what would be the best starter motorcycle?

Question

i want a hayabusa would it be a good starter bike or a gsx r 600

Answer 1

Both of these are so unwise as first bikes that I am not sure if you simply are new to the bike world or yanking my O-ring chain. The last time I visited the local Suzuki dealer looking at bikes, the salesman took me into the service area and there was a Hayabusa that he said was bought by a first time rider. There was Georgia red clay crammed into it everywhere, and the bike was having its fairing replaced, the gauges replaced, and some parts of the front fork replaced. I believe the rider needed to have some of his own parts replaced or at least straighened out, too. The salesman told me they had first time rider manage to do that sort of thing often enough on Hayabusas that they usually had one like that in the shop.

A GSXR600 is not quite as insane, but still a dangerous choice as it's got enough power to move a small car. Being a race replica bikes, it also has very grabby brakes that could make you drop it in a corner if you accidentally apply them too hard.

I would recommend another Suzuki instead if you want one of their sport bikes. That would be the GS500F; I've got one myself. These have much the same styling as the other Suzuki sportbikes and the ergonomics are closer to the Hayabusa than the Gixxer, but they're a good deal more forgiving and predictable. It's still faster than most things with four wheels, but it's far less likely to punish a beginner mistake.

Answer 2

Sorry to burst your bubble, but neither of those is a good starter bike.

If you can, try to get something that is not sport bike for your starter. Sport bikes are capable of incredible acceleration and will get you in trouble really fast if you don't know what you're doing.

If you are a true novice and have never really ridden before, get something 500 cc or less in a cruiser or standard style. These bikes don't have anywhere near the power of the sport bikes and are much better for beginners. Look at it this way, would you teach someone how to drive in a Corvette or a Viper? Or would you take the Neon? Also, a small bike like that is usually pretty cheap, so you buy it, use it for a year and sell it to buy something nicer.

Answer 3

If this is truly a starter bike, that is your first bike (especially a street bike) you should start out with something inexpensive, reliable and easy to handle. I would suggest a Yamaha V Star or a Honda Shadow - something in that price range and size range. You can pick up nice used models for $3000. Ride it for 6 months, or a year if you are really new to biking, and then decide what you want. Consider how you are going to ride the bike, how far you will ride it, comfort, cost and style (cruiser or crotch rocket). For example, if you are going to want to take medium to long trips on the bike, you'll probably want a cruiser. If you just want to go on short rides around town you could get a racing style bike. Also keep in mind if it will be solo riding or riding with someone on the back. A cruiser is much more comfortable for a passenger.

Answer 4

Hayabusa? Haha, you're funny. That would easilly rank amoungst the worst starter bikes out there. For a first bike you probably shouldn't go beyond a 500cc.

People who go for a liter bike or larger tend to be getting into the sport for the image it will give them. Trust me, if you get the Hayabusa, most people will think you're an idiot.

Answer 5

My first bike was a Yamaha V-Star 650 (is actually, I still have it) and it's been great. Good size, enough power to ride on the highway but not so much it can get away from me as. Good looking bike, handles well, reliable...and if you decide you want to keep riding and graduate to something else, then you've had a good foundation as your start.

Take an MSF course and learn your basic skills (if you haven't already). That course will teach you things that common sense doesn't, and I recommend it to anyone who rides/operates a motorcycle. In fact, even non riders would benefit greatly from the course, as it would help them to be more aware of motorcycles on the road, and what a rider goes through to operate a bike in traffic.

Answer 6

Jim makes the most valid point. Be safe first and foremost. Max Cruise is also correct with the suggestion of a Dual Sport bike. I rode a Suzuki DR 650 for couple of years and loved it. I've had about 50 bikes in my 50 yrs on earth and any of them will get you hurt. Good to see seasoned riders like Jim and Max steering the way for the new guys.

Answer 7

Don't get anything that has an R in it lol. R stands for Racing, and you do not need to be doing anything of the sort until you are prepared and ready to handle it. Get a Kawasaki Ninja 250 or 500 to start out with. Take a MSF Safety course. Then when you're ready, move up to a Gixxer. We all see enough road kill on the roads. I don't want to be passing by your corpse next. Stay safe, drive smart, Don't get a gixxer for your first bike.

Answer 8

The Suzuki is a wonderful monster machine. It is not a starter bike. You would do better with a 500cc or 600cc, starter bike. Remember when you drop the bike all that plastic will break. Start with a naked bike.

Answer 9

I'd stay away from the bikes you asked about unless you ridden before. Start off with an older bike, like a Cb or KZ 750's that way they are still fun to ride but it won't cost as much when you crash them.. besides they are way more comfortable.

Answer 10

hello Scott,
well i can understand ur curiosity to ride a bike as ur just a beginner.
however when u ask for best starter bike no one can give a particular bike bcoz there are no as such designated bikes to this category.
wat can i suggest u is go for naked bike-Honda Hornet 250cc.
it gives gud mileage, amazing durability and handling, normal pick-up, normal power, easily available parts, under budget bike, very reliable machine.

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