What is a good bike to start off with. I was going to get a used bike from the 80s to learn how to ride . After that i want to buy a Honda CHR600RR

What is a good bike to start off with. I was going to get a used bike from the 80s to learn how to ride . After that i want to buy a Honda CHR600RR

Originally posted by DjGO
What is a good bike to start off with. I was going to get a used bike from the 80s to learn how to ride . After that i want to buy a Honda CHR600RR

Look for a Kawasaki Ninja 250R. It's got all the features and feel of a sportbike, but without the power. Great for practicing. Plus, they're cheap enough that you could get a late 90's even 2000's model for around 2g's and not worry about riding a ruster from the 80's.

that RR is a good bike, i want the black and silver one...it's rated really high this year, and supposedly faster than the Gixxer 600...also, i compare that bike the RX-8 since the torque is a little lower than other bikes in it's class and is why it's a bike you need to rev to get moving...

my next door neighbor is selling his 99 Ducati supersport...i don't know how many cc's or how much since he just put it up yesterday...it's really nice, all red

cbr was my first bike. nice to learn on. you can find early 90's cbr for like 3k-5k

The honda 600rr is a great bike I ride the 1000rr .

However im glad that you realize you need to learn on another bike.
Even though its a 600 it can still do the 1/4 mile around the high 10 sec range =VERY fast and way to much power for a noobie ,no offence just a fact .

I recomend starting with a kawi 250r
Its a smaller displacment bike ,also a 4 stroke (the power band is tame and managable )
Engine: Four-stroke, DOHC, 8-valve parallel twin
Displacement: 248cc

Dry weight: 304 lbs.

Fuel capacity: 4.8 gal.

Colors: Metallic Nocturne Blue/Pearl Chateau Gray, Galaxy Silver/Ebony, Pearl Chrome Yellow/Pearl Chateau Gray


Above all no matter what bike you buy take a riders training class some will provide a bike to ride.
Riding a motorcyle is no joke you alway have to be on you're toes when you ride .

best of luck and be safe :)

A great starter bike for the stree is a Yamaha Seca II. Great collage comuter and handles 2 up easily.

Then I think the CHR600RR is a great bike, but the Yamaha R6 is easier to ride in the street. In both can get you in trouble real quick if you are not careful. You should consider a rider course.

How tall are you?

If you are tall - you might want to look at a bigger single dual-sport as a first bike - like a KLR650, DR650, NX650 etc...

If you are comfortable on smaller bikes - consider the following:

EX250 (Ninja 250), EX500 (Ninja 500), GS500.

My first bike was an EX500 - great bike with lots of power - but it was a little too small (physically) for me, so after a year I replaced it with a NX650.

Ron.

A friend of mine is an EMT. He said in "the business" they refer to motorcycles as "donorcycles". Think about that.

i know im going to take a course to learn how to ride a bike. i just oicked up teh book at the dmv. i am a very determined person when i want something i will get it. I ws thinking ill sell my rx8 get a bike and mazda 3. but it would be hard to get rid of my 8

yes i know. but i always loved bikes i wont be a jackass driviong it. heck i have a car for that. lol I know what you mean though my boyfriend crashed someone cut him off and he slid at 80 mph in a tang top and shorts. he nearly died. BUt ever since he rode me on his bike i have been in love with them.

Originally posted by BRx8
that RR is a good bike, i want the black and silver one...it's rated really high this year, and supposedly faster than the Gixxer 600...also, i compare that bike the RX-8 since the torque is a little lower than other bikes in it's class and is why it's a bike you need to rev to get moving...

my next door neighbor is selling his 99 Ducati supersport...i don't know how many cc's or how much since he just put it up yesterday...it's really nice, all red


? off topic here are you a guy or girl? because i might be gay but that girl in your sig is very pretty.

back on topic now. I want to get a used peace of crap bike for 1000 just to learn then i will get the bike i want. i saw some on ebay

my friend just got this bike
its his first, he never rode a bike once
he is loving it

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=31277

Originally posted by DjGO
yes i know. but i always loved bikes i wont be a jackass driviong it.

I started on a dirt bike then a street bike and then an FZR. I said the same thing about not driving it fast but once you get comfortable it's hard not too. Plus, it is fun even though it's dangerous.

The biggest probplem is the other drivers out there. Take a course and learn how to ride correctly.

For a first bike get something light that fits you well. An FZR, Seca, Ninja 500, Katana 600 or other similar class bike is a good start.


Don't skimp on equipement! Wear the correct protection. It drives me nuts to see people ride in a t-shirt and shorts. I've laid bikes down and I've watched others lay them down too. If you get a bike, someday you WILL lay it down. The difference from walking away and a trip to the ER can be wearing the right stuff.

Get one with a side car, man. That's what I want. Like a '50's BMW with a sidecar.

to the idot that was riding the bike without the proper gear....."tank top"....you get what you ask for.

If you insist on riding a bike, remember that just because helmets are not mandatory in some states doesn't mean they're optional. People who ride without the proper safety gear are idiots.

Originally posted by jtimbck2
If you insist on riding a bike, remember that just because helmets are not mandatory in some states doesn't mean they're optional. People who ride without the proper safety gear are idiots.

Damn straight!

DjGo I'm going to reiterate everything everyone has said here, and what I've said on other threads regarding this subject:

Do not buy a bike until you have taken a motorcycle safety course, passed, and got your license. After that, buy yourself a decent used bike like the Kawasaki Ninja 250 or EX 500 (my first bike). At the same time get yourself a good helmet -- don't skimp!. Also, buy yourself a good set of riding gear - leather or condora jacket, gloves, pants, boots or shoes specifically for riding. Practice, practice, practice.

