New motorcycle!!! Anyone else ride?

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Just picked up a 2009 Suzuki Gladius 650

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Such a fun bike for just $7000! Nice V-Twin rumble, fully adjustable suspension, 60 miles per gallon, etc. Not as fast as a GSXR 600, just will hold its own against most street bikes.

Best part? It's a CHICK MAGNET. I've had it about a week, and already gave about 4 good looking gals rides on it. :car:

Anyone else ride the iron horse?
 
Really? I love the naked bike/Euro style.
 
Yeah, I like the naked look but the front end looks like a scooter. Then again, I'm not a chick. Tool it man!! double lights up front would put a mean look on it. I like streetfighter wrench work......and rat bikes
 
yeah that's an interesting front end...a bit more 'integrated' than the normal streetfighter look.

I ride a Ninja EX500. in-line twin that has plenty of low end torque and enough top end for hiway miles.

i figure in 8 years when i turn 40, I'll sell it and get a cruiser style bike that's slightly more comfortable.

Ride safe man...always ride in full gear and don't skimp on the jacket or gloves. I've used for several purchases.
 
malkore said:
yeah that's an interesting front end...a bit more 'integrated' than the normal streetfighter look.

I ride a Ninja EX500. in-line twin that has plenty of low end torque and enough top end for hiway miles.

i figure in 8 years when i turn 40, I'll sell it and get a cruiser style bike that's slightly more comfortable.

Ride safe man...always ride in full gear and don't skimp on the jacket or gloves. I've used for several purchases.
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I rode a Ninja for years :)

Fun bike...... but murder on your back! :D
 
yeah the 250R is the ultimate commuter sport bike. 75mpg but rips 0-45mph in 5 feet lol.

not so hot at freeway speeds. lots of aftermarket bits for the 500R and older 600 models will fit it too.

I have Sarachu pipes on my 500. google em. they are dual racing pipes, unbaffled and loud as ****.
 
LeiYunFat said:
What is a good starter bike for someone?
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Whenever people tell you "get a 600" it's all bull$hit. A 600 nowadays has the same HP as a 1000cc 10 years ago. And 10 years ago, you'de never hear somebody say "start out on a liter bike". Even the classic over used statement "SV650 is a good starter with enough HP and TQ to keep you satisfied for a while." Is ridiculous. If anything, a Twin is just as dangerous as a liter bike because of the low end.

They're going on the premise that you're a retard and don't know your own limits, or based on the fact that they themselves are effin stupid. You can get into just as much trouble on a Vespa as you can on a "Ninja". Granted it's a little easier on the "Ninja", but I'm also going on the premise that you're not a total idiot and know when to say "when".

Get the bike you want the 1st time. Know your limits, and you'll be fine.
 
I started on the street with a 450 standard at age 16, I'm heavy, a 250 would have work too but I had some dirt riding beforehand.

There are cruisers (western horseback, feet forward), standards (like a chair) and sports (English, legs and feet tucked up tight).
 
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oicdn said:
Whenever people tell you "get a 600" it's all bull$hit. A 600 nowadays has the same HP as a 1000cc 10 years ago. And 10 years ago, you'de never hear somebody say "start out on a liter bike". Even the classic over used statement "SV650 is a good starter with enough HP and TQ to keep you satisfied for a while." Is ridiculous. If anything, a Twin is just as dangerous as a liter bike because of the low end.

They're going on the premise that you're a retard and don't know your own limits, or based on the fact that they themselves are effin stupid. You can get into just as much trouble on a Vespa as you can on a "Ninja". Granted it's a little easier on the "Ninja", but I'm also going on the premise that you're not a total idiot and know when to say "when".

Get the bike you want the 1st time. Know your limits, and you'll be fine.
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I don't agree, it's easy to get stupid on a big bike. Most sales people want you to buy the big bike, more money for them.

A friend of mines husband had her (120lbs 33yr old) buy a Ducati 600 monster, and she had never ridden. Was he trying to kill her? She had an accident and broke her back, had the medflight and all. Luckily she is okay now but will never get on a bike again. She had poped the clutch and held on, a smaller bike (250) I think it would have been another story that day.

In the Uk I believe they have degrees of licensing. You can only be licensed for the small bikes until you are experienced enough to upgrade your license to get a bigger one. I like the idea.
 
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I’d also suggest not buying a new bike to start with. People may disagree but I feel everyone will dump their bike at some point. It may just be a lay down as you are getting off the thing. I just suggest not getting hung up on how pretty it is.


lol, but that is just me I can be a bit rough with my toys. I am a little clumsy.
 
LeiYunFat said:
What is a good starter bike for someone?
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Something you feel comfortable with and feel you can handle. I started with a 250 Ninja and it was perfect for me.

I think if you know enough about bikes to fix them, or are interested in "tinkering" with the bike a used one is ok...however, I'd be *really* sure that you take someone who is *really* knowledgeable about bikes with you to buy one and make sure that it doesn't have issues. Bikes aren't like cars, you don't want to have a bike that you have to constantly fix.

I prefer to buy new, but I'm older and don't want to have to tinker with it.As for dumping the bike...that's what insurance is for :)
 
I'm a big ****y when it comes to speed anyway, I think a 250 sounds like a good fit. The ****tier the bike looks the better-- I don't want to get into a race with someone because of the big, pretty target.
 
JohnnySolo said:
Lego, the front end has grown on me. Looks great!
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Thanks man! :party:

NoLoveLost said:
Something you feel comfortable with and feel you can handle. I started with a 250 Ninja and it was perfect for me.

I think if you know enough about bikes to fix them, or are interested in "tinkering" with the bike a used one is ok...however, I'd be *really* sure that you take someone who is *really* knowledgeable about bikes with you to buy one and make sure that it doesn't have issues. Bikes aren't like cars, you don't want to have a bike that you have to constantly fix.

I prefer to buy new, but I'm older and don't want to have to tinker with it.As for dumping the bike...that's what insurance is for :)
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I learned on a Suzuki DR200SE.
In my eyes it was perfect for learning.

200cc pushrod engine. Smooth power band. Easy to work on. 105 miles per gallon. The bike only weighed 250 lbs...So even when it was layed over, it was easy to pickup. Suzuki also shares that model line with about 4 other bikes...so parts for it are CHEAP. It's a dual sport enduro, so you can drive it around town or take it off road and kick up some mud.

You guys are ABSOLUTELY right about a 650 not being a beginners bike. I've been riding for YEARS and the torque curve of those V Twins can still scare the bejesus out of me.
 
JohnnySolo said:
I love dual sports as well. That Vstrom NLL was talking about is cool. My brother in-law has one.
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I love duel sport, like the way they look, but never feel comfortable on them.....in the end I'm a cafe racer kinda gal....lol
 
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