Sportbikes don't look too comfortable - Page 3

R1-rider · #31 11-16-2002, 11:38 PM

Yes, the power of the 1liter bikes is absolutely so unnecessary it is great. I try to ride at track days as often as I can, so I am very comfortable on my bikes. But before I used to go to the track, I would scare myself about once a week just because the power of the bike is just too much. I ride my R6 at the track for a reason instead of my R1, I can pull in faster track times simply because I can ride the bike harder without worrying about tire slippage or wheel hops. However, I have been thinking of selling my R6 to get a gsxr750, because it seems to be a perfect balance for the track. It is too bad that you can't get a R7...

My friend can do a 5thgear wheelie on his 929rr, lol it is funny as shit to see, no clutch drop btw.

speediva · #32 11-16-2002, 11:57 PM

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My friend can do a 5thgear wheelie on his 929rr, lol it is funny as shit to see, no clutch drop btw.

Aw, are you for real??? Shyte!!! My buddy just got into being an "Icy Hot Stunta" in the last month of our riding season, and he's on a 954rr. I haven't seen him wheelie yet, but I understand that he's got 3rd gear standups already.

RSX · #33 11-18-2002, 09:20 PM

I was wondering, and I just thought about something that seems twice as fun as a sportbike. What do you think about the BMW R1150 GS Adventure? What about the power? Do you think that it's too much for a beginner? It seems perfect for me. Here are some pictures:

R1-rider · #34 11-18-2002, 11:29 PM

Guess what the 1150 stands for, when you figure that out you will know the answer.

speediva · #35 11-19-2002, 12:12 AM

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What do you think about the BMW R1150 GS Adventure? What about the power? Do you think that it's too much for a beginner?

Okay, I'm the girl, but I'm not stupid...

Like R1 said, figure out what the 1150 means, and you'll have your answer. I will tell you that my first experience on a street bike was a BMW F650 GS Dakar, but I wish I hadn't. I dropped the bike (my dad's brand-new bike) and even though it's only a single cylinder, the seat height was too much, even for my long-ass legs.

My suggestion to you is to get some books about riding. I always hear great things about this book called "Twist of the wrist". I am looking for a copy of my own, actually. I beg of you, please do some more research on this topic. I love motorcycles, but you almost have to fear them to trust them.

RSX · #36 11-19-2002, 07:01 PM

O.k. Thanx guys. You have officially made me feel stupid! But that's o.k., I understand.

I guess I better start thinking more before I ask. But o.k., I understand your answer.

speediva · #37 11-19-2002, 09:38 PM

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O.k. Thanx guys. You have officially made me feel stupid! But that's o.k., I understand. I guess I better start thinking more before I ask. But o.k., I understand your answer.

Sorry bout that... It definately came across seeming much more harsh than I meant. I just reread it and I feel bad for making it sound so mean... But yeah, almost every bike has some number related to their CC size, so anything that is a 1 is too big (1000 CC) and anything above a 6 (600 CC) is really even too big. I'm glad I started on a 500 b/c I know I would have gotten myself into trouble either with speeding or with lack of control if I had gone any bigger to start.

fatninja19 · #38 11-24-2002, 08:54 PM

i want a suziki sv650 for my first bike.. they're soooo sexy..

speediva · #39 11-24-2002, 09:10 PM

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i want a suziki sv650 for my first bike.. they're soooo sexy..

Suzuki's SV650 is a good first bike for the person with self-control. Nice, clean acceleration and not too heavy. Engine size is also small enough for a beginner, but not so small that you outgrow it in 2 years.

Kennedy200 · #40 11-25-2002, 09:24 AM

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Yeah. I think I'll stay away from that for a century or two. And I think that I can handle a Hayabusa earlier than 12 years of riding? Pleeeaazz! I would need ALOT more time. What was I thinking? Thanx for bringing me to reality (Well, maybe, who knows? Maybe I'll be better than I think.):sun:

I was involved heavily with the Harleys for many years, and I didn't want to buy a sport bike. Honestly, I never even really considered buying one, or even wanting one. I wanted to build up a sportster and give it some cafe style. One day in '98 one of my buddies came over to my house with his GSXR 750. When I took it out for a ride, there was no looking back.

I know some guys that have started riding on 750's and 929's as their first bike ever. THey do OK, but they are still afraid of the bike. They never really learned how to turn and stop properly. About al they can do is crack the throttle and go straight.

RSX · #41 11-25-2002, 04:44 PM

Well, thanx for the info, man. I definately don't want to be scared of my bike. I think that I've decided that I want to start out with a Kawasaki Ninja 250 to get started. What do you guys think?

speediva · #42 11-25-2002, 05:51 PM

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Well, thanx for the info, man. I definately don't want to be scared of my bike. I think that I've decided that I want to start out with a Kawasaki Ninja 250 to get started. What do you guys think?

VERY responsible call.

RSX · #43 11-25-2002, 06:03 PM

Thanx!

Yeah, I think that I suddenly think became more mature or something.:sun: I'm thinking ALOT more about decisions I make. Here's my plan,
(Take course first of course)
1st bike-Ninja 250 for a year or two
2nd-bike-Honda F4i (Unless that's too much) for another year or so.
3rd-Probably something like a Suzuki GSX-R 750 (I don't want to move too far ahead)for about 10 months or until I get the money for a second bike
4th-BMW R1150 GS Adventure (Why not? It's something different and looks really fun and cool), which I'll ride frequently, but probably for a couple years or so, until I'm ready for a new sportbike.

Other bikes I'm interested in getting when I'm probably done with the process.
-Triumph Daytona 955i
-Aprilia RSV Mille R
-And if I want it badly enough, a Ducati 998.
And thinking WAY ahead,
Suzuki B-King *Sniffles* It's beautiful.

Also, about the money, my mom said that she would buy my first ride and she already gave me her old car, and I plan on getting a good job also. I'll probably take a little longer than a year between each bike; though, before I get a new one. My dad will help with stuff also. Man, that 250R from Kawasaki is CHEAP; though. It's perfect!

Thanx

fatninja19 · #44 11-26-2002, 12:02 AM

congrats my fellow AF'er

speediva · #45 11-26-2002, 01:18 AM

Splendid choice!

Also, remember to try and buy things during the Fall sell-out. Dealers will be dying to get rid of the "old" models to bring in the new over the winter.

The F4i will make a GREAT second bike. You'll have plenty of riding experience on the 250 Ninja to handle it.

Not to mention your insurance will be MUCH cheaper on a 250 since you'll have the MSF discount, and it's a great bike for learning b/c of its size. By the time you're ready for the F4i you'll have riding experience, so you'll be at less risk, and your insurance still won't be bad.

Like I always say to myself whenever I dream of a bigger bike: If you do this right, you'll be doing this a LONG time. There's ALWAYS time to progress to a bigger bike.

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