Is it petty? - General Sportbike Discussion

KillerS3ven · 09-21-2006, 02:54 AM

Im new to sportbikes and the recommended starter is a 250-500. I am a person who wouldnt go out and buy a ugly car, clothes, furniture etc and i feel those bikes are hideous compared to the 600 class bikes. Do u think it would be worth the bumps and bruises to have beauty?

Taz · 09-22-2006, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by KillerS3ven

Im new to sportbikes and the recommended starter is a 250-500. I am a person who wouldnt go out and buy a ugly car, clothes, furniture etc and i feel those bikes are hideous compared to the 600 class bikes. Do u think it would be worth the bumps and bruises to have beauty?

if used a older 600.. yzf 600, f4, f3, or somthing like that
if its going to be a new bike zzr600, F4i, ninja 650R, FZ6, or honda 599
for a 500 the Suzuki GS500F- in my opinion the best looking 500 made to date...
http://www.suzukicycles.com/Products...6/Default.aspx

jcrojas · 09-22-2006, 10:03 AM

I'd recommend F2, F3, or F4 as good beginner bikes depending on your budget of you really want a 600 insead of a 250 or 500. Spend a good bit of cash on a good leather jacket, gloves, helmet, boots, etc. You most likely will drop it, so it's not very smart to get something minty if it's your first bike.

TongWoo · 09-22-2006, 10:10 AM

Just so you know...It could prolly be a bit more than bumps and bruises...and then it ain't pretty no more, lol.

MikeM · 09-22-2006, 11:03 AM

you'll get bored on a 250 in about 20 minutes

get an older 600

KillerS3ven · 09-23-2006, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Taz

if used a older 600.. yzf 600, f4, f3, or somthing like that
if its going to be a new bike zzr600, F4i, ninja 650R, FZ6, or honda 599
for a 500 the Suzuki GS500F- in my opinion the best looking 500 made to date...
http://www.suzukicycles.com/Products...6/Default.aspx

that GS500 is look'n pretty dope!

KillerS3ven · 09-23-2006, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TongWoo

Just so you know...It could prolly be a bit more than bumps and bruises...and then it ain't pretty no more, lol.

LOL rather have a banged up dime than a minty penny

929_uR · 09-24-2006, 04:26 PM

you can buy the bigger bikes...just dont be an idiot.

respect your life and respect your machine, otherwise you'll lose both!

Alpha Chino · 09-24-2006, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 929_uR

you can buy the bigger bikes...just dont be an idiot.

respect your life and respect your machine, otherwise you'll lose both!

+100 probably the best advice ive ever heard on stuntlife

KillerS3ven · 09-25-2006, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 929_uR

you can buy the bigger bikes...just dont be an idiot.

respect your life and respect your machine, otherwise you'll lose both!

Mos def, its all about the enjoyment factor, cant do that dead. Thanx for the advice G

Scott- · 09-25-2006, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 929_uR

you can buy the bigger bikes...just dont be an idiot.

respect your life and respect your machine, otherwise you'll lose both!

+1 JUST DONT RIDE OVER YOUR SKILL LIMIT

boobs · 09-27-2006, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by KillerS3ven

that GS500 is look'n pretty dope!

please dont buy the GS500f.. its aircooled and has less power than my twoshitty ninja.. if u get a 500 buy the ninja500.. its liquid cooled and all together its better, its jsut a lil uglier.. BUT.. if i were u get the yzf600 or maybe an f3.. dont be stupid and keep the rubber side down..

Danger_Dave · 09-28-2006, 03:29 PM

get a modern day 600 dude.
dont waste your money on something like a 500 when you will just get bored of it 6 months down the line. yeah its got some power but just take it easy and get used to it and you'll be ok.

boobs · 09-28-2006, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Danger_Dave

get a modern day 600 dude.
dont waste your money on something like a 500 when you will just get bored of it 6 months down the line. yeah its got some power but just take it easy and get used to it and you'll be ok.

:YEAH

weirdsteve · 09-28-2006, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KillerS3ven

that GS500 is look'n pretty dope!

you don't hear that everyday

JD · 09-28-2006, 07:07 PM

I say get a newer 600 and jus be careful if thas whatcha want.....

My first bike is the one I have now..... 2003 Honda F4i.... I had never rode a motorcycle of any sorts before and had NEVER drove anything with a CLUTCH even before except a 4-wheeler one time.... so if i can do it, anyone can... like it was said, respect your bike and dont ride beyond your abilities....

750 stunna · 09-28-2006, 07:17 PM

Looks Good Man

09-21-2006, 02:54 AM	#1
KillerS3ven Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Peoria, IL, US Age: Bike: None Right Now Gender: Male Posts: 6	Is it petty? Im new to sportbikes and the recommended starter is a 250-500. I am a person who wouldnt go out and buy a ugly car, clothes, furniture etc and i feel those bikes are hideous compared to the 600 class bikes. Do u think it would be worth the bumps and bruises to have beauty?

09-22-2006, 10:03 AM	#3
jcrojas Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Greensboro, NC Age: Bike: 05 636 Gender: Male Posts: 553	Re: Is it petty? I'd recommend F2, F3, or F4 as good beginner bikes depending on your budget of you really want a 600 insead of a 250 or 500. Spend a good bit of cash on a good leather jacket, gloves, helmet, boots, etc. You most likely will drop it, so it's not very smart to get something minty if it's your first bike.

09-22-2006, 10:10 AM	#4
TongWoo I'm Back! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Roanoke, VA Age: Bike: 2007 600RR Gender: Male Posts: 2,406	Re: Is it petty? Just so you know...It could prolly be a bit more than bumps and bruises...and then it ain't pretty no more, lol.

09-22-2006, 11:03 AM	#5
MikeM Free!!!! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: LI, NY and I drive in Australia Age: 31 Bike: 2010 Mack Titan Gender: Male Posts: 57,594	Re: Is it petty? you'll get bored on a 250 in about 20 minutes get an older 600

09-24-2006, 04:26 PM	#8
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09-28-2006, 03:29 PM	#13
Danger_Dave Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: stuntshine state Age: 26 Bike: ff db F4i, Crf88 Gender: Male Posts: 2,340	Re: Is it petty? get a modern day 600 dude. dont waste your money on something like a 500 when you will just get bored of it 6 months down the line. yeah its got some power but just take it easy and get used to it and you'll be ok.

09-28-2006, 07:07 PM	#16
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09-28-2006, 07:17 PM	#17
750 stunna Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: richmond mo Age: 34 Bike: 97 gsxr 750,98 ZX6(sold) Gender: Male Posts: 3,024	Re: Is it petty? Looks Good Man