Bike to get learners on. HELP!

[monkeymsea]

Hey guys new to the forum..
Just about to buy my first bike but I would not really have a clue what to get..
I want to get a zxr250 or something along those lines.
I have a budget of about $2500 for the bike. thats not including gear..

any help would be much appreciated..

cheers julius

[breakaway]

If you want a ZXR250, Double that amount. And then add some more for gear.

[fridayflash]

Hey guys new to the forum..
Just about to buy my first bike but I would not really have a clue what to get..
I want to get a zxr250 or something along those lines.
I have a budget of about $2500

any help would be much appreciated..

cheers julius

welcome monkey the old learner bike question eh?? it all depends on your skill and confidence levels. if your an absolute beginner go for a gn250 or 200-250cc dual purpose bike ie;yamaha xt225 or 250, suzuki dr200 etc etc
or if you have some riding experience and want something sporty in your price range,the suzuki rg150 could be a goer,dont be fooled by its modest capacity cos theyve got plenny of trouser action capabilitie!!

[monkeymsea]

Yea that 2500 is my budget just for the bike.. I have taken into account that I need gear and what not.. Im not looking for something thats flash.. Because I am only a learner and will probably drop it.. lol

I would rather get a sporty 250 just because I would like to have a bike I can keep learning on if that makes sense..

[325rocket]

I would rather get a sporty 250 just because I would like to have a bike I can keep learning on if that makes sense..

makes sense to me. unfortunately to get a pretty good one might cost a bit more than that. better a lower spec sound bike than a cheap rocket thats on its way to destruction.

good luck with the search.

[tate35]

Hey there,

I just bought my first bike at gsx250 across. Now just need to get my licence

Good luck with your search

[McJim]

If $2,500 is your budget then forget a 4 cylinder 250. If you do manage to get a 4 cyl 250 for that money be prepared to spend about $3,000 to get it working again. Your modest budget will get you a modest bike but if you look after it properly you will find that it is an investment.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-155878878.htm

Here's a very good bike if you could stretch your budget.

[Ragingrob]

Just keep an eye on trademe and something will pop up. I got my CBR for $2,700, my mate got a 91 Bandit with low k's for $3,000. You just gotta keep an eye out and get in quick.

[wickle]

makes sense to me. unfortunately to get a pretty good one might cost a bit more than that. better a lower spec sound bike than a cheap rocket thats on its way to destruction.

good luck with the search.

I'Ve just bought a 1980 Suzuki GSX250 for my son to start off on, good solid bike not over powerful and once he puts a few kms behind him. Im sure I'll get more than I paid for it. Also try and get some lessons from a experienced rider

[fridayflash]

makes sense to me. unfortunately to get a pretty good one might cost a bit more than that. better a lower spec sound bike than a cheap rocket thats on its way to destruction.

good luck with the search.

too troo rocket, much better to buy something sound and original than a 20yr old multi cylinder 250 thats been rolled bowled and arseholed then rolled again lol.
also monkey often the cheaper sports 250s are a bit fickle when it comes to reliability as they age, carb daiaphrams,slides,exhaust packing, carb balancing, electrical problems all start to rear their ugly heads lol
but dont let me put you off,bcos a well sorted one will be a lot of fun

[fatzx10r]

an older kawasaki gpx 250 would be a good first bike.they go well, easy to find part's. not sure if you will find one in the price range you are looking for. if you do, get some one who know's a bit about bikes to check it over. you dont wana buy a lemon

[Ragingrob]

The gpx I have listed here - http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...ad.php?t=74101

Is going for $1300. Could be worth checking out.

[MaxCannon]

You can have my GN for $2,300

2005
11500kms
Full service history
Good tyres (Pirelli City Demons)
Very good overall condition

I'll chuck in a service at Colemans (chain needs doing soon) and a full tank of gas.

[Str8 Jacket]

Get an RG150 or KR150. Seriously......

[mark247]

iv had a few cheap bikes under 2 grand. In my opinion its better to maybe spent a bit more, say 4 grand, and you will have a much nicer more reliable bike and wont get nearly as mainy head aches. Esspecially with 4 cylinder bikes.