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http://www.ktvb.com/news/Car-motorcycle-crash-sends-one-to-hospital--209056271.html

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that thing is soooo sexy. I'm just looking around for a used ninja, either a 250 or 650. Whatever I come across for a good deal first. And not really feeling a supermoto. I have a dirt bike already and I want something loud, fast and sleek.

Jun 3 2013 8:59AM

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Gahhh... Dude I went that route and it almost killed me about a million times. It got me arrested, it got me f'ed financially a few times and shit man- I got off lucky.

I had to get rid of it. It was just too tempting to let 'er run WOT all the time and bang redline shits, scrape pegs, etc. I took too many advanced courses and just got too comfy. It's just about the most addictive feeling ever to smash all over every snail brick on the road and I lacked the self control not to.

If I were you, I'd get a cruiser. They're less expensive, they're actually comfortable to ride and you can bring shit with you w/o a backpack. Also, girls will not be in excruciating pain after a 10 minute ride either which is nice. On a crotch rocket anything over 90 mins or so is uncomfortable, and then there's always that overwhelming urge to just roll on a bitch and stomp around like Nicky Hayden or something.

After years and years of riding both dirt bikes and street bikes... I strongly urge you to consider a cruiser of some kind. As much as I love street bikes I don't know ANYONE who has had one for any amount of time and not gotten in trouble of some kind with it. Just my .02

Jun 3 2013 9:26AM

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this was my sisters boyfriend, he was at my house 2 weeks ago, its fucking insane, im just so thankful my sister wasnt on that bike with him

. Rest in peace Robert Nersveen,

Jun 3 2013 11:31AM

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"Coroner says he was not wearing a helmet and died from blunt force trauma."

"Nersveen was traveling at a high rate of speed and passing vehicles on the right."

Jun 3 2013 11:34AM

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How much are you looking to spend? Don't get a ninja because there lame, get a cbr. All depends on you're price budget.

Jun 3 2013 11:35AM

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and it was night time and it was fucking raining. he t boned a car going 80 mph, stupid and reckless, yes very much so, doesnt make it anyless devestating, and doesnt make you any better, im sure you have done some fucking dumbass shit, and only are alive becuase of dumb luck, well, there may be a day when ur luck runs out, this kid didnt deserve to die, and i can honeslty say, i wish it was AR6rider instead. get fucked ya prick

Jun 3 2013 11:53AM

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I never said he deserved to die; however, you posted that article in here in a clear effort to demonstrate how dangerous sport bikes are, when, in reality, that particular instance was due 98% to human error. It's sad the kid died, but it could have been easily prevented and should in no way reflect on sport bike riders as a whole or motorcycles in general. Yes, motorcycles are inherently dangerous, but a smart, defensive rider wearing the proper safety gear and not riding recklessly on the street is a fuckton less likely to wreck himself than a dumbass squid. Just because your sister's boyfriend was an idiot doesn't mean anyone who gets into the saddle of a sport bike will die.

Jun 3 2013 11:59AM

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This.

Jun 3 2013 12:15PM

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Disregard this numnuts.

Jun 3 2013 12:17PM

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Of course not, but most people who get one don't realize just how addictive it is to shit all over everything else on the road and just not give a fuck- and it only takes one second to die. It's like having a super hot ubernympho gf that wants to fuck in public all the time- sooner or later you'll give in to your urges and do some shit that will get you in real trouble haha

Not saying anything about the article, just that the amount of self control needed to own one and not either get in trouble or kill yourself is MASSIVE and most- myself included fwiw- are not mature enough to handle that responsibility. I'll admit it, I was a total asshole on my bike and I shouldn't have one.

Jun 3 2013 12:20PM

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I have an 07 cbr600.

Wear a helmet!

