Little Butch 16 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 I've booked my first lesson on a Bike for 7th April and now need to think about what Bike to get I'll be 17 soon and am only a small lad (5ft 7) I've had experience on a 100cc Scooter (done 70mph), a 60cc Crosser & a little Minimoto.. Never rode a Geared Bike though. Ideally I'd like a Supermoto but Money's really low so was thinking about other Bikes..? From what I've read It's best to stay away from the Smaller Bikes as you'll end up getting bored? What do you lot recommend? Cheers, Butch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thehunter09 1 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 get a honda club 70cc.will last you a life time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Little Butch 16 Posted March 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Been looking at RS 250's what does everybody think of these? Butch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
littletimmy 71 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Been looking at RS 250's what does everybody think of these? Butch you aint gunna pass your theory with out my practice cd Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sounder 9 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 well lb i no fk all about bikes tbh ,but the best of luck with what ever you end up with , and be safe cheers sounder Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Scuba1 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 My reccomendation would be to get a Suzuki SV 650 and have it restricted till you get your full licence. They run for ever and you won't get bored with one of them for a long time to come. I have had mine for a while now and stil love to rude it. HTH Michael Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stubby 175 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 your right about not getting to smaller a cc, but dont go over the top, you just admitted you aint got loads of cash, which bigger bikes can cost, and carry on costing to keep running, buying a cheap higher power bike is gonna cost when it goes wrong, also, dont just "expect to pass" we sold wasp's (my missus) bike, a 250cc hornet to a young lad who knew he would pass, he's now on his 3rd attempt I'd look into a 600cc, but with the restrictor plates in, bringing it down to the 33bhp, it'll still do a ton (100mph) Im gonna say, look at second hand HONDA HORNET 600, if you look around 98 2000 plate, they can be picked up cheapish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
droid 11 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 If you're really strapped, look at a grey import 400. Choose a popular model and spares aren't a problem, and they do restrictor kits for them. Not if you're over 5'10" though, you'll end up riding with your knees round your ears if it's a sportsbike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jayd 0 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 SV650 good starter bike Wouldn't look at an RS250 for your first big bike - 2 stroke = expensive oil + 4x4 running costs + rebuilds = Skint. That and the fact insurance is likely to be ridiculous on them. You want a 4 stroke for your first bike. I'd even consider something like a CB500/ER5/GS500 for a year, learner schools all over the country can't be wrong Quote Link to post Share on other sites
silverfoxsid08 27 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 My reccomendation would be to get a Suzuki SV 650 and have it restricted till you get your full licence. They run for ever and you won't get bored with one of them for a long time to come. I have had mine for a while now and stil love to rude it. HTH Michael A good bike the 650 sv i use to have one i have the sv 1000 thats better good bikes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PeakOil 352 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 If you're really strapped, look at a grey import 400. Choose a popular model and spares aren't a problem, and they do restrictor kits for them. Not if you're over 5'10" though, you'll end up riding with your knees round your ears if it's a sportsbike. Thats how I started with a restricted NC35. Baby blade, NC30 or a zxr 400. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
craftycarper 0 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 This is very similar to my first bike...very economical in it's day.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
baronvontreffyes 2 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 i have had all sorts of bikes over the years,but last year i got my mrs into bikes so to go out with here till she passes here test, i bought a 03 gs500 what a great little bike its a small bike for my 6"4 but not that uncomfortable,i bought it restricted thinking of here if she passes,i think there great and i have ridden all sorts,for a first big bike i think highly recomended bomb proof motor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mal4936 0 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 i have had all sorts of bikes over the years,but last year i got my mrs into bikes so to go out with here till she passes here test, i bought a 03 gs500 what a great little bike its a small bike for my 6"4 but not that uncomfortable,i bought it restricted thinking of here if she passes,i think there great and i have ridden all sorts,for a first big bike i think highly recomended bomb proof motor susuki dr 400 run on road wheels then when you get some more cash buy a set of supermoto wheels and swap em over as and when you want best of both worlds good luck with the test Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JPTfellterrier 65 Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 good on fuel....goes well fast down hills but your fecking nackered if you want to go any further than the corner shop Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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