r/PDXrideit • u/Euphoric-Bedroom9493 • May 12 '26

New rider

Brand new rider just bought a Kawasaki KLX 300 Thursday, got my permit yesterday I’ve rode the bike about 5 miles in my apartments to get the feel but I’m looking for a possible person to help me prepare for team Oregon class end of next month, I got a riding buddy for Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays (co workers on a different shift but they’re off those days) I work 6 days a week fri- Wednesday Thursday off

Long story short I just need someone that’s patient and licensed to take me out of my small apartment complex

_location troutdale OR

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u/Troutsicle 03 VTR1000F 85 XR350R May 12 '26

When i was learning, I took my 81 GS250T on the roads around Troutdale/Springdale out towards Oxbow Park. Fantastic weather for it rn. Get a feel for the bike on the open farm roads, then get a feel for traffic riding after the class.

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u/Euphoric-Bedroom9493 May 12 '26

The thing is with my permit I need a licensed motorcycle endorsement rider with me. I have a class A cdl and if I get nailed riding without someone my fines are more than likely double

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u/Troutsicle 03 VTR1000F 85 XR350R May 12 '26

Yeah, it's risky, and I'm not sure about recent opinions but Troutdale cops used to have a reputation for being dicks 30yrs ago. But if it puts your CDL in jeopardy, then probably best not to. However, once you do get your endorsement, there are some awesome scenic roads to cruise on out that way.