What kind of Bike?

[YJJPWrangler87]

So I just took the MSF class this weekend and im gettin my motorcycle liscense tom. What kind of sport bike would be best for a begining rider? I was looking at the Yamaha R6S. But, parents said no for the 600. so maybe the Zuki 500? Any ideas? I also have to pay for insurance to get a bike. Anybody know any good places?

Zack

 

[Tacoma747]

I recently go a Suzuki Bandit 600S. It is cheap on insurance (liberty mutual, $350 yr. full coverage, I have two other vehicles with them, and I am 20 yrs old)

It has decent power, but not spectacular, I can dump the clutch in first gear and it will pull the front tire, but won't hold it up for longer than a couple seconds (glad I am not interested in riding wheelies).

Also, how can you get your license without a bike?

 

[YJJPWrangler87]

the bike will be towards the end of the summer, Ill prolly be getting my license tom or thursday. You sign up for the MSF course, they teach at Johnston or WakeTech. 3day course, they provide ur bike for you. If you pass the course, you only have to take the written DMV test. I took it, lots of fun and i learned a lot I didn't know. My dad teaches that course and he also teaches the advanced rider course.

Zack

 

[kilby]

Aah, nice.
I'm taking the course next weekend. As for a bike, I like the Suzuki SV650 a lot. Not sure what I'll end up with... something cheap most likely.

 

[purpleTJchick]

that is all you

 

[YJJPWrangler87]

haha...thanx lulu, i don't quit need the training wheels...kilby do you know whos teaching? its a fun class...some advice, take a cooler with lots of water. it gets very very hot out there and wear lightweight clothing, other than that the class is pretty fun...anybody else? whats everyone riding?

Zack

 

[Diane]

whats everyone riding?

An '02 Harley Sportster 1200 Custom.

 

[Tradarcher]

http://www.buell.com/en_us/bikes_gear/blast/blast/index.asp

Inexpensive used and you can usually get your money out of them. Should be fun too.

 

[49erRider]

i got an 04 cbr600rr very fun bike, i started on a 05ninja250 the 250 was great very forgiving but I would say if you want to do a 600cc and can afford it go for it. Just have respect for the bike and you will grow into it.

 

[bigassedredjeep]

'05 Kawi 636... my first = loving it = 12,000 miles so far

 

[49erRider]

phewwwwww 12000 in a year is a lot

 

[Rich]

My first scoot was a Suz. GS500.. They're now the GS500F. Not bad looking. Mine didn't have the full fairings though, and it was a good thing. Kawi EX500's are popular and good as well.

I would NEVER recommend a full-on GSXRYZFZX anything for a first bike. You can respect it all you want, but you will become a better rider on a smaller, less "racebike-with-lights" kinda bike - it's a proven fact.

Suz SV650's are very popular, forgiving, can be had without $$$ bodywork, and can be modded to heck as you get better. Much less expensive on insurance with most companies.

747's Bandit 600 is also a good bike to learn with.

My best advice for the MSF course - bring your own helmet.

I ride a '00.5 Aprilia RSV Mille.

 

[bigassedredjeep]

phewwwwww 12000 in a year is a lot

100 miles a day roundtrip to work, (bailey(west of wilson) to north greenville)

i agree with Rich, a smaller bike will be easier to learn with, and MUCH cheaper.
if you can stand it, get something other than the typical "squid-mobile".

 

[Boarded]

wanna buy a 05 yzf600r?

 

[ebman]

i have an 03 yzf R6L very fun bike to ride but you really gotta watch what you are doing.it hadnles far different that the cruisers im used to.

if you go with a sport bike of any kind check with state farm. everyone was quoting me anywhere from 1800 to 4200 a year for full coverage (no kidding) i heard state far doesnt look at what kind of bike it is (sport bike, cruiser ect) they just go by the cc of the engine and i pay 240 a year for full coverage through them.

btw here is a picture of it from the day i brought it home. still looks the same only its got a different exhaust on it now.good luck on your choice and remember when you do start riding you should have the mindset that everyone on the road is out to kill you. stay very alert be safe.

 

[SHINTON]

Well to put a "reliable" bias on it, I would look at Honda first, Yamaha second, just because they are SO reliable. (If you put gas in them, ask me how I know)

And I would buy used unless you just want to get a new one...

My first bike was a Honda CB750 (Cruiser style), I prefer cruisers, it is all up to personal choice I guess.

Sam

 

[ebman]

i agree... i would buy used for a first bike. you will more than likely lay it over at least once. ( maybe in your driveway even)

 

[BUCKETOBOLTS]

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[YJJPWrangler87]

haha bucket, thats so me....hey boarded how much for it? I will most likely buy used either yamaha and honda, most likely honda cuz my dad has a 1800 goldwing, but yeah ill check with state farm.

Zack

 

[Rich]

Nationwide also doesn't check the make.. just CC's and cost.

 

[CasterTroy]

State farm only cares if it's 900cc's or more

you've got great advice so far.

MSF first and foremost

And now a lecture

What you buy will depend on what you're looking for. If you've fallen victim to the "bling boyz" and are drawn to raw power, wheelies, posing at sonic and chrome. I.E. following in the footsteps of those who chose a brand new R6 for their first bike. Then 6 months later stepped up to a GSXR1000 because all the magazines said it was the fastest "this year". Then you need to be beaten with a cane and drug behind a 79 ford pickup down a gravel road NOW, and save you the money, but still give you the "experience" of what you'll feel within a year anyway.

If you wanna RIDE and learn to really have fun, and or develop skills. You're not gonna CARE what it says on the tank, (because the big 4 are all so damn good these days it's not really a question of reliability) nor be obsessed with the CC's

You'll start small and learn to control the bike...not be at IT'S mercy.

You'll graduate to larger bikes at a rate relative to your skill level, and choose bikes that won't put their ability too far over yours. Yes, you will probibly spend a little more money in the LONG run, but the knowledge and ability you'll GAIN. Well, you can't put a price on that.

Once you've gained confidence and can carry some speed, if you're ANYTHING like me, and my buddies, you'll develop this nasty urge to PUSH what skills you've learned, and decide to invest in some nice cow-hide and a membership to NESBA or any of the other various track riding cults and catch a bug that will empty your pockets faster than (most) women can

After that, it's all down-hill Racing schools, track days, getting your race license....ahh geez.....dude save yourself and your wallet and don't get a bike at all

 

[shawn]

And now a lecture blahblablhblhablalhabblah

Okay, step one: Forget everything that guy just told you.

Step two: buy the biggest, fastest bike you can afford. Better yet, buy a little more bike than you can afford.

Step three: install the longest trailing arm you can find.

Step four: pimp that shit around town. Don't use any gear higher than 3rd. In fact, you should try to spend most of your time in 1st or 2nd. Oh, and don't forget! You should always, ALWAYS! pop the throttle while you're sitting waiting at a stop light. Pretend like it's a 2-stroke that's loading up. That's the effect you're going for.

Lastly, here's something to get you inspired.

 

[Rich]

Step three: install the longest trailing arm you can find.

It's called a swingarm, ya bobo

 

[shawn]

Yes, a swingarm is a component of some trailing arm suspension designs.

 

[YJJPWrangler87]

thats a sweet bike...no i dont really care what the cc is just as long as i fit on it right...a friend has a kawa 250 and i can't sit on it at all....and i DON"T want a gsxr....to big of a bike for me. So anybody have a bike for sale?

Zack