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So far I have had a great experience here, and the reviews are great! I definately plan on staying for a while

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I agree with the lower cc bikes better to start with, that’s why I did some research as to which bike’s would be better to start with. I had my eyes set on the Ninja 250, but I was told by more experienced riders than myself that i’d be better off with something with a bit more power since i have a bigger frame.

So I was looking at the GS500 now. For now I suppose i’ll do some research on the GS500 since with my body type I don’t think i’ll get the full benefit from the Ninjette.

I’m not planning on doing freeway speeds any time soon, haha! I’m probably going to take the roads when going to work, keeping my freeway time very minimal. I also agree with your comment again Wanderer, I’m not planning on getting on the freeway without extensive experience on the road ways at least.

My apartment has covered parking and is gated with remote control access. Security has always been one of my concerns with buying a motorcycle, and Wanderer does bring a good point. I can just park my bikes in the parking spots and keep my car outside! The chances of getting my car broken into are probably a lot less likely than someone driving up to my bikes with a u-haul at 3am in the morning.

any idea’s what a GS500 cost used now’days?

– Edit: Upon further research, I think i’m going to stick with my first love. The SV650, I did a little bit of looking around and I stumbled back upon the first motorcycle I set my fortunate posterior on. The minute the salesman pulled the red 2006 SV650 out of the showroom and flipped the ignition I was curious, but when I sat down and compared the bike to the higher end bikes (Gixxers and Ninjas) the thing was lightweight, and easy on the eyes.

So now that it come’s down to it, I think i’m leaning more towards the SV650, or the GS500. Depending on which I like better, too bad there’s no such things as test-drives eh?

Thanks for the suggestions!

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@ Wanderer: I’ve done some research and I agree with everything you said. Lighter and nimbler does make a lot more sense when it comes to navigating the motorcycle through the streets. The only time I think it would become a concern is on the freeway. When I roll up next or between two eighteen weelers, won’t I feel the wind resistance?

Completley agree once again with the taking it upon themselves for myself idea.

@spiccnspam: Sounds like a good idea, but there’s only one catch. I live in an apartment, so i’m not sure if I can house two bikes under one covered parking space

I agree with the idea of just stowing away the katana, and starting out on a gs500, I just gotta find space to put it. I don’t really fancy the idea of renting out space to put it… any ideas?

Thanks for the fast reply everyone!

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