Which bike would be the best/safest bike for a new beginner?

I've always wanted a motorcycle- but I have never ridden on one, nor drove one. So, basically I have no clue where to start looking and stuff. So any information concerning how to get the best information about trying to find a bike, riding it, fixing it, whats the safest, how to go about the motorcycle test (NYS)-Anything would be appriciated. I looked around on the web and the Suzuki Gs500 looks nice: I could see myself riding something like that. Maybe? %26gt;_%26lt;Which bike would be the best/safest bike for a new beginner?
I have been riding motorcycles for so many years; the 500 cc size you are looking for is just perfect to start.





1. My first advice is about safety. Remember safety first! Never ride a motorcycle without protective gear that includes a DOT approved helmet. Also read the rider鈥檚 manual is very important and there is a lot of safety stuff you need to know about it.





2. If you don鈥檛 have a friend who can teach you how to ride a motorcycle go to a motorcycle school to learn how to ride it. First you need to read the riders manual, go to the DMV to do your writing test, if you pass it they will issue a temporary permit, then you need to go to school to take the class and the school will test you at the end and the school will give you a paper so you can go to the DMV and get your motorcycle drivers license.





3. If you take your bike to a shop for repairs or service is a more expensive than fixing a car, motorcycle shops charges more per hour. If you know how to fix or service the motorcycle you will save yourself some money or you can ask your friends if they know how to fix motorcycles.





4. Now if you need to replace some cosmetic parts on the motorcycle there are a lot of junk yards you can get used stuff for your bike or you can get stuff on craig鈥檚 list or e bay for less.





You can email me at raul_azamar@yahoo.com if you have any questions about motorcycles. If you live on the state of Colorado I will be more than happy to teach you how to ride a bike is a lot of fun.





GOOD LUCK!!!!Which bike would be the best/safest bike for a new beginner?
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I ride a GS500 myself, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to most beginners. I've had it for the better part of a year and racked up about 4,000 miles on it. Most other 500 cc and under sport bikes are quite safe for beginners. (Note that a 600 has about double the horsepower of a 500 and is not exactly the safest starting place.)





I'd say to start with professional lessons. These are the quickest way past the ';I have no clue'; stage as they'll explain the basics of what every motorcyclist needs to know, and you'll be practicing for hours on a school bike. The office that issues your driver's license will have a list of who conducts these. I believe in New York passing the class will get you a license.





Besides 500 cc sport bikes, most other style bikes up to 650 cc are pretty good for beginners. It depends on what style of bike you like; the Suzuki GS500F and Savage 650; Kawasaki Ninja 250 / 500; Buell Blast; Honda Rebel 250, Nighthawk 250, and Shadow 600; Yamaha Virago 250 and V-Star 650 are all popular bikes for first time riders.





A few things to check for your first bike:





1. A reasonable amount of horsepower (around 50 to 60 or less, since these things only weigh a couple hundred pounds)


2. A light weight bike is easier to handle. A good rule of thumb here is that if it's light enough that you could pick it up if it falls over, you're a lot less likely to have it fall over.


3. Make sure the seat height is low enough that you can get both feet flat on the ground. If you're 5'2'; or shorter, you may have to settle for getting the balls of your toes on the ground, but don't settle if you're taller.


4. And be sure you're comfortable on it.





Last, don't forget to budget for gear. You'll need a comfortable DOT-approved helmet at the least, and I'd recommend the whole outfit: Boots, gloves, riding jacket, and riding pants, too.
i took the msf course in the beg it helps a LOT also insurance reduction anyhow if you like sport a ninja 300 or 500 depends on your body type or an sv 650, katanas, if you like harley types sorry thats not my cup of tea
I love riding my own bike.....it is complete freedom and I feel very liberated....





first thing you should do before you even buy one is take a Riders Safety Course....generally you can go to a DMV and they can recommend one....you might try smartriders.com I think they are nation wide...


most riders courses supply you with a bike for the course..I have a friend that has taken the course 3 times.....they finally told her....that she needed to stick to 4 wheels....





when you decide to buy...find ';your'; style and start from their...make sure you can hold it up and handle it well...I have Yamaha V-Star (650). I like the look of the cruiser. I'm 5'3'' and the v-star has a nice low center of gravity.....





Good luck....keep your knees in the breeze, shiny side up!
Read this. You will automatically, and instinctively make corrections to keep the bike upright, even the very first time you are on it. No one ever has to learn how to keep a bike upright. They need to learn how to turn (after learning how to use the clutch and throttle and brakes).





You have to suppress your instinct of keeping your balance in order to turn. This mental barrier is much easier to overcome on a bike that is lighter and cheaper. Also be aware that turning at very low speeds is extremely difficult. You have to go str8 a little bit and get rolling before you can turn, safely (unless you are daring, and very familiar with your bike's throttle response). This is different from a car. When you pull out the parking lot in your car, or turning at an intersection, you oftn are turning the wheel even before giving any gas. Once you can do a low speed figure eight in a parking lot, you have a good start. I suggest you idle around in second gear while doing this, or put your choke up in first, if you have one. Once you have %26lt;5 mph of steady speed, you can start learning to countersteer at low speed, easily. When you tighten your steering radius to the point you are hitting the steering lock during your corrective movements, you are well on your way to becoming an expert at low speed maneuvering and a safer rider. (sorry..the steering lock thing does not apply to some bikes, such as dirt bikes.)
I would suggest a Honda Rebel 250. Great looks, bulletproof and light and low enough to learn on. Face it, it probaly will fall over. You have to be able to pick it up. Once you get some experience move up to a 500 to 600 size. It's much much better to work your way up than to learn on a bigger vehicle where the learning curve is much steeper.
First find a local MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) course and enroll in a beginners riding course. They usually supply the bike and the you should only need to take the written to get a license. After riding their bikes and talking to people you will know more of what you are comfortable on.





And listen to what Raul says!
While your size is a factor, a 500cc bike is way too big for a beginner - even a big man. In most countries it would be illegal. Britain has a 12 horsepower 125cc limit for learners, many other countries a 250cc limit.





While many people learn on larger bikes, they're unlikely ever to much of a rider as result.





Your first bike should be about learning - no matter what it is, in six months you'll know a whole lot ore about what you want in a bike, and be ready for something else, so resale value should be a major consideration.





Trail bikes are good to learn on - low geared, good leverage through the handlebars, and they tend to suffer little damage when dropped.





However, bike choice is only one aspect - Training and Gear are probably more important - get a good helmet, boots, gloves %26amp; jacket - pants with knee %26amp; hip armour are also a really good idea.
I am a female and my husband just bought me a 1981 Hondamatic. Its a 400 and its automatic. great to learn on and I love it. Hard to find though