Into: New FL lady rider

Pamela · 07-25-2011, 01:10 PM

Hi Everyone! I'm new and have never owned or driven a motorcycle before. I do, however, drive a manual truck. After a long time of researching and debating, I decided on the GZ250. I bought a bike off craigslist for a deal that I just couldn't pass up. I've named her Lucille. She needs some minor work, but she is up and running great. Now, she is sitting taunting me while I am trying to scrape up the money to get the MSF course and licensed. I did just get her taxed, tagged and registered today. So at least that is a step in the right direction. I also went helmet shopping this last weekend and boy was it a NIGHTMARE! I live in Tallahassee, FL, so not a lot of options in town. Also, I have a very tiny and narrow head. In addition to a "long oval" head shape it is very very small. The XS were too big in a couple of different brands. I tried on some youths but they weren't cut right or something and simply didn't fit. I have a local shop ordering a couple xxs full faced helmets to try. Does anyone have any suggestions on helmet fitting for tiny/ narrow heads. Brands that run small? Thoughts on ordering online? I'm excited to be part of the forum.
Thanks,
Pamela

Pamela · 07-25-2011, 01:12 PM

PS- it is a 2003 with 3213 miles on it

Rookie Rider · 07-25-2011, 04:09 PM

Welcome Pamela. You're going to love the GZ, and take the MSF course too. Also get the book called Proficient Motorcycliong by David Hough. Im reading it now and i cant put it down, lol. Im about 3 months new into riding with about 350 miles under my belt. Stick around this forum YOU WILL LEARN ALOT FROM THESE GUYS AND WOMEN. Be safe!!

blaine · 07-25-2011, 04:14 PM

Welcome to the family.Enjoy your new ride.

Rookie Rider · 07-25-2011, 04:59 PM

blaine is just 1 of the many that know their stuff, Hey blain.

Water Warrior 2 · 07-25-2011, 06:13 PM

Hi Pamela, glad to have you join us. Helmet shapes are a curse in some cases but a proper fit is definitely more comfy and safe. You can Google webbikeworld for their take on helmet shapes and fit. Their evaluations can help make a decision as to what to look for and why. A lot of rider experience on their pages about all sorts of gear.

5th_bike · 07-25-2011, 08:34 PM

Welcome to the forum Pamela :2tup:

Well HJC is a brand that I know they have different size soft inserts for different head shapes.

So the best of luck helmet shopping and also good luck with the MSF course. If you can ride a bicycle AND you know how to manual stick shift you should be good to go.

mavrix · 07-25-2011, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Pamela

PS- it is a 2003 with 3213 miles on it

A 2003, nice; same year as mine.

Welcome to the forum Pamela! What color is it?

Rionna · 07-26-2011, 07:41 AM

Hi Pam welcome to the forum. Congrats on your new bike. I'm sure you will love it. I am also new to riding and started 2 months ago with 1,100 miles so far. I've named my bike the Beast and I love him. I think it's been said that only we women name our bikes, umph! I ride every opportunity I get and it is pure therapy for me...relaxing and refreshing. The GZ is a great bike, the book Rookie Rider recommended is very helpful, and this forum is the best with lots of tips, encouragement, and advice from experienced riders. I hope you are up and riding soon. Be safe and have fun.

Rookie Rider · 07-26-2011, 03:47 PM

Rionna, you're no joke. High 5 (smack)

07-25-2011, 01:10 PM	#1
Pamela Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 17	Into: New FL lady rider Hi Everyone! I'm new and have never owned or driven a motorcycle before. I do, however, drive a manual truck. After a long time of researching and debating, I decided on the GZ250. I bought a bike off craigslist for a deal that I just couldn't pass up. I've named her Lucille. She needs some minor work, but she is up and running great. Now, she is sitting taunting me while I am trying to scrape up the money to get the MSF course and licensed. I did just get her taxed, tagged and registered today. So at least that is a step in the right direction. I also went helmet shopping this last weekend and boy was it a NIGHTMARE! I live in Tallahassee, FL, so not a lot of options in town. Also, I have a very tiny and narrow head. In addition to a "long oval" head shape it is very very small. The XS were too big in a couple of different brands. I tried on some youths but they weren't cut right or something and simply didn't fit. I have a local shop ordering a couple xxs full faced helmets to try. Does anyone have any suggestions on helmet fitting for tiny/ narrow heads. Brands that run small? Thoughts on ordering online? I'm excited to be part of the forum. Thanks, Pamela Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-25-2011, 01:12 PM	#2
Pamela Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 17	Re: Into: New FL lady rider PS- it is a 2003 with 3213 miles on it
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07-25-2011, 04:09 PM	#3
Rookie Rider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 1,263	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Welcome Pamela. You're going to love the GZ, and take the MSF course too. Also get the book called Proficient Motorcycliong by David Hough. Im reading it now and i cant put it down, lol. Im about 3 months new into riding with about 350 miles under my belt. Stick around this forum YOU WILL LEARN ALOT FROM THESE GUYS AND WOMEN. Be safe!! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-25-2011, 04:14 PM	#4
blaine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: P.E.I. Canada Posts: 3,784	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Welcome to the family.Enjoy your new ride. __________________ If at first you do succeed, try not to look surprised.
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Rookie Rider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 1,263	Re: Into: New FL lady rider blaine is just 1 of the many that know their stuff, Hey blain. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-25-2011, 06:13 PM	#6
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Hi Pamela, glad to have you join us. Helmet shapes are a curse in some cases but a proper fit is definitely more comfy and safe. You can Google webbikeworld for their take on helmet shapes and fit. Their evaluations can help make a decision as to what to look for and why. A lot of rider experience on their pages about all sorts of gear.
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07-25-2011, 08:34 PM	#7
5th_bike Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: HoCo, Maryland Posts: 1,349	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Welcome to the forum Pamela :2tup: Well HJC is a brand that I know they have different size soft inserts for different head shapes. So the best of luck helmet shopping and also good luck with the MSF course. If you can ride a bicycle AND you know how to manual stick shift you should be good to go. __________________ 2005 "Saturn Black", stock + tach
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07-26-2011, 07:41 AM	#9
Rionna Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Temple, Texas Posts: 176	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Hi Pam welcome to the forum. Congrats on your new bike. I'm sure you will love it. I am also new to riding and started 2 months ago with 1,100 miles so far. I've named my bike the Beast and I love him. I think it's been said that only we women name our bikes, umph! I ride every opportunity I get and it is pure therapy for me...relaxing and refreshing. The GZ is a great bike, the book Rookie Rider recommended is very helpful, and this forum is the best with lots of tips, encouragement, and advice from experienced riders. I hope you are up and riding soon. Be safe and have fun. __________________ Rionna
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07-26-2011, 03:47 PM	#10
Rookie Rider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 1,263	Re: Into: New FL lady rider Rionna, you're no joke. High 5 (smack)
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