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Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3
What are some good bikes to look for? I have been looking at 600's I believe. What is below a 600? a 500? or 250? I don't want anything to pathetic that I'll have to sell by the end of the summer.
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Engine size matters, but it all depends on the engine configuration. Is it a twin? Inline 4? Maybe even a triple? You should understand the differences to help you make the right choice.
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Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3
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As the only info I know on bikes is that Ducati makes fast ones, what can you all suggest.
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No offense, but if this is the only thing you "know" about bikes, then you should do a lot more research before even considering one.
CP is ok, but everyone has a different story/opinion. Maybe pick up a few books on motorcycles form the library, add that to whatever you get on here, and make your own opinion. Even something like Motorcycles For Dummies - I'm not even joking.
You asked for opinions on the following:
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Originally Posted by 3 Justin 3
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I see a bunch of bikes with different engine sizes, engine configurations, riding styles, etc.
At this point, I don't think it's much use to you to be shopping for a bike. Take the course, find out what type of riding you want to do, and then work out the options after that.
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Originally Posted by Mad Mel
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The littlest Ducati Monster (695?) is really short...
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Just for the record, the 695 was replaced with the 696 recently.