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The only thing i'd say is that at slow speeds such as walking speeds when turning, they can be a bit hard to balance because of the longer wheelbase and weight and somewhat heavy steering. the steering will loosen up in time, but it's rather slow and stiff when new. Anyways, not only to get used to slow speed manuvering but also to be able to pass the DMV test should you have to, it would be good to do some practicing in a parking lot doing tight walking speed circles. Once moving even a 700 lb rocket III is no problem. But at those slow turns and such when manuvering in driveways of tight turns on streets, thats where it's real easy to lose your balance and drop the bike. Don't worry about that tho....just be aware of it and practice. When i took the DMV test to get my licence i hadn't owned a bike is a bit longer than you, and i failed it badly. It consisted of exactly what i'm talking about. So i went to the DMV and practiced every sunday when they are closed on thier painted course in the parking lot. After a 1/2 hour every sunday for about a month i then took the test again and zipped thru it with ease.
Aside from that, just take it easy till you feel confident you're in control, but always ride with 100% concentration on every side street, driveway, and every car around you. the second you don't is when something bad happens. Concentrate on doing that till it becomes second nature. In the year i've had mine i've already avoided 2 situations that i think i wouldn't have avoided had i not been looking for exactly what DID happen. My vigilence paid of twice in saving me from what could have been disasterous. You can't trust any single driver when you're on a bike !
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2005 Speedmaster, Neon Blue, Thunderbike pipes, snorkel removed, UNI filter, drilled airbox, 130 mains, TBS needles.(2 shims) And speaking of Speedmasters, HERE'S MINE
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