Meanie Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 So I am looking for a cheap bike for her to learn on. I am going to go look at a 550 maxim this weekend. I am interested to see if she sticks with it. She still needs to get her permit, then sign up for a class. I'm not planning on helping too much unless she asks for it. I hope she enjoys it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 im jealous....my girl hates bikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Copeland Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 I bought my wife 2.A Ninja 250 and she hated it.(Seat was too tall)So,we bought her a Buell Blast.(She Love's it)So,what I'm saying here,is get something she like's and is comfortable on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meanie Posted March 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Well that's the goal. I am taking her with me to look at the maxim. I'm thinking it may be a bit tall, but if it's really close I can shave the seat down since there is about 4 inches of padding on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiomike Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 My wife started learning on a Honda Rebel. Those little bikes are great for that. If you can buy it reasonable, you can probably resell it and not take a lo$$.I then bought her a little 650 V Star Classic which she now rides like a champ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 I took the class first the got my 800, it was ok. Got my 250 and fell in love. I am only 4'11 so I lowered the 250 with a kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 my wife had a vstar250 and quickly upgraded to a shadow vlx 600 and she now wants to get a vstar 950 touring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Warn me when she's out so I can get off the road... and don't you wanna get her a Harley? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revelstoker Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 Get her a used 883 Sporty. Chicks look good riding American Iron. They have nice vibes. Or, Triumph Commando if you can find one in the budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 ^^ See Meanie? It was meant to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted March 30, 2012 Report Share Posted March 30, 2012 My wife started out on a Suzuki S40 (650cc single cylinder mini cruiser). It was good to learn on with the low seat & low weight. Shes riding a Ducati 696 monster now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swingset Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 Triumph T100 is a great bike that several women I know have enjoyed. Great seating position, good linear power, good standard maneuverability and a good looking scoot too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 I got a bike for my wife....best trade I ever did. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garvinzoom Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 My wife had a 1983 44LTD and she now has a 99 Bandit 1200. She loves to ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolWhip Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 My woman loves bikes. I can't decide if I want her to ride two up with me or get her own. She would be down for either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit12 Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 I had a 2001 Suzuki GZ250 for my oldest son to learn on and he done great on it. I thimk the guy that bought it from me wants to sell it, he bought it for his mom and her health kept her from riding it. All it should need is a battery and a rider, I'll ask him a price if you want send me a PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
82packer Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 (edited) Got my wife a Suzuki Intruder 800 last spring and she has been doing great. Now she likes my FZ1 better and told me to get another bike. She likes the upright position better then the cruiser position. Edited March 31, 2012 by 82packer Fat fingers and riding in a 3/4 ton truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 Got my wife a Suzuki Intruder 800 last spring and she has been doing great. Now she likes my FZ1 better and told me to get another bike. She likes the upright position better then the cruiser position.That's what I started on and I like the sport position better also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 My wife started learning on a Honda Rebel. Those little bikes are great for that. My wifes Suzuki TU250 was like a Rebel but with fuel injection. Nice bike, got lots of looks at bike nites as it looks like a vintage bike.Good beginner bike, low seat and all just doesn't have much get-up-n-go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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