The challenge. Need help...

[McDuck]

Yo guys. Here is the thing. I have till Friday to find a bike that will handle me (large person) and the LTNZ will let me ride on my restricted (no hard out sports bikes) and is under about 2.5-3k. So what do you think?
I would use the 650 but it is needing a lot more work than i hoped...
Thanks

[bugjuice]

well your first problem is that you shouldn't be riding anything bigger than a 250 on a restricted. So you'll need a 250. Even if it's just for an afternoon to do the test. Why can't you use the Katana?

[Mully]

well your first problem is that you shouldn't be riding anything bigger than a 250 on a restricted. So you'll need a 250. Even if it's just for an afternoon to do the test. Why can't you use the Katana?

I read that he is looking for a bike to apply for an exemption to ride.

[McDuck]

I read that he is looking for a bike to apply for an exemption to ride.

Is correct.
Thanks

[disenfranchised]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-136783246.htm?key=563932

[Waxxa]

Are you able to hire a 250 for the test. I know there's a crowd that hire them, cant think of there name of hand, but if you have a BRM magazine they are listed in there.

[Paul in NZ]

Work mate is selling his DR200?

[McDuck]

I will explane a bit better. I have get my restricted. I need a bike that i can do the 12 months of time on. I am 6 foot 4ish (or 5) and abootu 150kg worth. This means that i am not thaaaat happy on a 250. I have applyed for an exemption to the 250 rule but the 650 is not sutible and i need to find the bike by friday.

[Unforgiven]

the exemption will only apply to one bike. so you will need to re-do it if you want to ride any other bike.

[Waylander]

the exemption will only apply to one bike. so you will need to re-do it if you want to ride any other bike.
In 12 months time when he is thinking about getting another bike, he will have his full.

Lot of people don't pay attention to well aye lol.

[JimO]

you should have done what i did and got your licence in 1975 no need to faff about on 250s then

[Conquiztador]

You clearly know what you are doing, but just in case... We just got my oldest son sorted out for a 400cc, very similar reasons.

Here the thread: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=62783

As the exemption is applied for by going to AA and filling in the forms, then if needed forwarding more info (like we did with the pics) I am not sure how you have gotten that far that they say OK, get a bike by Friday? We applied once we had the bigger bike.

But perhaps there is other ways to do it? I have heard about riders who have an exemption for anything up to a certain size and no restriction on what bike. But I have not seen that, so might be just a tale??

If you are happy to ride something a fraction older, then there is heaps of them on TM. Currently a few XV750's, more of the NV400's etc. All under 3K. And if you know something about bikes you can quickly sort out the good uns from the lemons. Go for something with a current WOF and Rego as not having those might stop them from giving you the exemption.

So my recommendation: A 2 cylinder 4 stroke cruizer type or tourer. About 10 - 20 years old with Rego and WOF. Should not cost you more then $2K.

Here a few:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-138098372.htm?key=963033

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-138079684.htm?key=966315

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-138181244.htm?key=966315

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-137579847.htm?key=966315

But there is heaps more.

The one who searches will find!!

[Waylander]

OMG DUDE!!!
Get the Guzzi!!!

[McDuck]

I have gotten to the stage where i need to send in pics of me on a bike that i would be using by friday, and that has a rego. That the 650 dont at this stage.

[McDuck]

The yamaha looks good. Are they built for big people?

[Conquiztador]

The yamaha looks good. Are they built for big people?

Hi. I am 6f2 and close to 90Kg and I have one I am putting together. More then enuf space for me. There is guys on here who have them. Find one that is close to you and ask if you can have a test. You love her!!

But the Guzzi... If I had $3k spare...

[McDuck]

Problem with them is they are (normaly) built for smaller people...

[Waylander]

Problem with them is they are (normaly) built for smaller people...
But it's so freakin COOL!!!

[Conquiztador]

Add this:


http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.asp?id=138505579

[Katman]

Add this:


http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.asp?id=138505579

Sounds like the starter ring gear is shot. Big bucks to fix.

[kave]

I dont know if this is what you are looking for? but it looks like a nice bike

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=137957586

[McDuck]

I dont know, after the ride i just had on the kat i may keep it...

[kiwifruit]

I dont know if this is what you are looking for? but it looks like a nice bike

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=137957586

+1
go in offering 2k

[McDuck]

+1
go in offering 2k

What are they like for a large rider?

[kiwifruit]

they have a fairly large frame, should be ideal

[McDuck]

I will need to think about it. There is the other issew of do i have the skill/self controle to ride a bigger bike? Dont think so....

[Conquiztador]

A CB 750 for $1200. In Rotorua. Worth a look?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-138819818.htm

[jrandom]

... do i have the skill/self controle to ride a bigger bike? Dont think so....

Then, with all due respect, why are you dribbling on about getting a licence exemption?

A Divvy 600 is about as softcore as a 'properly sized' bike gets. If you can't be sensible on one of those, you can't be sensible on anything.

[McDuck]

Then, with all due respect, why are you dribbling on about getting a licence exemption?

A Divvy 600 is about as softcore as a 'properly sized' bike gets. If you can't be sensible on one of those, you can't be sensible on anything.

A simple little anectote to keep the fun killers at bay ;):dodge::bash:

[Conquiztador]

Then, with all due respect, why are you dribbling on about getting a licence exemption?




Started thinking the same... A 750 is a 750. It weighs close to double of a 250. It has much more torque, you take a handful and things happen.

If you are not ready, then you are not ready. Only you will know.

But would hate to have recommended you a bike, you go and buy it, and a week later there is a RIP thread on here...

[McDuck]

Started thinking the same... A 750 is a 750. It weighs close to double of a 250. It has much more torque, you take a handful and things happen.



When you weigh almost more than the 250 you are riding.....

I should be fine, i have ridden the 650 a little bit (without a rego, bad i know) but i guess i will not know untill i test ride bikes.