RE: Would a F4i be a good starter?
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/9/2008 3:59:49 PM
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reaper2022
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gahh.. stupid forum problems...
but a 600 isn''t a good idea... they''re too powerful and the throttle and brakes are waaaaay to powerful for a new rider.
Get a 250 or a 500... ride it this season, sell it at the beginning of the season next year, and get a bigger bike.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/9/2008 8:01:41 PM
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I would have to say no. I was going to start on a 600 but after reading several post claiming both you will get bored and a 600 will be fine, I decided to get a 250. I don''t regret it at all as its easy to learn on and it taught me how to ride and makes the transition much easier. Had I got my F4i as my first bike I''m sure I would have regreted it.
A ninja 500 would be fine too. That was my very first bike but after dropping it over and over on the first day I decided at 5''1 100 lbs. I should learn on something smaller and sold it shortly after in exhange for the 250. Go with a 250 Ninja or 500. They do keep there vaule, I actually made a profit from selling my 250. $1,500 profit, but the guy I bought it from sold it to me for a ridiculous price so that isn''''t the norm, but I don''t think you will lose much resale it vaule if any. Just find someone who wants to get rid of it and I''m sure you won''''t pay much at all, save up for a 600 and then when your ready to move up you''ll be ready.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/9/2008 10:43:06 PM
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shouldn''t be to bad if your not a moron. just remember that fairings are expensive and they break really easily.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 6:35:14 AM
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WoW, I just wrote a whole bunch and then the site didn''t post It ( that sux ). Long story short, I am a very responsible person I dont drink, smoke, do drugs, and I try to help others. I have always wanted a bike and finally had the money to take the MSF course and I don''t plan to do wheelies, stoppies, and w/e else you can do on the bike. I just want a nice looking bike to ride around on. Sportbikes look amazing and thats why I have always wanted one. Thanks for all of the advice but for the ones who say the F4i would be a bad first bike to get, I ask would a Suzuki SV650 be a good first bike? Or Is the Kawasaki 250 the only good first bike?
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 6:51:05 AM
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My first is an F4i, still have it, not dropped it, riding for about a year now however...
I would probably get the new ninja 250, it looks bad ass, cheap, you could get a new one if your on a budget, great resale value, and would be a hell of a lot of fun.
I''m a wuss on the f4i cause it''s powerful and scares me, I just started opening it up and riding around curves more aggressively and at higher RPMs, and will never get to ride it to it''s potential unless I take it to a track...or I decide that I want to die on the street
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 7:40:38 AM
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I just lost another post :-/
125 is too small
250 has a better power to weight than my Altima.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 7:41:29 AM
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the 500s are also good... old tech and reliable.
the 650s are on the cusp of being too much. If you''re over 25 then go for it.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 7:42:53 AM
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woot
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Either the 250 or the 500. Save the money for gear/insurance.
resale on both is good. Buy used save more also less hit on depreciation.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 8:02:10 AM
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End of the day he will get what he wants, you could get a Busa if you wanted to for a first bike (although insurance may put a hault to that option LOL) Its all in how you ride, and your right wrist etc. If you have absolutley no riding experience, then maybe an F4i is a bit much. My first bike was what im riding now F4i, i did however have previous riding experience on dirt bikes etc. I absolutely love my F4i
good luck and be safe with whatever you decide on
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 9:15:02 AM
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I hate when people say, " At the end of the day I am going to do what I want. "
I guess some people do what they want In the end but I feel If I was going to do that I would not have asked for the advice from you experienced riders. ( Not being mean just saying ).
I would be fine with the 250R If that will make me a better rider for when I get a 600 then that Is what I will do. I have no desire to ever get anything over a 600cc bike. My goal Is to learn to ride, be safe, and then upgrade to either a CBR600rr and or a GSXR 600. I figured that a F4i would be perfect because It wasn''t a R bike but I guess not. Thanks for the information and any more Info will be appreciated. Thanks again guys. ( What gear do you suggest not to expensive but realiable? )
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 9:31:46 AM
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Check out closeouts and sales on newenough.com and motorcyclecloseouts.com.
For your lid, determine what is your head shape, and then go to a place and try on helmets to find proper fit and sizing. Expensive helmets sure are great but as long as they are DOT approved they will do the job. Costs on lid go up when they are lighter, have more features, and then of course fancy graphics.
Make an effort on getting a good lid, boots (your feet are complicated), jacket and gloves for starters. Get something for your legs as well, jeans are NOT good enough. happy hunting
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 9:40:10 AM
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+1 on newenough
Get a quality lid... you do not need to spend 500 but dont get a cheapy model.
Check out shark, soumy, arai, shoei, hjc... I''m a shark fan for price/value. Make sure it fits!
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 9:43:11 AM
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I hate when people say, " At the end of the day I am going to do what I want. "
I guess some people do what they want In the end but I feel If I was going to do that I would not have asked for the advice from you experienced riders. ( Not being mean just saying ).
I would be fine with the 250R If that will make me a better rider for when I get a 600 then that Is what I will do. I have no desire to ever get anything over a 600cc bike. My goal Is to learn to ride, be safe, and then upgrade to either a CBR600rr and or a GSXR 600. I figured that a F4i would be perfect because It wasn''''t a R bike but I guess not. Thanks for the information and any more Info will be appreciated. Thanks again guys. ( What gear do you suggest not to expensive but realiable? )
the F series was the 600 supersport of its day tho b4 the 600RR came out in 03. Starting with the 250 n moving up when you get your skills up is the better way to go. You will be a much better rider in the long run.
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 11:28:38 AM
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Thanks,
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RE: Would a F4i be a good starter? - 6/10/2008 11:36:40 AM
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Yes and no as a 600 would be a good starter. I started out just like you but i took the msf course last year and just bought my first bike 2months ago. I love my 2002 cbr 600f4i. It rides great turns good and has alot of power. It all depends on you as a rider and how fast you learn but you must have one key attribute and that is COMMON SENSE if you dont have that or have a hard time at understanding things then start out smaller. I drove my bike about 8 miles to my house in a mist of rain and fog for the first time. I did just fine. The first week i went on the highway and took my bike to New York City with a friend. my 2nd week i did my first wheelie lol. DO NOT TRY THAT!!! and now i ride with just a helmet on shorts and a tshirt because its so hot outside. My friend on the other hand has a kawasaki zx6r and went thru his neighbors fence the first time he rode it but thats because it takes him longer to learn things than others also he doesnt have COMMON SENSE hahahaha. All you have to do is feel confident before you get on that bike and you will be just fine if your scared of the bike do not get on it.
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