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Ok, guys I have a question. I have been reading a bunch o these motorcycle magazines (mostly in study hall, and math...) and they don't answer my question, wat is the best bang for buck motorcycle. now i know there is no ONE bike that's the best, but just examples. Ok, so here are my guidelines (not rying to sound bossy, but i thought this would help, ) I was thinkin that it should be a used one, much cheaper, and i don't mind if it isn't neck snapping fast to start, but if it isn't, i would hope it had a decent aftermarket followup, (is there much of an aftermarket followup for motocycles? i know theres alot 4 car, damn ricers) so i was hoping you guys could add some input u know, to help me out. I hope this doesn't turn into a flame war. that happens alot at car websites but i dunno, it seems like you guys are more civilized... methinks that u dudes know alot about these two wheeled thingies that go fast, so u guys must be able to contribute someting, i hope. thanx

if your a unexperianced rider I think the best bang for the Money is a KLR 600, and its something you can allways keep.

a bandit 12 for me would allso be a awesome bike for the price

Shnailpower wrote:Ok, guys I have a question. I have been reading a bunch o these motorcycle magazines (mostly in study hall, and math...) and they don't answer my question, wat is the best bang for buck motorcycle. now i know there is no ONE bike that's the best, but just examples. Ok, so here are my guidelines (not rying to sound bossy, but i thought this would help, ) I was thinkin that it should be a used one, much cheaper, and i don't mind if it isn't neck snapping fast to start, but if it isn't, i would hope it had a decent aftermarket followup, (is there much of an aftermarket followup for motocycles? i know theres alot 4 car, damn ricers) so i was hoping you guys could add some input u know, to help me out. I hope this doesn't turn into a flame war. that happens alot at car websites but i dunno, it seems like you guys are more civilized... methinks that u dudes know alot about these two wheeled thingies that go fast, so u guys must be able to contribute someting, i hope. thanx

So it seems to me that you are leaning more toward the sport side of motorcycling. Here's my suggestion then: Look for a Used Suzuki SV 650. It has won the best "bang for the buck" award from virtually every moto-rag for a few years running. The SV650 will embarass most sportscars at stoplights, yet sip, rather than guzzle gas.

Have you looked into the MSF course yet? If not, do yourself a favor and give it a shot. It will save you a lot of headache down the road.

Remember, boys, Schnail is but 13 years of age, with much time in which to decide, and many skills to polish before doing so........

Best bang for your buck is almost always going to be a UJM. Almost any 80s Japanese bike you can acquire for cheap, repair inexpensively (you can do a vast majority of the work yourself) and ride until the cows come home.

My $2.00 Canadian.

At your age, get a dirt bike. A 125 CC will probably fit you (being young). It's about the only option you've got until you're older. Might i suggest a TTR125? It only has 5 hp, but they're small and nimble. And hey, just cause it's 5 HP doesn't mean it can't move. It can move my 260 lb self along no problem.

Three words....UJM. ( universal Japanese motorcycle)

Late 70's early 80's...so much for three words.

For now definately a dirt bike. 125 should be about perfect. a 4 stroke will require less manintainance and use less gas, 2 stroke will have more power, though modern 4 stroke dirt bike engines are almost as powerful as a 2 stroke.

You can have a blast in the dirt now and have some experience when you get old enough to move onto the road.

well, wat if my mom doesn't let me get a dirt bike? any idea how to get in any other pre-license biking?

not much you can do if the parents say no.