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I'm a new rider less than a year and I've crashed twice on my R3. Both were at low speeds and one was loose road gravel the second one cinders. I had frame sliders the second time which mitigated damage. Don't ride at night in winter shortly after a large snowfall (only a few ice patches here and there and I was trying to get back home before nightfall). First one happened on a sharp corner and the second one happened because I was trying to get to a light on time and the car in front of me stopped on a green light and shit tons of cinder underneath me I panic braked and went down. I use two finger braking now and really smooth in my braking with the rear brake. Winter riding in Oregon is no joke.
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I'm starting on a TL1000R. I'm a bigger guy 6'3" 250. Getting a great deal on it from a friend and after going around the neighborhood on it It feels good. I have maybe an hour total ride time, but I'm 25 and have seen many bike accidents to have a developed respect for these machines. can't wait to start riding. Any thoughts on the TL1000R?
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Hey m8. I live in Germany, and here's a rule that people below 21 years of age (I'm almost 18) may not ride bikes with >48 PS, with a maximum of 90 PS which the has to be reduced to 48, but nothing more, and I am still studying so I do not have too much money to spare. So I was wondering what your thoughts on the Kawasaki Ninja 250r are, or if you could recommend something else, which shouldn't be more expensive than the Ninja, since I'm planning to ride it for the next 6 years, and 5000€ is not a sum I can spend easily. Also, should I buy used or new? And is there anything special I should know when buying a used one?
I consider myself to be a very responsible person, I treat my stuff with respect and care, and should I sometimes fall into rage, I think about stuff that won't break before I throw it against the wall. I also do not do stupid things where I know it will end badly or physically put (me) in danger.
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My first bike was honda bross 400 cc, never been on a moped or anything lower than 400cc. Had that bike for 2 years until it got stolen and now i am planing to get 600.
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I started on a 2015 R1. I put thousands of miles on my bike. I actually made a video that shows you how to start on a 1000. It is very simple. Don't pay attention to people who are afraid. Pay attention to people who are knowledgeable.
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Thanks for the info. Helps out a whole lot!!
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I think everyone should keep in mind that no matter what bike you start on, what matters is being SAFE. No bike or ride is more important than you life. Whatever measures you must take to ensure your safety is up to you. When I started riding everyone told me, "don't be a statistic". It use to bother me but riding stupid is really really easy to do on a sport bike. Just be smart
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You are full of crap. My 1st bike was a CBR1000RR never driven a super bike in my life yet its now my daily commute.
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in my opinion a small bike is hell when someone passes you. wind it self can be hard to overcome, since its not a heavy bike. on the other hand a larger bike has more mass and stability. but the guy is right, it all depends on the person. i for example em a calm person, i could be riding an 1400ccm zzr and still would not be speeding and shit like that.
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You're not breaking the law by not having mirror on the motorcycle right?
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hi I am 4'10 and a female I'm planning to get a 250 kawasaki. what should I do. I'm only 90 pounds
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Ok I get it. Perhaps starting off with a 600cc is not so dangerous if you respect the throttle. I've heard the point that "falling off a 250cc at 55 mph hurts just as much as falling off a 600cc at 55mph" my point is that a 600cc can turn 55mph into 95mph a lot quicker and easier than a 250cc. And you're carrying all this extra weight that needs to be slowed down in an emergency braking situation just so your top speed can be 165 rather than 108. I've ridden a 600cc super sport and yea I've had enough of speed like that
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I'm 20 years old, 6'2 300lbs, i was thinking about getting a either a 600 or 750 as my first bike. A 250 or 300 would be more cost effective but for one I think it's too small, and second I don't want to be in a position to have to buy another bike in a few months because it's not fast enough. Any advice?
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what i wanna know is which bike pulls more bitches? lol
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I started on a Honda cbr125 witch is perfect, I'm now on a 250
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Anyone else find it ridiculous that he talks about being safe and responsible yet took off his rearview mirrors?? I agree you should get what fits depending on the situation but don't DELETE safety features dude!
