[Boozert2]

My name is Tina and I just began riding my own 2007 Blue 400 1.5 years ago. I've spent a lot of time riding with my husband on his 2010 Kawasaki 900 and decided it was time to ride my own bike. I'm looking forward to warmer weather to begin touring the country small bits at a time. Trips planned so far are Destin, FL in April and Maggie Valley in September.

 

[ChipDoc]

Welcome to the forum, Tina! Now that you've gotten some experience on that 400, you'll find that the collective experience of this place has the answers to all of those niggling questions which aren't found in the manual.

The road trips sound great! Destin's fun anytime, but if you're heading to Maggie Valley in September, NOW is the time to reserve a cabin. Glad to have you among us, Tina - it's great to have a fresh voice in the mix!

 

[misty'smom]

Welcome Tina,
Glad to have you on board. I ride a 2011 400 and my husband has a 2013 650. We are hoping to visit the Smokies this spring or maybe in the fall. We try to ride when ever the weather is decent. Bad weather is no fun, been there, done that.
Lots of good info and good people here on this site. Again, welcome. Stay safe.

 

[Liamjs]

Welcome to BUSA from sunny Los Angeles, CA.

 

[Desert Rat]

Welcome Tina. Glad you decided to join us.

 

[Bolzen]

Of course i'm glad of this join, however every such time makes me think that Burgie is not a very proper bike for me

 

[Maxfun]

Welcome Tina,
I used to live in Bama myself and I have been to both places. I think you will really love riding the smokies on your 400. While your in Maggie Valley look for a road all the "Rattle Snake". I found it by accident and really love it. It's a good road to ride.
I hope from your last comment that you are not having issues with the 400.
Steve

 

[Boozert2]

@ Maxfun - I'm not having any issues at all with my Burgie, that was another poster. I love my bike and it's been great learning to ride it. i've experienced a couple of issues in gravel and spent 6 months with a broken foot but that has not deterred me from getting back on. as soon as the weather here levels out around 60+ I'll be back on it as much as I can.

 

[model28a]

Of course i'm glad of this join, however every such time makes me think that Burgie is not a very proper bike for me

Bolzen, I don't understand why you made this comment ?

Boozert2, welcome to the best Burgman site on the web.

 

[Duster]

Boozert2....when you get to Destin/Ft. Walton Beach,
keep your eyes open for a couple of local Burgman riders.
There are 2 or 3 that I know of around there, plus a yellow
Helix.

 

[Bolzen]

Bolzen, I don't understand why you made this comment ?

You see, i feel more that is a girl bike and probably it really is. Sometimes i try not to think about this, but i could just be escaping from reality.

 

[bikersmurff]

Welcome Tina from sunny and hot gold coast Australia .My wife sold here 500 tmax and has gone back to a cruiser but she still loves my 650 Bergman

 

[Bolzen]

This is what i believe should be a men's bike:

 

[winginit]

Welcome Tina you have some great riding planed, the smokeys are one of my favorite destinations, Enjoy!

 

[tbb10785]

Tina,

Welcome to the forum. I'm new here too and purchased a 2004 400cc about 3 weeks ago. I'm OK with the 400 and don't have any ego issues I'm a grandfather now and I've had bigger motorcycles (and smaller) this one seems too work for us right now. Low price used and just big enough for 2-up riding.

My wife (married 30 years this May!) and I plan some trips to Maggie Valley this year. I work one week out of every month at a lumber yard on 276 just outside of Maggie. It would be great to meet you and your husband plus anyone else who visits Maggie. My evenings are usually free and not much to do except work. Once the weather breaks looks for a 400 Burgman in the parking lot.

Bruce (& Kelly)

 

[Chet_Benson]

Bolzen
"Of course i'm glad of this join, however every such time makes me think that Burgie is not a very proper bike for me"

What does this mean? I am confused.
http://burgmanusa.com/forums/members/16008-bolzen.html

 

[fernando]

welcome to the forums, enjoy your ride!

 

[Bolzen]

What does this mean? I am confused

Well, every girl that gets a B thus confirms that design is to their likings. Don't feel really at ease at such moments 'cause for example rare girl would consider a Super Tenere or KTM Adv. Same as me put on high heels or someth.

 

[Elkhound]

Of course i'm glad of this join, however every such time makes me think that Burgie is not a very proper bike for me

Why?

 

[Bolzen]

why what