New rider,new member

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  1. We'reallfireBladesarntwe?

    We'reallfireBladesarntwe? New Member

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    Just got my first bike 2013 fireblade never rode till now,age 38.Will take on board any do's/dont's.all advice welcome.thanks.back soon with more.
     
    #1 We'reallfireBladesarntwe?, Apr 21, 2017
  2. Jandy

    Jandy Active Member

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    Hi and welcome to the club !!!!!! Wow first bike straight onto a blade, good choice just take it easy and enjoy ;)
     
    #2 Jandy, Apr 22, 2017
  3. Nickw

    Nickw Active Member

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    Hi, welcome to the forum, and what a fantastic new bike....

    Take your time getting used to it. Although fairly easy to ride, they'll still bite if you don't respect them...
     
    #3 Nickw, Apr 22, 2017
  4. bradt

    bradt Elite Member

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    Hi and welcome, take it easy and adopt the attitude that every car driver is looking to take you out, if local police run rider aware courses get yourself on one, you are never experienced enough to take a bit of advice from professionals.
    Enjoy your new world.
     
    #4 bradt, Apr 22, 2017
  5. BlackDevil

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    Hi and welcome !
     
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    Hi & welcome :)
     
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    Welcome to the forum
     
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    Welcome
     
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  9. TheRamJam

    TheRamJam Well-Known Member

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    Welcome mate

    Everyday is a school day when you're on the bike. Keep the head up mate!
     
    #9 TheRamJam, Apr 26, 2017
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    Welcome. Remember the throttle is not a switch ;)
     
    #10 Barstewardsquad, Apr 26, 2017
  11. We'reallfireBladesarntwe?

    We'reallfireBladesarntwe? New Member

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    Well thanks 2 everybody,u all seem a friendly bunch:)
     
    #11 We'reallfireBladesarntwe?, Apr 26, 2017
  12. red

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    Welcome, it's all about gaining experience, just be mindful of the throttle in damp conditions. That was one thing I under estimated even moving from a 600 to a 1000, it's much easier to spin the wheel with the added torque. Also always be prepared for people to pull out in front of you on a roundabout. It's mainly all about having a bit of fun and using awareness, concentration and anticipation to continuously improve.

    Enjoy the new bike!
     
    #12 red, Apr 27, 2017
  13. We'reallfireBladesarntwe?

    We'reallfireBladesarntwe? New Member

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    Thanks 4 that.yeah already had a couple of drivers pull out on me and then mouth the words I didn't see you......scary
     
    #13 We'reallfireBladesarntwe?, Apr 27, 2017

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