I used to think that I wanted a rocket type bike, now my taste has leaned the other direction. For example, I really like the look of the V-Star and they are closer to my price range than a Harley. Any help would be appreciated, thanks!
2006-07-12 08:48:51 · 13 answers · asked by jamisgt 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
A yamaha r1
2006-07-12 09:10:08 · answer #1 · answered by Patrisha 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you're hankering for a cruiser, the best first bikes are (in no particular order):
Honda Shadow 600cc
Kawasaki Vulcan
Suzuki Savage
I know some folks think a lady should start on a 250cc bike, but that's hogwash. You'll outgrow that engine in less than three months and wish you had gone with something in the 500-750cc range.
Sit on them at the store and see which model fits your body the best. Kind of like trying on clothes. Some adjustments can be made (tilting the handlebars forward/back, lowering the seat 1/2", etc.). Ask the salesman.
Oh, and as for salesmen, some of them seem to think ladies aren't smart enough to discuss bikes, or that all we're interested in is the color of the paint. Find a salesperson who treats you with respect and answers all your questions. They're out there.
2006-07-12 14:51:36 · answer #2 · answered by bikerchickjill 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be completly honest, if you have little or no experience riding a street bike. I wouldn't recommend anything as big as that. I would suggest buying something relatively inexpensive and low powered to give yourself a little road experience first. Like a 250 Honda rebel or such. They are very good handling and dependable. They also have a decent resale value so you will be able to get almost all of your money back and then turn it towards the bigger bikes when you are ready.
If you do decide to go with the a bigger bike right away. The V-Star would be a good way to start. I think that they are made by Yamaha. They are sharp looking and I've heard they ride really nice. They have tons of cool add-ons accesories so you can personalize it to make it your own.
2006-07-12 09:17:55 · answer #3 · answered by joseph g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Harleys are junk. Price inflated, old person riding, break down all the time, worse gas mileage than a car, slow POSes.
Go with a Honda VFR, its a sport touring bike that has won sport bike of the year more than any bike.
Get the best of both worlds: looks like a crotch rocket (for the ladies!) and is comfortable to ride. The engines are great and can get 100-200k miles if taken care of. They can get 60 mpg and the insurance is much lower than a true crotch rocket.
check out the pics and info at VFR discussion.
http://www.vfrdiscussion.com/
2006-07-12 08:57:16 · answer #4 · answered by gravvyboat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How big are you? How much riding experience do you have?
Pretty difficult to help you without some of this info.
Cruiserbikes are pretty heavy, although Honda makes a Shadow V-twin 650 that is pretty light. The Harley 883 is also fairly light for its size.
2006-07-12 08:53:43 · answer #5 · answered by badbilly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been riding for six years on my first and only bike, a 2000 Honda VFR 800. Lots of folks tried to talk me out of it, said I should start with a used beater bike, etc.
Instead, I took the MSF safety class (an absolute must - everyone I've talked to agrees, including experienced riders returning to it), and bought the VFR. Never regretted it.
2006-07-12 08:52:46 · answer #6 · answered by Timothy W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother and I bought 2 new bikes for a summer vacation. His 1200 Bandit leaked gas and ruined the motor before it got 2000 miles. We asked Suzuki to replace the motor so we could go on vacation. They said it’s to expensive and would cost $3000. After 4 months and the vacation gone they got the motor rebuilt at a their cost of $3700. The dealer wanted to replace the motor but Suzuki squashed that. The gas stained cases and burnt exhaust pipes were not replaced. The bike got nicked and scratched all over from being apart for so long. The rep rode it and looked at it, then said it’ good as new. It ran like crap and looked worse. We called Japan for nothing, and even wrote the US CEO all for nothing. We spent $15,000 for the bikes to get Fd. We spent our vacation hassling with Suzuki, and not one person there gave a F! Beware Suzuki’s warranty is not worth the paper it’s printed on! Buy one of their lemons are get Fd like we did!
2006-07-14 13:20:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just go to a good dealer or multiple dealers and check out the different bikes to see what you like the bike may look good but until you actually sit on them you wont know what fits you. remember that you may ride for a long time and you need a bike that is comfortable to you and one that you like then look to see what options you can get with it, ie... windshield roadbars radio backrest different handlebars etc... take some time and then make your decision and get a good helmet and take a safety class good luck
2006-07-14 22:45:24 · answer #8 · answered by turkey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can get a used Harley at a fair price ---- my ex got a soft tail for $2,000.00 ----that's not an error, nor was it a junk Harley.... a guy had major financial troubles and needed the money - right away or his family would lose their home.... I'd look around for deals ---local papers --- check with local bike shops etc.
2006-07-12 08:57:20 · answer #9 · answered by jaimestar64cross 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Honda Rebel 250. My husband said it was the best starter bike.
2006-07-12 08:52:05 · answer #10 · answered by sasperilla23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone asks this question. You should pick up a Motorcycle Buyers guide. You can find them at Barnes & Noble or pretty much anywhere magazines are sold.
2006-07-12 08:53:53 · answer #11 · answered by partydudette52 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