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i am a 1st time busa owner. never rode a sport bike, mostly harleys. i'm 60 years old. here are some tips and mods that helped me. mods: lowered bike,1.25 genmar risers,buell peg mod. tip: unlike touring or cruisers you do not "ride" a sport bike- you become part of the bike! big tip- squeeze the tank with your knees-this really helps. hope this helps somebody new like me.

 

[heavybusa]

Short and sweet!

I'm still not squeezing the tank properly, the only thing I would add is take the MSF course!

 

[katman]

+1 on the MSF, be safe have fun.

 

[hbr]

Good info. Congrats and welcome.

 

[LadyHawk]

and Congrats!

 

[VaBusa]

Congrats on the new Busa, post some pics when you can and welcome to the oRg!!!

 

[hayadooin]

Great tip on taking the MSF course heavybusa. I have been riding for 30 years and I took the course after moving to California. It's a great refresher course. Don't be too proud or think that this is only for beginners.................

 

[rockadaous]

congrats. MSF courses always add something to your box of tricks. Never to old to learn . have fun and be safe with your new toy

 

[dadofthree]

Enjoy and be safe

 

[BigBSBusa]

Congrats! Pics are a must.

 

[DaCol.]

and Congrads