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32 year old female - 1st bike

  • 23-02-2009 9:08pm
    #1
    shezzie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,626 ✭✭✭


    any suggestions?? i have never ridden a motorbike before and have always wanted too...time to get started whats a good starter bike


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  • #2
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,820 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    If I may, a lot depends on your size/height.

    My wife is not the tallest (5' 1"), and so works around that, another partner of a friend, is the opposite, and the world is her oyster, bike-wise.

    Then, there's personal preference for the appearance of a machine - some like sports bikes, some cruisers etc etc. My SO has had, over time, a TT100 Triumph, a Triumph 3TA, a BMW F650, as well as a collection of Vespa's and Lambretta's.

    So, I'd say, go to a big bike shop, just as you'd go shoe-shopping ( ;) ) - see what catches your eye, and try them all on !!

    Fwiw, this was her most recent bike
    414054428_9YR5v-M.jpg

    ..but she's thinking of a Harley this year. Me ? I think she should get one of these:

    SFV650K9_GLR_E19_D_.2.jpg

    Finally, you'll need to put a budget on things, to keep it all a bit real. Do let us know what you decide, or ask questions - not half enough girls on bikes, tbh.....

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



  • #3
    scully74
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 202 ✭✭scully74


    your license type will only allow you drive a 33bhp, a bandit 400cc,or a restricted 600cc


  • #4
    omerin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,501 ✭✭✭omerin


    buy something old and reliable, nothing over 125cc if you are starting off with the A1 licence. something cheap and cheerful that if you drop it it won't break your heart and if biking is not for you you will not take too much of a hit on it. get some lessons first and enjoy yourself.


  • #5
    anonymousjunkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 223 ✭✭anonymousjunkie


    Don't bother with an A1 license, its a waste of time. Go for the A, otherwise when you want to drive anything over 125cc you'd need to reapply/resit for license/test.

    Personally started off at 32 on a honda cbr 250, loved it, but it depends what kinda look/speed you want from a bike.


  • #6
    tk123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,062 ✭✭✭✭tk123


    Get some lessons first to decide if biking is for you then go and take a look in some bike shops and see what you like. I'm 5'1 and have a Shadow 600 myself and love it - especially when all the 'experts' ask was cc is it and then :eek: when they hear its 600 not 250 (they all think 250 is huge..:rolleyes:)


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  • #7
    Quint
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,407 ✭✭✭Quint


    A Virago 250 is a nice starter. It'll do about 75 mph, you can go on motorways, it's low which makes it easy to get your feet down and it has a bullet proof engine.
    2006-Yamaha-Virago250c.jpg
    Here's one for sale, but it's worth about €1000 less than the advertised price!
    http://www.bikebuyersguide.ie/Bikedetail.aspx?CBGID=911434&ID=2153492&NumPics=1&Make=Yamaha&Model=Virago%20XV%20250&frmFilter=


  • #8
    KTRIC
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,463 ✭✭✭KTRIC


    Quint wrote: »
    A Virago 250 is a nice starter. It'll do about 75 mph, you can go on motorways,

    Technically it could go on a motorway, but not if the OP has a learners permit.


  • #9
    Wossack
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,043 ✭✭✭Wossack


    scully74 wrote: »
    your license type will only allow you drive a 33bhp, a bandit 400cc,or a restricted 600cc

    think scully meant to say, '..such as a bandit 400cc, or a restr-' there

    mind you I dont think a bandit 400 is under 33bhp... the bros 400 is spot on 33bhp maybe what he meant

    definately worthwhile going as galwaytt says and trying on some bikes - try out their weight too, some may be intimidating starting out..


  • #10
    Quint
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,407 ✭✭✭Quint


    KTRIC wrote: »
    Technically it could go on a motorway, but not if the OP has a learners permit.

    Ah yeah, forgot about that!
    The virago 400 or 535 is another good one. Shaft drive, so no chain to worry about.


  • #11
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,820 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    of course the bike show is on this w/end, so that would be worth it for a walk-around, to see what's out there.

    You could also talk to ins people, look at gear, find out about lessons & licence - all in the one place.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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  • #12
    jimmyc06
    Closed Accounts Posts: 31 ✭jimmyc06


    don't know if I can be of any help to you but I've a 2002 Honda Varadero for sale??
    http://www.biker.ie/forum/showthread.php?t=67011


  • #13
    faceman
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Arts Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 16,662 CMod ✭✭✭✭faceman


    shezzie wrote: »
    any suggestions?? i have never ridden a motorbike before and have always wanted too...time to get started whats a good starter bike

    Your best bet is some lessons first. Get a feel for riding a bike. There are a number of great biking schools out there that can provide you with a bike.

    When confident enough take a trip to Bikeworld as they are the only shop that allow test drives in Dublin AFAIK. (with the exception of Joe Duffy's BMW garage) Personally I wouldnt buy there tho as you can get better deals elsewhere depending on what you choose.


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