I have been going around with a scooter 125 cc for years, now I want a real bike. I know how to use the clutch so that is not an issue. I have a friend that is selling a Yamaha fj1100 (condition is good and the price is ok), and my question is this... can some one give me some adivce on this bike? In particular is it to big (both in engine, size ans weight) for a beginner like me?
2007-11-27 04:03:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
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2007-11-28 07:42:26 · answer #1 · answered by bigjerry61 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just moved up to an 1100 cruiser from a 250cc scooter. Even though your looking at a sport bike, the 1100 is going to be alot more power, and alot heavier, and therefore not as nimble as your scooter is. I would not totally discount your scooter experience, but it is a different experience. If your scooter has an automatic transmission, it will take a bit of getting used to, even if you have a understanding of how to work the clutch. Even with previous experience in riding motorcycles, it has been an adjustment for me moving from 250cc to 1100cc due to the weight. It can be done if you're careful, but a smaller jump in power might be easier to deal with.
2007-11-27 16:18:55 · answer #2 · answered by spyder461 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't recommend this bike for you yet, it's going to be 10 times more powerful and a lot heavier than your scooter. Try a 500 ninja or something for a while, it'll be a lot lighter and easier to control the power. I had an FJ1100 as my 3rd streetbike and it was probably too much for me then as I was still quite young and inexperienced. Luckily I kept it out of the ditches.
2007-11-28 06:23:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would tell you not to get it, it's a huge bike and a lot of power, you should at least ride a cbr600/gsx600 etc... to see if that's enough power for you. Scooter handling, clutch, cornering etc. is all different than a motorcycle, I would take your scooter exp. for granted and act like you are starting over.
If you are careful enough and cautious enough and take your time to learn the bike I would say go for it, just don't be over confident.
2007-11-27 06:43:57 · answer #4 · answered by Nate 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it! As long as you can reach the ground with at least one foot. You will need to use the road sense you already have and keep one eye on the speedo. start slow until you get used to the power and speed. Just be sensible..and have fun!
2007-11-27 05:04:14 · answer #5 · answered by Jim S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