@Ian Burke Thanks for the advice!!! I will start scouting for that type of ride. Always great getting advice from an expert!

Leaning towards KTM, sheer horsepower and torque. Price could be an issue? Still figuring it out.

@Ian Burke Same here. Wish I had a mentor or maybe some older mates to show me the ropes. This is a big part of what makes you and what you are doing so important! Keep up the good work!

@Ian Burke That was a biggie for me too. Once someone said that, a light bulb switched on and never again. Recognizing my limitations was also a toughie. I see many youngsters not respecting their own mortality, getting in way too deep. Biggest, most powerful machine they can afford, as their first or second bike!? One mistake I didn't make, mainly because I was perpetually broke. LOL

@Ian Burke In the end, isn't that what it's all about - having fun 😁 Everyone - get your knees in the breeze, with something that you can build confidence with. Become one with your windsplitter!

Never been a pro but I dig long sleeve Ts and jeans. That being said, ther are a couple hybrid manufacturers that have created "jeans", that incorporate extra padding and reinforcement where needed and provisions for plates and shields for extra protection. I kinda dig those.

Yeh, yeh, I know but I am not talking in a competitive setting, unfortunately these days it's just recreational for me. In "my day", (ich) the "rider wear" was just dawning and very crude by today's standards.

I have a shop that needs a serious cleaning! 🧹 😔 How about you?

Happy Easter 🐰 🐣