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ProStarPony
11-21-2004, 08:02 PM
I know that sport bikes are the main stage here but I really like cruisers. I would like to get a cheap starter bike and work my way up to a soft tail or a big dog when I am REALLY comfortable but thats a WAYS away. My question is, does anyone know of a decent cruiser to start out on? I keep finding Honda Rebel 250s (99-01) for like 1800 with LOW miles but know that a 250 will not keep me happy long. I am alittle concerned with looks. I cant stand wire spoke rims so any help is greatly appreciated with decent looks from the factory.

Joel
ThreeFingerPete
11-21-2004, 08:36 PM
if i wanted a cruiser, i would build one,no doubt about it, pick up a wide tire frame, stick my motor of choice in there, use a donor harness, and pimp the hell out of it, because I built it.

bikes are pretty simple mechanically, and electrically, especially carbureted ones.

you could probably build a pretty cool bike for 4-5k if you did it yourself.
big pappa pump
11-21-2004, 09:03 PM
go check out suzuki marauders they are 805cc v-twin chain drive with cast wheels. they run great and you can get them some what cheap 2500-4000
Blacksunshine 357
11-21-2004, 09:23 PM
The Big Dogs are nice. I've always liked Harley's but when it came down to buying a bike I had to look at the pros and cons of the bike I wanted. I really wanted a chopper but, couldn't afford it. When it came down to it, I wanted to ride not work on my bike. I decided to buy a VTX 1800 Retro Cast. No wire wheels, tons of power, and all I have to do is put gas in and ride. When you buy your bike get what you want so you dont have to upgrade later. My VTX was my first bike and I love it. If I would have gotten a 1100 Shadow or a 1300 VTX I would be unhappy with it by now. It all comes down to what you want. Good luck looking.
Shaithis
11-21-2004, 10:43 PM
V Max! lol
ProStarPony
11-22-2004, 08:45 PM
exactly, I work at a auto dealer and there are a hand full of guys with Harleys and those things are torn apart for oil leaks and what not more than i see them being ridden... The sport bike guys dont have many problems but I just dont trust myself on one and would rather learn on what I plan on ending with...
gnturboray
11-22-2004, 08:54 PM
V Max! lol
Hell ya!!! Go fo the Max!!
KevinH78
11-22-2004, 09:12 PM
If you get a 250cc street bike, even if it is your first one, you will regret it within a month if you weigh more than 100lbs.
72Comet
11-25-2004, 08:07 AM
I love my bike its classed as a sport cruiser. 02' road star warrior. Only crusier in production with aluminum frame, R-1 forks, and brakes. Cost 1/3 of a harley, and you get the gas and go peace of mind of a Yamaha. I got Vance and Hines pro-pipes running open-sounds better than a harley to me. Check out www.rswarrior.com
slowimport96
11-28-2004, 05:23 PM
Maybe a 750 Nighthawk ? Not super fast but not slow.. not spoke wheels..
The Raven
11-28-2004, 11:30 PM
Don't even consider a 250 Joel, you will be sorely disappointed. I had a Yamaha Virago 1100 that was alot of fun to ride. It's a bit more laid back than the upright V-max, and the bitch pad makes it a bit more comfy for your passenger. They make a 750 if you would prefer to save a little cash and don't care for the extra power of the bigger motor.

http://www.mujweb.cz/www/reno01/Yamaha%20XV%201100%20Virago.JPG
quicstang99
11-28-2004, 11:37 PM
get a magna, or a shadow
BottleRocket
11-29-2004, 01:00 AM
if i wanted a cruiser, i would build one,no doubt about it, pick up a wide tire frame, stick my motor of choice in there, use a donor harness, and pimp the hell out of it, because I built it.

bikes are pretty simple mechanically, and electrically, especially carbureted ones.

you could probably build a pretty cool bike for 4-5k if you did it yourself.


