Noob's bike?

[Deviant]

Hey bro,

I just bought a Suzuki GN250. Arrived this morning, delivered from Coleman's Suzuki.
I chose the GN250 because everyone touted it as a real learner's bike. I took it halfway down my street, shitting myself the whole way, hit the kill switch and walked it back.

In my defence, it's my second time ever on a bike (first being a GN125 last Saturday in my Basic Handling Test), and there was someone coming up the road, a lady about to walk into my path without looking, and a girl getting into her car right behind her, so having never driven/ridden on a public road before, I was in a bit of a busy situation there.

I strongly recommend going for something lighter than a 250 for your first bike, this little beast is going to take me some serious practise to get used to before I can use it for it's intended purpose (commuting to the North Shore).

I'd say go as cheap as possible, because you're probably going to have a couple of small spills once you get used to it and get too cocky- everyone told me that.

Good luck, and wish me some too because I need it!

[vifferman]

I strongly recommend going for something lighter than a 250 for your first bike, this little beast is going to take me some serious practise to get used to before I can use it for it's intended purpose (commuting to the North Shore).

There's no way around it really - apart from a scooter; motorbikes are heavier than bicycles. However, once moving, the weight disappears, as they are dynamic beasties that have revolving things like gears, flywheels, wheels etc that act as gyroscopic stabilisers. The trick is to practice lots, especially slow-speed manouevres in a safe environment. That's why dirtbikes are the ideal choice for a beginner.

[breakaway]

In my defence, it's my second time ever on a bike (first being a GN125 last Saturday in my Basic Handling Test), and there was someone coming up the road, a lady about to walk into my path without looking, and a girl getting into her car right behind her, so having never driven/ridden on a public road before, I was in a bit of a busy situation there.

That's how I started. Only, when I hopped on my bike, I had zero experience. Scary ain't it

[Deviant]

Yeah, first time is a bit of a buzz. My previous experience was a couple of rides on mopeds years ago, and the Basic Handling Test on that GN125 last weekend.

But I'm mostly scared about the fact that the gloves don't give me much flexibility for my fingers. They cost over $100, good ones from Motomail, but I still feel a bit clumsy in them and that doesn't help my confidence when it's hard to activate the indicators. I guess I'll get used to them eventually.

The GN125's are way lighter than the GN250's though, and I'm also thinking that a dirt-bike would have been a better choice. But, I have it, so I'll learn to ride it. I'm definitely looking forward to it!

[Bullitt]

My experience with dirt bikes is they wernt any easier to ride than a GN for a learner. They might be lighter but theyve usually also got a higher seat, plus the tyres arnt so good on the road.

Its abit daunting when you first start but you do get the hang of it pretty quickly. Just look at the diverse range of people who ride bikes, all it takes is the desire and abit of practice.

[carver]

I am a noob and thinking to buy a bike.

Honestly I am not a rich guy who can afford to buy a GT250R or a GPX250.
Im only 17 years old who would like to get on two wheels rather on four.

I am looking towards a Yamaha Scorpio Z or a used Suzuki FXR150.

And my other option is the Lifan LF125 motorbike which looks quite cool but not well known.

So what do you guys think? what bike should i go for?
Price range is around 3000 to 4000 max.

Please help

i got a NXR 125 honda..the price is lower than your listed...pm me for details

[Pancakes]

Hey bro,

I just bought a Suzuki GN250. Arrived this morning, delivered from Coleman's Suzuki.
I chose the GN250 because everyone touted it as a real learner's bike. I took it halfway down my street, shitting myself the whole way, hit the kill switch and walked it back.

In my defence, it's my second time ever on a bike (first being a GN125 last Saturday in my Basic Handling Test), and there was someone coming up the road, a lady about to walk into my path without looking, and a girl getting into her car right behind her, so having never driven/ridden on a public road before, I was in a bit of a busy situation there.

I strongly recommend going for something lighter than a 250 for your first bike, this little beast is going to take me some serious practise to get used to before I can use it for it's intended purpose (commuting to the North Shore).

I'd say go as cheap as possible, because you're probably going to have a couple of small spills once you get used to it and get too cocky- everyone told me that.

Good luck, and wish me some too because I need it!

Bro your thingy doesn't say what part of AK but pipe up and I'm sure there is someone nearby that will take your bike and you to some desertet carpark while you practice. No worrying about indicators and all that shit. Open spaces and you can get into a nice putt-putt gear and get used to the thing.

Contrary to popular belief you don't have to bin it, not due to your own fault anyhoo and if you keep your eyes out you'll dodge those other fools to (and give their mirror a good whack if you want )

Straight up dude, a wee while and you'll read that post and laugh, baby steps when your a baby and you'll grow up in no time. Bea great to see you out there, you'll quickly realise a 250 is no where near big enough!

