any bike you get..I highly reccomend FULL coverage insurance so you have a back up source in case you fall off. Nipz friend who had $1500 in repairs is very lucky, the usual cost of a typical lowside is normally around $3000 ( especially if it is on the right ( pipe) side)
If the damage is very minor, swallow some pride ( and save some money too) and fix it yourself if it is feasible...if it is major enough; claim it and move on....that is why you are paying for the insurance

 

Hello all- sorry so long in between posts! (crazy busy at work!) I appreciate everyone's input on bike choices starting out...I checked them all out. Still searching for the right CBR... these record-warm SE days have had me climbing the walls to ride! I'm off to surf the board for a few but wanted to say hello and thank you! Back soon...

 

Howdy , welcome to the forums



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