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WHAT ABOUT THE NINJA ZX-10R? OR THE 2004 Katana 750 ? IM ONLY ASKING BECAUSE IM NEW AT THIS AND IM GOING ON BIKE BY THE WAY THAY LOOK.
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lol, I GET THE POINT, MAYBE THE HAYBUSA IS A BAD IDEA AS MY
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Don't even think about a ZX-10.
The Kat 750 is the smartest ride you've mentioned....still a bit much for a beginner.
If you're basing your motorcycle buying off looks, do us all a big favor and find another activity to engage in, we don't need anymore bad apples.
Start small, something like a GS500 or a Kat 600 or even an SV650...go used so you won't be ruining a brand new bike when you drop it.
Get a couple of riding seasons and 10,000 miles under your belt then think about getting another bike.
http://www.beginnerbikes.com/editorials/formequalsfunction.htm
http://www.beginnerbikes.com/editorials/formequalsfunction2.htm
The Kat 750 is the smartest ride you've mentioned....still a bit much for a beginner.
If you're basing your motorcycle buying off looks, do us all a big favor and find another activity to engage in, we don't need anymore bad apples.
Start small, something like a GS500 or a Kat 600 or even an SV650...go used so you won't be ruining a brand new bike when you drop it.
Get a couple of riding seasons and 10,000 miles under your belt then think about getting another bike.
http://www.beginnerbikes.com/editorials/formequalsfunction.htm
http://www.beginnerbikes.com/editorials/formequalsfunction2.htm
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Re: lol, I GET THE POINT, MAYBE THE HAYBUSA IS A BAD IDEA AS
If you're really interested in riding, start reading and don't stop until next week. Then you'll have some idea what bike is appropriate. Window shopping for style will only get you hurt.
P.s. It really wasn't necessary to start a new thread for this, and please don't post in caps.
That was your first mistake. Motorcycling is never about what you look like. If it is, don't buy one.letmeputdheadin said:
If you're really interested in riding, start reading and don't stop until next week. Then you'll have some idea what bike is appropriate. Window shopping for style will only get you hurt.
P.s. It really wasn't necessary to start a new thread for this, and please don't post in caps.
Find a cheap used running bike around the 500cc range (max really). Pick it up for a few hundred. Learn balance (do as Miagi says). Get comfortable with shifting, learning the friction zone and starting from a dead stop. Get comfortable with slow speed turning as well as standard riding speed turning. Take the course... usually gives you an insurance break as well as a confidence and knowledge you wouldn't have otherwise... After a year of riding and working on your skills, then maybe consider moving to a nicer looking, but still low CC bike like a 600. If it's newer (your used one will most likely be early 80s to be cheap) like a 90s bike, you can find a good bit of power in a 600cc bike. Now get used to that power increase and keep practicing your skills.
I just started riding last summer on a 1975 Honda CL360, did the MSF course and was glad for it (lots of stuff you can't find out otherwise), and I rode the into November. This spring I sold that classic and got myself a 1982 Suzuki GS550M Katana. Great bike and quite a power difference. I'm getting used to its different handling and its different capabilities. It still took a bit to get used to the difference in power though when I rolled on the throttle. Thats the kind of thing that will get you into trouble fast. So... from this relatively inexperienced rider, take it slow and just keep improving. There's no reason to hurry and get yourself into trouble.
Enjoy your riding.
I just started riding last summer on a 1975 Honda CL360, did the MSF course and was glad for it (lots of stuff you can't find out otherwise), and I rode the into November. This spring I sold that classic and got myself a 1982 Suzuki GS550M Katana. Great bike and quite a power difference. I'm getting used to its different handling and its different capabilities. It still took a bit to get used to the difference in power though when I rolled on the throttle. Thats the kind of thing that will get you into trouble fast. So... from this relatively inexperienced rider, take it slow and just keep improving. There's no reason to hurry and get yourself into trouble.
Enjoy your riding.
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You gotta start somewhere, you have to earn your wings before you fly. When you start any sport, are you starting in the Major League right away? No. Same thing applies to this sport as well.
Start small, if you go by the looks only, go with the GS500F. Great beginner bike with the look you want.
Start small, if you go by the looks only, go with the GS500F. Great beginner bike with the look you want.
GS500. Your going to be hard pressed to find a better choice for a first bike. And it is a darn good looking and quality built bike too. You can't go wrong with it. And you wont be disappointed I can assure you.
Very nice ride. I know ppl who have started on them and decided to just keep it as their main ride. Even the older GS550 is a good choice if you find one in good maintenance.
Very nice ride. I know ppl who have started on them and decided to just keep it as their main ride. Even the older GS550 is a good choice if you find one in good maintenance.
