On the Verge of my L's .......

General Discussion
Kwakka Kilt
KSRC Member
KSRC Member
Posts: 109
Joined: Fri Apr 06, 2007 11:05 pm
Location: Sydney

On the Verge of my L's .......

Post by Kwakka Kilt »

Awright all !

Well, Being the newbie I am, I am chuffed with myself for passing the Learners Practical last weekend (Yay!)

Just got my theory test next week, then I'm ready for a life of freedom! :twisted:

(Well, a life at officialy 80Kmh max anyway :twisted: , how many of you stuck to that ?? Like, do the cops worry if they see you at 110Kmh on the Highway ??)

I'll be ready to roll in the next couple of weeks, and was wondering if anyone went out as a newbie group, to get some experience together ??

Don't want to hold up the experienced groups, and don't want to feel pressure to ride above my limits :shock:

Cheers.

Kwakka
ZEN and the art of trying to get my *%&^$ motor to work ..... Where's my Tap and Die set again ????
- Pass me the Angle Grinder nurse.
User avatar
red_dave
Team Kuda
Team Kuda
Posts: 7973
Joined: Thu Oct 07, 2004 12:47 pm
Bike: ZX6R
State: Queensland
Location: Dodgy BrisVegas
Contact:

Post by red_dave »

Well done mate...

The Old Pacific Hwy has the max speed limit of 80kmh anyway...

Check it out. 8)
Image
User avatar
photomike666
Apprentice Post Whore :-)
Apprentice Post Whore :-)
Posts: 5956
Joined: Sat Jan 15, 2005 12:01 am
Bike: ZX10R
State: Victoria
Location: Melbourne
Contact:

Post by photomike666 »

Congrats mate. Good to see you have a sensible head on your shoulders, riding within your limits is the key to safe riding.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
07 ZX10R since new, tracky TBA, KX450F, 87 CR250 restoration, GT MTB - I've got serious thrill issues, dude
User avatar
robracer
VIP MEMBER
VIP MEMBER
Posts: 15251
Joined: Thu Feb 24, 2005 8:23 pm
Bike: ZX6R
State: New South Wales
Location: Port Macquarie

Post by robracer »

Great news... one step at a time & you will get there, you dont want to get booked at this early stage :? good luck with the rest of the testing :D
User avatar
Gosling1
Team Donut
Team Donut
Posts: 13823
Joined: Mon Jun 20, 2005 9:30 pm
Bike: Z900
State: ACT
Location: Anarchy Road

Post by Gosling1 »

Good work Jock, thats the way mate. If the coppers see you riding at 110 with a big 'L' on the back of your bike, you might be in a spot of bother......

Heh did you know that on the Scottish penny, the "Brittania" on the reverse side is wearing sunglasses ? Yes, its in the unlikely event that the penny was taken from the Scot's pocket in daylight......

:lol:
".....shut the gate on this one Maxie......it's the ducks guts !!............."
Gonzo
Newbie
Posts: 36
Joined: Wed Nov 01, 2006 2:02 pm
Location: Newtown, Sydney

Re: On the Verge of my L's .......

Post by Gonzo »

Kwakka Kilt wrote:I'll be ready to roll in the next couple of weeks, and was wondering if anyone went out as a newbie group, to get some experience together ??

Don't want to hold up the experienced groups, and don't want to feel pressure to ride above my limits
Don't worry mate, the first weekend I had my L's I went out on the Old Road with this lot. They're a great bunch and will look after you. Even tho I was riding way back at my limits, some of these guys took turns hanging back with me so I wasn't on my own, keeping an eye on me. Def a good group of peeps to ride with... They even had a few 'hot tips' on improving riding skills.
"I shall now eat a rubber tire to the music of The Flight of the Bumblebee...music, maestro!"
Image
User avatar
Burky
VIP MEMBER
VIP MEMBER
Posts: 1646
Joined: Fri Apr 14, 2006 12:20 am
Bike: ZX10R
State: New South Wales
Location: NSW Padstow

Re: On the Verge of my L's .......

Post by Burky »

Gonzo wrote:
Kwakka Kilt wrote:I'll be ready to roll in the next couple of weeks, and was wondering if anyone went out as a newbie group, to get some experience together ??

Don't want to hold up the experienced groups, and don't want to feel pressure to ride above my limits
Don't worry mate, the first weekend I had my L's I went out on the Old Road with this lot. They're a great bunch and will look after you. Even tho I was riding way back at my limits, some of these guys took turns hanging back with me so I wasn't on my own, keeping an eye on me. Def a good group of peeps to ride with... They even had a few 'hot tips' on improving riding skills.
Gonzo and words of wisdom :wink:
Seriously tho the guys will take care of you up there, hey we all started somewhere and the advise you get off other riders the better you are. Sounds like you head is kinda screwed on the right way, :? :? :? having said that why are you here :lol: :lol: :lol:
"I live in my own little world. But it's OK. They know me here"
User avatar
mike-s
Apprentice Post Whore :-)
Apprentice Post Whore :-)
Posts: 6142
Joined: Sat Aug 07, 2004 5:43 am
Bike: Suzuki
State: New South Wales
Location: Arncliffe, Sydney
Contact:

Post by mike-s »

agreed, take it easy, dont feel compelled to take anyone on or play catchup. worst case scenario they'll regroup, go "wtf happened to x-y-z?" and one will turn back and you'll see them coming the other way :).
Image
If it hurts, you aren't doing it right.
User avatar
Neka79
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Posts: 13115
Joined: Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:20 am
Bike: Z900
State: South Australia
Location: Adelaide......nah its cool..no really!!
Contact:

Re: On the Verge of my L's .......

