r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Looking for a sport touring bike as a beginner

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Ive been looking for a sport touring bike as a beginner to get started, I have an hour commute to work thats all back road twisties but I live in a city and get around there too. Preferably looking for something 600-650cc. Ive been looking at the Honda cbr650r but I feel weight may be a concern as im a relatively underweight girl at 5'11 115lbs. I also have not liked all the potential mods for the cbr650r as the required clutch is nice but locks me out of the desired clear clutch cover mods I like myself. Ive considered at ninja 500 but it doesnt feel right or as enticing to me as the 650r


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 1d ago

New Rider Help me choose-Hornet vs transalp?

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Hi everyone, I’m on the lookout for my first bike and can’t decide between
the Hornet 750- more nimble but lacks off-road capabilities, and
the Transalp-more versatile on both roads but less nimble.

I’ll primarily use the bike for commuting (50 miles) and running errands around town, but I still want the option to ride on some fire roads in the Appalachians.

Which bike will you pick and why?
TIA!!!!!

Edit: I have a 30in inseam.


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Price check What do you guys think of this GSX8-TT for the price?

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115 Upvotes

Didn’t imagine picking up this bike since its launch due to being IMO overpriced, but under 8k seems like a good deal. What do you think?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 1d ago

Getting into street bikes.

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Used to ride dirtbikes and dual sports. Got tired of tip toeing (I'm 5'6). I want a fun bike that can do decent at the highways and have enough power to not get bored of.

Looking at the Cb650r. Any thoughts or alternatives?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

New Rider I have 3000$ in my pocket

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I’m hunting, looking for a come up. I am a new rider with about $3000 to spend. What bike should I get? For context, I plan to buy a highway commuter bike. Based on my local area, a used bike I might be able to buy is one of the following:

2016, KTM 390, 8k, 3200$
2018, BMW G310, 5k, 3500$
2020, Honda CB, 6k miles, 3800$
2016, Victory Empulse, 10k miles, 3000$
2021, Royal Enfield meteor 350, 15k miles, 3000$
2011, Honda CBR, 15k miles, 1500$
2022, G400, 213 miles, 3900$


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 1d ago

Any real world reviews of the GSX - S1000GX+?

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So I had my Triumph Tiger 800 sport totaled by insurance. My upgrade path is either another Tiger, a ninja 1100 SX, or the GX+. All the reviews I have seen seem to come down pretty hard on the Suzuki. Underwhelming brakes, a small fuel tank, a confusing display.

My biggest selling point is going to be all day comfort. The riding position of the Suzuki looks very similar to the tiger sport, the ninja looks quite a bit more cramped (more traditional sport bike position). In my searches though the ninja is considerably cheaper. I don't know if the GX+ is just a hard to find bike or what, but it comes in at several thousand more in most of my searches.

I will add that the Honda sport tourer looks like the perfect bike for me, but it's not headed to the states anytime soon.


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Next Bike? Getting a 90s liter bike as a weekend toy?

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Currently own a Honda Africa Twin and use it mainly for long trips and multi day tours. Thinking of getting an old CBR 900, GSXR 1100, or any UJM from that era, for the sole purpose of owning something fast, but also with character of a carb engine. Not particularly interested in setting new lap records or scrapping footpegs in the canyons, just fun Sunday rides and smell of gasoline. Any particular thoughts on specific models or tips in general for bikes of that genre?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 1d ago

Price check Worth buying r15 v3 second hand at 60k 45000kms completed

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Hi everyone I am thinking to buy a r15 , can afford a new one but I'm getting a old one at 60k can bargain it to max 55k . If I am thinking to buy this what are things or repairs that I need to consider especially engine rebuilding or tappet checkup

And I am from Hyderabad dm me if you have a better offer or a better bike at 75-80k


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 1d ago

Next Bike? Planning to get a bike, dominar 400 - 2nd hand

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I am getting a few options

  1. 2021 model , 50k+ km ridden - 85k

  2. 2023 model - 30k+ km ridden - 1.4L

  3. 2018 model - 30-40k+ ridden - 1L

Idk which one to go for

And is it better to get a ns400z or a hunter 350 or a meteor 350 than dominar 400?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Reliable, low maintenance cruisers?

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44 Upvotes

Anyone have experience with a low maintenance, reliable cruiser they’d suggest I look into?

I’ve been looking at the Vulcan S which seems great, lightweight, and fairly reliable but standard chain maintenance. Honda shadows are appealing to me because of the shaft drive. Indian scout is pretty cool too and belts are nice… shopping around

I’m in Texas where freeways are 75-85mph too. Thanks. Just shopping around.

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r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

New Rider Wr125r or wr125x

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Which one should i get for my daily drive? I know the wrx is better for road usage but i like having the option to offroad. Help me decide pls


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Any recommendations for a starter bike ?

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Hello, so I’m getting my OPEN license soon and wanting to ask what bike you recommend, I like sports bike around 650-1000cc ( idk if 1000cc ) is good to start. My budget is around 8-10k :) it doesn’t have to be new or stuff like that I thought of an R6 maybe


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

Switching to sports tourer from naked

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I currently ride cb650r and i love naked bikes. However, after testing the tenere 700 recently, i really liked riding a taller bike. I don't do travelling so i'm planning to use it for spirited sunday rides for fun. I am considering the suzuki gsxs1000gx or the bmw s1000xr but i wonder if these bikes would be suitable for my riding style. I felt more comfortable with a taller bike since i'm 187cm tall. I'm also considering to put sporty accesories like short windshield, bar end mirrors etc to achieve a similar look to the m1000xr


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

New Rider New Rider with Unknown Honda Bike

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Hello everyone! My badass cousin gave me this bike and I have absolutely no motorbike experience. I was wondering if anyone could help me ID this beautiful machine and maybe a quick guide on how to start it and how the shifting works? Also what you would do in terms of maintenance before I start it up? I promise I'm not about to take this thing on the road, just wanted to get some basic info. Thanks in advance!!