Jun 3 2013 12:22PM

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Oh, no, I completely understand. I don't have a bike of my own, but I am licensed, and my dad used to have a Buell XB9R that he would let me ride from time to time. It was scary fast. Too fast for me as a younger rider. I actually preferred to cruise on his Harley because the bike I learned to ride on was a Buell Blast 250 and the first real sport bike I rode was his 900. It was way too powerful and had a short wheelbase, and I just felt uncomfortable on it. I have since ridden friends' 600s and even a few liter bikes and feel a lot more comfortable in the saddle, but I know what you mean about the self-control. It's SO easy to just blip the throttle and fly. I'm sure I'll own my own bike someday, but seeing how I drive around in my cars worries me when I think about how I'd be on a bike that can get up to highway speeds before most cars are doing 30mph haha.

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Fill out your organ donor card.

Jun 3 2013 12:48PM

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street bikes?

i have one:

Jun 3 2013 1:07PM

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Now the bitches are done being dramatic and off topic..
Ducati Streetfighter, the love of my life

Jun 3 2013 2:05PM

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I work at a Kawi and Suzuki dealership so hopefully I can help some. If you don't plan on going on the highway, a Suzuki Tu250x is a fun little bike. Single cylinder, fuel injected and has great gas mileage. For a sportier feel without dropping $11,000+ on a supersport, the New Ninja 300 is perfect. Parallel twin, fuel injected, and only $4799. Dual sports are great too. You could easily get away with a DR-Z 400S. It all depends on how comfortable you feel. I grew out of my Ninja 250 really quick and am get something bigger. 2013 Zx6-r or 2013 Gsxr 750. PM me if you have any more questions.

Jun 3 2013 2:21PM

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My buddy just picked up a buell xb9 a few months ago..I want him to snub the tail and do a few other cosmetic mods so it looks like htis. I fucking love this look - minus the squid rider

Jun 3 2013 2:30PM

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No one gets on a bike and decides to kill themselves. All i am saying is that nobody is immune, and nobody is invincible. Its our nature to push things. You have said it yourself, that even you are guilty of wanting to open it up. i wasn't trying to argue that he was in anyway justified, i just want everyone to be careful, because someday it might not be just anybodies name in a fucking headline. I apologize for coming off as a dick. Its just the way that you see it, its just a name, but for me its a person, a face, a memory, and a human being, and it hit close to home. And it fucking irritates me when someone who has no clue who he was calls a dead man: "squid, dumbass, and idiot." show some respect for a fallen man, show some fucking humanity

Jun 3 2013 3:36PM

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i had a gsxr 600 for a couple years, it was the best thing ever. I had not previously ridden dirt bikes or atv's or anything, i took the rider's safety course and got licensed through that. But, I was 23 when i did that and "fairly" mature vs. being 18 and getting one.

Let's be honest, you know what you want, and chances are you don't have a monster amount of disposable income where you can buy a small bike then get bored and then get what you really wanted the whole time. I'd get what you want, and take it very very easy. Stick to country riding and backroads for a month or two until you're very comfortable, then move up to some slightly busier roads and eventually you'll find yourself on highways and such.

Spend money on good gear, get a good helmet, get riding boots/pants/jacket/gloves. and wear them. It's 90 degrees out? Too bad, get a hot weather jacket and wear it. You can't afford not to!

i found the most helpful thing, was to find friends who i knew weren't idiots or crazy or anything, and ride with them. however, you'll find many more people on sport bikes who are crazy and irresponsible, than those who are calm and cool about it

Jun 3 2013 4:10PM

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I'm looking at a Yamaha FZ8 right now. Beautiful bike, just enough power, and probably the most comfortable seating position I've tryed out of all of the street fighter style nakeds I've looked at so far. Been driving dirt, and an old yami 600.

I say get an old bike first, something comfy. That street bike thing loses its appeal quick if you aren't on a track, and at some point you are more then likely gonna drop it. Then get gear and courses. So many nice tips, and showed me how to handle the rain. Unless you live close to a track full on super bikes just aren't really that fun. Trips, and long twisty rides are where it's at my man.

Jun 3 2013 4:29PM

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I mean, he appears to have been all of those things. It's like when how when Ryan Dunn died kids were crying for everyone to "show some respect." He got drunk and crashed his Porsche into a tree. He deserves no respect for that. He was an idiot. Riding recklessly, speeding, and passing cars with no protection on a rainy night on a sport is fucking lunacy, and anyone who rides like that on a night like that is probably even more of an idiot on a regular day. I'm sorry for your loss, but he gets no respect from me.

