Motorcycles and motorcyclists

[Novelafemme]

I would love to own a vintage Indian or even a Harley one day. Living in Tucson means it's motorcycle weather pretty much year round, and someday I'd love to have a vintage Vespa...once my girls are old enough to drive.

As a rider I know it's important to be still when on the back of a bike. And I love making the hand signals at other motorcyclists.

I also know it's entirely possible to ride a motorcycle in 3" heels and a sundress.

[CherylNYC]

Originally Posted by Novelafemme

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I also know it's entirely possible to ride a motorcycle in 3" heels and a sundress.

Yes! I've done it in 4" heels and a minidress. The trick is to wear pointy toed pumps. Then you can still catch the shifter with the tip of your shoe even when your heel is hooked over the footpeg.

[Dominique]

Originally Posted by Novelafemme

I also know it's entirely possible to ride a motorcycle in 3" heels and a sundress.

Yes, it is. As has been stated several times. (I'm late to the party) . My last bike was a Vespa and I rode fully femme.

I came to my senses and sold my bike a few years ago and don't ride anything but a bicycle any more. Cars and Trucks are so distracted they don't see us. I'm just not willing to take the risk any more. It's sad, as I loved riding.

My first bike was a little indian mini bike when I was seven. Then two years later, my brother and I had a 70cc
*something* that we learned to use a clutch on, and from that point on, we were never motorcycle less. We
rode lots of trails. I bought my first road bike when I was 16. It was a suzuki 185. I rode that bike for years! 400 cc
is a good sized bike for me and it's the largest I've ever ridden, I've never been on the back of a bike. TOO DANGEROUS.

[CherylNYC]

Originally Posted by Dominique

Yes, it is. As has been stated several times. (I'm late to the party) . My last bike was a Vespa and I rode fully femme.

I came to my senses and sold my bike a few years ago and don't ride anything but a bicycle any more. Cars and Trucks are so distracted they don't see us. I'm just not willing to take the risk any more. It's sad, as I loved riding...

I'm so sorry that you don't ride anymore. Everyone makes that decision for themselves, and I remind myself that it's not my business to question. That said, I wish you didn't feel as if your decision to stop riding meant that you "came to (your) senses".

[Boots13]

I hear you on riding passengers. I'm a strong rider, but if the passenger swings head and shoulders to look at something it throws the whole center of gravity off and I'm left trying to play catch-up on the balance thingy...kind of important to have on two wheels at slow speed.


...and another thing -

WATCH OUT FOR LEFT TURNERS !!!

You know, the clueless drivers that are doing the 100 yard stare right through you...as they turn left in front of you from a side street...
or they turn left in front of you from oncoming lanes.

They're like a bunch of Zombie drivers or something..brains, brains...they're missing their brains ! Worse yet, they're after mine

[firegal]

Originally Posted by Boots13

...and another thing -

WATCH OUT FOR LEFT TURNERS !!!

You know, the clueless drivers that are doing the 100 yard stare right through you...as they turn left in front of you from a side street...
or they turn left in front of you from oncoming lanes.

They're like a bunch of Zombie drivers or something..brains, brains...they're missing their brains ! Worse yet, they're after mine

Thought you were gonna say they are after your FRITTERS! lol

Left turners are the most dangerous!

[choochoo-enginerd]

Originally Posted by Boots13

I hear you on riding passengers. I'm a strong rider, but if the passenger swings head and shoulders to look at something it throws the whole center of gravity off and I'm left trying to play catch-up on the balance thingy...kind of important to have on two wheels at slow speed.


...and another thing -

WATCH OUT FOR LEFT TURNERS !!!

You know, the clueless drivers that are doing the 100 yard stare right through you...as they turn left in front of you from a side street...
or they turn left in front of you from oncoming lanes.

