October 10th, 2015, 09:26 AM | #1 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Crystal
Location: Moreno valley
Join Date: Oct 2015 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 4
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New and intimidated!
Hi, my name is Crystal. I'm from riverside county. I'm taking the riders course at Ride Rite. My problem is I'm intimidated by just the size alone. I'm being taught on something much smaller and haven't yet had the nerve to get on my bike. I'm wondering if there is anyone who wouldn't mind helping me get over this. I don't know anyone else who rides, I've always wanted to. Ok thanks
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October 10th, 2015, 09:43 AM | #2 | |
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Name: Eddie
Location: SoCal IE
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I know a female rider in Moreno, she wrecked her bike unfortunately, but I'm sure she won't mind helping or getting some other girls to help.
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October 10th, 2015, 10:13 AM | #3 |
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Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
Location: Northern KY
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Welcome Crystal!
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October 10th, 2015, 10:55 AM | #4 |
ninjette.org newbie
Name: Crystal
Location: Moreno valley
Join Date: Oct 2015 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 Posts: 4
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That would be awesome thanks. Yeah I can touch on both sides, I'm 5"2. Let me know what she says? Thanks soo much
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October 10th, 2015, 11:10 AM | #5 | |
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Name: Hernan
Location: Florida
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Please, read this: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=121203 The weight and height of any bike are meaningless once the bike starts moving above walking pace. When walking next to it, consider that the more it deviates from a vertical position (frontal view), the more the weight will work against you. If you develop a fine sense of balance, you can totally control the beast at very slow speeds only with steering, clutch and rear brake inputs.
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October 10th, 2015, 04:35 PM | #6 |
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Name: Bill
Location: St Ives, BC (Shuswap Lake)
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Hi Crystal
Are you a confident rider on a bicycle? If you are feeling nervous about the motorcycle, it might help if you go for a medium to aggressive bike ride for a half hour. I'm serious and know it has helped several new riders. The best way I can think to describe why is for the same reason you warm up to do a sport or exercise: to get the muscles warmed up and fire up your muscle memory. If you ride a bicycle which may be less intimidating; you are getting your 2 wheeled coordination warmed up and frees your conscious & subconscious to only have to deal with the differences of a bike and mc and not the basic similarities of balance and steering etc. Keep in mind; a motor cycle is only a heavier coaster bike when you pull in the clutch! When you do get on the bike; remember to "do the chicken" (relax) and breeeeeath!!! Good luck and keep us updated! I'd be glad to help but it would be a bit of a long ride!
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October 10th, 2015, 04:58 PM | #7 |
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Name: snot
Location: West Ohio - in the kitchen
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Welcome. The class will help you a ton. It might be best to wait until you have completed the course to ride your bike.
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October 12th, 2015, 09:22 AM | #8 |
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Name: Spooph
Location: Golden, CO
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You might also want to look at some of the women riding groups near you and see if there's somebody there that can help.
http://www.leatherandlacemc.com/ http://www.womenridersnow.com/pages/...ing_Clubs.aspx - scroll down for the Cali listings. I recommend this as female groups can be much less judgmental, and work with you in a way that's much more comfortable than general moto groups which might have some judgy people in it. The class is mostly focused on low speed maneuvers as this is where most accidents happen for new riders. It's all about baby steps. Anything can be intimidating. Intimidation is usually related to discomfort and unfamiliarity. So, spend some time with your bike. Just sit on it in the garage. It might seem silly, but practicing keeping it balanced at a stand still will increase your comfort level tremendously. At the very least, this will prepare you better for the class. It's definitely a better idea to take the class first, as it will give you all the tools/exercises you/we all need to practice, all the time.
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October 12th, 2015, 09:34 AM | #9 |
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Except the fact you will drop your bike, everyone does
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October 12th, 2015, 09:49 AM | #10 |
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October 12th, 2015, 12:45 PM | #11 | |
The Corner Whisperer
Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
Location: Northern KY
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much.
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As a track coach, I see riders that are very reserved their first time. Honestly, it's mostly unwarranted but they are the one riding so I honor their feelings. I am one of the RARE few that will tell you to do anything it takes to ensure you feel comfortable and confident on your bike, which may include lowering it and adjusting other hard parts to fit your needs. It can be returned to stock or better later, so no worries. Also, I can tell you for 1000% percent... ladies smaller than you hold up and control 1800cc/800lb machines as if it were no big thang. The difference between those riders and you is confidence. Please do what you need to ride with confidence, it literally is the difference between average riders and above average riders; classes, parking lot practice, riding with friends, whatever... Best of luck to you and feel free to ask any question you have. We are a great bunch to help out without judgement.
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October 12th, 2015, 07:16 PM | #12 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Jason
Location: Tyler
Join Date: Jul 2015 Motorcycle(s): 2015 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: 56
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You just need to do small things to practice. I am pretty new as well, I sat on my bike a bunch and just started it and Literally walked it around a parking lot using the clutch and my feet slowly moving and turning. After awhile you will slowly lift your feet and it becomes very easy to balance. I'm a fairly small person inseam wise so I can't completely flat foot both sides of my ninja either. Once you get moving it doesn't matter.
Try just sitting on it or getting into a large open area and walking it around using the clutch. Then take the class, the class boosted my confidence ten fold. You will be amazed how much it will help. Right after the class I took my bike around some neighborhoods and slowly entered bigger roads (mostly straight roads). Then work towards slow speed roads with curves. That is what I am working on myself now as well. As someone above said CONFIDENCE is so crazy important. Know that you can do it, take a breath, then get out there and overcome that fear and you'll have an amazing time. |
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October 13th, 2015, 11:51 AM | #13 | |
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Name: Misti
Location: Vancouver, BC
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My name is Misti and I'm a riding coach and former AMA racer. You may want to look at taking a more advanced riding course after you finish the basic course in order to help gain confidence on your bigger machine. In the mean time, work on getting yourself comfortable on the smaller bike and then start slowly in a parking lot or somewhere away from distractions. Work on stopping and starting, turning around and doing basic loops and figure 8's. It would be a good idea to meet up with some other riders to get a bit of help and to read up on proper riding technique. In the mean time feel free to PM me with any further questions or ask away here and I'll do my best to help you. In terms of being concerned about the size of your bike I'd say just work on your riding technique and try not to let the "size" intimidate you. A bike is a bike and good throttle control is good throttle control regardless of what bike you are on. Respect your machine and take it slowly as you build your skills...and enjoy it Cheers, Misti
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