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Originally Posted by ghoastgirl1
Haven't checked this in a while. Still want that Buell...of course the summer passed and my job stuff messed up my savings spree.
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Bikes are also usually cheaper in the winter time... Prices will go up in spring time...
As far as LED lighting goes, it is great in the dark, however I strongly believe they don't show up nearly as well in daylight.
Another thing to consider with the buell vs the ninja, is if you drop the ninja it will probably cost more with all the ferrings (sp?). The buell should have a more upright riding position more like a cruiser, which will be more comfortable to ride.
I don't think you should worry about the engine size of the buell, it really isn't that much, and after all, the bike will not go any faster then you turn the throttle, no matter what size the engine is. That said I definitely wouldn't recommend an r1 or similair as a first bike either. A "middle weight" cruiser (between 650 and 800cc) would probably be fine too, however the bike would likely be heavier to pick up if you did need to.
I would say don't be worried about the bike being more capable then you, be more worried about you riding past where you are capable (don't try to drag your knees around corners). As long as you ride safely and within your own (and the bikes) abilities you should be ok. Keep an eye out for those who aren't keeping their eye out for you, it doesn't matter what you are on, I had someone pull out in front of me and stop at the last minute while I was in my Peterbilt, lucky for THEM I was paying attention and able to get around behind them (just barely). Never assume someone see's you. Wear your gear, ride safe, have fun.
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Originally Posted by Plaid13
Thats the kinda things that gets people killed on those sport bikes more then the big cruzers.
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It's also the kinda thing that raises everyone's insurance rates.
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Originally Posted by Skutch
Someone remarked to me today at a Harley dealership that there's never been an American-made dirtbike, ever. What a thing to hear. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha. One relatively tiny island in the Pacific Ocean has sold millions upon millions of dirtbikes around the world while the US and Britain haven't made or sold a single one. Right now in America there are untold numbers of people in urban and rural areas riding and racing Japanese dirtbikes and atvs because there is no American Dirtbike. Even Sweden makes dirtbikes.
What is up with that?
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What about this?
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Chinese motorcycles now account for more than 50% of all motorcycles sold in the world and their market share is increasing.
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