I really don't want to get a sportbike because those are just so uncomfortable and I really can't afford the bike I truly want (Harley VROD) so I'm settling for what I think is the next best thing, a Harley Sportster which is far less than what I would pay if I bought a VROD. Please let me know what you think I should do!
2006-08-01 10:03:41 · 13 answers · asked by Ahmalya 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Sportsters are a good bike for you, as they are not too large. I ride a Honda Nighthawk 750, look it up....Very comfortable bike, handles great, and you can pick them up for about $2500.....Great bike.
Harley will be more like $7,000, but they are a lightweight, sporty bike that still has street cred. Ride safe!
2006-08-01 10:10:51 · answer #1 · answered by tonevault 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would buy an inexpensive used bike first. Something you can always resell for about what you got it for! Learn to ride on this and then when you have some miles under your belt, go for the bike you really really want. Suzuki makes some really good cruisers. I have a 1987 VS 700 V-twin and a 2003 LC 1500 Intruder as well, which is my primary rider. I find these bikes to be low maintenance and cost 1/2 of their Harley counter parts. But, I know some folks just won't have ANYTHING but a Harley. If that's what floats your boat, then go for it. But get some bike mileage under your belt first. Many of the local Harley shops now have a new rider program called "Riders Edge" and they have a course which lasts 2.5 days, usually over the weekend. If you take this course you will get a certificate which you can take to your MVD (or DMV?) and get your motorcycle endorsement with no tests, written or driven! Plus you will learn some skills that will stay with you down the road and help you keep the shiny side up! Good luck!!!
2006-08-01 10:14:53 · answer #2 · answered by viclioce 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The 883 puts out a whopping 45 horsepower. Might as well buy a moped. Keep in mind it is also known as the "chick" harley. The VROD is the most technically advanced harley. Puts out 115 hp off the showroom floor which is about 50 more hp than anything else they make. Given, its still 10 years behind the times (compared to 25 years for all their other bikes), but its a semi decent bike. Sadly, it is not well received by the Harley crowd since it spends more time on the road as opposed to in the back of a pickup truck like most other Harleys.
2006-08-03 10:16:46 · answer #3 · answered by Studley Von Longshlong 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I can't tell you squat about harleys. But don't forget there are other brands out there and I'm sure you could find one that looks like the VRod if that's all you like about it.
But if you're set on a harley, go for it. If you're inexperienced, get some crash bars for it, and make sure you put in some time in a parking lot before hitting the open street so you have time to get familiar with your bike.
Sure, you could certainly start out with a crappy bike, but I'm a believer in getting what you want right away, as long as it's not too heavy or extreme in other ways, and so long as you get in your practice time.
2006-08-01 10:16:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to look at a Kawasaki Vulcan 750. They are a nice sized bike and they handle very well. I think it would be a nice bike to use to get comfortable with riding until you save enough $$$$$ for your VROD. (did that sentence make sense?)
I personally wouldn't recommend a Sportster to anyone. I think they are uncomfortable and I don't like the way they handle.
2006-08-01 14:04:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's only a personal opinion, here, but I think you need to get a smaller bike, to start out on, if you've got limited experience. A Sportster, is a handful, and really should be a second purchase. I'm not trying to say that you can't ride, but you're better off getting something to hone your skills on ( and drop, a few times) before you go shelling out a ton af cash, on something bigger. If you're already a competent rider, then why not just wait, and get your dream bike. If you stay focused, and save your cash, you won't need to wait too long, before you can afford the rod. You only live once, dude. You may as well do what you gotta'. I'm not a big Harley fan, but the V Rod, is a sensual machine, especially to customise. One lifetime.........do it.
2006-08-01 10:19:04 · answer #6 · answered by flaming_dog_racing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would start out on a smaller bike until you got all the ways and means of a motorcycle down pat. A larger bike such as Sportster is for the more experienced rider to handle on the road with all the unexpected things that could happen. When buying a bike,make sure it is set to the height that is most comfortable to you as you sit on the seat,with your legs slightly bent, for better control.
2006-08-01 10:13:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 52. Been riding for 40 years. Started out on dirt bikes. My next was a 500 Honda. My next was a 700 Yamaha. I am now the proud owner of a Sportster. I definetly recommend starting out on a smaller bike.
2006-08-01 10:52:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't buy what you don't really want, you will be disapointed, buy the one you want or get a Softail Standard, which is a better bike on the resale market than a V-Rod.
Also you can find more extra's for a Softail, than a Vrod.
2006-08-01 10:51:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really should get a smaller and cheaper and slower bike to start out on. A motorcycle isn't like a bicycle, it takes alot of practice on a motorcycle.If you have any motorcycle experience, you might not do too bad, but don't think that you are ten foot tall and bullet proof. A Harley is too powerful for any one starting out.
2006-08-01 10:17:31 · answer #10 · answered by dt21675 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