Im going to buy a bike i need help
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guys i need help i want to get a bike
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
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Im going to buy a bike i need help
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
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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
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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
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
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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
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
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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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
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
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my friend just got this bike
its his first, he never rode a bike once
he is loving it
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=31277
its his first, he never rode a bike once
he is loving it
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...threadid=31277
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Originally posted by DjGO
yes i know. but i always loved bikes i wont be a jackass driviong it.
yes i know. but i always loved bikes i wont be a jackass driviong it.
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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!
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Re: thanks
Originally posted by DjGO
thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.
thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.
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thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.
thankyou evryone for the insight. I would never wear shorts, or a tang top while riding a bike.
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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
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Re: Re: thanks
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awww.... there goes my fantasy :P
awww.... there goes my fantasy :P
J/k
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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.
And what everybody else said... take riding lessons and buy good bike apparel.
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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.
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.