Motorcycles?

[Fallguy20]

Im looking for motorcycle enthusiasts for some questions and general info. Yeah yeah they are dangerous, but I want a bike. Not a crotch rocket, something else...

https://www.oneloansource.com/images/standard-motorcycle-loan.jpg

http://www.motorcyclesgo.com/uploads/posts/triumph/a/triumph23124282115011.jpg

Something like that. Standard or naked, I guess its called.

Questions:
Do I need any kind of different licensing?
How much should something low-end cost me?
Best way to buy a motorcycle? (dealer, craigslist, other ect)
Suggestions for type of standard bike? (make/model/year)
Other info?

[bdreason]

I own a 2012 Honda NC700X. I like it a lot, but only use it for around town riding.


1. You'll need to take a riding class to earn a certificate. I think it was $150 for mine. It's an easy class and most places provide the bikes as well.

2. You'll need to take the written test at DMV.

3. I bought my bike through a dealership. 0% financing for 3 years was a no brainer.



Don't forget you'll have to pay motorcycle insurance, along with your car insurance, if you drive both.

[Random_Guy]

haha everyone here has a scooter(thats what we call em) in taiwan.
we call those bikes(the picture you had in op) werewolves. dont really like em though, id go for this...sexy af

http://i.imgur.com/5zMrX.jpg

[Draz]

I own a 2012 Honda NC700X. I like it a lot, but only use it for around town riding.


1. You'll need to take a riding class to earn a certificate. I think it was $150 for mine. It's an easy class and most places provide the bikes as well.

2. You'll need to take the written test at DMV.

3. I bought my bike through a dealership. 0% financing for 3 years was a no brainer.



Don't forget you'll have to pay motorcycle insurance, along with your
car insurance, if you drive both.

No driving test?

[DukeDelonte13]

ducati monster.




but i used to have an 83 honda cb650... i loved that bike. So sad when I sold it...

now i'm married and bikeless :cry:

Get something light. You don't need a liter bike. Nobody does.

and YES you need a motorcycle endorsement on your license.

My first bike (that honda) cost me only 600 bucks.

[Random_Guy]

what the ****
:no: :confusedshrug: :no:

[D-FENS]

Those bikes look nice, it's a shame they're so damn noisy. I never understood people wanting to have noisy cars and bikes. I want something super powerful with a low hum

[Fallguy20]

Thank you all so much for the feedback.

Kay, teach me?

http://eastidaho.craigslist.org/mcy/4488838299.html

Im looking into this cause its close. I really don't know much about anything, but this 1976 Honda 125 is pretty small, yes? Underpowered? Would something like this be a problem for a 6'4" guy around 200-210lbs?

Recommendations for tall people?

Im only willing to shell out around $1000 right now, but any suggestions would be great.

[CeltsGarlic]

haha everyone here has a scooter(thats what we call em) in taiwan.
we call those bikes(the picture you had in op) werewolves. dont really like em though, id go for this...sexy af

http://i.imgur.com/5zMrX.jpg

I bet you jack off to that dude

[bdreason]

No driving test?


No driving test from the DMV is you take and pass the driving class.








If you have $1000, and decent credit, I would recommend financing something a little more modern. Riding a motorcycle is no joke man. You put your life on the line every time you hop on the bike. When it comes to purchasing a bike, especially your first bike, you shouldn't cut corners (pun intended).

[DukeDelonte13]

No driving test from the DMV is you take and pass the driving class.








If you have $1000, and decent credit, I would recommend financing something a little more modern. Riding a motorcycle is no joke man. You put your life on the line every time you hop on the bike. When it comes to purchasing a bike, especially your first bike, you shouldn't cut corners (pun intended).


that's awesome. In ohio you have to go through this obstacle course at really low speed. It can be very tricky on a sport bike. A lot of ppl take it on street legal dirtbikes.

[flipogb]

I started researching bikes not too long ago, found out the industry is in the stone ages as far as transmission goes. I love new tech so Im what the standard/manual transmission fans hate.
The only option ive found for me is the Honda CTX700N with DCT , its nice but il wait to actually have a choice

[bdreason]

I started researching bikes not too long ago, found out the industry is in the stone ages as far as transmission goes. I love new tech so Im what the standard/manual transmission fans hate.
The only option ive found for me is the Honda CTX700N with DCT , its nice but il wait to actually have a choice


My Honda has the DCT. Works like a charm.

[Rameek]

Depending on what kind of riding you're going to do and the area you live in as well as budget would determine what you should consider getting.

IF you live in a rural area no crazy city riding a new or newer bike wouldnt be so bad because the risk factor is lower.

If you live in a big city first time rider I'd suggest something used.

Daily transportation would be a factor as well.

I wouldnt suggest anything under 600cc personally. Especially if its a daily rider you will lose interest rather quickly.

