10-17-2005, 11:15 PM
TurboOmni08 Wrote:Shes tryin to get me to do the class with her this summer. I told her I would...I can't kill myself in a parking lot. Are any bikes safer then others, or easier/better to ride?
Suzuki GS500
Yamaha Seca II
Kawasaki EX500 or 250
Rebel
I'm sure there are more people will add. Some will say anything 600 cc's and under. Keep in mind there are 600CC motorcycles that will run 10's in the quarter.
Don't forget to factor in gear when your shopping for a bike. Expect to pay 200 or more for a good SA rated helmet (I suggest Scorpion if it fits your head properly, fit is very important in helmet selection). Next is a good jacket. You will want to stick with leather as it protects much better then textile. I really like fieldsheer products. CE approved armor is a plus (look for it in the shoulders, elbows, and back). Alot of jackets don't have CE approved armor, but non approved armor is better then nothing. Also get some good gloves. If you do any type of cold weather riding look into hand warmers and an electric jacket. Anything under 50's and it gets very cold, very fast. I ride down into the 30's. Next is pants. They make some decent ones that will zip over whatever you are wearing. Draggin jeans are also a cool option (<!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.dragginjeans.com">www.dragginjeans.com</a><!-- w --> I think, basically kevlar lined jeans). Get some good boots that go over the ankles, I like oxtar stuff for boots. Check out <!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.newenough.com">www.newenough.com</a><!-- w --> for some good deals. <!-- w --><a class="postlink" href="http://www.kneedraggers.com">www.kneedraggers.com</a><!-- w --> is also good.
-Mike