Andymann Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 Calling on the knowledge of the hub!! My wife decided that the time is getting closer to where she wants to start riding her own bike. Yeah and aaa in one sentence, but any time spend with her is time well spend. The problem...... She is 1,55 meters short, and weighs 47 Kg. There is absolutely now way how she can ride a GS or "traditional" tourer. I suggested we look at a 250 cbr or similar because they are low, thin and not to heavy. But in her mind we will be going on hard core adventure rides and then we wont be able to do a gravel ride. Any idees at what bikes I can have a look? **** forgot about those! Very good too.....
Allrounder Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 Wives should pay for their own bikes..... I don't see a problem.... I will have to try that one!! V12man 1
Allrounder Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 You'll be surprised to see what a 150cc is capable of these days. That Yam R-150 is quite fast for it's size. Fast enough to stay ahead of cars at motorway speeds.Nice. that was my biggest problem with the motomia. I would be on the n1 and not able to reach 120. then things get dangerous. Wannabe 1
Kranswurm Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 **** forgot about those! Very good too.....R50K 2013 model with 35K on the clock.Bargain I thought Allrounder 1
Allrounder Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 The R15's that we tested used to do about 130kph. They are not fast by any means, but better than the Chinese! My guess is the Suzuki will do about the same. The YBR250, CBX250, and CBR250 will get a bit more - probably 150-ish, and if you can find one of the older Kawasaki Ninja 250/300 they are really good - twins so they will be closer to 160kph. And don't forget the baby KTM's - and of course the BMW as mentioned - both brilliant bikes, but if you are going to pay that sort of money then you can also start looking at the R55000 used bike market - Suzuki SV650, Yamaha FZ6, Honda CB650, Kawasaki ER6.....The problem with the 650's is the size. They are way to big and heavy for the SO to ride.
Andymann Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 Then I would definitely look at one of the Yam or Honda 250's - plenty fast enough, relatively light and to be had for under R30000 Allrounder 1
Patchelicious Posted January 15, 2018 Posted January 15, 2018 Sorry for posting this on two motorcycle threads, but it was a big day for me! Took her for her first ride now! Holy crap I missed this! Been 10 years since I last rode this bike. https://instagram.com/p/Bd-fXUBBiuJ/ https://instagram.com/p/Bd-f_Mqhkc2/ https://instagram.com/p/Bd-fqMAB0kL/ Andymann, Spokey and Steven Knoetze (sk27) 3
barrykm Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Ok so first I'm ex-Yamaha so there will be bias ;-) but when I was with them I was part of learn to ride team which did a lot of first time rider training especially for ladies - the bike of choice was the TTR125 - very tame, but more than enough power for first timers. Nice and light, and importantly, electric start. Unfortunately they are off-road only. However, the XTZ125 uses the same engine, and is road legal (the Honda XR125/150 will also be a brilliant start). If she is a little more experienced you could look for an XT250 (the new one not the old 80's version) - the Honda XR250 Tornado is also a brilliant bike. And the bonus is that if for whatever reason she doesn't like riding, you will be able to sell both the Honda or the Yamaha quite easily. And if she does take to riding, then you can start looking at the bigger bikes - Kawasaki has just launched a new Versys 300 - which looks to be absolutely brilliant. The Versys 300 is at the top of my want-list right now, it would be my first motorbike. Anyone have any experience of this bike?
Allrounder Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Sorry for posting this on two motorcycle threads, but it was a big day for me! Took her for her first ride now! Holy crap I missed this! Been 10 years since I last rode this bike. https://instagram.com/p/Bd-fXUBBiuJ/ https://instagram.com/p/Bd-f_Mqhkc2/ https://instagram.com/p/Bd-fqMAB0kL/Why did you not ride for so long????
