I've just turned 18 today and i'm gonna be getting a motorcycle what motorcycle would suit me?
I'm only 90-95 pounds and I'm short what would be a good light weight cruiser around 250-300 pounds like my Honda Twinstar 185?
I can't balance anything too big as i'm small, I need something that's lightweight,
preferably Harley, but any work for me a bikes a bike, Thank you in advance!
Added (1). Note: My Honda Twinstar does not run my father had that bike since I was 7 or 8 and gave it to me when I was 9 but it sat out so long it doesn't work.
Go for a fast quite one, so you don't create bad karma disturbing others too. May all go for fast quite one.
Harley's are not light bikes. Even the Street 500 is close to 500 lbs.
If you're short, I would suggest a cruiser style of bike. They tend to have lower seat heights which would make it easier for you to plant both feet flat on the ground while sitting on the bike. But I would suggest something smaller displacement such as a 250 cc to start.
Make sure both of your feet are flat on the ground when you're seated.
Honda Rebel 300.
You're just starting out so you don't need to get involved with a manufacturer thats already got 1 foot in the grave & won't last much longer like Harley.
India recently passed China as the #1 cycle manufacturing country in the world.
Royal Enfield is based in India& is one of largest manufacturers in the world (maybe THE #1).
So Take a look at the Royal Enfield bullet 350 or classic its a full size motorcycle that weighs just under 400 pounds.
When you get tired of the 350 you can easily move up to the 500 bullet or 650 twin.
Mmm… ID think a real Harley is for you. They start at 660 lbs. I'm 5'6", 153#, I lowered my FXDL 3/4" and still a challenge! (Note: I do not consider a VRod or Sportster to be a: "real Harley". Even a '47 WLA is closer. My Sporty was Disappointing. Others I know don't like their handling, either. Everyone I know with one has a 1200 as the 750/883's were under powered.)
Fix the Twinstar. Recharge/replace battery as required. ( Plugs rarely fail on Hondas but you might try new ones as easiest thing to do.) Drain carbs and tank, get fresh gas. Make sure needles don't stick up (blow on tank filler with drain cocks open. ) Might want to spray in some carb clean in bowls for a few minutes, then drain/refill with gas and try it. Make sure fuel flowing, filter/screens not clogged--blow on line in M and R positions. I rode an '83 CB650 8 years. Still starts Right Up if batt charged.
Ride Safe!
Honda Rebel has slightly upgraded 185 twin engine. Cruiser stye and mad for beginners- especially short, light beginners. Suzi S40 is light single with good torque engine. Both have been around awhile and 5 year or so old used ones are available most markets- good expendable beginners bikes. Old Honda Twins like 175 or earlier 125/150s are relatively easy to work on and parts can usually be found with some searching. Old setting few years models mean some extra oiling and deferred maintenance catch up --and in your case would be a good mechanics learning experience.
If ya wanna step it up a bit, try one of these
If looking a 750cc moto guzzi Nevada light and can make low to the ground.
Start with a Yamaha vstar 250. They're very reliable and and forgiving. Light and easy to learn with good power. Can even get on the high way of needed. Not grate for long highway drives but great bike to learn on
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