New to Kiwi Biker and bikes in general

[Grasshopperus]

Hi Frak,

The bike you need is a Suzuki GSXR1000. They are definitely the best learners bikes around.

[Gibbo89]

my 2 cents:

Unless you plan to go through a couple of bikes on the way to getting your full then I wouldn't get a scorpio. They are gutless on the open road as they are only a single cylinder. Look at something with 2 or 4 cylinders. 4 cylinders generally means more money needing to spent on it come servicing.

Something like the vtr250 would be a pretty sweet option. Hyosungs look pretty good but make sure you buy as new as possible with the Hyo's.

I think you will find the scorpio a bit boring after a wee while... especially if you plan to have the bike for the whole learner/restricted period.

Good luck bro... make sure you research hard before you buy a bike and leave some cash spare for the gear. Don't buy cheap gear, buy decent stuff now so you don't need better stuff in a year or two.

p.s i think there is a yamaha scorpio at trevor pierce yamaha on ferry road at the moment if you want to sit on one

[Old Steve]

Just a hint, when you start getting other bikers waving to you just nod, keep your hands on your bars but lift your head up as a nod. That'll enable you to acknowledge other bikers, keep control of your bike, and keep your eyes on the road (it's easier to look down when you raise your head than to look up if you lower your head).