Hey Everyone!

I'm 25 years old; I was born in Ukraine, migrated to New York and finally landed in Maryland. I bought my first bike (2008 GS500f) last year but only got to ride it once  So I am definitely looking forward to warm weather.

I'm an 18 year old lad named Brian from Australia, born and raised here by my parents after they moved here from Ireland in 1990. My dad has been into bikes since he was 16 (now 45) and has past the bug onto myself and my brother (who is Rossi to me, he's a damned good rider). I started riding (legally) November 13 2007, on my '79 Honda CB250T (go the classics, real bikes some older blokes say) and loved it from the get go. Got my '05 GS500 5 months ago after a sad parting with the Honda, but havnt looked back, as the experience the ol' twin has given me is invaliable. I'd like to think i can ride farely well, well enough 2 keep my dad in sight anyway

How's it going

I'm 44 yrs old from UK and when I'm on my bike I feel 20 years younger(even though I might not look it!)

Back biking after 10 year lay off, had a nasty accident on bike back then and trying to regain my mo-jo.

Love my little gs workhorse it's my second and before that I had a sr500 thumper.

Fantastic site with some enthusiastic members

Hasta luego
Senors

Hey Everyone,

I've been a lurker on this website for the past week or so and I finally bit the bullet to sign up and make my first post. 'm new Canadian new rider looking to get my first bike sometime this year. Right now, I'm trying to soak as much information up as I can. So, thanks to everyone for being informative and helpful!

I'm sure you'll see one of my noob questions somewhere down the road...

Hey everyone my friends call me Biggz, I just joined the website. I'm from the bay area in Northern California, 30, and have been riding off and on since I was 21.

I used to ride an R1 for several years but had to sell to sacrifice for school. I rode a buddy's 05 GS500F last summer just to ride along with him on his R6 and loved the feel and ride of the GS. Coming from an R1 it was a huge difference in power but I loved the comfort and the motor for a 500. So when he told me he wanted to sell it I picked it up from him for a great price and here I am.

I've found this site very informative and useful. I ordered a haynes manual to do most of the work myself, and have already used the search function to learn about things such as tire replacement and size of rear tire.

My first real ride on the GS was a trip to Laguna Seca to watch MotoGP last summer about an hour and half ride from where I live, I love the bike and am looking forward to picking your brains on the topic.

Hola, My name is Tristan, if you couldnt figure it out. I am 17, turn 18 tomorrow. Been riding my GS500F (first bike) for about 6 months and I am averaging about 2,500 miles a month on it right now. Took it out to Jennings GP in florida and raced the little thing. Considering my short time riding I feel that I am advancing rather quickly, and I have an amazing teacher. My dad has been riding sportbikes for 30 years now. Used to do some racing in South African sport bike championships. I've gotten quick enough that he no longer feels comfortable riding behind me and watching me lean the 500, the skinny tire makes him nervious. I've gotten my knee down a few times, from what I hear a pretty decent feat with a 130 section rear tire and my short time riding. I know people with r6's, gsxr's, etc. who havent had a knee down so I am pretty happy haha. I love my 500 but I am definitely looking to move on. Been test riding tons of bikes (ZX7R, R6, GSXR 600, GSXR 1000, Daytona 675, etc.) and am definitely looking to buy a daytona 675. Racing is definitely something I want to do, but as is always the case I have no money and i start university in June.  Riding is something I have wanted to do since I had the mental capacity to understand it. Throughout my whole life there has always been at least 2 motorcycles in my garage, currently there are 4 (94 Ducati 916, 85 Ducati 600 Pantah, 84 Ducati TT2 Race Bike, and my little GS).  If you didnt notice from that, my dad is a true Ducatisti as am I. Can't wait for the day I can afford one! 
Ride Safe
Tristan

I've gotten quick enough that he no longer feels comfortable riding behind me and watching me lean the 500, the skinny tire makes him nervious. I've gotten my knee down a few times, from what I hear a pretty decent feat with a 130 section rear tire and my short time riding.
Hey Tristen, How tall are you? To slide your knees that has got to be tall. I'm a pretty short guy and i can't lean my 2007 gs500f to where I can slide my knee on the ground.

Welcome, ALL!!!!! 

Quote from: jtolentino637 on February 19, 2009, 01:50:04 PM

Hey Tristen, How tall are you? To slide your knees that has got to be tall. I'm a pretty short guy and i can't lean my 2007 gs500f to where I can slide my knee on the ground.

I am 6 foot, but to do it i am on the very edge of the tire, practically the part between the sidewall and the curved surface of the tire

name is Mike, I live in south west Florida. I own a bandit 1200s, and just picked up a 96 gs500. I own a custom painting business and also do mechanic work

im Dave i live just outside glasgow in scotland, and i got me a gs500e for when i finally pass my test, also i am an outdoor sports instructor

My name is Karl i am 3rd Generation Australian, i am 20 years old and friends with Helmet ^^^^ i started riding for a new experience and loved it. I live near Sydney and if any of you get a chance to come out to Australia take the opportunity. I have a 2005 GS500F. Other than that i work in a pub and am thinking of joining the defence forces...

Hello.

Just got my license.  Almost got a GS

SF Bay Area

Hello,

          I'm Tim O.   I moved to Knoxville, TN about a year ago.   I've been riding my GS for about 4 years now.  I use it pretty much as a commuter bike.  I would like to do some  fun riding ( well... non commuter riding!    )  if anyone lives in this area.   I'm not in to high speeds, just like enjoying the ride and getting there in one piece. 

20 yr old hispanic named Albert.  I live in Corpus Christi, Texas.  I have had my GS for about 8 months and looking to make it look more like a sport bike than it does now. 

Hi folks. My name is Bilal. I'm 25 and am a H.S. English teacher in New Haven, CT. I bought gs500 two years ago to celebrate my first full year of teaching, but was too broke to get it registered and up and running. But good news, it's finally in the shop and will be up and running within the week. I'm looking forward to a long riding season this year!

Hello all!
My name is Gavyn and i live in Marietta GA. I have owned a Shadow 600, CBR 600, and am now on my '95 gs500. I am a junior in high school. My bike is currently 'broken'(as my girlfiriend says) but it should be up and running soon.

My name is Chris and i live in Dublin Ohio, I am 23 yrs old and have a degree in automotive technology. I work at INTENSE racing, and UPS. I just bought a 2007 gs500f with 1200 miles on it, its stock for now until the warranty runs out. then i plan on doing a lunchbox, full V&H exhaust, and 20;62.5;147.5 jets.

Welcome all 

I'm from Waterloo, ON. I just purchased a new 2008 GS500 which should hopefully arrive mid week.

Looking forward to becoming a regular around these forums.