They're like a bunch of Zombie drivers or something..brains, brains...they're missing their brains ! Worse yet, they're after mine

Lol......I have noticed the additional bonus to the zombie drivers.....when they turn left in front of me on my motorcycle, there is often a dent already on their right front fender or door. A legacy that seems to survive time's test. Now I only ride for pleasure, my first bike 25 years ago, I have been hit twice in similar scenarios once slid with the bike, once kept it up. I love the wind and it is difficult to give that up. I know several of you in this thread and I bet as a group others vehicles would both see and never forget us! Ha!

[QueenofSmirks]

I learned to ride when I was 15. My friend's father used to buy bikes and cars and fix them up and sell them. He had a couple of 125's and my friend knew how to ride (presumably he taught her, I never asked), so she taught me in the new housing development across from ours that wasn't developed yet, so lots of empty roads, no traffic. From the first time I was able to move that bike along, I was HOOKED! I couldn't wait until I could own a bike some day. It took me quite a few years - I bought my first bike at age 31 - a brand new Suzuki Savage 650. I absolutely loved that bike, and had it for 12 years, but finally decided to sell it before I moved to AZ 2 years ago. I've wanted to buy a new bike for many years, and still hope to someday!

[KCBUTCH]

This is a pic of my first bike 1100cc Yamaha V-Star I sold it after an major injury to my shoulder and nerves in my throttle arm/hand-the size was more than I could deal with
I am currently looking for something to tool around on.


This is the bike I'm considering 2013 Suzuki tu250x or a scooter- LOL
something easy to handle and fun to get around town on

[Boots13]

I thought I'd bump the thread -

It's biking time...
but most motorists are still in winter driving mode and not seeing/looking for motorcyclists.

We've already responded to motorcycle/vehicle accidents. Our sunny day in Seattle started what I hope is NOT a trend.

So, quickie reminders:

-be a swivel head - know what is around you at all times.
-stay out of blind spots
- Left turners, left turners, left turners. Watch for them turning in front of you.
-own your lane, be visible
-dont assume they see you (and if they do, they're aiming for you)
-and of course, no matter who has the right of way...cars are bigger, sometimes you just gotta yield ..

[JAGG]

Originally Posted by Boots13

I thought I'd bump the thread -

It's biking time...
but most motorists are still in winter driving mode and not seeing/looking for motorcyclists.

We've already responded to motorcycle/vehicle accidents. Our sunny day in Seattle started what I hope is NOT a trend.

So, quickie reminders:

-be a swivel head - know what is around you at all times.
-stay out of blind spots
- Left turners, left turners, left turners. Watch for them turning in front of you.
-own your lane, be visible
-dont assume they see you (and if they do, they're aiming for you)
-and of course, no matter who has the right of way...cars are bigger, sometimes you just gotta yield ..

Thanks for the reminders friend.

[firegal]

I agree with boots13. Its that time! Polish the chrome and crank the bike up!

Also always assume the oncoming vehicles may not see you, looking out for the sudden left hand turn.

Ride safe!

T

[Scuba]

Originally Posted by Boots13

I thought I'd bump the thread -

It's biking time...
but most motorists are still in winter driving mode and not seeing/looking for motorcyclists.

We've already responded to motorcycle/vehicle accidents. Our sunny day in Seattle started what I hope is NOT a trend.

So, quickie reminders:

-be a swivel head - know what is around you at all times.
-stay out of blind spots
- Left turners, left turners, left turners. Watch for them turning in front of you.
-own your lane, be visible
-dont assume they see you (and if they do, they're aiming for you)
-and of course, no matter who has the right of way...cars are bigger, sometimes you just gotta yield ..

Excellent tips!! Thanks

[Scuba]

BTW I'll be moving the bike out this weekend to buff her up, change the oil and put fresh gas in

[firegal]

what taking the snow tires off too! lol

You definately have some scenery that makes the ride there pretty friggin awesome!

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bumps this up .. cause.. ... its the east coast and we are getting another snow storm this week

I am envious of you west coasters that can already ride ...

I've bought almost all of the accouterments for my new bike.. and then we are good to go..

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Mid 50's for us east coasters, going to register the new ride this upcoming week ... whoohoo..