Cheech Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Wsa debating between that or a Grom, but after reading a bit of the Grom thread I don't think it's for me. I sat on a CB300F at IP and was pretty impressed, any owners out there have any insights? This is just a screw-around bike, I've been without for a few years now. Riding position on a supersport bothered me too much and I wasn't able to get a lot of ride time, I was thinking with the better upright position that it'd be better for my wrists and hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 get a shorty motard bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Looks neat, but I would bet this thing means leftover 250's will be available at huge discounts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 The CB500s can also be had on the cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 KTM 390 Duke. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 get a shorty motard bro You mean like the Aprilia SR50? Sat on one of those too at IP, I feel like I'm too much of a fatass for a fitty, I'd have to rev the tits off it to get it to go anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Member of the newbs shouldn't buy new faired bikes crew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Member of the newbs shouldn't buy new faired bikes crew. wat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 KTM 390 Duke. those looks like a hoot. I have heard good things about the 'supersport' 390, and great things about the KTM cup bikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 those looks like a hoot. I have heard good things about the 'supersport' 390, and great things about the KTM cup bikes. It's an interesting idea. I've kinda set a budget of 4K for this which the Duke would blow out, but it's not going to kill me. I wanted to stay away from the supersport riding position though, am i going to be right back to it with this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Duke's pretty upright. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 It's an interesting idea. I've kinda set a budget of 4K for this which the Duke would blow out, but it's not going to kill me. I wanted to stay away from the supersport riding position though, am i going to be right back to it with this? not with the Duke, I don't think. I only know one person who has actually ridden a KTM 390, and his is not the Duke model. I am not familiar with the Honda model, but the KTM is $500 more than the Ninja 300 and R3, but has a much more appealing list of features (IMHO). If you're buying new regardless, the KTM is the way to go. ...but I'll acknowledge again that I don't know much about the Honda. You should probably ride them all and let us know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 I had a cbr250r for a couple years as a commuter. The way I see it you'll pay 25% more for the ktm & have 100% more fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted June 13, 2015 Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/05/18/four-affordable-sub-400cc-entry-level-sportbike-motorcycle-review-comparison-test-photos-specifications/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted June 13, 2015 Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 This would be my recommendation:http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/5042407823.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
323racer Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Sounds like a CB500f would be a good choice for you. Very fun bike that does everything well. Has enough power that you won't "outgrow" it right away like you might with the 300.I am currently selling mine if your interested. https://dayton.craigslist.org/mcy/5074027145.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 i think an fz1 would be the best choice. i also happen to be selling one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAC Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Seems like riding position is a deal breaker. So I'd check your candidate bikes at cycle-ergo once you've sorted the economics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mango_sv Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Bought the future wife a CB300F this spring. I have to say, it's impressive. It will haul me and her to highway speeds without a problem and the suspension handled it without complaint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted June 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2015 Sounds like a CB500f would be a good choice for you. Very fun bike that does everything well. Has enough power that you won't "outgrow" it right away like you might with the 300.I am currently selling mine if your interested. https://dayton.craigslist.org/mcy/5074027145.htmlDamn that's tempting. I'm currently looking at a 2008 Yammy Morphous scoot, but this has me second guessing myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted June 18, 2015 Report Share Posted June 18, 2015 I hear those CB500f are an absolute hoot to ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loch Rob Posted July 14, 2015 Report Share Posted July 14, 2015 Bought the future wife a CB300F this spring. I have to say, it's impressive. It will haul me and her to highway speeds without a problem and the suspension handled it without complaint. This is one sweet looking ride for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Ninja 300 here, I love my little bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mango_sv Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 This is one sweet looking ride for sure.That it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReconRat Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) Having had a lot of smaller bikes, I'd jump on a CB500F anytime. 500cc was the minimum for long distance "back-in-the-day". Always found that anything smaller simply freaked out when pushed down the road all day at road speeds. A 300cc is more for around town and a few occasional road trips. I will admit that current motorcycles have more available power and durability than way back when.Would I buy a 250/300cc? No, I won't be going back there (unless it's a dirt bike), but most of the 500cc bikes are attractive. In the end it's what will be comfortable. Try them on for size. Edited July 15, 2015 by ReconRat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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