Tires and Chicken Strips

[Neil955i]

What hairs! 
My Kenda's after 130 miles.  Still breaking in the engine, but know some nice, dry, grippy bends near me 

[Neil955i]

...and the front

[DanH]

... but most of us will push it in the twisties because that's where the sheer enjoyment in motorcycling is to be found ...

Judging from the photos, you've had some sheer enjoyment lately.

[Neil955i]

Getting better!  I'm pushing up to 6,000 rpm now (as per Kymco UK advice, i.e. keep below 7.5K) which equates to 60 mph on a dead throttle so am now able to swing it into the twisties at something like optimum speed/lean angle.  Really getting to like this XT300, it is promising a great summer next year!

[CROSSBOLT]

If I had to give one piece of advice to a new rider it would be this.  Don't ever stop learning or trying to improve your riding skills.  I've been riding for 39 years and I have never stopped trying to improve my skills. 

I'm often amazed by people who have told me that they have been riding XX years but it's obvious that they can't ride for sh**.  Don't be that guy.  Everyone starts out with no experience.  Not everyone becomes a competent rider.  Taking the MSF is a good start.  Remember, it's just a start.

Oh yeah, don't forget to have fun!

Kinda like the difference between a pilot and an aviator, wouldn't you say?