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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 04:03 AM
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Originally Posted by AssassinJN,Nov 19 2007, 07:45 AM
In PA the government classes are free but only at given times at certain places. So I guess what I'm looking for is a private company, any ideas on where to find one (obviously I will be googling it today).
The classes aren't necessarily "free". When you purchase your M/C permit you are in fact "paying" for the MSF Courses.



FWIW, Francesco paid for a private lesson BUT he was only taught how to pass the riding test. I really don't think he was given any real world practice. The MSF is a MUCH better way to go.
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by AssassinJN,Nov 19 2007, 04:45 AM
In PA the government classes are free but only at given times at certain places. So I guess what I'm looking for is a private company, any ideas on where to find one (obviously I will be googling it today).
www.msf-usa.org
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by freq,Nov 19 2007, 08:03 AM
The classes aren't necessarily "free". When you purchase your M/C permit you are in fact "paying" for the MSF Courses.



FWIW, Francesco paid for a private lesson BUT he was only taught how to pass the riding test. I really don't think he was given any real world practice. The MSF is a MUCH better way to go.
I am definitely doing the MSF course still, I am just looking to get taught some of the basics so I can practice on nice weekends in the event I get my bike before they start offering the courses again.
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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Originally Posted by DimaK321,Nov 12 2007, 04:50 PM
good call on the BRC; best bike-investment i made

u sure u want a 600 for the first bike? its like getting a ACR Viper for a first car
Yes, I'm sure. I know what risk I am taking and am comfortable with those risks. I'll take it slow and if/when I go down, I'll have gear and insurance to cover the bike and hopefully save my hide, if my hide isn't saved by the gear, then so be it.

Thanks for the positive feedback on my comments about the BRC.
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by AirborneS2K,Nov 19 2007, 08:22 PM
I'll take it slow
that's all you need.
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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 01:00 AM
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tell that to the guys who get hit by cars in parking lots.
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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 09:17 AM
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shit happens all the time. if you make yourself aware of your surroundings, you'll be fine. i've been riding licensed for 5 years not and havent had a single accident. i've had friends riding for different amounts of times and they've all crashed. why? bc they've pushed themselves too hard, or relaxed too much and ignored what was around them.
if you're afraid of getting hit or falling, dont ride. that's a risk you take 100% everytime you saddle up.
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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by S2K ON 2,Nov 20 2007, 01:17 PM
shit happens all the time. if you make yourself aware of your surroundings, you'll be fine. i've been riding licensed for 5 years not and havent had a single accident. i've had friends riding for different amounts of times and they've all crashed. why? bc they've pushed themselves too hard, or relaxed too much and ignored what was around them.
if you're afraid of getting hit or falling, dont ride. that's a risk you take 100% everytime you saddle up.
the second you have no fear, GET OFF THE BIKE



point is: be afraid, but accept the risk
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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by AirborneS2K,Nov 19 2007, 11:22 PM
I'll take it slow
i wish you the best, but the bike may disagree with you on what slow is (inaccurate throttle input)
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Old Nov 22, 2007 | 03:22 AM
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Originally Posted by DimaK321,Nov 20 2007, 12:47 PM
the second you have no fear, GET OFF THE BIKE



point is: be afraid, but accept the risk
FINALLY a good input on the bike section. couldn't agree with you more man
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