Back in the saddle in Atlanta

eflyguy

eflyguy

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Howdy!

First bike in 23 years, first time I've ridden anything bigger than a 250. Was going to start off with a 600 or so, but my best friend (much older and an experienced rider) convinced me that I could handle a bigger bike, and I am already glad I listened to him. I was apprehensive, but it's a pussy-cat to ride if you don't wind it up. I've only got 20 miles or so under me and haven't been above 5k!

Unfortunately the rear brakes self-destructed (I'll post a different thread on that) so I'm off the road on my first weekend of ownership, but gives me a chance to change the oil and filter while I wait on parts.

Great to be back in the saddle, though!
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Welcome and congratulations on getting a bike again. Just take it easy with the throttle until you get used to the bike and you'll be ok ;)
 
Welcome! Nice looking FZ1 too.
I've done the same as you, last ride was a YZF1000R that I bought new in 2000, rode it for a few years then got off. Then after a 7-8 yr break bought a new 08 model in Feb this year.
Best bike I've ever riden and I'm so happy I bought it as I was going to buy an old YZF1000 or a newer R1 but was told by mates that it would be too uncomfortable for me and they suggested the FZ1.
 
scottyd said:
Welcome! Nice looking FZ1 too.
I've done the same as you, last ride was a YZF1000R that I bought new in 2000, rode it for a few years then got off. Then after a 7-8 yr break bought a new 08 model in Feb this year.
Best bike I've ever riden and I'm so happy I bought it as I was going to buy an old YZF1000 or a newer R1 but was told by mates that it would be too uncomfortable for me and they suggested the FZ1.
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Good mates you have there! They are wise and knowing. :cheers:
 
Thanks, everyone. The more I read about this bike the more I know the person who recommended it (and sold it to me) was doing right by me! :)

He feels like a real d!ck that the brakes went out like they did, but I don't blame him.

Yeah, easy on the throttle. Geez, it's touchy! Not at all what I was expecting though, a lot easier to manage. They say it starts to pull at 4, can't wait to get some more miles on it and explore what happens above 5.. :)
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