[SuperMotoRider]

My suggestions would be (sportbikes) Ninja 250r, (cruiser/ standards) Honda Rebel, Suzuki GZ250, Buell Blast, (Dual purpose) Kawasaki KLX250, Honda CRF230L or Suzuki DR200.

My personal fave (if you think your tall enough for it) a Suzuki DRZ-400 SM.

[SuperMotoRider]

I have a DRZ400SM. If you have any questions just ask away. I’m 5’8″ 150lbs. This bike is really fun for me. I’m often on my tippy toes at stop lights, but it’s so light weight i have no problem balancing it. You should check it out the bike, lemme know what you think of it.

[SuperMotoRider]

It’s just demonstration of how car drivers are only looking out for other cars. As it stated, it’s hard to see the things we aren’t looking for. That’s why motorcycles are so invisible out on the road. It’s pretty nerve-wrecking.

[SuperMotoRider]

Once you get cocky enough after riding for awhile, you’re gonna wanna know what your bike is capable of…
You’re gonna be very tempted to see how fast you can go… (you don’t think so now, but…) trust me, you paid for a performance bike and your gonna wanna know how much it can perform… At least 80% of my sportbike buddies has pushed their bikes to their top speed on the interstate, not necessarily doing wheelies. I can tell you now I’m very tempted to push my DRZ to its top speed, previous owner did certain mods to it and said the bike can push 120mph, but I have already wrecked before i bought the bike. So I can look back on my crash and not be tempted to do anything reckless.

I don’t know much of the gs500f, but I rode with a guy that has one. He seems pretty happy with it. Try researching on youtube and the internet articles. Good luck, Be safe.

[SuperMotoRider]

I still don’t believe that anyone can “out-grow” their bike, I still think it’s an ego thing. I mean really… when do you ever need to go faster than 80mph commuting? A ninja 250’s top speed is around 80mph… If you race on a track then thats cool, but don’t ruin my life when you injured youreself or worst when you wreck into my or anyone’s car/bike at 100mph trying to show off…

Most people are concern about their weight and height on a low displacement bike, “will they fit okay on a 250cc engine or a 500cc engine?” I’m sure the bike’s suspension has more to do with your comfort than the displacement of the engine.

[SuperMotoRider]

Comfortability is your preference… you just have to sit on one and decide for yourself.
I’m a 150 lbs and I took the MSF class on a Honda Rebel. Even though, I only went 25 mph tops. The bike felt pretty comfortable and stable for me. I’m sure it would of been a great commuter for me, but I’m still young. I’ll get a cruiser when I’m 40, but for now I’m sticking with dirtbikes.

But hey, check this motorcycle vlog video out… It might help you make up your mind.

http://www.livevideo.com/video/76DE415B6E1F4F68ADAD54989BF8D611/honda-rebel-250-interstate.aspx

[SuperMotoRider]

Looking forward to buying the Alpinestars tech 10s.

NOT LOOKING FORWARD to paying $500….

[SuperMotoRider]

Thats some neat advice, thanks.

[SuperMotoRider]

“Not saying there is. it just puts parents at ease when their kid isnt riding around in a racing machine…”
– was posted by me.

ps- forgot to log in… lmao

[SuperMotoRider]

This first bike question always gets asked and the answer is always ‘yes.’

If it’s not your first bike, your ego may want more power, but the 250 will get you from A to B no problem. My roomate is 210lbs and he’s fine on a Honda Rebel.

See ya out on the road.

[SuperMotoRider]

Just go out and buy it, hate it, then sell it…
You’ll learn a good lesson.

I think its more of an ego thing with people starting out on big bikes. I just hope your ego doesn’t hurt you or worst… We can only pray…

[SuperMotoRider]

My only advice is make sure you have fun in your MSF class.

See you out on the road.

-SMR

[SuperMotoRider]

Have you have any experience with a bike before? MSF class or dirt bike experience?

If not, (what I would recommend) start on a used ninja250 and tear it up. Afterwards, sell it and get a 600cc bike. Cause if you buy the 600cc one now, and about the time you tear up the 600cc (in comparison if you start on a 250cc), you’re gonna want a bigger bike. This way, you develop all your skills then you can have a little fun.

-SMR

[SuperMotoRider]

dont start on a sportbike and tell them that.

[SuperMotoRider]

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