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First Bike

Coolhand · 2008-05-07 14:17:17

Hi, Just wondering does anyone have any recomendations on whats good for a 1st bike. Was thinking a hornet or a bandit but have recently got into the idea of a sports bike but am wondering will I just fall off the thing. Anyone any comments on a bike that would make the best sense? Thanks.

07-05-2008 2:17pm

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Coolhand

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Hi,

Just wondering does anyone have any recomendations on whats good for a
1st bike. Was thinking a hornet or a bandit but have recently got into the idea of a sports bike but am wondering will I just fall off the thing. Anyone any comments on a bike that would make the best sense?

Thanks.

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#2 07-05-2008 2:53pm

MrJoeSoap

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I think a lot of it will have to do with what height you are. Best thing might be to go to a big bike dealer and pick out a few you like, then have a sit on them and see which ones feel comfortable and take it from there.

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#3 07-05-2008 3:18pm

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I'd imagine bikes with a more upright seating position (street bikes, cruisers etc) would be easier to learn on then 'racing tuck' type bikes - but its only a guestimation, ive actually never riden one...

Height, as mentioned, is a definate consideration also

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#4 07-05-2008 3:37pm

lukester

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Same question here

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#5 08-05-2008 8:28am

Coolhand

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Thanks for the advise. I reckon the hornet or bandit sound best. Ill have to get a restricted one though as ill be provisional. Def want to get something a decent size as im 6ft. My mate is a big lad and have and 80cc sports bike and it looked like he borrowed a kids bmx so id like to avoid that look. hopefully ill find a good bargain.

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