whats a good motorcycle for a beginner??

Question

yamaha or honda

Answer 1

Since you are new to riding I’m combining 2 of my previous answers to similar questions to try to provide as much information as possible. Hope it helps.
EVERYTHING is different when riding as opposed to driving.
Example, on standard motorcycle, uphill to a Stop Sign:
Come to a stop with right hand [R/H] on front brake, right foot [R/F] on rear brake, L/H on clutch & L/F on pavement. Hold motorcycle with rear brake [R/F], release front brake [R/H], use throttle [R/H] with clutch [L/H] to take off.

It is critically important to learn as many situations as possible, away from traffic, before mixing in with other vehicles. Riding courses are a great start, but rein in your confidence for the 1st 1k miles & don't even think about riding a passenger before then!

It would be easier to learn on a machine like a Ridley or one of the older Hondamatics. But even then remember you are out n the open, harder to see & easy to ignore.

Read more in the sites below.
http://totalmotorcycle.com/welcome.htm
http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/

First, take a riding course. Here in TX there is a 2-day course with everything, including motorcycle, provided.
http://www.texasmtc.com/index.html...

Second, since there are a million used bikes out there, especially the beginner sizes, with less than 10,000 miles` on them, shop used. You will lose too much money on a new machine, plus you often get things like saddlebags [for carrying stuff] w/the pkg instead of as expensive extras.

Third, I would not recommend you buy anything under 450cc. You'll outgrow it in a matter of weeks. Plus, in most tight situations, motorcycles need to power out; this doesn’t require a rocket, but you’ll want enough motor.

Fourth, awesome bike my wife bought for herself, but not cheap, Ridley Auto-Glide.http://ridleymotorcycles.com/

Above all, take your time, ride at least 300 miles out of town before entering traffic & don't ride a passenger until you have at least 1,000 miles under your tires.

Riding over 33 years, Iron Butt Association member, 6 years MC shops, Former Riding instructor.

Ride safe & Ride straight.

Answer 2

Being a Honda owner myself, that is my recommendation. As for a good beginner bike. Mine was A 750. However, I am six feet tall. I now own a 900, almost fully dressed. An older 550four would be a good starter bike. I'd stay away from crotch rockets until you get some riding experience under your belt. And keep in mind, motorcycles are fun but can also be deadly machines, no matter what size, brand or style you have. You have to BE AWARE of EVERYTHING around you.

Answer 3

Both make some bikes that are good first bikes. They also make bikes you should only get as a first bike if you're a card-carrying member of Future Accident Statistics of America. Any of the major Japanese manufacturers make good quality bikes, so I'd recommend focusing on these four rules of what makes a good first bike:

A starter bike is one that you'll buy to learn on, and it should be one that's easy to ride and less likely to do something dangerous if you make a mistake. Remember that it's your first bike, not your last; motorcyclists often buy new bikes as often as car drivers buy different cars. Motorcycles come in a lot of differnt types, and you can find a good first bike whether you like sport bikes, cruisers, or several other categories. I have four rules for what makes a good first bike.

1. It should have 50 hp or less. More powerful bikes can easily get out of hand - not only do they have more power, but often they have touchier brakes and handling too. With sport bikes, it's usually best to stay at 500 cc's or less; you can go bigger with cruisers or dual sports (dual sports are basically street legal dirt bikes, although they may be a bit larger).

2. A good starter bike needs to be light enough that you can easily pick it up if it falls over. Beyond the obvious problem that you might have it fall over (more likely in your garage or at a stop sign than while in motion, at least), a lighter bike will be easier to handle and you'll be less likely to need to pick it up.

3. When you sit on the bike's saddle, you should be able to put both feet flat on the ground. This will again help you avoid having to actually put rule #2 to the test.

4. It needs to fit you. You should feel comfortable sitting on it with your hands on the grips and your feet on the pegs. Any discomfort you feel in the couple minutes they'll let you sit on one in the showroom will seriously hurt after an hour of riding. And you'll want to pick one that matches your plans for riding and your sense of style, too. There's plenty of good choices for first bikes out there, so you don't need to settle for one that just seems wrong for you.

Answer 4

THe Gsxr 6 and the Yamaha R1 are good motorcycles. i offered a carburated bike and ended up getting a Ninja 6R(636). for extra or less $4000-$5000 you will get an exceptionally good bike. i'm somewhat skeptical approximately that GS500 yet do in spite of you want. i'm in basic terms bored stiff with human beings announcing" Oh no , it truly is too lots for a green driving force , get a 250cc..IT"S A WASTE of money!! After a pair of months you would be ill of it that it is sluggish and additionally you would be wanting some thing extra appropriate , and finally end up getting a extra valuable bike... So why no longer get the bike you want the 1st time be cautious with it and be taught on it.Why get a 250cc than bypass to a 1000cc and might desire to relearn the way it handles.. Get my element? Now while you're finding for good gas milleage than it truly is yet another tale... So my element is get in spite of feels best for you , and don't be scared that it is too huge. in basic terms take it truly ordinary untill you get some adventure, holiday secure , take some MSF classes in case you have the money , and don't be a hero or educate off...you will injury your self and the bike. Peace

Answer 5

I only recommend the Kawasaki Ninja 250 sport for beginners. It's the best deal over all.
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Answer 6

A Honda rebel 250 is a small displacement ( 250 cc) entry level street bike but you didn't specify other key factors in making this decision such as your age or whether or not your looking for a dirt bike or street bike. If your looking for the best of both worlds in one machine I'd get a 250cc--450cc street&trail a.k.a "enduro" bike its like a street legal dirt bike with all terrain tires. well good luck !!

Answer 7

They are all about the same. It depends on what you like. I learned on a Suzuki and that's all I have ever owned.

Answer 8

where i live new riders are limited to certain power of bike

check out http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/licensing/tests/motorcycleridertrainingscheme/motorcyclesnoviceriders.html

Answer 9

they're both good. start with a 650 though. No bigger.

Answer 10

suzuki.