First bike after nearly 20 years

[rcrich68]

Hi,
After 20 yrs since last owning a bike I have just brought myself 99 Marauder 250. I wanted something I could use to get my confidence back and also down the track my wife could also use it to get her licence.

I have only had a few small rides so far. One issue I am trying to work out is how do you place your feet on the peddles especially the rear brake pedal and peg. I have never ridden a cruiser before, so does anyone have some tips? Do you keep you foot just off the brake pedal? Leave it just on the peg?

I also found when I wore boots I had a bit of trouble getting the boot under the gear lever to shift up gears? Is this common or am I doing something wrong.

It has been 20 years since I have ridden, so it is nearly like starting over again. Any suggestions or tips would be appreciated.

Cheers