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by hambyman
Fri Jun 17, 2005 6:49 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Why a 600cc Sportbike is not a good Beginner Bike
Replies: 45
Views: 74060

I didn't read it, but I know what it says. And it's all true. We have had visitors here who are convinced they are the exceptions, and it is futile sometimes to try to convince them otherwise. They are more intelligent, more athletic, stronger, and more agile than the norm. Of course, that has litt...
by hambyman
Thu Jun 16, 2005 9:20 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Insurance
Replies: 11
Views: 6340

Re: Insurance

I'm taking the MSF course right now and planning on buying my first bike very soon. I'm interested in a 1998 Suzuki Katana 600F. The seller is requesting $3000. The cheapest insurance quotes I got for it came from Progressive. They want about $150 a year for liability only and around $1000 a year f...
by hambyman
Thu Jun 16, 2005 9:11 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: how is the 250 Ninja?
Replies: 4
Views: 3775

how is the 250 Ninja?

in the process of looking for a first bike...dont want or need anything too powerful, SV560s is my initial choice. but what about the 250 ninja? considering i used to have an ATV more powerful, im kinda skeptical as to how this thing does, especially with a second rider. any opinions on torque, top ...
by hambyman
Thu Jun 16, 2005 7:20 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: How do you check out a used bike?
Replies: 5
Views: 3027

Re: How do you check out a used bike?

So I found a really good deal for a EX500, which is what I've been considering for my first bike. It's almost too good that I'm worried that there's something wrong with the bike. The guy said it went down at 20 mph but everything was fixed, aside from some missing plastic. I don't really care abou...
by hambyman
Thu Jun 16, 2005 7:11 am
Forum: Start Your Engines - Introduce Yourself
Topic: new VA rider/member
Replies: 3
Views: 3393

new VA rider/member

Hey folks, im Josh from Bristol, VA. dont even have a bike yet, and im only 17, but thats why im joining. i know you all on here know what you are doing, so ill be looking for suggestions on getting a bike soon. Saving up to buy a sport bike, preferably a SV650S or other good beginner bike. just on ...