what is an aggressive looking beginner sportbike?

Question

i want a bike that looks like a 600 or higher but isnt as advanced-- what is out there?

Answer 1

Kawasaki Ninja 250 if your a beginner. Looks like a 600cc and is just a 250. Its a cheap and -safe- way to learn how to ride, rather than being a moron and learning on a 600cc. People may tell you its better to learn on a bigger bike but you just learn to ride like a puss, or die.

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=263

2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250, its pretty, and its a lean down, its a good choice sport bike.

Ride safe and wear all the right gear.

Answer 2

Everything you are desiring is not part of owning a sport bike. You want to be comfortable, sit up a little straighter, not a lot of power, affordable, no race tracks, casual ride, and fun. Plus you are a beginner. None of these attributes are associated with sport bikes. Especially four cylinder sport bikes with an R in their designations. As to the assertions the 250R is not capable of highway, that is totally untrue. See the first link below. This rider covered 1500 miles in 24 hours and rode coast to coast in under 50 hours. How did this rider accomplish this amazing task if the bike is not capable of riding on the interstate? It does not take 100 plus horsepower to have fun and thrills on a motorcycle. This is something very few people will tell you, but it is the truth. Have yet to understand how ANY rider would be bored riding a 150 mph road racing 600R street bike. See second link. Does that look thrilling? All this on a big displacement touring bike. I cannot ride as well as this guy despite having the same bike. That's because HE is a better rider, not because he has a better bike. And that is the problem with the sport bikes and beginners. Beginners believe if they buy a better bike they will automatically be better riders. Heck that is the message contained in test reviews conducted by motorcycle magazines. Simply not true. Do you believe if you had a 600R sport bike you could keep up with Yellow Wolf? Answer will be NO! And that is why big bore sport bikes are bad machines for the beginner. Please read the articles contained in the last two links. Personally I would consider a Suzuki DL650 V-Strom with ABS brakes. Upright seating and handlebar position, comfortable, good controllable power, cheaper to insure than a true sport bike, and a comfortable cruising machine offering protection from the elements. Good Luck

Answer 3

I have a 250ninja and personally there have been people that mistake it for larger bikes. I am a new rider and would like to have more power, but that will come when my pocket book gets bigger.

One plus is that the ninja is cheap. You can go and get a Hyosung which is also a 250 but quite a bit more rich (2 or 3 grand more!) But the visual of this bike is great definately looks fast. Dont know how it rides though.

Answer 4

How about the Suzuki GS500F.
Take a look:
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2007models/2007-Suzuki-GS500Fb.jpg
http://www.motorbike-search-engine.co.uk/2006_Bikes/GS500F.jpg

The Suzuki GS500F has been raved about for its light weight performance capabilities. It boasts an unrivaled combination of exciting real-world performance and sporty styling - including a full sport fairing inspired by Suzuki's world-class sport bikes.

Just learning to ride? The GS500F is the ideal bike for you! It has outstanding maneuverability, thanks to its low seat height and light weight. And if you've been riding for a while, you'll really appreciate the GS500F's all-around sport performance. Its twin-cylinder engine offers strong acceleration and quick, clean throttle response. With its well-padded seat and smooth suspension, it also provides a comfortable ride on the highway.
~Ride Safe

Answer 5

It's up to you to decide if you have the self-control to own a bigger bike.
The smaller bikes would definitely be easier to learn on, but you can ride any bike slowly.

Answer 6

if you want supersport looks without killing yourself, get a ninja 650r or an SV650sf

a ninja 250 also looks pretty fast (the '08) model and will be really really cheap.

DO NOT get a 600cc bike as your first. it'd be like learning to drive on a dodge viper. while drunk. just not smart or safe.

Answer 7

I agree with caveman: particularly the Buell Blast...500cc single, a nice little bike that that won't be an embarrassment to be seen on.

Answer 8

i think a 750 i started it weighs more than a 600 but helps you get the hang cause jumping from a bike like a 600 to a 850 is a big transition especially in weight that may make it uncomfortable for you.

Answer 9

KAWASAKI ZX-R 250 NINJA.Looks perfect,and ideal for a starter bike.

Answer 10

a ninja 600 it has good power an can give you a good ride