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Hey there!

Long time lurker decided I would sign up and join in the fun. If I'm not out on the motorcycle- I'm usually watching baseball in the warm months, college football in the cold months.

I have a ton of questions so I figure I will head over into those respective areas and ask away! :)
 

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A pleasure to meet you. Wear your helmet!

Maryn, safety girl
 

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A pleasure to meet you. Wear your helmet!
Always! Even if it was legal to do go without one in my state, I would still wear one.

Quick anecdote- I was a fresh rider. A poor college student. I could barely afford to feed myself ramen, much less buy new tires on my motorcycle.

I ended up on my back sliding down the highway at about 50MPH. As I am skidding down the asphalt in my leather jacket and jeans... I was incredibly thankful for my helmet each time the back of my head was taking a blow from the road. Without it, I am 100% sure I wouldn't have a wife, a beautiful 2 year old daughter, and I wouldn't be here to tell you about it.

And yes, I can now afford to eat a bit more than ramen and I keep new tires on always.

We have a saying in the riding community- ATGATT. All The Gear, All The Time.
 

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(Thanks for the reassurance on the safety gear. I used to know an avid biker when I lived in the desert southwest, where a motorcycle was good transportation year round. He eschewed the helmet. He is no longer with us. And you are!)

Maryn, buckled into her chair with a shoulder harness