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Before you get an R6 you should learn to ride two-handed and turn your full beam off! Oh and also learn to change lanes after indicating and stop weaving all over the road. Fucking idiots giving out advice...
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Like dude, you throwing in the whole dying part killed this video literally. You can die on a scooter just the same as liter bike if you don't have a cool head while riding
Alrighty so I tried to mention all I could think of that you should consider when buying a motorcycle. In this description, I will try to include any missed information from the video. 1. MONEY Buying your first motorcycle can be difficult if you don't have much money, so a good idea may be to buy a used bike. A used ninja 250 can cost around $2000 and a nice 600 around $5000. This is very dependent on the condition and year but in general, these prices can find you a decent bike. I will buy my next street bike new just because I would like to be the one to break it in, but for a new rider, a used bike will save you a lot of money and you can learn all the do and do nots. I would not recommend a new rider to buy a brand new bike. Remember, motorcycles DO NOT save you money XD so don't go and buy a bike just to save money. What you save in gas you end up spending in tires and maintenance. 2. Which Bike Should I Buy? This is a hard question as it is dependent on YOU. I really have to know you personally to give a definite decision but what I can say is that age, responsibility, & talent play a roll in the decision. Wether you want a dual sport or a sport bike is a different topic and completely personal opinion. If you are under 18 you MUST not start on a liter bike!! Even if you can handle the power, you will have a hard time learning in the corners and ultimately, become a squid. Liter bikes should not be purchased until you have unlocked the full potential of a 600 ;) That being said if you are over 18 I still don't recommend a liter bike. If you are a heavier guy then get a 600 or a ninja 650, or sv 650. Learn how to actually ride before you race. The best riders don't start on 1000cc. So should you consider a 250? Well yeah I think so. Especially if you are broke, have no experience, suck at riding motorcycles, or are a crazy bastard. Often it is a good idea to go sit on and ride a few bikes to see what you like best. And if you need some motorcycle experience first, than ride a small dirt bike to learn how the clutch works. 3. COSTS If you purchase a 600 or liter bike YOU ABSOLUTELY MSUT buy a steering stabilizer if it is not already equipped with one. These are crucial to your bikes stability and possibly your life. Also the bigger the cc the faster you go through tires, gas, and the more expensive the insurance is. You often need to buy chain lube, oil + filter and plexus plastic polish. Once you get your bike you will want to do upgrades which get pricey, especially if you want a loud exhaust so you can be heard. Just something to consider. 4. Requirements If you are under 21 in California you must take the msf course and get your motorcycle permit before you can start riding. Even if you are over 21, I recommend the msf course for a beginner rider as it will help teach you the basics and get you some seat time. 5. Take Care of Your Baby I recommend changing the oil at around every 3k miles with full synthetic oil and a new oil filter. Keep up on the maintenance and if you do buy a new bike, be careful not to scratch it and change the oil at the small increments (first at 500ish miles). Also lube your chain to extend life and dampen noise o fate chain. Dry chains like to get very loud. Over time of ownership you will learn all the little things involved in the bike life. If you have any questions feel free to contact me and don't forget to rate comment and subscribe! //////////////////////////////////////////\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\💯 Follow on Instagram 📷 @streetbikesforever http://instagram.com/streetbikesforever Email 📧 streetbikesforever@gmail.com Like on Facebook 📲 http://www.facebook.com/StreetBikesForever Follow on Twitter 🐥 https://twitter.com/StreetBikesEver Follow on Tumblr 🙌 https://www.tumblr.com/blog/streetbikesforever YouTube Channel 🎥 http://www.youtube.com/user/StreetBikesForever Check out my photographer on Instagram 📷📲 @bobbyzullo http://instagram.com/bobbyzullo Feel free to message me about anything! I'd love video recommendations‼️ Recorded with a GoPro HD Hero 4 at 2.7k Super View with an external mic. Editing done with Final Cut Pro X