LOL I just now read this. So funny. I threatned my parents with that if they wouldn't support me enough on my allowance lol. Apparently they are horrified with the idea of me selling plasma! My mom said something about "you might as well sell your organs if you're saving your plasma money for a motorcycle!" something to that extent. ;):crazy:
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Eventually I will have mine! I'll do my best not to total it though :)

I went the cruiser route with my first bike. I am a big guy and went for a 1500CC Vulcan Classic. I love it, it has plent of get up ang go so I can get out of the way IF I need to. And I put a set of V&H pipes on it so people can hear me coming

Did you get it with the monoshock and 75mm Kehein carb? I hear those are hot nowadays, what kinda vh pipes did you go with, my cousin just put a set of bigshots on his mean streak, he loves them. Any pics yet?

No on both, I put the Classic II pipes on it, man they sound good, no pics yet but very soon

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. :thumbsup:
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It's also the kinda thing that raises everyone's insurance rates.:thumbsup::thumbsup:
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What about this?

Eventually....James is sitting there mocking me about getting a bike of his own since he can afford it...also since he no longer has ANY wheels since his rollover. Although with his accident history now maybe not :P.

I've pretty much decided to ride like I'm invisible as so many people are oblivious when they drive nowadays...texting while driving etc. I've stopped thinking about statistics.

I was riding in the back of my sisters car on the highway, and some tool on a harley touring bike pulled up along side making as much noise as possible... I believe he didn't se me in the back, only my sister and cousin in the front and was trying to impress the womenly folk.... and he takes both hands off the handle bars (not really complicated if you have cruise control), and lays back on the seat with his arms crossed, then pulls out his cell and is texting and fillding with it, no hands on the bars for probably a couple minutes.... Later he quickly exits the freeway from the left lane, cutting accross 3, without signalling at the very last minute... This is a guy who is going to soon be a greasy spot on the road, and it is hard to feel bad for him.

ghoastgirl, this is a good article for you I think...

Thinking of starting on a 600cc bike? Part 1

Excellent Article! I think it's kind of a blessing not having the finance at the current time for a bike just because it gives me even more time to think about it etc.

this thread and all of the posted wisdom is wonderful :)



i was really digging the blast but the writer of this article says his knees hit the handlebars and he is a good handful shorter than me :no: as much as i look around, it seems i might be destined to a big dual sport! i have not sat on any yet, just in the google phrase till the money rolls my way.

Dual sport bikes are very fun and easy to ride. Most are 4 strokes with mild powerbands and upright riding positions. The only dual sport I would think twice about for a beginner is the Honda XR650R. It is supposed to be wickedly fast.

Despite the name, the Ducati Monster 696 is a good streetbike choice for beginners.

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/e..._01_1024x7.jpg

I wouldn't put ANY beginner on ANY ducati, if they got the wallet though it's their call but as a beginner don't expect to be able to keep it as nice as when you bought it.

i'm scared to look up the price of that

The Buell is $4800, while the Ducati is $9000.

I recently had a chance to rent a Honda Goldwing in Las Vegas. While not a beginner bike, I found the big Honda to be fun and easy to ride. I'd never ridden a bike with a windscreen, it was a revelation. Riding around the mountains surrounding Vegas with a windscreen and a radio made up for all the losing we did at the casinos.

I originally reserved a Honda ST1300 but they didn't have one available, so we went with the Goldwing. V6 engine, shaft drive. Not terribly fast, but smooth and very comfortable. I liked having so much luggage space to put all our stuff in.

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/e...tch77/IMG6.jpg

for sure try ebay and tcbroschoopers offers a bit of xs650 stuff .good luck with your new bike this should have a section for all of the project bikes poppin up here, that would be sweet,

http://www.buell.com/en_us/

Buell's doors are now closed. I mostly blame Harley for the poor sales of Buells. They treated the company like a red headed step child when it came to marketing, sales and services. there are a few good dealerships but most didn't know a damn thing when it came to Buells.

The good news anyone in the market for a new bike might check out Buell. There's rumors of some brand new 08's-09's going for 4-6k out the door. Also the 2 year warranty will still be covered by HD.

Sad day for me as I've owned too. Also it sucks that Buell finally made a racebike that won first in the AMA and now they are finished.