Anyone here have a street bike???
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From: six-two-six
Originally Posted by SW_08
So just incase you didnt see it above garrett....i'll bring at the **** on friday
I mean you're acting like two little girls in the guys thread...
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Originally Posted by SCIONshane
...oh and thanks for the suggestions for different bikes, but for the 1000'ers, I'm definitely sticking with a 600 as a first bike lol. I'm kinda down to Ninja ZX-6R, CBR 600RR, or GSX-R 600........
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Originally Posted by SciontCya
Originally Posted by SW_08
So just incase you didnt see it above garrett....i'll bring at the **** on friday
I mean you're acting like two little girls in the guys thread...
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Originally Posted by SciontCya
Originally Posted by SW_08
So just incase you didnt see it above garrett....i'll bring at the **** on friday
I mean you're acting like two little girls in the guys thread...
SW_08, saying its up to me doesn't help at all, I'm looking for people to tell me assuming that they have one of those three I listed, what they feel like and stuff. And I still have two questions above that StIlL haven't been answered after like 20 replies cuz of you guys little conversation.
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Shane,
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
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yes little girls thats it....
anyways while we were on topic
When you ask whats a good beginner bike you will generally here dont buy something brand new or over 600cc. Why well if you have never rode on a 1000cc motorcycle you will know why. They are very very powerful. hands down. Also if you buy something new and dont have a lot of experience your chance of laying down the bike is greater. Not saying it will happen but it could. Now in my opinion you only live once, so buy a bike thats appeals to you and test ride it and see if its comfy to you. I like the way the 07 cbr 1000 looked and def is a nice ride....im my opinion. hence why i bought it from my friend.
anyways while we were on topic
When you ask whats a good beginner bike you will generally here dont buy something brand new or over 600cc. Why well if you have never rode on a 1000cc motorcycle you will know why. They are very very powerful. hands down. Also if you buy something new and dont have a lot of experience your chance of laying down the bike is greater. Not saying it will happen but it could. Now in my opinion you only live once, so buy a bike thats appeals to you and test ride it and see if its comfy to you. I like the way the 07 cbr 1000 looked and def is a nice ride....im my opinion. hence why i bought it from my friend.
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Originally Posted by SciontCya
Shane,
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
That being said, I started on a '98 CBR600F3 and I still have the bike years later. I still have it because I still can't ride it close to it's potential. I would like to upgrade to a GSXR1000, but that's only because I want to Fighter it.
Another bike to consider if you want to go the beginner bike route is the SV650. They are great bikes with a cult following. They are down on power when compared to other SS bikes with similar CC, but don't let that fool you. With some upgrades, I know people that can ride their SVs against full out race bikes. These aren't beginners on the race bikes either. It's all rider.
Another thing. When people say that their R6 is faster than the GSXRCBRZX600, don't listen to them. Sure, with professional riders, their is a slight difference, but I can guarantee it will take you a very long time and a lot of track time to even come close to maxing out those bikes potentials.
In the end, if you are dead set on a newer 600, no one here is going to change your mind. When you pick your bike, sit on all of them and see which one feels "right." Then, if you can't pick that way, go off of looks/colors. Performance numbers on these bikes are meanless unless you are Rossi or Hayden
If you don't know who those guys are, look it up.
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^^ Thanks for your kind words.
Yes, the SV series are fantastic.
Let's be honest, I can't push that bike to 100% of it's potential either.
The guys you mention are indeed gods - if not young current gods - mine were named Roberts and Rainey!
As you may or may not know, Rainey is a team owner now from a wheelchair.
World champ, awesome rider, and now he will never ride again.
It can happen to the best friends.
I've got lots of biker friends.
I like to keep them alive.
Dramatic?
No, reality.
There's nothing more fun, there's likely nothing more dangerous.
And so you know I'm not an old fart or a sissy, I also used to skydive and still SCUBA, mountain climb, and ride motorcycles. Still only sportbikes too!
Scott
Yes, the SV series are fantastic.
Let's be honest, I can't push that bike to 100% of it's potential either.
