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Sea Bass
22nd July 2006, 15:51
Hi all as some of you may know I'm looking for a cheap reliable 250cc bike or under and would like your opinions on some that i have found on trade me thanks for your help
Hond vt250f (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=63933751)
RG250 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=63727298)
SR250 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=63607516)
or the
FXR150 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=63928050)

Now I'm a bit apprehensive about the RG250 as I've heard the quite powerful and although I would like something fast I know as soon as I hit the tarmac I'd start to regret it.

Keep in mind that i'm 6'1 and still rapidly growing as I'm only 15 and I Mainly need it for commuting from Johnsonville to Town preferebly via the motorway.

oh yeah and a bit off topic but does anyone know where the cheapest/best place to get my BHS would be in Wellington and some prices would be nice I've searche dthe forums and found one thread but that was just about one place thanks.
Joni
22nd July 2006, 15:57
I would go for the FXR.

It's a later model bike, it's an easy bike to ride, it will have more power than you are used to and its fairly cheap to keep on the road...

Only thing against it is - you will most probably out grow it faster than the other options.
Hawkeye
22nd July 2006, 16:22
oh yeah and a bit off topic but does anyone know where the cheapest/best place to get my BHS would be in Wellington and some prices would be nice I've searche dthe forums and found one thread but that was just about one place thanks.


Try Andrew at http://www.roadsafe.co.nz/

You find a number of KB'ers on here that went through them and fully recommend them. I for one cannot recommend them enough.
Sea Bass
22nd July 2006, 16:41
Thanks both of you for your quick replys I definately like the styling of the FXR and RG much better than the others but thats not my biggest concern. Oh and any idea on what the prices are for the course as I can't seem to find it on the site thanks.
Joni
22nd July 2006, 16:50
Hmm, I see you have added your height... the FXR might be little cramped, but I dont see the RG being any better tho.
Sea Bass
22nd July 2006, 16:54
Yeah well I was riding a honda nifty fifty for a while which was just ridiculous
Aitch
22nd July 2006, 17:40
DON'T take anyone's advice when buying a bike. (Except mine)
TAKE LOTS OF TEST RIDES!
Don't go into a shop with any preconceptions.
Ride EVERY bike you can get your arse on!

Only way to go.

(I got the same advice a bit over a year ago and ignored it initially, wasted a lot of time looking at bikes which were, in retrospect, all wrong for me!!!!
Mr. Peanut
22nd July 2006, 17:53
Anything but the RG. You dont want the maintenance (Looks well and truly fucked anyway). A well looked after Honda MC16 NSR would be your best bet for a stroker.

My choice out of those bikes would be the FXR150. Don't hurry yourself I've seen better deals.
Mr. Peanut
22nd July 2006, 17:56
....DON'T take anyone.....gnored it initially, wasted a lot of time looking at bikes which were, in retrospect, all wrong for me!!!!....

The learners market has changed a bit since 1974 :nya:
CM2005
21st August 2006, 12:59
[QUOTE=MrPeanut;692626]Anything but the RG. You dont want the maintenance (Looks well and truly fucked anyway). QUOTE] like most old strokers?? Get a FiXeR..
clint640
21st August 2006, 14:33
Of your list the VT250 would be the best fit for a taller guy, & is a good reliable learner rig. But like Aitch says, try heaps of bikes on & see what you like. 250 trail bikes are also a good option for the larger learner, & they rock the party for commuting (fear no curb :devil2: )

Cheers
Clint
Str8 Jacket
21st August 2006, 14:53
Well if you are STILL looking mate, I may have my KR up for sale soon. Its been a bloody awesome little bike and if you are a bit heavier it may just be OK for you in this Wgtn weather.... But looking at your height it may be a bit cramped for you!
Dodger
21st August 2006, 15:01
Your selling your bike? :bye:
I see that bike every morning when I get to work :)
Str8 Jacket
21st August 2006, 15:05
Your selling your bike? :bye:
I see that bike every morning when I get to work :)

Most likely....
I get my full licence soon and have started looking. Dont worry I am going to replace it, but there will never be another one quite like this one. I might keep her, I want too but it depends on $$ and whats out there when I have enough of them...
Bend-it
21st August 2006, 16:08
WOw! Hey, what bike you after Hels?
jumma
21st August 2006, 16:20
Oh and any idea on what the prices are for the course as I can't seem to find it on the site thanks.

Hey, I did the course about two months ago with two other mates and it was $250.00. This included bike hire from Andrew and we did the 2 hour learn to ride course before the BHS. BHS by itself is about $180 I recall.