varma917989 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Hi Guys this varma new to db and New to Ohio.I'm trying to buy a honda cbr1000could you please give me some tips :confused: in buying it.Actually this one will be my fist Motorcycle :).Thank you for your help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Will that be fast enough for a first bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerBoy Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Hi Guys this varma new to db and New to Ohio.I'm trying to buy a honda cbr1000could you please give me some tips :confused: in buying it.Actually this one will be my fist Motorcycle :).Thank you for your help Your first motorcycle is a CBR 1000 ?!!!!Is it the first motorcycle or a death wish ? I won't give you anyhints on buy a bike that will probably kill u ....I'd say start with a 250 or a ninja, katana 600 , a cbr 1000 isn't a beginner's Bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReconRat Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 The USA is one of the few countries that will let a beginner buy anything. Your insurance company will have a different opinion. You might want to ask about what those insurance rates will be, for various types of bikes, before you go bike hunting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varma917989 Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 But i dont like them I had a HERO HONDA 250cc bike in INDIAyou think that wont help me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Buy something smaller, used, and cheap now. If you're ready for the 1000 in August, sell it for what you paid and move up. You know yourself better than anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I started out on a Honda CBR1000...."F" model Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ducati guy Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Id deff start on a 600 first. Do a google search on buying a liter bike for your first bike..there are countless threads of people buying a liter bike for their first bike and klling themselves or injuring themselves in some way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I started out on a Honda CBR1000...."F" model "Started out" meaning "learned on" ? Or meaning "first one I purchased "? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 First street bike I bought (had about 6 months of riding on the street on a Buell)... I'd been riding 200cc dirtbikes for about a decade before I took to the street.Hell, my ol' man even helped me find the bike and pick it up with me. I bought it before I even bought my first car.How long as the OP been riding his 250? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varma917989 Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 First street bike I bought (had about 6 months of riding on the street on a Buell)... I'd been riding 200cc dirtbikes for about a decade before I took to the street.Hell, my ol' man even helped me find the bike and pick it up with me. I bought it before I even bought my first car.How long as the OP been riding his 250?I've been riding it for 5 years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varma917989 Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I've been riding it from last 5+ years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Well, if you're confident in your riding skills and respect the bike... then have at it. Just don't ride like a cocky douche. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 First street bike I bought (had about 6 months of riding on the street on a Buell)... I'd been riding 200cc dirtbikes for about a decade before I took to the street.Hell, my ol' man even helped me find the bike and pick it up with me. I bought it before I even bought my first car.How long as the OP been riding his 250?I wouldn't criticize that decision with as much experience on and around bikes as you've had. I wouldn't recommend a liter-bike to someone new to riding. If this guy is saying that he has extensive experience on the smaller bike in India, then have at it. I don't have a 1000, but I'm not askeeered of them either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C-bus Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 So tips...... buy now while they're cheap. If you want new, get to a dealer before they have to pay tax on their inventory. Look for older, leftover models. For used, lots out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varma917989 Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Thank you all for your tips and suggestions. And could you guys help me with insurance too.How much it may cost?How much is the registration fee?Pls.... thank you again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Progressive.com for insurance quoteRegistration will be approx $60, but it depends on if you have a permit to operate a motorcycle, or have a full endorsement. Permit first, then endorsement, which is an 'on the bike' maneuvering test given by the state. You have to schedule that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 ...I'm trying to buy a honda cbr1000...Actually this one will be my first Motorcycle .I had a HERO HONDA 250cc bike in INDIAI've been riding it from last 5+ yearsSounds like you'll be fine since this won't actually be your first bike like you originally said. Oh and welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 (edited) ..... Edited December 20, 2010 by Bad324 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubguy85 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I learned on a Buell xb12r firebolt and then next was a 1098 ducati.. Who cares what size u "learn" on.. Don't be a squid.. You'll be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motociclista Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 And could you guys help me with insurance too.How much it may cost?Insurance varies tremendously based on your age, type of bike (in this case, a very expensive one to insure) driving/riding record, level of coverage, where you live, where the bike is garaged, and other details, sort of in that order of importance. Get multiple quotes. You can get quotes online from places like Progressive and GEICO, or through an independent agent. You definitely need to make some comparisons, because prices vary and it's going to be expensive. Make sure you can afford the insurance BEFORE you buy a CBR1000. To give you an idea, I have one bike fully insured for less than $200/year. If I had the same level of coverage on my sportbike, it would cost me nearly $800/year. I'm the same person. It's the bike that's different. And both of those are less expensive than a CBR1000 will be. Good luck.And yes, you have several years of riding experience, but a modern literbike demands respect. Be smart.And welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eggs Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Welcome to the forum, What tips are you looking for exactly besides insurance questions ? Do you want to know what a good model year to buy? What type of accessories do you want? Do you want tips on gear? Lat Q what does "db" mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 if this dude rode in india with all those crazy fucks running through the streets, he can handle any bike ever made....those places are mad houses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rslocum Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 My liter bike was my first. It's not so much the size of the bike as it is the respect you give it and how careful you are with your right wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varma917989 Posted December 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Sounds like you'll be fine since this won't actually be your first bike like you originally said. Oh and welcome to the forum!Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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