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Which to choose?

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I'm just a beginner rider and don't know much about driving a bike. Plus I'm a college student.So I'm choosing a second hand bike, my options are apache 160 rtr 4v and Gixxer 150 both of which are 2018 model and both are in moderately Good condition, so which should I buy?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

New Rider First bike. Naked or cruiser?

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Hey guys! Looking to get my first bike by next spring so I'm starting the research process. Grew up on dirtbikes and quads so im not a stranger to riding stuff.

Been heavily considering either the Yamaha MT-07 or the Honda Rebel 500. Really torn whether I want a Naked, or cruiser style bike. Honestly maybe I want a sport, thats why I'm here. Im figuring the Naked is a good middle ground.

Absolutely, totally open to other suggestions of naked bikes (heard of the Honda CB500x, Kawasaki Z650) Aesthetics are a huge deal to me, I need to be in love with what im riding and I love the MT-07 and Honda Rebel look. My concern with the Rebel is I'm gonna want to be sporty sometimes, and thats pretty much just a cruiser. Gonna be riding around town to gym and work, for fun up and down with friends, and occasional 1-1.5 hour trips to another city. 5'9" 185lb gym guy.

I live on Woodward Avenue for those of you who know about the Woodward Dream Cruise and the car/bike culture around here and Detroit in general. I can hear bikes racing from my bedroom window every night and now I have the money to get one. Thanks and let me know!


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Advice

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Hello world,

I would like to ask everyone for advice on what you believe I should invest in. Background: I commute 67 miles from the inland empire to Long Beach for work. My current commute is in a Honda CRV and I have felt the hurt with the gas and maintenance costs; but more importantly with the time I’m spending on the road. I’m looking to ride in order to cut my two hour drive home down. What would y’all suggest? It would mostly be highway, 210-605/57-405


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

New Rider Zx4rr or MT-07

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Just got my permit yesterday and I’m scheduling my msf course soon. I like the idea of both bikes, always loved the inline 4 scream but I also see the practicality in the low down torque. I’m good with the body positioning for either bike. For having no experience what is the better option?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Anyone knows, best bike in 350cc segment? If yes, pls drop a comment.

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r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

Suggest a bike for a giant.

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Hey yall. I'm trying to narrow down a bike choice.

I'm currently town between an mt07, some kind of cruiser or an adventure bike. I live in Washington now but when I lived in az I picked up an 88 shadow 1100 for super cheap. Fixed her up and rode a bit. Had to sell her to move to washington tho. (It was her or my dog. Chose my doggo)

I liked being able to get to highway speeds quickly and that longer distance trips were fairly comfortable but the bike felt like alot...idk how to explain it.

I'm 6ft 4, I have some experience with dirt bikes when I was younger and the cruiser previously mentioned...but I like naked bikes. I'm just not sure if I can fit on them comfortably and if I should just go for a cruiser again or an adventure bike.

Anyway, any advice or suggestions I'm all ears.


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

2007 Honda Rebel 250 as first bike

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Looking to buy my first bike. Just took the BRC course last month, so am very new. I am looking for something low power (250-400cc) to learn on for the next year or two before selling.

Is this 07 Honda Rebel with 12k miles worth it? Seller is asking $2.1k (USD), which I think is fair. I test rode it yesterday and it handles well, is very comfortable for my body type and is in really good condition.

Looking for advice and maybe some other options for bikes to look out for. Options where I live in the Upper Midwest are limited, though.


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

Should i get the honda rebel 1100 or 1100 dct

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So i am 20 years old i have no riding experience yet and i am looking for my first bike i am 5'11 and 240, my left ankle is not that good i have very limited movement with it and after working 10 hours shifts i cant really walk to well on it i have a limp depending on the time of day and i want some opinions on what yall think.


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

Road trip.

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I am looking to buy my first motorcycle. I have road motorcycle and dirtbikes a few times. My plan is to do a 1400 mile round trip ride. For deer hunting. I am 5 foot 3. I want to pull a little trailer behind it for a cooler and bow. Are there anything other than a gold wing out there thats could pull the trailer? I am a little worried about the weight and size of a goldwing. I have not sat on one yet but hear they are heavy. Any suggestions are helpful thank you!


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 2d ago

New Rider Begginer motorcyclist interesting choice of a motorcycle

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I am a new rider and most recently the bike i was riding on a chinesse naked bike, after multiple crashes and many long rides finaly gave in. I have the A1 license so i can only get a 125cc moto.

I was looking at multiple motorcycles but now only want non-chinnese bikes afther so many bad experiences with it.

The moto that sparked my attention was the Yamaha WR 125 X or R

I found a second hand posting that seems interesting its a YAMAHA WR 125 X 2012. Its got 61k kilometres already but only 600 km after replacing the entire engine internals. Every other main thing like the brake pads, tyres have also been replaced.

I feel like this could be a good choice but only the high mileage really scares me. so i ask

What is your experience with this moto? What do you think of it?
Do you think the miles are too much?


r/SuggestAMotorcycle 3d ago

Need a Second hand bike

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Looking for a good second hand bike under 50k

In bnglr

Connect if any or share this to some one who wants to sell their bike

Im in hsr layout