Basic Rider Course

"Discerning" (discerning2003c5z)
04/16/2019 at 23:00 • Filed to: None

I’m taking a 2 day basic rider course at the end of the month.

I’m picking up gloves and boots this weekend. Anything else I should consider or know before I take the class?

MT07 for your time

DISCUSSION (26)

DucST3-Red-1Liter-Standing-By > Discerning
04/16/2019 at 23:07

Have fun! You should be good to go, they provide just about everything, great program

Bman76 (hates WS6 hoods, is on his phone and has 4 burners now) > Discerning
04/16/2019 at 23:07

Mmmmmm... FZ/MT-07s make such good noises with an exhaust.

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Discerning
04/16/2019 at 23:11

Good quality riding gear can often have a bit of mass at first, but it breathes better than garden/construction gear. So if this is for you, yeah it will be a bit awkward at first, but gear designed for riders is actually quite comfortable to wear at speed.

Don’t know what all you’re buying but that’s what I would look into.

Oh, and ridersdiscount.com (and their ebay store!) have excellent deals for basic gear and parts for common bikes.

fintail > Discerning
04/16/2019 at 23:16

You’ll have fun, enjoy it. I remember when I did mine years ago, it was at first nervewracking, but then was quite enjoyable.

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > Discerning
04/16/2019 at 23:37

Have fun! What state are you in? I took Ohio’s course last summer. It was a blast. Only things I had to bring with me were long pants/long sleeves, gloves, boots, and eye protection, because the helmets they provided didn’t have eye shields.

beardsbynelly - Rikerbeard > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 00:19

But a helmet new. All other gear can be got second hand so long as it isn’t decades old and clearly been used in a fall.

Heaps of people sell gear after riding for only a season and giving up on bikes.

Everything else you’ll learn at the course. Have fun and keep your head up.

Nick Has an Exocet > Bman76 (hates WS6 hoods, is on his phone and has 4 burners now)
04/17/2019 at 00:35

Is it just me or it a little farty? I do like the snaps on gear change though.

Bman76 (hates WS6 hoods, is on his phone and has 4 burners now) > Nick Has an Exocet
04/17/2019 at 00:54

I don’t know, I have an XSR900 (~FZ-09) not an FZ-07.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 01:50

Pretend you’re Lightning McQueen, turn right to go left, turn left to go right, and full throttle all the time to keep all 125cc’s from stalling!

For real though, just r elax , pay attention, and have fun!

Discerning > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
04/17/2019 at 07:27

I’m in Georgia. They listed the same requirements except for the eye protection, so hopefully they provide that

Discerning > beardsbynelly - Rikerbeard
04/17/2019 at 08:52

It it may be awhile before I buy any gear. The only thing I need before the class is gloves, boots, long clothing, and a bandana. Not sure why I need the bandana yet. Ha

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 09:01

I was planning on doing some sick stunts yo, but apparently that will get me kicked out.

I’m a little anxious just thinking about it, but this i s something I’ve wanted to do since I learned it was a thing a long time ago.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 09:19

It’s good to be a little nervous. But these classes are usually run very well. They'll take care of you. What you should worry about is motorcycles ruining cars for you!

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 10:05

That is a small concern but I'm sure my fiance will do everything in her power to make sure I don't get a bike in the next year. Ha

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 10:34

Boo! Get her on one too!

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 10:55

I'd bring a set if you have em. I brought a set of sunglasses as well as clear safety glasses. Dust in your eyes and motorcycles don't go well together.

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 10:56

Hey now, I took Ohio's class on a TW200, thank you very much. 200cc of PURE ANGER.

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
04/17/2019 at 11:13

200!? That's pure madness!

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 11:52

I tried and she seemed into it but she's worried she'll like it and she is 100% opposed to the idea for herself on the basis of risk vs. Reward.

Discerning > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
04/17/2019 at 11:52

Thanks for the advice!

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 12:10

Get her an airbag suit!

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 12:48

Do those actually work? They look pretty cool

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 13:11

Just ask any Moto GP racer who’s gone down at speed!

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-gp-tech-v2-race-suit-for-tech-air-race

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 13:26

Ha ve you ever used one or known someone who has used one? I’m interested for myself if it works that well

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Discerning
04/17/2019 at 13:31

A few employees at the Ducati dealer, but that’s it. They do a lot of track days. One guy has actually gone down wearing the dainese one. They all said they're fantastic.

Discerning > AMGtech - now with more recalls!
04/17/2019 at 15:16

Cool. That's good to know. Thanks