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I came across this YouTube channel last night and watched episode one. Really enjoyed it!

Thanks for all the feedback! @Brillot2000, I'm returning to riding after a very long break. I'm 54, got my license at 18 and rode for a few years. I sold my last 2 bikes, a '72 Norton Roadster Combat and a '78 DR370, 30 years ago. I've ridden friends' bike very occasionally over the years. I/we...

Thanks! I'm still fairly new to SoCal and still finding my way around.

Wondering if anyone can recommend a retailer in the LA area for helmet, gloves, jacket, pants etc? I know Chaparral is out in San Bernardino. Is there anything closer with good selection and prices? Thanks K

@agia, I'll likely by a used bike privately. I think the trailer's the way to go. I do like the delivery idea though!

That's an excellent suggestion. Thanks. BTW @pismocycleguy, I camped 2 nights at the Pismo off-road beach with the family last year. Awesome place to watch the machines go by, terrible place to camp if you don't have the obligatory toy hauler and all the toys to go with.:D

I'm hoping to be buying a bike soon. Odds are it'll be an hour + from home and I'm wondering about getting it home. I see cheap ($100) hitch carriers with a 500 lb rating available. Anyone have experience with these? Thanks K

Thanks for the excellent feedback! It's price that has brought me back around to looking at the NC but I think it's the better bike for me anyway. It's been 30 years since I've owned a bike. Last two were a Norton Commando and a DR370. Hoping to have a new ride to post photos of in the coming...

Can I ask why you gave up your v-strom (and was it the 1000 or the wee)?. I'm looking to get back on a bike after decades. I've been a bit obsessed over the idea of a wee but realize now I can save some cash on a NC700. The only thing that throws me is the discussion of the rev limiter.