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Might cop the 2013 Kawasaki ninja 300r. Looks super dope.
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Bruh!
You ain't just listen to what everyone just said??!!
Don't buy a new bike that you will end up trading or selling after a few months. A 250 or 300 is just silly to have if you plan on riding longer than a summer. Purchase a used cheap smaller Cc bike to "learn/beat" on. Why purchase a new bike for?? Save guap on insurance n a note.
I guareentee u wanting a bigger Cc bike will happen sooner than later. Just wait til ur at a stop light n another rider pulls up n y'all both look at each others bike. You'll get a chub from dudes "real" bike n he will look at u like willy lump lump. #ijs
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i remember when i first got my bike i was all "meh. i don't need any power. I'll always be going the speed limit")Bruh!
You ain't just listen to what everyone just said??!!
Don't buy a new bike that you will end up trading or selling after a few months. A 250 or 300 is just silly to have if you plan on riding longer than a summer. Purchase a used cheap smaller Cc bike to "learn/beat" on. Why purchase a new bike for?? Save guap on insurance n a note.
I guareentee u wanting a bigger Cc bike will happen sooner than later. Just wait til ur at a stop light n another rider pulls up n y'all both look at each others bike. You'll get a chub from dudes "real" bike n he will look at u like willy lump lump. #ijs
sheeeeeeiiiiiiiidddddd.. that changed after a week...
i swear having a 250 is like having a little jimmy.
250s are for women, famb. .. just cuz they're lighter.
get a 5 minimum. .. and if you get a 250, don't by it new cuz i swear to Moses you will be green with envy with other bikes speed past you...
600 is the sweet spot bro. .. get a 500 Minimum
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I swear NT never fails to deliver the dumbest advice..
bdis-Buy what you want..Buy what you feel comfortable with..Buy what you'd like..Don't base it on what others think and don't base it on whether other people will think you're cool or not..Riding is supposed to be fun, and you can't have fun if you aren't riding smart..A 600 is not for everyone and if you are leaning more toward a 250 or 300 then thats what you should buy..I can agree that if you are going to be a long term rider you'll eventually want to move up to a bigger bike..But that's no reason to jump the gun and get a bike that too big for you right now..I have a 250 that I'm still learning on and there are plenty of times I think of moving up..That is until I catch myself making some rookie mistake and thanking God I didn't have a bigger bike cause I woulda been in a world of trouble..So I say take your time and learn on the size bike that suits you the best..And if you're ever at a stop light and you notice yourself getting a "chub" from looking at another man on a motorcycle then I suggest you get some therapy..
bdis-Buy what you want..Buy what you feel comfortable with..Buy what you'd like..Don't base it on what others think and don't base it on whether other people will think you're cool or not..Riding is supposed to be fun, and you can't have fun if you aren't riding smart..A 600 is not for everyone and if you are leaning more toward a 250 or 300 then thats what you should buy..I can agree that if you are going to be a long term rider you'll eventually want to move up to a bigger bike..But that's no reason to jump the gun and get a bike that too big for you right now..I have a 250 that I'm still learning on and there are plenty of times I think of moving up..That is until I catch myself making some rookie mistake and thanking God I didn't have a bigger bike cause I woulda been in a world of trouble..So I say take your time and learn on the size bike that suits you the best..And if you're ever at a stop light and you notice yourself getting a "chub" from looking at another man on a motorcycle then I suggest you get some therapy..
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I swear NT never fails to deliver the dumbest advice..
bdis-Buy what you want..Buy what you feel comfortable with..Buy what you'd like..Don't base it on what others think and don't base it on whether other people will think you're cool or not..Riding is supposed to be fun, and you can't have fun if you aren't riding smart..A 600 is not for everyone and if you are leaning more toward a 250 or 300 then thats what you should buy..I can agree that if you are going to be a long term rider you'll eventually want to move up to a bigger bike..But that's no reason to jump the gun and get a bike that too big for you right now..I have a 250 that I'm still learning on and there are plenty of times I think of moving up..That is until I catch myself making some rookie mistake and thanking God I didn't have a bigger bike cause I woulda been in a world of trouble..So I say take your time and learn on the size bike that suits you the best..And if you're ever at a stop light and you notice yourself getting a "chub" from looking at another man on a motorcycle then I suggest you get some therapy..
