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Hey Vitaliy!

Every so often this pops up as a question from a newbie to biking...

And we haven't had any replies that they've come off/hated it/sold it on or anything like it that I can remember....

There are people on here who've been riding for years...I haven't. But I did have experience of a 125 for a year before getting my America.

Don't let them deliver your bike. While there's nothing more embarassing than the dealer watching you ride your bike out, you have to ride it home. And that's a huge barrier to overcome. And your attitude of a little bit of practicing is cautious, but cautious can be good.

Just take it at your own speed and when you are ready - hit the road!!!


I have to disagree with this. I read too many horror stories about guys dropping the bike at the dealers on the way out. I spent too much money on mine to take that risk, especially after having no experience besides the msf class. I had it delivered and it was there waiting for me when I got home from work. I took it out late at night when there was no traffic around and early in the mornings for a couple of weeks until I felt ready for traffic and stoplights. I'm convinced I did the right thing.