Awkward Si
after a year, I've finally saved up $9000 for my first vehicle (and I'm getting another $5000 from my parents)
I've given it a lot of thought, and I've realized that I don't want to blow this money on some ugly, ratty Honda Civic or some other sedan or a truck that I won't be able to pay the gas for-I want a Motorcycle..
and before you shoot me down, I don't want it because I'll look "badass" going down the street way faster then I should or some other stupid reason-I mean I want a cool bike, but that still isn't it. My parents supported the idea after explaning why it made sense...
I just think it makes a lot more sense-I'm mainly going to be using it to get to/from school and for general transportation. School is about to start up and I can get my Motorcycle license by September, as opposed to my driver's license which I would have to wait until april to get and would have to wait until senior year to get a parking space at school..
So what do you think would be a good bike for me? Of course I first checked out the Hayabusa and other sport bikes, but after reading some other Hayabusa related questions on here, I'm guessing I should just completley rule it out.
please help!
I live in Texas and I know I have to have a Learner's Permit and I have to complete a MSF approved MSC and get the certificate before I can apply for my Motorcycle license
and I'm 5'9 and weigh about 150..if it matters...
In Texas, there's a 250cc limit if you're under 16 (15 year olds can hold a Motorcycle license), but there's no restrictions if you're 16 or over
Answer
Reasonable information finally, decent question- you give state and local laws as basis for your wanting motorcycle- at your size a 500cc two cylinder medium size makes sense, you can get a full size sport bike not just a low cruiser like Ninja or Rebel. So start with considering Suzuki Savage/S40- light , simple , can do legal limit if not much more. Yamah Virago V twins- fairly light and narrow, easy to handle. The older Honda, Suzi, 4 cylinders at 500 to 750cc- widely available, workable, still reasonable weight and highway capable. Older 900 Sportster would be close to you capabilities to handle if you like Harley- reasonable price a lot of times, the $4500.00 repurchase/trade in program has helped maintain resale value. As a school bike a lockable tail trunk that can hold books and helmet is good to have, small windshield or fairing desirable - especially if you do some 100 mile rides. Suggest getting a bike a few years old- cost and expendability if dropped, also good learning experience maintaining them. Little 5'3 lady I'm teaching on CM 400 Honda having fun now- she got her legal permit last month and is riding bike to work, has learned to pick up dropped bike by herself..
Reasonable information finally, decent question- you give state and local laws as basis for your wanting motorcycle- at your size a 500cc two cylinder medium size makes sense, you can get a full size sport bike not just a low cruiser like Ninja or Rebel. So start with considering Suzuki Savage/S40- light , simple , can do legal limit if not much more. Yamah Virago V twins- fairly light and narrow, easy to handle. The older Honda, Suzi, 4 cylinders at 500 to 750cc- widely available, workable, still reasonable weight and highway capable. Older 900 Sportster would be close to you capabilities to handle if you like Harley- reasonable price a lot of times, the $4500.00 repurchase/trade in program has helped maintain resale value. As a school bike a lockable tail trunk that can hold books and helmet is good to have, small windshield or fairing desirable - especially if you do some 100 mile rides. Suggest getting a bike a few years old- cost and expendability if dropped, also good learning experience maintaining them. Little 5'3 lady I'm teaching on CM 400 Honda having fun now- she got her legal permit last month and is riding bike to work, has learned to pick up dropped bike by herself..
I have granddaughter 4 months old. Is there a proper, safe, bike helmet for this age?
sequim2005
They live in Florida, so it is biking is all the time. What helmet do you recommend? I am more concerned about safety not price. Cost not a problem. It takes a minute for a tumble and at this age, so vulnerable. Also what type and brand for a almost 5 year old.
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Don't you mean four YEARS old? If not, this would be neglectful on your part. Babies are not meant to ride at four months old. They do not have the correct muscles. Bicycling happens after they learn how to walk. Furthermore, they do not have sufficient motor skills at four months.
About the helmet: you can search for a child's helmet either online or at a bike shop. (Wal-Mart's selection is too limited). Find one for her size or age. It is better to bring a child to get one fit, that way it stays on better, and works better in a crash.
All helmets sold have to meet ANSI II standards, you will see the proof on the packaging. The reason why helmets can cost upward of $300 is because more money buys more vents (serious cyclists like ventilation).
Don't you mean four YEARS old? If not, this would be neglectful on your part. Babies are not meant to ride at four months old. They do not have the correct muscles. Bicycling happens after they learn how to walk. Furthermore, they do not have sufficient motor skills at four months.
About the helmet: you can search for a child's helmet either online or at a bike shop. (Wal-Mart's selection is too limited). Find one for her size or age. It is better to bring a child to get one fit, that way it stays on better, and works better in a crash.
All helmets sold have to meet ANSI II standards, you will see the proof on the packaging. The reason why helmets can cost upward of $300 is because more money buys more vents (serious cyclists like ventilation).
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