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bdschultz
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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:02 pm
bdschultz wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 5:43 pm

Yeah, feels like a good fit. We’ll see.

Wednesday and Thursday this week in Auburn.

Thanks for the link, I’ll check it out.
Here is another link
Robert Simmons
https://bethebossofyourmotorcycle.com/
Also a retired Motor Officer

Jerry and Robert teach the same basic principles
Staying in control of the motorcycle at slow speeds useing the clutch Friction zone and rear brake.
Take a few minutes and watch one or 2 of their videos and I promise You will do much better in your classes
Some serious slow speed skills

Try to listen to the engines sounds when these riders are taking sharp turns
Really appreciate this, FA. Slow speed execution is one of my main focuses. Will study closely. Thank you.

Once I’m finished with the class and permit test, let’s meet up. Sounds like weekends are typically better for you? Usually better for me as well.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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bdschultz wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:31 pm

Really appreciate this, FA. Slow speed execution is one of my main focuses. Will study closely. Thank you.

Once I’m finished with the class and permit test, let’s meet up. Sounds like weekends are typically better for you? Usually better for me as well.
I still practice slow speed turns
Ill use the boarder lines for slow weaves when I'm on a 2 line street and when there is no traffic
Ill often just pull into an open parking lot and practice figure 8s in 4 parking spaces or Practice intersection drills

Unfortunately for me
Some Butt Nugget stole my 2000 and fucked it up So I havent tab it in a while and I let the ins lapse
Its depressing

I have really odd days off and no 2 in a row

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:33 pm
bdschultz wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:31 pm

Really appreciate this, FA. Slow speed execution is one of my main focuses. Will study closely. Thank you.

Once I’m finished with the class and permit test, let’s meet up. Sounds like weekends are typically better for you? Usually better for me as well.
I still practice slow speed turns
Ill use the boarder lines for slow weaves when I'm on a 2 line street and when there is no traffic
Ill often just pull into an open parking lot and practice figure 8s in 4 parking spaces or Practice intersection drills

Unfortunately for me
Some Butt Nugget stole my 2000 and fucked it up So I havent tab it in a while and I let the ins lapse
Its depressing

I have really odd days off and no 2 in a row
100%. Can't go wrong with practice.

That sucks. Well, providing all goes well with my permit test, I'll be more than happy to head up north. We'll keep checking in until we find a day, no rush.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 8:02 pm

Here is another link
Robert Simmons
https://bethebossofyourmotorcycle.com/
Also a retired Motor Officer

Jerry and Robert teach the same basic principles
Staying in control of the motorcycle at slow speeds useing the clutch Friction zone and rear brake.
Take a few minutes and watch one or 2 of their videos and I promise You will do much better in your classes
Some serious slow speed skills

Try to listen to the engines sounds when these riders are taking sharp turns
This is impressive skill, and on bikes that are much bigger than mine. Gives me something to shoot for. Thanks.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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Yah these guys Practice a lot
One thing though Your Intruder has a Hydrolic clutch system and is pron to over heating at the slave cylinder so you may need to let it cool if you practice a lot

This causes the clutch to get musshy

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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Another couple questions to toss out to the group: First, any recommendations on outdoor shelters/canopies? Currently it's in the garage but can't stay long term. I bought a Dowco cover, which I will use rain or shine. Not a pressing need going into the sunny season, but come late fall/winter I'll want something sturdy and dependable. Looking at everything from framed canopies to the accordian-style shelters. Want to keep the footprint small, waterproof and breathable.

Second, a battery tender. Been looking at the Battery Tender Plus. Thoughts?

Thanks all.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:25 pm
Yah these guys Practice a lot
One thing though Your Intruder has a Hydrolic clutch system and is pron to over heating at the slave cylinder so you may need to let it cool if you practice a lot
Good tip, thanks. So a mushy-feeling clutch is a sign I should take a break. How long should I break at that point? Five minutes, 10 minutes?

And let's say at that point I've decided I've practiced enough for the day. Should I still let it cool down before heading home or is conventional riding not as demanding on the clutch system?

