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1st Bike

Discussion in 'Beginners Bikes' started by Stubbsy, Jul 10, 2015.

  1. Stubbsy

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    right guys I am doing my A license and I am looking for advise on a bike to get, I have had a look around and I like the SV650s, the Honda cbr650f and also the Daytona but I am looking for experienced folk to guide me as I have no clue about maintenance or anything with bikes and which is the best for a first bike. I will be using it to commute from Kent to se London most days.
    Any help would be appreciated :tnx:
     
  2. Pilbs

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    Are you looking at new or used? Does it have to be a specific size style?
     
  3. NAPA121

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    The Sv650 was my first bike and i do recommend it. :tup:
     
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  4. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

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    Honda :D

    It will take years of abuse. Fun to ride quicker than most too :D

    I really like the look of the 650 too. It's on my shopping list

    Fergy is also thing about one :rolleyes: would we get a deal buying three at once :D

    But any bike will be great, most are reliable, fun and plenty quick enough :thumbsup:
     
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  5. Roadwart

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    SV650 are popular as a first bike but I`ve never owned one so can`t comment other than you will need a restrictor for it to be A2 compliant.

    A2bikes.co.uk is a database of all A2 compliant bikes & also shows you bikes that can be made A2 compliant with the correct restrictor kit.
     
  6. hoppielimp

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    If a Daytona is on the cards, I think you should also look at an F3, because they look $%*@ing hot.

    Also it depends what money you are looking to spend...Agusta's aren't cheap.
     
  7. Russell

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    Second on the SV650, this was my first bike and it was great :)
     
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  8. Stubbsy

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    I would rather get used for my 1st bike as if I bash it or drop it which I'm not planning on obviously then I won't be as upset,
     
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  9. Stubbsy

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    I am doing full licence so won't need a restrictor on it I can get on and gooooooo lol :disco:
     
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  10. Stubbsy

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    Thanks for all your input guys I do like the Sv and will prob end up with one of those, the next question is what do I need to look out for when buying a bike I'm fine with car shopping but bike shopping I have no clue.... More pointers please :hlp:
     
  11. Russell

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    Very similar to buying a car to be honest but expect lower mileages
     
  12. MaDProFF

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    There are many great bikes now days it is a Tough call :(
     
  13. Roadwart

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    I realised that after I typed that reply up. Editted it but forgot to hit save :doh:
     
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  14. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

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    less seats, no aircon etc

    it's all about love at first site on newer bikes :thumbsup: see it like it buy it :D
     
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  15. Lightweight

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    Why a 650 particularly?
    I had a Kawasaki ER6-F as my first, really nice bike - but I swapped it after 3 weeks for a Triumph Tiger 800 for a bit more leg room as I was planning on doing some big mileage, never regretted it
    [​IMG]
     
  16. MaDProFF

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    Yes Tom We know your policy after a few beers when you get home on Ebay :p
     
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  17. Tony

    Tony Moderator Staff Member Moderator +

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    Ride magazine for August has a new rider pull out section... Might be worth a look
     
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  18. Pilbs

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    Test ride as many bikes as you can - will give you an idea on seat height, ride comfort, etc...

    I rode or sat on quite a few before getting my VFR - found out that having stumpy little legs isn't good for a lot of bikes as I ended up looking like kermit sat on a wall with my my legs swinging!!!!
     
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  19. fzr-paul

    fzr-paul Race Rep +

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    Ah balls, go for it - FIREBLADE :Whoo3:!!
     
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  20. RatPC

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    I went for a 955cc Triumph! :D well if i was going to do it, might as well do it properly! :D
     

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