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Hey Guys and Gals, just figured I'd introduce myself to the boards. A little about myself; My Name is Marcus, I'm 32, in the Army, Military Police (and Dog Handler) for the past 13.5 years, currently stationed in Hawaii and just bought my 1st bike ever (04 ZX10R) .....(I know I know), and I've got about 2500 miles of my own on her. I was looking at getting a new 650R originally but I let a riding buddy of mine talk me into the 10 after he harped on me telling me I'd outgrow the 650 quickly. Immature decision, probably, but overall I'm happy with the bike. I do know the opinions of guys (like me) that start out on a bike this big, but I think I'm more than mature enough to keep it humble. I do realize it's a lot of bike for a new rider, but like I said, I'm happy with it. Side note, I've also ensured that I got all the training I could get on this thing too, MSF beginner and advaced courses, along with a small track day with a team of instructors from the California Superbike School.
I also just picked up an 01 R6 for my girl. She wanted to ride too and definately has more experience under her belt than I do, but hasn't rode in about 7 years due to an accident she had on one which pinned her between two cars. She came out ok, but it's really hard for her to ride on her own (mentally), so we're taking it slow. Either way, I've put a few hundred mies on that one also. Matter of fact, I think that one is a little harder to ride than the 10, but what do I know.
Anyway, just wanted to say what's up and I'm more prepared for the comments about a new guy on a 10 so fire away
The kids
Guys night out (great bunch of guys by the way)
I also just picked up an 01 R6 for my girl. She wanted to ride too and definately has more experience under her belt than I do, but hasn't rode in about 7 years due to an accident she had on one which pinned her between two cars. She came out ok, but it's really hard for her to ride on her own (mentally), so we're taking it slow. Either way, I've put a few hundred mies on that one also. Matter of fact, I think that one is a little harder to ride than the 10, but what do I know.
Anyway, just wanted to say what's up and I'm more prepared for the comments about a new guy on a 10 so fire away
The kids


Guys night out (great bunch of guys by the way)
