Anybody have a motorcycle?

[PilotC150]

Any kind, sportbike or cruiser?

I just bought my brother's 2000 Suzuki Katana 600. Yea, bring on the insults about the slow and heavy Katana but it is by far the most comfortable sportbike you'll find. It's not meant to compete with the Gixxers, the R's (R6, R1) or the CBRs.

Definitely a good looking bike:

http://www.sugarwill.com/bike/100_0205.jpg


Anybody else ride?

[dmbphan041]

250 Ninja soon enough.

[PleaseOrAppease]

My dad bought a Ducati as a way of telling my stepmother to fuck off

[justink]

death traps.

but if i were to buy one, it'd be a HD Night Train. pretty sweet ride.

-j

[PilotC150]

Originally Posted by dmbphan041

250 Ninja soon enough.

Great starter bike. I probably shouldn't have started on a 600cc, but my brother was selling it, so I got a good price on it.

Originally Posted by justink

death traps.

but if i were to buy one, it'd be a HD Night Train. pretty sweet ride.

-j

Only a death trap if you're a moron.

[buzz05232000]

You should throw away those water bottles, they look a thousand years old.

[Rogue]

2004 Suzuki Intruder 1400.

If I can ever find an old Virago 920 again, I'll get it.
Best engine I've ridden, very underrated bike.

My mom just bought a bike.

[john baptiste]

thank you for not calling it a "bike."

[PilotC150]

Originally Posted by john baptiste

thank you for not calling it a "bike."

I did in my post.

But just about everybody has an ol' pedal-powered bicycle, so I figured this would be better to attract the people who would be interested in this thread.

[mr.MikeD]

i'm interested in riding, but i'd have to store a bike for about 9 months of winter a year, and don't have garage to keep it in.

i see there's a couple of "starter" models for sale now, but i wonder how long it would take to outgrow a 250? would a 6'2" guy look totally ridiculous on a CBR 250?

[john baptiste]

Originally Posted by PilotC150

I did in my post.

But just about everybody has an ol' pedal-powered bicycle, so I figured this would be better to attract the people who would be interested in this thread.

i meant in the title.

[PilotC150]

Originally Posted by mr.MikeD

i'm interested in riding, but i'd have to store a bike for about 9 months of winter a year, and don't have garage to keep it in.

i see there's a couple of "starter" models for sale now, but i wonder how long it would take to outgrow a 250? would a 6'2" guy look totally ridiculous on a CBR 250?

Don't worry about how you "look" on a bike. It'll definitely have enough power for you. And if you end up selling it a year later, who cares. It's a GREAT bike to learn on.

Better to have a small bike for a year, then get something bigger, than get something big right away and destroy it.

Most people don't have the same bike for more than 2-3 years anyway, before they upgrade, at least when they're starting out. And if you wanna get a 500cc, that would be fine, too. But don't think you need to get a Gixxer 600, R6, or any big racing bike right away just because your friends think the smaller bikes are "stupid".


That's my opinion.

[mr.MikeD]

yeah, true about the looks, i guess i meant more the fit than the appearance, but i agree with that. I've heard too many news stories about new riders on big bikes smearing themselves all over the road.

I'd definitely start in the small range, and if I get serious about it I'll do some research into what would be most appropriate.
Do you have riding experience? A family member of mine has a few years old ninja, i think 600cc or that range, for sale, but I think that's out of my reasonable starter league.

[PilotC150]

To be honest, I didn't ride at all before getting this bike.

Look for a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course in your area. Here in Minnesota they even supply bikes and helmets. You don't need anything. It's a three day course, usually. First day of classroom, then two days on the bike. They totally teach you how to do anything. If you feel comfortable after that, maybe you'd feel fine with a 600cc.

The key is to not be stupid. Just because you're on a sportbike doesn't mean you have to go 90mph through traffic. When I first started, actually, I found it hard to even go the speed limit because everything felt a bit faster.

Don't forget about safety equipment. I've got a helmet, gloves, armored jacket and riding boots. None of this "shorts and t-shirt without helmet". Gotta be smart.

[DavefaninNZ]

Suzuki GN 125 for me.

[mr.MikeD]

Originally Posted by PilotC150

To be honest, I didn't ride at all before getting this bike.

