What kind of motorcycle should i buy?

Question

I don't know how to ride them just yet so i want to get a used one but don't know much about them, If anyone knows of someone that is selling one cheap please let me know????

Ilooking for a sports bike aka
(croch rocket)

i want a sport bike

Answer 1

It really really would be best not to start off on a sport bike. You can buy a nice used standard bike to cut your teeth on. Even if you only keep it for a year, it might be worth the wait because your skill level will go up and you'll be better able to handle a bike that is more in tune with your body and responds to body language like it's reading your mind.

Or you could start with a 250 or 500 Ninja even. I believe they may be more forgiving than a "true" sportbike.

But if after taking the course you feel your skills are up to handling a big boy, then go for it but be cautious. At the very least, spend some time in a parking lot riding around in circles and practicing manuevers until you get a good feel for it.

I do that with every new bike I buy, and especially when I upgraded from a Magna to a ZX6R. Sure, I could probably have hopped right on the road, but the extra practice didn't hurt. I'll never forget how ODD it felt when I first took off. And I was amazed at the responsiveness.

I really do recommend being cautious. Better to postpone your joy than to get what you want right away and then make a pricy goof on day one.

As for which one to get - if you get a standard first to bring your skill level up, you could jump right on something good. If you're tall enough, you could go with a 750. I wouldn't start larger than that. Or a 600 would be good too. You probably won't like the looks of the 650's - they're sport bike-like but they're less radically designed.

Personally, I would say pick out the one whose looks you like the best and which fits you physically. Then learn about that model; look for newsgroups about that specific bike and learn all the ins and outs and what actual owners say about it.

Answer 2

For a first sport bike, I'd suggest sticking with one that makes 50 hp or less. That may not seem all that big, but as a sport bike typically weighs around 400 lbs, one with 50 hp is going to take off like a Corvette. The typical 600 cc supersport these days makes twice that much horsepower, and would be a real handful for a beginner to control.

Fortunately, there's several good choices in the 50 hp and under market. Four good candidates for a first sportbike are the Kawasaki Ninja 250 or 500, Suzuki GS500F, and Buell Blast. Any one of these will have more than enough power to keep up with traffic - or scare you silly if you do something foolish with it - but they are pretty forgiving and predictable as far as sport bikes go. The Hyosung Comet 250 may also be worth considering - it's Korean, and may not be up to the quality of Japanes or American bikes, but it's not bad. I would avoid the Communist Chinese bikes that have been showing up, as these haven't shown signs of having very good quality. I have a GS500F myself.

When you check out a bike, try sitting in the saddle with the bike on the sidestand or centerstand, your feet on the pegs, and your hands on the grips. And see if it feels comfortable to do that for five or ten minutes. If something feels a little bit uncomfortable after five minutes, it's going to really hurt after an hour. Get a bike that you feel comfortable with. Only you can decide that one.

I would also recommend taking a riding class. These classes typically take place over the space of one weekend, and they'll provide the bike. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is the largest group in this business in the US, although there are other choices such as the Riders' Edge offered through Harley dealerships. This'll let you get the basics of how to control a bike in a safe environment.

Answer 3

The most important thing to look for in a first motorcycle as a beginner is, the smaller the better.

Statistically speaking, you're most likely to crash and be injured in your first few years of riding, and you want to minimize the damage by minimizing your speed.

The 600cc bikes are typically recommended as starter street bikes, but I have to disagree. Unless you've had significant riding experience, a 600 is a killer. If you want a good starter bike, go for a 250cc. The Ninja 250 doesn't look very impressive, and you'll probably think of it as a weak alternative. You could consider a Rebel 250, but it's a cruiser.

As most all the other answers mention, you'll want to take a motorcycle safety training course; but I'd recommend a slightly different first bike: a dirtbike. Offroad riding will allow you to develop skills a lot quicker that you can use on the road in higher risk situations later.

Answer 4

Take the MSF course first. That will teach you how to ride and help you figure out what works best for you.

As for a starting bike, buy a used one. That way you wont hate yourself if you drop it. The Kawasaki 250 Ninja is a great bike to start with. If it feels too small for you, try out the 500 Ninja and the Suzuki GS-500. The next step up would be either a Suzuki SV-650 or Ninja 650R. DO NOT start with a modern 4 cylinder 600. They are not forgiving. The bikes I've listed are more forgiving of beginner mistakes. The 600 class bikes will do exactly what you tell them to do regardless of whether or not you're telling it to do the right thing.

Answer 5

you could also look for a 500cc, suzuki makes a gs500f (older version being an gs500e)
the f has full fairings (plastics) and the e is a semi nekkid bike.

the reasion why i am mentioning this bike as a good starter bike is because the cost is relatively inexpensive, and the 500cc offers a little more power (where you may outgrow a 250) so you will be able to keep the bike longer b4 you upgrade. its a nice sized bike for your average build female and its not too heavy.

you can invest in framesliders to help protect the bike from tip overs (common newb learning curve).

i am also mentioning this bike due to experience, i learned on a Gs500e.

Answer 6

first and foremost, take the motorcycle safety course. I'd look at a suzuki 650SV, very beginner freindly and relativley inexpensive. Then ride as much as you can, practice makes you a safer/better rider. Beware of "cheap" bikes too, you never know how the previous owner treated the bike. You can occassionally find used ones at the dealers but they have thier mark ups too. Whatever you decide to do, wear your gear, be safe and keep the rubber side down.

Answer 7

Look for some thing within the 250-350cc variety to begin out on.Honda insurgent is a fab watching motorcycle,no longer overpowering both,If you'll be able to discover an historic Honda Hawk,that could be a well starter too,it's an automated,so you'll be able to listen extra on driving and no more on moving.

Answer 8

take the msf safety class before u saddle up on a bigger scoot. they have 250cc bikes to learn on, is easier to get ur full endorsement, and u'll have a much better idea of what's involved before u hit the street.
stay off the crotch rockets. they'll kill a noob on the 1st mistake made.

*edit*
if u take harley's safety course 'riders edge', u'll get a idea of what a sportbike will feel like. they use the 250cc buell blast as the training bike.

Answer 9

it all depends on if you want a sports bike or a cruser. if you are looking for a sports bike aka croch rocket, and how much that you could lift you dont want a bike that is to heavy for you to lift just incase you lay it down. if you are going to go for a sports bike i would go with a 600 they are light and that are great to learn on they arnt to fast but they will give you the basic of riding. if you want a cruser i would go with some that if comfterbul for you.

Answer 10

I have a Honda Shadow Spirit 750 thats been lowered. I love it it is sporty and fun. The most important thin gis you have to feel comfortable on it. Sit on a few models and see. Good Luck and happy riding.