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Introductions / Relatively new rider from Northfield...
« on: June 01, 2011, 12:38:40 AM »
Good evening.
I was recommended to join after meeting Vince (was piloting a CBR1000RR-from a couple of other local forums) and Rachel while on a ride to the bluffs area of Hwy 60 @ Wabasha. I appreciate them taking the time to chat, as I know only a couple of riders here in the MN area.
I'm 29, live in Northfield, work as a delivery driver for McLane (after 6+ yrs doing OTR trucking) and currently ride an '08 GSX-R600. My only previous experience is a shortened first season on an '09 Ninja 250R (~1,100 miles and 2 DCTC trackdays). One of my working goals is to eventually develop the skills to warrant the purchase of an aprilia RSV4-R. Lusted after it ever since seeing it in person. Lust for the ape' turned to love after a friend let me ride his '10 standard model. :-) How small it is, combined with that engine......*heart flutters* Main goal is to enjoy the hobby as long as my body and mind allows, as well as become the best skilled rider I can be through education (be it from experienced riders in person, on the internet, or thru books/dvds) and on-track instruction.
I'm definitely looking forward to becoming more active in the local biking scene, as my previous job of being gone for a month/ home for 4 days didn't really lend itself to getting out and about to meet new people. Here are a few pics of the bike during some rides on some of the roads the SE MN/ SW WI region has to offer:
My plan is to put a few more miles on it, then head back to the track for more instruction. Hoping to do a few DCTC trackdays during the summer before doing the final BIR trackday/ school of the season at Brainerd in September. Stainless lines + upgraded pads (for the front) as well as -1 front sproket + chain should be in possession and on the bike early next week in time for my first DCTC event of the season in a couple of weeks. I'll be holding off on full exhaust + air/fuel management and suspension upgrades until I get somewhat proficient on this thing on closed courses.
Everyone ride safe and be attentive. Hope to meet up soon.
-Christian
I was recommended to join after meeting Vince (was piloting a CBR1000RR-from a couple of other local forums) and Rachel while on a ride to the bluffs area of Hwy 60 @ Wabasha. I appreciate them taking the time to chat, as I know only a couple of riders here in the MN area.
I'm 29, live in Northfield, work as a delivery driver for McLane (after 6+ yrs doing OTR trucking) and currently ride an '08 GSX-R600. My only previous experience is a shortened first season on an '09 Ninja 250R (~1,100 miles and 2 DCTC trackdays). One of my working goals is to eventually develop the skills to warrant the purchase of an aprilia RSV4-R. Lusted after it ever since seeing it in person. Lust for the ape' turned to love after a friend let me ride his '10 standard model. :-) How small it is, combined with that engine......*heart flutters* Main goal is to enjoy the hobby as long as my body and mind allows, as well as become the best skilled rider I can be through education (be it from experienced riders in person, on the internet, or thru books/dvds) and on-track instruction.
I'm definitely looking forward to becoming more active in the local biking scene, as my previous job of being gone for a month/ home for 4 days didn't really lend itself to getting out and about to meet new people. Here are a few pics of the bike during some rides on some of the roads the SE MN/ SW WI region has to offer:
My plan is to put a few more miles on it, then head back to the track for more instruction. Hoping to do a few DCTC trackdays during the summer before doing the final BIR trackday/ school of the season at Brainerd in September. Stainless lines + upgraded pads (for the front) as well as -1 front sproket + chain should be in possession and on the bike early next week in time for my first DCTC event of the season in a couple of weeks. I'll be holding off on full exhaust + air/fuel management and suspension upgrades until I get somewhat proficient on this thing on closed courses.
Everyone ride safe and be attentive. Hope to meet up soon.
-Christian