Reply To: I think I’ve decided I don’t want a motorcycle…
February 6, 2009 at 9:28 pm
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SantaCruzRider
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Can’t argue with what you like or don’t like about shifting — though I mirror the sentiments that you pretty quickly learn how to handle it.
Your choice of bike can also reduce the amount of shifting you HAVE to do. Some have much broader power bands than others and can handle a broader range of speeds in a single gear (though nearly all require you to get out of first to reach even city traffic speeds).
You mention starting with a 50cc scooter. That’s probably smart. After a few months you’ll have a better sense of whether you can to add the complexity of shifting. And unless gas prices hit $4 again this summer, you may find some lightly used scooters for sale by all the would-be riders who panicked and bought one last year.