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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bdschultz wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:31 pm
FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:25 pm
Yah these guys Practice a lot
One thing though Your Intruder has a Hydrolic clutch system and is pron to over heating at the slave cylinder so you may need to let it cool if you practice a lot
Good tip, thanks. Is there a way to determine when the temp is getting too high, either with a gauge or through observing clutch behavior? Or should I, for example, practice for 20 minutes, rest for five minutes, etc.?
Practice for 20 rest for 40

Unless you set cones up You may get board after 10 minutes
Schneider makes a good maintainer and
Stanly makes a really good battery maintaner

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:38 pm

Practice for 20 rest for 40

Unless you set cones up You may get board after 10 minutes
Schneider makes a good maintainer and
Stanly makes a really good battery maintaner
Okay, double the time for rest. Probably do 10/20 then. Either way, sounds like I should bring a book.

Will definitely use cones.

Will look into those battery maintainers, thanks.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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bdschultz wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:43 pm
FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:38 pm

Practice for 20 rest for 40

Unless you set cones up You may get board after 10 minutes
Schneider makes a good maintainer and
Stanly makes a really good battery maintaner
Okay, double the time for rest. Probably do 10/20 then. Either way, sounds like I should bring a book.

Will definitely use cones.

Will look into those battery maintainers, thanks.
Your bike gets hotter when you shut it off
I would just keep riding

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FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:38 pm
bdschultz wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:31 pm
FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 1:25 pm
Yah these guys Practice a lot
One thing though Your Intruder has a Hydrolic clutch system and is pron to over heating at the slave cylinder so you may need to let it cool if you practice a lot
Good tip, thanks. Is there a way to determine when the temp is getting too high, either with a gauge or through observing clutch behavior? Or should I, for example, practice for 20 minutes, rest for five minutes, etc.?
Practice for 20 rest for 40

Unless you set cones up You may get board after 10 minutes
Schneider makes a good maintainer and
Stanly makes a really good battery maintaner
I've had the Stanley for going on 15 years now and it still work great.
If you have any type of electrical issue, have your battery load tested before you do anything else. Any auto parts store will test it for free.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 2:14 pm

Your bike gets hotter when you shut it off
I would just keep riding
Understood, thanks for clarifying.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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bdschultz wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:11 pm
FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 2:14 pm

Your bike gets hotter when you shut it off
I would just keep riding
Understood, thanks for clarifying.
Just ride normal and let the slave cool down

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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sgtcall wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 4:37 pm

I've had the Stanley for going on 15 years now and it still work great.
That's two for the Stanley. What's the model / model number? Thanks.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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My mistake I dont have a Stanly
I have a Black and Decker 2 amp
A couple Schumacher 6/12 volt 1.5 amp battery tenders

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FallenAngel wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 10:31 pm
My mistake I dont have a Stanly
I have a Black and Decker 2 amp
A couple Schumacher 6/12 volt 1.5 amp battery tenders
Black and Decker is owned by Stanley now. Or it's the other way around. Either way most products are the same just different colors.
If you have any type of electrical issue, have your battery load tested before you do anything else. Any auto parts store will test it for free.

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bdschultz wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 8:36 pm
sgtcall wrote:
Tue Apr 16, 2024 4:37 pm

I've had the Stanley for going on 15 years now and it still work great.
That's two for the Stanley. What's the model / model number? Thanks.
Mine is an older model but I think this one is about the same. At least everything seems the same. The important part is you want a maintainer not just a charger.
https://www.stanleytools.com/product/bc ... maintainer
If you have any type of electrical issue, have your battery load tested before you do anything else. Any auto parts store will test it for free.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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bdschultz wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 5:43 pm
FallenAngel wrote:
Mon Apr 15, 2024 1:55 pm
Nice looking scooter
Not to big and not to small
When do you start your class's

Also may I suggest "Ride like a pro"
https://www.youtube.com/user/motorman857
Yeah, feels like a good fit. We’ll see.

Wednesday and Thursday this week in Auburn.

Thanks for the link, I’ll check it out.
Well How was class??

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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FallenAngel wrote:
Wed Apr 17, 2024 8:47 pm

Well How was class??
Hah. Day One in the books. Day Two - and the test - tomorrow.

So far, feeling good.

Thanks for looking in. I’ll be sure to post an update.

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Re: New rider in Seattle

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For the winter, slide your couch away from the wall, 3 feet closer to the tv.
Slide your bike in behind it. :ahha: :cheers:

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