[Random_Guy]

I bet you jack off to that dude
:no:
I jack off to that bike doe:bowdown: :bowdown:

[Fallguy20]

If you have $1000, and decent credit, I would recommend financing something a little more modern. Riding a motorcycle is no joke man. You put your life on the line every time you hop on the bike. When it comes to purchasing a bike, especially your first bike, you shouldn't cut corners (pun intended).

I hear you on that. As soon as I started looking around a bit more I realized that a crappy bike is a joke. However, I still want something that can get laid down once as im learning and not cause me to bust out into tears.

Something like this... better?

http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/4489842478.html

[Dresta]

Sounds dangerous.

You shouldn't do dangerous things: they are bad.

[DukeDelonte13]

I hear you on that. As soon as I started looking around a bit more I realized that a crappy bike is a joke. However, I still want something that can get laid down once as im learning and not cause me to bust out into tears.

Something like this... better?

http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/4489842478.html


a buddy of mine had a shadow that size.. nice bike. Very fun to cruise around in.

I'm more of the type of guy to tell you not to spend a lot rather than to tell you to get a new(ish) bike.

Bikes are inherently dangerous. A brand new bike won't even be marginally safer.

[Fallguy20]

http://images.craigslist.org/01313_hD9L2P1rSVq_600x450.jpg

UPDATE: This motorcycle is officially off the market. Negotiated down to $1950, includes saddlebags. Paints good, 1100cc, alright tires, and the wheelbase is long! Oh man, it felt so good to stretch my legs for the first time on a bike :)

Second time owner who recently replaced a whole ton of crap (had reciepts to prove it). Less than 25,000 miles.

EDIT: Oh, 1997 Honda Shadow Spirit


Whattaya think? Yay? Nay?

[Rameek]

http://images.craigslist.org/01313_hD9L2P1rSVq_600x450.jpg

UPDATE: This motorcycle is officially off the market. Negotiated down to $1950, includes saddlebags. Paints good, 1100cc, alright tires, and the wheelbase is long! Oh man, it felt so good to stretch my legs for the first time on a bike :)

Second time owner who recently replaced a whole ton of crap (had reciepts to prove it). Less than 25,000 miles.

EDIT: Oh, 1997 Honda Shadow Spirit


Whattaya think? Yay? Nay?
Isnt it too late to have a yay or nay if you purchased it already?

[paperstreet]

not a terrible starter bike, but I would have recommended the 600 shadow. Easier to maneuver in a road test, insurance would be less.

Not a terrible price, but you probably could have done better. All depends on how well the previous owner took are of it.

I've been told 30000 miles on a bike is like 100000 on a car, FYI.

Since you bought it, you want to at least get a decent jacket, helmet, and gloves. Some decent boots and jeans should suffice for now. But don't be that guy wearing sandals or sneakers with a wife beater and no helmet :facepalm

Motorcyclegear.com is a good place to buy stuff. Their return policy is good if you buy stuff and it doesn't fit. I'd check out their closeout or bargain basement sections to find what you need. If you're tall, looking into a tall size jacket might not be a bad idea.

[Fallguy20]

Isnt it too late to have a yay or nay if you purchased it already?


I always appreciate my ISH bretherens thoughts and feelings, even if it is too late. Besides, I want to gauge how others feel I did just to make sure I didn't get ripped off... you know, for next time.



not a terrible starter bike, but I would have recommended the 600 shadow. Easier to maneuver in a road test, insurance would be less.

Not a terrible price, but you probably could have done better. All depends on how well the previous owner took are of it.

I've been told 30000 miles on a bike is like 100000 on a car, FYI.

Since you bought it, you want to at least get a decent jacket, helmet, and gloves. Some decent boots and jeans should suffice for now. But don't be that guy wearing sandals or sneakers with a wife beater and no helmet


Yeah, I looked for something smaller as far as cc's, but anything smaller than an 1100 cramped me horribly. I was amazed how hard it was to find a new or used cruiser that I liked and fit all my specs.

And yep, no squidding... dressing for the crash, not the ride.

[Godzuki]

if it weren't for so many bad drivers out there you are completely helpless against, i'd get a bike so quick...

lots of bikers have taken L's VS cars and many aren't in great shape.

[nightprowler10]

Yeah I was pretty close to making a go for a shadow that was on sale on my street until my coworker got killed by a driver. He was going through an intersection I use everyday. Been unsure since then. I mean I used to ride a Yamaha as a preteen since I was tall enough to touch the ground so I'm not uncomfortable riding bikes, and I sorely miss it, but there weren't that many cars around back then where I lived and a biker being run over was rare as ****.

I think I'll still try to get my license using my buddy's bike.

[Draz]

Yeah I was pretty close to making a go for a shadow that was on sale on my street until my coworker got killed by a driver. He was going through an intersection I use everyday. Been unsure since then. I mean I used to ride a Yamaha as a preteen since I was tall enough to touch the ground so I'm not uncomfortable riding bikes, and I sorely miss it, but there weren't that many cars around back then where I lived and a biker being run over was rare as ****.

I think I'll still try to get my license using my buddy's bike.
Don't let it discourage you. How tall are you?