I am looking into getting my first bike. I am going to college and need something with good gas mileage and is realitive cheap. It wont be for racing or showing off just a nice ride to and from work and to and from home and school. I really don't know much about them and I am researching and trying to get a good bike and would like some help and opinions other than don't get one. I would appreciate any help, opinions, ideas, and tips that I can get. Thank you.
2006-06-15 14:13:09 · 12 answers · asked by Gambit27 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I am looking into getting my first bike. I am going to college and need something with good gas mileage and is realitive cheap. It wont be for racing or showing off just a nice ride to and from work and to and from home and school and will be driving on highways and maybe an interstate. I really don't know much about them and I am researching and trying to get a good bike and would like some help and opinions other than don't get one. I would appreciate any help, opinions, ideas, and tips that I can get. Thank you.
2006-06-15 14:23:26 · update #1
Well a scooter is not a bad choice. you can get a good 4 stroke scoot that will return 100 mpg.
but tempting as that is, you would be better off with a small displacement, used motorcycle. you could buy a 4 yr old GS500 (suzuki) and sell it in 10 yrs for what you paid (assuming that it is still in good working order).
You would have a very good beginner's bike and one that would serve you well even after you become experienced. It is entertaining, light, has good reflexes, and is basically bulletproof (hard to break).
IT is also cheap to insure, and maintain.
You could also go one rung either way on the bike ladder with a 250 kaw or honda, a susuki bandit 400 (may be one of the best things japan EVER sent to our shores!!!), or a used kaw ex500 or honda vf500 interceptor (another one of the jewels from the orient)
Hope this helps.
2006-06-22 05:13:04 · answer #1 · answered by athorgarak 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ninja 250/500, GS500, or SV650 are probably your best bets. The 250 will probably have lower insurance, but if you do any freeway riding, you may like the extra power to get up to speed. Around town, it's also nice to have a little extra torque for all the stop and go. The cost of these bikes used will probably range from about $2000 to $4000. Make sure you budget for proper gear too. Helmet, gloves, jacket, boots and maybe pants.
2006-06-15 21:48:22 · answer #2 · answered by crazy_sherm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to the riding community! The Honda Rebel or Nighthawk 250 will fit every one of your criteria perfectly, except if by 'highway driving' you mean those wild Texas interstates. Both these bikes share the same engine, super-reliable and super-economical (like 80+ mpg), and are really built to last. They top out (maximum speed) at 75-80 mph and cruise (sustained speed) around 65-70 mph. If you take the MSF rider's course, a VERY GOOD IDEA, they'll likely use one of these bikes to train you on.
The Rebel is sized for smaller people, has a smaller gas tank (fewer miles between fill-ups), a lower seat (easier to handle), slightly better brakes than the Nighthawk, and is one of the lowest-priced bikes on the market.
The Nighthawk is slightly bigger, can carry slightly more, is more comfy for longer trips, and has a longer range between fill-ups.
There are very helpful online groups devoted to each of these bikes. Try these URL's:
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/cb25...
http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/rebe...
Ride Happy!
2006-06-18 12:32:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get at least a 250cc bike so you can keep up with traffic with out having to run it to hard. But if you are going to use it a lot on the interstate get at least a 350cc-400cc bike. What ever you buy it should fit you (no tippy toes at the stop light)! And do not start with anything to heavy. You must get the feel for riding before moving up in power or size. Remember you can get just as much wind in your face with a small cheaper bike as you can with a large powerful bike and it is supposed to be fun with out breaking the bank.
2006-06-15 23:19:47 · answer #4 · answered by industrialconfusion 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
V Star 650
2006-06-16 11:17:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out the Honda 360. Its a good commuter and light and easy to handle. If you're tall, though, you may want to look at something in the 650 class.
2006-06-16 01:49:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on what you our ready 4.i'm 11 years old and i ride a 2006 1000cc GXR but i've been riding for 5 years.But you are a beginner i started out with a 250cc you should to in less you have dat need for da speed but in between 250 to 600 cc good luck
2006-06-15 21:25:18 · answer #7 · answered by ludamac32 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a Kawasaki Vulcan 750
2006-06-15 22:36:03 · answer #8 · answered by beau 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my first bike was a honda shadow 600 it is a good all around bike. it was easy to learn on and i never dropped it it has a low seat height and it only weighs 450lbs. it was very comfortable to ride even for long distances.
2006-06-16 00:44:15 · answer #9 · answered by deathdealer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a scotter thats what im getting for a easy bike
2006-06-15 21:17:25 · answer #10 · answered by kris42008 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