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Just now, Tpoppa said:

Neither a 1000 nor 600cc sportbike is a good choice for a first bike.

My instructor suggested that I get at least a 500cc bike. He noticed how I was having problems on the small 250 bikes at the class and he came up to me and suggested I get sometime bigger, said it would be easier for me to ride.

Hello

I am new to riding, passed my Ohio Basic Riders course a month ago.  I am 6'1" and about 228lbs. 

I am looking for a 600cc bike to get for my first bike, but as I am looking, I am finding some 1000cc bikes the same price or cheaper than some of the 600cc bikes I am finding.

I am going to buy a sports bike like a R6 or CBR500rr or 600rr or maybe even a Suzuki.

oh ok lol

I plan to wear full gear, helmet, jacket, gloves, proper boots or motorcycle shoes, thinking about getting pants too.

12 minutes ago, ScubaCinci said:

Another bonus for hi-viz gear (and luggage) is that LEO's tend to be more lenient with riders that show responsibility by A) wearing full gear B) wearing hi-viz. This plus luggage helps separate the more responsible riders from the squids as they tend to ride with little safety equipment and are usually on sport bikes with no luggage. I have 2 LEO friends that have told me this...otherwise, it really would've never occurred to me.

What is a LEO?

I think that hi viz colors like blue or red mixed with white will be better for the day time as mentioned above.  I agree with hi vis like the yellow for night driving and gray, raining weather is good.

I did a experiment where someone used different colors and moved the colors passed my peripheral vision and out of green, orange, and the hi viz type yellow, I noticed the green, orange much more than the yellow.  The yellow blended too much into the background.   I didnt know when or what side the colors would move into my vision.

Hello

What are some good colors to wear for good visibility to other drivers?

I know the construction yellow and orange is noticeable, but are their other colors that will work well?

Does white blend into the background too much?

Ttc

3 hours ago, Ryan_c_F said:

TBH no off-the-rack jeans are going to offer any kind of valid protection in a crash. It's just cotton -- they'll explode as soon as you touch down.

I wear a pair of Bull-It riding jeans -- they're stretchy and they have a liner material called covec that's heat resistant, abrasion resistant and cut-proof; they look good, too. If you're dead-set on jeans, try to find a pair of riding-specific jeans that offers full abrasion-resistant liners.

Looking for something cool to wear in the summer time. I mean temperature cool.

10 hours ago, 2talltim said:

You have to find a happy medium for comfort, protection and riding style. Full power ranger leather race suit is obviously going to be the top tier of protection and some choose to run this year round reguardless of weather conditions. I say fuck that, I'm noting going to be miserable on my bike because I fear what might happen, if I thought that way I might as well sell the bike and stay at home. Full textile will still be warm but will vent better and offer good protection. The mesh jackets is a step down in protection but will be the most comfortable. SO, there is no right or wrong answer just depends on the protection level vs comfort level you are looking for. If your a moderate rider the mesh will be good protection in 90% of the circumstances, but if your a rider that wants to do Mach Retard every where obviously the leather power ranger suit might be the way to go. What ever you choose will obviously better than nothing at all. Helmet. ankle support boots, solid jeans, any kind of riding jacket and riding gloves at a minimum.

I am not looking to go mach one down the street

Fun safe riding is my choice

So if mesh is not the best, maybe I will look at something else. Solid jeans, what would be considered solid jeans?  

21 minutes ago, Scorpion-Ninja said:

heres an old pic of BOTH my bikes years ago! in reference to my above post ^^

 

Wow thats a big difference in size, especially the tire.

2 minutes ago, Scorpion-Ninja said:

I will add one thing from my experience from going from a Ninja 250R to 650R.

250R was much more agile, but also had a much lower Center of Gravity!

650R only weighs like 50lbs more, but that weight is felt due to the higher center of gravity.

I noticed it the first time I rode the 650R and wasnt sure I liked it, but after 40 miles I got used to it and loved it.

pushing both bikes around, no doubt the 250R was "tiny" lower and lighter than the 650R, but nothing like a 900 lbs Goldwing! LOL

Not hard to handle?

7 minutes ago, Scorpion-Ninja said:

Hello,

Gratz on getting your first bike and welcome to the world of 2 wheels!

 

I started on a brand new 2009 Ninja 250R. Loved that bike and wish I still had it.

I sold it due to my GF (back then never knew she would LOVE to ride 2UP on the back with me).

So enter my 2009 Ninja 650R. (bought brand new in 2010) .

I researched alot for months and I went to many many DEMO DAYS here in Michigan and Demo Rode lots of different bikes!

The Ninja 650R fit my budget, Insurance cost and it was 2UP friendly with it having that "ugly" (said by the haters) Big Banana Seat!

I used to weigh 170lbs, 180 with full gear on.

These days I weigh 215/225 fully geared! I'm also 5'9" 31" inseam and can flatfoot my bike. no lowered suspension here!

My old Ninja 650R pulls my weight just fine, even with 43,000 miles! Old Betsy still keeps me happy enuff NOT to sell her.

To each's own. If I had more money to afford a 2nd bike, etc, sure I would have a Big Touring Concours-14ABS just for 2up riding and Trackday only bike. But the 650R does it all.

If your taller than me, a Versys 650/1000LT might be a more roomy for ya! There isnt much difference for sportbikes using the common "standard foot peg position".

If you need more "leg room" then a Cruiser style bike will have those forward foot pegs, giving you more room. But they will scrape easy when you try to drop around a corner!

Thanks

Dont want a crusing bike, at least not for my first bike, maybe a second bike.  

