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By *anus7 OP Man 31 weeks ago
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OK- based on your experience, or that of your biking buddies,what's the ideal first bike for a novice,after passing your test ?
Note: I'm not a young newbie, having ridden bikes in my early 20s,but never got round to taking my test..(pssst - don't tell Mr Plod ) |
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Probably depends what kind of bike you fancy? Sporty, retro, cruiser?
And how sensible you think you’ll be, it will only go as fast as you make it after all.
I’ve known people jump straight onto big engined bikes, but there’s such a difference in performance depending on the type of bike too. A triumph 1200 twin will have nowhere near the power of a 1000cc Fireblade.
My personal recommendation would be something around 600cc, and probably go 2nd hand as you’ll be less worried about scratching/dropping it. Which is more likely when you first start.
I currently have a 2012 SV650 and I’d definitely rate them as an easy to ride bike that you can pick up for a decent price. Even the newest versions of them are pretty reasonable now |
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Buy whatever you fancy-if you dont like it you wont enjoy it but just use your savvy when riding it. I bought a new ZX6R and 20 and just respected it had more power than I knew how to use. Had it 8 years and loved it. If you can do any of the advanced rider training go for it also-I done one of the rapid courses and plan another next year. |
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By *anus7 OP Man 30 weeks ago
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"Probably depends what kind of bike you fancy? Sporty, retro, cruiser?
And how sensible you think you’ll be, it will only go as fast as you make it after all.
I’ve known people jump straight onto big engined bikes, but there’s such a difference in performance depending on the type of bike too. A triumph 1200 twin will have nowhere near the power of a 1000cc Fireblade.
My personal recommendation would be something around 600cc, and probably go 2nd hand as you’ll be less worried about scratching/dropping it. Which is more likely when you first start.
I currently have a 2012 SV650 and I’d definitely rate them as an easy to ride bike that you can pick up for a decent price. Even the newest versions of them are pretty reasonable now"
Hey! Thanks for the helpful advice!
A close friend is restoring an old rare Yamaha,and I'm wanting to be able to ride with him,once the bike is finished.. |
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By *anus7 OP Man 30 weeks ago
Chester |
"Buy whatever you fancy-if you dont like it you wont enjoy it but just use your savvy when riding it. I bought a new ZX6R and 20 and just respected it had more power than I knew how to use. Had it 8 years and loved it. If you can do any of the advanced rider training go for it also-I done one of the rapid courses and plan another next year. "
That's really kind of you to say so.
I know that my reactions aren't as quick as they were when I last rode,so additional approved training is a must.
Pity that I can't fit into my very battered old TT leather jacket..  |
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Think the usual choice is the yamaha mt07.. I loved mine, engine is a bit of a hooligan and sounds pretty good with a decent exhaust. Plenty of torque and quick enough.
They are just not that exciting to look at (although most bikes in that class aren't)
But depends on what you like. A bike is only as fast or slow as you make it go  |
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Yes, like some have already mentioned ' it depends what you like' sports etc and if you want new? VFR800 are a nice bike,sports tourer so can still be fun on the bendy bits, iv had a couple over the years then got a CBR1100 Super Blackbird,beautiful bike and goes like a rocket and comfy. I currently have a BMW r1200rt SE, could ride to the moon and back in a oner.
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After my twist and go test I got on a 125 yamaha and within a year I took my big test. I went out and bought a 600 kawasaki immediatly. I'm certain I'd have written off anything bigger, I hit plenty of bends reciting 'the engine will keep it balanced, look where you want to go' in my head 😂 |
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By *dh91Man 29 weeks ago
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My first bike was a CBR 600f, I loved it. Stopped riding for quite a while and just bought a Z750 6 months ago. Can really recommend the z750. In the low rev range its tame as anything, but get it revving above 6 or 7 thousand rpm and its a different beast! |
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I came back to biking after the kids grew up as I was a total hooligan.
I started on an old GS550e back in the 90s. It was an old bike then.
I moved onto faster bikes and into the Streetfighter scene and ended up with a tricked up bandit 12 with a turbo and also a few supermotards for years after.
That's when I realised that being on the back wheel or doing stopping was kinda daft since I had ned responsibilities.
Hence taking a break.
I then cam back to it and decided on big v-twin cruisers.
Throwing around a VN1600 Nomad with 16" ape hangers gave me a new respect and perspective of what the modern roads have to offer.
Im now back on the hooligan bikes with a KTM690 Duke but don't ride like a twat so much now.
My advice is get what you feel comfortable on.
Power on any modern bike is easily handle'able, as long as you respect and take time to get used to it and understand the road conditions.
My mate (also a fab'd) has been away from bikes too for about 5 years. His last bike was a Fazer 7 and he's just jumped straight back onto an MT09sp. Hes taking his time and loves it!
Its not the bike but the rider! |
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By (user no longer on site) 29 weeks ago
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"OK- based on your experience, or that of your biking buddies,what's the ideal first bike for a novice,after passing your test ?
Note: I'm not a young newbie, having ridden bikes in my early 20s,but never got round to taking my test..(pssst - don't tell Mr Plod )"
There are a lot of good middle weight suggestions here, I’ll throw in the CB650r for a new or recently second hand bike. They are great bikes and will enough scope to scare yourself for the first year of riding. |
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By *ddie1966Man 26 weeks ago
Paper Town Central, Essex. |
First bgi(ish) bike was a Moto Guzzi V50 (500cc). Rode it for 3 years at college. Lazy and reliable. A real work horse.
After passing my test I went for a big single. BMW F650 Funduro. Fun cruiser enduro type. Again, stupidly reliable and another workhorse. So good I've had two of them.
I now ride a Triumh Sprint ST1050.
Soo much fun and probably the best Sports Tourer ever made. Great top end, great torque, great riding position holds its own on twisties and 500 miles in a day is no problem. Oh, and because its a triple, great exhaust note too.
I would highly recommend one and superb value for money. |
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By (user no longer on site) 25 weeks ago
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My first bike is a bmw k1300s. I went on he principle of go big or go home. It was a steep learning curve from a 125 to 1300 and first couple rides i was scared a fuck of the bike. It's all in your right hand.... |
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By *innsMan 25 weeks ago
Swansea |
Love my 1994 vfr 750 but hard to get fairings for if you scratch them so I am fitting 98 vfr 800 fairing on currently but for a first bike I would not recomend the vfr they are amazing dont get me wrong but I would go with an sv for first one and an old naked model if you can. If you dont have full licence get a cg125 second hand grat little run about and would buy one again for commuting |
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"First bike yamaha yz50 and the day after I passed my direct access I part exed my cbr 125 for my first of 4 yamaha r1s a 99 model then a 04 then a 10 and finally a 15 plate "
Soon be ready for a real bike  |
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So the top four out of the ones most folk I know have gone for, partly to do with costs, risks and maintenance
Fazer 600
Sv 650
Bandit 600
Cbr 600
Older models from around 2000 up to 2010
Once your confident something newer and or bigger
If money ain’t an option then go for whatever feels comfortable check out lots of different styles I. The dealerships |
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Cbr 600 , Mt07 , R7 , and the ninja 650 etc all decent first full bike that will make the next step up less daunting , I’ve ridden for 30 plus years and prefer the big 1000cc bikes but don’t rid it any faster than I would on a 600 ..
depends on your budget also but things like the enfields and cf moto are bloody good value |
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great choice x