Congratulations lugnut, and well done! You knew I would think this way. As far as whether to lead or follow? I guess that is all personal. I have never, nor do I still want to lead. I am geographically challenged and I can lead, but would much rather ride behind. I think as long as she understands that she is to always, and I mean always no matter what, to ride her own ride, you are not likely to take a couple of corners and leave her behind. I slow down where I want to, and take off when I want to, because I know that my husband won't take a corner and leave me. But riding her own ride... that is absolutely wonderful. It will be good for both of you. Good choices on the detach windshield and engine guard, and if you get her someway to carry something of her own - an extra coat, pair of gloves, wallet, goggles kind of thing, she will feel even more independant. I drove around Fort Myer for at least a month before striking out on the city streets. She will be fine. I asked MrWe what reccomendations he would give, and he said to try and let her figure some things out on her own. He drove himself crazy trying to impart a years worth of experience on me verbally. Some things just have to be learned on your own. I'd stick close to her in the beginning, especially till she learns how to not grab a whole handfull of front brakes because someone starts to back out of their driveway or something. She will do fine.
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