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Message started by msfitnetz on 08/26/07 at 02:41:21

Title: I Got My Bike!!
Post by msfitnetz on 08/26/07 at 02:41:21

Hey! Thanks everyone as I was searching for a bike. I found a wonderful used one ready to ride with upgrades already done. I bought a 2006 with 6300miles, windshield/gel seat/backrest/saddlebags AND extended warranty until 2010. When I bought it was serviced and reinspected by dealer so I have full mechanical history. I rode briefly when purchased but will be riding this week working on some skills. ;D

http://w2.bikepics.com/pics/2007%5C08%5C26%5Cbikepics-1003920-800.jpg (http://www.bikepics.com/members/msfitnetz/)

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by Rockin_John on 08/26/07 at 03:15:33

Hey, that's a really pretty red on that one! Nice looking accessories too. You should have some happy miles ahead! :D 8)

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by eglidegirl on 08/26/07 at 05:28:15

Welcome to Thumper World! Nice bike, congrats!!

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by skatnbnc on 08/26/07 at 07:43:07

Congratulations! You will have a blast!

Now please tell me you had the brake pads checked or replaced because my Suzi is an 06 with 3700 miles and needed new ones in a really bad way.
(see Holy Brakes Batman thread)
:)

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by msfitnetz on 08/26/07 at 08:02:22

Yes , they checked did everything. It was a great find for me as a really "girl owned" very well documented and taken care of bike. I did my first "on the street" ride to gas station today! What a thrill! I was nervous but went out with very light Sunday AM traffic. No stalls and and got her up to 35mph! I need a friend to take my picture with it next.

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by forrest on 08/26/07 at 09:04:42

Congrats and be safe. There is a post, on the Cafe side, titled need some tips. Ton of info for a first time rider.

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by islandwahine on 08/26/07 at 11:32:59

msfitnetz wrote:

Your dog is so cute!! Looking out of the doorwindow at you, (or the bike!).
Congrats!

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by skatnbnc on 08/26/07 at 11:45:28

Not only is your bike a hot candy apple red, it has some cool cruiser highway pegs too! Sweeet! :)

Good that you had it checked out thoroughly before purchase. You will appreciate that as you go along.
Ride safe!

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by mornhm on 08/27/07 at 05:15:34

Congrats and welcome

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by Savage_Rob on 08/27/07 at 09:36:46

Congratulations on your new thumper and welcome to the site!

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by vtail on 08/27/07 at 10:08:49

Cool ride, neat dog. Looked at your other photo's too. Noticed right bag pretty close to exhaust, could burn hole or heat up your belongings inside. Also whose cool looking highway pegs are those? I'm looking for some :)

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by msfitnetz on 08/27/07 at 15:39:47

Thank vtail I will check the bag. I think the previous owner told me she ordered from JC whitney.
I learned a great lesson on my ride to the store today.

I parked left a signal lamp on "duh" when I came out would start. SO I thought I drained the battery. I called for assistance since no one had cables and I don't know about "popping the clutch". After 2 hour battery good and thought a starter or electrical issue so due to heat and distance , I called a tow after waiting a guaranteed be there in an hour, I decided to try something. I switched tank from "on" to PRI then tried to start. Whoopee right up no issue. I didn't realize that maybe was cold when I first drove her and needed to run longer so when I went to start after leaving turn lamp on , needed that PRI start?
AT least I canceled tow had a great ride home. I got up to 35 mph!!

I still will get it checked at dealer just to make sure later. But wasted a whole afternoon waiting sigh. Oh well had a great ride!! :D

Title: Re: I Got My Bike!!
Post by tbear on 08/27/07 at 15:39:59

Looks alot like my bike. Congrats!