yet another newbie joining the ranks!

[keti]

Hiya folks,

I'm another newbie come to badger you all for tips and tricks n stuff.

I'm Keti, living in Manchester (woohoo!), got my DAS test on September 2nd and still having issues with u-turns (i.e. ending up on pavements quite a lot, 50% of the time with the bike, the other 50% generally on my arse!)

So, that's me.. going to get down to some replying now!

K.
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.: when the going gets weird, the weird turn pro :.

[impaler]

[The Old Geeza]

I had a helluva job doing U-Turns before my test. I used to wobble like mad just as I started the straight-line pull-off bit. Then, as I started to turn, every single muscle in my body would tense up and I just couldn't do 'em

My instructor told me to relax completely, stop looking at where I was going and focus on where I want to be at the end of the turn.

It took loads and loads of practice. Throttle on, slipping clutch and rear brake control. Eventually I could do U-Turns as easily as 'point-and squirt'

Don't have to do them now I've passed my test, but I always like having a go just to keep a bit of practice in






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[TOM M]

hello and welcome
what bike you planning to get?

tom
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Now owner of a 1200 Bandit

[Josh|RD125LC]

Welcome aboard BCF!

Its good, take advantage of it, you could learn a lot from here, and recieve a lot of help.


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Enjoy your trip on the crazy train.

At least after you pass your test you'll never have to do a u turn again.

[The Old Geeza]

[keti]

First things first.. I'm a she, not a he. I just checked

I'm planning on getting a ZZR600 (was considering a 400 but it being a grey import I'm not too confident I'd find bits easily enough). I'm looking at a second hand bike as well.. it's looking likely that I'll drop it at some point and I'd be really peeved if it was a new one Anyhow, I've heard it's a good bike for short-arses, which I am

As for u-turns, bleurgh. It's exactly what was said.. I do look at the curb, and that's when I smack right into it. I can do u-turns, but only when I'm not concentrating on doing em. Typical women drivers.. Thanks for the tips tho.. will defo work on em!

Cheers for the warm welcome!
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[AcIdBuRnZ]

Ohhh, nice choice of bike!

I just got a ZZR600 couple of weeks ago

Welcome and enjoy the bike when it comes.

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Mark
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Past: Honda NSR125R >> Kawasaki ER-5a2 >> Kawasaki ZZR-600e1 >> Suzuki GSXR-750Y >> Honda VTR 1000 Firestorm
"Chickity China the Chinese Chicken..."

[The Old Geeza]

[keti]

Cheers Acidburnz.. might have to harrass ya with lots of questions! What's your insurance like if you don't mind me asking? (This will be my first bike, after having just passed my test, fingers crossed, so I'm expected to get crucified..)

And don't worry Old Geezer.. ya get three strikes and *then* you're out
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.: when the going gets weird, the weird turn pro :.

[AcIdBuRnZ]

Ok, no probs.

Area A (cheapest insurance )
Age 23
2 years NCB
Held full car license for 5 years
Full bike license year and a half
1993 ZZR600 e model valued at £1000
Parked on private driveway
Disk lock and chained

TPFT - £350 (£200 excess and 45 days EU cover, I'm also insured to ride any other motorcycle )

Hope this helps.

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Mark
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Past: Honda NSR125R >> Kawasaki ER-5a2 >> Kawasaki ZZR-600e1 >> Suzuki GSXR-750Y >> Honda VTR 1000 Firestorm
"Chickity China the Chinese Chicken..."

[keti]

[Josh|RD125LC]

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