Wish Me Luck

6/1/2009 1:42:56 PM

Totally off normal topic (if there every really is such a thing on this blog), but I’ve signed up to take motorcycle riding lessons in a couple weeks.  I am still on the fence about getting a bike, but this seems like a logical first step.  I’m looking forward to it.  No idea what to do for a first bike should I decide to pursue it.  All the bikes I really like are much more than likely to be way to much bike for a first time rider.  Admittedly, that takes away some of the allure – not getting to ride a cool bike. ;-)  I get the feeling I need to stick to 600cc or less and that does not leave a lot of cool factor in the choices that remain!  ;-)  I’ve even heard some say to not get anything over 500cc but that is just not an option – I can afford a bike now so I kinda need to get something that I can grow into ‘cause I am not sure an upgrade option will exist in a year or two. Anyone with recommendations/experiences as a first time rider, please leave a comment.  And no, I am refuting the notion that this is some kind of mid-life act out!!! ;-)

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5/30/2009 5:03:38 AM

Joel Calhoun

My first bike was an old 650cc, and me and my wife both learned to ride on it.  I had the same dilemma when I got my bike and I'm glad I got a bike that I could ride on the freeway.  Plus you are a reasonably tall fellow and the extra weight shouldn't effect you too much.  Just get used to the throttle in the class and buy a bike you will ride for a couple years at least.

Joel Calhoun

5/30/2009 5:08:31 PM

Chris Sutton

It's been 15 years since I've had my bike, so I can't offer much advice any more, but it sounds like fun. Good luck with the riding classes.

Chris Sutton United States

5/31/2009 10:01:24 AM

Rick

Here's the bike I plan on getting in a few weeks... www.apriliausa.com/modelli/road/modello.asp?id=126 ...Fast enough to be safe on the highways, but not as dangerous as getting a 1000cc crotch rocket Smile  And plus, the styling is AWESOME!!!

Rick

6/2/2009 9:58:52 AM

Peter Edstrom

I had a 500cc when I took the drivers test. Wouldn't get anything much bigger than that to do the tight swerving they like to see. I'd get something used for now, and if it sticks, get something nicer later. You'll likely dump your first bike a couple times -- best if it isn't something too expensive.  'course, don't take my word on it. I rode for all of 2 years and never bought a bike myself (was borrowing one).

Peter Edstrom United States

6/4/2009 12:40:51 PM

Tim

I started out with a 500 and quickly moved to an Suzuki Volusia 800 (now called the Boulevard C-50.
I passed the 800 down to my wife when I moved up the the Meanstreak.

The 800 was here first bike and she did fine with it. She still rides that along with her Bandit 1250.

For more info on the Suzuki 800, check out http://www.volusiaowners.com

Tim United States

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