Hi,
I'm thinking of getting a used Kawi 650R for my first bike...
thought? recommendations? alternatives? suggestions?
Thanks!
2007-02-23 07:47:31 · 8 answers · asked by shake 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Is it good for newbies?
are there any better alternatives as starter bikes??
and I'm kinda short... is there anyway to lower these (like about an inch)?
2007-02-23 08:00:01 · update #1
Of course you can lower it in the future.
My first bike was a Kawasaki 500. Now, depending on your height and weight and all your other fun features, a 650 may be perfect or to small. Now notice I didn't say to big, well it could be, but I doubt it.
I would reccomend taking a motorcycle course if they are offered in your area as this would give you an idea of power, usually they only use 250s however.
I only ride a 750 and I am 240lb 6'. Now, its a little to small for me, but I enjoy it. Engine size, I'd say 650 is perfect starter. Best of luck to you.
2007-02-23 08:16:32 · answer #1 · answered by Alan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
any sport bike that has an 'R' on the end is a race replica type and a chitload of power. they will do exactly what the rider tells it to do at a split second even if the action will cause the rider to eat the asphalt. they also have 6 piston front brake calipers...if u lock these up, over the bars u go, and these brakes will be vicious compared to what is on touring and cruiser bikes.
a bike like this will get a rookie in a hell of alot of trouble. u would get in so far over ur head, u will find out the hard way that this is too much bike for u to safely handle. there's more to it than meets the eye. even a 250cc ninja will kill a rookie that disrespects the power a water cooled engine has. a 250cc ninja piloted by even a moderately skilled rider will eat up a complete squid on a larger bike in the twisties. any1 can twist the gas and get it up to 100+.....but can u handle this speed on a 2 lane road?
2007-02-23 13:52:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont get a race type bike as a starter. that bike u are looking at is 1 of those types. u make a mistake with it, it will put u down real hard. u would be safer to get a ninja-250 or 500, or the buell blast. rocket's are the least forgiving bike u can get...10x's less forgiving than the lightest cruiser. go thru the msf course. what u learn there could save yer azz. u cant afford a mistake. ride like u are completely invisible. i would highly suggest u get a cruiser first. at least they will be more forgiving. after about a season or 2, u might be ready for a rocket. remember that rocket's typically isnt built to be a bike to go on 200 or 300 mile trips in a sitting comfortably either.
2007-02-23 09:33:18 · answer #3 · answered by forktail_devil 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yamaha FZ6 is also a good choice. It looks big, but you can get a lower seat. You could also start with a Buell blast. You could probably find one online for about $1000. It is small (short) and lightweight, and is the best starter bike to learn on.
2007-02-23 08:09:57 · answer #4 · answered by Strategic Sourcing Expert 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The DRZ400 is a sturdy motorbike for twin sport and discovering. you could decrease it at an analogous time as discovering and on the line. i like the Honda 250 twin sport too. they have greater potential than you may think of and are risk-free and lightweight weight. you're tall sufficient that the two will artwork for you. Your journey will strengthen and so will your self assurance. sturdy luck ! Be risk-free.
2016-09-29 12:53:34 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with forktail_...
a race bike is not a good beginner bike
one mistake and you are on your ***
2007-02-23 10:27:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if is good buy it
2007-02-23 07:53:51 · answer #7 · answered by AntraX 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If it fits, buy it.
2007-02-23 07:50:23 · answer #8 · answered by lisateric 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