Your opinion on Cagiva Mito 125cc as 1st bike

[aall034]

what do you guys think about cagiva mito 125cc as a first bike priced at 8,000 . its a great looker

i heard italian bikes are a pain in the ass for maintainence parts and insurance .

i only plan to use it max for 2 years , does it have a good resale value

thaks heaps

[SARGE]

what do you guys think about cagiva mito 125cc as a first bike priced at 8,000 . its a great looker

i heard italian bikes are a pain in the ass for maintainence parts and insurance .

i only plan to use it max for 2 years , does it have a good resale value

thaks heaps

very quick 2 stroker with a 7 speed transmission.. very Ducati-ish in appearance.. not many 250's or 400's will leave you in the dust

[Mental Trousers]

Get something you can drop because you will definitely drop whatever you buy.

[SARGE]

Get something you can drop because you will definitely drop whatever you buy.

fact of life #34098

[marty]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=29076

have a look at this - just as quick, cheaper, and you won't loose any sleep WHEN you bin it.

and for $8k? i'd get an rs250

[aall034]

is the rs250 u are speaking off an aprilia

by the way thaks for the reply guys

[Coyote]

I think you should get it purely for its looks. However, since it sounds like you have a bit of cash to even consider the Mito as a first bike, might be wise to get a cheap crap bike just to learn the basics on then buy the Mito for your restricted if you felt confident that you weren't going to crash. Also you might find riding isn't your thing and a Mito will depreciate more than a cheaper bike if you choose to sell it.

And marty, that RGV150 is air-cooled so won't be just as quick. But they would make a good first bike to learn on.

[Mr. Peanut]

My opinion is that you're dreaming. Try flicking light swtiches on and off and check the time, thats usually a good indicator.

I'd get a sorted Suzuki Bandit 250. Just as fast, no fairings + easier to ride.

Sounds a shit load better too.

[Madness]

hello everyone,

how do i start ...., i am new to the country and dont know how to ride a bike (but know how to drive a geared scooter, if its helpful).

i am planning to buy a bike by the months end , after getting my learners licence , what do you reckon is good for starters

wanted to buy a honda vtr250 , but then changed to hyosung gtr250r.

please post your opinions guys , would be greatly helpful for newbie idots like me.

Considering that only weeks ago you were new to the country and didn't know how to ride a bike, The Cagiva might be a bit of an ask. I'd look for a used Suzuki GN250, or a Trail Bike and go somewhere remote so there's nobody there to watch you learn. With learning new things often comes failiure. Failing at riding a motorcycle can be expensive, painful and sometimes embarrasing (sometimes all 3 at once). We've all done it in some form at some time. Bin a cheap shitter and it's more than likely going to make you laugh providing you don't hurt yourself.... Bin something that cost $8000 could put you off biking and we don't want that, do we?

[aall034]

the thing is i want a first hand bike be it 250cc or 150cc.

there arent many to choose from , the list is

vtr250
hyosung comet 250
cagiva mito 125
aprilia rs125

i went for the comet first now thinking of mito.

i am a bit confused

in reply to above post

ive got my learners now, ya u are right. now am using my mates bike to learn on

[Ixion]

What do you want it FOR?
Commuting? How far?
Learning, with a few to upgrading once you're past the falling off stage?
Long rides?
Shorter group rides?
Racing?
Cruising?

All perfectly valid uses, but the best bike depends on which and what proportion of each.

And how much can you afford each week for fuel oil maintainance etc ?

[aall034]

mainly for commuting(uni and work).

can afford 50 a week.

[Madness]

the thing is i want a first hand bike be it 250cc or 150cc.

there arent many to choose from , the list is

vtr250
hyosung comet 250
cagiva mito 125
aprilia rs125

Suzuki GN250 advertised in April MCT&N magazine - Haldanes Mt Eden $3295

You are going to lose money on any new bike, lose less on a cheaper bike. The GN is well respected (hmmmpfh) as a good learners bike, with surprising capabilities.

To be honest, and not trying to offend... The thought of a newbie to the country, let alone bikes on an Aprilia RS125 scares me just a little. I'd rather you got the GN, so later on you're still around to enjoy our fair country on a big bike.

[pritch]

what do you guys think about cagiva mito 125cc as a first bike priced at 8,000

There was a recent similar thread about an Aprillia 125. I'd make a similar comment this time . Its a fragile, temperamental bike, requiring fastidious maintenance. Highly impractical and totally unsuitable for a beginner.
Buy something sensible...

[Ixion]

mainly for commuting(uni and work).

can afford 50 a week.

If it's mainly commuting you want (I'm assuming "city" commuting not some 300km commute) , don't waste your coin on anything like the Aprilia or Cagiva (not knocking the bikes - I'd love a fang on either, but they're NOT commuters).

And $50 is a tight budget to run a two smoker on.

Mr MAXIMUS DEMERITUS is right. GN250. Best commuter around, save yourself $5000, and $20 per week. Then if you decide you really like motorcycling, you'll be perfectly placed to upgrade to whatever rocks your boat.

If you think the GN is too "boring" (though I'll guarantee I could wring a truck load of fun out of one), then the Hyosung.

EDIT - Or the FXR150 , if you want fairings.