Annie's first ride on her ninjette!

Alex · September 26th, 2008, 05:34 PM

Our 2008 is theoretically Annie's bike, but I've been the only one racking up the miles on it since we purchased it. But today, we had some kid-free time, and decided to go on a short motorcycle ride. As our little one just had his first birthday, that means this was the first day with her back at the controls in almost two years!

She said she was surprised it came back to her so quickly. Sorta like riding a bike. With a motor.

Rest of the pics are up right here...

Annie · September 27th, 2008, 01:35 AM

Today was my maiden voyage on my new baby ninja! Since being pregnant and then taking care of a newborn (he's 1 now!) it had been about 2 years since I'd been in the saddle (as the rider, not passenger).

I don't have clear memories on the feel of my old baby ninja (2004), but the new one felt pretty good. I was amazed at how easily I could touch the ground! I'm not the tallest person in the world and seat height is always a concern for me. The new ninja, although taller in inseam specs, actually seems easier for me to touch the ground - BONUS!

We (Alex and I) didn't take a long ride. Initially, it was just around the block... then we went down the road a bit, U-turn, and home. Then I rode around the block without Alex so that he could get some "action" shots of me coming home.

Looking at the pics... I'm thinking a new helmet might be in order... the PINK clashes with the RED, but we'll see... The PINK helmet was a Christmas gift in 2006 - I was pregnant, but didn't know it yet, so the helmet hasn't gotten much use! Either that... or I guess I could get another bike that matches!

Doug · October 10th, 2008, 04:39 PM

Good for you!

BlueTyke · October 17th, 2008, 01:21 PM

Looking good!! I clash with Tyke all the time, her blue me gray. From a female prespective it doesn't matter as long as your safe and having a great time!

kkim · November 10th, 2008, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annie

Today was my maiden voyage on my new baby ninja! Since being pregnant and then taking care of a newborn (he's 1 now!) it had been about 2 years since I'd been in the saddle (as the rider, not passenger).

I don't have clear memories on the feel of my old baby ninja (2004), but the new one felt pretty good. I was amazed at how easily I could touch the ground! I'm not the tallest person in the world and seat height is always a concern for me. The new ninja, although taller in inseam specs, actually seems easier for me to touch the ground - BONUS!

We (Alex and I) didn't take a long ride. Initially, it was just around the block... then we went down the road a bit, U-turn, and home. Then I rode around the block without Alex so that he could get some "action" shots of me coming home.

Looking at the pics... I'm thinking a new helmet might be in order... the PINK clashes with the RED, but we'll see... The PINK helmet was a Christmas gift in 2006 - I was pregnant, but didn't know it yet, so the helmet hasn't gotten much use! Either that... or I guess I could get another bike that matches!

Congrats, Annie. I wish you the best of luck with your new bike and "new bike" riding career. I think the pink matches just fine.

Annie · November 13th, 2008, 07:58 PM

Thanks Everyone!

TheDuck · November 19th, 2008, 08:24 PM

Awesome! But is that riding gear or a snowsuit?

Thanks for the pics, and welcome!

kkim · November 19th, 2008, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDuck

Awesome! But is that riding gear or a snowsuit?

Thanks for the pics, and welcome!

lol... Annie is Alexs' main squeeze... she sorta owns the joint.

TheDuck · November 19th, 2008, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by kkim

lol... Annie is Alexs' main squeeze... she sorta owns the joint.

Well, shows how much I know!

I'll just stick my head back under my gas tank and tear out my carbs again.

kkim · November 19th, 2008, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by TheDuck

Well, shows how much I know!

I'll just stick my head back under my gas tank and tear out my carbs again.

hey, the good thing is, we're all newbies here.

I thought you were going to say you were going to stick your head under your wing.

TheDuck · November 19th, 2008, 09:19 PM

Nah my head is too big... and unfortunately my wang is too small.

Alex · November 20th, 2008, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by TheDuck

Awesome! But is that riding gear or a snowsuit?

