Noobie

[bull]

Hi all, quick intro Danny is my name, 28yrs old tomorrow, born and bred here in Upper hutt, lovely wife and 3 boys, never riddena bike in my life but feel like now is the time to start learning how.

Been reading this forum hard out for last week or so and am really impressed withthe knowledge and range of opinions.

So far my hero has to be buckbuck for his staying power whilst on his learners, so many of us would be keen to get right in the deep end but his common sense approach looks like the path i intend to follow.

From what ive read im looking at doing the Roadsafe BHS and probally also their maintenance and any training courses they offer.

Bike choice is leaning towards the Hyosung GT250R as im a big guy and its big 250cc bike.

Oh well thats all for now. C u in hte forums and once i get my License and bike ill hopefully meet a few of you on the road, till then keep an eye out for my Silver Commodore Cage - ill be the one leaving plenty of room for lane splitting on my commute to Wellington each day.

[NSR-Dan]

hyosung is good but get the naked gt250, looks better as its not good when have a slow bike that looks fast, kinda like a lada with a bodykit

[Scorpygirl]

Welcome to KB and to the madhouse. Wait for Crashe to tell you about the Virago 250!!! Hope it enjoy here!!!

[Colapop]

You've got the right idea - take it slowly and build into it as your skill improves. The more you ride the better you'll get. There is usually (probably when it gets warmer) a Wednesday night ride that has some couple of very experienced patient guys heading it - so lots of good riding advice and other noobs to share the ride with.

Oh and Welcome.

[McJim]

All the best Bull - welcome to the fraternity.

For my tuppence worth I'd suggest something cheaper than the Hyosung (they're all pretty new and haven't lost too much value yet) a good ol' Honda Spada is about the sime size. I got a nearly new VTR (which is frankly too small for me - my knees touch my chin from time to time) this has been too expensive and I've regretted it in the 2 spills I've had.

Best of luck.

[ZeroIndex]

Welcome to the site.. good luck with the bike hunt.. as Big McJim said: you may want to look for something cheaper.. you'll have time when you're on your full to spend all your money - I'm 6.4, and I sit very comfortably on my 86 Kwaka Ninja 250, and a sad thing happened tonight: I realised I can't fit properly on a ZX-14.. my knees sit to high..

[Blackbird]

Hi Danny and welcome

Being a newbie, you might want to consider talking to a mentor from the website in your area, see: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/me...=&pp=15&page=2. These people are very experienced and will freely give their time to help you to develop your road skills and general bike competence. That's how supportive the site members are!

cheers

Geoff

[Theatre]

Gday and welcome to the site!

Seeing I've recently been looking for bikes thought I'd share my experiences. I'm 6'2", although only 75kg and the 200* gsx250 was quite tall people friendly. I also fit quite well on my krr150, although I think it would be a bit small for anyone heavier than me. The naked GT250 Hyosungs can be found for quite a good price second hand as well

[bull]

cheers for the welcome all, im 6 foot and about 125kg so thats the main reason for the hyosung. Im def not a speed freak so the hyosung being able to do the limit suits me fine, main purpose will be commute to work and the occasional medium - long ride in the weekends for a bit of fun. Anyone got some good sites for gear etc in nz? i only really seem to see trademe and quasimoto as options so far - or is there a reccomended wellington/lower hutt/upper hut bike store that does good deals?

[poorbastard]

Welcome to the site. Beter late then never so they say

[Fub@r]

Welcome aboard

I just turned 31 and hit the 2 wheels about 6 weeks ago ............you'll never catch me in a cage again unless picking my son up from school.

Whatever you buy make sure it not too flash till you get your skills up........just in case

Best place I found for new gear is the Motomail outlet shop..........but its in Auckland

[mazz1972]

cheers for the welcome all, im 6 foot and about 125kg so thats the main reason for the hyosung. Im def not a speed freak so the hyosung being able to do the limit suits me fine, main purpose will be commute to work and the occasional medium - long ride in the weekends for a bit of fun. Anyone got some good sites for gear etc in nz? i only really seem to see trademe and quasimoto as options so far - or is there a reccomended wellington/lower hutt/upper hut bike store that does good deals?

I can highly recommend TSS Motorcycles in Cuba Street, Alicetown. See Richard or Stewart. They have a pretty good range in there and are EXTREMELY helpful and friendly. Will also beat anyone else on price (unless it's someone is offering a sooper dooper deal). Hubby and I just kitted outselves out there and got good prices. They will get anything in for you too. I'd go back there any day. Unlike that other place in the Hutt where we spent 40 minutes trying on gear and didn't even get a hello...

[Ghost Lemur]

Welcome aboard Bull.

Have you considered the Hornet 250. Not as much top speed as the rice rocket 250 4's, but loads of down low torque. Frame (iirc) is the same as the hornet 600, so should be plenty big enough. Nekkid bike, so no expensive plastics to repair if it decides on a lie down on ya sometime.

Once your sorted be sure to hook up with the wellington crew. There a good bunch with heaps of experience.

Oh and happy birthday.

[ZeroIndex]

cheers for the welcome all, im 6 foot and about 125kg so thats the main reason for the hyosung. Im def not a speed freak so the hyosung being able to do the limit suits me fine, main purpose will be commute to work and the occasional medium - long ride in the weekends for a bit of fun. Anyone got some good sites for gear etc in nz? i only really seem to see trademe and quasimoto as options so far - or is there a reccomended wellington/lower hutt/upper hut bike store that does good deals?

QUASiMOTO is really really good, and is definitely worth getting..

[Buster]

Hi Bull, welcome along. Hope you enjoy your time here.

I find the GSX is a good size for tall fellas like us. Bloody comfy too.

Good luck whatever you choose.