what is the best brand of motorcycle you can buy for around $7,000?

Question

by best means its got the highest speed for a bike also im begginner what bike is best thats maybe not to bulky since like i said im a begginer

i wasnt planning on getting a crocth rocket but i dont like the cruisers ether i was basiclly looking at the low level kawasaki the one thats 250 but i just wanted to know what be a good bike to save up for in the future so for a good starting bike would the kawasaki 250 still be too much or would you recommend it for a beginner

Answer 1

Well, if you're a beginner, I would say that getting a FAST bike would be a huge mistake...unless you want to become a statistic, that is. Save speed for later and get something that's easy to handle right now.

Your question has no one single right answer...the beginners' bike that is best for me may not be best for you. My advice is to do some serious online research of the different bike companies and see which one you like; then, go to the dealer and actually SIT on the bike to see if it's comfortable for you. (Most dealerships will NOT let you test drive a bike unless you have a motorcycle endorsement on your license, so you won't have that option.) The things you want to look for are:

1. Seat height. If the seat is too high, you'll have a hard time keeping your balance on the bike at a stop. You should be able to sit on the bike and have both feet flat on the ground. If you can't do that, the bike's seat is too high for you.

2. Balance. If you have to "muscle" the bike up off the kickstand, that means it's topheavy and will be tought to control at slow speeds. You should be able to stand the bike upright with very little effort.

3. Seating position. If you have to reach to put your hands on the grips, the handlebars are too far away from you. A good test is to sit on the bike, close your eyes, and reach for the bars in a natural movement. If the handlebars are at the right distance from you, your hands should fall naturally onto them with no reaching.

I strongly recommend AGAINST getting a sport bike as a "first bike." Like I said earlier, save speed for last. These types of bikes are VERY powerful and are a tad touchy to control, and should NOT be driven or bought by a beginner. Every single new rider I've ever known that has bought a sport bike - even a small one like a 500cc - has wrecked the bike within two months of purchase. These bikes require skill to safely operate, and you're just not ready for that yet.

I also STRONGLY recommend that you attend a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course BEFORE you buy a bike. That will give you the rudimentary skills you need to know what kind of bike will be best for you, and it may also let you get your license before you buy - which means you can test drive a bike if you want to. Either way, I can't recommend this course high enough!

Good luck, and ride safe!

Answer 2

Call your local BMV to see if they have motorcycle training class where they provide motorcycle. A 2-3 year old 250cc street bike by Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki might be best to learn on -- start in empty church parking lot and practice basics. My Yamaha FZ1 is one of the better values in the $7000 range -- 0-60 in 2.5 seconds -- 160MPH top speed. But I have just as much fun (or maybe more) riding my little RD350 around the city. The FZ1 or any similar bike would be dangerous to drive until you have started with a small bike (125-250cc) then moved up to intermediate bike 350-500cc) over a period of several hundred hours of riding. Remember -- people will not see you on the motorcycle -- drive like you are invisible and wear proper protection (long pants, riding jacket, boots, helmet) or you will not live long.

Answer 3

I have been riding for many years and I read 4 monthly magazines. My suggestion is to visit a reliable multi-product (Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki etc.) dealer. They should be able to select the best bike for your use. Speed is not what you want when you are a beginner. Before you purchase a bike, make sure you have enrolled in the Safety Foundation Beginners Course. In some states it is free! Once a bike is purchased make sure you take your time in learning how to ride, understanding the bike and watching out for other drivers. As I tell my children (ages 23,21, 20) that ride, you may only get ONE chance!

Answer 4

dont get a liter bike for a starter. it will kill u with the very first mistake u make. they do what the rider tells it to do instantly, even if it will cause a crash.
beginners cant handle non-forgiving bikes. and these bikes are 600cc and up, and typically have an 'R' in their name...gsxr being just 1 of them. beginners require docile bikes, or they wont survive even 1 season. if ur lookin for speed, save it for track days. dont even think about opening up any bike to redline on the street. that's beggin for trouble. a track wont have gravel, oil, sand, potholes, cagers or animals in the turns. the street will.

if u gotta get a sport bike, get a ninja-250, at the most a 500. that 500 or 250cc engine has more than enough power to get u a ticket on the street, but it will forgive a mistake that a gsxr wont. respect the bike, and u will live. if u dont, it will kill u. and before u commit to getting a bike, take the msf mc course.

Answer 5

i have a bud at work that bought a 750cc rocket as a 'starter', and halfway thru the season, he 'downgraded' and got a 500 ninja. when i asked him why he downgraded, he said that the 750 almost put him down too many times, and it was very very touchy. he said he loved the response the bike had but he didnt feel he had good enough reflexes to keep up with the bike. said the 500 ninja was alot better suited for him.

Answer 6

Listen to what b9 said dude.....his advise it spot on ......That being said.......Even with motorcycle lessons you are going to drop this bike....it's just part of the learning process. Do you really want to ding up a brand new spotless motorcycle?
Do yourself a favor and checkout for sale ads in your local paper. Find you a mid-range cruiser....maybe 650 to 800 cc, no more than two maybe three years old....BECAUSE the motorcycle it just the start...you are going to have to have helmets, motorcycle boots, gloves, a good heavy leather jacket with armor for winter riding, a lighter mesh jacket with armor for summer riding, shaded googles for daytime riding, clear googles for night time riding.....this list goes on forever..... take the lessons and forget the crotch rockets for now....and learn to be a proficent rider.....Believe me the need for speed can be satisfied later.

Answer 7

There really isn't much to add to what b9 said. Bikes aren't for everyone and looking for the fastest one right away is a sure way to get hurt, maybe before you even get out of the parking lot.

Answer 8

The Harley Sportster gives more bang for your buck wheather your a beginner or a veteran rider. The Sportster also gives you a moderate amount of power. The Sportster runs at about $7,000 to $8,000, it also gets excelent gas milage.

Answer 9

i have been riding for only a year and half, my 1st bike was a 1978 honda 500 which was great to learn on and taught me alot, i now have a 2005 vstar 650 which is great and gives me all the speed and enjoyment i need, and only cost 7000

Answer 10

$7000 is too much for a beginners bike. It will get damaged, you may not ride as much as you thought, you may not like the type of bike and want a change, after your first "incident" you may give up bikes. This happens to many people.