Yup, it is snowsuit-like, but maybe not as much as a one-piece Aerostich, which does make you look like you just got off your snowmobile. Annie's wearing BMW gear. For quite awhile, BMW was one of the only companies that made gear tailored for women's sizes (especially small women!). That has changed a bit just in the last 2 or 3 years, so maybe the next time she goes gear shopping she'll have more options.

Annie · November 20th, 2008, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

lol... Annie is Alexs' main squeeze... she sorta owns the joint.

Main Squeeze? Joint? Next you'll be calling my husband a "haole" and our kid a "happa"

No, I'm not from Hawaii, but there are enough Hawaiians in the Bay Area, that you hear some of the slang.

Annie · November 20th, 2008, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Yup, it is snowsuit-like, but maybe not as much as a one-piece Aerostich, which does make you look like you just got off your snowmobile. Annie's wearing BMW gear. For quite awhile, BMW was one of the only companies that made gear tailored for women's sizes (especially small women!). That has changed a bit just in the last 2 or 3 years, so maybe the next time she goes gear shopping she'll have more options.

Are you saying I can go shopping?

I remember a few years back when I got the BMW suit and you were upset over the $$$ it cost to buy the suit + liners.

kkim · November 20th, 2008, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annie

Main Squeeze? Joint? Next you'll be calling my husband a "haole" and our kid a "happa"

No, I'm not from Hawaii, but there are enough Hawaiians in the Bay Area, that you hear some of the slang.

lol... you need to hang out with a better class of hawaiians.

you're not from hawaii??? ... that's okay, I won't hold that against ya'.

Alex · November 20th, 2008, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annie

Are you saying I can go shopping?

Of course! Now that we're keeping this bike for awhile, some ninja-specific gear should definitely be in the cards! (also, uh, you're the one bringing in the big $

)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Annie

I remember a few years back when I got the BMW suit and you were upset over the $$$ it cost to buy the suit + liners.

When we can either get 1 suit with liner, or 7 sets of trackday tires

, you can see my apprehension. But the BMW gear does hold up quite well, seems to be awfully comfortable, and even holds its value reasonably well on the back end.

September 26th, 2008, 05:34 PM	#1
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September 27th, 2008, 01:35 AM	#2
Annie ninjette.org member Name: Annie Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 33	The Maiden Voyage Today was my maiden voyage on my new baby ninja! Since being pregnant and then taking care of a newborn (he's 1 now!) it had been about 2 years since I'd been in the saddle (as the rider, not passenger). I don't have clear memories on the feel of my old baby ninja (2004), but the new one felt pretty good. I was amazed at how easily I could touch the ground! I'm not the tallest person in the world and seat height is always a concern for me. The new ninja, although taller in inseam specs, actually seems easier for me to touch the ground - BONUS! We (Alex and I) didn't take a long ride. Initially, it was just around the block... then we went down the road a bit, U-turn, and home. Then I rode around the block without Alex so that he could get some "action" shots of me coming home. Looking at the pics... I'm thinking a new helmet might be in order... the PINK clashes with the RED, but we'll see... The PINK helmet was a Christmas gift in 2006 - I was pregnant, but didn't know it yet, so the helmet hasn't gotten much use! Either that... or I guess I could get another bike that matches!

October 10th, 2008, 04:39 PM	#3
Doug Husband of Nijette Owner Name: Doug Location: Scotts Valley Join Date: Sep 2008 Motorcycle(s): Lots of them Posts: 11	Way to go Annie! Good for you!

October 17th, 2008, 01:21 PM	#4
BlueTyke So slow I'm first! Name: Sunny Location: San Jose, CA Join Date: Oct 2008 Motorcycle(s): 06 Kawasaki Ninja EX250 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 10	Looking good!! I clash with Tyke all the time, her blue me gray. From a female prespective it doesn't matter as long as your safe and having a great time! __________________________________________________ Learn from the mistakes of others, you cannot make them all yourself. Save yourself the trouble and Learn.

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