Whats the best bike for a beginner

[Sandman]

1.) not true, something like a tzr250 3xv will keep up easily with say a suzuki gk73/6
2.) if the "mine is bigger than yours" gets to you
3.) no comment
4.) bs, an experienced guy with wipe the floor riding a 250 stroke against a novice on a 1000
5.) you can clutch wheelie any bike
6.) again, this is BS, 250 2 strokes are awesome track bikes
7.) twostrokes sounds awesome
8.) maybe if it was an RZ50
9.) the brakes are more capable than a novice rider, they are more than enough, learn to brake.
10.) its a 400cc

there are 2 real reasons not to buy any 250cc 2T or 400cc, and this is cause they are kak unreliable, and parts are scarce and expensive

Kabal, so basically wot you saying is that he shouldnt buy a 250cc?
That was exactly my point, dude.
Also:
1.) you being very specific, he doesnt know wot 250cc he will buy.
2.) this is a fact of life, and why you have a 330i
5.) wrong, not if you a beginner
7.) no
9.) no
10.) i dont even understand this one

Ok, i have to ask this, so what bikes have you had?

 

[Karthik]

Hmmm sorry guys if everyone says don't get a 250cc . In my opinion rather be safe then sorry . You might get bored with the 250cc in no time . Does not mean you know everything already . With power comes responsibility and a 600cc is quite powerful . Take it in steps.

 

[stiovov]

Come On guys... On that Note my Little brother bought a Honda CBR600rr and he go lessons from Dennis on think bike. 5 Lessons later he rides with me on the Freeway. We hit decent speeds and his confidence in the past 2 months has grown.

I took his 600 out and its light. easy to lean and has good power. If you follow what everyone says here its simple to sum up what they are saying.

1. Get what you feel comfortable with *confidence when riding is everything... Don't confuse confidence with arrogance*
2. You learn everyday so you must read riding books, watch videos and attend schools. These will help you gain confidence
3. I have some material if you interested. Ive also got Keith Codes Twist of the Wrist II. i watch every Sunday morning before I go riding.

At the end of the day... We will all advice you on our own personal learning preferences. None of us will consider your character *whether you love speed or you just want to ride... For all we know you an adrenaline fanatic"

Take all the advice given and make a decision... We all need a starting point...

Best Advice... Take it Easy.... Enjoy Safely and Don't try keep up with other riders if you not confident.....


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[Nick]

Im off super bikes.

iv been rinding a 2011 Harly 1200 dyna for two weeks now, best thing iv ever riding/drivin. sound is amazing and the presence of a big harly is way better than a jap bike could ever be.

Very easy to ride and comfortable to.

 

[osiris]

I didn't read through all of this but I would definately go for a smaller bike to start with!! an R6 is Insanely fast I ride one, and its not a joke of a machine, especially the 2009 version, thats the one I got, I used to have the 2004, you cant compare them, the 2009 is a bloody beast!!!

I got my first R6 a couple years ago, I had been on a smaller bike and I was riding a scooter for a while and when I jumped on that R6 I took off like a rocket and thought I was the man! till I approached my first corner at highspeed, it was actually just a bend and it was very scarey, you cannot compare a small bike to a proper 600cc or bigger super bike they behave completely differently on the road and they corner very differently. I took my first R6 to the track and learnt how to ride it properly, started attending track days often and got pretty damn good at it, untill I wiped out on a hair pin bend at midvaal, if that was on the road id probably be dead lol.

Another thing, you wont get bored of a 600cc bike quickly its too quick, I have ridden 1000cc and I don't enjoy it, you cant flip it into corners like a 600 the torque and throttle response is so hectic that its crazy for a beginner in a corner you will spin the back out very quickly and die!

Personally I belive a R6 or CBR 600rr or suzuki GSXR600 are amazing bikes and will keep you happy for years and you will survive longer on them than bigger bikes like R1 etc. My advice is learn to ride a 250cc for a few weeks or a good 2 months get used to cornering properly and gearing down at high speed to approach corners, get used to using 2 fingers on clutch instead of whole hand like a beginner as two fingers gives far better clutch control, get used to blipping your throttle( breaking, gearing down and acceleratin at same time, using 1 or 2 or max 3 fingers to control the front break and roll on the accelerator with your thumb) technique used for approaching a corner in the right gear so you dont drop the bike and so that you can exit the corner properly, this also helps when your riding and a car does something stupid and you need to stop quickly, just pulling the front break will flip you over you have to gear down fucking fast, you cant just push back break the wheel will lock and you then proper fucked, basically there is allot to learn with regards to riding a proper super bike and if you decide to get one, take it to the track and learn to ride it properly you will be amazed at how much better your road riding will be and how much safer you will be as you will be able to get around things where a beginner or average rider will just clutch the breaks and have his funeral a week later!

