2006-10-05 06:14:40 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Definetly go with a used bike to start with, as you will outgrow a smaller bike pretty quick. Depends on your size too. A 500-750 cc is what I started on. I am 5'8 135lbs. I started on a Honda Shadow, only because it was cheaper than the Harley's. Go to your local bike dealership, sit on them, get a feel for what you are comfortable with.
2006-10-05 06:22:00 · answer #1 · answered by naughty_mattress_monkey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One that's small enough that you can touch both feet to the ground while sitting on it, light enough that you can pick it up if it falls over, but big enough that you don't feel cramped up on it. As a general rule, the perfect beginner size for a cruiser may be anywhere from 125 to 800 cc's depending on your strength and height. You ought to visit a motorcycle showroom and check out some different models to see which one fits you - and ignore any pushy salesman who says you really "need" a bike too heavy for you.
2006-10-05 14:44:03 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This Honda cruiser is the best
Shadow VLX
583cc liquid-cooled 52-degree V-twin
583cc
Ignition CD with electronic advance, two spark plugs per cylinder
Transmission Wide-ratio four-speed
Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain
More info at this site http://www.motorcycleconnect.com/Reviews/MotorcycleSpecs.asp?LinkTab=spec&MotorcycleID=1314
It is perfect for someone at 5ft5-10, 130-160 lbs.
2006-10-06 08:16:46 · answer #3 · answered by johnnysfsurfer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Honda Shadow 750 Aero. They are nice bikes with low maintenance with a low seat height. You'll be glad you did. Take the MSF motorcycle safety course first.
2006-10-05 06:53:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A 1200 Sportster? Get serious. You're going to get someone killed with poor jokes like that.
500 cc Vulcan is a good bike. Unlike Harleys, it has a good power to weight ratio, is light, handles well and is... reliable.
2006-10-05 19:42:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something like a low rider they have the anti wobble factored in the design because there low to the ground
2006-10-05 06:18:32 · answer #6 · answered by froggerty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yamaha Vstar Custom. I loooove mine.
2006-10-05 12:42:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1200 sportster
2006-10-05 06:37:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honda Rebel is nice.
2006-10-05 09:50:38 · answer #9 · answered by Have gun, will travel. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A virago 250cc or honda hornet.
2006-10-05 06:31:23 · answer #10 · answered by airbrushau 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