Jun 3 2013 7:31PM

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a bunch of my friends are getting bikes when we all graduate. ive never really ridden much before and have no idea what im doing. i do know that my three favorite things are speed, danger and wearing leather.

with that said, i want either a BMW 1000RR or a ducati streetfighter. or a triumph street triple r.

so it was nice knowing you guys i guess.

Jun 3 2013 8:07PM

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THANK YOU! This is what I was looking for. My price range is small so 4799 is out of the question (for now). And to all the people saying i'm gonna kill myself, this is why I am getting a small bike. I know people say i'm gonna get tired of a 250 real quick but I think differently. this will be my first bike so I will use it to learn and get good at riding for the next year and a half. maybe mod it up, make it sound nice or something.

there is a 2009 ninja 250 for sale locally, in really nice shape. selling for 2800. good deal??

Jun 3 2013 9:27PM

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Ok to sum up your guys' bitchy little argument.

- The dead kid didn't take the necessary precautions to help ensure safety and a safe trip home/

- Since the kid made the mistake of not taking the precautions, ar6 has no sympathy for him. the kid took a risk, and he paid the price.

the end.

now get back on topic cause no one gives shit about this petty hissy fit, bikes are where this thread is now going.

Contribute to the thread in a good way, or continue your bickering in private messages.

Jun 3 2013 9:56PM

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these start at 10k, pretty sick.there are better deals, you pay for a brand name when you buy ducatis, although their maintenance issues have gone down in recent years

Jun 3 2013 9:58PM

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Sure thing, Dad!

Jun 3 2013 10:04PM

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seeing as you ride dirtbikes guessing you dont want a sumo, if you dont want to kill yourself and progress as a street rider first then id get something like an older cb500 or similar cafe, then move up to any 600 streetbike depending on your preference.

I have a triumph bonneville, and came from dirt biking as well

Jun 3 2013 10:42PM

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Look around Craigslist and dealerships. Never pay the asking price. Odds are you can go down a couple hundred on it. Check Kelly blue book and nada guides to get a baseline price. Keep in mind you'll want a helmet, jacket and gloves which can be anywhere from cheap to expensive. the ninja 250 is a great bike to start on. Just enough power to get you out of a sketchy situation. From your experience its sounds like a great bike for your riding style. It's what I'm on and if I didn't work at a dealership where I get damn good deals on bikes I'd keep it. Plus the insurance in cheap as hell on it.

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I'm 17 and recently just bought a moto guzzi griso 1200 for such a sick deal. Pretty crazy bike but I'm hoping ill be able to handle it

Jun 4 2013 1:01AM

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well it was nice knowing you

Jun 4 2013 9:10AM

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great! Yea I think I'm getting a helmet, gloves and riding boots. No jacket or pants...

The bike was originally listed for 3000 and he said he would do 2800....yes or no? should I try to get him lower?

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I wouldn't mod it, you'll want a more powerful bike soon enough. Also, you should really get a jacket.

Jun 4 2013 12:06PM

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I say do it. My friend has a 2008 Ninja 250 and it's a great little bike. Not a lot of power, but he's a small Asian guy haha. He has taken it on trips across the country and it has been dead reliable. Michigan to Colorado to Arizona to Vegas and back with no issues except one flat tire from a nail. I've seen 2009s go for low 3,000s, so for 2,800 you can't really go wrong. Ride the wheels off it and then upgrade to something more powerful in a few years.

Jun 4 2013 12:31PM

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alrighty. well I guess ile go for it! Thanks

Jun 4 2013 1:37PM

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i have an older sport bike/cruiser, a 94 yamaha seca 2. i didnt have to buy it cause my dad had it and didnt use it. its an older bike but whatever, but its definetly a good beginner bike. its fast enough to give you the thrill of some speed, but no fast enough youre gunna fuck yourself.

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