[JoeSTL]

I posted a couple weeks ago about some used beginner bikes. What do you think about the XJ 600 Seca 2? I found one on craigslist in my area for 1200 bucks, which is very much in my price range. I’ve read lots of posts online about it being a good beginner bike, especially for tall riders (I’m 6’3”). What do you think about this bike?

Here’s the ad: http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/2181333335.html

[gitchy42]

Older bike, but looks nice. Pretty low miles for the age. As long as it is in decent condition (and good working order), I think that would work.

This is one of the bikes that someone had mentioned being a beginner friendly bike, but more for a ‘novice’ rider. I don’t remember where I read that, but I do remember reading it, lol. I did just read a review that compares it to the GS500, and said that it is a nicer bike, but that was for the 92 models of both. Maybe someone else knows more?

[madjak30]

You may be getting into more power than you are expecting…it’s probably only around 60Hp but it will be peaky being a 4cyl…I think it is doable, but it won’t be a popular choice around here…lower Hp is prefered, and much safer…

Edit: Here is an owner review of the bike with some comments from other owners…

http://www.motorcyclesurvey.com/reviews/yamaha/xj600/r656/comments/

Sounds like it is buzzy and a little unstable…I would maybe look a little farther…a Ninja 500 (EX500) and Suzuki GS500 are the more popular choices…

Good luck!!

Later.

[gitchy42]

Good point about the power being peaky, I didn’t think of that.

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