95Vert said:
I know it's way off topic but I need some advice. I'm really going hard core on modding my car and am just about done. All I need is the stall, chip and prochamber. But gas is just killing me. Everyday I drive about 60 miles and have to fill up about every 3 days. I can probably get away with $10 of gas on the bike a week. I can get a GSXR 600 for $100 a week at the dealership. I know everything is telling me to just go for it, but I'm not sure. What would you all recommend??
first off yes its worth it. but only if you take the time and discpline to be a safe biker.
take the MSF course( Motorcycle Saftey Foundation) this will teach you TONS about riding, laws, rules of the road etc.
get the idea out of your head about buying a gixxer as a first bike....yes even a 600cc. these bikes are very "twitchy", light, sensitive throttle response etc.... all bad for a beginner.
get a kawasaki ninja 250 or 500....ride the piss out of it for 6months to a year sell it for what you bought it.... i myself made $100 on mine.
then step up to a 600cc bike. you'll know alot more about riding the 250/500 bike and be alot more gentle transcition to the bigger bike, you'll also be a better rider....
dont skimp on the gear, gloves, helmet, riding boots and leather pants/riding jeans and a nice quality good fitting jacket. leather preforated (breathable) is the best.
oh buy a used non fairing bike (fairings are the plastic stuff) you'll most likely lay the first bike down....no need to scratch up a few thousand dollar plastic....
heres some websites for you....
http://www.beginnerbikes.com/pages/guide.html
http://motorcycles.about.com/cs/beginners/a/beginnerbikes.htm
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/school.htm
now. when you get proficent with riding on the street take a driving school course (track) this will help you so much you wont understand...both on the road and the track.
also see if you have any clubs in your area....riding with others is tons of fun and safer when done right... + you'll meet other riders who can help you choose a bike. go look for a club and see if you can ask someone to come along with you when choosing your bike. they'll know what to look for and can give you advice.
if you have any questions send me a PM or talk to me on AIM: Chdwik88
good luck
I learned to ride on one. They only weigh 370 pounds and have 120 horse, redlines around 15Gs. 
