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Motorcycle.

• kevindeasis 10y ago
  How long from when you've started led you to become part of the motorcycle community in your local area?
  • dmfdmf 10y ago
    My journey was a little atypical. I rode in college decades ago because the parking situation in my college town was dire. After college the need was gone so I stopped riding. I recently picked it back up for recreation and joined two motorcycle discussion forums BARF (bay area riders forum) for general/local riding info and stromtrooper.com for information about my specific bike. The community is very open and friendly but I don't hang out too much with other riders (my personal preference). I almost always ride alone and I ride for recreation (so I do not commute or use it as transportation). I find its a great way to clear my head because when you ride you have to be "in the moment" and put a hold on all your thoughts and troubles for a few hours. Its therapeutic. If you want to get started look into the rider training program for your state to get licensed, insured and to buy a bike. Even if you aren't in the SF Bay Area, BARF is a great place to start and get your questions answered. Cost is up to you but you can get into the hobby for less than $5000.