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Off-Topic Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: Ulala on May 03, 2007, 02:04:19 am
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Alright, I know some of you here have auto knowledge, I'm hoping that encompasses motorcycles, sport bikes in particular. For multiple reasons, I've decided to take a class and get my motorcycle license and hopefully purchase my first bike this summer, but I know very little when it comes to engine size, good makes, reasonable prices, etc..
With that, could someone help me with some suggestions for a good starter street bike that I could use for getting around town with (not so much cross country or freeway travel), engine size I'd need (or "need" ;7), the maximum number of miles I should allow for on it, and an idea of how much to pay for it?
Actually, any advice is quite welcome. :)
Thanks, all.
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The bike you can get will depend on local laws. In the UK you can ride up to a 250CC on a learners licence for example.
I don't really like bikes but my buddy got one around a year ago. Y'know how most bikers like to do their own mechanical work ? There's a good reason for that. Those things need constant fettling. Full engine rebuild after 8000 miles/1year ? You bet.
Pretty good if you want to learn about engines ofcourse.
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Hmm, maybe I'll take auto shop classes too. :nod:
On the other hand, I have a few auto mechanic friends that might be able to help me out as well. Good to know about certain laws on engine sizes for certain licenses. I'll check that out.
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I found this, and there appear to be no engine size restrictions for Oregon.
Under Oregon DMV guidelines, anyone who drives a motorcycle must have a Class M motorcycle license or motorcycle instruction permit. A motorcycle endorsement authorizes the operation of any size motorcycle.
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What kind of bike are you going for?
Cruising? Sport? Off-road?
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Sport bike, like for the street, around town, not dirt bike.