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Re: I rode for my first time ever!!! (my first motorcycle)
 Originally Posted by reptiliachnids
LOL and I just woke up this morning and could barely move my legs they are so stiff! Because when I got to the end of the parking garage I would have to turn the bike around by walking it and facing it the other way since I still can barely get going in a straight line lol. She has a dry weight of 505lbs so she is pretty dang heavy lol.
Welcome to the wonderful world of open road riding. Be careful, it's just as addictive as ball pythons, and much more expensive 
I have only two suggestions for you, regardless of what kind of bike you ride.
1. Get MSF Certified (motorcycle safety foundation). alot of local bike shops host these classes, they last about 3-4 days, and they are GREAT for first time riders. They teach you EVERYTHING, from walking your bike, to cornering, controlled stops and emergency swerving.
2. (MOST IMPORTANT) wear ALL your gear, ALL the time. after years of riding, it does sometimes get annoying to put on boots, and gloves, and a jacket, and a helmet. but TRUST ME, its worth it. even a very low speed fall can hurt, ALOT. road rash sucks (i know).
i hate to preach, but just remember, there's only two types of riders. Those who have crashed, and those who haven't crashed YET
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