Second bike suggestions?

Tmall · 07-13-2009, 04:00 PM

Shit. Even I forgot about the learning her to ride..

How about this, what's a good beginner bike I can teach her on, ride to work, and cart her around on if she decides its not for her?

Rider · 07-13-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Tmall

Shit. Even I forgot about the learning her to ride..

How about this, what's a good beginner bike I can teach her on, ride to work, and cart her around on if she decides its not for her?

The Kawi Z750 is a great bike to learn on. The power is very tractable. Peak torque is at a relatively low RPM (about 6800) so you don't need to wind the engine up to get it to go. It has enough power on top to have fun on it though.
They are heavier than a 600SS but the HP is about the same approx 110HP and torque is around 55ftlbs. A slip-on, air filter, and PCIII help tremendously with power on top.

shmike · 07-13-2009, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Tmall

Shit. Even I forgot about the learning her to ride..

How about this, what's a good beginner bike I can teach her on, ride to work, and cart her around on if she decides its not for her?

I still like the Triumph Bonnie.

Yamaha Virago or V-Star (or similar from another brand).

Harley Sportster

GS500

CB750 (flame suit for the OMGurgonnadieitsover250cc! crowd)

Particle Man · 07-13-2009, 04:21 PM

Why not pick up a used Honda 599 or something? They're pretty comfortable and fairly peppy.

marko138 · 07-13-2009, 04:27 PM

If I had the cash and storage for a 2nd bike it'd be cruiser all day. Probly a 1200 Sportster.

fnfalman · 07-13-2009, 04:31 PM

SV650. End of story.

To all those who recommend BMW GS and KTM Adventures, which part of "cheap" do you not understand?

shmike · 07-13-2009, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by fnfalman

SV650. End of story.

I didn't recommend the SV because he already has an unreliable v-twin with an uncomfortable seat.

Why would he want another?

Particle Man · 07-13-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by shmike

I didn't recommend the SV because he already has an unreliable v-twin with an uncomfortable seat.

Why would he want another?

really? I have yet to have issues with the motor in my "S" model and the gel seat I got for it was relatively inexpensive and is pretty comfortable. The naked model has a decent riding position and the passenger position ain't all that bad according to anyone who's ever ridden on the back of mine, even for semi-long (150+ miles) distances.

Where is this information about unreliability coming from?

anthonyk · 07-13-2009, 04:39 PM

Is it primarily a 2-up bike, or do you really want her to learn on it? If you seriously want her to have the best chance of sticking with riding, get something small and used that's gonna suck for 2-up riding. Worst-case, if she decides riding isn't for her, sell it for what you paid, and get something better for 2-up.

If cruisers aren't out of the question, check out the Suzuki S40/Savage. It's a 650 thumper, and only weighs a little more than the 250 cruisers. It's also super-low, which is reassuring for a newbie.

Dave · 07-13-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by fnfalman

SV650. End of story.

To all those who recommend BMW GS and KTM Adventures, which part of "cheap" do you not understand?

i understand those are terrible at 2up with stock suspenders

07-13-2009, 04:21 PM	#4
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	Why not pick up a used Honda 599 or something? They're pretty comfortable and fairly peppy. __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

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fnfalman Europhile Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SoCal Moto: Aprilia RS125, Aprilia SR50 Factory, Aprilia Tuono, BMW Rockster, KTM 990 Adventure Posts: 1,875	SV650. End of story. To all those who recommend BMW GS and KTM Adventures, which part of "cheap" do you not understand? __________________ *Cogito Ergo Vroom - I think therefore I ride*

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Tmall Aspiring Rapper Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Halifax, NS Moto: '12 CB1000R Posts: 3,569	Shit. Even I forgot about the learning her to ride.. How about this, what's a good beginner bike I can teach her on, ride to work, and cart her around on if she decides its not for her?

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anthonyk WERA White Plate Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Austin, TX Moto: '01 Aprilia Falco Posts: 1,041	Is it primarily a 2-up bike, or do you really want her to learn on it? If you seriously want her to have the best chance of sticking with riding, get something small and used that's gonna suck for 2-up riding. Worst-case, if she decides riding isn't for her, sell it for what you paid, and get something better for 2-up. If cruisers aren't out of the question, check out the Suzuki S40/Savage. It's a 650 thumper, and only weighs a little more than the 250 cruisers. It's also super-low, which is reassuring for a newbie.