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Should my girlfriend ride?
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[QUOTE="TexKDX, post: 150276, member: 16276"] A KX100 would let he stand flat-footed, a confidence booster. The KX100 also has a power valve which gives it more than just 20cc's worth of low end over an 80. To FC22's point, this lighter bike versus say a "starter" bike like the TTR250 or DR250 may make here alot more comfortable, especially considering her wingnut weight status. WHATEVER you put her on, get a spare throttle housing and drill it for a throttle stop screw. Nothing worse than throwing her weight back, accidently twisting on WFO, and losing control. Just take a good look at the housing and drill a hole in it in the right spot to put a little screw in it to stop the cable holder. 1/4 throttle is a good starting place. You can drill another hole at half throttle when she gets better, then 3/4. Also, for the first "ride", leave the motor off and push her around the block so she can get the feel for the brakes before she has to deal with them and the throttle. It may look stupid, but this is an effective technique for getting her started. When she is finally using the motor, be sure you are in an open area and there is nothing for her to hit. If there is one thing within 200 feet, she'll probably hit it. Finally, make sure she has decent gear on. Boots over the ankles, legs and arms covered (jeans and sweatshirt are OK), helmet and gloves. A simple tipover can get nasty if the bike lands on her and the exhaust or engine makes contact with her leg. Can she drive a stick shift car? Is she a sissy girl or a toughy girl? My wife is a sissy girl who thinks she is a toughy girl. 100 feet on a motorcycle was all it took to make the distinction for her unfortunately. Makes a decent passenger now though. [/QUOTE]
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