Hi all.....

New kid on the block - in more than one sense. New to the site and also new to the whole Monster world.

I'm due to buy a bike at the end of this month and was sold on the idea of a new Bonneville but while at the dealers spotted a VERY tidy M900 on an R plate and it was love at first sight....... deposit paid pending a test ride next weekend.

Any wise words of advice prior to taking a first ride on.....

1/ an italian bike
2/ a V twin
3/ bike with a dry clutch.

Incidentally, the mileage is around the £12k mark - the dealer will carry out full service and belt change prior to sale. Already got new tyres, chain / sprockets etc.

Anything else I should be looking for??

Looking forward to getting the bike on the road and hey, maybe meet up with some of you guys.

Thanks in advance.

Gordon