Looking at getting my first bike and want to hear opinions on weather I should make it a Sport or go for the traditional Cruiser style?
2007-02-19 03:27:24 · 13 answers · asked by ragbagz 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Sport you look hot.
Cruser you look cool.
Sport, $2000 - $5000 per year for insurance.
Cruser, $200 - $500 per year for insurance.
Take your pick.
2007-02-19 08:52:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That should be based on your personality. I myself don’t see the point in owning a cruiser and I’m sure some cruisers say the same about sports.
Because this is your first bike I would recommend something less expensive. Learn on that bike then you will know what you really want and can go get it.
Good starters are Ninja 250 and 500, SV650, FZ6, F4I, and more.
I would shy away from a full faring at first because plastic aint cheap and you will drop it.
A good option after you get past your learning stage would be an ST1300. They are fast, you can have fun in corners and they are great for long distance. Granted it is no liter bike in the corners and its no Gold Wing full tour but it is the best amalgam. There are others in this class that are good bikes too.
2007-02-19 03:37:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
What are you going to do on it? If you are going to commute to work every day, get a cruiser it will save your a s s!
If, on the other hand, you just wanna have fun on weekends, go sport.
Also, for me -I'm 6'3" & 340 lbs, a cruiser is the way to go. If you weigh less than 200, not so much of a problem. Finally, get a bike you can stand-up if it is tipped over. Cruisers are heavy.
2007-02-19 03:39:59 · answer #3 · answered by roscoedeadbeat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well for learning i would buy a dirt bike first. This is a excellent way to see how to work the clucth and braking systems. Also the dirt bike will help you to keep your balance in varying conditions. I think my expedience and the dirt bike was invaluable when i bought my first bike wich is a sport bike a Rc51 honda and i love it i was ready for everything the road threw at me. See safe riding can't really be taught you have to have experience. Wind, traffic,rain are all very diffent on a bike then in a car. But when move to street bike i would buy a sport bike. Only because the brakes are way better and u can turn much more easily when u get used to leaning witch can be akward at first.
2007-02-19 06:14:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For your first bike I'd get a "plain vanilla" "standard" motorcycle, something really basic. Then see what you think. If you get more into the performance and handling side of things (FAST), then you later on can go into sport bikes. If you like to just putz around town and "be seen" , then a cruiser. If you like going fast and taking longer trips, several hours at a time, then a sport-touring. If you like the long trips but no thrill out of speed or cornering fast, then a regular touring bike, ie a "bagger' or GoldWing style bike.
2007-02-19 09:21:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
This is really dependent on what type of riding you'd like to do.
Sport bikes are higher performing machines. Cruisers are designed to cruise, comfortably.
I drive my car like a maniac. I'm an ex-NYC cabdriver. I ride my motorcycle to relax. I can ride all day comfortably on my Intruder 1400. I don't want to ride my bike like a bat out of hell either and find myself slowing down to relax and enjoy the ride. The truth of the matter is that my Intruder is pretty quick compared to any car.
It's really up what type of riding YOU want to do.
2007-02-19 04:27:57 · answer #6 · answered by Glennroid 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sport is alright for around town or short trips within a few hours, not comfortable for a long ride.
Cruiser is good for around town or the long trip, the most comfortable next to the tour bike like a goldwing.
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2007-02-19 06:56:38 · answer #7 · answered by gretsch16pc 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
cruiser, do you like to ride all day, or just short trips around town. sport is for short trips, some people say the ride them all day, long miles but not half as easy as a cruiser, and you can still cruise around town short trips.
2007-02-19 08:41:51 · answer #8 · answered by mxlj 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gixx has got it on this one. Start out with a cruiser first then work up to something faster/sportier. You have to be able to ride before you can race.
2007-02-19 03:50:26 · answer #9 · answered by Ellwood 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. Do i prefer McDonalds or Burger King?
Only you can choose. They are about as different as 2 bikes can get.
If you like excitement and fun get the sports bike.
If you are middle aged, fat and have a secret leather fetish get a cruiser.
2007-02-19 03:36:20 · answer #10 · answered by SpannerMonkey 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