Back In The Saddle . . . Hopefully Soon

Discussion in 'Newbies Hangout' started by Janus, Jun 4, 2025.

  1. Hi all,
    After 25 year out of the saddle, I am finally ready to enjoy the thrill of the ride again.
    Back in 1999 I had a rather unfortunate close encounter with a deer and ended up in the hospital with memory loss, but luckily recovered fully. The thrill of the ride never left me though, but now that the children are grown up, it is time for me to enjoy riding again.
    I attach a picture of the Honda CBR1000F, which the deer took me down on. What an amazing machine, but I am now looking for a Ducati 998S to get my butterflies back.
    Keep riding and just try to keep it safe!

    HondaCBR1000FR.jpeg

    HondaCBR1000F_Front.jpg
     
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  2. One observation . . . I did replace the rear tyre on the old CBR1000F with a 210 profile, making it a lot more appealing, if a bit tail happy xD
     
  3. Welcome
     
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  4. Hello and welcome
     
  5. Thank you! I look forward to getting back in the community :)
     
  6. Welcome indeed, your first name isn't Hugh by the way is it? :joy::joy::joy:

    Ok I'll get me coat, again...:blush:
     
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  7. Welcome
     
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  8. Welcome to the forum as well as back to biking:upyeah:
     
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  9. Greetings!
     
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  10. Welcome and enjoy
     
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  11. Welcome into our mad house :)
     
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  12. You might consider starting with something with a comfortable riding position and less power for a little while. Then move up to a sportier bike as soon as you are back in the habit. Just a suggestion.
     
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