Motorcycle License

[caudio51]

I am starting the process of getting my license tomorrow. Pretty excited, I am checking the classifieds and want to have a bike ready for next spring. :clap:

 

[David]

Awesome news!

I've had my motorcycle license since 1984.

What are you considering?

 

[aleam_38]

very cool news, I would like to do that one day

 

[joshua]

Are you taking the course or going to take the road test with the MVC? Its getting late in the motorcycle season now, I was talking to my friend about taking the course together. They teach you the ropes and test you there which I heard is easier.

 

[cvm4]

Not putting you down or anything Joshua, but easy isn't what you want when a maneuver can potentially save your life. Good deal Tom, I've wanted a motorcycle for a long time and it would be nice on the gas too!

 

[joshua]

Not putting you down or anything Joshua, but easy isn't what you want when a maneuver can potentially save your life. Good deal Tom, I've wanted a motorcycle for a long time and it would be nice on the gas too!

Well what I mean is that the instructors will run you through everything and tell you what you are doing wrong etc. Instead of the MVC people which will be all pass/fail. They also provide the bikes so you don't have to worry about renting/borrowing one.


heres a highlight video of the course:
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prR20YZtPGU"]YouTube - Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic RiderCourse Highlights[/ame]

 

[Clinton]

I recommend an 80s vintage Universal Japanese Motorcycle for your first bike. Will cost less than $1000 and won't hurt as much if (or more likely, when) you drop it. Mine was an 82 Kawasaki KZ750.

 

[cvm4]

Yea, that's a great program to learn in.

http://www.msf-usa.org/index_new.cfm?pagename=RiderCourse%20Interactive Tour&referer=RiderCourse Interactive Tour

 

[caudio51]

Josh/Cliff, yes, just finished the paperwork for the MSF course here in Middlesex County. Three day course for $225 and the road test is waived at the end by the DMV of NJ.

I just need to pass my knowledge & vision test from the state to get my permit. Plan on doing that portion tomorrow.

 

[cvm4]

Awesome, You have a bike picked out yet?

 

[Jammerjoe]

Are you taking the course or going to take the road test with the MVC? Its getting late in the motorcycle season now, I was talking to my friend about taking the course together. They teach you the ropes and test you there which I heard is easier.

That is funny to a Floridian. Right now our riding is relegated to short trips, and don't forget the rain gear. It really gets good around October and stays that way through May/June

 

[caudio51]

Awesome, You have a bike picked out yet?

Something smaller and cheap until I get a season under my belt. Nothing specific, just whatever I find for sale locally.

 

[Volusianator]

Something smaller and cheap until I get a season under my belt. Nothing specific, just whatever I find for sale locally.

The Suzuki Volusia (2001-2004) or Boulevard C-50 (it was renamed in 05) is a great looking well handling 800cc cruiser. And can be had at a pretty reasonable price.

 

[Halon]

Just bought an 82 Suzuki GS550LZ today! Gotta rebuild the carbs and I'll paint the tank and put nicer handlebars on it! Really excited. Paid $200 for it! Came with a brand new Bell helmet, too. Now I just gotta get my license!


TYLER

 

[pahuber2]

I did the msf course this summer...great course. I would recommend it.

 

[caudio51]

Went to the DMV today, passed the knowledge test and the vision test so now I have a permit. Then scheduled the MSF course for the weekend of September 21st

 

[Mikes]

Good on you for taking the MSF course. Next thing you have to try after you get used to riding is attending a local 'track day event' where you get to see just what the/a bike can do without having to worry about dirt or oil on the roads, or cagers coming over the yellow line.

Maybe there is a track near you?

http://www.sportrider.com/ride/146_0308_track_day_organizations/

 

[dpricenator]

Good on you for taking the MSF course. Next thing you have to try after you get used to riding is attending a local 'track day event' where you get to see just what the/a bike can do without having to worry about dirt or oil on the roads, or cagers coming over the yellow line.

Maybe there is a track near you?

http://www.sportrider.com/ride/146_0308_track_day_organizations/

My buddy rented a 100cc Scotter for his practial test. His bike was too big to make the figure 8 and the cones. Imagine 300+lbs on a scooter!!:rofl:

 

[caudio51]

Good on you for taking the MSF course. Next thing you have to try after you get used to riding is attending a local 'track day event' where you get to see just what the/a bike can do without having to worry about dirt or oil on the roads, or cagers coming over the yellow line.

Maybe there is a track near you?

http://www.sportrider.com/ride/146_0308_track_day_organizations/

Nothing in Jersey that I saw, but I think Englishtown Raceway near me does have some programs.

 

[jwintosh]

Just bought an 82 Suzuki GS550LZ today! Gotta rebuild the carbs and I'll paint the tank and put nicer handlebars on it! Really excited. Paid $200 for it! Came with a brand new Bell helmet, too. Now I just gotta get my license!


TYLER

i had one of those! first bike a got in san diego! made parking alot easier at SDSU!! had a 82 kawasaki ltd550 before that....