who has regret buying a motorcycle

azn370z · 07-17-2012, 04:15 PM

When I buy something expensive such as a z, tv, pc, etc I know exactly what I want. But buying a bike has been difficult because I tell myself it's impractical because I would only ride on sunny weekends, it rains a lot in Seattle. It could be dangerous because of other drivers. Then I think about all the fun.

I've been thinking about buying a sport bike for a couple weeks, which I've already scheduled a riding class. I know the bike I want, cbr250 abs, and full leather gear. I originally wanted a ninja 650 but figured that could be a dangerous choice. I thought about spending $2000 for a used 250 but figured if it broke it would add up.

I keep flopping yes and no. All I know is that I'm taking the classes.

Has anyone bought a bike and had regret?

TerribleONE · 07-17-2012, 04:20 PM

Love mine and never look back! On my second bike.. had a 06 R6 and am now riding a '10 GSXR1000

bigaudiofanat · 07-17-2012, 05:10 PM

Loved mine and can not wait to get my next one, "had a wreck"

tr0n · 07-17-2012, 07:25 PM

i love my bike also... my word of advice is that the 250 will be fun at first but you will soon grow out of it. At least start with a 500 or 600, the 600 is plenty of bike and unless you have a death wish, it will last you a few years. You can pick up a used 600 for around $4k pretty easy if that is in your price range.

370Zsteve · 07-22-2012, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by tr0n

i love my bike also... my word of advice is that the 250 will be fun at first but you will soon grow out of it. At least start with a 500 or 600, the 600 is plenty of bike and unless you have a death wish, it will last you a few years. You can pick up a used 600 for around $4k pretty easy if that is in your price range.

Completely disagree. The guy is doing the right thing learning on a 250. A modern 600 is a very powerful machine, not for a beginner.

Jordan777er · 07-22-2012, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Completely disagree. The guy is doing the right thing learning on a 250. A modern 600 is a very powerful machine, not for a beginner.

, learn on something more forgiving, build a strong set of skills, then move up to something more powerful. Despite having my 600, and looking into purchasing a liter later this year, I still have and ride my 250, and its just as good a bike as the day I bought it.

gsxr750 · 07-22-2012, 04:10 PM

I've ridden and owned all types of bikes for the last 42 years and still enjoy sport bikes and flat track or super moto style of bikes.

The only thing that gets old on a bike quick, is long distance interstate driving for long periods of time.

Even senic twisty roads get old after about 2hrs. in the saddle.

Most rides if kept with in the 2 hr max one way drive are enjoyable with a decent place to relax or do something for a couple of hrs. etc.

Your best bet for an enjoyable bike is one that is lite weight and has a lot of torque down low, you can enjoy all the speed and torque with in the legal speed limit and not draw unwanted attention from cops.

I currently have a 07 gsxr1000, buell xb12r, 1200 sportster with 90hp engine and I find my self taking out the sportster most of the time.

The main thing to remember with bikes is that they are really meant for leisure or weekend driving, life span of most sport bikes is 20k -40k and most will be needing some expensive engine repair around that mileage.

Cruisers are good for about the same amount japs more , harleys less.

Some of the jap 4 cylinders touring and bmw touring bikes can easily get into the 80-100k mileage range.

So here are some basic fact about owning bikes.

1. riding in bad or cold or to hot of weather just plain sucks.
2. riding long distance is quite boring and women hate it.
3. most women hate riding on the back of a bike longer that 15 minutes, if you want to share riding with your girlfriend of wife, then get her a bike to.
4. Helmet head and all the extra safety and riding gear required really suck.
5. If you ride fast or a sport bike most cops will be drawn to you like flies on **** etc.

gomer_110 · 07-17-2012, 07:28 PM

Never regretted buying mine. Just feel bad for it now that I have my Z. I think I've only ridden it once this year. Actually probably gonna sell it this winter/next spring to free up more mod funds for the Z.

w0rM · 07-17-2012, 07:43 PM

I have the CBR250r. I picked mine up right after they came out (beginning of 2011) and I love mine. I admit I haven't ridden it much since I got the Z but it's also been insanely hot here in Louisiana and I don't ride without all my gear on.

Personally I disagree about outgrowing it. It's still plenty fast enough for me. If I really feel the need for speed, I'd rather do that with a seat belt on anyway.

Zerenity · 07-17-2012, 08:06 PM

I don't regret buying my Hayabusa. It's and extreme blast to ride. I live in KS and sometime get to ride it all year round, everything but snow and ice. But I can see your dilema since it does rain all the time up there. The fun is worth it though, and yeah, something bigger than a 250 would be advisable.

gomer_110 · 07-17-2012, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Zerenity

I don't regret buying my Hayabusa. It's and extreme blast to ride. I live in KS and sometime get to ride it all year round, everything but snow and ice. But I can see your dilema since it does rain all the time up there. The fun is worth it though, and yeah, something bigger than a 250 would be advisable.

OP, if you some short scrawny person then a 250 might be ok, but if you're anything like me (6'3", 200+) you'll quickly wish you had bought a 600.

Jasonle · 07-17-2012, 08:21 PM

I took the class last month. It is worth it. I learned A LOT too. I'm looking for a 600 as my starter.

Coon-azz · 07-17-2012, 08:26 PM

been riding for 20+ years! Only time to regret it is when I damage the bike.

370Zsteve · 07-22-2012, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Jasonle

I took the class last month. It is worth it. I learned A LOT too. I'm looking for a 600 as my starter.

Smartest thing you could have done. And the insurance breaks are considerable. I started riding on a Honda CB350, now ride a 1200 and a 1000. Start small.

