- May 12, 2001
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Planning on getting a motorcycle. I scheduled the test at the DMV for next week and I signed up for the CHP sponsored safety class. I did the classroom portion and one day of hands-on, but got rained out the second day.
I still need to reschedule the second day... but i need more practice on low speed turning, i just put my foot down too much i think
I know most people suggest starting with a 250 for beginners and I don't mind the idea but heard that i'll grow out of it quickly. My wife also wants to ride; so my idea is to just get the smaller bike for me to learn on and she can inherit it as I move to a larger bike . .
I'm 6'1 200lb
she's 5'5 130lb
question number one: would a 250 be sufficient for her? I was thinking a Honda CBR250R or even the newer Kawasaki Ninja 300 since that'll give it more longevity...for both of us
question number two: does anyone know where i can go in the california bay area to just practice riding a bike maybe in a parking lot without shelling out lots of cash?
EDIT: I GOT ONE!!!
Took my test at the dmv today to get my permit... then called back a guy I had spoken to previously on craigslist..
I ended up with a black 2005 ninja 500r with about 19k on the clock and already cracked fairings. Paid 2200. Figured the 250 might not be big enough. Ill post pictures in the morning once I get some light. So excited!!
I added some reflective tape on the tailpipe there . . pretty visible with the flash! I've added a bit more here and there and on my helmet to help with low-light visibility.
so yes that is pink tank protector . . .. hey it's a used bike!
I still need to reschedule the second day... but i need more practice on low speed turning, i just put my foot down too much i think
I know most people suggest starting with a 250 for beginners and I don't mind the idea but heard that i'll grow out of it quickly. My wife also wants to ride; so my idea is to just get the smaller bike for me to learn on and she can inherit it as I move to a larger bike . .
I'm 6'1 200lb
she's 5'5 130lb
question number one: would a 250 be sufficient for her? I was thinking a Honda CBR250R or even the newer Kawasaki Ninja 300 since that'll give it more longevity...for both of us
question number two: does anyone know where i can go in the california bay area to just practice riding a bike maybe in a parking lot without shelling out lots of cash?
EDIT: I GOT ONE!!!
Took my test at the dmv today to get my permit... then called back a guy I had spoken to previously on craigslist..
I ended up with a black 2005 ninja 500r with about 19k on the clock and already cracked fairings. Paid 2200. Figured the 250 might not be big enough. Ill post pictures in the morning once I get some light. So excited!!
I added some reflective tape on the tailpipe there . . pretty visible with the flash! I've added a bit more here and there and on my helmet to help with low-light visibility.
so yes that is pink tank protector . . .. hey it's a used bike!
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