[Squiggles]

GN's are a blast to ride round town, use mine to go on any trips under 20k from home, very agile and light (compared to bigger beasts like the ol GSXR i had (230kg)) Gloves will bed in in time and you wont even notice you're wearing them. Oh, and dont forget that sidestand when you're stopped (gf did that twice on mine)

[McJim]

Oh, on Friday, I bought the Yamaha SX-4 Scorpoi Z for $3700 from Red Baron. My dealer was Max.

Belated congrats dude - buying new from there should be fine since they are kind of bound by the RRP. I assumed their used bike prices were inflated beyond that of the other dealerships to allow them leeway to haggle - WRONG! I tried to get them to move on a 1998 CBR600 (that was actually a 1997 but registered a year later.) since I had found a lower mileage one at another dealer for $1,500 cheaper. I didn't tell them this at the time as I wanted to test their honesty. They would move a total of $500. Never been back...never will.

[EJK]

Ah really...
However Mr. Deviant, who was your dealer? btw congratulations on your new 250cc!

Well, when I bought a scooter from Colemans Suzuki, I practices for like 20 minutes on THAT street lol I was afraid to go on to the K' Road lol

Well that what I did when I had ABSOLUTE 0% experience on road.

P.S. My dealer was Esley James. He isn't that nice...

[Deviant]

Ah really...
However Mr. Deviant, who was your dealer? btw congratulations on your new 250cc!

Well, when I bought a scooter from Colemans Suzuki, I practices for like 20 minutes on THAT street lol I was afraid to go on to the K' Road lol

Well that what I did when I had ABSOLUTE 0% experience on road.

P.S. My dealer was Esley James. He isn't that nice...

Thanks man. Not sure of the dealer's name, a tall white guy with dark hair- I think his name started with A... not sure. Really tall guy. Seemed really nice.

I bought my gear (helmet gloves pants) at Motomail and the guy there was exceptionally helpful. I really couldn't have gotten anyone better for my needs in my honest opinion. He showed me what was good, what was cheap, and what was not worth the high price for a learner vs what was not worth the risk to my safety just to save $50. I left there feeling like I'd spent less than I expected and got exactly what I needed.


Pancakes-

If you know of an area here I could ask someone to do that, let me know. I took it for another ride today, down the end of the street. Busy as hell traffic at the first corner (always), and I was still not confident enough to go off my semi-quiet street yet, so walked it home again.

I'd love a chance to take it to some massive sealed carpark where I can prctice to my heart's content without worrying about traffic, people watching, stalling at lights, indicating and all the other shit you need to worry about when you hit the central city roads I'm surrounded by.

I'm in Newmarket, so if any older and more experienced riders are in this area and feel like lending a new rider a hand, please hit me up.

I'm off work today and tomorrow, working all weekend. Not sure about next week yet. Just let me know your days off when you might be willing to help me out, and I'll try to arrange it around your schedule.


Cheers all,

Deviant.

[Pancakes]

Not familiar with Newmarket enough to recomend anywhere but someone will but their hand up for sure. Maybe ask in the Uni Bike & Scooter club page under clubs. There will be some city dwellers in that lot for sure.

Good luck, see you out sometime a!

[EJK]

I'm in Newmarket, so if any older and more experienced riders are in this area and feel like lending a new rider a hand, please hit me up.

Wow, you sure do live in the area where its busy as Queen Street lol

Well good luck on your practicing lol
Since I am a beginner too, I don't have any authority to give you any suggestions lol
But this is how I practiced. I STRAIGHTLY WENT ON RIDING ON ROADS eventho I stalled at lights lol! omg... It was embarrassing...

Ah once again, I live nearby K'road which is not as busy as Newmarket... the condition was not too difficult lol

[Deviant]

haha, sounds tough!. I'm at the top of a slight hill, with a very busy rd at the end of the street, first intersection, a massive hill immediately right, and a very very busy rd paralell left- so I'm pretty much fucked to put it bluntly, hehe!

Love my bike, but need room to practice on.

[discotex]

haha, sounds tough!. I'm at the top of a slight hill, with a very busy rd at the end of the street, first intersection, a massive hill immediately right, and a very very busy rd paralell left- so I'm pretty much fucked to put it bluntly, hehe!

Love my bike, but need room to practice on.

Hey have you got a car? I know, stupid question really but if you do you could get someone to ride your bike to the target carpark. There's gotta be somewhere around Newmarket that'd do the trick. Maybe the Museum or the Newmarket train carpark or something.

I'm working weekdays but I'm in the city so could meet up after work or whatever. PM me if you're keen.