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Delinquent
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curling said:
Do you think YZF-R1 is too much bike?
http://www.yamaha-motor.com/products/unitinfo/2/mcy/5/6/0/yamaha_yzf-r1.aspx
Which motorcycle for first time rider?
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Do you think YZF-R1 is too much bike?
http://www.yamaha-motor.com/products/unitinfo/2/mcy/5/6/0/yamaha_yzf-r1.aspx
HS Lifter
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LOL at the information on this thread. R1 as a first bike? Your chances of dying/getting seriously injured is very high. That is if you actually ride that damn thing instead of posing on it.
Out of the choices you listed, get the cbr f4i, its good bike, and the power wont be *too*overwhelming.
I didnt read what curling wrote, but disregard his advice since he is a poser squid.
mdd, I really doubt you can outride that 600 in the twisties, most of us cant. Straight line riding is another story. Bottom line: you survived on the 600, does meant this guy would.
On another note, Im so sick of these poser squids that have 2" chicken strips on their tires. Its a fucking sportbike, use it for what it was made for, the twisties/racing.
Out of the choices you listed, get the cbr f4i, its good bike, and the power wont be *too*overwhelming.
I didnt read what curling wrote, but disregard his advice since he is a poser squid.
mdd, I really doubt you can outride that 600 in the twisties, most of us cant. Straight line riding is another story. Bottom line: you survived on the 600, does meant this guy would.
On another note, Im so sick of these poser squids that have 2" chicken strips on their tires. Its a fucking sportbike, use it for what it was made for, the twisties/racing.
Delinquent
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HS Lifter said:
Honestly man, There aren't many twisting roads around unless I drive about 30 minutes away. Like I said, my reason will be for going to work and driving around town until I get the hang of it..
Do you think I would be fine on the 600 and I wouldn't get too used to the bike?
HS Lifter said:
We have never had a run in before but we are now. I suggested 750 or up for his size he is around 250 lbs. And just becuase you are still wet behind the ears and a highschool punk and can't handle more power than 600cc doesn't mean the mdd or delinguent can't. No matter what bike he gets he needs to take a rider safety course before he enters the cages world. And far as the twistys I bet I could outride you on the twisties on my chopper hs punk!
HS Lifter
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Delinquent said:
Allright.
I still believe the f4i would be best for you, the ergos are pretty comfortable as well for riding to work/cruising around town, just make sure you change the seat out since honda's have a piece of plywood for a seat.
As for getting used to the bike, it once again depends on what type of riding. For riding around town/work, the f4i would be great. If you like hauling ass in a straight line, you might get used to it once you gain some experience, but I doubt you will get used to a 100 HP, high 10 sec bike anytime soon.
Anyway, go post your questions on real motorcycle boards, and see what they tell you.
sportbikes.net (general sportbikes)
Also, go to www.r1-forum.com and tell them you might be getting an r1 for a first bike, just make sure you got the "flame suit" on.
Whatever you do, be safe, wear your gear, and get some rider training/read some books on street riding/survival skills etc.
Good luck man.
Delinquent
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Ok so how do I go about getting a license to ride a bike? do you have to ride with during a test or something?
Also, how much does the riding gear normally cost? Helmet, gloves, jacket, etc
Ok I think I'm down to the F4 and the R6....If I can get the deal that Yamaha is doing, I may get that unless I can find some info that really changes my mind
Also, how much does the riding gear normally cost? Helmet, gloves, jacket, etc
Ok I think I'm down to the F4 and the R6....If I can get the deal that Yamaha is doing, I may get that unless I can find some info that really changes my mind
