Are you ready for a bigger bike?

LilNinja · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 11:53 am Post subject: Are you ready for a bigger bike?

I bought my first ever bike in late March 2007, brand new not even 1 mile on it. It has been not quite 4 months since I actually started riding my little 250. 3200 miles later and now I am wishing that I would have bought a bigger bike. I rode by the dealer the other day and there was this beautiful Kawasaki Green Ninja staring at me thru the window. It was almost as if it had puppy dog eyes. It was a bigger one, not exactly sure what size, guessing about a 650. I am jonzin (?) now for a bigger bike. I would like to get a Harley but at the same time I really like the sportbike style and the way mine feels. I like the control that I have over the bike. I think I just have a control issue. I am learning a little bit more and more about myself as I am riding down the road. LOL!

Anyway, tell me how long you had your bike before you wanted something bigger.

TINK · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:34 pm Post subject:

250 rebel lasted about one month and 500 miles....650 yamaha last 6 months and 4000 miles...1200L is 6 months old and approx 3800 miles and I already want....something that is more of a cruiser lol Laughing

hubby says i have to buy this next one myself!!! i guess that is fair!! he has been good to me!
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Bluesmomma2 · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:45 pm Post subject:

I agree....it may have been years ago, but my 400 and 550 each only were my heart's desire for about a year.

I am so glad I jumped all the way in and got the Superglide (about 1600cc and almost 700lbs) It's just so awesome, unbelievably easy to handle for such a large bike. We got it the weekend after I took the Rider's Edge class and my first ride was the 20 miles home from the dealership. Even though it had been 26 years (other than the class), by the time I got home, I felt good enough about it to give my husband a ride (behind me of course!)

Now, to temper this...I am naturally a like power kind of lady so I was only mildly intimidated by the size. We made about 3 visits to the dealership before we brought it home, and actually the first visit I was not even feeling good about sitting astride it and bringing it off the stand....think maybe I catch on quickly?

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TINK · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 6:31 pm Post subject:

i understand completey!!! i never rode behind or otherwise before getting my first bike Feb. of 2006...YES 2006.....at 5 feet tall and 145 lbs (very short inseam) I had some issues to overcome and once I trusted physics with each bike and learned each bikes handling requirements, I have gained enough confidence to get the dream bike. For me it is all about baby steps so I don't get overwhelmed and ignite panic attacks...we all have our demons....and for those like Bluesmomma2 who have what it takes to handle the bigger bike right off the bat I say WOO HOO HOOZIE....you are awesome!!!! LETS RIDE!!!!!!
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Mocha · Motorcycle Enthusiast Joined: May 13, 2007 Posts: 38

I am the other half of the "Ninja Mafia" and got my lil 250 in December, taught myself to ride towards the end of Feb. and began looking for a bigger bike sometime in June!

Lil Ninja, we may have to come up with a different name for ourselves since I might not end up with another ninja.

I am having to be very careful in my selection since I stand tall at 5'4ish. From what I have been told, the bikes I am looking at can only be lowered a max of 4 inches and even that is not advised. I am looking at something along the lines of a 650 or 700. I thought about a Hayabusa (becuase they naturally sit low to the ground), but after talking to several people who have owned one or know more about bikes, I have decided to step it down a bit. I probably do not need to jump straight to the fastest production bike made....at least not yet!
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lespring · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 11:26 pm Post subject:

I bought my first bike, a 650 Vstar in March 2007. I've put about 3,000 miles on it and I'm ready for my dream bike. But first it looks like I'll inherit my husband's 99 Heritage Softail. That's all fine and dandy, but it will never be "my" bike, it will always be "his old bike". Know what I mean?

I do enjoy ridinging the Vstar. I'm 5'4, and this bike is the perfect size for me, with room to spare. (it's for sale ladies!) But the 1100 custom sits EXACTLY the same way and is only slightly heavier, and I am so ready for more power! I'm ready for "MY" bike.

peewee · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 4:07 am Post subject:

I bought my 2007 883 Sportster Low in May and I have already bought another Gold wing trike. It wasn't the size of my sportster but I misssed the radio,intercom system and everything the trike has to offer. My new Sportster is for sale if anyone is intersted,it has fuel injection,alarm,wind shield,helmet lock,longer pull back handle bars,clock,and about 433 miles. If I don't sell it, I will ride it occasionally just so I can remember how to ride one.
If you know of anyone interested,PM me or e-mail me at peeweesmadhouse@hotmail.com

TINK · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 7:02 am Post subject:

The Goldwing Trike sounds wonderful...and if you enjoy that more you will ride more...that is the main thing....to get out there and ride. Very Happy

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Bluesmomma2 · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 7:10 am Post subject:

WildHorse · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 8:02 am Post subject:

Actual time varies but almost everyone will out grow their first bike unless they were comfortable on a larger bike. I'd say it took me a couple of months.
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flhrciblue · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 9:08 am Post subject:

LilNinja; i think everyone grows out of the first bike fairly quickly. one advantage of your ninja 250 is that its the only "sport bike" 250 out there that the 14 yo riders can buy. have yo checked the inventory at the other 2 import dealers in stw? both of them are (in my opinion) much better dealers and usually have some used sportbikes around. if you're really ready for the jump to a bigger bike there is a used buell xb12 at one of them.
and Mocha...a 'busa i want to see that Shocked

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LilNinja · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 9:12 am Post subject:

LilNinja · Posted: Thu Jul 19, 2007 9:14 am Post subject:

So W. Tell me where the other two are please!