Best 250 for a fat newbie?

[Tricia1000]

If you buy a new Hyosung GT250 from the Hyosung shop on Barrys point Road, and then 18 months or less later, take it back to them, and trade it in against the 650 model, they will give you the full price you paid, as your trade in price, even though it is now, technically , a new bike.
Tricia

What year is it? And assuming its the GT-R ?

[nzmikey]

nope. you don't "need" a bigger bike.

I ride a 150 daily commute on the shore. It takes off from the lights no worries from 2,000 rpm. Yup, thats a one fifty.

But some of us are recommending a bigger bike. Kinda depends on your age and (life?) experiences I guess....if you have a temptation to be a larakin - get a 250, its Safer than a faster or bigger bike I guess. If you think you can control your throttle use, consider something bigger.

The LAMS laws are coming about for a reason. People have been arguing for...over 30 years?...that our 250cc limit was stupid, and a power/weight limitation makes more sense. Considering your build, and assuming you aren't 16.....

Either way. what ever you do get - don't look back, and Ride it heaps!

Yeah I was taking the piss with "DrunkenMistake" ..... I dont need a bigger bike but I am getting my 600 ( when funds permit ) in a few months, as much as I love my wee 250 Hornet that goes like a raped cat btw ......I miss the bigger bikes.

As for Stats I am 31 , 95kg , 5'5 & some what level headed, yes I admit to being a hoon & doing some dumb shit but tell me a biker that does not now & then, I also have 2 little girls at home who love there daddy & his bike ...... there is enough reason in it's self not to be a complete cock .

[Tigadee]

...I also have 2 little girls at home who love there daddy & his bike ...... there is enough reason in it's self not to be a complete cock .

Same here... Good on ya!

[jaffaonajappa]

If you buy a new Hyosung GT250 from the Hyosung shop on Barrys point Road, and then 18 months or less later, take it back to them, and trade it in against the 650 model, they will give you the full price you paid, as your trade in price, even though it is now, technically , a new bike.
Tricia

Hmmm, you might have a better relationship with these guys than most of us Tricia.
If we are talking about the shop under Cycletreads....they do not offer the 'full' price towards a 650. But yes, they do have some ok sounding deals when trading up - using an "agreed" price. Was led to believe its 1 to 2k less that the full price...probable worth checking out....if they had a decent 650 lol.

[Old Steve]

I've just completed 24,000 km in 22 months on my Hyosung GV250, GLORIA, and now moved onto a larger bike to suit my 6F status. I was 100 kg but a bit shorter than you, but could do rides of 300 to 400 km. Towards the end of my relationship with GLORIA as I rode a little harder, I'd get 350 + km from a tank (down from the initial 450 km when I was just starting out). If I could afford two regos I'd keep her as she's a great comuter bike, looks large for good visibility, but bars aren't too wide to prevent filtering through stopped traffic.

I'd suggest you buy a second hand bike, whatever make and style you choose. As a learner you will scratch and ding her a little, most learners have at least one attempt at parking without the side stand out! You'll want to change to a bigger bike when you get your full licence, probably something bigger than a 650 and you won't lose so much in depretiation if you start on a cheaper used bike. I believe a 250 is an ideal learner's bike, and a 250 cruiser is better still as it'll have it's CofG lower and feel easier to ride.

My GLORIA was comfortable and reliable, and is currently for sale too - just search for Hyosung and GV250 on Bike Trader.

[Tricia1000]

I have spoken to them about this a number of times, and they have re-iterated that the deal is as I said above. You buy a new GT250 and when you trade up to a new gt650 they give you the full price on a trade. I have never bought from there, cos, I already have my fleet of bikes for now. But I can talk to them on your behalf if you like.

Tricia

Hmmm, you might have a better relationship with these guys than most of us Tricia.
If we are talking about the shop under Cycletreads....they do not offer the 'full' price towards a 650. But yes, they do have some ok sounding deals when trading up - using an "agreed" price. Was led to believe its 1 to 2k less that the full price...probable worth checking out....if they had a decent 650 lol.

[G4L4XY]

What year is it? And assuming its the GT-R ?

Mines a 2006 GTR model of course :P

The suggestion tricia has is pretty solid, as long as you dont crash it, buy a new hyo and trade it back in for full price when you've got your full thats awesome!!

[HoorayForYou]

Well I still haven't done my basic handling yet as I am waiting to hear on a job before I commit to yet another money sink...

I did however pop down to Red Baron and sat my fat arse on a few 250s to try for size. (Cheers to Jon for being so helpful and friendly!)

The Ninja felt surprisingly large and comfy...except my legs felt a little cramped and I guess I would ideally like something a little longer 'twixt seat and pegs.

The Hyosung GT250 felt pretty decent too, so perhaps I am worrying unnecessarily about the physical size of the learner legals.

Whether I will have issues with a lack of take-off torque, stability or stopping power on these smaller capacity, lighter bikes I guess I will find out when I finally get to ride one!

Thanks again all for your continued thoughts and suggestions.

[HoorayForYou]

To add; I was also told at Red Baron that there are now no more of the 2011 FI Ninjas left and probably won't be for quite some time, which is annoying...and the 2010s are going fast too.

[Conquiztador]

write to NZTA - some fellas on here have already rec'd the 250cc learners exemption - iirc the usual reason on the application is "physical size' - i.e. 6ft+ or over 100kg.

And who said eating pies doesn't pay?

We sorted that for my oldest boy. And he was not even fat! HERE

[quickbuck]

To add; I was also told at Red Baron that there are now no more of the 2011 FI Ninjas left and probably won't be for quite some time, which is annoying...and the 2010s are going fast too.

There is one at AFC in Palmerston North. I saw it this morning. It is Black.
They can ship to you too....

BUT questionhas to be asked about this listing: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-360208485.htm

[psykonosis]

Once you get your learner licence at least you'll be able to take a few bikes out for a spin to see how you feel on it. Though, as a few people have posted already if you can get the exemption then go for it. At least feel comfortable and safe on your bike. All the best for your test mate