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Mr. Biff2007 · 03-02-2007, 04:49 PM

Hello all,

I happened across this forum by accident. I read a few of the threads. Was impress with the sense of community. I haven't been riding long. As a matter of fact, I just finished my MSF course back in July of 06. Past it with flying colors.. (Really what are "Flying Colors"? I used it because it sounded good).

I am hoping to purchase my first bike at the end of this month or the beginning of April. A friend of mine talked me into getting a cruiser. I was looking at the Honda VTX1300R. I went an throw a leg on a few bikes this past January and continued until now. The reason I picked the VTX1300R was because of the size. It is good and heavy. Didn't like the feel of the other smaller bikes. The 250cc bike I rode in the class felt too light. I was slamming it around (never dropped or lost total control of the bike, it did buck me around at first, but then I found control).

My instructor said to me that you should ride what you feel most comfortable with. I am not that tall of a man. I am rather short in my opinion. Anyway, I originally wanted a sportbike (also a honda). It was going to be 600cc bike. I understand the engine sizes and types. I guess my question is "Does engine size matter?" I hear a lot of different opinions. So I want reasons behind the answers. I respect the Motorcycle regardless of the size. It is just that I need to feel the weight up under me. The 250 was just way too light. Opinions, thoughts, please.

for the long intro...

AZRyder · 03-02-2007, 04:52 PM

Welcome,

I was down to a choice of the vtx1300 and the C90T which is a 1500. Chose the C90 because I liked it a leetle better and it's fuel injected. Not sure if the newer ones are. My buddy has the vtx and he loves his

robertc729 · 03-02-2007, 05:32 PM

Graywolf · 03-02-2007, 07:40 PM

First of all,

,
I started with a Honda 600VLX. It was a great bike to start on as a cruiser, but didn't seem to have enough gears for a highway commute at 70+. I bought a Suzuki C50C (800) two months after buying the Honda. Don't bite off more than you can chew as far as engine size and weight at first. And don't be too eager to buy new, as I was, because you will be angry when and if you drop it (don't ask) I'm happy with the weight, size, and height of the C50, but you may be taller, heavier, or more experienced. Lots of decisions to make as far as belt driven, chain driven, fuel injection, etc. Take you time and have fun!!

V13 · 03-02-2007, 08:54 PM

Welcome to the group. I'm keeping a friends '04 VTX1300S while he's out of town, it's a great bike. I would start with something smaller and cheaper in the 600-800cc range. But that's just me, you gotta do what's right for you. Good luck!

Uncle B · 03-02-2007, 09:38 PM

HOWDY "

" NEIGHBOR

Westward hoo 6/2-9/2007 look out New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, & Colorado.

SNAFU · 03-03-2007, 12:49 AM

May I suggest a Suzuki Boulevard M50? Great bike with enough power to keep you happy and is a nice height for the vertically challenged.

DustEater · 03-03-2007, 07:46 PM

Welcome in,Biff!!!!

scrimmer · 03-04-2007, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNAFU

May I suggest a Suzuki Boulevard M50? Great bike with enough power to keep you happy and is a nice height for the vertically challenged.

Mr. Biff2007 · 03-05-2007, 11:21 AM

I just want to say thanks to all for welcoming me, as well as, thanks for all the advice. I am going to rethink everything and definetely consider getting a smaller size bike.

Biff.

**inspiron** · 03-05-2007, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Biff2007

Hello all,

I happened across this forum by accident. I read a few of the threads. Was impress with the sense of community. I haven't been riding long. As a matter of fact, I just finished my MSF course back in July of 06. Past it with flying colors.. (Really what are "Flying Colors"? I used it because it sounded good).

These are "Flying Colors" ...

To your other question, there are two schools of thought. One says "there is no alternative for displacement, other than more displacement". The other says "engine size doesn't matter, as long as you are having fun."

Well, with my 1400ccm, it's hard for me to argue the latter, but I do believe it. I enjoy the ride, and that's the important part. The 1400ccm engine just allows me to be "lazy" - I don't have to shift gears entering and exiting every curve because I've got enough torque to pull through in a single gear.

Mr. Biff2007 · 03-05-2007, 12:23 PM

Flying Colors...

Not quite what I meant.. but...

True. Those are "Flying Colors!!" (Has a whole new meaning.) Now I know.. and knowing is half the battle :

. Thanks. (LOL)

Biff

Apertureguy · 03-05-2007, 02:21 PM

Welcome Mr Biff...so where ya from and where might we find you on the road (once you decide what you'll get)?

Update your profile.

D REX · 03-05-2007, 02:29 PM

Welcome

Mr. Biff2007 · 03-05-2007, 03:56 PM

Sorry, just got the profile straighten out.
Still haven't decided on the bike. I reeaally, really, like that 1300R. But, I have to be realistic. I may just go find a smaller used bike first.
Re-adjust to riding and then get the bigger bike later. I just don't know right now. I just have to say that I really like this forum. Lot of friendly people here.

Biff

MOTOHOLIC! · 03-05-2007, 04:22 PM

in!

D REX · 03-05-2007, 05:51 PM

Just remember, 2 wheels, 2 beers.

