Hello all, I'm Travis, from Northern Kentucky about 30-40 minutes south of Cincinnati. I'm 19 and will be a Firefighter by late this fall. I've been tempted for awhile to buy a sport bike, but only up until now have I seriously considered it. I'm actually in the process of building a big block cutlass (which I'm almost done with). I've had a couple friends who have almost talked me into selling the car once it's done and buying a bike.

So I figured I'd ask you all a couple questions since I'm pretty new to bikes. First, what do I need to consider in buying my first bike? What's a good starter bike? I'd be willing to spend anywhere from 1k-3k on a bike, but I'm not sure what the best route to go is for someone new like me.

Secondly, what do I need to look into as far as safety courses go? I've read a lot on the website about the MSF course so I'm sure that's something I need to do.

Anything else that would be helpful I'd very much appreciate it. I'm just trying to get the best overall feel for what I want and what I need to do. Thanks a ton everyone!

- Travis

 

hello and welcome... just my .02 i would look at a 600...( there is a good deal on a F2 on ebay in indiana for 2500.00 buy it now) but i started on a 600 F2 about 8 years ago and it was the perfect starter bike.. and now as you can see i am back on a 600 F2.. i really like the handling,speed and eaze of getting used to.

i didnt take a MSF course but i had ridden dirt bikes for 4 years before getting my first bike... but from what i hear they are amazing and now i am getting ready to take one, you can never learn enough..

TIPS: Do not ride untill you have gear ex. helmet,jacket,gloves,boots ect....
never, never not pay attention
dont trust or think you know what a cager is about to do
and finally remember rubber side down!!

but in closing----definately get a bike they are a blast!!!! and listen to what people on hear say- there is a TON of info on here[sm=signs003.gif]

 

I just bought my 00 600 F4, I love it. I have ridden bikes before but this is the first I have owned. I also rode dirt bikes when I was younger but I still am going to take the MSF class.

If you have not rode before I wouldnt go over a 600, they have a lot of power and more then enough for a beginner.

I am about 30 minutes north of Cincy, but I do work there

 

What part of KY are you in? I'm near Huntington WV.... near Ashland KY. PM me if you're close by.

 

Hello & Welcome!!

What is there to consider? Fun...LOL! j/k

Sit on a few bikes and get a feel for them. Your best bet is going to a dealer that has random stock, so you can test a few, instead of just one brand. You may have to visit a few dealerships. As for the MSF course, it's a great learning experience. Do it!

 

Well I really appreciate everyones responses. I'm gonna stick around on the website for awhile and keep learning what I can. Once my Cutlass is done, I'm going to start considering it. Thanks again everyone!

- Travis

 

Hi Travis, welcome !

My company has its american plant in Cincinnati (Eastgate) and I visited it last february. The roads around the plant were not in a good shape and a little boring, but as one of the employees there drove me to a small cajun style restaurant 20 minutes away from Cinci in Kentucky state, I discovered beautiful, bumpy and curvy roads for riding a bike