Hey there, virgin lookin for advice
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Hey there, virgin lookin for advice
Hi there, I joined this forum in the quest to find out as much info as I could to base my decisions on.
OK first of all, I am looking to make my first purchase of a bike and being new to the sport I need so help.
I made a decsion that I want a Honda and that I want a sport bike, so don't try to convince me otherwise.lol
I would be looking for a newer model that would give me lots of trouble free miles.
I'm 6'2" and 240 lbs, so fit is an issue. Also I'm new to this sport but have been riding quads, dirt-bikes and sleds since I was physicaly able to, so I learned quite well over the years that I first must get good before I get fast.lol
If anyone could give some opinions on what bike I should be looking forand any that I should avoid, please let me know.
P.S. I hope they don't cost as much as the sled to run.lol[sm=smiley29.gif]
OK first of all, I am looking to make my first purchase of a bike and being new to the sport I need so help.
I made a decsion that I want a Honda and that I want a sport bike, so don't try to convince me otherwise.lol
I would be looking for a newer model that would give me lots of trouble free miles.
I'm 6'2" and 240 lbs, so fit is an issue. Also I'm new to this sport but have been riding quads, dirt-bikes and sleds since I was physicaly able to, so I learned quite well over the years that I first must get good before I get fast.lol
If anyone could give some opinions on what bike I should be looking forand any that I should avoid, please let me know.
P.S. I hope they don't cost as much as the sled to run.lol[sm=smiley29.gif]
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01-25-2009, 03:38 PM
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RE: Hey there, virgin lookin for advice
Hiyu Darren and welcoime aboard the CBRF mate
What should you buy ??? .....gee that's a big question ?
Since you are a big boy , my first suggestion is an older model because they have by design a more roomy seating setup..
As for the exact model ? Allot of 6' guys do ride the 600's but I think they do it for the love of them , not the comfort.... They are a great ride and if comfort is not an issue then they are a very good ride to start out on..
Personally and this may not be your preferred choice mate, but I think because you are new to sport bikes and are a bigger fella that you would be better off getting yourself an older model 1000F as they are dirt cheap to buy , big and roomy , and you are big enough to be able to handle the little extra weight ..
A few rules of thumb though to think about..
Spend as little as possible ..!!!
(as this is your first road ride) 2000-3000 will buy you a great ride sometimes even less!!!
Buy the latest version/model you can get for as least money as possible..
Remember you have to sit on these things for more that 10 minutes at a time .. (comfort)
If you intend to take your new ride on longer trips ? you want to think about the bigger rides ?
What ever you buy ...look her over very well before handing over the cash!!]
If you know nothing about her ..take someone that does if you can..
Feel free to post pics up and let us know what you are looking at ..
good luck mate
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What should you buy ??? .....gee that's a big question ?
Since you are a big boy , my first suggestion is an older model because they have by design a more roomy seating setup..
As for the exact model ? Allot of 6' guys do ride the 600's but I think they do it for the love of them , not the comfort.... They are a great ride and if comfort is not an issue then they are a very good ride to start out on..
Personally and this may not be your preferred choice mate, but I think because you are new to sport bikes and are a bigger fella that you would be better off getting yourself an older model 1000F as they are dirt cheap to buy , big and roomy , and you are big enough to be able to handle the little extra weight ..
A few rules of thumb though to think about..
Spend as little as possible ..!!!
(as this is your first road ride) 2000-3000 will buy you a great ride
sometimes even less!!!Buy the latest version/model you can get for as least money as possible..
Remember you have to sit on these things for more that 10 minutes at a time .. (comfort
)If you intend to take your new ride on longer trips ? you want to think about the bigger rides ?
What ever you buy ...look her over very well before handing over the cash!!]
If you know nothing about her ..take someone that does if you can..
Feel free to post pics up and let us know what you are looking at ..
good luck mate
BTW : Need any help? ...
My fast find list of links are below mate ....use them with my compliments ..
How to use all the stuff within the CBRForum :-)
https://cbrforum.com/m_184631/tm.htm
Official CBRForum Rules
https://cbrforum.com/m_410314/tm.htm
NOOBS...are you new to Forums .... ?
Please spend two minutes and watch these vids :-)
How to use Forums...a great for beginers to forums :-)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIyr5...eature=related
Another very good insight to how to use Forums
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9q2jNjOPdk
A more radical view of Forums :-)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUJJpQzRkVE
Need a Workshop manual? Grab one from these links mate :-)
http://blackbears.ru/index_en.php?get=manual
http://www.carlsalter.com/motorcycle-manuals.asp
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RE: Hey there, virgin lookin for advice
Yeah I would have to agree with Steve, while I know quite a few guys who are 6' or better do ride 600's they usually have to modify themto make them comfy ie. new adjustable rear sets, bar risers.
I would actually try and find an older 1000f or even give the 1100XX Blackbird a try, it was kind of a heavy bike but it had plenty of power and it would fit someone of stature very well.
I would actually try and find an older 1000f or even give the 1100XX Blackbird a try, it was kind of a heavy bike but it had plenty of power and it would fit someone of stature very well.
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Wow thats some good info, I was looking towards a 600 because of being new to the sport, but if it doesn't fit, it is not going to give me a very good first impression of the sport.
So going with the 1000, is there much difference other then wieght a power. My buddy had both and prefered the 600 because of ability to play where the 1000 he said was more of a cruising/speed bike. I just don't want to get in over my head.lol
Thanks for the info and keep it coming, I have alot to learn.lol
So going with the 1000, is there much difference other then wieght a power. My buddy had both and prefered the 600 because of ability to play where the 1000 he said was more of a cruising/speed bike. I just don't want to get in over my head.lol
Thanks for the info and keep it coming, I have alot to learn.lol
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01-28-2009, 02:39 PM
welcome! im new haha like my third day. good choice with honda its all i would ever take. my advice is not to shop for the advice your given but shop for something affordable and that you look at and like. i had very little quading exp and went out and just bought a cbr 900rr and learned on that no problem. im about 5'11 200lbs but keep in mind everyone goes down at least once.. so dont wait till you got your dream bike to wreck (like me). start out with a learning bike and once you got the feel and your comfortable look into what else is out there.
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im round 6'1 235 and i started on a 95 f3 and never really had any problems, by nature no sportsbike is going to be like sitting on the couch at home (thats what tourers and cruisers are for) but there was nothing that was unbearable.... other than seeing pictures of my big a$$ on the little bike hahah
but i would definitly suggest an older bike to learn on just incase it takes a spill.... or you decide the sport is not for you than you wont be out a ton of cash... then after a summer or a year you can move up for something newer and sexier
but i would definitly suggest an older bike to learn on just incase it takes a spill.... or you decide the sport is not for you than you wont be out a ton of cash... then after a summer or a year you can move up for something newer and sexier
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02-02-2009, 07:28 PM
Congrats on deciding on a sport bike. I have had a cruiser and bmw1200rs sport touring and a sv650s. I am looking also at a honda. By buddy has a cbr1100xx and loves it. It is a sport touring bike but just barely. Thing is way fast enough in a straight line, does well in the curves. It is a bit cheaper on insurance as well being a sport touring. I am trying to decide between a 600 and 1000 myself. What I consider more important than which bike is get gear and use it. Also consider spending the $$ for some good instruction. Kieth Codes has a excellent school that travels the country. I took his level 1 and 2 over a weekend. This was well worth the $$ for the amount I learned and it was a blast. At the end of the weekend I was dragging my knees. Will go againsoon I hope. but get the grear it could save ur life.