i dont know anything about them just that i want one--- anything i should look for or watch out for ?
2006-06-10 01:19:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
i mean a motorcycle.
2006-06-10 02:11:35 · update #1
You asked for it, so here's my advice... Don't buy that motorcycle today.
Instead, go sign up for a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) beginner rider course to learn the basics of safe motorcycle operation. This 16 hour basic course, usually taught over a weekend, will do more to insure your long and happy experiences with motorcycles than anything else you could possibly do in such a short amount of time. They even provide you with a motorcycle to ride during the class.
Depending on where you live, graduating from the MSF or similar course could be a requirement for you to get your motorcycle operator's license from your local State licensing agency.
Once you have the MSF course completed and the license in your pocket, then you will be in a better position to decide what kind of motorcycle you want to buy.
Good luck, and Ride Safe!
2006-06-10 03:01:55 · answer #1 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ditto Jet Doc!
My first bike (back in the day) was a clapped out old Honda. This was before rider safety courses were generally available.
The bike was delivered by the seller. He left. I got on with all my buddies standing around. I started her up. Fine. I put her in 1st. Fine. I let out the clutch .... tooo fast! It started to get away from me so I put my feet down (cause that's how you handle a bicycle) and found out that 500 pounds of motorcycle are a LOT harder to stop that 20 pounds of Schwinn. I ran it straight into a bush.
Everybody had a big laugh.
I had to learn by trial and error. Only the fact that the bike was aged and fairly tame kept me from killing myself.
Dude, take the course. Talk to the instructors about suitable "first bikes". Get some practice. Then buy a bike.
You (and your future heirs) will be very glad you did.
2006-06-10 11:09:09 · answer #2 · answered by Grendle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
great advice JetDoc...
One other piece of advice after completing that course (as an insurance agent) you will kick yourself in the a.. if you buy the wrong bike. The cheapest bikes as far as Insurance are by far Harley's. I have sold full coverage on them for as little as $100 for the entire year... the crotch rockets however are a different story, some are fairly priced insurance wise, but some you cant get insurance for less than $2000 per month unless you just want liability.
My suggestion after you follow JetDoc's advice, figure out a few different kinds of bikes you would like to buy, then call and get an insurance quote on them (quotes are free, might as well do it). Progressive Insurance is the largest seller of motorcycle insurance so check them out, but also check out Geico...
2006-06-10 05:17:19 · answer #3 · answered by dugwhite2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a small motorcycle something like a 250cc to a 600cc my first bike was a 600cc honda shadow it was perfect to learn on bigger bikes are dangerous for beginners you will probably get killed if you try a large bike. also stay away from sport bikes at first i know they look cool and go fast but you dont have the experience to ride one. buy a small cruiser and then trade it in, after a year for something else you will be much more comfortable then riding on about any thing
2006-06-11 23:40:00 · answer #4 · answered by deathdealer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Avoid the really fast & powerful sport bikes & Harleys.
The former will be too much for you as a beginner, and you won't enjoy yourself. Harleys are all about image, but they suck as far as daily riding is concerned. Check out the Suzuki SV650, Honda 599, or Kawasaki Ninja 500. Any of those are great for beginners, and but still have plenty of power once you get more experienced.
Good Luck
2006-06-10 02:55:43 · answer #5 · answered by JeffyB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are 3 kinds; moountain bikes, racing bikes & hybrids...which are a cross between the two. If you plan on riding on the road or jogging trail, I suggest you go with the racing bike as they are lighter & tend to be a little taller. Otherwise, go with with the hybrid.
2006-06-10 01:24:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Suzuki dr 400
2006-06-10 04:18:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
any harley after 1985, reason, comfort,reliable, and most of all they hold their resale value...i bought a new 1985 low glide for 8200.. rode it for 17 yrs,,sold it for 10500..try that with any jap bike.. do as doc jet says take the course..save you alot of road rash..
2006-06-10 13:19:09 · answer #8 · answered by Jack's Q&* 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a motorcycle or dirt bike or bicycle
2006-06-10 01:23:22 · answer #9 · answered by texas boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dude go for a hayabusa 1300 Suzuki
2006-06-10 07:50:18 · answer #10 · answered by Andé 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