Coon-azz · 07-22-2012, 10:55 AM

I've got a VTX 1800 (customized) for sale if you want something big and powerful to cruise around on...PM me if you want to know more.

07-17-2012, 04:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	who has regret buying a motorcycle When I buy something expensive such as a z, tv, pc, etc I know exactly what I want. But buying a bike has been difficult because I tell myself it's impractical because I would only ride on sunny weekends, it rains a lot in Seattle. It could be dangerous because of other drivers. Then I think about all the fun. I've been thinking about buying a sport bike for a couple weeks, which I've already scheduled a riding class. I know the bike I want, cbr250 abs, and full leather gear. I originally wanted a ninja 650 but figured that could be a dangerous choice. I thought about spending $2000 for a used 250 but figured if it broke it would add up. I keep flopping yes and no. All I know is that I'm taking the classes. Has anyone bought a bike and had regret? __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

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07-22-2012, 04:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
gsxr750 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: west Posts: 443 Drives: 2012 370z man. sport Rep Power: 14	I've ridden and owned all types of bikes for the last 42 years and still enjoy sport bikes and flat track or super moto style of bikes. The only thing that gets old on a bike quick, is long distance interstate driving for long periods of time. Even senic twisty roads get old after about 2hrs. in the saddle. Most rides if kept with in the 2 hr max one way drive are enjoyable with a decent place to relax or do something for a couple of hrs. etc. Your best bet for an enjoyable bike is one that is lite weight and has a lot of torque down low, you can enjoy all the speed and torque with in the legal speed limit and not draw unwanted attention from cops. I currently have a 07 gsxr1000, buell xb12r, 1200 sportster with 90hp engine and I find my self taking out the sportster most of the time. The main thing to remember with bikes is that they are really meant for leisure or weekend driving, life span of most sport bikes is 20k -40k and most will be needing some expensive engine repair around that mileage. Cruisers are good for about the same amount japs more , harleys less. Some of the jap 4 cylinders touring and bmw touring bikes can easily get into the 80-100k mileage range. So here are some basic fact about owning bikes. 1. riding in bad or cold or to hot of weather just plain sucks. 2. riding long distance is quite boring and women hate it. 3. most women hate riding on the back of a bike longer that 15 minutes, if you want to share riding with your girlfriend of wife, then get her a bike to. 4. Helmet head and all the extra safety and riding gear required really suck. 5. If you ride fast or a sport bike most cops will be drawn to you like flies on **** etc. Last edited by gsxr750; 07-22-2012 at 04:24 PM.

07-17-2012, 07:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
gomer_110 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Perrysburg, OH Posts: 17,992 Drives: '11 Nismo #528 GM Rep Power: 36941	Never regretted buying mine. Just feel bad for it now that I have my Z. I think I've only ridden it once this year. Actually probably gonna sell it this winter/next spring to free up more mod funds for the Z. __________________ '11 370Z Nismo #528 Fast Intentions \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| Uprev \| CSF \| Zspeed \| Z1 Motorsports \| AST \| Swift \| SPC \| SPL \| Whiteline \| Hotchkis \| Bride \| Schroth \| Robispec \| Cusco \| Nismo \| Volk \| Forgestar \| Hoosier \| RJM '17 Titan Bone Stock

07-17-2012, 07:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
tr0n Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Wichita Falls, TX Posts: 181 Drives: '12 PW base/sport M6 Rep Power: 14	i love my bike also... my word of advice is that the 250 will be fun at first but you will soon grow out of it. At least start with a 500 or 600, the 600 is plenty of bike and unless you have a death wish, it will last you a few years. You can pick up a used 600 for around $4k pretty easy if that is in your price range.

07-17-2012, 07:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
w0rM A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,198 Drives: 2015 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 36	I have the CBR250r. I picked mine up right after they came out (beginning of 2011) and I love mine. I admit I haven't ridden it much since I got the Z but it's also been insanely hot here in Louisiana and I don't ride without all my gear on. Personally I disagree about outgrowing it. It's still plenty fast enough for me. If I really feel the need for speed, I'd rather do that with a seat belt on anyway.

07-17-2012, 08:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
Zerenity Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 38 Drives: 2012 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 14	I don't regret buying my Hayabusa. It's and extreme blast to ride. I live in KS and sometime get to ride it all year round, everything but snow and ice. But I can see your dilema since it does rain all the time up there. The fun is worth it though, and yeah, something bigger than a 250 would be advisable. __________________ There's no such thing as awkward silence when you're talking to yourself.

07-17-2012, 08:21 PM	#12 (permalink)
Jasonle A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: St. Louis Posts: 3,509 Drives: 09 370z Rep Power: 26	I took the class last month. It is worth it. I learned A LOT too. I'm looking for a 600 as my starter. __________________ 2009 Nissan 370z/2003 Honda Soccer Van Shineauto Amuse Body Kit/UAM Fenders/Bc Br Coilovers/Topspeed Exhaust/Racing Hart Wheels and More My Sexy Beast

07-17-2012, 08:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
Coon-azz Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Fredericksburg,VA Posts: 689 Drives: '12 370z Sport DD Rep Power: 15	been riding for 20+ years! Only time to regret it is when I damage the bike. __________________ I don't care how slow you want to drive; I encourage it. JUST GET THE HELL OUT OF THE PASSING LANE YOU TUCK FARD!!!

07-22-2012, 10:55 AM	#15 (permalink)
Coon-azz Track Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Fredericksburg,VA Posts: 689 Drives: '12 370z Sport DD Rep Power: 15	I've got a VTX 1800 (customized) for sale if you want something big and powerful to cruise around on...PM me if you want to know more. __________________ I don't care how slow you want to drive; I encourage it. JUST GET THE HELL OUT OF THE PASSING LANE YOU TUCK FARD!!!

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