So my weight and height is not a big problem it seems for 500 and up bikes.

1 hour ago, hiro said:

I saw a 2006 Hornet 599 for $3000 on CR. Only has a rusted ding on the tank. Maybe too much power? If I'm not mistaken, inline-4's need to rev up a bit before pumping out their power? A new rider could get into trouble with instant torque from a stop?

https://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/6090139835.html

Honda Hornet? They sold those in America? I thought they were only in Japan. They are still popular there.

2 hours ago, CrazySkullCrusher said:

Main question here is budget. If you're in the 'few thousand' dollar range, look into a bandit 600, fz6, sv650, ninja650 etc. Very capable bikes, reasonably comfy for taller riders and you will not get bored of them easily. If your budget is more in the ten Grand or close to it neighborhood, spring for one of the new Honda cb650's gsxs750 or  fz07, Still plenty of bike but not as beastly as an all out sport bike.  

Not sure how much I will have. saving.  Was hoping I could get something in the 2000 dollar range. If not Ill save up more.

5 hours ago, zx3vfr said:

Anything less than a Hyabusa and it's just a waste. If you do get something less than a Hyabusa all your friends and family will ridicule you and call you a woman.

lol

No dont like those bikes.

6 hours ago, B-Mac said:

Suzuki DL650 V-Strom. Great all around bike with a upright seating position to see over trafic while commuting. Wide handle bars for leverage for swerveing thru trafice. Great used prices. 6'1'' leg room. Go for the sport bike next time. You may not want to.

Looks sporty

5 hours ago, NinjaDoc said:

Vstrom 650, one of the best bike I ever rode. Great for tall guys, engine is smooth, upright easier to ride. Easier to learn on yet have enough power to keep you happy. Look for old models with abs post 2008, or all had abs post 2012. As new rider strongly recommend abs. Can be had for cheap and sold easily too. 

 

plus looks bigger than it is and feels "sufficient and not tiny"  when u sit in it,  and will easily engulf your frame in it. Once it starts rolling it just easiest to ride. The only negative is the stereotyping associated with looks /  if your into that sorta thing is, its not the cool colorful college girl magnet flashy looking sports bike. Its more of a mature learned bearded adventurous lumberjack kinda tough bike, wise women magnet 

Lol

Not worried about attracting women. want something thats fun to ride and not going to race 2000 mph down the street

I am interested in learning basic moto gp riding.  Does that affect the type of bike I buy?

15 hours ago, hiro said:

Check out this site for getting an idea of how you might fit on different bikes. http://cycle-ergo.com/

There's usually a big difference between a 600 and a 650, I think. The 600 is usually a super-sport while a 650 is more of a sport-touring bike.

For a taller person, what about something like a Versys or V-strom?

Yeah, I think the 300 would be too small for your height. If you were closer, I'd let you try mine. A Ninja 500 might be good as a starter. It's harder to learn if you're worried about scratching a pretty new(er) bike. Plan to learn on it, then re-sell. By then you'll have a better idea of what to invest in.

Thanks that site helps.

13 hours ago, dustinsn3485 said:

I'll likely have a 2007 Ninja 650 to sell soon. Its a little rough aestheticly, but mechanically in good shape, short a set of tires. It would also require a weekend trip to get it from me.

Its likely a little small for someone your size, but the motor is right for a new rider.  You'd probably do best on a v Strom or similar, it would fit your height better.

Thank you for the offer but its going to take me a couple of months to save up for a bike if over 1000 dollars.

How much are you selling it for?

14 hours ago, mello dude said:

Hi 

Go look at this one...

 

 

I saw a 2015 one for 5000 dollars. Is that too much?

13 hours ago, hiro said:

1/2 ^_^

Cool

I was there for a long time. Going back. Miss the bikes there

20 minutes ago, hiro said:

What is your weight, by the way? Could make a difference.

There is also the CBR500 and CB500, going by bikes I've seen on Craigslist recently. (I'm still adjusting to moving from the Ninja 300 to the Ninja 650. Legs still feel a little folded and I'm only 5'8" at best. Perfect for Japanese who are used to sitting seiza. heh)

Ehhh konba wa Nihonjin desu ka?

I weigh 230but my normal weight is 200, I gained some weight.

7 minutes ago, Connie14 said:

Sv650 are good bikes, epecially when  you are first starting of out.  Congrats on starting out with the BRC before jumping into motorcycle ownership.  That is the way to go.  

Thanks

I want to make sure I know how to ride safely and properly.

So a 300 would be too small?

12 minutes ago, Connie14 said:

It depends on what type of bike and riding you do.  Sport bike or HD, then leather is probably your best route.  Touring bike,  and your best route is probably mesh or synthetic shell (Cordura or other).

Hello 

Why leather for sport or HD?  Is there any type of summer leather wear?

Hello

I am a new rider.  

What are summers like for bike riders in Ohio? In Cincinnati?

Why type and material gear should I buy for riding in the summer here?  What about when its raining?

Hello

I am a new rider and just completed the Ohio BRC.

I am looking for my first bike.

My instructor suggested I get a 500cc bike, he pulled me aside and mentioned this to me after he observed me during the class. I think the 250 bikes that we were using was too small for me.

My knees came up to the gas tank.  I am 6'1. 

I am looking at 300, 500, and 600cc bikes.  I want to buy a naked bike or a sport bike.  I want something to enjoy riding and I will use the bike for daily commutes.  

I have watched many youtube videos of people saying that if a person buys a bike that is too small in the beginning, the person usually outgrows the bike quickly.  I dont want to make that mistake.

Any suggestions.