Patchelicious Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 (edited) Why did you not ride for so long????The bike needed some work about 10 years ago. Took it apart and sent it a shop for repairs.The owner then basically tried to extort me for a massive repair bill for a little work. Think it was like R25k for a crank case gasket. When I refused to pay, he gave me the bike back in parts (disassembled). It sat like that in folk's garage for 9 years. But some druggie kids from the area used to jump their wall and steal stuff from the storage garages, and amongst other valuables, they stole the motor bit by bit. But then last year, my folks started a restoration with Stretch from Eurobikes as a surprise 35th birthday gift for me. It still needs some work, decals need to be refurbed, and I am on the look out for an Aprilia crank case, has a Suzuki one for now. I have had this bike since 1998! As a Rossi fan, it has always felt a bit awkward with a Biaggi bike, but they never did a Rossi scheme in this shape, only the later "bubble faring" ones, and I always preferred this more classic shape. Edited January 16, 2018 by Patchelicious Eddy Gordo, Captain Fastbastard Mayhem, Andymann and 1 other 4
Allrounder Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Sad and cool story all in one!! it is an awesome gift!! And a very nice bike. Many more happy miles!! Patchelicious and Eddy Gordo 2
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 The bike needed some work about 10 years ago. Took it apart and sent it a shop for repairs.The owner then basically tried to extort me for a massive repair bill for a little work. Think it was like R25k for a crank case gasket. When I refused to pay, he gave me the bike back in parts (disassembled). It sat like that in folk's garage for 9 years. But some druggie kids from the area used to jump their wall and steal stuff from the storage garages, and amongst other valuables, they stole the motor bit by bit. But then last year, my folks started a restoration with Stretch from Eurobikes as a surprise 35th birthday gift for me. It still needs some work, decals need to be refurbed, and I am on the look out for an Aprilia crank case, has a Suzuki one for now. I have had this bike since 1998! As a Rossi fan, it has always felt a bit awkward with a Biaggi bike, but they never did a Rossi scheme in this shape, only the later "bubble faring" ones, and I always preferred this more classic shape. Aprilia used the standard RGV bottom end anyway, only changed the top-end, so not much gain other than keeping it 100% original. Going to cost you a pretty penny as anything retro-2 stroke is RIDICULOUSLY priced at the moment!!!! Patchelicious 1
Patchelicious Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Aprilia used the standard RGV bottom end anyway, only changed the top-end, so not much gain other than keeping it 100% original. Going to cost you a pretty penny as anything retro-2 stroke is RIDICULOUSLY priced at the moment!!!!Yeah, the goal would be for it to be 100% original again. Steven Knoetze (sk27) 1
WrightJnr Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 The bike needed some work about 10 years ago. Took it apart and sent it a shop for repairs.The owner then basically tried to extort me for a massive repair bill for a little work. Think it was like R25k for a crank case gasket. When I refused to pay, he gave me the bike back in parts (disassembled). It sat like that in folk's garage for 9 years. But some druggie kids from the area used to jump their wall and steal stuff from the storage garages, and amongst other valuables, they stole the motor bit by bit. But then last year, my folks started a restoration with Stretch from Eurobikes as a surprise 35th birthday gift for me. It still needs some work, decals need to be refurbed, and I am on the look out for an Aprilia crank case, has a Suzuki one for now. I have had this bike since 1998! As a Rossi fan, it has always felt a bit awkward with a Biaggi bike, but they never did a Rossi scheme in this shape, only the later "bubble faring" ones, and I always preferred this more classic shape.Let me know if you looking for a good person to help rebuild, source parts etc. A good friend of mine raced and won SA championships on 125’s / 250’s and then on the 4 bangers. He and his dad are blessed with witchcraft trickery when it comes to bikes and that is what he does now. Added bonus he’s a hugely dedicated cyclist.
Duane_Bosch Posted January 17, 2018 Posted January 17, 2018 (edited) I have had this bike since 1998! As a Rossi fan, it has always felt a bit awkward with a Biaggi bike, but they never did a Rossi scheme in this shape, only the later "bubble faring" ones, and I always preferred this more classic shape.The Biaggi replica RS250 is one of my dream bikes. Looove the smell. My one mate had an Ex Harada Yamaha TZ250. That thing used to DESTROY R1's. I love 2 stroke road bikes. I hope they never go away. My other 2 dream bikes are Honda RVF 400. Had one for a while and a Honda SP2. I'm still going to get one. Love that bike. Edited January 17, 2018 by Duane_Bosch Patchelicious and Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 2
Andymann Posted January 29, 2018 Posted January 29, 2018 Off to my seat guy finally - he's already called me and discussed a few things I never would even have thought of - like red stitching...... He's excited. I'm more so! Captain Fastbastard Mayhem, Tromp, barrykm and 7 others 10
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