Originally Posted by Sneakin Deacon
not really looking on a bike preference, i read the intro post and i am not looking for some radical bike, not even looking to go over 100 with it. just want it to look good, get decent gas mileage, etc.
but to my "needing guidance"
what sort of mechanical upkeep is there? i understand there is a special oil for bikes due to the engine and transmission sharing the same oil?
how is the gas mileage actually, say a CBRf4i?
local bike riding schools/classes?
best suggested equipment for when i do drop it? (i work in a warehouse most the time, so i can bare some heat to save my skin)
any suggested parts to help prevent damage? thought i recall someone mentioning pegs or rollers or something to save the ferrings?
should i have an issue, are the older bikes easier to work on, say pre 96?
insurance, what is with this, do i need it?
motorcycle liscenses?
like i said, total newbie, if i missed a post where this is all explained, please direct me toward it.
ahhhhhhhhhhhh welcome to the dark side!!!!!! lol
older 600 is about the best for a first bike.
gas is better on a 600 than a 1000 like mine but i get about 30-35 beating on it
up keep isn't bad. just oil and filter cost a little more than a car.
a can of spray lube for the chain. i spray mine every 100 miles or so, a can lasts forever
frame sliders are a cheap bolt on and save some when you drop it.
as for working on one. i think cars are for working on and bikes are for riding. get something newer with EFI and you shouldn't have to ever fix much. tires are about all you'll really spend money on.
insurance... you don't have to have it by law. only need it if you finance it and they require it. there's ways around that with a new bike too.
motorcycle licenses... there's a quick free written test to take at the dmv. its good for 3 months and you can reup it 5 times before taking the driving test. or just take the msf course and they give you a waiver thing to just to pick up your shit at the dmv
helmet, jacket and gloves all the time and you'll be fine.