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jorge999@jetbroadband.com · 07-11-2008, 08:22 AM

Hi folks!

I suppose I'm really a returnee as I had a kawasaki 90cc trail bike back in the misty past (1970-72). Unfortunately I've forgotten just about everything useful from those days!

I don't have my motorcycle license yet but am signed up for the Motorcycle Safety Course at my local community college. I'm scheduled for 8/15- 8/17 but have been told that if I 'show up' each Friday pm as a 'standby' then they'll take me right in if there's a no-show.

After a lot of research and conversations with friends etc I bought a used
(2006) Suzuki GZ250 as a starter bike. My plan is to use it for 6-12 months to develop some basic riding skills then sell it and get something a little larger that I can take on trips, on the interstate etc.

I'm here in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and am looking forward to exploring the countryside on a bike!

robertc729 · 07-11-2008, 03:38 PM

Uncle B · 07-11-2008, 09:33 PM

A TEXAS

HOWDY "

" NEIGHBOR

Oh what a great trip!!!

I ride a 2006 Suzuki C50T Boulevard.

A Classic Cruiser with Bold Style and No Equal.

You may have seen the Suzuki Boulevard C50 around town, a classic cruiser that has been capturing the spotlight wherever it goes. Now you have the chance to experience its awesome V-twin performance - and enjoy the benefits of key features designed for the open road. Meet the Boulevard C50T. Like the C50, it boasts a fuel-injected 45-degree V-twin engine that cranks out a load of torque down low, matched by exciting top-end performance. It also has a spacious riding position and smooth suspension for comfortable cruising. With a multitude of features, the C50T establishes its own unique identity. The C50T has an aerodynamic windshield and a custom-designed backrest, encouraging you to take to the open highway for true long-range cruising in maximum comfort. The C50T also has a range of custom features, from whitewall tires to studded seats, for its own bold look. The Boulevard C50T. A Classic cruiser that is as comfortable as it is stylish.

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blackie1491 · 07-11-2008, 10:42 PM

Rickster · 07-12-2008, 11:16 AM

Good bike choice.

MOTOHOLIC! · 07-12-2008, 05:44 PM

07-11-2008, 08:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
jorge999@jetbroadband.com Newbie Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: Suzuki GZ250 Location: Christiansburg VA Posts: 1	newbie in Christiansburg VA Hi folks! I suppose I'm really a returnee as I had a kawasaki 90cc trail bike back in the misty past (1970-72). Unfortunately I've forgotten just about everything useful from those days! I don't have my motorcycle license yet but am signed up for the Motorcycle Safety Course at my local community college. I'm scheduled for 8/15- 8/17 but have been told that if I 'show up' each Friday pm as a 'standby' then they'll take me right in if there's a no-show. After a lot of research and conversations with friends etc I bought a used (2006) Suzuki GZ250 as a starter bike. My plan is to use it for 6-12 months to develop some basic riding skills then sell it and get something a little larger that I can take on trips, on the interstate etc. I'm here in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and am looking forward to exploring the countryside on a bike!

07-11-2008, 09:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
Uncle B Want's A New Title Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Location: Gordon Texas Latitude: 32.54833 Longitude: -98.36889 Posts: 4,346	A TEXAS HOWDY " " NEIGHBOR Oh what a great trip!!! I ride a 2006 Suzuki C50T Boulevard. A Classic Cruiser with Bold Style and No Equal. You may have seen the Suzuki Boulevard C50 around town, a classic cruiser that has been capturing the spotlight wherever it goes. Now you have the chance to experience its awesome V-twin performance - and enjoy the benefits of key features designed for the open road. Meet the Boulevard C50T. Like the C50, it boasts a fuel-injected 45-degree V-twin engine that cranks out a load of torque down low, matched by exciting top-end performance. It also has a spacious riding position and smooth suspension for comfortable cruising. With a multitude of features, the C50T establishes its own unique identity. The C50T has an aerodynamic windshield and a custom-designed backrest, encouraging you to take to the open highway for true long-range cruising in maximum comfort. The C50T also has a range of custom features, from whitewall tires to studded seats, for its own bold look. The Boulevard C50T. A Classic cruiser that is as comfortable as it is stylish. The message you have entered is too short. Please lengthen your message to at least 1 characters. This forum requires that you wait 30 seconds between posts. Please try again in 30 seconds. __________________ Ride Safe, Ride Long, & Have Fun Benjamin Franklin> They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security. http://www.gordontexas.net/ http://www.gordonvfd.com/

07-12-2008, 05:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
MOTOHOLIC! Sit speling cheker Joined: Sep 2006 Bike: don't have one Location: Eastern Kentucky Posts: 1,747	__________________ One person with commitment is worth a hundred who have only an interest.

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