Look for a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course in your area. Here in Minnesota they even supply bikes and helmets. You don't need anything. It's a three day course, usually. First day of classroom, then two days on the bike. They totally teach you how to do anything. If you feel comfortable after that, maybe you'd feel fine with a 600cc.

The key is to not be stupid. Just because you're on a sportbike doesn't mean you have to go 90mph through traffic. When I first started, actually, I found it hard to even go the speed limit because everything felt a bit faster.

Don't forget about safety equipment. I've got a helmet, gloves, armored jacket and riding boots. None of this "shorts and t-shirt without helmet". Gotta be smart.

all good advice, thanks. I've done a quick search for training places around here (edmonton, ab) and would go that route for sure. A guy in my office rides, or used to, and has some stories that definitely show the need for something other than shorts and a t.

[Rodey]

Did a search and this was the only real thread I could find about motorcycles. I've been thinking about taking the course and buying a bike, any pointers/advice? I'm kind of 50/50 on it. Think a motorcycle would be a lot of fun, but also nervous about it. Not really into crotch rockets or Harley-type bikes. I sort of like the cafe style racers. Would something like: http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/Gal...20900%2004.jpg that be too much for a first time rider?

[smudge1]

Originally Posted by Rodey

Did a search and this was the only real thread I could find about motorcycles. I've been thinking about taking the course and buying a bike, any pointers/advice? I'm kind of 50/50 on it. Think a motorcycle would be a lot of fun, but also nervous about it. Not really into crotch rockets or Harley-type bikes. I sort of like the cafe style racers. Would something like: http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/Gal...20900%2004.jpg that be too much for a first time rider?

If I were to buy a bike, I'd go with an Enduro. Yamaha makes some nice ones. Street legal and you can always take them off-road.
http://www.fullnoise.com.au/images/n...6022009_WR.jpg

[bamarags]

Originally Posted by smudge1

If I were to buy a bike, I'd go with an Enduro. Yamaha makes some nice ones. Street legal and you can always take them off-road.
http://www.fullnoise.com.au/images/n...6022009_WR.jpg

And all the girls will laugh at you for that. ride that in the woods, not in the street.

The yamaha v-star is a little bigger but is a nice starter bike IMO. If I can handle it, so can you.

[smudge1]

Originally Posted by bamarags

And all the girls will laugh at you for that. ride that in the woods, not in the street.

The yamaha v-star is a little bigger but is a nice starter bike IMO. If I can handle it, so can you.

All of the guys will laugh at him for riding a girly street bike.

[bamarags]

Originally Posted by smudge1

All of the guys will laugh at him for riding a girly street bike.

both are better than a scooter though, I suppose.

[LadyMadonna68]

I have a Triumph Scrambler that I've absolutely loved for the past couple of years

[scrock25]

Eff bikes, they're loud, annoying, and nobody rides them responsibly. This is the second "season" in a row that I've known somebody who has died on one.

[bamarags]

Originally Posted by scrock25

Eff bikes, they're loud, annoying, and nobody rides them responsibly. This is the second "season" in a row that I've known somebody who has died on one.

Get out of the thread if you don't like it. We like them and youre an idiot to come in here looking for a fight.

[LadyMadonna68]

Originally Posted by scrock25

Eff bikes, they're loud, annoying, and nobody rides them responsibly. This is the second "season" in a row that I've known somebody who has died on one.

Sounds like the girls on my campus



:rimshot

[smudge1]

Originally Posted by scrock25

Eff bikes, they're loud, annoying, and nobody rides them responsibly. This is the second "season" in a row that I've known somebody who has died on one.

Fleshlights are much safer to ride and you can do it in the privacy of you own home.

[scrock25]

Originally Posted by bamarags

Get out of the thread if you don't like it. We like them and youre an idiot to come in here looking for a fight.

I'm not doing anything of the sort, simply stating my opinion.

I'm sorry you took offense.

[Beefsteak1138]

No you're not.

[dre2142]

Originally Posted by scrock25

Eff bikes, they're loud, annoying, and nobody rides them responsibly. This is the second "season" in a row that I've known somebody who has died on one.

Theyre not all loud.....not annoying to everyone, and a very high majority ride them responsibly.

But really...youre trolling.