The guys you mention are indeed gods - if not young current gods - mine were named Roberts and Rainey!
As you may or may not know, Rainey is a team owner now from a wheelchair.
World champ, awesome rider, and now he will never ride again.
It can happen to the best friends.
I've got lots of biker friends.
I like to keep them alive.
Dramatic?
No, reality.
There's nothing more fun, there's likely nothing more dangerous.
And so you know I'm not an old fart or a sissy, I also used to skydive and still SCUBA, mountain climb, and ride motorcycles. Still only sportbikes too!
Scott
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Originally Posted by SciontCya
Shane,
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
My very experienced 2¢ tells me to tell you NOT to start on a sportbike.
I'm about to get the usual "you're an old man" and "you're full of crap" replies, but that's OK, because I know what I'm talking about, and I have 34 years of riding under my belt.
First and foremost, take the MSF safety course - not only will it teach you what to do and NOT to do, but it will also lower your insurance rates.
Speaking of which - go out and get some insurance quotes on the bikes you're looking at.
That aside, I'd look for a decent-shaped used bike - preferably one that's not a true sportbike, and in the 500cc-600cc range.
Forget being cool and manly, you're neither if you're dead man.
Take the smart route. Look around for a used Katana, GS500, EX500 or similarly sporty, yet manageable bikes.
If they fall over, you won't lose $2k of plastic.
They won't overpower you, and you can learn on a similar platform to a current sportbike.
Most countries like the UK make you do a tiered-licensing system to learn in stages - it keeps 16 year olds with rotten parents from buying 160HP sportbikes for their kids, which usually end up in a wad.
Get streetbike magazines too and read them. Always good tips and articles to learn.
I still learn new things after all these years.
I went down for the first time after 25 years of riding!
It was a rock in a blind corner, which my front tire hit and took me down.
I wear all the gear, and I was lucky to go away with about $150 damage to the bike and some sore limbs.
Take it seriously.
It's fun, but can be deadly if you don't respect it.
Good luck.
Scott
Great advice......i actually took a course similar to the one stated above...and it does help.....
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Re: Anyone here have a street bike???
Originally Posted by SCIONshane
Just wondering, and if so, what kind do you have??? I've been considering getting a job this summer after school is out and trying to save up a few thousand by the end of the year and finding a used bike...most likely a used GSXR 600. A friend of mine works at a grocery store not far from here and makes like $7/hr just working after school and on the weekends occasionally.
But ya, so if you have a bike, what are the things you like and dislike about them, and I mean anything, whether it be a comfort issue, or the way one bike feels over another...that sorta thing.
But ya, so if you have a bike, what are the things you like and dislike about them, and I mean anything, whether it be a comfort issue, or the way one bike feels over another...that sorta thing.
Listen to the guys that posted above... They have some great advice for you. Just be safe as you can be and follow the rules and you will have tons of fun with your bike. That's all!
My bike:
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^i posted about that bike on page 1. If you can find one that isn't ridiculously marked up, let me know. They are a complete rip off at the dealers.... And even the used older style 07's are a rip off, as they are so popular. IMO, it'd be more worth the money to get an old beat up 500 or 600.... But in terms of a beginner bike, nothing beats the ninja 250. It just sucks that it's impossible to get a deal on one. At least you know that resale will be good!
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^^ The 08 250Rs are selling for 4200 or so at the dealer by my. Del Amo Motorsports if you want to look them up. Last time I was over there they had 4 sitting unclaimed. Not sure if they're still there or not though.
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$4000-4200 should be OTD thats what they usually go for around here.
you figure
$3499 -bike
$250-300 - shipping
$300-$400 - taxes & reg
Total $4200 at most
there should not be any assembly charges for this bike it comes fully built besides the windscreen and mirrors and no oil in the tank... which takes all of 15 mins to do
you figure
$3499 -bike
$250-300 - shipping
$300-$400 - taxes & reg
Total $4200 at most
there should not be any assembly charges for this bike it comes fully built besides the windscreen and mirrors and no oil in the tank... which takes all of 15 mins to do
