First Harley - Sportster - on a whim

To the OP, do you have a bike endorsement on your d/l? If not I wish you luck passing the current test...those cones are a true mother effer. You may want to look into one of the classes....I know one of them down in AZ if you past the course you did not need to go take the riding test...or at least you did not have to a while back. If you would like to talk to someone about getting a more comfortable seat let me know, I will give you Lonny's info.

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I'm planning to do a course at the local Harley shop. No test required by DOT when I pass that. I've been practising figure 8s on the driveway, I'm down to about a 30' by using the choke to up the idle a little, makes clutch feathering much easier.

As for pipes, seat etc, I'll want to ride it a while before deciding on anything. I may want a 2 up so I can take my wife and grandkids for short rides.

I'm reading a great book called "Proficient Motorcycling" right now, getting educated on safety. I intend to be very cautious, not too interested in freeway riding or long trips but we are close enough we should plan a ride together next summer.