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Vulcan · 04-07-2010, 06:23 PM

I'm coming in late to the party but here's my advice,
get a used bike it will save the crying from scratching up a new one and you don't lose as much when you decide to move up.
As others have said the Ninja 250 is a good choice until you are comfortable and decide what you really want.
Take lessons and be careful.
I like to plan my route and even my parking before I leave. You don't have a reverse gear so backing up can be awkward.
Get a good jacket, helmet and boots and wear them, even if it's hot.
When you get a new bike practice on it in a deserted parking lot until you get comfortable with the braking, turning, handling etc. Learn it's and your limitations.

04-07-2010, 06:23 PM	#54
Vulcan Franchise Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Sunshine Coast Exp:	I'm coming in late to the party but here's my advice, get a used bike it will save the crying from scratching up a new one and you don't lose as much when you decide to move up. As others have said the Ninja 250 is a good choice until you are comfortable and decide what you really want. Take lessons and be careful. I like to plan my route and even my parking before I leave. You don't have a reverse gear so backing up can be awkward. Get a good jacket, helmet and boots and wear them, even if it's hot. When you get a new bike practice on it in a deserted parking lot until you get comfortable with the braking, turning, handling etc. Learn it's and your limitations.