New Kid
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12-13-2011, 06:29 PM
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New Kid
Hey everyone,
Just stopped in here to properly introduce myself and maybe get some opinions.
I've loved bikes since as long as I can remember; specifically the CBR. It's been my dream bike since day 1.
Turning 20 in a few months, and I'm looking to get a bike finally. My dad, who I can't thank enough for all the guidance he's given to me and is a bike enthusiast himself; is looking to throw some money towards it, and I'm covering the other half.
Not sure what to start out with, Im a really small dude, 5'10 but like 130 pounds maybe, I was looking at something small; but everyone says don't bother with a 125 ( which I'm mostly using for in town anyways) Go to the 250, or 600 for better price.
Anyone able to help?
Just stopped in here to properly introduce myself and maybe get some opinions.
I've loved bikes since as long as I can remember; specifically the CBR. It's been my dream bike since day 1.
Turning 20 in a few months, and I'm looking to get a bike finally. My dad, who I can't thank enough for all the guidance he's given to me and is a bike enthusiast himself; is looking to throw some money towards it, and I'm covering the other half.
Not sure what to start out with, Im a really small dude, 5'10 but like 130 pounds maybe, I was looking at something small; but everyone says don't bother with a 125 ( which I'm mostly using for in town anyways) Go to the 250, or 600 for better price.
Anyone able to help?
#2
12-13-2011, 08:23 PM
Hey hey! 5' 10" & 130? Sounds like me if I skip lunch 
People will tell you you'll get bored with a 250. I'll say "don't listen to them". You honestly can't go wrong with a 250cc. Starting out smaller, you'll get the chance to learn good habits and the right way to do things on a bike that's a lot more forgiving. And the Ninja 250 or CBR 250 will keep a decent resale value if well maintained.
You CAN start in a 600 and live. But it sounds like you've got a pretty good advisor already: your father. discuss it with him.
People will tell you you'll get bored with a 250. I'll say "don't listen to them". You honestly can't go wrong with a 250cc. Starting out smaller, you'll get the chance to learn good habits and the right way to do things on a bike that's a lot more forgiving. And the Ninja 250 or CBR 250 will keep a decent resale value if well maintained.
You CAN start in a 600 and live. But it sounds like you've got a pretty good advisor already: your father. discuss it with him.
#3
12-13-2011, 08:25 PM
Welcome to the Forum 
well first thing I'd be doing is taking the MSF course.
As for the size thing - well I would not let that deter you - takes learning to ride a 250
or a 600
a 250 you'd probably outgrow relatively quickly the 600 not so much
But really it'll come down to level of comfort and what you feel you can handle
with confidence.
well first thing I'd be doing is taking the MSF course.As for the size thing - well I would not let that deter you - takes learning to ride a 250
or a 600
a 250 you'd probably outgrow relatively quickly the 600 not so much
But really it'll come down to level of comfort and what you feel you can handle
with confidence.
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12-14-2011, 10:18 AM
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12-14-2011, 04:31 PM
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welcome to the forum.
you will most likely start with older bike. you have to take into consideration that the older bikes (600 +) are heavy compared to newer bikes. im 5,9 and the f3 is the right size for me, i think. i sit on it with both feet on the ground.
you have to get what you are comfortable with. and listen to your father. good luck with the bike hunting.
you will most likely start with older bike. you have to take into consideration that the older bikes (600 +) are heavy compared to newer bikes. im 5,9 and the f3 is the right size for me, i think. i sit on it with both feet on the ground.
you have to get what you are comfortable with. and listen to your father. good luck with the bike hunting.