Want to buy a motorcycle but dont know which one is for me (im a beginner)?

Question

I want to buy a motorcycle but dont know which to get im about 6'2, 245lbs i dont want something that looks to small for me, i was looking at the ducatis but people that i known said there not for beginners so need help finding a nice one. im pretty much only gonna use it to go to college. i work full time and have money saved up. just need help thanks

Answer 1

You are about to get my "stock" answer to a question like this....... Make sure you have taken a MSF course, and get out there and sit on different bikes before you buy. I'm a cruiser guy myself, but this advice goes for any type of rider, especially one as big as you are. Big or small, you need to feel comfortable on the bike first and foremost. If you get something that is too small, you will hate it. Don't worry about the power, if you ride smart and don't ride past your level of experience, you'll be fine.

Answer 2

Buy something used and inexpensive for a starter bike.



Look for something old but not too old. You don't want something so old that it is a junker, but not something so new that you'll feel bad if you lay it down.



Look for something in the 500 - 800 CC engine size. This will be powerful enough so you don't get bored too soon, but not so fast that you will be afraid of it.



Look for a standard or cruiser bike for your first bike. They are more forgiving. Stay away from the sport bikes as they require more skill. Also used sport bikes tend to be more abused.



Learn on this bike. Make your mistakes on it. Would you rather make your mistakes on an older bike or your nice shiny expensive new bike?



Take a motorcycle safety course.



After you have been riding a while and gain some experience, you can sell your starter bike and get the one you want. If maintained properly, you won't lose too much money on your starter bike. Put the money from the sale towards the bike you really want. By this time, you will have figured out what style bike best suits your riding style and needs.



If you settle on a sport bike for your next bike, avoid the used ones. As I said before, these bikes tend to be more abused. So if considering a sport bike, consider something new.



Have fun - Ride safe

Answer 3

Getting a sports bike right off is a bad idea. The best beginner bikes are standard or cruiser style bikes. Ones that you sit upright on with you legs out in front. Your center of gravity is lower, and your more comftorble sitting instead of crouching over the bike. Not to mention their gearing is more for cruising then acceleration. I bought my first motorcycle last week! I bought a 2006 Suzuki S40 Boulevard Cruiser ***Formally called the Savage.*** It is a 40 Cubic inch, 650cc Single cylinder cruiser that weighs in at a scant 350lbs give or take. Now I'm 5'11 and pushing 275lbs and the bike's gut enough um... Gumption to pull my big butt along. I LOVE IT! It's got that old school look to it, and it's affordable. And at you weight/height, it would perform a lot better for you then me. Anyways, taking the Safety cource is a good idea, I'm taking mine next week. ***Work sucks, I have to wait!*** But having the permit is enough to get some road experience. Peace. Good luck!

Answer 4

You dont say if you've ridden before or not.



I'd suggest you get some lesson at a local school and see what bikes they have and use.



The bigger the bike the heavier and more powerful it is and the greater the chance of you dropping it or crashing it and killing yourself.



Be careful, talk to friends who have bikes. Try out some bikes. Get some lessons....buy a popular brand like Honda, Yamaha, suzuki, Kawasaki etc - you can sell on easily if you dont like them after a while. I dont mention Harley's as they're big, heavy and EXPENSIVE....and cost lots every time you drop them....hence not for a beginner.



Take your time and go easy that way you'll be around to be an old biker some day !!

Answer 5

I need a little more info on what you plan on doing with the bike, like traveling ,going off road once in a while or do you just plan on staying on the hiways and such. I am close to your size and live in an area where you can go on the freeway or if you feel like exploring some backwood trails and I have a Suzuki drz400 sm, which can take you on the freeways or do some minor off-roading if you want to have a little fun. But Honda makes a XR650L that is a little more freeway friendly and will still do whatever you want to.

Both bikes are very popular and reliable so it is kinda up to you on how you ride and where. hope this helps

Answer 6

You want something in 750cc class, go around to the different Motorcycle dealers and ask their repairs shops which brands in that category do they work on the most. You might be surprised what the best 750cc is, it doesn't have to cost a arm an leg to be built well.



Good luck on your search, something to small would make you look funny. Don't ever start thinking you are to good on a motor bike, that could put you in the hospital. Be sure you take Motorcycle Safety course, before doing any real riding on it, that could save you life. Some of the best people you couild ever meet in the world are bikers.

Answer 7

Well, me and you are the same size. I have had the same problem. It is according if you want a cafe bike or a cruiser. I have a 1200 harley, it fits me well, just dont buy a sportster. And I also have a 1300 suzuki cafe bike. Check out the specs on a bike first. If it is a race model the insurance will cost more than the payment. A gsxr 1300 would be a great size bike with plenty of power and good insurance rate.

Answer 8

Check out the Hyosung line. I am 5'11 210 lbs and I ride the GV250 Aquila

Answer 9

You seems a big guy. Check out Suzuki SV650, it is a good bike for beginner. Good luck.