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February 03, 2012, 01:38:59 PM »
Hi. I'm new here, so I thought I'd introduce myself.
I've never actually ridden a motorcycle before, but I'm taking an MSF course in a week.
Any tips?
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February 03, 2012, 02:40:44 PM »
Welcome! Listen to the instructors, and don't buy too much bike to start off on. I started on a Ninja 250 and loved it!
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Thanks!
I plan a 250 cc.
I'm not all that much into sport bikes, either.
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Whatever you do don't listen to anybody on this site. You do that you're golden.
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Quote from: sammyseaman on February 03, 2012, 03:21:37 PM
Whatever you do don't listen to anybody on this site. You do that you're golden.
Listen the Monkey. Oh wait, that would be contradictory.
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February 03, 2012, 05:46:28 PM »
Get something light and cheap to start. You'll drop it, and if it's cheap you won't mind so much and if it's light it'll be easier to pick up.
It will also help you discover what kind of biker you are. When I considered riding, I had a cruiser as my computer wallpaper. I bought a Suzuki S40 as a starter bike. Fun bike, but I discovered I wanted my feet under me, instead of out front. You only find out by doing.
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Thanks, everyone.
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February 04, 2012, 11:10:22 AM »
enjoy the class, my son took it and it helped him a lot, especially with confidence factor.
So, you ask for any tips ...
type of bike
- look towards buying similar type vs. the person(s) you'll likely be riding with. If they're riding a Japanese standard, don't get a cruiser.
I think 4 cylinder sport bikes are bad 1st choice = seen too many crashes w/ new riders
1st bike shopping
- try to have a M/C rider with you as you look (esp at used) because you likely won't recognize what work ($) needs to be done.
engine size
- 500 - 650 twins, you won't outgrow the power as fast. Suzuki SV 650 (naked) would be an good one, imo. $3000 used(?)
Peeps speak well of the Ninja 250 though
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February 05, 2012, 10:10:57 AM »
I was leaning towards a 250cc bike.
I don't "need" anything fast. Also, I don't care for sport bikes, to be honest.
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February 05, 2012, 08:42:27 PM »
Older nighthawk 250's and 450's are pretty nice "standard" style bikes and should handle a little better than a "cruiser" style of bike. Take a look at smaller street legal dual-sports also, they are light and narrow and nimble. They don't tend to sustain as much damage if you fall down. Lastly the dirt is a much, much more forgiving place (than the steet) to learn the basics of motorcycle control. Wear your gear and have fun!
P.S. Feel free to ask questions from friends who ride and experienced riders, almost all of them will be willing to offer help or advice. Listen to the ones who don't seem to crash often!
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February 06, 2012, 06:58:04 AM »
Quote from: greidel on February 03, 2012, 05:46:28 PM
Get something light and cheap to start. You'll drop it, and if it's cheap you won't mind so much and if it's light it'll be easier to pick up.
It will also help you discover what kind of biker you are. When I considered riding, I had a cruiser as my computer wallpaper. I bought a Suzuki S40 as a starter bike. Fun bike, but I discovered I wanted my feet under me, instead of out front. You only find out by doing.
My wife has started on a used, pre-dropped S40/Savage. It was cheap and we enjoy it. She had dropped it a few times, and was able to pick it back up herself.
Good luck, newbie!
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February 06, 2012, 08:27:22 AM »
Buy some decent gear-I'm afraid that you
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February 06, 2012, 08:54:39 AM »
Bit more on your demographics might be helpful....age? location? preferences for bikes? Gear plans?
Enjoy the MSF class. Lots of good information and don't be afraid to ask questions....
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February 06, 2012, 01:17:52 PM »
Quote from: jbs80106 on February 06, 2012, 08:54:39 AM
Bit more on your demographics might be helpful....age? location? preferences for bikes? Gear plans?
Enjoy the MSF class. Lots of good information and don't be afraid to ask questions....
Hmmmm....
Age: 21 in a couple weeks
Location: LA area
Preferences: My ideal bike is a '60s British bike, but that's not exactly practical.
Gear plans: not sure yet
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February 06, 2012, 01:57:28 PM »
Quote from: ShantJ on February 06, 2012, 01:17:52 PM
Hmmmm....
Age: 21 in a couple weeks
Location: LA area
Preferences: My ideal bike is a '60s British bike, but that's not exactly practical.
Gear plans: not sure yet
60s British bikes are fine if you choose the right model and one in good condition. Go for a quality marque if you can-Velocette, AJS, Matchless, Ariel. Earlier BSAs are good-the M21 is unbreakable.
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February 06, 2012, 01:58:23 PM »
Quote from: Papa Lazarou on February 06, 2012, 01:57:28 PM
60s British bikes are fine if you choose the right model and one in good condition. Go for a quality marque if you can-Velocette, AJS, Matchless, Ariel. Earlier BSAs are good-the M21 is unbreakable.
Now don't go confusing the lad.
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February 06, 2012, 01:59:31 PM »
Quote from: Mr.Black on February 06, 2012, 01:58:23 PM
Now don't go confusing the lad.
Break a leg etc...That reminds me-Panther!
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February 06, 2012, 02:04:17 PM »
piss
oh wait, wrong thread.
Damn! There are too many threads in my recent update thingy.
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Quote from: Papa Lazarou on February 06, 2012, 01:57:28 PM
60s British bikes are fine if you choose the right model and one in good condition. Go for a quality marque if you can-Velocette, AJS, Matchless, Ariel. Earlier BSAs are good-the M21 is unbreakable.
I'll have a look around. Thanks.
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February 07, 2012, 01:24:33 PM »
Spend your money on gear, then spend whatever's left on the bike. Not vise-versa.
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