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Old 03-17-2006, 08:30 PM
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well i better go get my permit then! how hard are those and how do u study for one?

read the book, take the msf course then read the book again. its mostly common sence questions. easy to get a permit. and depending on how old you are, i think its by age, by taking the msf course you dont have to do the dmv road test.
 
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Old 03-17-2006, 10:13 PM
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hey... we recently purchased an ex500 for the girlfriend. why? because she's so short... 5'4" and 115 pounds. she flatfoots on the ex. on the vfr800 she tiptoes and wanted something she felt more in control of sitting at the lights and such. the ex500 is perfect for the smaller rider!
 
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Old 03-17-2006, 11:08 PM
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hey... we recently purchased an ex500 for the girlfriend. why? because she's so short... 5'4" and 115 pounds. she flatfoots on the ex. on the vfr800 she tiptoes and wanted something she felt more in control of sitting at the lights and such. the ex500 is perfect for the smaller rider!
5'4" and 115 pounds. [sm=massbounce.gif]

heffay; I am checking to see if anyone is down at the spot during the week between th 28-30th and will let you know. Someone told me it is spring break but not sure, if it is though that place is off the hook. You may want to leave your gf home
 
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Old 03-19-2006, 08:24 AM
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lets go bullit, were running out of time, san diego road trip coming next month.
 
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Old 03-20-2006, 10:13 PM
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ok im 5'4" and weigh in at 125. i wanna get a bike and learn how to ride but im afraid that because im so short and weigh so little that i might have problems. would i need to lower it or is it two low and how much would it run to lower it? oh and im thinking of getting something from the mid to early 90's any recommendation on what year or are they all the same? thanks guy
I think the 500 would be the perfect bike for you. I am 5'4" as well and I have no problem being flat footed. By the way, my bike is a 94. The 500 has not really changed at all since it was first brought out.

Personally, I think it is the perfect bike to start out on. I've had mine for a year and I'm not bored of it, still lots for me to learn!
 
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Old 03-20-2006, 10:25 PM
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ok im 5'4" and weigh in at 125. i wanna get a bike and learn how to ride but im afraid that because im so short and weigh so little that i might have problems. would i need to lower it or is it two low and how much would it run to lower it? oh and im thinking of getting something from the mid to early 90's any recommendation on what year or are they all the same? thanks guy
I think the 500 would be the perfect bike for you. I am 5'4" as well and I have no problem being flat footed. By the way, my bike is a 94. The 500 has not really changed at all since it was first brought out.

Personally, I think it is the perfect bike to start out on. I've had mine for a year and I'm not bored of it, still lots for me to learn!
you for got your wieght
 
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Old 03-22-2006, 01:23 AM
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thanks everyone for the help. hopefully in a few short months ill be able to afford the bike. i guess i wont be skydiving for awhile! if anyone in the la area hears of a good deal on a 500 let me know! thanks again
 
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Old 03-22-2006, 02:21 AM
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if your willing to go to dc thers a nice one for sale from jazey for a great deal and by the pics its a nice looking bike. fly out, ride back. go go go go
 
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Old 03-22-2006, 04:29 PM
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ok im 5'4" and weigh in at 125. i wanna get a bike and learn how to ride but im afraid that because im so short and weigh so little that i might have problems. would i need to lower it or is it two low and how much would it run to lower it? oh and im thinking of getting something from the mid to early 90's any recommendation on what year or are they all the same? thanks guy
I think the 500 would be the perfect bike for you. I am 5'4" as well and I have no problem being flat footed. By the way, my bike is a 94. The 500 has not really changed at all since it was first brought out.

Personally, I think it is the perfect bike to start out on. I've had mine for a year and I'm not bored of it, still lots for me to learn!
you for got your wieght
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Old 03-22-2006, 04:32 PM
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Good one bluebird.
 


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