Anyone ever start out riding on a tourer?
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Last time I was on a motorcycle I was trying out a Yamaha 100 some 35 years ago. after my retirement from the United States Navy I decided to trade my Porsche Boxster S for my first Harley ever, an 07 RKC didn't have a license at the time so I am who might call a self thought rider 9k miles later. I am glad I started out with a bike I enjoy riding and not worry about starting out with a smaller bike and trade up later down the road.
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My first bike is my 08 RKC. Started riding at 58 y.o. Took the HD Rider's Edge course last May, ordered RKC in Aug, got it in Oct. Have 6k miles so far.
Start slowly, know your limitations, and have fun. Let your confidence build, don't get cocky.
Riding is a blast. Feel like a complete idiot for waiting this long to start.
Start slowly, know your limitations, and have fun. Let your confidence build, don't get cocky.
Riding is a blast. Feel like a complete idiot for waiting this long to start.
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Yes, my first street bike was my 06 SG. Took it to a local small airport, ran up n down the tarmac and runways to get my confidence up before I did alot of street riding. I highly reccomend getting comfortable on the bike as they are heavy and have alot of torque. Takes a couple weeks to get the feel.
Have fun n be safe!
Have fun n be safe!
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Hello. My first post, so be gentle heh. I was just curious, if you or someone you know/ride with ever started their motorcycle riding life on an HD tourer: Electra, RK, SG, etc. I'm a licensed motorcycle rider that hasn't rode in close to 10 years. My last bike was an early-80s Suzuki GS tourer. Looking at getting an HD tourer soon.
GL and all the best!
#30
Back after 41 years
I had a Honda Super Hawk 305cc in the 60's until I joined the Army. Hadn't been on a bike until June of this year. Told my wife I wanted to get a Harley. She went to the dealership with me and while I was looking at softails she was looking at Ultra Classics... now I own a 105th Ann UC! Bought the bike & had it delivered to my home. Took the class and got my license endorsed and now I am enjoying my new ride! Just do it!!