Hello everyone,

I'm looking into getting a 600 RR but I do not have any riding experience at all. My question is, what is a good bike to start out with? A crappy old bike so I don't have to worry about laying it cuz it's just a matter of time when learning correct? And what are some things that I should practice to be a better rider (hope that makes sense)?

Thank you for any advice.

 

welcome to the forum. a 600rr isn't the best choice for a first bike. some will agree with me and some won't. just my opinion. look into an earlier model CBR... F2, F3, etc. you'll find 'em less expensive. also, if you haven't already done so - sign up for an MSF course. being someone with no experience you'll learn a lot.

best of luck in your search for a bike!

 

Practice not doing stupid thigns like me. I hit the front brake while turning into a parking spot this morning and dropped my bike breaking the mirror completely off, DUH!!!!!!!!

Take a MSF course, I jave been riding for about 10 years and just took it, I learned what I was doing wrong and what I was doing right, so it is good to take.

 

I got a 600RR as my first bike and I kind of regret it. I love the bike but it wasn't a great bike to learn on. I would suggest getting something like an F4i that is used. It is a more comfortable ride and getting a used one is a good choice incase you drop the bike or something.

 

Like cbr04 said... some will agree with him and some will not. It's really up to you, your attitude and experience.

Odds are, you will drop the bike while you're learning. You will waste (I'd rather call it investing) money by buying a used bike and upgrading later... but it is worth it. Think about how much money you will pay out to fix the new 600RR after dropping it a couple of times.

If you think you can take it easy, respect the bike and ride well within your abilities until you’re ready to move up, then the new one might be right for you.

The best and easiest thing you can do to start riding better and build your confidence is to practice in a parking lot (that's empty) and get a feel for the bike. Just make slow turns as sharp as you can and learn to keep your balance. This will help you later with riding it traffic. The MSF course is really good to start with too. The only thing is, it's really for someone that can ride a bike a little.

 

Gotta practice with the rear brake. No offense to capt1014 cause i don't know his riding exp. but rear brake and slow turns are great. Its hard to explain plus i don't have the time right now, but just trust me....rear brake.

 

Hello & Welcome!!

It's always better to start small and move up. If you don't want to do that, then get an older bike b/c once you lay a new bike down, you feel like vomiting!

 

thanks for all the replys everyone....a lot of useful info. So I'll prolly look into a used f4i. Any years to look for? Any years to stay away from?