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Snuffleupagus

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  1. Howdy Buckeye...I am from Columbus, OH originally. I lived over in Dublin, Plain City, and out in New Albany. I had a black Ninja back in the late 90s. Used to hang-out a lot up around the Dublin City area. My buddy had the yellow Ducati 748. Ohh well...never sure if we ever crossed paths there. Welcome:-) John
  2. I have actually read that book. Twist of the Wrist was the very first book that I bought years ago with my ZX7R. I read the book cover to cover before I took the Ninja out of the garage. I understand the principles on paper, but practicing them is the big thing. So far I have been very blessed in my motorcycle career. I've never really dropped a bike or had too many mis-haps. But again I don't push the envelope like some of my buddies. I just want to be prepared for that day when I do need to evade some out of control car or antelope running across the street. My biggest challenge has always been aggressive, obnoxious drivers. It's why I sold my orginial Ninja. My fear isn't ME crashing myself per se...it's collision with other drivers not seeing me or them pulling some stupid stunt that puts me at risk. Drivers around Washngton DC are nuts and I do have to drive around traffic to get to those good crusing areas. I need to have razor sharp skills to survive around here. I'm revisiting them this week while we have 4" of snow outside and my bike is freezing in the garage:-) I contacted the school about getting started yesterday...waiting on hearing back from them. I'll start with Level 1 and go from there....I'll decide between the 2 day and the 1 day.
  3. Thanks Sleepr. So what class would benefit me most? Yes, I live near two CSS locations (VIR and NJ). I guess I could use some advice on what class would be best for me in terms of digging-in. I've never done any track riding, but would be open to it. The big things that would probably benefit me most (in my opinion) are cornering and controling the bike. I would love and welcome the opportunity to get some good training. Regards, John
  4. Good Day Everyone, Before I dive in too much and come off looking like a Squid I want to explain. I am 38 years old and have been riding dirt bikes since I was a kid back in the 80s. I spent a lot of time on the old dirt bikes. I transitioned over to the streets with a Ninja ZX7R back in the late 90s. Rode it for about a year and a half and had a lot of fun. No major issues. I'm respectful of these bikes, know they have way more power that I have ability, and I just like to take it mellow and keep things controlled. Well, I recently pulled the pug and bought a liter bike because (1) they fit my frame better being 6'1" and 185 lbs with long arms and legs and (2) I got a heck of a deal. I now have a Yami R1. So, yeah....I know 180 HP on a 400 pound frame. Ha ha ha. I do ride it, but baby it. I'm not out dragging knee in turns or going ape. I really am a conservative rider...I know the common err is riders losing control and exiting the road. So, I tend to be very cautious of turns, ruts in the road, loose dirts, water, and all that stuff that can make me go boom. I probably ride like a grandpa...but that's ok out on the road. But I know that I need some expert training to make myself better....much better. So I guess to say that yes, I do in fact ride an R1 liter bike that is way beyond my ability. I admit it, I know I need training, and I respect the bike. I want to improve my skills with cornering, emergency recovery, and braking. This is what I want to learn from your team IF you have a class for this. I do know how to ride and have been doing it for a good 20 years, but it's been casual riding and not the style that I need to control a liter bike. I want to be a better ride and develop the necessary skills. I will continute to exercise great restraint on the road, take it easy, and just enjoy my bike. I am NOT a wild, crazy rider. But I do want to improve and spend some time on the track getting some good training. I learn fast and am a good listener. If I am shown something I will do it on the bike as shown. I just need the help. What options are going to be best for me? Regards, John aka "Snuff" Germantown, MD
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