SF/SSF new rider DRZ400SM

firewatch

firewatch

what a n00b
Hey everyone!

Took the CMSP the second weekend of December with zero previous seat time, and snatched up an 06 DRZ400SM just before Christmas. Added about 800 miles since then, and just two days ago found myself comfortable on the freeway (see: no clenched jaw).

During a chat with a fellow DS/SM guy at the gas station at 9th and Howard this forum was mentioned. Looking forward to taking some of Doc Wong's clinics and meeting some other riders to continually expand my skills and knowledge. I'm poor, so no extravagant dinner meets for me! :teeth

I used to enjoy driving cars, but motorcycling just RUINED cars for me.
 
Butch

Butch

poseur
Staff member
Welcome.
Motards are big fun. Traffick is not.

Enjoy the twisties in as much quantity as you can; tis good for the mind and soul. It will do a lot for bike handling skills too.

I too have a tard if you are ever down the San Ho way. Enjoy!
 
Butch

Butch

poseur
Staff member
You gotta get the right car. I took my old Porsche 914 up Hamilton yesterday. Big fun. Freakin go kart. Big motor too.

The moto is a different thrill. Dancing with the mountian.
 
dravnx

dravnx

Well-known member
Doc Wong classes are the best deal in moto education you will find.
Can't beat the price and you get to meet good people.
 
firewatch

firewatch

what a n00b
Thanks for the warm welcome. Last night I visited Moto Guild for the first time. Nice place! A few minutes before my planned departure two bikes roll up the ramp, and one of them is a co-worker. Small community, I guess!
 
R

Rideonr3

Member
Hey there! I took the CMSP the 16th and 17th. Looking forward to Doc Wong's classes too haha. Out of curiosity are you in the fire service? Based on your name :p
 
firewatch

firewatch

what a n00b
Nice!

USMC 2001-2005. Firewatch loosely translates to guard duty while the majority of the unit is asleep. Ever watch the movie Jarhead? When all of those fireworks went off in Kuwait the dude was on firewatch.....and totally failed at taking charge of his post.
 
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