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- gabe0
there's a right way to do things and a wrong way; then there's the absolutely fucking insane way. i think you know which category you fall into ;)
the right way would be buying a beater, a street legal dirtbike, or even a brand new shiny SV650. the wrong way would be buying an expensive italian sportbike, but something like an entry level monster, or even a 748 or 749.
well, with all that said, enough preaching from me!
congrats on your new purchase...you now own one of the sweetest bikes on the road ;)
i know the ducs are hard to resist. i have a 749, a 999s, and am about to pick up a S4Rs soon.
be careful on that beast. the brakes are just incredible. it's engine braking is so extreme, cutting the throttle is like grabbing a handful of brake.
the only things i'd say that carry over from your previous driving/racing experience is increased reaction time, a habit of looking far through turns, and proper lines. otherwise, the two don't have a whole lot in common.
my best advice is to invest in quality gear. most duc riders sport dainese (expensive but pricey for a reason.) when it comes to gear you get what you pay for.
anyway, enjoy the bike and above all ride safe!
:)