great advice! a general axiom in motorcycling, & those that ride know this to be true, is that it is "better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow..." and one of the benefits of a lower displacement bike is that, and this may come off as obvious, you really have to WANT to go fast to; go fast, this is not always the case w/larger bikes and for a new rider that is important - - - there is a reason that most all classes teach new riders on 250s or less. it is also worth noting that their are other good starter bikes that have larger displacements but are substantially tamer like the ducati monster 690, kawasaki 650r, & the suzuki gs500 & sv 650
that being the case, i would not necessarily try to talk anyone in to (or out of) buying a 250, i would caution a new rider (prolly most any rider, for that matter) against buying new just because there are so many really affordable used options out there, that if you do decide to sell it you might even be able to make a PROFIT on it! use the money you'll save on gear (boots, gloves, helmet, jacket) or upgrades to the bike!
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the general consensus is that he should start at 250 or 300 if that's where he feels comfortable, but he should put more thought into it if he's considering buying a bike that small brand new. riding season is coming to an end and honestly, right now would be the best time to buy a used 250. it'll be cheapest and you can spend the next few months riding it around. then when spring rolls around, you could sell high and either go ahead and buy the new bike you want or go search for a bigger bike depending on how comfortable you would then feel. most people get tired of the 250's shortly after having them. all we're doing is telling him to not assume that he'll be the exception to that and lose money in the process.
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I agree pug..I'm kinda tired of my 250 already..But like I said I know that I'm not ready to make the bump to a larger bike just yet..I still need to get my license(currently have my temps) and I'd rather take the test on my 250 than a 600..
This thread, for the most part, is a nice place to show off your bike or get some advice or ask for help with parts etc, etc..But the few people that constantly push the "go fast and try to impress" mentality is, IMO, very dangerous..And I get the whole idea about having the nicest bike you can afford and wanting to have respect from fellow riders, but I can not get behind that idea if it means having a bike that you can't handle and be safe on..It's people like those few in here that cause wrecks, put other people's life in jeopardy, and kill themselves or other motorists..My best friend in high school just burried his 29 yr. old brother 2 weeks ago because he was going 80 in a 35..Now his wife is a widow and his baby is fatherless..And it's because he was trying to be cool and make a youtube video about how great of rider he WAS and how fast he could go..People can die becuase of your actions on a bike and if you can't handle a 600 or 900 or whatever then your ***** should show some self control and not ride one until your ready..
This thread, for the most part, is a nice place to show off your bike or get some advice or ask for help with parts etc, etc..But the few people that constantly push the "go fast and try to impress" mentality is, IMO, very dangerous..And I get the whole idea about having the nicest bike you can afford and wanting to have respect from fellow riders, but I can not get behind that idea if it means having a bike that you can't handle and be safe on..It's people like those few in here that cause wrecks, put other people's life in jeopardy, and kill themselves or other motorists..My best friend in high school just burried his 29 yr. old brother 2 weeks ago because he was going 80 in a 35..Now his wife is a widow and his baby is fatherless..And it's because he was trying to be cool and make a youtube video about how great of rider he WAS and how fast he could go..People can die becuase of your actions on a bike and if you can't handle a 600 or 900 or whatever then your ***** should show some self control and not ride one until your ready..
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that was CLEARLY a joke ...I swear NT never fails to deliver the dumbest advice..
bdis-Buy what you want..Buy what you feel comfortable with..Buy what you'd like..Don't base it on what others think and don't base it on whether other people will think you're cool or not..Riding is supposed to be fun, and you can't have fun if you aren't riding smart..A 600 is not for everyone and if you are leaning more toward a 250 or 300 then thats what you should buy..I can agree that if you are going to be a long term rider you'll eventually want to move up to a bigger bike..But that's no reason to jump the gun and get a bike that too big for you right now..I have a 250 that I'm still learning on and there are plenty of times I think of moving up..That is until I catch myself making some rookie mistake and thanking God I didn't have a bigger bike cause I woulda been in a world of trouble..So I say take your time and learn on the size bike that suits you the best..And if you're ever at a stop light and you notice yourself getting a "chub" from looking at another man on a motorcycle then I suggest you get some therapy..
but alright...
Aside from the patented cop out of "get what you like" there's no reason a grown man should by a brand new 250...
People make it seem like having more power is just cuz.