Hope this helps!

 

[gpgold]

Come On guys... On that Note my Little brother bought a Honda CBR600rr and he go lessons from Dennis on think bike. 5 Lessons later he rides with me on the Freeway. We hit decent speeds and his confidence in the past 2 months has grown.

I took his 600 out and its light. easy to lean and has good power. If you follow what everyone says here its simple to sum up what they are saying.

1. Get what you feel comfortable with *confidence when riding is everything... Don't confuse confidence with arrogance*
2. You learn everyday so you must read riding books, watch videos and attend schools. These will help you gain confidence
3. I have some material if you interested. Ive also got Keith Codes Twist of the Wrist II. i watch every Sunday morning before I go riding.

At the end of the day... We will all advice you on our own personal learning preferences. None of us will consider your character *whether you love speed or you just want to ride... For all we know you an adrenaline fanatic"

Take all the advice given and make a decision... We all need a starting point...

Best Advice... Take it Easy.... Enjoy Safely and Don't try keep up with other riders if you not confident.....


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+1
600 is a perfect bike to learn and to ride for years without getting bored.
Just dont be stupid with the bike and you will be fine.

 

[Rocco]

I bought my bike (CBR 600) without any riding experiance what so ever. My first riding experiance was at Mid Vaal race track and boy was it an eye opener having seasoned riders teaching me how to ride! Sadly had to let her go because I was no longer scared of her any more. I'd encourage you to hit the track as much as possible, it will be worth your while.
...600cc are very quick (250km/h just like that) but very forgiving...

 

[ZED1]

Im considering doing a bike move too. All good points being raised and glad its coming from everyday drivers and not just second hand stories. For me, i think ill be comfy starting on a 400, i dont think the 600 is apropriate for a beginner, yes you will learn to drive it just as easily, but will you be able to control it in split second threatening situations? I dont know, a 400 just seems safer for learning

 

[Julz]

Why don't you just find a happy medium.I would get a Suzuki Bandit 400,it goes well and sounds good.It should keep you happy for a while.

 

[Gregmeister]

Why don't you just find a happy medium.I would get a Suzuki Bandit 400,it goes well and sounds good.It should keep you happy for a while.

+1 I started on a 250, then went on to 550, 750, 1000 and now I ride a Honda Blackbird. So I can only speak from experience, but when I started on that 250 it scared the bejeezuz out of me in the beginning. And although my teacher was a lot of time in the saddle, I am glad I slowly progressed through the power ranks, as it teaches you to respect the power at hand, and build up confidence and experience as you progress. Besides, so what if you get bored of a 250 or 400. That way you can look forward to upgrading, and bikes rarely lose much in value. Forget about what people might think or say. Who cares. It's your journey. I just think it's the safer way to go. Enjoy. Riding is brilliant. :thumbs:

 

[2xqzit4-zn]

bru honestly mine was a 250cc and for me that was a waste of time..i used it for 1 and half months..it was a brand new bike..i left it for months and it got rusted and shit...i then bought a superbike..zx6r..too nice..got enuf speed and im in no rush to change it..

 

[medres]

Honestly, go ask the guys on the TB forum - they will give you tons of valuable advice and they are kinda like the peeps here - helpful, sometimes cocky, but always willing to lend a hand in the info department.

http://forum.thinkbike.co.za
www.thinkbike.co.za

I know I am punting it a bit - okay a lot!!!!, but i am a paramedic and i ride regularly as well - the worst call to go to is someone that has just got a bike and has bailed - puts them off for good - literally! Ask Scouse - he will back me up on this one.

+10000000
everytime I itch for a bike I get called out to a MBA and get totally put off the idea.

 

[///Shaun]

Hey guys :=):

Heres the deal, I plan on getting my first bike within the next few months,

However as I have never ridin before I am a bit confused, im currently debating between a CBR250R(new) or an R6(09 model).

The thing is that I have spoken to a quite a few riders, and a lot of them rekon that a 600 is ok to start out with, they have told me that I will get bored within a few weeks of the 250, hence I would just like to get some more opinions.

Please dont get me wrong, im not just going to jump on the thing, I am taking lessons first(quite a few) before I get on a bike.

Any input would be greatly appreciated raise:

IMO Honda CBR 400 RR

Its quiet a looker and very well balanced. Power is decent and is enough to get away so to say.