motorcycles any suggestions first time ryder

Was hard to get used to at first, once you get it figured out it's easier to ride then most.

The problem with a crotch rocket is it beckons you to abandon all common sense. Too easy to go too fast.

The first one I had was a V4 Honda Interceptor and by todays standards it was weak, but I damn near died on that thing plenty of times.

Very smooth actually and surprisingly nimble ONCE IT IS MOVING.

I called mine the rolling motel.

10,000 according to Yamaha

And that doesn't include tax or title fee.

The way I see it, you have 3 options. And none should be anywhere close to $9k.

Honda Shadow
Yamaha V-Star
Kawasaki Vulcan

Buy used, not new.

You are a big guy, so I would get 900–1100cc.

A 650 will barely cut it. These cruisers are slow and heavy, and you need adequate power to be able to get out of dodge. Jetting away from dangerous drivers is half of motorcycle safety, imho.

At least, don’t restrict your engine options for fear it is too big... Respect the bike and all will go well.

You’re going to have a lot of fun. Be sure to take the weekend class to get the DMV certificate, as well.

apocalypse bike: DR 650 buddy no electronic no shit just an engine and carb

that bike is the same as the first done in 1996.... Plenty of spare part !



KLR 650 is a total brick (heavy) when you go out off the road

Thanks for sharing this awesome bike
Looks kinda hard to find into days market, im going keep searching.

Ducati 900+ don’t be a vagina OP

Ive been looking at these for these Suzuki bike look pretty bulletproof

Thank you for these tips you make some points on size and power. Dmv class probably give you insurance break

Been riding for at least 30 years.....take a safety riding course....ride like everyone is out to get you....stay away from heavy traffic...country scenic rides are best....and don't ride like an idiot.

make sure you try ea style out, and do not buy a sm one cuz you will always want bigger. ALWAYS expect someone to hit you, and have the sharpest lights ever. Best Wishes Be safe

Helmet

Back in the the day

I rode with a guy that rode a 426

Real deal


Gotten one

Well if it's qualifications you want...

I posted the above...

I've been riding 40+ years and did motorcycle sales for 11.... in a Harley, Triumph, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki shop.

The advice I offered above was the "standard rap" for newbies.

I saw many a newbie buy new their first year... only to drop the bike.

What he said. My first Motorcycle was a Honda Nighthawk 750. It should hold your weight easily. Nimble enough and just enough power when you need it.

Best advice is know where your exit or escape paths are. There is a few times when cars pulled out in front of me and I hugged the curb and pulled even with the driver and wave at them. It freaks the shit out of them.

Yes.....first year....gotta have a bike...no experience...no fear...gotta look cool....recipe for disaster. AND...someone else not paying attention. Don't trust anyone in a car.

nah dude said 12k but you can get them now 1.5otd if you find a low mile used t7 youll be right around 9k

10.5k otd*

A dual sport is a great option. Perfect for a SHTF situation.

Oh your not a first timer.

If you have dirt bike experience you have more knowledge than most

i have a dualsport 97 dr350se

i recommend any good dualsport. klr 650 is a great workhorse.

if you want something more sporty, honda africa twin, or a triumph street triple.

triumphs triple engine is legendary, and honda makes excellent bikes.

Get one of those Quadro4 Qooders. In Europe and many states, you don't need an extra motorcycle license. Your car license is enough.

never too late to die lol

jk


seriously though, it is not a matter of IF you will be involved in an accident but WHEN.

I rode a 250 rebel for a few years starting out.
dropped it twice once taking a turn too fast because some jerk was riding my ass and once on a turn with a bunch of leaves..

upgraded to a kz650 and was ran off the road by a bus who "didn't see me"

So I went big and bad and got an 1100 Shadow.
Some lady ran a red light and hit me going 45.

I walked away okay but my bike didn't. I had years of riding and lightening fast reflexes and knew how to safely stop on a dime. Without that I would have been toast.

If you were to sustain an injury at your age the recovery time could be years depending on the injury.

Take care of yourself OP, especially if you have loved ones that depend on you.

My younger cousin died on a motorcycle just last summer too.

They are fun toys to have but only if you do not value your life as much as you do taking risks and feeling the wind in your face.

Skydiving is a much safer hobby honestly.

@ 250 the DRZ 400 will need a rear spring upgrade

For me it would be a dual sport....probably a drz400sm....but if you like those Triumphs the Bonneville is a nice bike, comfortable, enough power that you wont be bored in a year and they have decent resale.