03-02-2007, 04:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
Mr. Biff2007 Newbie Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: Haven't decide yet Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 9	And Yet another New Guy Moves In Hello all, I happened across this forum by accident. I read a few of the threads. Was impress with the sense of community. I haven't been riding long. As a matter of fact, I just finished my MSF course back in July of 06. Past it with flying colors.. (Really what are "Flying Colors"? I used it because it sounded good). I am hoping to purchase my first bike at the end of this month or the beginning of April. A friend of mine talked me into getting a cruiser. I was looking at the Honda VTX1300R. I went an throw a leg on a few bikes this past January and continued until now. The reason I picked the VTX1300R was because of the size. It is good and heavy. Didn't like the feel of the other smaller bikes. The 250cc bike I rode in the class felt too light. I was slamming it around (never dropped or lost total control of the bike, it did buck me around at first, but then I found control). My instructor said to me that you should ride what you feel most comfortable with. I am not that tall of a man. I am rather short in my opinion. Anyway, I originally wanted a sportbike (also a honda). It was going to be 600cc bike. I understand the engine sizes and types. I guess my question is "Does engine size matter?" I hear a lot of different opinions. So I want reasons behind the answers. I respect the Motorcycle regardless of the size. It is just that I need to feel the weight up under me. The 250 was just way too light. Opinions, thoughts, please. for the long intro...

03-02-2007, 04:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
AZRyder Sit speling cheker Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Suzuki C90T Location: Chandler Arizona Posts: 1,693	Welcome, I was down to a choice of the vtx1300 and the C90T which is a 1500. Chose the C90 because I liked it a leetle better and it's fuel injected. Not sure if the newer ones are. My buddy has the vtx and he loves his __________________ -------------------------------------------------- I don't care if it's the unholy four, John Wayne and Dorothy Lamour I just don't wanna talk to him now......

03-02-2007, 08:54 PM	#5 (permalink)
V13 Newbie Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: '07 VStar 1300 Tourer Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 8	Welcome to the group. I'm keeping a friends '04 VTX1300S while he's out of town, it's a great bike. I would start with something smaller and cheaper in the 600-800cc range. But that's just me, you gotta do what's right for you. Good luck! __________________ "I'm hip about time..." --- Wyatt

03-02-2007, 09:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
Uncle B Want's A New Title Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Location: Gordon Texas Latitude: 32.54833 Longitude: -98.36889 Posts: 4,423	HOWDY " " NEIGHBOR Westward hoo 6/2-9/2007 look out New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, & Colorado. __________________ Ride Safe, Ride Long, & Have Fun Benjamin Franklin> They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security. http://www.gordontexas.net/ http://www.gordonvfd.com/

03-03-2007, 12:49 AM	#7 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 4,988	May I suggest a Suzuki Boulevard M50? Great bike with enough power to keep you happy and is a nice height for the vertically challenged. __________________

03-02-2007, 05:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
robertc729 Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike) Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 4,084

03-02-2007, 07:40 PM	#4 (permalink)
Graywolf Seat Tester Joined: Sep 2006 Bike: 2005ShadowVLX/2006 C50C Suzuki Location: Pilot Mountain, N.C. Posts: 56	First of all, , I started with a Honda 600VLX. It was a great bike to start on as a cruiser, but didn't seem to have enough gears for a highway commute at 70+. I bought a Suzuki C50C (800) two months after buying the Honda. Don't bite off more than you can chew as far as engine size and weight at first. And don't be too eager to buy new, as I was, because you will be angry when and if you drop it (don't ask) I'm happy with the weight, size, and height of the C50, but you may be taller, heavier, or more experienced. Lots of decisions to make as far as belt driven, chain driven, fuel injection, etc. Take you time and have fun!!

03-03-2007, 07:46 PM	#8 (permalink)
DustEater Puddle Runner Joined: Nov 2006 Location: East Point, Kentucky Posts: 379	Welcome in,Biff!!!!

03-05-2007, 11:21 AM	#10 (permalink)
Mr. Biff2007 Newbie Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: Haven't decide yet Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 9	Thanks!!!! I just want to say thanks to all for welcoming me, as well as, thanks for all the advice. I am going to rethink everything and definetely consider getting a smaller size bike. Biff.

03-05-2007, 12:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
Mr. Biff2007 Newbie Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: Haven't decide yet Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 9	Flying Colors... Not quite what I meant.. but... True. Those are "Flying Colors!!" (Has a whole new meaning.) Now I know.. and knowing is half the battle : . Thanks. (LOL) Biff

03-05-2007, 02:21 PM	#13 (permalink)
Apertureguy Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 Blue M50 Location: New York Posts: 3,248	Welcome Mr Biff...so where ya from and where might we find you on the road (once you decide what you'll get)? Update your profile.

03-05-2007, 02:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
D REX Seat Tester Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: VTX 1300 Location: battle creek, mi Posts: 74	Welcome Welcome

03-05-2007, 03:56 PM	#15 (permalink)
Mr. Biff2007 Newbie Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: Haven't decide yet Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 9	Sorry, just got the profile straighten out. Still haven't decided on the bike. I reeaally, really, like that 1300R. But, I have to be realistic. I may just go find a smaller used bike first. Re-adjust to riding and then get the bigger bike later. I just don't know right now. I just have to say that I really like this forum. Lot of friendly people here. Biff

03-05-2007, 04:22 PM	#16 (permalink)
MOTOHOLIC! Sit speling cheker Joined: Sep 2006 Bike: don't have one Location: Eastern Kentucky Posts: 1,758	in! __________________ One person with commitment is worth a hundred who have only an interest.

03-05-2007, 05:51 PM	#17 (permalink)
D REX Seat Tester Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: VTX 1300 Location: battle creek, mi Posts: 74	welcome Just remember, 2 wheels, 2 beers.

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