Quote Originally Posted by axa View Post
38t eh? how much do you weight?
Im almost 160lb, and I almost feel like i could just throw out 1st gear, if not 2nd also...
I also find myself constantly find myself looking for 6th and cant believe its not there...
a sprocket change is all but necessary, after i get comfortable on this thing.

Speaking of which, I find myself clenching the grips way hard subconsciously fearing the front end to buck. You really feel everything with these springers.
Honestly I don't think i like it so far...
I dont recall feeling on edge when riding my NSR it was always a pleasure.
But i dont know if it is maturity or great wisdom but i cant let myself feel quite that relaxed anymore, and I believe its the springers are a major reason for this....
Im a noob biker so I used to do the deathgrip thing on my DF as well. Messed with my hand as I lost feeling and my hands would fall asleep. I loosened up a bit and problem solved.

Your not new to bikes so I feel better about my own mistake. But just FYI, foam grip covers are almost a must on this bike. Best upgrade so far and I wish I had them a year ago.