Author Topic: Wannabe biker (Read 1074 times)

« **on:** 06, June, 2007, 06:51:35 PM »

Hi all,
just thought I'd drop a quick note in here to introduce myself.

I'm thinking about doing my CBT and possibly the full test this summer, so thought I'd join to get lots of good advice

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Galaxy

piercedprincess · « **Reply #1 on:** 06, June, 2007, 07:22:45 PM »

Welcome to the family, Galaxy!
You'll get lots of good advice on here but its rather a sad day today as we just found out that we have lost one of our own!

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tallgirl · « **Reply #2 on:** 06, June, 2007, 07:22:49 PM »

Don't think about it do it before they change the rules again and make it even harder to pass.

Welcome to the site.

Mr Rizla · « **Reply #3 on:** 06, June, 2007, 07:31:32 PM »

welcome to the family, so what u waiting for, book the CBT ':p'

nice to see you online TG x

« **Reply #4 on:** 06, June, 2007, 08:28:12 PM »

Thanks people.

I did read about your loss Princess and I am really sorry to hear about it; particularly as I read about this happening to somebody else in May when I first looked at the site.

Was a bit worried about the safety factor to be honest, plus I'm only just getting to grips with a bicycle - late learner.

I am working up to booking.

Galaxy

Biker Biker · « **Reply #5 on:** 06, June, 2007, 08:36:12 PM »

Galaxy....

Sorry mate today is not a normal day, so don't hold it against us..... the gang i'll be rushing along shortly to help you raise the virtual bar tab.

Welcome to the family

I'll have a large brandy & coke no ice

**SPIDER** · « **Reply #6 on:** 06, June, 2007, 08:37:08 PM »

Welcome to the mad house ...
see you soon

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HellsBells · « **Reply #7 on:** 06, June, 2007, 08:54:44 PM »

Hi from a fellow wanna be rider (pillion for the moment)

I'll have a strong cup of tea please

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Minnie · « **Reply #8 on:** 06, June, 2007, 09:03:13 PM »

Hi Galaxy,

Just done mine (CBT) a couple of weeks ago, and I am def a late learner too,
go for it.. What area you live in..?

Oh and I will have a Bud please !

Ann ':upside'

CaptMoto · « **Reply #9 on:** 07, June, 2007, 01:07:28 AM »

Hi Galaxy, welcome to TLB, hope your CBT goes ok. what bike were you thinking of getting?

riz K5 · « **Reply #10 on:** 07, June, 2007, 11:48:37 AM »

Hi Galaxy. Get the CBT out of the way and your half way there! Don’t even think about it, just go out and book it.

Once you get your freedom on the bike on a hot sunny day, you won’t look back believe me. Good luck and hope to see you out and about soon.

PS: I’ll have a pint please since you’ve got a tab at the bar.

« **Reply #11 on:** 07, June, 2007, 12:05:04 PM »

Welcome to your new world Galaxy get it done Now don't even talk about it

Ill have a JD Please

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« **Reply #12 on:** 10, June, 2007, 09:41:14 PM »

Hi all,
Buying drinks is it eh. I guess I can oblige

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Minnie I will be moving to S. Norwood area soon.

Capt Moto, no idea about what bike to get. When I say I'm a wannabe I mean a complete novice - no idea about bikes whatsover. I'm doing research and so far know it will have to be a 125 and a diddy one at that.

Galaxy

Hoppy · « **Reply #13 on:** 10, June, 2007, 11:54:09 PM »

welcome

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Aceman · « **Reply #14 on:** 11, June, 2007, 12:49:09 AM »

Welcome Galaxy. JD & coke please. No, make that a Red Bull with lots of lemon and a little ice please.

pieman · « **Reply #15 on:** 11, June, 2007, 09:44:00 AM »

Do you have any questions? I find that it's far easier to answer questions than to give a load of advice. There are a few on here who have only recently passed their tests, they can give you up to date info on that. when I passed they had only just brought in the written test, and you only had to get a few right, they raised the pass mark soon after!

Stu · « **Reply #16 on:** 11, June, 2007, 10:24:40 AM »

Welcome to the biking world!!

Now most importantly, nip up the bar and I'll have a very large, small, little, big Vodka

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Have you done the pillion thing? ':rock:'

sirella · « **Reply #17 on:** 11, June, 2007, 01:20:54 PM »

Hey, welcome.

I did my CBT and bought a Suzuki Vanvan to potter around on to get my confidence, it was fantastic. Bounced quite well too!

MATTP · « **Reply #18 on:** 11, June, 2007, 03:11:34 PM »

Bang on with the Vanvan (this is what BB will say

'> ). Anyway, if you want to learn a way to places like Box Hill, the Ace, etc without using large main roads then just post it up. When you know the way somewhere its never that far

'> Well done on taking the first step!

Snap · « **Reply #19 on:** 11, June, 2007, 04:01:19 PM »

Hello and Welcome. Strong coffee for me.

Biker Biker · « **Reply #20 on:** 11, June, 2007, 08:35:26 PM »

Quote (MATTP @ June 11 2007,15:11)

Bang on with the Vanvan (this is what BB will say

'> ). Anyway, if you want to learn a way to places like Box Hill, the Ace, etc without using large main roads then just post it up. When you know the way somewhere its never that far

'> Well done on taking the first step!

'> Go girl!! Yes I went all misty eyed when you mentioned it at the weekend...... Loved pootling on that baby

Riding became a whole new challenge of getting around an not going on a Motorway by accident. I'd have another Van Van if they did em in slightly bigger engines, its quite a heavy bike for the CC.... or was that just the weight of the rubber in the rear tyre ':blush'

I remember feeling slightly embarrassed the first time I rocked up to the bridge on ma orange Van Van... all those sports bikes around, I wanted to run and hide, everyone looking me getting all flustered. Then Flying Scot walked over to her, looked her up and down..... he told me she was a real beaut.

Post a pic in the gallery when you get a chance

Enjoy ya 2 wheels of freedom.... I did.... and well done!

Crashy · « **Reply #21 on:** 12, June, 2007, 02:03:42 PM »

Hello & Welcome

Tino · « **Reply #22 on:** 14, June, 2007, 04:34:51 PM »

Hi there and welcome to TLB.

Pint of lagerfor me please.

See you out and about soon

ifizzy · « **Reply #23 on:** 15, June, 2007, 09:02:13 PM »

Hi there Galaxy.
Go get your license you wont regret it.
Ill have a tea please black and sweet.
See you out and about hopefully.
ALEX

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SheWoolf · « **Reply #24 on:** 19, June, 2007, 01:24:52 PM »

Have to agree with the others. I only did my cbt and test last October and now I'm kicking myself for not doing it years ago ':p'

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