Joey R
Im looking into buying a dirt bike, but im not so sure on what to get. I'm 19 years old, 146 lbs and have ridden an 85cc dirt bike a couple times. I've been looking at some 125 and 250 2 strokes because they're cheaper and lighter but a part of me is used to a 4 stroke. (I've ridden an 06 LTR 450 for 13+ years) now i want a dirt bike and was looking at 250 4 strokes. I want something that i wont grow out of and the brand im most likely going to go with is KTM. Yeah they're expensive but you get what you pay for right? And KTM parts hardly ever break. (Or so i've been told) I ride in sand dunes, deserts, forests, fields, everywhere. I'd really appreciate it if anyone could give me some advice on what type of dirt bike you think is good for me. Doesn't have to be KTM. Thanks.
I'm 6 ft tall
I've ridden quads for 13+ years
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50cc motor bike at 16 and a few other questions???????????
Amy no's b
so when im sixteen im thinking of getting a moped or motorbike i like motor bikes better as i like the way they look.
what do i need to ride one legally
roughly a price on everything
ideas on good quality bikes
this question is kinda odd but do girls ride motor bikes
what protective gear
and any other relivant information
also how to save for one
thanks for your information.
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Do girls ride? Heck yeah! More on the road every year, all ages, all kinds of girls.
What to ride legally? Depends on your state. Most states require a helmet and a motorcycle endorsement. I took a state-certified motorcycle safety course to get my endorsement. In many states, 50cc or smaller doesn't require the endorsement.
Take the safety course in either case. They put you on a small motorbike (Rebel 250 or similar) in a safe environment for a couple of days. You can do that anytime, no license, all you need is the cash. At 16 there may be some underage restrictions, you may need a parent's permission or something. Doing the safety course is like taking a long test drive with a coach. Well worth it. See if there is a place you can rent a moped for an hour or a day to try it out. How a bike feels to you is every bit as important as looks. You may like riding a moped better than a motorcycle.
Safety: Are you reasonably coordinated? Have you done much bicycle riding? Dirt bikes or mopeds? Do you find it easy to be aware of things happening around you? You don't have to be an athlete, but you should be honest with yourself about your physical abilities, and test the waters first (borrow, rental, safety course).
Mopeds vs motorbikes: Mopeds/scooters are generally safer, slower and have simpler controls. Slow doesn't always mean safe, sometimes you need quick acceleration to navigate safely in traffic. Scooters are also lighter and have lower center of gravity - very little upper body strength needed. If you don't like the retro Vespa look, the newer Hondas, or the Zuma or C3 are interesting. Look at a Honda Ruckus, it's rugged, hip, 50cc's and affordable.
There's more variety as you look at older bikes, and they're cheaper - but don't buy a bike that will be more "project" than "transportation." It's important to get a reliable bike that won't break down on you. If you do buy used, you can still go to dealerships to check out the different models.
Motorcycles: If you're still set on a motorcycle, there's plenty of good advice on websites and discussion boards elsewhere on good first bikes for women. There aren't many motorcycles under 250cc these days, and at 16 you don't want anything bigger. There are different types of motorcycles: cruisers, sport bikes, dual sports.
Cruisers have an upright seating position, lowest seat / low center of gravity (balance point), and are easy to ride: Honda Rebel 250cc is the most popular starter. Yamaha, Kawasaki and Suzuki also make 250 cruisers. Kawasaki makes a 125 cruiser.
Sport bikes have a forward leaning seating position, slightly faster bikes. Kawasaki Ninja 250 is the most popular starter bike. Reliable and built to be forgiving of new riders.
There are also "dual sport" or "motard" bikes, which are basically street-legal dirt bikes or dirt street hybrids. These are generally light and maneuverable, but have a taller seat height, which you probably won't want. Suzuki, Kawasaki, Honda, and Yamaha all have 250cc dual sports. Yamaha makes a 200cc version.
Gear: I wear a full face helmet, boots, gloves and a leather jacket (with protective armor) at all times, and leather pants on longer trips. A good quality brain bucket is a must. You could get by with street boots and any sort of leather jacket tooling around town. Lots of people ride mopeds in sneakers and t-shirts. I'm not one of them. Factor in rain gear and a solid backpack as needed.
Helmet: $150-300+
Safety course: $150-300
Bike: Used, $1000-2500+. New: 2000-3500+
Insurance: Depends on size of bike and your insurer. Get on your family's plan to save $
Jacket, Gloves, Boots: Depends.
How to start saving: The hardest part is making yourself cut down on spending and sock away cash every time you get paid. Do you have a part time job or allowance? Get a summer job lined up, or make a game plan for extra work too.
Get creative about what skills you can use to do odd jobs. What are you good at? If you like to bake, sell homemade cookies or birthday cakes. Crafty? Make cool bracelets and sell them to motorcycle riders. Practical? Help organize home offices.
Like to write? Write a grant proposal for yourself. Like to talk? Chat up your dreams. Why do you want a motorcycle - what you will do if you have one (besides have a social life!). Will you ride it to volunteer at a children's hospital? Will you help you pursue something you're passionate about? Will you face a fear? Visit a relative more often? Meet a big financial goal for the first time? How might improving your social life enrich you as a person? Will it feel empowering? Sell the idea to your parents, to a bank, or to your cookie/bracelet customers. Get them excited about it and they will want to help.
These are just a few options to get you thinking creatively.
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