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RowdyRed94 take is easy dude
Im not trying to undemand the motorcycle community, Like I said before Im new to this although Im really in to bikes. sorry if I offended any of you "experienced" motorcycle owners
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Im not trying to undemand the motorcycle community, Like I said before Im new to this although Im really in to bikes. sorry if I offended any of you "experienced" motorcycle owners
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No offense taken. 
When you ask for an opinion, you get an opinion. 8) Most sites, including supersports ones, will not recommend such a bike for a newbie. We want our community (riders community that is) to grow and the best to do that is to promote safety.
Let us know what you choose.
When you ask for an opinion, you get an opinion. 8) Most sites, including supersports ones, will not recommend such a bike for a newbie. We want our community (riders community that is) to grow and the best to do that is to promote safety.
Let us know what you choose.
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You'd have to mention my receding hairline to offend me. :wink:
What the heck does "undemand" mean? 8)
Oh, it's not about being offended. It's about watching another misguided person die or get maimed. It's about the cost of insurance due to poor riders wrecking bikes within a week. It's about the damage to the image of motorcyclists everywhere afterward.letmeputdheadin said:
You'd have to mention my receding hairline to offend me. :wink:
What the heck does "undemand" mean? 8)
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What the heck does "undemand" mean?
oops! I meant "undermined"
1.To weaken by wearing away a base or foundation: Water has undermined the stone foundations.
2.To weaken, injure, or impair, often by degrees or imperceptibly; sap: Late hours can undermine one's health.
3.To dig a mine or tunnel beneath.
oops! I meant "undermined"
1.To weaken by wearing away a base or foundation: Water has undermined the stone foundations.
2.To weaken, injure, or impair, often by degrees or imperceptibly; sap: Late hours can undermine one's health.
3.To dig a mine or tunnel beneath.
Hehe, I don't think you could undermine any of the "experienced" folks here. Where do ya think the "experience" came from? This forum has about the most solid foundation of experience you'll find anywhere. Remember - wise is the beginner that seeks to learn from the experience of others.
No one here will tell ya not to buy a Hayabusa (or Gixxer 600 orZX-10R) just to keep you from having fun or because we think you'll out run us on the street. However, if you follow the advice of some of these "experienced" and wiser people you will have a LOT more fun, learn faster and be a lot safer than if you allow peer pressure, movies and appearances dictate your choices.
I personally like the Katana series but a 750 can be a handfull for low-time riders. Look around at the used market and you can find some real deals though.
Heck, if it has to be a sporty bike you could do worse than the 750, but I would recommend getting a smaller cc bike as a first one. Then learn to ride it to its fullest before considering moving up. You will have a LOT more fun pushing the limits of a lightweight, nimble bike than trying to hold back the thundering herds that are between your legs when on a SuperSport.
No one here will tell ya not to buy a Hayabusa (or Gixxer 600 orZX-10R) just to keep you from having fun or because we think you'll out run us on the street. However, if you follow the advice of some of these "experienced" and wiser people you will have a LOT more fun, learn faster and be a lot safer than if you allow peer pressure, movies and appearances dictate your choices.
I personally like the Katana series but a 750 can be a handfull for low-time riders. Look around at the used market and you can find some real deals though.
Heck, if it has to be a sporty bike you could do worse than the 750, but I would recommend getting a smaller cc bike as a first one. Then learn to ride it to its fullest before considering moving up. You will have a LOT more fun pushing the limits of a lightweight, nimble bike than trying to hold back the thundering herds that are between your legs when on a SuperSport.
I got my 02 Kat 600 (7200miles) with 2 helmets, JR gloves, JR boots, JR jacket, JR pants, a wheel chock and soft handlebar tie down for $4200....
I might move up to something else in a couple of seasons, might not....
If you're worried about your coolness or your friends then you starting off wrong. Think about how cool you'd be with a bent up gixxer while laying in a hospital bed....
Learn first then progess on to other bikes. I can guarantee that whatever bike you get you won't be riding it at 100% of the bikes capabilities in less than 5 years. You may reach your 100% long before you find the bike's 100%.
Good luck, be smart, be safe and WEAR YOUR GEAR!
I might move up to something else in a couple of seasons, might not....
If you're worried about your coolness or your friends then you starting off wrong. Think about how cool you'd be with a bent up gixxer while laying in a hospital bed....
Learn first then progess on to other bikes. I can guarantee that whatever bike you get you won't be riding it at 100% of the bikes capabilities in less than 5 years. You may reach your 100% long before you find the bike's 100%.
Good luck, be smart, be safe and WEAR YOUR GEAR!
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