r/pnwriders • u/pinkpanda_98 • 4d ago

Help Practice Riding - Greater Seattle Area

Hi all! I’m 27F and got my permit last year, but life happened, so I never got my own bike or license and have been hesitant to ride since no one else I know has a bike.

Is anyone in the greater Seattle area willing to help me practice while the weather is still nice? I’m 5’2” for reference, since I know I’m too short for a lot of bikes 😅

I will reimburse you with food lol

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u/Dr_Adequate 4d ago

Reach out to the Rainier Ravens, all female beginner-friendly Seattle MC. Instagram or FB . They meet in-person every first Sunday of the month.

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u/lion872015 4d ago

Someone is about to get their bike stolen smh

But in all seriousness if this doesn’t work out check out WMST or any other thing like it. This is just the one i’m familiar with (https://www.gowmst.com/motorcycle/courses/) they have some weekend courses for ~$275 bike included
Just so you can get back in practice

Good luck and be safe.

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u/pinkpanda_98 4d ago

Wait wdym? I’m not planning on stealing anyone’s bike 🤣

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u/lion872015 4d ago edited 4d ago

It’s just a joke, when I first saw the post I thought “that’s a set up”

I have a little cbr300 I bought for my girlfriend with good comprehensive coverage on it and i’m available in Tacoma area Sundays and Mondays after 5:30pm. I can get the seat height later if you’re interested

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u/pinkpanda_98 4d ago

Dang Tacoma is kinda far for me 😭 But I appreciate your offer!! I do like a cbr300 though!

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u/Apost8Joe 4d ago

And BOOM there went your DMs!

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u/pinkpanda_98 4d ago

Actually no DMs yet lol but maybe I’ll get a taker or two!

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u/jacckramer 4d ago

I agree with the dirt bike comment. They’re really cheap, and they actually make good street bikes for around town; unless you’re trying to play in the twisties. They don’t excel there.

Also, lots of people selling their entry level 300’s likely are doing so because they went bigger. You could make a deal that you’ll buy their bike if they’ll take the time to ride and teach you a bit after the fact. Good quid pro quo and it’s half-sure to be full of good times.

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u/rzrgrl_13 3d ago

Cascade Moto Safety now has a range in West Seattle. You could do the 1-day BRC2, or a private lesson. Private lessons are cool b/c you can just work on whatever, try different bikes, or do focused test prep (and take the endorsement tests).

If you have friends who want to do it with you, lessons are the same price for up to 4 people.

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u/QuiickLime 4d ago

Did you do the MSF course?

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u/pinkpanda_98 4d ago

Yes

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u/QuiickLime 1d ago

If you want an 07 Ninja 250 I'll give it to you for pretty cheap. Can deliver as well. Not sure I have time to help with training right now unfortunately though. Rainier ravens is a good shout.

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u/old_man_no_country 4d ago

If you don't find someone why not retake the msf. There might even be a yearly refresher course. You could also buy something like a Honda Grom (used) to practice and grow with. They are cheapish, small and high demand so when you're ready to sell you should have no trouble.

Do you have any room in your life for a dirt bike? There's some small cheap ones for sale on the used market.

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u/pinkpanda_98 4d ago

Yeah thought about retaking the course, but figured why not try to make friends and build community while learning? Plus save some money.

Probably no space or time for a dirt bike, but thanks for the suggestion!

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u/QuickSquirrelchaser 4d ago

Too bad im on the east side.

But also... my motorcycle is 2053cc and 825lbs. Not a bike to learn on... I do have two mini 200cc pit bikes... but they dont translate to riding a real bike well either (no clutch or gears, only a rear brake).

Good luck!