Author Topic: Light Motorcycle (Read 459 times)

Hawklore · « **on:** June 10, 2004, 01:11:32 PM »

Ok, I've been thinking...

Whats a nice begining motorcycle thats light weight, and is more of a sit up straight bike, cause I just can't imagine bending in odd ways

. My dad liked the Honda Rebel, sort of a tour bike I guess, thats what he called it, but we all know he wanted to put an AGP card in a PCI slot.

I'm looking for something thats more like the WWII Motorcycles, any tips or hints, or just down right sarcasim will be accepted.

Horn · « **Reply #1 on:** June 10, 2004, 01:17:09 PM »

Some good links and references here.

http://downwardspiral.net/motorcycle/starter-bikes.php

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rpm · « **Reply #2 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:25:35 PM »

Hawklore, for your 1st bike I'd suggest a 125cc dirt bike. That way you get to try all the "This is gonna be cool" stuff and learn not to do it again without killing yourself.

For your 1st street bike I'd suggest a bike under 500cc, then work your way up as you get more confident with your skills.

DO NOT go out and get a 750cc or 1000cc cruiser to start. You will be in the Hospital for many, many months. I've been riding motorcycles for 30 years if you have any questions.

Hawklore · « **Reply #3 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:32:17 PM »

Yeah, I was thinking of getting an all around bike, something that can go offroad but go onroad aswell, but is that for experinced people?

rpm · « **Reply #4 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:35:10 PM »

An On/Off is a good bike to learn on. Be warned, they do not react on pavement like they do on dirt. Especially in wet conditions. Knobby tires are a deathtrap on wet streets.

Hawklore · « **Reply #5 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:36:17 PM »

Yeah I don't plan on riding in the rain or after it's rained anyways..

RPM as you have been riding for 30yrs, whats the best way to start? Trial and Error? or Classroom setting, spend money, etc.?

I'm talking offroad atfirst..

mosgood · « **Reply #6 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:36:18 PM »

Remember, always wear a helmet and keep the car ahead of you at a good distance.

Hawklore · « **Reply #7 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:37:17 PM »

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Originally posted by mosgood
Remember, always wear a helmet and keep the car ahead of you at a good distance.

Of course, I'll be wearing leathers or padding aswell if I really get into biking.

rpm · « **Reply #8 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:42:14 PM »

My personal opinion is start out riding dirt. That way you learn what the bike is capable of and if you make a mistake dirt is softer than concrete. I'm not talking go out and start motocrossing. Trail riding and cross country is a blast. Florida should have plenty of spots to ride.

Yes, ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET!

Hawklore · « **Reply #9 on:** June 10, 2004, 03:52:53 PM »

RPM how much would a dirt bike run?

Oh, and only idiots don't wear helmets, handsomehunkes don't wear helmets, prettythangholes don't wear helmets, and if your friend, or family member and don't wear a helmet, I will dissown you!

rpm · « **Reply #10 on:** June 10, 2004, 04:01:39 PM »

Hawk, I'd be afraid to quote prices. Look in the newspaper to get an idea of what they are running. I'd suggest a used bike to start because you WILL wreck it. Have someone knowledgeable ride the bike first to make sure everything is as it should be.

slimm50 · « **Reply #11 on:** June 10, 2004, 04:02:57 PM »

Why not start out withthe best? Get a Beemer and be done with it.

Replicant · « **Reply #12 on:** June 10, 2004, 04:03:42 PM »

Nah, this cycle is very light, a very light cycle!

Hawklore · « **Reply #13 on:** June 10, 2004, 04:10:52 PM »

Thnks, RPM.

rpm · « **Reply #14 on:** June 10, 2004, 04:13:51 PM »

Just keep this in the back of you mind: "When you get confident, that's when you will make a mistake."