New Spyder Owner in NH!

**Blake33** · 03-30-2013, 08:58 AM

Hi, all. Signed the papers for a new (leftover) 2012 Spyder RT-Limited yesterday! Haven't ridden a motorcycle in almost 40 years and can't wait to pick up the Spyder next week. Trouble is, I let my driver's license endorsement expire years ago so am planning to get a M/C learner's permit on Monday (April Fool's day, of course!). I'm studying both the Spyder owner's manual plus the NH M/C written test manual this weekend, so am experiencing a degree of "mental overload", but if I can pull it off I'll be riding next week. Can't recall being this excited since I was a kid five days before Christmas!

This is a great site and I've learned a lot over the past few days. You're a great bunch of folks!

Don

**SPYD1** · 03-30-2013, 08:59 AM

**Saluda** · 03-30-2013, 09:02 AM

Welcome & enjoy.

**Chupaca** · 03-30-2013, 09:04 AM

Welcome to both worlds...spyder lovers and roadster ryding..don't worry it will come back to you. Not much different than the car test. The excitement never ends so enjoy..!!

**Daisyjoe** · 03-30-2013, 09:16 AM

Congratulations and welcome to a world of fun. Hope you enjoy your Spyder!!

**Zygos** · 03-30-2013, 09:24 AM

Congratulations neighbor!

**murphybrown** · 03-30-2013, 09:26 AM

Congratulations and welcome the fun is just beginning.

**PrairieSpyder** · 03-30-2013, 09:28 AM

Welcome to the Spyderverse!

**Bob Denman** · 03-30-2013, 09:32 AM

Welcome to our family!

Now... we need to see some pics!

**Harley** · 03-30-2013, 09:36 AM

Originally Posted by Winni-Laker

Hi, all. Signed the papers for a new (leftover) 2012 Spyder RT-Limited yesterday! Haven't ridden a motorcycle in almost 40 years and can't wait to pick up the Spyder next week. Trouble is, I let my driver's license endorsement expire years ago so am planning to get a M/C learner's permit on Monday (April Fool's day, of course!). I'm studying both the Spyder owner's manual plus the NH M/C written test manual this weekend, so am experiencing a degree of "mental overload", but if I can pull it off I'll be riding next week. Can't recall being this excited since I was a kid five days before Christmas!

This is a great site and I've learned a lot over the past few days. You're a great bunch of folks!

Don

MANY MILES AND SMILES AHEAD !

**spydaman60** · 03-30-2013, 10:11 AM

Originally Posted by Winni-Laker

Hi, all. Signed the papers for a new (leftover) 2012 Spyder RT-Limited yesterday! Haven't ridden a motorcycle in almost 40 years and can't wait to pick up the Spyder next week. Trouble is, I let my driver's license endorsement expire years ago so am planning to get a M/C learner's permit on Monday (April Fool's day, of course!). I'm studying both the Spyder owner's manual plus the NH M/C written test manual this weekend, so am experiencing a degree of "mental overload", but if I can pull it off I'll be riding next week. Can't recall being this excited since I was a kid five days before Christmas!

This is a great site and I've learned a lot over the past few days. You're a great bunch of folks!

Don

from an old nh native, welcome to the spyder world!

with that handle looks like you must live on lake winnapasaukee!(I know it's spelled wrong, but that never was my strong suit)

**jimclarkf1** · 03-30-2013, 10:17 AM

have you thought about SPYDERFEST 4 in 3 1/2 weeks, there will be plenty comming from your area.

**SPYDER Mike** · 03-30-2013, 10:17 AM

**harrypottar** · 03-30-2013, 11:00 AM

, from a fellow New/Old Englander

harry

**d.o.spyder-rts** · 03-30-2013, 11:08 AM

on your new spyder and

to the spyder web. Dale

**DynamoBT** · 03-30-2013, 11:39 AM

M.O.S.T. inc, in NH offers the MSF 3 wheeled course for license endorsement. I took the class last year. You can take it on your own Spyder. Two days and you are endorsed!!! Welcome and congratulations on your new ride!!!

**Woody** · 03-30-2013, 11:39 AM

Welcome, if you haven't already done so, one great learning opportunity is "do's and Don'ts for new Spyder Owners" . Click FAQ And search for it.
I would provide a link if I knew how using TapaTalk.

**ARtraveler** · 03-30-2013, 02:38 PM

and

on the new ryde.

Recommend putting the time into the NH license manual until you pass the exam. Then, go to the RT manual. That way you will not run into overload problems. For the test--learn it THEIR (NH's) way.

**Blake33** · 03-31-2013, 08:49 AM

Originally Posted by Woody

Welcome, if you haven't already done so, one great learning opportunity is "do's and Don'ts for new Spyder Owners" . Click FAQ And search for it.
I would provide a link if I knew how using TapaTalk.

Thanks for that tip, Woody! I found the post and have printed it out. Great info., especially for a newbie like me.

Don

**SporterSpider** · 03-31-2013, 08:58 AM

on the new ryde. No more boring weekends now. Let the miles and smiles begin!

Ride Safe & Long. Have a great one!

**Blake33** · 03-31-2013, 09:05 AM

Originally Posted by akspyderman

and

on the new ryde.

Recommend putting the time into the NH license manual until you pass the exam. Then, go to the RT manual. That way you will not run into overload problems. For the test--learn it THEIR (NH's) way.

That's what I'm devoting this weekend to. Studied both the regular NH driver's manual and the MSF Motorcycle Manual all day yesterday and took the practice tests at driving-tests.org. Am doing the same thing today ... reminds me of when I was in school, cramming for a final exam! I did fine on the practice tests last night, so with another day of studying the two manuals today - and taking the practice tests again - I should do OK.

Why am I cramming this weekend?? I'm going to take the real M/C permit test tomorrow at the NH DMV, and will hopefully come home with my permit. Also, NH offers 3-day motorcycle training classes every week starting in mid-April, and I've registered for one. Haven't been assigned a date yet, but taking that class will automatically result in my M/C endorsement (assuming I don't flunk the class!

)

Thanks for the advice.

Don

**Blake33** · 03-31-2013, 09:11 AM

Many thanks for the warm welcome, everyone! My wife's now calling me "Spyderman" (real original, huh?!!), and although we're both in our mid-sixties we feel like kids again. Can't wait till the new RT is in our driveway ... should only be a few days now.

Again, thanks for the welcome and for the tips and advice. This is a terrific forum!

Don

**NHSpyderman** · 05-21-2013, 08:23 PM

hey , Farmington NH here, new owner, looking for a riding partner, let me know if you wanna ride sometime. Shoot me a message ! Bryan

**kawakii** · 05-21-2013, 10:31 PM

We live in Pembroke NH and love our Spyder

Congrats on yours !

**4ffun** · 05-22-2013, 01:11 AM

from one new owner to another~~enjoy the ryde!! Congratulations!!

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