My grandson wants a Harley Davidson; he is 17. I know he will ride a motorcycle regardless of what I want, so can anyone tell me where I can send him to learn to ride properly and responsibly before he gets a motorcycle? It scares me to death to think about it, but I feel if he learns from an expert he has a better chance of not being seriously injured.
Thank you for helping.
2007-02-27 09:05:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
do a search for msf beginner rider course find one in your area they generaly supply the bikes and expert instruction if he listens and applies what he's taught he'll stand a 100% chance of riding safe and enjoying his ride . I must commend you on your resourcefullness and concern for your grandsons well being even though he is riding against your will Ive ridden for years and my mother still hates it but she also knows that I'm at my happiest when I'm on my bike a damn difficult position I know and I can't say I won't share your fear when my son starts riding but if thats how he gets his jollys dear ole dads gonna make sure he knows how to do it right. way ta go gramms
2007-02-27 11:34:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not to sure what you have available in your area, but there are really good motorcycle courses available. My daughter has taken it. She rides a new Harley now, as does her mother. I have ridden for 17 years now. Get in touch with the Harley Davidson dealer in your area and they should be able to point you in the right direction. Or for that matter any motorcycle dealership should be able to help you. Good for your grandson, Happy Riding!!
2007-02-27 09:18:03 · answer #2 · answered by Bren 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about other states, but ours (Wyoming) has a MSF course for beginning riders. It is a great class. And if a rider passes the class, he does not have to take a road test to obtain his license.
I can't stress enough how wise it would be for your grandson to take one of these classes. Ours is a two-and-one-half day class and only costs $15.
Don't let it scare you. Many 17 year old kids are excellent riders.
Oh yeah...one other thing: Don't buy the boy the bike. Let him pay for it himself. He'll take much better care of it that way. My 15 year old wanted a bike and we finally found a broken Kawi Ninja 250 that he could afford. It was a big project, but we got it all rebuilt...really nice too. But he had to pay for it and help work on it. Not only did he have the satisfaction of accomplishing something on his own, but he learned all about the workings of the bike also.
2007-02-28 03:41:24 · answer #3 · answered by Wyoming Rider 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many Harley dealers offer the Riders Edge program. You can also research the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) for courses in your area; they are usually taught at night and on weekends at local high schools or community colleges.
I waited nearly 20 years because of women (mother, then wife) saying no. So far, I have 24,000 miles under my belt relatively event free. But more than knowing how to ride, he needs to know how to anticipate every person around him. People just don't pay attention.
2007-02-27 09:25:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
some harley shops have rider's edge...hd's rider training program. rider's edge uses the buell blast, and is roughly about 300 bucks. u could go thru the msf course that would be alot cheaper. google up msf course for a location near u.
if he's planning on getting a buell, he shouldnt get the firebolt for a starter...that 1 would just have too much horsepower for a rookie to handle safely. a blast would be safer. sportsters, dyna's, and some of the softail's would be perfect for rookies. depends on how much he's willing to spend.
the only way he will survive the mean streets out there is to: never trust a car...period. always expect the unexpected. always respect the bike and ride within his limits.
i always assume a car is NOT going to stop for the stop sign, and IS going to turn left in front of me...and i always prepare for it. it's saved my a-ss on at least 2 occasions.
2007-02-27 09:31:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have him take the beginner rider MSF course. He will learn a lot from it. I took the expericed rider course. After riding over 20 years. I learned a lot in the 8 hrs. Just don't hand him a bike, he should earn it.
2007-02-27 10:01:32 · answer #6 · answered by David A 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
even if someone will show him how to ride that doesnt matter that much. What matters is how alert he is. The other drivers on the road dont watch out real well. So he has to be alert of himself and all of the other drivers. If he is a daydreamer it isnt best to be on a motorcycle.
2007-02-27 11:39:48 · answer #7 · answered by B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be a motorcycle safety foundation (MSF) course available somewhere in your area. I would call the Harley dealership (or any bike dealer) and they should be able to give you contact information.
2007-02-27 09:08:38 · answer #8 · answered by Dani 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well i don't know were to go, but the way i learn how to ride a motorcycle is i found someone who does, they took me to a parking lot and tougt me how. then i learn more driver up and down the street, its almost like driving a car and a bike. just have to learn and beaware of other drivers and objects
2007-02-27 09:14:43 · answer #9 · answered by Guido 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
at least he doesn't want a sportbike.make him pay for the
bike has well has the classes.if he wants it bad enough he
can pay for it.
2007-02-27 09:54:39 · answer #10 · answered by gixx 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