I have never been on a motorcycle i want to buy this honda rebel 250cc for $700 However im 6'3 wat do u advise

Answer 1

a little 250 is a great beginer bike. I'm 5'2" and strated on a 650, so you may be a little large and a little disapointed in the power curve, but you'll learn about a bike and wont feel bad about dropping it. (and you will drop it) we all do. Ride it brother then swap up it's a blast and at 6'3" who's going to mess with you. Just pick up the bike and crush them with it if they talk smack.

Answer 2

Go take the MSF class:

http://www.msf-usa.org/

A lot of their training fleet are Rebel 250's (and Nighthawk 250's). This will kill 2 birds with 1 stone, it'll get you sorta prepared to ride a bike on the street, and give you a chance to try out the 250's (as well as riding, to see if you even like it). I've never been on a Rebel 250, but speaking as someone who's put a few thousand miles on an EX250, and someone who's 6'4", that's not an uncomfortable bike at all.. nor did it lack for power for any street needs, or feel like it was straining at highway speeds.

I know this doesn't help you with the thought of buying a $700 bike now. On that front, it's a fairly good deal, but what does it need? Do you have the motivation to deal with Fixing a bike? Do you have the Experience to try fixing the bike? Are you willing to have a possibly unreliable bike? If yes to most of those, then pay a professional mechanic to do a PrePurchase Inspection. Typically, it'll cost you an hours labor ($65~85), but give you an idea of what the bike is Really worth and what it needs. both in terms of replacements (tires, brakes, chain, sprockets, whatever) and repair (valve adjustment, brake fluid, oil and filter, bearings, etc).

It could be a good deal, or it could be a Huge money pit. Take care that you don't fall into the saying about a fool and his money (they're soon parted), by being as informed as possible.

Answer 3

The Honda Rebel 250 would be a good starter bike, and $700 bucks sounds like a reasonable price, but only if the bike is in good and running condition. At 6'3" "that" bike will probably feel like a minibike and could even be a bit awkward for you to control.
Another thing to consider is this, once you learn to ride and start to feel confident, you will want to expand your riding area and eventually will want to start making some road trips. This is where you would appreciate a larger bike. The heavier bikes also have wider tires and make control much easier.
After a bit, you will wish you had more horsepower. I would suggest not getting anything under a 750cc bike. I try to envision someone with your frame on like a Honda 750 shadow, which would be a great beginner bike for you, and honestly, even that bike you may look a bit large on. And I am talking 750's here, so please do yourself a favor and save your money for something bigger.
Be safe and good luck!

Answer 4

Most people don't keep a Honda Rebel long enough to tear it up too badly, but it probably hasn't had a lot of TLC either. The bike you're looking at for $800 may have had a dozen or more different owners over the past 20 years... Definitely look at the tires, chain and sprockets, battery, shocks, brakes, lights & signals, etc... If the current owner can't tell you the last time the bike was serviced, then plan on an oil & filter change and a tune-up right away. While the shop has it in for that tune-up, have them check the clutch and cables for wear and corrosion. I wouldn't be too concerned about the little details on this bike, as it's only $800, and your fiancee is going to be ready to move up to a bigger bike after one season on the little 250. Good luck!

Answer 5

The engine size isn't an issue, but I highly recommend sitting on it for a while to make sure you're comfortable, as this bike has a pretty small frame and can get kind of cramped for a tall rider. If there is any part of you that feels uncomfortable after five minutes in the saddle, rest assured that it will HURT after riding it half an hour.

If the Rebel fits you, great! If not, I would recommend looking for a dual sport (basically a street legal dirt bike) in the 200 to 350 cc engine range, a Kawasaki Ninja 250, or a Honda Nighthawk 250.

Answer 6

I wouldn't do it . I bought a Kawasaki Vulcan 500- thinking that it was plenty big for me, I'm 5'7". 2 months later I traded it in for a 900 and lost money on the deal. You can't really take a 250 on the freeway without straining the engine. I'd hold out for a bigger bike if I were you.
If you've never been on a motorcycle before, I recommend a motorcycle safety course. It cost around $200, you'll learn to ride safely and you can get an idea if you even like riding or not.

Answer 7

That's a good deal for a Honda Rebel. Sad news is the Rebel is way too small for you. You will hate it almost immediately. My suggestion is to start with the Suzuki SV-650 (used if possible). Take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course in your area and get alot of miles in especially if you plan to trade up. If you want more advice in depth just let me know and I will help all I can.

Answer 8

Good choice. If you've never been on a motorcycle, then 250cc is a good one to start with. You've a very good heigt too. I've a Honda Interceptor 800cc (VFR800). Before which I had yamaha r6, and r1. Crashed Both. Is it worth $700? All depends on the condition, mileage and so on.

Here's a good site to evaluate a used motorcycle before buying:

http://www.clarity.net/adam/buying-bike.html

Answer 9

Hi, $700. is a steal, in April I paid 3,000. for an o6 Rebel. The height from the ground is less than 28", so, for someone 6'3" it could prove a bit uncomfortable, but it can be done.

Answer 10

Don't. You're too big.
Take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. You'll learn motorcycling on a small motorcyle (probably a 250).
Then get a bigger motorcyle.