Quote Originally Posted by Pandora-11 View Post
I still don't feel qualified to hit the streets with traffic.
Remember that the aim of the course is to teach you how to safely operate the bike and plant the seeds of what to do in an emergency. The only way to make sure that the lessons stick is to get out on the bike and ride it. Taking the course doesn't make you a great rider if you never practice any of the lessons or get a chance to apply the knowledge directly to real life situations. You're always going to be nervous on your first street rides, first highway rides, first canyon rides, first rides with traffic, etc. We've all been there and just about all of us were nervous too. The best thing to do is get as much seat time as you can, build up your confidence, and then throw yourself into the fire. All the practice and lessons in the world will still leave you nervous your first time!