Starting with an F4i
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Starting with an F4i - 7/29/2007 9:14:45 PM
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Jfresh
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I just wanted to see how many people started off with a F4i and what your experience was with it was it a good bike to start with or do you regret it
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/29/2007 10:03:28 PM
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Mchu86
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This is my first bike. IMO, it's a very good bike to start with, and from what others have told me, I made a good choice. I've ridden other bikes like the R6 and ZX-6R around and the F4i is a much easier bike to handle. The other bikes handle really good but it can be deceiving bike ability as rider ability which puts you in trouble. I haven't regretted getting the F4i and still continues to make me happy everytime I ride it. I think the best part with it is that you can grow into a F4i, not like other beginner bikes like a Ninja 250 or 500 where you kinda wanna upgrade. I know I will have the F4i for quite some time before I feel I need to upgrade.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/29/2007 10:53:53 PM
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RojerLockless
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i had 2 smaller bikes before my F4i glad i did the F4i although is not too fast to handel, if you like to show off to your friends or girls even a little.. it will kick your ass if you mess up for even a second
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/29/2007 11:37:10 PM
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Mchu86
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quote:
ORIGINAL: RojerLockless
... if you like to show off to your friends or girls even a little.. it will kick your ass if you mess up for even a second
Definitely! Despite its easier to handle ability, the F4i can still get you in trouble if you don't ride it without the right mentality (i.e, ride responsibly, not showing off, etc). It is more lenient than a R6, ZX-6R, etc, but regardless, bikes in general can get you in trouble w/o the right mentality.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 12:06:03 AM
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suicidal
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go straight to a `08 1000RR
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 1:31:54 AM
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oodayvidoo
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As a current owner of an F4i, I never did regret my choice. I have ridden other bikes like the 600rr and my brother has a GSX-R 600. Both are great bikes but as a first time learner I would have to agree that the F4i is the best of all worlds. As it states on the honda website it's the best "all-around" bike in it's class. I would definitely have to agree on that statement cuz it gives you the comfort and the flexibility to do what you need to do. I also just rode my buddy's GSX-R 1000 and after riding a beast like that makes you really appreciate your F4i when it comes to handling and the comfort. Just don't abuse your riding privileges by showing off to your friends, etc...
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 2:26:47 AM
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LUk
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I got tired of my 250 fast. I actually sort of regret even getting it. Sure 250s can be fun and all, but if you already know the basics of riding (MSF etc.) an F4i won't be a problem at all
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 4:38:38 AM
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some guy #2
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^ yes. Take the msf class and just practice for a while in a parking lot. I started on a f4i and have had no problems so far.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 5:34:55 AM
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01kwt2000
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i started on my f4i. rode 2006 r6 ( very uncofortable to wide of seat and bike turned wierd) buddys 06 gsxr 600 wich was ok but just felt like a heavier bike. curently im putting around $ 1000.00 in my f4i for plastics slip on and a cam chain tensioner (cct) and cant say that im going to look back and say i shouldnt have. test ride as many bikes as you can and see what you think of them but overall i think the f4i is good bike to start on. cheers
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 6:33:54 AM
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scattabrain
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I just bought an 01 F4i about a month ago. This is my first bike and I'm doing just fine. Like the others said...if you try showing off and don't know what you're doing it can mess you up.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 7:08:26 AM
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cjlerra
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I started with an F4i in May, great bike to start with. I wouldnt want anything smaller, I am a big guy however (210 lbs) so I may be looking to upgrade next yr
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 7:27:38 AM
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baileyjn
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A buddy of mine at work rode an F4i for years before selling it when he went to Germany. He is actually looking to buy another F4i. He has no concept of 'moving up' to a bike for more experienced rider or anything. What I am getting at is that the F4i is a 'beginner bike' that has a full set of teeth and will keep you happy even as a plenty experienced rider. On that note, however, as the other posters above have mentioned, the F4i is a beginner motorcycle that is just as capable of getting you killed as any of the racing replicas. So ride responsibly.
We also have a couple of F4i's that park in the same motorcycle space as me at work. When I pull up next to them with my 600RR, I don't scoff at them as an underpowered beginner machine like I would a Ninja 250 or something. I look at them as well rounded middleweights well-suited for a beginner but could kick my tail in a race if I don't bring my A-game. I would recommend it to any beginner as a first bike that they are least likely to feel the need to upgrade from once they get more experienced, and a great bike for an experienced rider who wants a fully capable speed machine that he could feel confident about riding 2-up with or loading down with some heavy gear for sport touring camping trips and the like with plenty of comfort for long duration rides and boring commutes. The only way you will ever need to upgrade is if you want to get seriously into track racing (you will want your bike to match specs with all the other racers out there) or if you are a speed demon who deliberately bought what you thought was an underpowered bike to learn on but deep in your heart you want a literbike. In the former case you should have just started out on a 600 series race replica from any of the four Japanese manufacturers. In the latter, you should have started on the Ninja 250 or one of the 500cc bikes and upgraded straight to a literbike as soon as you learned how to ride. But if you are not going to live on the track, the F4i was not only a good choice to start on, but it may just be all you ever need. Just be careful. People call it a beginner bike, but it's got close to the capabilities of the race replicas and you need to be careful on it.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 8:53:02 AM
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F4i was my first bike last September. I took the MSF course like 4-5 months before getting it. Hopped on, took the first few months slow.. then started learning and fell in love with twisties lol. Awesome bike to get into the game with, and also a great bike to keep you entertained. No regrets what so ever for me.
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 9:32:26 AM
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n_hamby
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i started with a 2005 f4i. great bike to start with....i want to get into stunting and i dont wanna tear my bike up....its still in perfect shape...anyone know someone lookin for an f4i, let me kno!!
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RE: Starting with an F4i - 7/30/2007 9:42:28 AM
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JB_Pgh
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If you do get it as your first bike, get frame sliders.
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