I'm thinking of getting a motorcycle

[Tazz]

I'm amazed how some cunts even dress themselves these days.

They're finding ways around it

http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/t...ism-in-the-usa

[Smifffy]

I'm amazed how some cunts even dress themselves these days.

Given the number of idiots on the streets in pajamas, or with their boxers up under their armpits and their pants halfway down their thighs, I'd say there are plenty of cunts that can't even do that much.

[varminter]

hi wellyboy and welcome to kiwibiker!

what my esteemed colleagues are trying to tell you is that there are many variables and you can make motorcycle ownership, like anything else, as inexpensive, or conversely as dear as you want you.

Please don't forget the safety gear though, in fact, that should be the first thing you buy!

I've just seen this, by Akzle. It's reasonable and polite. I recon he's been stolen by aliens and replaced with an android.

[Ender EnZed]

I've just seen this, by Akzle. It's reasonable and polite. I recon he's been stolen by aliens and replaced with an android.

Check the date it was posted on.

[mossy1200]

I've just seen this, by Akzle. It's reasonable and polite. I recon he's been stolen by aliens and replaced with an android.

Scientists were hoping it was a modern medicine breakthrough but it only had a short term effect that couldn't be replicated in later trials.

[MD]

Not many constructive replies on here to encourage someone to experience the fun of riding?

Rego for a bike less thean 600cc is $477 p.a. Insurance is the painful cost and really, you need to get quotes depending on the value of your bike. I pay about $800 for a new 1000cc bike but that varies too based on your claims history.

Petrol is a big saver. General rule a small bike will go 2 or 3 times as far as a car. In saying that modern cars are bloody nipping at our heels for economy these days.

Small bike tyres are far cheaper than top of the line performance bikes like 180 and 190 sizes (width) for example are about $200+ for a front and $280 to $400 rear. I can't tell you how far a small bike gets on a set but I sure bet its a loooong way further than a performance bike.

I spend more on maintenance because I love my bikes and don't give a shit about car maintenance. So car is cheaper to maintain. Most of my bike regular service intervals are about $250-$400

Then there's the riding gear, helmet, gloves, jackets- you need several sets. One for bitter winter, one for looking cool in summer. Most riders have dry riding gear (leather) and wets (rain jacket+pants). Bargains to be had if you shop around. No need to buy the expensive branded stuff. Look at online sellers like motomail and 1tonne for example. I got a great heavy duty winter glove from 1tonne $65

Depreciation...don't start me. Accept that it will make you cry. But for perspective a comparable performance car, say a 911 at $260k new will return maybe $130k after a couple of years. A new jappa thou $24k might return $12 to $15k after 2 years. Buy second hand and you are sweet.

Savings can be made on free parking and for me I commute by bike as much as I can to save time instead of crawling in the car at 22kph. Nothing to do with cost.

Utimately I have always costed my motorcycle addiction on a not so scientific 'smiles per dollar' formula which will ALWAYS justify any bike cost.

None of the above counts for shit for most of us- BIKES ROCK

[willytheekid]

I'm amazed how some cunts even dress themselves these days.

FUCK YOU!...at least I try!



...I think Im getting a pay rise

[EJK]

Hi guys. I'm a new member here with very limited biking experience (driven a scooter in the countryside that's it)

Just want to get your experience on how much it costs to own (and maintain) a bike. I'm thinking to go for a ~250cc sports bike if I do decide to get into biking. I know rego is usually around $400 but how much is one expected to spend on fuel, insurance, service/maintenance etc? I would most likely use it for daily work commute (~40km) and occasional weekend rides in Wellington.

Cheers guys!

If you go for a naked single 250 thumper you should be able to save some money on commuting. I used to have a Suzuki FXR150 which was CHEAP to run. Insurance $28 per month (on restricted license + under 25), around 3l/100kms fuel consumption, cheap and easy service (10W40 oil only 1 litre!), $58 for chain and sprockets set, and I paid Bridgestone BT39SS for $240.... for a SET! Later on I put BT39SS front and BT45 on the rear which lasted me way over 10,000kms.