[Lurch9]

I have restraint I don’t wanna be a beginner and go hop on a bike that if I screw up while learning I could die I wanna have the more forgiving bike like you guys were saying earlier . Would I need to customize the 650 like I would have to the 250? My inseam is 33/34 I believe lol and what about new vs. Used? Would it be better to buy new that way it’s under warranty etc or used because ill probly lay it down etc

[JackTrade]

Most people buy a used first bike, so that if they do drop it, it’s less of a big deal than dropping your spanking new pride and joy; pretty much a psychological reason.

Also, the practical side is that most novices upgrade to a more powerful machine fairly soon after getting some basic experience with their beginner bike, so why not let some else (the original buyer) take the depreciation hit?

And on the reality side, SV650 (naked) version isn’t available new in the states anymore (damnit!), but the Gladius is it’s replacement. SV650S (faired) is still available new.

But the SV650S/Gladius is a bike that has plenty to offer experienced riders, so buying it new is perhaps more of a reasonable option, as you’ll likely hold onto it for awhile.

I personally say buy used for your first bike, esp. if the Ninja, but there is a good case to be made for a new SV650.

[Lurch9]

Thanks guys! Appreciate all the info!

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