Yep, the only prior motorcycle experience I've had was on a little 2 stroke Yamaha rt 100 when I was younger. That bike never seemed to lock up to my memory which made me question this one.
Right now I'm just riding the hawk as a dirtbike. It's actually my brother's bike and he will likely keep using it mostly on dirt. He's letting me use it a bit to get practice until the tt250 arrives. I've discovered I'm not that great at riding yet and I can take an MSF course close to home so I'll probably sign up.
Thanks for all the help!
