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RE: lady riders? - 2/28/2006 7:49:49 PM

pitsvtec

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Let me just say this....I had a friend who took the MSF course. Graduated bought a the F4i and has dropped it numerous times due to her being scared, not turning properly, weight, etc. Her friend rides like a mad woman, and she just started. Some people pick it up and some don't. If your not sure, always start small. The 250 is a 300 pound bike. The F4i is a 370 pound bike. (Were talking dry) It is a big jump from the dinky 125ccs they make you ride at the MSF course. It's easier to move up, than it is to learn with problems. Hope you make the best decision. Let us know...

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RE: lady riders? - 2/28/2006 9:55:14 PM

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first I will say Welcome!! And If you look for an OLDER bike they are alot heavier than the new ones..... If you dont want to start with 250 then you could look at the Kawasaki 500... little smaller than a 600 but bigger than a 250.... and if you decide to sell to get a 600 it will be easier than tring to sell a 250..... Hope that helps!

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RE: lady riders? - 3/3/2006 1:03:53 AM

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my problem with starting on something small is eventually ill have to sell it and you never get what you want out of something you resell.

That's kind of a "penny wise - pound foolish " way of looking at it. Any bike you buy you are likely to sell at some point in the future and you will not get your total financial investment back, but depending on how long you keep it, you will have had many hours of self instruction and enjoyment from that bike. You're certainly not going to get your money back on that gas guzzling 4 wheeler. Better you take a small financial loss on a bike that fits you physically and experientally - than a hugh loss in the form of major medical bills. That's a pretty hot bike for a beginner. Perhaps the best advice anyone can give you is to be aware of your limitations (and we all have them) - as well as the bikes.
I started out on a 50 cc scooter and worked my way up to an 1100cc sport bike in a little over a year, but I'd been driving for > 20 years and had acquired a lot of road savy (plus as greater awareness of my own mortality) that was very useful to staying alive. You not only have to watch what you are doing (like the proverbial hawk), you have to be completely aware of what other vehicles around you are doing - 'cause many of them just don't see you.
Those who advocate a smaller, less "hot" bike for a starter are giving you darned good advice.

Terry

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RE: lady riders? - 3/3/2006 8:26:15 AM

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Welcome

Best of luck in your riding pursuits.

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RE: lady riders? - 3/3/2006 11:51:16 AM

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Hi Jess,
This is my first time posting in here - used to be active on the SBL (Short Bikers List), now go to the DRN (Dirt Riders Network) a bunch. I'm a 5'3" woman and have been riding since the mid 70's, my '05 CBR F4i is my 5th street bike. The RR is too big for me, had to lower the F4i as it was, plus had the springs professionally lightened for my 120# body.

I would also recommend starting on something smaller - a Ninja 500, Seca 2 etc, there's lots of choices. Instead of worrying about how much you'll lose on the resale, view this as your first bike of many to come, keep the RR as a goal. Learn on a bike you can drop and pick up without spending $$$$ on new plastic, something that's easy to handle, take classes, get help from your friends who ride.

Now I'm off to the Ladies Room!
-Susan

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RE: lady riders? - 4/26/2006 12:26:54 PM

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digging up my old thread here, but an update:

im taking the MSF course this weekend! and all your advice has paid off- ive been shopping around for a ninja 250- i live on ebay,haha.
hopefully by the end of the summer ill be the proud owner of SOMETHING! if everything goes well during my course ill be purchasing a helmet next week.
im really excited about!
i did find something on my searches i wish was available here in the U.S. anyone ever heard of a cbr 250?! i wish!

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RE: lady riders? - 4/26/2006 12:32:00 PM

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Welcome! Nice truck too, thx for the pix.

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RE: lady riders? - 5/1/2006 10:55:54 PM

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i passed the MSF in the rain. it rained on us all weekend. im sure i got some good experience though. itll definitely pay off.

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RE: lady riders? - 5/2/2006 4:10:40 PM

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Getting a bike that won't punish you too bad for early mistakes is a very good idea. Maybe a Rebel or if you can handle it, a SV650 (although as a die-hard Honda fan, it's tough to advocate another brand). The most important thing is to ride within your limits. I'm sure you heard alot of that from the MSF. Welcome to the site and good luck getting started.

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RE: lady riders? - 5/2/2006 9:22:02 PM

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Well Im a nub too and I trained on a 250cc for 2 days then switched to a CBR600F4i...I think if you ride safe you'll be fine and the most improtant thing is to get the lean...if you don't lean you'll be like me....falling down on a freeway off ramp...LOL

Oh ya the higher the speed the lower you should duck into your wind shield. You should also be aware when you turn you head at high speed to check for traffic you'll get bitch slapped by the wind....LOL

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RE: lady riders? - 5/2/2006 9:58:45 PM

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lol he said a Rebel, /me falls to the floor laughing, I have 2 peeps in my sub, and they ride Rebels. they are just funny looking.. but yea good starters bike, and cheap too.

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RE: lady riders? - 5/2/2006 11:01:45 PM

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And as always ride within your limits..anyone can go 100 but ya have to stop eventually....LOL..take a course and then see if you really like it.

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RE: lady riders? - 5/3/2006 8:36:13 AM

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i don't think the rr will be to much for you to handle, but it really depends on what you are comfortable with. If you start with something to smaller, it won't be long before you want to upgrade. my first bike was a ninja ex500, when i upgraded to the F4, i was so much happier and it would have been perfect as a first bike. you can control how much of the power you use, just take it easy at first and u'll be fine

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RE: lady riders? - 5/4/2006 12:09:22 AM

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Hello,

I am a biker girl also, I have been riding for over 4 years now. I also teach basic and experienced motorcycle riding classes. If you have never riden before and are just starting out a CBR 600 has a lot of power and I wouldn't recommend it for a starter bike. I also really liked the CBR's when I started riding but the power of the 600 can surprise you and might put you in danger. What you want for a starter bike is something that you can develop your skills; starting, stopping, turning, and slow menuvers. For my first bike I bought a used Suzuki GS500. It was a great starter bike, it helped me progress my skills quickly and was not intimidating. I rode about every day so after 7 months I started looking at other bikes and took my husbands bike (Suzuki SV650). I now ride a Honda VFR 800 and Honda CBR 1000RR. If you do start with a CBR 600 I would suggest taking it to a parking lot and practicing the skills you learned in the basic riding course on your new bike. Sportbike have a lot of power and take a lot of clutch and throttle control.

Be safe :)

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RE: lady riders? - 4/27/2008 1:12:13 AM

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yet again digging this up for an update. im not exactly a new member anymore, BUT i am now a new CBR owner! After riding a Honda VTR 250 for a year and a half ive finally upgraded to a 94 CBR 600 F2. It's not super slick, some cracks here and there, but im still not a professional so i don't mind em. My plans for now include a fender eliminator, frame sliders, and maybe some new bar ends. I also have a long list of new gear for cooler riding. Oh and a new back tire!
Theres a pic in the F2 forum, but I'll share here also.