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Discussion in 'Pull up a chair and sit for a spell' started by shizzler, Nov 18, 2009.

  1. shizzler

    shizzler New Member

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    Hey y'all! Can anyone give me an honest opinion on me getting a CBR 250 Fireblade for my first bike? Any concerns? Pro's/ con's? Really appreciate your help as i'm brand new @ the game & don't wanna buy a dud :)
    shizzler, Nov 18, 2009
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  3. cowboy

    cowboy Moderator Staff Member

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    shizzer , cbr is that a honda ? they make good bikes & if your new to riding try to find a good used bike to start with you will most likey fall a few times & find a good safty course to take That's very importent to stay riding many years , you wont get older by being stupid buying a good used bike wont hurt the wallet much & you can resell to up grade when your ready & depending on your size & weight A 250 is a good start good luck & let us know how it all comes out
    cowboy, Nov 18, 2009
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    shizzler New Member

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    thanks cowboy! been joined for like 40mins & gotta say i'm heaps impressed wit how helpful & nice everyone's been so far :)
    shizzler, Nov 18, 2009
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    cowboy Moderator Staff Member

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    good to here , Most every one here has been around the block a time or two :D
    cowboy, Nov 18, 2009
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  6. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    cowboy is right on........a used bike at first as you will drop it.....we all did!!! hell some us still droppin em!!!!!!!! have fun, stay safe and take a bike safety course.......it is amazing how helpful it will be........
    chucktx, Nov 18, 2009
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  7. FLHTbiker

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    There are a few on E-bay. Dont Know much about them but seem to be a good Starter bike. Let us Know
    FLHTbiker, Nov 18, 2009
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    depending on your size and experience....or how quickly you learn...you may outgrow a 250 pretty fast.....also depends on WHERE....I would not recommend a 250 in San Antonio, as there are times you want enuf engine to get you out of trouble!! 250 is a decent starter size.....I started with a 600...maybe a bit big for a first bike.....but that was a brand new crotch rocket back in 1990...(suprised I survived it!). Good luck!
    AFNurse, Nov 19, 2009
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  9. hotroadking

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    JMO a 250's too small for any street riding of any consequence

    remember that the throttle is your friend too, it will get you out of trouble
    just as much as brakes.

    I'd look for something that fits your size, comfortable, seat height, bars, reach,
    control positions. You can still drive 20 mph on a 200HP bike, it's just not
    as fun!

    Nothing against the 250, but you need to consider how and where you ride...
    hotroadking, Nov 19, 2009
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    Shizzler- ya might want to check out some of the dealers before ya buy - at least twice a year they have demo rides on any model they carry (in hopes you'll buy one) but it is a good way to test drive a wide selection of bikes and then make a desicision.
    There is an old saying that the rider doesn't choose the bike ; but the bike chooses the rider. If you climb on one that feels like your slippin into a old pair of jeans that are comfortable then that bike is meant for you. Size doesn't matter; if the bike feels like it's part of you; then that's the bike for you.
    I know guys who weight 250lbs. that ride 500 hondas and I also know people who don't tip the scales at a 140lbs. who ride full dressers; but they all have said that the ride feels like it's part of them.
    As far as worrying about dropping your bike: don't! - Everybody drops them even the ole codgers who have been ridin since Christ was a kid.
    Here's a couple of pointers for ya!

    1. Buy what you can afford.

    2. Get to a motorcycle safety course and pay attenion to the instructors; most of them speak from personnel experience.

    3. Buy a manual for the year and model of the bike you have - and read them when ya ain't ridin.

    4. Buy the gear to ride. Shorts and flip-flops and no shirt is only askin for trouble.

    5. Practice - practice- practice; but not on the street, find a large empty parking lot and work on slow speed manuvers that is where most "drops" happen. If ya have a few coins left over from yer purchases pick up a copy of the DVD "Ride like a PRO" - The guy that made it puts out a lot of good tips that will help you survive the cagers out on the streets.

    Good luck on finding your ride; Hope this helps a little bit.:)
    sarge7, Nov 19, 2009
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  11. Ashley

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    A CBR 250 Fireblade should be fine for a first bike. I'd go with what Sarge says, take a trip to a few dealers, sit on some bikes. Maybe get a test ride or two and find what feels right for you.

    As everyone is saying, riding and safety course, a manual, riding gear, and don't worry about dropping it, we have all done that, and many of us will do it again.

    I'd add, ride within your skill and confidence range. I know this sounds really obvious but you'd be surprised just how many people jump onto bikes, and come off attempting to ride beyond their skill and capability. A sure fire way to get hurt.
    Ashley, Nov 19, 2009
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  12. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i am not sure a dealer will let you test ride without a m/c endorsement........
    chucktx, Nov 19, 2009
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