Anyone know bikes? May buy this...but I know nothing about bikes lol.

[MYDLIFECRISIS]

Didn't know they made a Ninja that small! But then again, I rode a Ninja ZX-11 in the early 90's. Looks like a good bike, especially if you've never ridden before. Good learner. I learned on a Honda V-30 Magna. 500cc Honda Interceptor motor, but on a cruiser frame.

[Wantconvertible]

Nice bike good priced ok

[RoadieWingZ]

Good bike for learning. Good fuel economy and easy to maintain, but not a highway bike; better suited for around town.

[truth411]

If you have the money, a 2012 and up Ninja 650 are the best starter bikes on the market imo. And you wont out grow them in a year like you would on a 250. Even experience riders would have a good time with them.

[TCAT]

Bitchin bike Adam! That looks to be a good price too.

Sorry Adam, I don't mean to butt into the thread, but since we are on th topic of motorcycles for beginners, I'd also like to ask a question.

I've never ridden a sport bike in my life, but the new Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R 636 in white and black or black and green has me smitten. I think I would need a hell of a lot of riding experience though to get a bike like that. I've ridden ATV's before, but never a sport bike or dirt bike for that matter. I was thinking about taking a motorcycle riding instructional/safety class and trying to get used to riding a bit at a time. The tough part is that I don't want to spend money on a practice bike first, and then have to go try to sell that to purchase an upgraded bike that I likely won't outgrow like the 636. However, from reading a bunch of motorcycle forums, many people say buying a 600cc bike of above will likely kill a first time rider. I obviously enjoy fast toys regardless if its cars, planes, motorcycles, etc., but I am as responsible as I can be with powerful toys, as I understand how to treat them, and to have respect for power. Hopefully, in regards to motorcycles, this frame of mind will come in handy.

What's all your guys' input from all your experience riding.

[MikeSVX]

I was lucky enough to get my first bike (1997 Honda CBR600F3) basically free. I was selling a boat. The guy offered me his bike and $1000 less then my asking price. I figured he could have just talk me down $1000, so the bike was a bonus.

[AdamZ]

Originally Posted by TJ91

Hey man do you ride or is this your first bike? I've been riding for 5 years and just bought a 2012 GSXR 1000

Would like to help you out with this stuff dude
Personally. Don't go with the 250. My buddy has it. Guaranteed within a year you'll sell it and buy a new bike the following year. It's just not enough power at all. A 600 is a great starter bike that has more then enough power to entertain you and get you in trouble lol
If your budget is 3k you can get quite a few bike but up that to 4k and you'll be able to get a decent bike

Would be my first bike lol. Just looking from something from home to classes and home to work. Looks like I should be getting a 600 though.

Originally Posted by TCAT

I've never ridden a sport bike in my life, but the new Kawasaki Ninja ZX6R 636 in white and black or black and green has me smitten.

White and black and match your camaro

[upflying]

You will soon grow tired of the low power 250 and the disrespect you will get from other bikers.
Start out with a 600, you will own it longer..

[TCAT]

Originally Posted by AdamZ

Would be my first bike lol. Just looking from something from home to classes and home to work. Looks like I should be getting a 600 though.



White and black and match your camaro

I like the way you think! Thanks! Good luck with your purchase Adam. What other bikes are you thinking of in the 600 size??

Originally Posted by upflying

You will soon grow tired of the low power 250 and the disrespect you will get from other bikers.
Start out with a 600, you will own it longer..

Wow, this is great news, as I thought many would be against buying a 600 as a first bike. I'm not going to lie, a 600 will probably scare the shit out of me at first since I have no riding experience. I get used to things quick though, and I'll work my way into getting comfortable with whatever I go with. It'll definitely help not to test the limits, and to just learn to progress gradually as I feel more comfortable with the bikes performance in all conditions.

[upflying]

Originally Posted by TCAT

I like the way you think! Thanks! Good luck with your purchase Adam. What other bikes are you thinking of in the 600 size??



Wow, this is great news, as I thought many would be against buying a 600 as a first bike. I'm not going to lie, a 600 will probably scare the shit out of me at first since I have no riding experience. I get used to things quick though, and I'll work my way into getting comfortable with whatever I go with. It'll definitely help not to test the limits, and to just learn to progress gradually as I feel more comfortable with the bikes performance in all conditions.

The 600 will perform just like a 250 as long as you treat the throttle with respect.

[TCAT]

Originally Posted by upflying

The 600 will perform just like a 250 as long as you treat the throttle with respect.

Thank you. That's how I'm thinking about it as well. What I'm more nervous of than anything is other drivers to be quite honest. I don't have control over them like I do over the bike. I don't want to be paralyzed for life for someone else's mistake. Now, accidents can happen with cars as well, but a person has more protection in that circumstance. It seems like this is a risk that a person must be willing to take riding motorcycles, and risk can only be minimized by being cautious and knowing personal limits, respecting the motorcycle and its power, and being as alert as possible to try to predict any potentially dangerous situations.

[MikeSVX]

Just remember to let off the throttle if something happens. Most newbies panic and crank down on the throttle trying to hold on, and just make a bad situation worse.

[upflying]

Originally Posted by TCAT

Thank you. That's how I'm thinking about it as well. What I'm more nervous of than anything is other drivers to be quite honest.

I been riding for 40 years. You control the other drivers by controlling yourself. Riding with an attitude that everyone has the potential of killing you is how I managed to stay alive. Treat every potential threat as real. Have a plan should the unexpected occur. Cars violating your right of way is the killer. If you see someone turning left or pulling out from a side street, think of them as potential threats. Slow down, make eye contact and cover your brakes in case they do something stupid.
Ride with complacency and you will die.

[TCAT]

Originally Posted by MikeSVX

Just remember to let off the throttle if something happens. Most newbies panic and crank down on the throttle trying to hold on, and just make a bad situation worse.

Originally Posted by upflying

I been riding for 40 years. You control the other drivers by controlling yourself. Riding with an attitude that everyone has the potential of killing you is how I managed to stay alive. Treat every potential threat as real. Have a plan should the unexpected occur.
Ride with complacency and you will die.

Great advice guys'. Thank you very much. The decision to purchase a bike is something I am really going to have to think about for some time to ensure I make the correct decision. I really appreciate it.