Just purchased a 2001 GS500 with 2036 miles. Already added a couple hundred in two days. This is my first bike, and it is awesome. Thanks for all the online help. I used the site thoroughly to research the bike to buy. Thanks all.

Bob

Welcome Bob!

No problem! Hope you stick around! How bout pics of the new toy?

welcome 

Welcome!! 

Congratulations on your purchase!  There are some great and talented folks on this board--looking forward to your future posts!

Some hints from one noob to another....


1. Wear your gear! Helmet, jacket, gloves, boots, pants! It saved my skin!
2. Learn to counter steer.
3. Watch the road for gravel, sand or other loose objects.
4. Never use your brakes whilst cornering, especially your front brake!!! Don't ask how I know this
5. Use search on this forum, and you can find the answers to the universe 
6. Take a motorbike training course. The smartest thing you can do.

Have fun and Stay Upright!

welcome to the site, er, out of lurking mode....enjoy.

Got a great bike have fun with it 

Thanks again for the welcomes. I'll get a picture over the weekend to post. Cheers.

Bob

Welcome and...  Where are you located?

Welcome!

Welcome aboard, many safe and happy miles to you!

I guess I never filled out any information about myself. I live in Baltimore, and work at the University of Maryland - about 35 miles. My van was costing about 75-85 dollars a week to commute...hence the purchase. I can't believe I waited until 35 to make this purchase. This is the best money I ever spent. I look forward to the end of cell phones and talk radio every mornign and afternoon.