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OK. Back to the original topic, a newbie wanting to buy a bike. Everyone has provided excellent advice. I have made a decision, I think. I am looking very seriously at a used '04 Honda Rebel 250. It has highway bars, and I want a wind screen put on it. My plan is as follows. Ride the little guy until I am profient and confident in both my riding skills and traffic management. Thereafter, I will take advantage of the dealer's trade-up program and get a larger bike. Any comments are greatly appreciated.

redbar1 wrote:OK. Back to the original topic, a newbie wanting to buy a bike. Everyone has provided excellent advice. I have made a decision, I think. I am looking very seriously at a used '04 Honda Rebel 250. It has highway bars, and I want a wind screen put on it. My plan is as follows. Ride the little guy until I am profient and confident in both my riding skills and traffic management. Thereafter, I will take advantage of the dealer's trade-up program and get a larger bike. Any comments are greatly appreciated.

That sounds like a great way to get started. It will let you know if the cruiser-style bike is your thing or not, so you have a better idea what you want for a second bike when you're ready for it.

Skier,

Thanks for the input. As for bike selection, since I am turning 50 later this year, an upright cruiser may be the choice. I don't think I will select any of the GSX-Rs as my ride.

maybe im jaded but i do not like dealing with dealerships. I try to avoid them as much as possible. You will definately make more $ if you sell your bike to a private party. Also, if you bring a mechanic friend to buy a bike you can get a great deal from a private seller too.

I go to dealerships to sit on bikes

redbar1 wrote:Skier,

Thanks for the input. As for bike selection, since I am turning 50 later this year, an upright cruiser may be the choice. I don't think I will select any of the GSX-Rs as my ride.

aw c'mon, get a gixxer for your 2nd bike.

age didn't seem to stop these guys...

The Rebel sounds like a good idea. Its good points are its easy to ride and unintimidating for a new rider, no real bad points to speak of unless you are on the tall side (over 6 foot) then it may be a bit cramped

VermilionX wrote:

redbar1 wrote:Skier,

Thanks for the input. As for bike selection, since I am turning 50 later this year, an upright cruiser may be the choice. I don't think I will select any of the GSX-Rs as my ride.

aw c'mon, get a gixxer for your 2nd bike.

age didn't seem to stop these guys...

You photoshop that pic yourself?

VermilionX wrote:

redbar1 wrote:Skier,

Thanks for the input. As for bike selection, since I am turning 50 later this year, an upright cruiser may be the choice. I don't think I will select any of the GSX-Rs as my ride.

aw c'mon, get a gixxer for your 2nd bike.

age didn't seem to stop these guys...

Vermillion, that pics a riot!!

Hey shadup your face, thats me right there in twenty years or so.

Well folks, I did it. I bought the used Rebel. It has highway bars, and I am having a windshield installed. Chicago can be cool in the spring and fall. BORN TO RIDE!