Post by Neka79 »

Burky wrote:
Gonzo wrote:
Kwakka Kilt wrote:I'll be ready to roll in the next couple of weeks, and was wondering if anyone went out as a newbie group, to get some experience together ??

Don't want to hold up the experienced groups, and don't want to feel pressure to ride above my limits
Don't worry mate, the first weekend I had my L's I went out on the Old Road with this lot. They're a great bunch and will look after you. Even tho I was riding way back at my limits, some of these guys took turns hanging back with me so I wasn't on my own, keeping an eye on me. Def a good group of peeps to ride with... They even had a few 'hot tips' on improving riding skills.
Gonzo and words of wisdom :wink:
Seriously tho the guys will take care of you up there, hey we all started somewhere and the advise you get off other riders the better you are. Sounds like you head is kinda screwed on the right way, :? :? :? having said that why are you here :lol: :lol: :lol:
so u werent listening to the tips hey Burky?? lol...

itll be fine mate, just be positive!!
Neka
2006 Zeddy 1000
1996 VS series 2 S pak Ute
Image
User avatar
Burky
VIP MEMBER
VIP MEMBER
Posts: 1646
Joined: Fri Apr 14, 2006 12:20 am
Bike: ZX10R
State: New South Wales
Location: NSW Padstow

Post by Burky »

Neka the biatch wrote:so u werent listening to the tips hey Burky?? lol...

:oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops:

Nobody mentioned lubed bitumin :oops:
"I live in my own little world. But it's OK. They know me here"
User avatar
Neka79
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Posts: 13115
Joined: Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:20 am
Bike: Z900
State: South Australia
Location: Adelaide......nah its cool..no really!!
Contact:

Post by Neka79 »

Burky wrote:
Neka the biatch wrote:so u werent listening to the tips hey Burky?? lol...

:oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops:

Nobody mentioned lubed bitumin :oops:
mate thats rule 4 i think...

watch out for debri/shit/slippery/manhole covers etc..especially when turning..
Neka
2006 Zeddy 1000
1996 VS series 2 S pak Ute
Image
Kwakka Kilt
KSRC Member
KSRC Member
Posts: 109
Joined: Fri Apr 06, 2007 11:05 pm
Location: Sydney

Post by Kwakka Kilt »

Cheerz Guyzzz,

Gos mate, Last time I opened my wallet was to see if Queen Victoria was still on the coins, cos everyone else had some Queen or sumat like that .... :wink:

Yeah Neka, I am very paranoid about wet metal, painted lines etc ... Reckon the CBD commute will sharpen my skills quick smart !!

I feel better about going for a group run now boys, thanks and can't wait 8)
ZEN and the art of trying to get my *%&^$ motor to work ..... Where's my Tap and Die set again ????
- Pass me the Angle Grinder nurse.
User avatar
Neka79
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Extreme Post Whore :-)
Posts: 13115
Joined: Fri Apr 23, 2004 12:20 am
Bike: Z900
State: South Australia
Location: Adelaide......nah its cool..no really!!
Contact:

Post by Neka79 »

Kwakka Kilt wrote:Cheerz Guyzzz,

Gos mate, Last time I opened my wallet was to see if Queen Victoria was still on the coins, cos everyone else had some Queen or sumat like that .... :wink:

Yeah Neka, I am very paranoid about wet metal, painted lines etc ... Reckon the CBD commute will sharpen my skills quick smart !!

I feel better about going for a group run now boys, thanks and can't wait 8)
just remember, u dont have the protection of a cage around u if u fuck up (or sum1 else does)..it does indeed cause u to sharpen ur skills...VERY QUICKLY
Neka
2006 Zeddy 1000
1996 VS series 2 S pak Ute
Image
hoffy
Team Barge
Team Barge
Posts: 8744
Joined: Sun Oct 30, 2005 10:59 am
Bike: Z1000
State: New South Wales

Post by hoffy »

Mate, Its a long process, learning to ride well. Take your time, enjoy and dont rush into anything ! especially guard rails ! (trust me I know)
User avatar
mohawk miss
VIP MEMBER
VIP MEMBER
Posts: 1202
Joined: Thu Feb 23, 2006 2:30 pm
Bike: ZZR600
State: New South Wales
Location: Beyond Woop Woop

Post by mohawk miss »

Depending on where you is at, the Gang of Four like to take a run out to Narellan via Silverdale most sundays. (great Eggs Benedict!) 8)

Trust me, I am the biggest safety nana and am not a particularly fast rider (as the Friday night crew know), so I'm happy to keep with you. PM me if you want the details (that goes for anyone) :)
I used to have a handle on Life,
but it fell off.

Pilot of the Aloominum Falcon
Post Reply