SUCCESS!!! - Page 2

caroledee1 · 06-26-2007, 08:21 AM

I think you'll be able to relax and really enjoy riding once you have ridden for a while. My daily commute allows me to chill and blow off steam. I have ridden for 30 years now and there is still nothing like the feeling of freedom I get riding! Just enjoy it and safe riding to you!

molly · 06-26-2007, 08:28 AM

Oh, I DO enjoy riding alot! I seem to relax and enjoy it more each time we go out. I want to start commuting to work, but I am nervous about it. There are two intersections that i need to go thru that are FAMOUS for people running stop signs and lights. There is little chance for an escape if you get into trouble on either of them. I have scoped them out and thought about what to do, and chances are notning will happen. But I want to know what to do and where to go if it does! I live in a small rural town, not tons of traffic, but those two spots are tricky!

caroledee1 · 06-26-2007, 08:40 AM

I say a prayer every morning leaving home that I'll have a safe journey and give that worry to God. I also watch everyone else and assume they don't see me. Slowing at intersections and just keeping an eye out for the other guy.

molly · 07-04-2007, 04:24 PM

Just got home from another success! DH and i wanted to ride today (July 4th), but were a little leary of the traffic that might be out there, since i am still a "newbie". We decided to stay on back roads after coming through town, and there was moderate traffic, but nothing too bad. We rode about 20 miles to a little convenience store where we stopped and got lunch....we ate outside next to the bikes, it was such a beautiful day! Anyhow, the town we ended up in is in the next county! I am so glad, as I did not think i could go that far this soon. Thanks to the GZ250, it was a blast! We had a great ride! My confidence is building up alot! We are going to ride back into town (about 5 miles) tonight to watch the fireworks. It will be my first time riding at night, but i do not think it will be a problem. Just thought I would give you all an "update" on my progress. Gosh! I sure am glad i had the day off today. Happy 4th of July everyone!

Dupo · 07-05-2007, 02:58 AM

Pretty soon you'll be in the next state :cool:

You might get a chuckle out of this .... my newbie blog when i got the GZ ... http://www.dupo24.com/blog/?m=200605&paged=2 (scroll to the bottom and work your way up). Might not feel so 'alone' with your new experiences

molly · 07-05-2007, 07:52 AM

Yep, I have the same trouble remembering to turn signals off......Worries my husband to pieces! Made great strides yesterday, and want to ride every chance i get. The addiction has taken hold!!!!! LOL!

06-26-2007, 08:21 AM	#11
caroledee1 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 93	I think you'll be able to relax and really enjoy riding once you have ridden for a while. My daily commute allows me to chill and blow off steam. I have ridden for 30 years now and there is still nothing like the feeling of freedom I get riding! Just enjoy it and safe riding to you! __________________ Ride like you're invisible, not invincible. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-26-2007, 08:28 AM	#12
molly Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 66	Oh, I DO enjoy riding alot! I seem to relax and enjoy it more each time we go out. I want to start commuting to work, but I am nervous about it. There are two intersections that i need to go thru that are FAMOUS for people running stop signs and lights. There is little chance for an escape if you get into trouble on either of them. I have scoped them out and thought about what to do, and chances are notning will happen. But I want to know what to do and where to go if it does! I live in a small rural town, not tons of traffic, but those two spots are tricky! __________________ Keep The Rubber Side Down!
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06-26-2007, 08:40 AM	#13
caroledee1 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 93	I say a prayer every morning leaving home that I'll have a safe journey and give that worry to God. I also watch everyone else and assume they don't see me. Slowing at intersections and just keeping an eye out for the other guy. __________________ Ride like you're invisible, not invincible. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-04-2007, 04:24 PM	#14
molly Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 66	Just got home from another success! DH and i wanted to ride today (July 4th), but were a little leary of the traffic that might be out there, since i am still a "newbie". We decided to stay on back roads after coming through town, and there was moderate traffic, but nothing too bad. We rode about 20 miles to a little convenience store where we stopped and got lunch....we ate outside next to the bikes, it was such a beautiful day! Anyhow, the town we ended up in is in the next county! I am so glad, as I did not think i could go that far this soon. Thanks to the GZ250, it was a blast! We had a great ride! My confidence is building up alot! We are going to ride back into town (about 5 miles) tonight to watch the fireworks. It will be my first time riding at night, but i do not think it will be a problem. Just thought I would give you all an "update" on my progress. Gosh! I sure am glad i had the day off today. Happy 4th of July everyone! __________________ Keep The Rubber Side Down!
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07-05-2007, 02:58 AM	#15
Dupo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Allentown, Pa Posts: 1,255	Pretty soon you'll be in the next state :cool: You might get a chuckle out of this .... my newbie blog when i got the GZ ... http://www.dupo24.com/blog/?m=200605&paged=2 (scroll to the bottom and work your way up). Might not feel so 'alone' with your new experiences __________________ Photography Gallery *updated url - new site! Motorcycle Blog Facebook Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-05-2007, 07:52 AM	#16
molly Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 66	Yep, I have the same trouble remembering to turn signals off......Worries my husband to pieces! Made great strides yesterday, and want to ride every chance i get. The addiction has taken hold!!!!! LOL! __________________ Keep The Rubber Side Down!
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