If you're gonna ride, do it right the first time. You may not get a second chance.

BE SAFE! Have fun!

thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.

Originally posted by DjGO
thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.

awww.... there goes my fantasy :P

Originally posted by DjGO
thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.

I went riding with a few guys on a Sunday morning. The one guy said "Should I wear my gloves?" The rest of us had ours on so he decided to wear his. Five minutes and 3 miles later he lost control of his bike right in front of me. I watched him slide right into a guardrail. He was pretty banged up but NO cuts or open wounds. His riding jacket and gloves had some nice gashes in them.

All great suggestions thus far, Get rid of the 8...R U crazy? Not mentioned is the Honda Nighthawks, very comfortable and easy to ride as well as the Katana line from Suzuki. I personally recommend you start on a 500cc (older bike) and get your feet wet (confidence and experience) before going with a performance bike which can be a bit tricky for unseasoned riders (just check the mishap reports in your daily papers). I do have good news however, I just traded my old VMAX in for a new FZ1 and saved nothing on my insurance rate :p

http://www.mini2.com/gallery/personal/katnkevin/36210_thumb.jpg

Originally posted by RX8Bliss
awww.... there goes my fantasy :P

hey if you really want to see ill show ya. LOL.............................Should i where shorts or a thong.



J/k

If you can find one, an FZR400 would be great to use to graduate into a CBR600. Or a 89-93 FZR 600. IMO a Ninja 250 will help you learn to ride but jumping from that to a CBR will be a rude awakening.

And what everybody else said... take riding lessons and buy good bike apparel.

I've been looking at finally getting a bike and I'm most likely going with the YZF-R1 it's supposed to be a decent starter. However if you have no experience with motorcyles it's probably not the best choice. I used to be fairly serious into motox and many people I've talked to claim that if I can handle one of those I'll have no problems with a 600cc sportbike, we'll see...

My friend who's also getting a bike is getting some "naked" Ducatti that's supposed to be a good begginer bike, but I'm not sure which model it is. Maybe someone more in the know can clue you in to which bike that may be.

The Monster is the naked Duc. The smaller engined ones (620) are good beginner bikes if you can fit on one - they are tiny.

Ron.

The problem with the rider training courses - at least the ones they offer in California - is that they use 125cc cruisers or dual-duty rust machines from the 80's.

The price of the course is literally nothing in comparison to the knowledge you gain in terms of riding correctly and safely. Some insurance companies will even give you a discount if you've taken the course. Even more if you take the advanced course. Plus, the best place to crash and fall is during those administered practice lessons.

Like any street machine, once you get a taste of 250cc, 400cc, and 500cc, you'll want to get onto a 600cc, and eventually want 1000cc power and then maybe even more. Just keep in mind that even a 600cc machine has 0-60 times rivaling that of 10 and 12 cylinder exotic sports cars.

Expect to spend at least $600 on a full set of gear - helmet, jacket, gloves, pants, boots - and wear it every time you go riding. I've lowsided on a rainy freeway sweep at 45mph with hardly a bruise thanks to the gear. Of course, my gloves were torn, jacket and helmet were scuffed, and ass was falling out of my ripped pants - but at least my skin never made contact with the road.

mv

I think that MV Agusta F4-AGO might cost more than my 8. :cool:

It did

I have a 1984 Honda Magna V35 with about 10K. It needs a bit of work to get it back on the road. I wanna ride so bad, but I know my tendencies towards speeding. As much as I wanna ride, I don't wanna die or be maimed--sheit, I have a wife and lots of responsibilities. I have been paying insurance for about a year and I am not sure what to do as far as learning about riding the vehicle or even fixing it so I can have the opportunity. I know after I feel comfy with it I will get a high end Yamaha or Suzuki sportbike. It is a conundrum and its not really a matter of advice, but personal introspection. I know at some point every rider touches earth and that scares the crapola outta me, but lord, IMO the motorcycle is the ultimate vehicle to connect with road.

Check this for opinions/pics of member's bikes.

Good luck!

http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4561

Originally posted by IkeWRX
I've been looking at finally getting a bike and I'm most likely going with the YZF-R1 it's supposed to be a decent starter. However if you have no experience with motorcyles it's probably not the best choice. I used to be fairly serious into motox and many people I've talked to claim that if I can handle one of those I'll have no problems with a 600cc sportbike, we'll see...


an R1 as a starter? Don't do that to yourself. Maybe you meant R6 as that is the 600. Get aquainted with the riding position first as you might hate it. I'm probably trading mine up for a FJR1300 soon.

Originally posted by Keshav
an R1 as a starter? Don't do that to yourself. Maybe you meant R6 as that is the 600. Get aquainted with the riding position first as you might hate it. I'm probably trading mine up for a FJR1300 soon.

Yep, meant an R6, I'm crazy but not crazy enough to even consider anything above 600cc for my first sportbike. :p

Originally posted by IkeWRX
Yep, meant an R6, I'm crazy but not crazy enough to even consider anything above 600cc for my first sportbike. :p

Upgrading from a 600 to a 1000 felt like going from Civic DX to Supra TT... Given some time, the little devil on your shoulder will start to whisper in your ear "get the 1000...get the 1000..." Regardless of how fast the 600 is right out of the box, once you taste the 1000 you'll never go back.