Get on a major expressway with a 250... I'd be scared as **** if I was redlining at 80 MPH ...
Ride a 600 for 45 minutes and you'll see what I mean.
Also, 94% of the people you talk to will tell you the same thing. Hell, my motorcycle instructor told me to get a 6...
Who would you listen to? A guy that's currently learning on a 250? Or riders with experience that have seen countless people ditch their scooters for a 600?
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Why is it that people make it seem like riding a 600 or 750 for your first bike should be completely avoided?
I'd say if you're a responsible driver and have the utmost respect for the bike you should be fine. You can't avoid
being cut off or rear ended.
I have little riding exp but i did a whole lot of research and ended up buying a 636 Kawasaki. I would have hated
myself for wasting money just to learn on a 250, what's the point? I'm 5' 9" 180 and my bike is a perfect fit, but
to someone shorter and that weighs less, it might not work out that way.
Buy what you want/like and do a lot of research, but when you come back to this thread 2 months after money spent
on a 250 saying this is ********, we'll say we told ya so..
I'd say if you're a responsible driver and have the utmost respect for the bike you should be fine. You can't avoid
being cut off or rear ended.
I have little riding exp but i did a whole lot of research and ended up buying a 636 Kawasaki. I would have hated
myself for wasting money just to learn on a 250, what's the point? I'm 5' 9" 180 and my bike is a perfect fit, but
to someone shorter and that weighs less, it might not work out that way.
Buy what you want/like and do a lot of research, but when you come back to this thread 2 months after money spent
on a 250 saying this is ********, we'll say we told ya so..
thadocta
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yo i need some knowledge
i wanna get a bike just to ride around my neighborhood and use it to go play ball and stuff. nothing long distance.
i wanna cop a dirt bike probably a honda cr125 and i was wondering if any of u know how to make it street legal?
from what info i have u can make it into a daytime mot which is easier because u dont need lights but i dont know much else
any help or advice is appreciated. btw im in los angeles
i wanna get a bike just to ride around my neighborhood and use it to go play ball and stuff. nothing long distance.
i wanna cop a dirt bike probably a honda cr125 and i was wondering if any of u know how to make it street legal?
from what info i have u can make it into a daytime mot which is easier because u dont need lights but i dont know much else
any help or advice is appreciated. btw im in los angeles
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^i believe you have to install turn signals and a couple other things, but i'm not entirely too sure
i gotta agree with you. i started off with a 600 as my first bike, but rode my friend's 1198 recently. pretty powerful bike, but i honestly feel like i could have started with that as my first bike. as long as you're responsible and can use proper clutch control, you'll be fine. that being said, no one should start on a bike more powerful than they're comfortable with which is just common sense.
i gotta agree with you. i started off with a 600 as my first bike, but rode my friend's 1198 recently. pretty powerful bike, but i honestly feel like i could have started with that as my first bike. as long as you're responsible and can use proper clutch control, you'll be fine. that being said, no one should start on a bike more powerful than they're comfortable with which is just common sense.
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not really too keen on dirt bikes...
but i think to make a bike legal, you need the lights... also, a place to put the license plates...
dirk bikes are dumb loud and kind of uncomfortable. you'd be better off getting a scooter...
thadocta
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i aint gay bruh
ima be using it for offroad too.
yea i need turn signals license plates and some other stuff like chain covers etc..
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i aint eem try to disrespect you offering up a damb scooter...i aint gay bruh
ima be using it for offroad too.
yea i need turn signals license plates and some other stuff like chain covers etc..
my apologies, las fambilias....
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don't think that is what is being said, rather that one should do the research & make the decision for themselves on what they can handle...because your cousin & his friends all learned of superbikes (1000ccs plus sportbikes) doesn't mean everybody can (conversely just because your brother started on a 250 doesn't mean that will be right for everyone, though as has been said mistakes made on a 250 are more forgiving generally), and it is pretty irresponsible to recommend that ANYONE else SHOULD do the same. if we talking about sportbikes, be it supersports (600ccs) or superbikes, it should always be noted that these are HIGH PERFORMANCE VEHICLES! we're talking about things that can launch you from 0-60 in around 3 seconds without the safety of a cage surrounding you like in a car. most probably wouldn't think it too smart of someone who has limited experience driving to go out & buy a supercar for their 1st car, right? it is definitely their prerogative to do so, but no one would be surprised if they wrecked that joint, no?
