Ive had one for a while and i noticed more people are getting some and i asked and alot said its because of gas. I get almost 50mpg on mine and was wondering if that was an incentive for otheres to get one.
2007-07-13 12:36:26 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
well i got it beasue i enjoy riding saves me time by splitting lanes and of course gas. I was just wondering if gas prices would push people to get one.
2007-07-13 17:49:21 · update #1
Yup, most of the newbies out there are getting them cuz of gas prices. Can't blame em, just wish they had more experence riding. Took em a long time to realize what we been saying all along!
2007-07-14 11:58:43 · answer #1 · answered by randy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Generally speaking, motorcyces are cheaper on gas but the ownership costs are higher, just as the other person said.
Depreciation is higher, tires must be replaced more frequently, and replacement part costs are much higher. For example- a set of pistons for a v8 GM costs $150; a set of rings for a single piston of a metric bike cost $150.
In addition, as mentioned above, there is the inconvenience factor- no weather protection, limited storage, not to mention specialized clothing such as gloves, jacket, helmet etc. Plus the lack of airbags and so on.
People who buy bikes just to save gas money inevitably end up selling the bike after a couple months. Motorcycles in North America are strictly a hobby. Lower fuel cost is a side bonus.
2007-07-13 22:12:47 · answer #2 · answered by Deckard2020 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I got one just because it's enjoyable to ride. The same reason I'm sure that soccer moms got their giant SUV's and the rednecks all drive around in the jack up 4x4's, and my neighbor has one of those little moped things that probably gets 100 mpg. We don't really care that much about fuel prices when it comes down to it we want what we what and it has nothing to do with economy. If that were the case there would be a lot more people on the road with me when I'm on my other bike, a 21 speed Bianchi, which incidentally I enjoy riding immensely for the fitness aspect of it. The truth is motorcycles could get 200 mpg and if you don't like them or are scared of them or don't think they are cool your just not gonna ride one.
2007-07-13 21:03:49 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I did, I tired of paying gas even for a Ford Ranger, Ironically I'm paying about the same to fill up the bike now as it took for the ford a couple years ago. I get a whole week out of the bike, usually had to fill the truck twice a wk.
2007-07-13 19:47:40 · answer #4 · answered by vladoviking 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would a very impractical decision to get a bike simply to save on fuel. Think about it :
Avg car mileage of 20 mpg @ 15,000 miles/ year and $3/gallon costs $2250.00 per year in fuel
Avg bike mileage of 45 mpg @ 15,000 miles per year and $3 / gallon costs $1000 per year in fuel
Savings = $1250 per year.
That adds up to roughly $104 of savings per month. The average bike will probably cost you more than that in a monthly payment if you finance.
It could take you 4 years to break even if you buy a small $5000 bike. If you get a bike of $1250 or less, you still won't break even, since older bikes generally require a lot of TLC spending for maintenance and repairs. I am not even factoring in the extra cost of tires ($250 every 7000 miles - add $500 bucks per year), chains, valve adjustments, insurance, etc.... which are all generally higher on bikes. Then there is the convienece factor - you'll still need the car to get the groceries, carry friends and family around...
Nope, I'd suggest to only get a bike if you truely enjoy riding.
2007-07-13 20:34:56 · answer #5 · answered by CafeTBird 4 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Nahh...I buy too many groceries and stuff for a backpack. I was riding on the back of one once that hit a deer so I now have Post Traumatic Motorcycle Stress Deer Disorder. (PTMSDD...Not to be confused with PMSTDD which is
Pre-Menstral Syndrome Traumatic Disoriented Disorder)
2007-07-16 12:45:09 · answer #6 · answered by Over The Rainbow 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
CafeTbird is on the right road, but then he forgets that you get to sell your bike when you are done with it. So you pay maybe $5K for your bike, ride it a few years, it's still worth at least $3K.
So a person really does save. Especially if they want to buy a smaller bike or scooter that costs less to begin with and gets even better mileage.
My BMW doesn't get impressively better mileage than my full sized 4x4 Titan. And if my girlfriend brings her bike on a ride we are really doing badly for fuel economy.
2007-07-14 10:53:01 · answer #7 · answered by ninebadthings 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I bought the Reflex last year and it has saved me a great deal of money over driving the gas guzzling Escort (those words don't look right together). 38mpg from the Escort vs. 70mpg from the Reflex, no contest.
Ride Safe
2007-07-13 20:06:40 · answer #8 · answered by csburridge 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no get a diesel volkswagen they get 50 mpg sometimes better. motorcycles are strictly for fun & picking up hardbellys at the bar. practical people dont belong on bikes their the reason we have to wear helmets, put on mufflers, mirrors & turn signals and the new ones have catylitic converters & probably air bags next. get a bug and stay in your safe cage! motorcycles are for people who know their gonna die & dont care. but if it feels good DO IT.dont get a bike for any other reason.
2007-07-13 22:13:45 · answer #9 · answered by Who Dat ? 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No. if you don't enjoy riding, it's a waste of money. I think that is just an excuse to justify the purchase.
2007-07-14 00:38:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