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njyork42 said:
You might consider trying out some Buells as well. They are awesome bikes. XB9Rs in particular.
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I got to find a good dealership around me. Only few that are around sell brand new bikes only or have a really bad collection of used bikes. And a lot dont even let you test drive they sell it too you and if u have a problem you can return it in like the first 30 min. which is bs in my opinion
 
#42 ·
Just throwing my 2 cents in here.

I started off in May 2010 with a 2007 Ninja 250, and even though I didn't particularly like the look of the bike, it was comfortable to start/learn on. I rode it up until earlier this month when I sold it and bought my K6 GSX-R 600. Feeling the power that my Gixxer has vs. the power my Ninja had (or didn't have, as the case may be :lol), I'm REALLY glad I started on a 250. I'm not sure that I could have handled a 600 back then. Also because the bike is so much faster, the desire to be reckless and speed a lot is far greater than it ever was on my 250. (BTW the 250 can get up to ~90mph.. plenty fast)

If your friends are truly passionate about motorcycles, they ought to be glad that you're riding with them even if you're on a 250 and they're on 600s. If not.. I personally wouldn't hang around with those squids.
 
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n1ghtl1fe said:
I got to find a good dealership around me. Only few that are around sell brand new bikes only or have a really bad collection of used bikes. And a lot dont even let you test drive they sell it too you and if u have a problem you can return it in like the first 30 min. which is bs in my opinion
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Where you from? I know a few used bike dealers with pretty good deals that you can test ride all you want.
 
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i think my 06 is comfy as shit an im 6'3 240, but i work out 3-4 times a week, maybe that makes a huge difference. i had to go with the gsxr because my knees go past all the other brands tanks an its obnoxious to ride like that, but all in all 06!!
 
#45 ·
dude you can get a bike bigger than a 250. just know one thing, KNOW YOUR LIMITS. My very first bike ever is my current baby K9 750
 
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The very first time I ever rode a motorcycle my friends dad pulled me aside and gave me my first warning about bikes. He said "Respect the machine. If you don't it will hurt/kill you." Didn't really understand him at the time because I was 10. But after a few crashes and a couple of broken wrists I got it. You have to learn the hard way sometimes.
 
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what he said n1ghtl1fe. the bike has waaaay more power than you can handle(at least thats what the dealer told at the time of purchase). luckily i respect my bike and haven't been in an accident YET. Just try to be careful as you can be because there's drivers out there that shouldn't even have a license. Back to the pointers, also if riding with friends that have experience DO NOT try to keep up with them. my cousing has learned(well not really) the hardway. he got the same bike i have but in black the very same week i got mine and he has wrecked 5 times in 1 year so far. make sure to wear proper gear ALL the time cuz you never know what might happen. one other thing, the dealer suggested that i use the mode selecter switch and set it to C mode(only applies on K8 or newer bikes) but i was like fuck it and just took off on A mode. i've never used that switch at all but if you wanna be real safe when you start i suggest you use it, even if you set it to B mode at least.
 
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I guess a couple of you guys that are newer to the sport and have been successful so far have no problem telling him to get a faster bike. If he hurts himself, will you still have a clean conscience?
 
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n1ghtl1fe

I was at this point when I was buying my first bike. Long story short I ended up buying a 04 GSX-R 600. It was great bike, now on my second bike 06 GSX-R 600. When I bought the first bike the first thing I did was to take a MSF course and just like everyone else have already told you. Know your limits, ride your ride and not someone else's, respect the bike. GDC contributed to a lot of my learning, after reading many crash stories here I learned not to follow everyone else mistakes. So far I have been riding for almost 6yrs now and I have not dropped neither of the bikes(Knock on wood). Sportbikes are dangerous I'm sure if you take the good advice everyone has given you here and don't follow your ridding buddies habits you will do fine. To tell you the truth I would avoid ridding with the for a while, you need to get comfortable with your ridding skills.
 
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njyork42 said:
I guess a couple of you guys that are newer to the sport and have been successful so far have no problem telling him to get a faster bike. If he hurts himself, will you still have a clean conscience?
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pretty much yeah to answer your question. it's not like i told him "get a bigger bike that way you go faster!". i've given him some pointers and so has everyone else.
 
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my piece of advice is to whatever you get ride alone out on some country roads, dont ride with anyone else trying to keep up or be cocky and try to loose them. my first bike was an 87 cr 500 with a ported and polished cylinder an a bunch of other stuff. i still have it, and riding a road bike and a dirt bike are night and day but that cr 500 with over 90 horsepower on a 200 pound frame made me learn throttle and clutch control which will makes worlds difference, cuz when that wheel pops up in every gear, made me learn back brake techniques and throttle control, and i never wrecked that bike once. and if your iffy bout a 600 get a ninja 500, still enough grunt and resale value.
 
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So i took some advice went and sat on a few smaller bikes, a 250cc and a couple of 500's. Prices were all around low 3's but I found this one about 2 hours away from me and had to get it for the price. It's an 05 gixxer 600 with 8k miles and honestly is spotless. Rides great and has no flaws on the body ANY where. Compared to all the dropped and dented tanked bikes people have been trying to sell me for around 5k. This was a steal and the owner was a 28 year old woman who upgraded to a 1000cc and was just trying to get rid of it. Explained my situation her and her husband talked with me about it and gave me a damn good price for it. What you guys think? paid $4500 for her

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#54 ·
Looks good man! 600 is a good place to start just remember to respect it, the slightest mistake can still take you out of the game real quick! Even though a smaller bike would have been better to learn on I think you have made a great choice! Congrats!!!:cheers
 
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gsxr_red15 said:
Looks good man! 600 is a good place to start just remember to respect it, the slightest mistake can still take you out of the game real quick! Even though a smaller bike would have been better to learn on I think you have made a great choice! Congrats!!!:cheers
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thanks man im stoked. its just my luck tho get lucky with the bike but now chicago's weather is rain and more rain for next week... saturday when i brought her home i was taking her off the trailer in snow. Some april this is.. :suicide
 
#56 ·
Dont worry man the weather will come just dont rush it and get out there because your anxious! Its raining alot down here in DC to its a pain in the ass but a couple good days a week! Post some more pics if you can man!
 
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gsxr_red15 said:
Looks very good man! :thumbup
Already has all the basic mods you would want to dump your money into so that's good to! :punk

Stay safe out there man
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thanks man im excited to get out there but at the same time ill take my time. 21 and still living at the house parents r pissed i brought it home so i have to tread lightly
 
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