sounds like IHOP
Topwater
11-29-2004, 03:24 PM
Check into a Triumph. They look and sound good. All the Harley riders dig em. You can get a new one for 7800 bucks. Oh yeah , they haul ass too.
Jester
11-29-2004, 03:32 PM
Check into a Triumph. They look and sound good. All the Harley riders dig em. You can get a new one for 7800 bucks. Oh yeah , they haul ass too.
Or get a classic Triumph or BSA chopper.........ride fast on an uncomfortable bike with everything on it ass backwards!
Topwater
11-29-2004, 03:47 PM
Everyone thinks mine is old school. They say , Damn, you sure took good care of of it. Hell, it's only one year old.
ThreeFingerPete
11-29-2004, 07:24 PM
Oh yeah , they haul ass too.


sure they do, keep telling yourself that.
Jester
11-30-2004, 08:04 AM
sure they do, keep telling yourself that.
My BSA goes entirely too fast for comfort. That front end starts to floating and bouncing at 30mph-----I am not sure if I wanna go 130 on it.
ThreeFingerPete
11-30-2004, 08:45 AM
lol, yours is an old stripped one that i presume has had some work done on it, and i have no doubt that it/they are fast for what they are, but they are still a heavy bike with a twin. how fast can they be, right?
Jester
11-30-2004, 09:02 AM
lol, yours is an old stripped one that i presume has had some work done on it, and i have no doubt that it/they are fast for what they are, but they are still a heavy bike with a twin. how fast can they be, right?
LOL......I bet mine is lighter than yours. :D
72Comet
11-30-2004, 12:04 PM
A firend of mine had a BSA and says they're the roughest riding bikes he ever owned. I guess they're made that way.
pacerunner44
11-30-2004, 12:27 PM
If looking for a new bike, try one of these. http://www.yamaha-motor.com/products/unitinfo/2/mcy/4/60/0/yamaha_road_star_warrior.aspx

If going for an older bike, get a Honda Spirit.
Jester
11-30-2004, 12:45 PM
A firend of mine had a BSA and says they're the roughest riding bikes he ever owned. I guess they're made that way.
Mine has 0 suspension, unless you count a spinger front end as suspension.
Shaithis
11-30-2004, 01:03 PM
Mine has 0 suspension.

Fixed!
Jester
11-30-2004, 01:21 PM
Fixed!
lol
ThreeFingerPete
11-30-2004, 03:12 PM
LOL......I bet mine is lighter than yours. :D

you think so? i'd almost take that bet.


get it on a scale and get back to me.
Jester
12-01-2004, 09:57 AM
you think so? i'd almost take that bet.


get it on a scale and get back to me.
I think it is around 300.
ThreeFingerPete
12-01-2004, 08:37 PM
that's pretty fucking light, if it is, yeah, it's lighter.

lol, i'd have figured 400lbs pretty easy.
Jester
12-02-2004, 08:19 AM
that's pretty fucking light, if it is, yeah, it's lighter.

lol, i'd have figured 400lbs pretty easy.
LOL It is a true "chopper".....light and fast......loud and dangerous.
ThreeFingerPete
12-02-2004, 10:56 AM
trust me 400-500lbs is LIGHT for an iron frame bike.
Jester
12-02-2004, 11:06 AM
trust me 400-500lbs is LIGHT for an iron frame bike.
No shit.........crotch rockets are fast as hell....and about as comfortable as mine.
ThreeFingerPete
12-02-2004, 11:09 AM
i think my bike is fairly comfortable, except for the seat.


now yours? id have already been on the phone with mustang seats, seeing if they wanted to make me the Butt-Saver deluxe.
Jester
12-02-2004, 11:11 AM
i think my bike is fairly comfortable, except for the seat.


now yours? id have already been on the phone with mustang seats, seeing if they wanted to make me the Butt-Saver deluxe.
It has about the thickest seat I can put on it. I am going to stitch me a solo seat with very little padding and tool my logo into it for when I hit the shows.
ThreeFingerPete
12-02-2004, 01:01 PM
thickest isn't the issue, IMO, the foam density is a big issue.

my R1 seat isn't the thickest in the world, but it's not shaped ergonomically, and the foam is very light, even small guys will tell you it compresses too much with weight on it.


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