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Anyone with a crotch rocket
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I'm thinking its about time I get one. I've wanted one forever and I'll finally be making some money this summer so yeah. I've never driven one, but I do drive a manual so I know exactly how a clutch/shifting works so I'm not too worried about that. Couple of questions though:
1. What should I be looking for? I don't want anything crazily powerful and actually I wouldn't mind just having a 250cc bike, but I don't think there are a lot of choices as far as those go. So either a 250cc or one step up from that.
2. Parents. I'm 20 and I'd be paying for the whole thing myself, but they could stop me by cutting my college funding :/
3. Safety class? Might help convince my parents/I wouldn't mind a little instruction, but it takes a lot of time and it looks like they're full till june. I don't really wanna get one in the middle of summer, that's a waste.
Any help? Suggestions? Anything?
I'd be taking a loan out and I don't think I wanna spend anymore than 5k so that kinda limits me, but it would be a first bike and one for learning on. Thanks.
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Maintence: learn to do the basic shit yourself, all fluid changes, etc. If you keep up on this shit religiously your bike will run like a champ, and only helps with resale. Tires, and tuning it. If you have friends that know alot about bikes, youll save money. They dont need as much work as a motocross bike, but they dont take care of themselves either.
Your dealer will probably have a hundred dollar set up fee or something like that. I have no idea about delivery, but i just rode mine home.
Seriously be raeady to throw down 500 on gear. easy. Dont listen to these people who are saying "i have never crashed". They are LUCKY. its not always the rider, its other traffic. Be prepared for the worst.
the 250r is fine for your needs, they look very sporty but have somewhat more of a upright position. If you dont care about going fast like you say, it will last a longgg time, with proper maintence.
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listen to this guy!!!
RIDE LIKE NO ONE SEES YOU! this is crucial, especially at intersections. i've been riding for a few years now and my dad is constantly reminding me of this because it is so important.
most of the people that have replied are right - go with a smaller bike than a 600 for your first bike; buy full riding gear; take a class if you don't have someone like my dad was for me teaching you the ins and outs of riding; don't ever get too comfortable...
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UPDATE!
Alright, so I managed to get into an MSF course. I rode for the first time today at the course and I am in love. I talked to my parents and wow... No yelling at all. It went very smoothly. Looks like I'll have space in the garage for it. I'm putting 500 bucks down on it on Monday since they're backordered because of a recall and I'll be getting it in the next couple of weeks. Thanks for all the help guys!
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first, a 250 will not get to 100 fast, or even at all, and second, my dad who has been riding street bikes since he was 16 (he's 50) has never once fallen on one, and he did some pretty dumb shit on them too. so if you know how to ride, pay attention, and dont do anything too absurdly dumb, motorcycles arent nearly as dangerous as you are saying they are.
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