Motorcycle Safety Course.

itsbob

I bowl overhand
Ok ladies (who ride)

What kind of bike do you have? Likes/dislikes

I know alot of you said you liked driving the bigger bike better not to even buy a smaller bike first.

How big are we talking?

I am currently looking at a 2001 Honda Shadow 650, is that a good first time bike?? not to small, not to big??

650 Shadow sounds perfect size wise.

You don't NEED a huge bike, and know of a few women that were talked into getting the biggest cruiser they could get, only to be unsatisfied, and not ride as often as they would like because they were uncomfortable.

Go out and test ride bikes. Don't let anyone talk you into what to get and what not to get. When you find the perfect bike (whether it be a Honda, Yamaha or whatever) you'll know in a second as your bike will almost feel like it's part of you.
 
Ok ladies (who ride)

What kind of bike do you have? Likes/dislikes

I know alot of you said you liked driving the bigger bike better not to even buy a smaller bike first.

How big are we talking?

I am currently looking at a 2001 Honda Shadow 650, is that a good first time bike?? not to small, not to big??

If you want to try a 650 Yamaha V star, very low seat, cruiser style, I have one you could try. That would give you the idea of the kind of power, feel, etc. The Shadow is a nice bike, too.
 

sanchezf

Little ol' Me
If you want to try a 650 Yamaha V star, very low seat, cruiser style, I have one you could try. That would give you the idea of the kind of power, feel, etc. The Shadow is a nice bike, too.
Is this what you currently ride? Is it very similar to the Shadow.

When looking for a bike is it standard to test drive them? Do owners usually let you do this?

I may take you up on this offer?
 
Is this what you currently ride? Is it very similar to the Shadow.

When looking for a bike is it standard to test drive them? Do owners usually let you do this?

I may take you up on this offer?

No, I have an 1100, you could try that too after I see how you ride the 650. :lol:
 

ShyGirl

Active Member
Ok ladies (who ride)

What kind of bike do you have? Likes/dislikes

I know alot of you said you liked driving the bigger bike better not to even buy a smaller bike first.

How big are we talking?

I am currently looking at a 2001 Honda Shadow 650, is that a good first time bike?? not to small, not to big??


Hearty Congratulations! I am so happy for you and know that you must be tickled pink with your accomplishment!

A Honda Shadow 650 is a good first time bike. I wasn't quite tall enough to feel comfortable on mine and fell a lot. Switched it for a Kawasaki Ninja 250 which was lower to the ground, lighter, more nimble and more forgiving for a beginner. Have been loving it ever since!
 

ShyGirl

Active Member
When you find the perfect bike (whether it be a Honda, Yamaha or whatever) you'll know in a second as your bike will almost feel like it's part of you.

:yay: That's right! I was thinking about upgrading the Ninja, but after I went to a bike show and tried a couple on for size, I decided that I was perfectly happy with it. I don't need more power or a bigger engine.
 
When looking for a bike is it standard to test drive them? Do owners usually let you do this?

I would never buy a bike without riding it first. Even a short ride tells you alot, the condition of the motor, the wear on the suspension, etc...

Anyone selling a bike that won't let you ride it is probably hiding something.
 

sanchezf

Little ol' Me
I would never buy a bike without riding it first. Even a short ride tells you alot, the condition of the motor, the wear on the suspension, etc...

Anyone selling a bike that won't let you ride it is probably hiding something.
Thank you, so not only should ride it for my comfort and like but I should also have my husband (experienced rider) ride it for problems etc??

Thank you
 
Thank you, so not only should ride it for my comfort and like but I should also have my husband (experienced rider) ride it for problems etc??

Thank you

If he's mechanically inclined, yes. Otherwise, you should be able to have a good bike mechanic give it the once-over, just like you were buying a used car.
 

sanchezf

Little ol' Me
Hearty Congratulations! I am so happy for you and know that you must be tickled pink with your accomplishment!

A Honda Shadow 650 is a good first time bike. I wasn't quite tall enough to feel comfortable on mine and fell a lot. Switched it for a Kawasaki Ninja 250 which was lower to the ground, lighter, more nimble and more forgiving for a beginner. Have been loving it ever since!

Thanks Shygirl I am over excited. I cant wait to find my "OWN" bike..
 

racerwoody

New Member
I'll toss another recommendation for the shadow....I have the 1100 and I think the 600 would be a GREAT starter bike. The Shadow handles great and easily, and I've ridden with a 600 and it did Just fine. Any time you'd like to go ridin, let me know I never need much excuse.....:D Congrats on passing the course, even after all my years on the road, I still wouldn't mind taking it.
 

sanchezf

Little ol' Me
Well I finally bought the Honda Shadow 600 2 Saturdays ago and have been out and about ever since. I love it. Its much bigger than my learning bike but rides so much smoother.

Here's what she looks like:

I gotta get better pics when I do I'll post those too.
 

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