Motorcycle Beginner: 2011 Honda CBR250R Newbie Review

[Sir_Angus]

Originally Posted by Dr_Sprocket

I had a pair just like these, when I was in the Air Force. The were a P.I.T.A. to break in and polish for inspection. Blech! I much preferred these:
Army Style Speedlace Combat Boots, Leather Upper

Or, these:
New Altama Black Military Combat Boots
(Of course, I know these don't offer as much protection for motorcycling.)

I usually chose something in a summer weight with a textile upper when my unit did the annual boot purchasing. But side-zip boots we're always my favorite! No choice anymore for AF; just blue moss in no-polish suede. Kids these days have it so easy. LOL

As for this debate about bright colors vs. stealth black, here's my $0.02 ... Cars hit each other thousands (if not millions) of times every day. If a driver isn't paying attention they'll hit you no matter what you're wearing. So protect yourself and ride defensively!

I ride everyday, rain or shine, in Miami. My bike is ferarri red with loud drag pipes. I wear a red/black jacket with reflective piping and a red/chrome helmet. I'm confident driver's know I'm there, but "quick reaction" situations come up almost daily. That's why I make it my responsibility to be a better operator than those around me.

Great job, Dennis, showing other new riders how to do it right! Hopefully, some were paying attention and will follow your example.

[Beer Baron]

In regards to the fuel gauge, did you have the bike on the side stand when you parked it overnight? I know with my 650 Honda that the fuel gauge will read differently after sitting for some time if the bike is on the side stand versus the centerstand. Nothing really wrong with the gauge just that the fuel is not sitting level against the sensor when the bike is parked on the side stand.

Nice first ride report!