I just bought my first bike and took the motorcycle safety class about a month ago. I bought an older Honda CX500 Custom (I got a great deal) until I find my dream bike. I made my first road trip on Saturday with a group of friends. The ride was about 2 hours down and 2 hours back. I loved it! I have been on the back of bikes for years, but there is nothing like riding your own bike! I am looking for more road time, but I would rather ride with experienced riders. I live in the Baltimore area. I have friends that ride, but they can't spend all their time with me. lol
If I ride with more than one person they always put me in the middle. Latley I have been only riding with one friend. Is it better to be in the front or in the back when I am riding with just one other person? I am getting very comfortable riding, and I am getting plenty of riding time.
Good luck and welcome. Glad to see you took a rider safety course, everyone should, including those who like to hold on from the back. Stay safe and keep the rubber side down.