2007-10-02 13:32:01 · 10 answers · asked by mike t 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
It's really not what you ride but how you ride it. Don't push it to the limit for at least 6months. Most accidents occur because a rider thinks he/she can do tricks or go fast thru traffic. I've had the same bike I bought new while on R&R in Hong Kong back in 1969. I got the biggest they had at the time....1969 Triumph Bonneville 650cc. Just watch out whereever you go...always assume no one sees you...because most of the time they won't. One thing I have always told my friends....don't buy a bike that is bigger than one you can lay on it's side without dropping...and one you can pick back up easily.
2007-10-02 15:14:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, you're a big guy! So right after you got your driver's license you jumped into a Formula 1 race car, right? Or perhaps a Peterbuilt big rig with a 120' trailer?
Geez, what's next: "I just got my pilot's license and flew a Cessna solo, so should I get an F-14 Tomcat for my first airplane? I AM a big guy after all!"
So you're a clydesdale- big deal. A 600cc sportbike is still WAY more than you know how to handle, I promise. it has nothing to do with physical strength, athleticism or maturity, either; you simply DO NOT posess the instincts and skills required to pilot even a 600cc safely. To do so would be the equivalent of skydiving for the first time after packing your own parachute!
Perhaps something easier to manage but still torquey would satisfy you, and be a good FIRST bike. Look at a used Suzuki SV650 or Ducati Monster 620 to begin with. The V-twin engines will give you nice, useable power without sending you into a panic.
So put your machismo aside and understand that there is a reason motorcycles get such a bad reputation, and that reason is the hordes of newbies that start out on a bike they can't handle.
2007-10-03 09:09:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
600cc(Honda cbr600 f4i or RR) for a begginer. They put out more power than you could ever imagine from something so small. the RR can run 10.5 seconds in the quarter mile and hit 160 mph and the F4i isn't that far behind. 1000cc sportbikes are basically all that is insane with the motorcycle world neatly packages into a fairing on 2 wheels and shouldn't be attempted until your a pretty good rider. If your total begginer go with the F4i if you have some experience on non sport bikes go for the RR.
2007-10-02 23:23:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
If you're a beginner I would not go with a sportbike, see previous comments about becoming an organ donor. Those things have a lot of power for their size and I think you'd just be begging to become roadkill. That said, at your size I'd go with something at least 750cc because you won't outgrow it as you gain experience. 250cc will leave you wanting after about six months, if that. Consider your intended style of riding also and pick a bike (e.g., street vs sport vs dual street/trail) that fits the style. Then mind the other guys' comments about the "cages" not seeing you because they don't; about not pushing the limits while you're learning. And take a rider safety course. That's my $.02. Cheers!
2007-10-03 00:54:43 · answer #4 · answered by radiotech_99 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
beginner sports bike in the 600 to 1000 cc range,,,,(organ donor)
these bikes are NOT learner bikes.....
& just because your a big guy dosnt mean you need a big bike to learn on.... But if you get a big bike & go quick you will make a bigger dent in whatever you hit...LOL
I would recomend you look at the SV 650 TWIN Suzuki..
it will have more than enough go to keep you happy whilst you learn...
2007-10-02 20:59:25 · answer #5 · answered by mn 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
ill recomend you the one i bought for myself...
HYOSUNG GT 650R for $4,500 dollars out the door , and im 6"3 260lbs. even that is a 650 it handles pretty good if you are big since is a full size bike and i love it because is cheap, good looking , realiable (i already have 6,000 since may 2nd 2007 ) and no problem at all. i have dropped many times but it doesnt break :)!!
check them out is the same as SV 650 suzuki but a lot cheaper and better loooking for me ;)
check http://tulsacyclesupply.com/tcs2 so you can see that it can be fast enough
2007-10-03 12:27:52 · answer #6 · answered by locko_x 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's what we need. Another fat guy on a sport bike. Don't you guys realize you look like clowns out there?!
Do yourself a favor and go with a 600cc or less cruiser. 600+cc on a sportbike are too much for you. You will die, my wife will hear about it in the paper, and then she'll give me crap when I want to go out riding. Don't make my wife worry about me...
2007-10-03 08:23:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Get a DL650 (a dual sport)
Get a lot of time in off road with it. On a few trails and dirt paths. Then think about hitting the road with it.
2007-10-02 23:52:14 · answer #8 · answered by wwsracing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't care if you';re 300 lbs... you need to go with 250 street or enduro...
learn to ride 1st then get some bigger cc's & hp you haul your hiney
bigger you are the harder ya hit
2007-10-02 22:15:57 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
try American like a Harley or Victory brand first... before Honda
2007-10-03 05:26:56 · answer #10 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