Comments on: Judy Sends in a Photo of Herself and New Burgie

By: Dorothy

Dorothy — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:30:33 +0000

Hi , Judy Beautiful bike! I am a 50 yo female. I have the same burgie 650 in black. I’m about your stature-I just wanted to warn you that the burgie is almost 600 pounds!!! Triple check the kick stand before you get off the bike! Make sure it is firmly in place on the ground on a level surface! I got off mine and the stand was not fully down I dropped the bike with me on it. Luckily I did’nt get hurt! A woman helped me up and we got the bike up. almost 1000.00 for a new paint job which came out perfect-right off the show room floor. I know the reason was because I was’nt wearing motor cycle boots and was a bit careless. I hope this story helps someone else. Safety First! Enjoy burgie, Dorothy

By: bigkoala

bigkoala — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:38:12 +0000

I’ve only had my Burgman 650 a few weeks, and am just learning about it. I just discovered that the gas gauge is not to be trusted, ran out of gas when I should have nearly a gallon, if the owners’ manual is to be believed. Clearly, it’s not.
Fortunately, I always carry a liter of gas in a camping fuel container.

And why doesn’t the owners’ manual say anything about the overdrive???
bigkoala@verizon.net

By: BurgWoman

BurgWoman — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:35:08 +0000

Hey again, Judy, I just read the comment Steve passed on about you passing the Rider Safety course…the weekend of my course it was 22 degrees…totally freezing cold, but I did it. I kept telling myself to suck it up and learn as much as I can, then I can continue to practice the skills I learned. I was prepared for the weather, but it was still very cold.

By: BurgWoman

BurgWoman — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:31:35 +0000

Hi Judy and Regina! I just found this site. I am a 46 year old girl who liked riding on the back of a bike o.k. but really started to enjoy the sport when I got my own burgman 400 to ride with my sons and husband! I did pass a motorcycle safety course the end of October and really enjoy my bike but I still struggle with some riding issues. First off, I am just under 5′3″ and can not flat foot the ground, even with a 2″ heal on a shoe. I guess my shortest area is from the hip down, longer trunk, and would love to find a way to flat foot, which would really help me, especially with backing up my bike. I am also still trying to gain confidence in tight cornering and counter stearing. My husband is checking into a person that can possibly trim some of the meat off of my seat to get my feet a little closer to the ground. Judy I love your bike! Mine is the same in a 400 with lots of colorful flower decals and a pink skull with a heart shaped nose, on the back! I also have a black helmet with some pink flowers to match! It gets lots of stares on the road! Have fun girls and write back if you have any suggestions for me:) Chriss

By: stan kohls

stan kohls — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 08:44:11 +0000

How do you ride the bike bolted to the floor of the trailer?
bk

By: Steve Rhode

Steve Rhode — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:12:03 +0000

Hey All,

I got an update from Judy I wanted to share.

Steve

Hi Everyone!!! After discussing it with my boyfriend, I decided to enroll in a cycle safety school. I’m proud to say that Sunday Nov. 22, I completed and graduated from the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program. It was a great experience and I learned so much.

The weather cooperated until Sunday afternoon and when we started the skills evaluation test it started to rain…alot!! Having never driven a shifting bike I had alot to learn but the shifting wasn’t as hard as I thought it would be!! The RiderCoaches were great and you could tell they really wanted everybody to succeed.

Anyone that has taken the course knows that parts of the skills test can be difficult and frustrating for a beginner like myself but I was determined to conquer it…especially the figure 8 inside the box!! The rain and 40 degree weather didn’t help!! But I made it and visited the DMV on Monday to recieve my Motorcycle Endorsement!!! Looking forward to gaining experience and having some fun now!!!

Judy

By: Steve Rhode

Steve Rhode — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:58:30 +0000

Judy,

I’m not all that far away from you. I’m in Raleigh. Maybe when you pass we can plan to meet and go for a ride. I’ve got my Wing now but my buddy Charles will bring his black Burgman.

Passing the class felt like a major milestone. Others have said the same thing.

Steve

By: Judy

Judy — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:59:52 +0000

Steve…thanks so much for the encouragement..I will be starting the class on Nov. 20th….it’s a 3 day class and if you pass you then get your endorsement on your license from the DMV….I’m sure you know that already….I can’t wait until I feel as comfortable as you do when you’re riding!! I live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of N. Carolina and you couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place to ride, especially on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Thanks again for your encouragement…wish me luck on Nov. 20th!!
Judy

By: Steve Rhode

Steve Rhode — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:19:55 +0000

I have just got to say that watching the progress of you Judy and reading the comments of others just reminds me that it is never to late to enjoy riding.

It takes guts to face the uncertain world and deal with the fears of riding, all new riders have them, I did. But the payoff is just so awesome.

I would much rather spend time on my motorcycle on the road than do just about anything else. For me, riding is my church and not only does it make me feel happy and warm but I meet the most incredible people riding.

Keep up the accomplishments, it only gets better.

Steve

By: Judy

Judy — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:59 +0000

Regina…I just signed up for the Motorcycle Safety Class today…also got my permit today…only missed one question and passed the eye test without my glasses….hooray!!!! Yes…I’m a bit scared too but we’ll both laugh about it someday…thanks for your comments…good luck to you too!!
Judy