I'm going to trade my scooter in for a motorcycle in the spring. Any suggestions on a good "beginner" bike? Two things I don't like: "racing" style bikes (leaning forward with your feet back) and loud bikes. Pictures would be appreciated

I didn't post this on the Garage board, because I don't want a bunch of overly-technical/mechanical answers - just bikes you've seen or enjoyed.

10/25/2007 11:25:25 PM

ducati

10/25/2007 11:25:35 PM

what kind of ducati?

10/25/2007 11:28:24 PM

my dad had a v-star 1100 before he got his electra glide, it was a pretty nice bike. you might go with like a 650 instead. they're not that loud unless you put some aftermarket pipes on them.

10/25/2007 11:30:46 PM

i got one on sale for you...

















































































or
<\]

10/25/2007 11:31:56 PM

hhha, yeah, get a ducati $$

10/25/2007 11:31:59 PM

aprilia tuono

10/25/2007 11:35:44 PM

don't kill the man... get something chill like a triumph or a honda cb 919

10/25/2007 11:36:39 PM

heh, the tuono isn't exactly a beginner's bike--it's also like $16,000...i'd go with a bmw f800 in all seriousness

10/25/2007 11:39:02 PM

what was that commercial I saw... it was basically saying it was a beginner bike... Star or something like that


http://www.starmotorcycles.com/star/products/lifestylehome/home.aspx

[Edited on October 25, 2007 at 11:42 PM. Reason : f]

10/25/2007 11:40:52 PM

honda shadow (500 or 750, cant remember the displacement)

honda nighthawk (oldschool)

kawasaki ninja ex500 (underpowered and underpaid, or the ex250 for the really underpowered)


for a step up:

Suzuki SV650

honda 599

yamaha fz6



there are tons more options, I'd say talk to the Garage guys, but you might get eaten.



[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:02 AM. Reason : -]

10/26/2007 12:01:54 AM

suzuki gs500 any year, they're all the exact same bike. an sv650 is a great beginner bike too.


[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:06 AM. Reason : my first bike]

10/26/2007 12:04:15 AM

^yeah bingo. great starter bike.

10/26/2007 12:07:37 AM

^^^ most of those are the "leaning forward" kind of bikes. I like to have my feet below me or in front of me. I can't have my boobies poppin' out if I'm wearing a low-cut shirt.

^^same problem

As far as size goes, I just want something small and inconspicuous. Remember: I'm upgrading from a scooter, so anything over 100cc's is going to be much faster and cooler than my 49cc glorified bicycle. Think "girl bike" (since, I am, after all, a girl).



[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:13 AM. Reason : ^s]

10/26/2007 12:09:19 AM

Quote :

"don't kill hurt the man boobies... get something chill like a triumph or a honda cb 919"

^pm Squirt, seriously


[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:13 AM. Reason : godamit]

10/26/2007 12:12:51 AM

What is he she selling?



Of all of the suggestions so far, the V-Star is the most appealing to me. I looked it up, and it comes in a 250 version So... any others like this come to mind?


(and it comes in Cranberry )




[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:25 AM. Reason : ]

10/26/2007 12:16:04 AM

squirt is a girl


and if you're serious about a motorcycle then heed my advice. your tits should be the last concern in the deal. have you even done a search for a honda shadow? those are cruisers. Maybe even a honda rebel 250 is in your range, but that shit is scary slow for trying to keep up with in traffic

10/26/2007 12:23:17 AM

When considering Hurley's advice, just remember that he makes Elton John seem straight.

10/26/2007 12:25:08 AM

haha thanks Xtine.


honda rebel 250 will be a cheap alternative

10/26/2007 12:26:19 AM

Quote :

"that shit is scary slow for trying to keep up with in traffic"

ah, but you forget: I ride a scooter now. It tops out at 40 - downhill.

10/26/2007 12:26:51 AM

thats true. but if you get a real cycle, you will be fitting into the flow of traffic more than if you were riding a scooter - or at least you better... traffic laws and such


(read: im no expert, but I am currently contributing to this thread.I also own a motorcycle, so I know a little bit about the situation)

[Edited on October 26, 2007 at 12:29 AM. Reason : -]

10/26/2007 12:29:35 AM

I'm not planning on being on the highway with it... I don't even like being on the highway in my car Primarily I'll be on roads with a speed limit of 45 or 55 - so I'm not too worried about it being "slow."

Oh, also, the 'boobs falling out' thing was a joke. I just don't like to be leaned forward on a bike - it makes me feel off balance.

10/26/2007 12:33:38 AM

yeah, i'd just do some serious google searching and keep talking to people. maybe take a m-cycle riding class if you arent too comfortable about your skill. if not go for it.

10/26/2007 12:35:46 AM

Sooooo.... does anyone other than Hurley have an opinion?

10/26/2007 12:51:48 AM

daaaamnnnn, thanks.

10/26/2007 12:52:56 AM

Quote :

"I can't have my boobies poppin' out if I'm wearing a low-cut shirt."

one would hope you're going to be riding in something where your boobs are completely covered.. as well as gloves, long pants, and closed toed shoes. nobody likes a squid.

10/26/2007 1:33:15 AM

Paging Squirt

10/26/2007 2:13:11 AM