Bike for a newbie?

[skippy_nz]

Awesome! They are really nice looking bikes. Have fun with her and safe riding. Would be great to hear how you're going with the GW in a few months.

I got off the bike after my test ride and had a hit of adrenaline

[unstuck]

naaa didn't own a honda at that stage, so was not ghey

Thank god for that.

[YellowDog]

I got off the bike after my test ride and had a hit of adrenaline

Good choice with the 'NEW' rather than 'USED' bike. Well done

[DMNTD:Me]

so, being as i now ride a gold wing as well as the zzr, my question has to be, am i still ghey when i am riding the zzr

Of course not, but definitely bi

[unstuck]

Of course not, but definitely bi

Yeah, he does look a bit dodgy.

[russd7]

Yeah, he does look a bit dodgy.

says the boy from gore

[unstuck]

says the boy from gore

Was at Monkey Island last thursday, was sure I saw you walking across the paddocks towards puki hand in hand with the farm boy, following the moos in.

P.S. Wakapatu beach is good for a fang on a bike.

[The Reibz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-608307746.htm
Perfect learners bike right here...

[russd7]

Was at Monkey Island last thursday, was sure I saw you walking across the paddocks towards puki hand in hand with the farm boy, following the moos in.

P.S. Wakapatu beach is good for a fang on a bike.

werent me, havent lived out puki for three years now, not in dirty dairy anymore either

[JafaSaffer]

Came across this blog on "Best" motorcycles for new riders. maybe some ideas to consider here: http://rideapart.jalopnik.com/the-be...ders-565422483

[GDOBSSOR]

hey all,

i have been riding around wellington on a scooter for the past 8 years and have since decided to get a real bike

i passed my BHS and Theory this week and am now on the hunt for a commuter / general ride around the region and maybe a little further afield. I'm tossing up between getting a new Suzuki GW250, or a second hand 2011 Honda VTF250 or even a 2008 Honda CBF250.

Any thoughts ??

Also whats the best place to practice riding around in the Miramar area for those living in wellington ?

Cheers
Skip

Ride around the Cobham Drive roundabout route by the airport. I had to ride that route last year at least once a week to get to work and it was great head/checking/blindspott/roundabout practice. Other areas... I would suggest the loop trip around from Seatoun/Mirimar that loops back to Cobham Drive, and goes through the Bays. It is really peaceful and serene, and was included as part of the Bays route for the Slow Paced BRONZ Rides this year. It gives you an opportunity to practice roundabouts again, and also gives you the opportunity to practise controlling your motorcycle in an environment that is really twisty and windy, and requires a lot of concentration - perfect for a learner. Also, try the alternative route to C Drive that goes around by the Airport, but instead of going through the airport carpark, go off to the right and see where it takes you.

[skippy_nz]

Well its been a few months since I got the GW250 and I thought I would check back in to say things are going great. Still loving the bike and trying to venture out further than just commuting around town.

I'm sure as sure can be that I made the right choice in going for the new Suzuki over the second hand bikes I was looking at.

i've been a little slack in upgrading from the L plate but have booked in for my 6R test in a couple of weeks.

[caseye]

Good on you, good choices are always the right ones.
Go get that next step outa the way and then, every bike can be your oyster.

[NNN]

[QUOTE=i've been a little slack in upgrading from the L plate but have booked in for my 6R test in a couple of weeks.[/QUOTE]

Good luck for the test

[skippy_nz]

Thanks. I'm sure I'll be fine. It will be my fIrst driving test in 18 years