first time in 2 years - didnt like it

it has had a service and only recently passed MOT. Ive actually had the bike for 3 years. I know its not the bike, it is me, but looking for excuses. dont like to think its my fault - bad workman blaming his tools unfortunately

KitKat - please don't worry - it will get better - first time back out after my illness and off the road for 18 months, I was a bundle of nerves and pretty useless! After two rideouts I was adamant that I wouldn't be riding again. A few months later OH persuaded me to ride with him down the road 5 miles and then home; the following weekend we went ten miles; the following week twenty; etc etc, until i gradually built my confidence and skill back up.

Don't expect to particularly enjoy it atm, but if you gently keep at it - you will eventually

who was watching junior?

[Stu]

Originally Posted by gerbrox

who was watching junior?

Either Libby was crying because No.1 son wouldn't give her a go on the Xbox or No. 1 Daughter I guess

If you still have the desire to get out on the bike the rest is just getting your muscles to remember what they need to do

Forget about worrying about dropping the bike or getting lost, there are enough org people in the local area that we can arrange a search party if needs be

Originally Posted by gerbrox

who was watching junior?

why? I had put her into her cot asleep as I do every night at 7pm. she doesnt normally wake until 7 am (or 10am yesterday). I was not worried about her or thinking about her. Im a mum first and biker second. She was at home safe and sound with her big brother and sister.

Rigor - search party in cars I presume. May hold you to that

[dirtydog]

Originally Posted by Stu

Was DD out with you? was this the 1st time you'd both left her?

I was and yes it was.

Originally Posted by Spiderman

I'd my little voice, when we get on a bike together, is always saying "hell yeh, we're going for a ride. Fun, fun fun, excited", for example.

but thats just me, i'm sure

My little voice just keeps reminding me that I have 9 points on my licence!

Originally Posted by kitkat

was scared I was going to drop bike or get lost (did neither). If I give up now, I will never be on a bike again - certainly not going pillion with DD.

If you drop it you drop it, it can be fixed. Wouldn't be the GM if you didnt get lost
Nowt wrong with going pillion with me, it's cheaper than Thorpe Park!

Originally Posted by Stu

Nothing unusual about that I ride a lot and sometimes do that, sometimes flick the kill switch instead of full beam etc. but don't tell anyone.


well keep feeling positive about how you used to enjoy it. I don't have experience of a Raptor but I'm guessing it wouldn't be the first choice for (effectively) a newbie so bear that in mind that it might be a bit harder to ride smoothly.
Hope you stick at it - but only do it for yourself.

The Raptor is pretty smooth to ride but does have a big dollop of torque to deal with.

Originally Posted by Fizzy Fish

Hey KK don't beat yourself up about it - even those of us who ride quite a bit sometimes have off days!

Completely agree, used to ave them all the time. not so much now as i don't ride that often nowadays

Originally Posted by Noble Ox

Take it in for a service for piece of mind! I always feel something is wrong when I buy a 2nd hand bike, a good service, even if nothing much had to be done, always gives you that extra confidence!!

The Raptor wants for nothing in the service dept thanks!

Originally Posted by rigor

If you still have the desire to get out on the bike the rest is just getting your muscles to remember what they need to do

Forget about worrying about dropping the bike or getting lost, there are enough org people in the local area that we can arrange a search party if needs be

Originally Posted by kitkat

Rigor - search party in cars I presume. May hold you to that

Harsh but true

Thought you were going to say something else...............

[dirtydog]

Originally Posted by DanAbnormal

Thought you were going to say something else...............

Like what

Kitkat, I'm out and about on the bike tomorrow. Could meet up for a cuppa at Newlands if you want a reason to go out on the Raptor.