Newbie looking for a bike!

[bobcee]

Greetings Guys,

So I have decided to make the switch over from cars to bikes.

I have ridden a few times in the past, but that's about it.

I will be sitting all necessary tests in the next month or so to get my learners.

I am on the hunt for a 90-93 Honda CBR250RR MC22, and am not sure where to start looking.

Ideally I am wanting to spend no more than $3-3.5k but I don't know how much they are actually worth.

Any help would be much appreciated. BTW I am Auckland based.

[george formby]

May I ask why you specifically want that bike? They are cool but at that age knowing how to wield a spanner is essential.

The range of Learner Approved Motorcycles available now is eye watering.

[layton]

There is a tidyish one here in nelson for around that money... On trade me. I would go for a newer KTM personally but what ever gets ha going!

[release_the_bees]

If you can find an extra grand or so, you'll open up your options to much newer models like a Ninja 300, R3, etc. Over the lifetime of your ownership, you could easily recoup that extra up front expenditure and more in reduced maintenance costs. Some of those old 250 learner bikes have been thrashed to the point of death.

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[Scubbo]

just get an RC200 or Duke200

[bobcee]

May I ask why you specifically want that bike? They are cool but at that age knowing how to wield a spanner is essential.

The range of Learner Approved Motorcycles available now is eye watering.

Something about their very 90's look and the fact they're four bangers really appeals to me, also because Honda.

I've only ever driven Honda's and can vouch for their reliability (at least car wise).

Although, I did have a word with my mates mechanic about one I am currently interested in and according to him;
1. 130,000kms is way to high for a bike that is capable of revving to 18k
2. parts to rebulid the motor itself are near impossible to find or are stupidly expensive

[bobcee]

just get an RC200 or Duke200

Not really a fan of KTM's tbh. Thanks for the suggestion though.

[bobcee]

If you can find an extra grand or so, you'll open up your options to much newer models like a Ninja 300, R3, etc. Over the lifetime of your ownership, you could easily recoup that extra up front expenditure and more in reduced maintenance costs. Some of those old 250 learner bikes have been thrashed to the point of death.

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Totally understand where you're coming from.

Question, can I ride a 300cc on my learners? I was under the impression 250 was the limit?

[Blackbird]

Totally understand where you're coming from.

Question, can I ride a 300cc on my learners? I was under the impression 250 was the limit?

Up to 660 cc provided that it's on the approved list. Look up approved motorcycles on the NZTA website.

[bobcee]

Up to 660 cc provided that it's on the approved list. Look up approved motorcycles on the NZTA website.

Oh wow, that's news to me =)

Thanks.

[george formby]

Oh wow, that's news to me =)

Thanks.

I suspect you may be quite busy for a wee while.;)

[bobcee]

I suspect you may be quite busy for a wee while.;)

Haha looks like it!

But I don't think it's a good idea for me to start on a 600cc being a learner and all... what are your thoughts?

[Blackbird]

Haha looks like it!

But I don't think it's a good idea for me to start on a 600cc being a learner and all... what are your thoughts?

Actually, it's not a bad idea if you choose wisely. Depends what you want the bike for. Let's say that you want it for commuting but want to maintain open road speed for a bit of weekend travel, then a bigger capacity LAMS-approved bike could be quite an advantage. Take this one: https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1963174225.htm?rsqid=faad88e167a8418baa6d01ed26c86 81e . A bit more than you wanted to pay in this instance but the DR650 is a really versatile bike. Supremely reliable, easy and cheap to service and comfortable to ride with good all-round vision. Relatively inexpensive to insure. Lots of aftermarket parts available. They re-sell easily too if you want to pass your test and upgrade whereas a 250 "screamer" might be harder to shift.

Also consider some good one on one training and/or the Ride Forever programme.

Hope that helps to broaden your thoughts.

Cheers,

Geoff

[Temporary-Kiwi]

Hi, I would recommend the sv650, if you can find one in your price range, they handle very well for the amount of power they have, plus it will do most types of riding, and they are reliable, cheap to run /maintain

[layton]

I recommend something with no fairings, or sticky out pieces. (drz) so when you eat shit on some gravel Or grass you are good to go again.. No extensive damage.

[Crab47]

Haha looks like it!

But I don't think it's a good idea for me to start on a 600cc being a learner and all... what are your thoughts?


my little single banger (S40) is a 650cc I love it, enough power to overtake when on the Highway , my friends Honda 300cc couldn't, it had no extra go at 100kph
other friends started on a MT07 (660cc ??) and love them

depends on what your riding intentions are, i covert my friends CBR500R and Ninja 650 which are both LAMS approved

[HEsch]

Hi, I would recommend the sv650, if you can find one in your price range, they handle very well for the amount of power they have, plus it will do most types of riding, and they are reliable, cheap to run /maintain

Highly recommend - got one to sell, if you're interested ;) as I went from the v twin to a triple after getting 6F. Still prefer the vtwin sound if I'm honest.

[Scubbo]

really on a 300 at 100kph couldnt go faster? fat bastard :woohoo: id get a ninja 400 over those 2 or even the Z400 but thats just me (faster and ligher than your old POS cruiser with better brakes and ok suspension especially for road riding) save some coin too, bargains. then get some good gear-- take you years to reach the 400's limits