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  May 24 2010, 01:33 PM
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I asked a few others (co-workers, local F-body board etc) but thought I'd ask here as well since I trust the judgement and value the opinions on this board. First of all I have never ridden a motorcycle, but have toyed with the idea for the past few years. I got my motorcycle permit last week and am taking an MSF course in a couple of weeks. As you can probably guess I want a sportbike. I have a 30 mile one way commute on 2-lane roads and the interstate (70 mph+). I'd mainly be getting it as a toy, but I'd like to be able to ride to work too so I can somewhat justify it in my head. I have thought about track days, but that is a ways away if ever.
I've had recommendations ranging from a 250 all the way to a 750 sport bike (Ninja 250r, R6, or GSXR 600 or 750). Thoughts? |
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May 24 2010, 05:26 PM
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I'll second the SV650 / Ninja 650 ideas.. great platform, lots of aftermarket support, and can make great trackday bikes. Light & easy to handle as well. With you wanting to commute, some good textile gear that's breathable and slides on over your street clothes will be a great investment.
STAY AWAY from anything with an "R" on it.. CBR, GSXR, R6, R1, etc... Those bikes are truly racebikes with lights and will reward novice mistakes as such. I hate seeing new riders on them.. The other bikes will make you a better rider in the end. |
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robz71lm7 First motorcycle recommendations? May 24 2010, 01:33 PM
1meanZ For a starter sport bike, I'd get a cheap used... May 24 2010, 02:03 PM trackbird Buy an inexpensive/reliable used commuter bike. I ... May 24 2010, 02:07 PM robz71lm7 I was honestly considering an '08 or '09 N... May 24 2010, 02:20 PM trackbird I'd avoid the 250's, they aren't reall... May 24 2010, 02:59 PM 00 SS If you're a bigger guy like me, a little bike ... May 24 2010, 03:19 PM robz71lm7 6' tall 200-210 lbs a lot lighter than when mo... May 24 2010, 03:33 PM z28jeff I still have my first bike... an 05 500 Ninja (ex5... May 24 2010, 03:35 PM
Todd QUOTE (z28jeff @ May 24 2010, 11:35 AM) I... May 24 2010, 03:37 PM Todd I second staying away from 250's. They might ... May 24 2010, 03:35 PM z28jeff Here's a pic of my 500r...
http://i444.photobu... May 24 2010, 03:42 PM Chevy053 I bought a used SV650 about 4 years ago as my firs... May 24 2010, 05:23 PM BumpaD_Z28 FZ1
~DaVe May 24 2010, 05:37 PM BigEnos Honda VFR, a reasonably recent one can be had for ... May 24 2010, 08:58 PM robz71lm7 With regards to the SV650 what do you all think of... May 25 2010, 01:27 AM Chevy053 QUOTE (robz71lm7 @ May 24 2010, 08:27 PM)... May 25 2010, 02:25 AM Todd QUOTE (Chevy053 @ May 24 2010, 10:25 PM) ... May 25 2010, 01:28 PM NJSPEEDER I always recommend getting something older and eas... May 25 2010, 03:33 AM Todd QUOTE (NJSPEEDER @ May 24 2010, 11:33 PM)... May 25 2010, 01:34 PM Eskimo The Honda VFR is a great bike, and I and another f... May 25 2010, 08:04 PM POS Dodge I guess it all depends on how responsible of an ad... May 27 2010, 02:48 AM prockbp - I suggest buying the exact bike that you want re... May 27 2010, 04:03 PM Tobey I'll parrot many of the others and suggest an ... May 28 2010, 05:02 AM |
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