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New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 9:40:10 AM
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Hi there everyone just wanted to say that I am new to the Forums and Have a simple question to ask. I am looking into getting a motorcycle soon and I really want a sport bike. I was told to start out with a Kawasaki 250r but I really want a CBR 600RR ( that is my dream bike ). I have rode a Kawasaki before and did not like It to much.
I plan on taking the Motorcycle Saftey course soon and then looking for a bike to buy.
I read that the CBR 600RR would not be a bad bike to start out with because Honda provides the best sports bikes. Plus my buddy told me I would get tired of the 250R fast so I should start out with the CBR 600RR and I wont get tired of It.
Well thank you all for you help In advanced.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 10:10:41 AM
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You just asked the question of doom! It is a much disputed topic as to if one should start on a 600 or not. Many state that the bike is way too fast, agressive, and agile for a beginner. It is not easy to learn the mechanics of two wheels on such an unforgiving machine. Given the previous, many people will tell you to stay away. Others however start on it, and will tell you its all about wrist control, which is very true.
Personally, if you take the class, and know how a bike rides (ex: can ride a dirtbike) in regards to the clutch, throttle, and shifting operation, then you should be fine as long as you are not trigger happy. Keep this in mind though, a bone stock 600RR runs a faster quarter mile then any production vehicle every produced (high 10's). If you think you are strong and responsible enough to handle such a machine, then go forth, if not, start on something smaller.
Your friend makes a good point with the 250. It is a very easy and light bike to ride, but you will get bored, because once you get the basics down it will be old news. Your skill and responsability are the answer to this question, its not yes or no. Personally my first street bike was an 600rr. It is great. I will add in however that I have owned a number of dirtbikes, and took a class. Additionally, my transition from dirt to street was not overnight. I took it slow in a parking lot, got the road feel, etc.. The last thing you want to do is go out in shorts and a t shirt with your gixxer buddies trying to be cool, because that will get you killed. Ride within you ability, and the bike will be very rewarding.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 10:13:13 AM
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Oh yeah, and make sure you dont leave the dealer without a jacket, gloves, helmet, boots, etc... Wearing gear is huge.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 11:19:14 AM
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Dont worry I plan on looking like Robo COP! LoL.
I think after the Motorcycle Course I will know what I can and Cant handle. I dont plan on being a stunt boy just want to RIDE!
CBR 600RR Is by far the best looking sport bike and I cannot wait to get one. If I do start out on the 250R I will just get the CBR 600RR next year.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 12:00:42 PM
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the 600rr was my first bike and i'm fine. Don't let the dealer talk you into the 250
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 1:32:15 PM
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if you start out with a 600RR theres a 99% chance you will drop the bike at the very least, wreck it at the very worst. What you learn on a 250 is throttle controll and bike positioning. the 250 wont get you from 0-100 in 5 seconds like most 600cc's will and thats a heartbeat when your trying to keep up with your friends then you realize you took a wide turn then it's too late. There's a good reason why most people start on a 250 even ride it for 2 months or less would give you invaluable experience as to how to handel your "dream bike"
IMO i'd never start off with a new 600CC sportbike, sure people have but it's not the smartest thing to do. For every person who started on a 600 and didnt wreck theres 500 that have.
Keep in mind the Ninja 250cc bike holds it's value better then any bike ever made. I have bought 2 just to resell them 3000 miles later for MORE then I bought them for. But at the very least you will get exactly what you paid for it back. buy one for 2k ride it untill you are completly comfortable then sell it for 2k.
or Ignore the advice you asked for here on the forum and get the 600RR and I hope you will be ok, but statistics don't lie.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/7/2008 2:21:31 PM
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i started with a 600cc and i never dropped it, but take the MSF course and see how you feel on their bikes and then make your decision. IMO you will be disappointed with the 250cc in a matter of weeks
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 5:00:10 AM
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LoL, thanks guys. I have been talkin to a few people around where I live that ride 600cc bikes and they all say see how you feel after you ride the 250cc bikes at the Motorcycle course. They also say I will deff want to get a 600 after riding them but who knows. This will be my real first bike so I might have to do the smart thing and get a 250cc for now and upgrade In a month.....seems like a waste of money though .
Oh well, I will keep you guys updated. I e-mailed the Motorcycle course people and waiting for their openings. Then I will go when the date Is available to me.
Thanks again guys.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 5:49:03 AM
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Right on man! keep us updated on what you decide to do.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 3:07:06 PM
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GET THE 600RR AND BE CAREFUL. THE 250 IS A WASTE OF MONEY
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 6:56:26 PM
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Get a 1000! :D
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 7:13:45 PM
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I was having a chat with a fellow rider today at work over an article we read. The article was about a kid dying because he took a turn too wide and went off the road and hit a tree. We came to the assumption that most new riders do not have good judgement of corner speed, and do not know how far the bike can actually lean. If your going wide and think you are going to lose it, crank the bars to bring it all the way down. Worst case at that point is a lowside slide, which is much better then trying to keep it up and macking a tree. The biggest piece of riding a superbike is speed control, and with that comes corner speed... If you are your riding fast in a line, be prepared to ride fast in a corner, and if you cant hold a line... then get something slower, like a 250.
I really think that the biggest problem with people and starting to ride is all psychological... If you get a 250, your gixxer buddies will laugh at you for trying to learn safely, while they ride around in t shirts and wife beaters. It should not be like that. I went out with like six guys on liter bikes the other day, I was the only one on a 600. One guy snared slightly at me for riding a smaller bike. It can be the same way with people on liter bikes poking at people on 600s, but that is just the tough guy mentality. Whatever you choose, ride safe and have fun, cause thats the point after all. Oh, and wear gear.
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RE: New to Forums and CBR's - 5/8/2008 7:34:11 PM
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+1 On be vertical's advice and the root beer float avatar! :D
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