Calling all Slowpokes!!

[BikerGoddess]

Although I don't ride a  [moto] or even a Duc (and being engaged to the owner of 3 Ducs doesn't count), I'm a proud scooter-riding slowpoke!! I know there are slowpokes out there who don't feel comfortable or confident enough to join group rides. It's no wonder you rarely see wives/girlfriends/significant others on the MOB group rides. I want to create rides (not just a one-time event) for newbies and lifetime slowpokes like myself who are tired of feeling like they're holding up rides--which really isn't true no matter how hard we try to convince ourselves. This will be an environment for riders to build confidence and skills at their own pace. Check out the Facebook group page (hey, it's trendy but it works).

In order to have a safe and fun ride there are a few requirements:

• M1 license endorsement or permit. I'll plan a few rides that don't involve highways so M1 permit holders (and highway avoiders) can join in.
• Street legal, insured scooter or motorcycle 150cc or above in good and safe running condition; limited highway riding will be involved on some rides (State law requires a minimum of 150cc engine).
• Stitch or leather motorcycle/scooter jacket and pants, boots, gloves, and most importantly (duh!), a DOT-approved helmet. I used to work at the Dainese Store so I'm happy to offer helpful advice about safety gear.

[desmoquattro]

I wanna go...

[BikerGoddess]

I wanna go...

I think you'd be bored to tears. 

[desmoquattro]

I think you'd be bored to tears. 

I wasn't bored to tears yesterday. 25mph on a Ducati is fun too. Especially when you know it could just as easily have been 125mph in the same turn

[mattv]

I'm always up for a slowpoke ride.  Do you have a date in mind?

[Michael Moore]

Great idea BG!

[mostrobelle]

Tell ya what...I'm not sure if I'm part of the group that you're advertising to, but I like the thinking.  I'll help you herd cats once in a while if you'd like a hand.  I'll sweep, lead, just hang out, or go home.  Your deal, so you make the rules.  G'luck!   

[jimboecv]

How about me and D.Q. cupcake on a Zundapp?  That'll be sloooooooooooo....

I guess I'm saying I'll help if I can.

[BikerGoddess]

How about me and D.Q. cupcake on a Zundapp?  That'll be sloooooooooooo....

It wouldn't be as pretty a sight as the chick in the ad but it would be totally worth the laughs to see you guys cupcaking.

[somegirl]

Sounds like a good idea, I'll probably be pretty slow whenever I do finally get back on a bike.

[Juan]

I think I am in for this one too..!! 

[ducati_tim]

I joined the FB group. I am looking forward to the first crawl

[slower than...]

........ I know there are slowpokes out there who don't feel comfortable or confident enough to join group rides. ........

You rang?   

Slow rides are good for me.  Slow AND short rides are even better (my bike is truly a torture rack to ride).   

[rafa]

Can I join on my Puch?It can handle 30mph.

[desmoquattro]

Can I join on my Puch?It can handle 30mph.

The pace would be fine...but I think BikerGoddess has had it up to here with Puch bikes