I'm about to get my M1 license and am trying to figure out which to buy out of those 4 companies. I'm a male, age: 21, height: 5'8", weight: 128 lbs. I like all the companies and want a 600 cc range bike.
2007-02-04 17:16:49 · 14 answers · asked by Star-Scream 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I have owned Honda's and am into Kawasaki's now. For my wife its nothing but Yamaha. Your best bet is to check out the various Cycle mags. They do side by side shoot outs between the new models every year....and that will give you a place to start. Next you need to go to the various dealerships in your area and sit on each bike....pull them up off of the kickstand and see how they feel. Are your feet flat on the floor? Do you have to lean forward to reach the bars? When you find a bike that fits you ....you will know it.
There was a time (when I was your age) that a 600cc bike was considered a HOSS. Now its considered to be a light weight cruiser. My wife is 5'-2" tall 115 to 120 pounds and she rides a Yamaha 1100 V-Star (and yes she can and has picked it up).
I cannot suggest this strongly enough.......Take the Motor Cycle Safety Foundation Course!!!... The vast majority of motorcycle accidents happen to new riders.....(riders with less that 10,000 miles under their belts) This course will give you a BIG leg up on your fellow newbies and in most states completion of this course will earn you discounts on your insurance....etc.
Good luck and ride safe brother
2007-02-05 05:34:33 · answer #1 · answered by Rider (12NI) 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yamaha and Honda would be considered better quality. Depends also if you are looking at a cruiser style or a crotch rocket.
I have a cruiser - Yamaha V-Star. Well, still have the old 78 Honda as well. I did have a Suzuki Intruder. Nice bike, but I notice the difference in quality.
2007-02-05 09:22:14 · answer #2 · answered by ridethestar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all....the Japanese bikes are all about the same in fit, finish, and quality. Honda guys will tell you to buy Honda....Yamaha guys will tell you buy their brand...etc. What type of bike you looking for? Cruiser or crotch rocket? My preference is for Suzuki cruisers and based upon your size and weight I'd suggest the Suzuki S50 myself. Nice peppy little cruiser that is a blast to ride. Light enough to be easy to handle at slow speeds and handles well enough to be driven briskly in the twisties. Not a crotch rocket but then I wouldn't have one myself. To each their own. MY advice is go to s bike store that carries all four metric bikes and see what fits you and tickles YOUR fancy. If you want a H-D then buy an 883 Sportster although I know Harley guys that wouldn't be caught dead on an 883 Sportster. The call it the "bottom feeder's Harley"!
2007-02-05 06:14:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This question depends on the type of bike you want.
If it is a crotch rocket go with the GSXR (suzuki). Done!
If you want a cruizer then the progression goes:
Honda or Yamaha (same in all areas)
Suzuki (Suzy or "girly" bike)
Kawasaki (who wants to be seen on a "cow")
I have a 2001 honda shadow with 38,000 + miles on it and it has seen a shop 1 time and that was for a rear tire and chain.
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2007-02-05 06:00:47 · answer #4 · answered by Mark M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think he is like a hurricane. He could come to a cricket match and do very little damage or he could powerfully and demolish everything. Not too long ago he destroyed the Pune Warriors in the IPL and scored 175 (not out) in 66 balls. But then again he has gone out for a duck 21 times in ODI's since he started. It all depends on the day and not the type of bowlers.
2016-05-24 14:21:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its all preference and how they are ridden. I have friends who break every bike they ride while I haven't had a bike go bad on me yet. I would take them for a ride or at least spend some time sitting on them at the dealer to see which one feels the most comfortable. If you are just starting out you may want to pick a model that is more stable such as the CBR600rr its know for its smooth ride and predictable handling characteristics.
2007-02-05 06:31:00 · answer #6 · answered by Dina B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your looking for reliability, the Honda is going to be your bike, Yamaha have more bikes built for speed and race days, but are also reliable, im not sure why anyone would want anything else really.
Honda tend to be better value for money.
2007-02-04 19:45:38 · answer #7 · answered by Hb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throw them all in a barrel, shake them up and pour them out and they'll all look the same.
All the Japanese bikes are so equal in the categories that you've listed that it really comes down to;
Ergonomics, which bike fits you best?
Style, which bike makes your pulse rate go up?
Dealer support, which bike has the best local dealer or dealer network?
Price, of those dealers who's giving you the best overall deal? Remembering that there is more to the 'bottom line' than sale price alone.
Good luck!
2007-02-04 23:54:51 · answer #8 · answered by Nomad 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow im about the exact same as you 5'7", 135 lbs, and 21 aswell. i just bought a 2005 yamaha r6 a few months back and i have yet to be dissapointed. although i have tried them all (specs aswell as riding) i found none that came close.
2007-02-04 19:56:21 · answer #9 · answered by Kodi B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See, all you get is personal opinion. Check out the bikes in side by side comparison in the bike magazines, pretty good source.
2007-02-05 01:59:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