Will I outgrow a 300cc too soon?
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JP0160
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Is this not you? So everything you said in this thread was a lie and you're a seasoned pro? lol...Don't believe everything you read on the internet
http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum/showthread.php?195124-My-first-ridng-season-couple-questions
First year, 0 road experience, no license, never ridden a road bike before..... PrivatePilot has got you there bub. And after reading your intro thread, I will take what you say with a (very small) grain of salt.
Ridin2TheGym
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I started on a 250 last july and i still have it. I put on 10k through town + highway. Ive done a lot of high way riding with my 250. The only time i felt like i was gonna get blown off my bike was that really windy day in september while crossing the bridge to niagara.
Do i want to upgrade to a 600? Yes i do
But i wont because a 250 is still a lot of fun in the twisties and im not ready to fork over 3k+ for insurance as im only 23
Do i want to upgrade to a 600? Yes i do
But i wont because a 250 is still a lot of fun in the twisties and im not ready to fork over 3k+ for insurance as im only 23
If I find that I'm riding solo more, I might swap the 650 for a 300.
When I was new, I used to think that little bikes were underpowered, that is, until I had someone with 20 years experience ride mine.
For highway, I like my 650 or even a 750 over a 600 if I were going a long distance.
But then again, I find highway riding boring, I'd rather be doing twisties with an 80 limit.
I had an 1100 at one point, and you didn't really need to shift it out of second gear.
When I was new, I used to think that little bikes were underpowered, that is, until I had someone with 20 years experience ride mine.
For highway, I like my 650 or even a 750 over a 600 if I were going a long distance.
But then again, I find highway riding boring, I'd rather be doing twisties with an 80 limit.
I had an 1100 at one point, and you didn't really need to shift it out of second gear.
FlightTeam6er
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Is this not you? So everything you said in this thread was a lie and you're a seasoned pro? lol...
http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum/showthread.php?195124-My-first-ridng-season-couple-questions
First year, 0 road experience, no license, never ridden a road bike before..... PrivatePilot has got you there bub. And after reading your intro thread, I will take what you say with a (very small) grain of salt.
No I've got around 10,000km's of riding time on the street. Like I said my licence expired. An those miles were racked up on a Ninja 300, Yamaha R3 a 2007 zx6r, CBR600RR, XR650 and thousands of miles in the dirt.
Yeah I'm not a noob.
Well now, there seems to be some major discrepancy here between story A, and story B. So what is it? Or are we all to believe that the initial story was just a big charade? And if so, serving what purpose?
JP0160
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Do I sense a popcorn moment approaching?Well now, there seems to be some major discrepancy here between story A, and story B. So what is it? Or are we all to believe that the initial story was just a big charade? And if so, serving what purpose?
FlightTeam6er
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Nope. I like bike, bike like me.
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There's a couple of noob trolls here that I wish were just ****ing banned. Jesus.
OP, you may very well become bored of the 300. While a bike of that calibre and power would otherwise make an absolutely fine commuter capable of running in amongst 401 traffic, you may grow tired of muted rates of acceleration at highway speeds and not having a great deal of power in reserve. While lightweight, small-displacement bikes would kick *** on Mulholland Drive and squirting through downtown traffic, around these parts where highways are mile after mile of straight-line drudgery, they become high-RPM buzz-bombs leaving you feeling sympathy for the reciprocating equipment, tingly and fatigued by the time you get where you're going.
If your commute is long I suggest considering something with more displacement, torque and taller gearing for a more relaxed ride. If your commute is moderate or short, the 300 would be fine.
My first bike was a CBR500R; consider something like that. It's eminently capable on the highway, heavy enough to feel sturdy under you but not heavy enough to feel wallowy in corners. It doesn't get 250 or 300 fuel economy but it still returns 60+mpg when ridden "normally." In other countries, like Australia, it's "LAMS"-approved meaning it's recommended for new riders in those locales. You may even find that the insurance is affordable, plus it comes in three flavors (R, F and X).
A 300 would function fine as a longer-distance commuter but, IMO, it's not the bike's forte (or the class, for that matter...)
OP, you may very well become bored of the 300. While a bike of that calibre and power would otherwise make an absolutely fine commuter capable of running in amongst 401 traffic, you may grow tired of muted rates of acceleration at highway speeds and not having a great deal of power in reserve. While lightweight, small-displacement bikes would kick *** on Mulholland Drive and squirting through downtown traffic, around these parts where highways are mile after mile of straight-line drudgery, they become high-RPM buzz-bombs leaving you feeling sympathy for the reciprocating equipment, tingly and fatigued by the time you get where you're going.
If your commute is long I suggest considering something with more displacement, torque and taller gearing for a more relaxed ride. If your commute is moderate or short, the 300 would be fine.
My first bike was a CBR500R; consider something like that. It's eminently capable on the highway, heavy enough to feel sturdy under you but not heavy enough to feel wallowy in corners. It doesn't get 250 or 300 fuel economy but it still returns 60+mpg when ridden "normally." In other countries, like Australia, it's "LAMS"-approved meaning it's recommended for new riders in those locales. You may even find that the insurance is affordable, plus it comes in three flavors (R, F and X).
A 300 would function fine as a longer-distance commuter but, IMO, it's not the bike's forte (or the class, for that matter...)
Do you need an answer right this minute? I'm kinda busy putting out fires all over the place.
Nah, didn't know you were in the fire dept. guy in a beat up pick up pulls up beside me on my 250. "Savin' up for a real bike!", says he. "Savin' up for a real truck!", says I quickly, as I give 'er. Was it you?
The first time, you'll feel like you're going to get blown over on any bike.
I started on a 500 then a 675 triple and now looking again for a 250. Small bikes are fun!! You'll accelerate quicker than %98 of cars up to 140km/h.
The way insurance rates are going, I'd imagine you'd have a harder time selling a 600 later down the road.
Coulda been. I usually say that to Harley pirates, but I'll check my records.
DECIMIS
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I wasn't going to participate in this thread becuase it was going so well, but has turned into a **** show so will give my opinion.
I have a ninja 300, been riding it two full seasons. Done a few +400 km days on it, and done lots of highway miles. I've seen the speedo hit 170km/h (it exagerates a bit). It's a great bike and fun to ride. Knifes through corners.
I am considering selling it, only to get a different style bike. I may keep it though, because I've really grown to respect it. You won't outgrow it, your ego might - someone else said that, and I think thats a great line.
I'm 6' FWIW.
Off to get me some popcorn...
I have a ninja 300, been riding it two full seasons. Done a few +400 km days on it, and done lots of highway miles. I've seen the speedo hit 170km/h (it exagerates a bit). It's a great bike and fun to ride. Knifes through corners.
I am considering selling it, only to get a different style bike. I may keep it though, because I've really grown to respect it. You won't outgrow it, your ego might - someone else said that, and I think thats a great line.
I'm 6' FWIW.
Off to get me some popcorn...
BulletPROZ
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i suggest buying a DRZ400SM, 400cc and super cheap on insurance. and you will never get bored.
DoubleJ
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Been running a 250 Ninja/ZZR for fifteen years, haven't found its true potential yet! God knows I have tried. Totally capable of highway riding if so inclined but that is truely boring, back roads and twists for me and it can crack a ton when need be. Get the 300 and enjoy it for what it is and the lower insurance rates.
