Any suggestion to buy a naked bike?

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Jabrique · #1 Unread post by **Jabrique** » Wed Sep 21, 2005 2:31 pm

hi, i'm a newbie to this motorbike business, i'd like to know more about which naked bike is best to buy? i saw Yamaha Zeal 250, and it really interest me by the look of it, is there any suggestion to buy a zeal? can u tell the ups and down of it??

Mintbread · #2 Unread post by **Mintbread** » Wed Sep 21, 2005 5:11 pm

Welcome fellow Sydney-sider.
I also love the look of naked bikes and there is always a lot of room for mods. The Zeal is a nice looking bike that seems to do everything you would expect from a 250cc machine, the only thing to be mindful of is the tricky little four cylinder engine. I have heard they can be a little on the expensive side to service/repair.

Jabrique · #3 Unread post by **Jabrique** » Thu Sep 22, 2005 1:43 am

thanks for the info mate, oh yeah, is there anymore naked bikes that i should look into? bear in mind i'm still a learner, so yeah i saw this honda hornet, vtr 250 and etc. which one is recomended? i'm just a short and light guy, around 170.

Mintbread · #4 Unread post by **Mintbread** » Thu Sep 22, 2005 2:20 am

The VTR 250 has a great sound. I had a VTR1000, it was a wonderful bike that was louder than WWII, but I loved it. You can't fault the finish of the Hondas and they will go forever. I would suggest taking a couple of different models for a spin to get an idea of how they feel on the road. They might look great sitting still but be a real dog to ride.