..time to get to use to it..

[Ecc0]

..im wondering, how much time would be considered a 'normal' for person who never owned big bike, to get use to something like BMW R 1200 GS Adventure, in order to comfortably and without issues join other folks during gathering, convoy or some touring ??

 

[bmwky]

IMO....it is a bit subjective. To get used to the bike and be able to operate it properly may take less than one month. I have known cases of ppl who had never ride a bike, bought a 500cc cruiser, learned it on the spot and rode home.
However, to really master the bike properly at all speed and road conditions takes time (from 1 month to more than 10 years even for some ppl). You may have to learn to discard you built-in "leaning phobia" and to trust your bike. It really depends on how fast you get comfortable with the bike, and not make "stupid' mistakes when starting out. Frequent riding helps a lot.

But everyone have to start somewhere. Go ahead and get the bike, learn to handle it and as a beginner always ride it at 70%-80% your current capability, and you will be fine to join convoys and gatherings. best wishes to you.

 

[UnoS]

for a beginner ride a bike within your skill limit not at your bike limit.... need time to master the gyroscopic machine... I still learning although have ridden bike for more than 15 years and big bike for more than 6 years.

 

[enkil]

Just buy it and find out bro. It make take some time but you will have fun. Cheers

 

[enkil]

this was my first long distance ride to Krabi. Look at my frens on the super. They still manage