Just starting out.. what's good?

**Meekey_Mouse** · 5th September 2006, 18:38

Scotty: are they pretty slow?

**Scotty** · 5th September 2006, 18:45

Slow hmmm never hung around long enough to see one start . the seating position is more of a cruiser style to. sorry they SUX

**Mr. Peanut** · 5th September 2006, 18:48

A GN250 will give you plenty of learner thrills I assure you, and it will leave you with plenty of cash for protective gear.

When you want to move on to something faster, a GN250 will be easy to sell for pretty much what you paid for it.

Also if you drop a GN250, there isn't much to break. They are about as reliable as they come to boot. Get an old one though.

BTW -> Scotty is a tard.

**ridetwins** · 5th September 2006, 18:48

i had a klx250 d-tracker. its basically the same as an XR but in motard trim. great for learners as is not fast, handles great and insprires confidence. good for round town but also can keep up with the 100kph speed limit. has a higher seat height so suitable more for taller people. just another option thats all.....

**fozz rock** · 5th September 2006, 18:49

fozz rock: I really want something that is reliable and wont break down on me aye :P[/QUOTE]

your right... don't get a suzuki

**fridayflash** · 5th September 2006, 19:03

hey meeky,greetings from napier.i reclon your on tha right track with the rg150-plenty of zing,& just enough torque to get by.

**McJim** · 5th September 2006, 19:25

Well here's my 2c - you want fairings...why? Anyhow moving on from that you have a budget of $2000-$2500 Peanut will look around for you which is nice of him.

But what is he going to find in that price range? - as he's said if it's a fully faired bike it'll be old and it'll be thrashed at that price-may cost over $1,000 to get it through it's next wof. Some 1988 250s (CBR250RR, GSXR250 etc.) are still getting $4000 - $6000. Spada will still set you back $4000 in good condition so do you want a good bike that's about to die or a mediocre bike that will not cost you a penny for the next 2 years or so at which point you can get your Gixxer or whatever?

My advice - if you can get FXR150 go for it - there are some 2 stroke 150's for good prices too but be prepared to get oily and dirty as they can be somewhat temperamental especially if you don't warm 'em up before every ride.

If you can't get FXR then the only thing left on your budget is GN250 or a very old something requiring TLC and $$$ to fix it.

Best of luck looking.

**kiwifruit** · 5th September 2006, 19:26

welcome to the site

ive recently got a few new riders into bikes on rg150s, they look good and are very easy to ride. they provide enuf of a speed thrill when needed. they handle very well and you can get great tyres for them....
the down side is they are 2 stroke (high performance machines)so can need rebuilding if not looked after and cost abit more to run due to having to buy 2stroke oil as well as gas.
in saying that i highly recommend them for learners.

in my opinion its better to start on something small, learn to "monster" it then move on.
250s are all good but waaaaay over priced due to demand.

im happy to help with anything bike related, love getting new people into bikes.

go and see chris mitchell too, he is by far the best mechanic in town and knows the market well. best man to see for gear etc too.

dont hesatate to let me know if there is anything i can help with.

see you on the road sometime ;-)

EDIT
come out to the track this friday if ya can, we are holding a trackday

**Scouse** · 5th September 2006, 19:32

Originally Posted by SwanTiger

How big are you in terms of height?

If you can afford it and find one, I'd recommend a Honda 250 Hornet, a good amount of power (for a 250cc bike) and reliability with solid style and build quality. They'd have to be the ultimate learners machine, just a pitty you can't buy them new.

The second best option would be a Hyosung GT 250, a very smooth and torquey V-Twin engine that won't scare you much.

EDIT: I'm bias about the Hyosung.

Yep have to concur those Hyosungs are good girls bikes

**Meekey_Mouse** · 5th September 2006, 19:43

Thanks SOO much to every one aye... I'm really surprised as to how many people are helping

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Kiwifruit: I've talked to Chris (great guy!) as he also knows roughly what my rider-level is and he said that aslong as the RG has got a good engine in it then that would be a good bike, or a CBR.

Will also keep looking at GN's

Can't wait till I get a bike though... hehe

**Str8 Jacket** · 5th September 2006, 20:11

Originally Posted by Meekey_Mouse

Swan Tiger: haha.. I'm pretty short, bout 165cm's

Im a little shorter than you and have a KR150 (two stroker) It'll be up for sale in a couple of months....

**Meekey_Mouse** · 5th September 2006, 20:18

Originally Posted by Str8 Jacket

Im a little shorter than you and have a KR150 (two stroker) It'll be up for sale in a couple of months....

Cool, Thanks.... please keep me posted

**Str8 Jacket** · 5th September 2006, 20:25

Originally Posted by Meekey_Mouse

Cool, Thanks.... please keep me posted

I'll be chucking a thread up and offering it KBers first before I put in on Tardme around Nov so keep your eyes open. But if you can get a bike soon then go for it, the sooner your out riding the faster you'll learn!

Oh yeah, welcome!