Hi from Dannevirke (Sonicjoe)

[Sonicjoe]

Hi everybody, my names Joseph and I live in the great Dannevegas
Anyway I'm 15 this April the 3rd and am looking at getting my motorbike license ect..gear and all that but unfortunately my budget isnt that big being 14 haha. I have ridden 4 wheelers and a few 2 wheelers for a couple of years and also as a pillion a few times on bigger bikes so am looking to get into it myself.Anyway just thought I'd come out from hiding in the shadows and say hello to you all
Edit:Any recommendations for a starter 250?

[Trudes]

Hi there, good luck with the bike search, probably price will be a big factor, but if you buy something that will potentially keep you happy for a bit longer it'll be worth it in the end. Just make sure you leave yourself enough money to buy good gear, helmet, gloves, boots, pants and jacket, bribe your folks/grandparents/aunts and uncles etc to buy you or contribute to buying you some gear for your birthday or something (show them some of the really yucky pics of what road rash and head injuries look like). Ride safe and have fun!!

[Slyer]

(show them some of the really yucky pics of what road rash and head injuries look like)

Not if you want to convice them to let you have one.

[davebullet]

Welcome to KB!

As Trudes said....

Remember to include in your total budget allowance for god gear.

An older Kawasaki or Suzuki 4 cyl 250 would be a great bike. Well made Jappa bikes that keep going. If you want a second opinion on a bike, there are lots of helpful, knowledgeble people on this site that would probably help you find something decent to ride on.

Put a wanted to buy add in the Bike ads forum.

[86GSXR]

Gidday Sonicjoe, welcome to KB Contact NZSarge and Sugilite, they're both over your way and could help sort you out. Oh, and keep your eye on the Manawatu threads, always something going on!

[Sonicjoe]

Hi guys, thanks for the warm welcome. Its no problem getting a bike as Dad was a biker for around 15 years and wants me to get good gear. I like the look of the Quasi stuff but seems to be just a bit expensive for me. Will get in touch with NZSarge and Sugilite

[Slyer]

Go the Kawasaki 250's I reckon!

[Quasievil]

Hi guys, thanks for the warm welcome. Its no problem getting a bike as Dad was a biker for around 15 years and wants me to get good gear. I like the look of the Quasi stuff but seems to be just a bit expensive for me. Will get in touch with NZSarge and Sugilite

Got a fair bit of stuff going cheap at the moment on clearance, give me a hola on pm and I will see what I can do for you of course.

[Sonicjoe]

Haha I wish i could afford a Ninja..dream bike at the moment haha
Will give you a pm now Quasi
Edit:Oops can't because my post count isn't high enough, I can reply though if ya give me a quick message

[Slyer]

Bah get one of the older ninjas they are just as good, the seat is comfier and they have 4 or so more horsepower.

[Sonicjoe]

Bah get one of the older ninjas they are just as good, the seat is comfier and they have 4 or so more horsepower.

Not as nice looking though..oops did I say that
Better than my bike though

[NZsarge]

Hi everybody, my names Joseph and I live in the great Dannevegas
Anyway I'm 15 this April the 3rd and am looking at getting my motorbike license ect..gear and all that but unfortunately my budget isnt that big being 14 haha. I have ridden 4 wheelers and a few 2 wheelers for a couple of years and also as a pillion a few times on bigger bikes so am looking to get into it myself.Anyway just thought I'd come out from hiding in the shadows and say hello to you all
Edit:Any recommendations for a starter 250?

Hey SJ, welcome to KB.
Recommendations for a learner bike... Depends on your budget which does'nt sound like you'll have a lot to spend, agree with the people here, Good gear is all important the best stuff you can afford. What sort of bikes hold the most interest for you? Sports/Cruiser/Adventure?

[Quasievil]

Haha I wish i could afford a Ninja..dream bike at the moment haha
Will give you a pm now Quasi
Edit:Oops can't because my post count isn't high enough, I can reply though if ya give me a quick message

Send me a email mate quasimoto@ihug.co.nz cheers

[Sonicjoe]

Hey SJ, welcome to KB.
Recommendations for a learner bike... Depends on your budget which does'nt sound like you'll have a lot to spend, agree with the people here, Good gear is all important the best stuff you can afford. What sort of bikes hold the most interest for you? Sports/Cruiser/Adventure?

Thanks for the welcome...I could probably get a bit of money together if really necessary haha..umm bikes...I like sport bikes but also would like a dual purpose to go down mates farms ect

[Slyer]

DR250 will do you right