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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    You are so right. I actually went all nuts and bought a leather jacket a full 2 piece leather race suit, racing boots, a second helmet (crazy deal brand new from the store) and gloves in addition to everything I have mentioned above. I am broke but happy xD
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Just a quick update: Successfully finished the MSF course. We we actually evaluated and doing the exams in rain, so it added to the experience. I am now a proud owner of a M license. Also, between the start of the course (including the commute to the classes), I have done 900 miles in 2 weeks...
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    Body LEDs

    Thank you. I like the engine part the most as well. :)
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    Body LEDs

    Thanks.Those are stock, unfortunately. I have seen a chopper with purple "angel eyes" and they were beautiful!
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    Body LEDs

    The previous owner of the bike I have purchased recently has installed these purple LEDs in the front, engine part and back of the bike. Thought I share it to brag and for inspiration Blah The LEDs effect the front and rear fenders, there is two spot reflection on the front of the bike on...
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    DMV Riders 4 Fun (R4F)

    A new Facebook group was created to connect riders from the DC, Maryland and Virginia area. There is a lot of motorcycle owners/fans out there, whether new or veterans, who ride alone. Anyone from the DMV area please consider joining this group. It's free and I am certain that we can expand...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Just a quick update. Done 200+ miles on all kinds of roads during this extended weekend. The 15+ years of driving experience with a manual transmission definitely came in handy. ATGATT and safe. Seen a bunch of "lonely riders" out there. If there is anyone in DC area for some riding, hit me up...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Thanks so much. I love your comparison to golf :) Makes sense! I got the helmet new of Craigslist (Shoei RF1000) and the jackets, gloves, vest and armor from Amazon, steel toe slip resistant boot from DSW. Always going by the reviews on Amazon and crosschecking with Revzilla or similar...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Brackson - You are right. Drivers are nuts here. DC attitude :-/ And I would absolutely love to hang out once I can safely enter a busy street/highway. I will def reach out, thanks. Ivi - I would never ever buy anything full price, haha. No harm in asking, worst case scenario, you get a...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Ivi - there is one in the area with 600 miles, pretty much brand new, garage kept for around $4000 (I got him down from 4700). I was thinking about getting that one, before I got the price I got. I guess its a good time of the year and good area combo? Cmantis: Yes, sliders are on. Supposedly...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Hi. I am starting my Basic Riding Course on June 4th :) As for gear, I went a little nuts and spent a fortune during last 4 days on a helmet, jackets (2), gloves, armor. Buying boots tomorrow and pants in the near future. I even got a bright yellow vest, that screams "see me now?"... I am all in...
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    My first motorcycle ever & first ride ever

    Hello everyone. My name is Eman and I've just purchased my first motorcycle ever, yesterday. It's a beautiful 2009 black FZ6 fazer, with 4400 miles on it. I got a crazy deal on it, and I have to admit I was pushing the limits a little bit in terms of the pricing, but it turned out that the...
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