fz6r, gsr, or ctr??
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but hey, you only live once!And a million times more dangerous. Friend recently got thrown off his bike and broke multiple bones and had to have surgery.
If you're single, alone, young, living life on the edge, get the bike. Between the swaps, I'd get GSR personally.
cars/bikes are both dangerous to operate.
worst thing about being on a bike is all the f**kheads driving around in cars not paying attention to anything cause it's "just driving"
worst thing about being on a bike is all the f**kheads driving around in cars not paying attention to anything cause it's "just driving"
i vote for none of them. i think there's better options than a fazer and the ctr swap is just stupid. gsr is meh. it would be smarter to just save itSo I'm STILL the only one to vote?! After 60 views, I think that means the options aren't too popular
I would get the fazer because it is much easier to learn on. I am comfortable with my self control but dont want to go balls to the wall right away. I want a taste of a sport bike. Otherwise id get a gixxer allll the way!
As for the swap, why doesnt anyone like th ctr?
if you want to learn how to ride you should try to find a class that provides bikes. they usually have smaller 250cc bikes that are lightweight and easy to learn the basics on. with experienced riders who give good advice. i'd honestly suggest getting a used 250 for your first bike to learn on after you get your license then upgrade to a fazer later.
around here if you pass the motorcycle safety course you don't have to take the driving test at the dot for your license. you only have to take the written exam.
also consider that you can;t blow your entire budget on the bike unless you plan to ride around without any gear on and just hope you don't have an accident.
Ninja 250r is an awesome beginner bike
Just some background... I am 6'4", And i already took the class on a 250 honda rebel. I feel comfortable riding, but i want actual rode experience on a bike i will fit on. haha
Gotcha, one of my all time favorites is the R6. The R1 is ok just too much for me. The R6 might be too small for you since you're massive but you might like the R1. Check em out yo
ima still go with suggesting something smaller for your first bike. being tall doesn't really matter imo. u just need to find something that fits. even if u were fat i'd still recommend something below 600.
keeps your insurance down as well to stay below 600cc
keeps your insurance down as well to stay below 600cc
It more than likely was. News says he mis-judged a turn and got thrown off.
My main point was, bikes are more dangerous to operate than cars. You're harder to spot when on a motorcycle and you have no protection except what you're wearing (and possibly what you hit lol). Plus too many people text/talk/eat/drink/put on makeup/jack off/get road head/fall asleep/whatever while driving. When a car hits a motorcyclist, more than likely it's not going to turn out good for the motorcyclist. When a motorcycle hits a car, more than likely it's not going to turn out good for the motorcyclist.
that's kinda what i figured. high siding the bike is caused by abrupt lose of traction then abrupt traction gained.
so is your friend going to continue to ride? also could u ask him what gear he was using at the time? i;m kinda curious
as for the 250 ninja being too small. since its more of a lightweight bike its probably about as capable as a 600 cruiser. maybe even faster considering most cruisers probably weight around 500-600lbs and the ninja weights about 300lbs dry.
Clemsontaco
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I'm 6'3" 230lbs so I understand your concerns about engine size on the bike. I've had 250 cc dual sports, 600 cc sport bikes, and a 750 cc cruiser. And everyone of them was fine for pulling my big ass around. I've ridden some friends zx10's and R1's and they're amazing, but nobody "needs" one. I'm not calling anyone stupid for owning one, but unless you do track days and can ride balls out you'll never use a 600 to its full potential. I'd say go with something like a used CBR600 F4i. That was my favorite bike out of everything I've owned. It was big enough body wise that I didn't make it look tiny. And the 600 was more than enough motor. And if it ever get to a point you don't think it is add a smaller sprocket in the front or a bigger in the rear and it becomes a completely different bike. It's well balanced and easy to ride. R6's are awesome bikes but are definitely a sharper tuned bike, so they're not as forgiving for beginners. You could get a 250, and they're a great option for commuting, but understand that's what it'll always be. You can ride a 600 like a 250, but you can ride a 250 like a 600. My point being if you're responsible, sensible, and don't ride like a d-bag you'll be fine. And for a guy your size I think you'd want to upgrade pretty soon. Pay attention to everyone else, buy good gear, AND WEAR IT. All the gear, all the time. But whatever you decide to do keep in mind this won't be the last bike you ever buy. So even if you start with a 250, as long as you take care of it you can get your money back out of it. There's always someone looking for a beginner bike. Just take it slow, be aware, and never ride above your skill level. You've taken the class so I'm sure you probably have a fairly solid knowledge base to start with. You'll be alright. One of the best things you could do is hang around a local bike shop and find an older guy who still rides sportbikes. They'll teach you more than you could ever imagine. Let me know if you've got any questions and I'll help you out as best I can.