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New to Motorcycles. Need help
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May 26, 2009 at 7:24 pm #2896spalding89Participant
Hey everybody,
So recently I have been interested in buying a bike. Specificaly a sports bike. I’m 20 y/o and have no experience what so ever with motorcycles. never ridden one or anything. I’m currently in college so I would obviously need to buy used. Any help would be appreciated as to where I should start and what type of bike would be best for me. Thanks
May 26, 2009 at 8:42 pm #18956eternal05Participanthttps://bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/buying-new-motorcycle-vs-buying-used-motorcycle
https://bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/top-5-reasons-start-250cc-motorcycle
https://bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/why-600cc-motorcycle-not-good-beginner-bike-updated
https://bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/8-great-beginner-riding-habits
https://bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/beginner-motorcycle-guide
May 26, 2009 at 9:38 pm #18957davidmdahlParticipantTake the MSF beginner’s course first before buying a bike. This is the place to find out if motorcycles is really going to be your thing, and you will learn what you need to know to get your motorcycle endorsement. It really is fun! Get signed up soon, since the classes fill up quickly in the spring and summer. If the schedule is too full, you might also check with a Harley dealer for their class schedule.
Best wishes,
David
May 27, 2009 at 4:28 am #18965WesParticipantAlso, just because the bike is used does not mean that it will be cheaper. That is the great thing about resale on bikes
May 27, 2009 at 10:08 am #18970eternal05ParticipantMost hot 250cc bikes have used prices that are almost identical to new prices. If demand is high and supply is low, sometimes used prices are above MSRP. They were in the Seattle area when the 2008+ Ninja 250R first came out (MSRP $3,499; “market” price $5K+).
When you buy used, you take many risks that you don’t take when you buy new. You have no warranty. You don’t have as good an idea of the mechanical state of the machine. Even a great mechanic can fail to notice a major issue until it’s too late. Things like hard riding or mistreatment don’t always show right away. In the long run it can be much cheaper to buy a new vehicle if the original difference in price is not drastic.
That said, I do own a used car, but I saved 50% over the new model and got manufacturer’s certification and 4-year warranty with it, so there was no contest. Weigh your options and make your own decision.
May 27, 2009 at 7:01 pm #18981bigguybbrParticipantRiding isn’t for everyone. Some people don’t enjoy the experience or riding a motorcycle, and others simply lack the coordination and balance required to do so safely. So before you dive in head first, take a class and make sure.
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