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madmanmaigret · 06-10-2008, 06:49 AM

rode others bikes from when I was 8
got my first motorcycle (1973 honda cl350) when i was 14 learned street on that bike took it to school, play, everwhere (1993-1999)
rode many other peoples bikes in my bikeless years (2000-2007)
got the FZ in 2007 (never had any formal training just taught by dad who rode his whole life)

Dad is a mechanic, had his own shop for a few years, taught me to work on cars, bikes, lawnmowers, and anything with or without a motor.

Gearhead my whole life.

read alot, maintenece books, riding books, etc.

I will let you know if I am not sure of an answer but still say what course of action I would take if I were in you shoes.

madmanmaigret · 06-10-2008, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellgate

Okay, here we go...

I've been a licensed since about 1981.

damn, Top. Thats the year I was born!

GConn · 06-10-2008, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by madmanmaigret

damn, Top. Thats the year I was born!

hehehe....that was what I was thinking too...same here

**Hellgate** · 06-10-2008, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by madmanmaigret

damn, Top. Thats the year I was born!

Okay so I was born in 1964, I couldn't influence that event!

I turn 44 this year and I still feel 18, well, on most days. 300 on the last PT test!

**Hellgate** · 06-10-2008, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by GConn

hehehe....that was what I was thinking too...same here

Hey, if you guys want to pick on us 40 years old, quite a few on this thread I noticed, pick in HavBlue, he's like older than Moses!

**FZ6inNH** · 06-10-2008, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Hellgate

Okay so I was born in 1964, I couldn't influence that event!

I turn 44 this year and I still feel 18, well, on most days. 300 on the last PT test!

Way to go Pete! I was a '65 baby and turned 43 in January. I couldn't agree more with the 18 comment. MY problem is my 18 year old mind tells me to do things that my 43 year old body isn't up to. WE pay the next day...

These young'uns!!

**Hellgate** · 06-10-2008, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by FZ6inNH

Way to go Pete! I was a '65 baby and turned 43 in January. I couldn't agree more with the 18 comment. MY problem is my 18 year old mind tells me to do things that my 43 year old body isn't up to. WE pay the next day...

These young'uns!!

Boy that is for sure, I can keep up with the younger guys, but man am I beat the next day! Good diet, exercise and lots of water helps a lot. I did give up basketball. That sport just kills my body. But man, we're all going to be like HavBlue one day....grumpy.

madmanmaigret · 06-10-2008, 08:41 AM

good job on that last PT test, Top! I guess im screwed when I'm your age cause I pay the next day now.....

bmccrary · 06-10-2008, 08:42 AM

Reserving space to make mine up when I have more time tonight.

-bryan

Ras Thavas · 06-10-2008, 08:54 AM

Well here's my story.

My first bike was a 1974(?) Honda 450 DOHC. I think I bought it in 1981. I taught myself to ride on that bike.

I bought a 1984 Honda VF500 Interceptor in 1987. That year I also started riding motorcycles for work in the summer (cop at the beach.)

I bought a 1987 Honda Night Hawk S in 1991.

During 1987 and 1991 I rode either a motorcycle or atv during the 6 month tourist season.

In 1996 I took the advanced motorcycle riders course.

I have had three minor crashes during my riding career. Worst injury was a severe knee sprain.

I had not owned a motorcycle for about five years until buying my FZ6 last month.

Disclaimer: Some of these dates may be slightly off as I find my memory is less than perfect as I grow older. :-)

06-10-2008, 06:49 AM	#31 (permalink)
madmanmaigret Mad like crazy not angry Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sarasota, FL Bike: 08 FZ6 Cobalt Blue (fastest color from FZ1) Posts: 1,750 Rep Power: 983 Member #1085	Re: Your Rider Resume rode others bikes from when I was 8 got my first motorcycle (1973 honda cl350) when i was 14 learned street on that bike took it to school, play, everwhere (1993-1999) rode many other peoples bikes in my bikeless years (2000-2007) got the FZ in 2007 (never had any formal training just taught by dad who rode his whole life) Dad is a mechanic, had his own shop for a few years, taught me to work on cars, bikes, lawnmowers, and anything with or without a motor. Gearhead my whole life. read alot, maintenece books, riding books, etc. I will let you know if I am not sure of an answer but still say what course of action I would take if I were in you shoes. __________________ 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6: Purchased October 31st, 2007 Mods:Painted: radiator covers, exhaust covers, and rear footpegs. FAZR6 Fender Eliminator. FS6 Sliders W/Motovation Hardware. Minor Airbox Mod. Sticker removal. To Be Continued... GO RED SOX!!!!!!

06-10-2008, 08:41 AM	#38 (permalink)
madmanmaigret Mad like crazy not angry Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sarasota, FL Bike: 08 FZ6 Cobalt Blue (fastest color from FZ1) Posts: 1,750 Rep Power: 983 Member #1085	Re: Your Rider Resume good job on that last PT test, Top! I guess im screwed when I'm your age cause I pay the next day now..... __________________ 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6: Purchased October 31st, 2007 Mods:Painted: radiator covers, exhaust covers, and rear footpegs. FAZR6 Fender Eliminator. FS6 Sliders W/Motovation Hardware. Minor Airbox Mod. Sticker removal. To Be Continued... GO RED SOX!!!!!!

06-10-2008, 08:42 AM	#39 (permalink)
bmccrary Future Engineer Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Bike: 2005 FZ6 Posts: 1,020 Rep Power: 17 Member #900	Re: Your Rider Resume Reserving space to make mine up when I have more time tonight. -bryan

06-10-2008, 08:54 AM	#40 (permalink)
Ras Thavas Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Bike: 2008 FZ6 Posts: 36 Rep Power: 3 Member #2820	Re: Your Rider Resume Well here's my story. My first bike was a 1974(?) Honda 450 DOHC. I think I bought it in 1981. I taught myself to ride on that bike. I bought a 1984 Honda VF500 Interceptor in 1987. That year I also started riding motorcycles for work in the summer (cop at the beach.) I bought a 1987 Honda Night Hawk S in 1991. During 1987 and 1991 I rode either a motorcycle or atv during the 6 month tourist season. In 1996 I took the advanced motorcycle riders course. I have had three minor crashes during my riding career. Worst injury was a severe knee sprain. I had not owned a motorcycle for about five years until buying my FZ6 last month. Disclaimer: Some of these dates may be slightly off as I find my memory is less than perfect as I grow older. :-)

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