I am 16 years old. I have been ridding dirt bikes for 2 years now… I started ridding a quad (Suzuki 250)… that for about a year… then I got a dirt bike (Yamaha 230) and I have been riding that for the past 2 years, going on 3… how much experience would you guys say I have? I feel extremely confident while I ride my bike… enough experience to buy a street bike?
Ps. I have passed MSF, and have had my C & M class license for about 6 months now… and im lucky to say no incidents.. im a pretty safe driver = )…
2007-11-28 14:30:23 · 9 answers · asked by john doe 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Even though, you have some experience with riding dirt bikes, street is somewhat different. Be careful and watch the vehicles around you to prevent a collision. Try not to go over 650cc for your first sport bike. Wear your gear when you want to ride. The driver of the motorvehical causes most motorcycle collisions with death to the motorcycle rider as the consequence. Be safe!
2007-11-28 15:59:44 · answer #1 · answered by Osaka Kid 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have enough experience to ride a streetbike, but be smart, and get a beater. Chances are you'll drop it even if it's just putting it on the kickstand. Even after that, don't feel compelled to get a sportbike and go riding around like an asshat. If you really like motorcycles, and want to live long to enjoy them, ride within the speed limits, and save the racing for the track- you've already shown you have a decent head on your shoulders by taking the MSF first. Good luck.
2007-11-28 22:44:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 0⤋
You appear to have enough experience for one. Next question is can you legally have your license for it on the street. In Florida, you must be 18 for your motorcycle endorsement on your license.
Remember, the first time you think you're "really good" is when your bike kills you. Never get to over-confident
2007-11-29 00:02:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
guardrailjim is right.
You have enough experience to handle a street bike.
However, 6 months is only a start when it comes to road experience. You haven't had a chance to see any of the weird things other drivers do. Until you get some experience dealing with traffic, you might be better off with the protection of a cage.
2007-11-28 22:58:58 · answer #4 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
insurance is what's going to hurt the most. try to start out
on a cruiser or 250 or 500cc. just get some riding time
on the streets for like 2yrs without getting any tickets.
you get 1 speeding ticket you might just as well sell
your bike. experience is what counts. be smart and
ride safe.
2007-11-28 23:09:24 · answer #5 · answered by gixx 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have plenty of experience to ride a street bike.
But you don't have enough "street" experience.
It's best to get driving experience with a car, so you'll get comfortable riding with other vehicles.
It will be safer to learn while driving a car.
Lots of stuff can happen in a split second.
If you're not aware of the possibilities, you can easily get hurt on a bike.
2007-11-28 22:50:09 · answer #6 · answered by guardrailjim 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Over confidence will kill you on the street, be humble, be defensive.
The guy who turns his Cadillac left in front of you cares little about how cocky you are,
Experience is good , but the street is a different world than the trails ,track or fields.
2007-11-28 23:03:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
We all hit the streets with zero experience. I'd say you are better prepared than most to get on the road, though.
Go for it.
Ride like you're invisible.
2007-11-29 01:13:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
short and sweet, use your life savers, take it easy, and respect your machine, good luck and be safe. And enjoy yourself.
2007-11-29 14:55:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