"titsinmymitts" (titsinmymitts)
04/26/2015 at 15:53 • Filed to: None
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"titsinmymitts" (titsinmymitts)
04/26/2015 at 15:53 • Filed to: None | 4
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First, holy crap does that course not stick to the schedule. Course was supposed to run from 8:30 to 3:30 yesterday and we got done at 5:30. Today was supposed to finish up at 11:30. We were done at 2.
Other than that, though, the course was fantastic. My only complaints were that the actual skills test should have been a bit harder. I passed with a score of 5 (more points means a worse score) due to getting confused by a cone layout on the first exercise. Every other exercise went smoothly.
I need to work on my low-speed box skills as I only successfully completed that a handful of times vs. numerous attempts. However, once we got to the box I was getting pretty tired and knew I was getting sloppy. I found the written test to be a little challenging just because I took the e-course about three weeks ago and didn’t look over it before taking the MSF course. Still, it wasn’t really a problem once I thought through the questions.
The verdict on getting a bike is still out, though. The class was fun and I had a blast. I also liked the cbr250r I was on. But, I’m not certain it’s something I really want to pursue further. I still consider myself more of a car guy. And, while bikes are more fun than cars, I don’t think they are THAT much more fun.
Conclusion: Definitely recommend. Learned some good skills. Gives you a good sample of riding a bike before committing to a purchase.
jkm7680
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 15:58 |
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Woooooo!
ATGATT.
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titsinmymitts
> jkm7680
04/26/2015 at 16:01 |
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Oh, one other thing.
While the instructors were excellent at instructing, holy shit did their ATGATT skills need work. Shitty leathers and casual jean pants. Seemed to take way more risks in terms of their apparel than I ever would.
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jkm7680
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 16:02 |
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Wow, what happened to setting a good example for new riders? Hopefully the rest of you guys will have the common sense to wear gear all the time.
Spacegrass
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 16:53 |
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Congrats! MSF is awesome. Wish more folks took the course.
As a suggestion for a first bike, avoid a 250...you’ll be wanting an upgrade in short order anyway. Go on craigslist and find yourself a nice 650cc (give or take) 80s bike in good shape. Main reason being they’re very new rider friendly, fun, and very reliable. And, when you’re ready to upgrade, you can resell for exactly what you paid for it, if not more.
themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
> Spacegrass
04/26/2015 at 16:58 |
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Counterpoint - newer 250-500cc standards as as fast or faster than mid 80s 500-700 standards because of technology and wear and tear. Now on a price standpoint, you won’t beat an 80s UJM but something like a mid 2000s GS500F will crush my 85 nighthawk 650 in speed and cruising ability......however my nighthawk cost me 800$ where a GS500F is something like 3-5 grand.
StndIbnz, Drives a MSRT8
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 17:21 |
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yay! well done. Now go get a bike!
cazzyodo
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 17:21 |
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I’m a huge advocate for the course. I took one a few years ago and it was a blast. I do agree that the test is a joke. Accelerate and emergency stop for me was so much fun but most people coasted so they could stop faster. It was bull.
My points came from the box maneuvering because the bike was waaaay too small for me. Instructor laughed and said not to worry haha.
MountainCommand
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 17:32 |
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Get a dual sport/supermoto. Youll thank me later haha.
Congrats on completing the course! No go get that endorsement on your license asap!
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Spacegrass
> themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles
04/26/2015 at 18:29 |
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Exactly what I’m getting at. As a first bike, something Japanese from the 80s can’t be beat. Run it for a year and grow out of it, then sell it for exactly what you paid for it in the first place. Then go whatever route your newly experienced ass pleases.
For example, I ran a 79 Yamaha XS650 the first year I had my mc license, awesome bike, bought for $800, sold for $800 a year later. Then upgraded to the 2010 Sportster I have now...
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titsinmymitts
> MountainCommand
04/26/2015 at 19:16 |
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Sumos do look like a lot of fun!
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titsinmymitts
> cazzyodo
04/26/2015 at 19:17 |
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Yea, I’m 6 feet flat and have very long legs. The 250 wasn’t too bad but I could have used a bigger bike.
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titsinmymitts
> Spacegrass
04/26/2015 at 19:20 |
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Not really certain I’ll be getting a bike, tbh.
I enjoyed the course. It was fun and I learned a lot. But, I’m not sure it’s something I’m fully interested in pursuing.
I’ll get the endorsement because I need a new license anyway as I moved states. But, I think I’d prefer to just get a different car instead of spend money on a bike and gear.
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cazzyodo
> titsinmymitts
04/26/2015 at 20:22 |
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6’4” with a 36” inseam. Honda nighthawk was the tallest thing I could get. Dabbed my foot during the clutch figure 8.
bob and john
> jkm7680
10/23/2016 at 23:20 |
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just came across this thread.
and uhh. you would be VERY surprised at how many instructors come to the course either in the car or squidding (for the instructors. I personally am ATGATT, if for no other reason that i am the youngest instructor in Canada i think, and I dont want to give ANYONE reason to harp on me.
The few that I actually go riding with outside of work, they are atgatt. but I can think of at least 3 that squid when they come to work.