this also brings up the topic of what the individual wants out of their riding experience? if you out here just trying to 'stunt' (figuratively, i mean) and you don't care so much about actually being a good/skilled rider or improving your riding skills (this isn't to put anyone down, similar to some car owners that see themselves as 'drivers' & to others the car is just a mode of transportation/status symbol) then maybe it isn't so important to actually progress that way...
generally to make a dirtbike street legal, i think you would need lights (brake & headlights), turn signals, and street tires or at least dual sport tires would do, it'd basically be a supermoto...if i ever can finish up this cafe racer project i've had on deck for the longest, building a official supermoto would be my next thing, they are really fun to ride, and they are made to be dropped
thadocta
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no problemoi aint eem try to disrespect you offering up a damb scooter...i aint gay bruh
ima be using it for offroad too.
yea i need turn signals license plates and some other stuff like chain covers etc..
my apologies, las fambilias....
generally to make a dirtbike street legal, i think you would need lights (brake & headlights), turn signals, and street tires or at least dual sport tires would do, it'd basically be a supermoto...if i ever can finish up this cafe racer project i've had on deck for the longest, building a official supermoto would be my next thing, they are really fun to ride, and they are made to be dropped[/quote]
i wanna use it for both dirt and street so ill look into getting some dual sports.
do i need to have my motorcycle license to ride it tho???
thadocta
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no problemoi aint eem try to disrespect you offering up a damb scooter...i aint gay bruh
ima be using it for offroad too.
yea i need turn signals license plates and some other stuff like chain covers etc..
my apologies, las fambilias....
i wanna use it for both dirt and street so ill look into getting some dual sports.
do i need to have my motorcycle license to ride it tho???
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@thadocta you'd have to check with your local on that, where i stay anything over 50ccs requires proper license & registration...that being said most cats 'round here don't bother with 'em, but they aren't exactly law abiding
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thinking about purchasing this bike...
its a 94 suzuki gsx 600...
30K miles for $900...
yall think i should jump on it?
it ran good... and i just need something to hold me down until next summer...
my itch to get on the motorcycle has to be scratched, fambs.
its a 94 suzuki gsx 600...
30K miles for $900...
yall think i should jump on it?
it ran good... and i just need something to hold me down until next summer...
my itch to get on the motorcycle has to be scratched, fambs.
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Had to sell my Ninja 250 today..Times is rough and needed the money..Got out of it the exact price I paid for it..I just wish I would have been able to ride more and atleast take my test on it..Guess I'll just take the course next year when it gets nice out..
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MY CBR 600RR WAS STOLEN FROM MY APARTMENTS 2 WEEKS AGO. I WAS BUMMED UNTIL INSURANCE CALLED ME AND TOLD ME WHAT THEY WERE GIVING ME FOR THE BIKE. $7000 FOR A BIKE I PAID $4000 FOR 
. DROPPING THAT IN THE BANK AND SAVING FOR A BIT TO PICK UP A DUCATI 848.
. DROPPING THAT IN THE BANK AND SAVING FOR A BIT TO PICK UP A DUCATI 848.
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wanna build a bobber after I pay my Bimmer off...graphics-wise, I'm thinking red/black with a Deadpool logo on the tank area OR something Warriors-inspired (using a brown leather seat to match the characters' vests) with their winged skull logo on the sides
check out this dope Seahawks custom bobber with push-to-start:
check out this dope Seahawks custom bobber with push-to-start:
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Got my license, just tryna find a nice bike for a tall dude for cheap. Not tryna drop $2k+ on a starter bike
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damn now thats a come up...i dont know why but reppedMY CBR 600RR WAS STOLEN FROM MY APARTMENTS 2 WEEKS AGO. I WAS BUMMED UNTIL INSURANCE CALLED ME AND TOLD ME WHAT THEY WERE GIVING ME FOR THE BIKE. $7000 FOR A BIKE I PAID $4000 FOR. DROPPING THAT IN THE BANK AND SAVING FOR A BIT TO PICK UP A DUCATI 848.
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How are the maintenance records on it? 30k seems like a lot of miles, but as long as the maintenance has be kept up with, it should be good money and a great steal. Also make sure there aren't any cracks in the frame, etc etc
