I started on an 800cc but that was a cruiser - really depends on bike type, as well as rider size. Sometimes people can start with no problem on larger bikes, but again depends on a lotta stuff
My recommendation for ALL new riders is to stay under 500cc and as light as possible for their first year of riding. BUT in the USA small light weight beginner bikes are harder to find compared to Europe and the rest of the world. It is what it is ... R3's and Ninja 400's are popular and the new Rebel 300 or 500 woks as a beginner cruiser.
@@michaelmason5562 Which 650 are you riding ? trading up to a XD1700 is a HUGE increase in Weight, power and torque especially if you have only a couple of years of street riding under your belt .... not saying you shouldn't but be aware 'with great power comes great responsibility!' Continued safe riding to you !
im getting my licence next week, I live on top of mountain range, i'm 5,5" and so looking for lower bike to start, would you recommend a Cruiser or better with eg Honda CB125 as i'm straight into the twisties when i come out my driveway.
My recommendation for ALL new riders is to stay under 500cc and as light as possible for their first year of riding. BUT in the USA small light weight beginner bikes are harder to find compared to Europe and the rest of the world. It is what it is ... R3's and Ninja 400's are great beginner bikes and very popular and the new Honda Rebel 300 or 500 woks as a beginner cruiser. I also recommend getting something with ABS - and please buy and always wear the best protective gear and armor you can afford - then practice , practice, practice. I wish you continued safe riding!
Maybe I live in a different reality but for me is crazy to start riding on a 400cc
I started on an 800cc but that was a cruiser - really depends on bike type, as well as rider size. Sometimes people can start with no problem on larger bikes, but again depends on a lotta stuff
My recommendation for ALL new riders is to stay under 500cc and as light as possible for their first year of riding. BUT in the USA small light weight beginner bikes are harder to find compared to Europe and the rest of the world. It is what it is ... R3's and Ninja 400's are popular and the new Rebel 300 or 500 woks as a beginner cruiser.
i still have my 650cc starter bike i got 1 or 2 years ago and thinking about switching to 1700cc XD
@@michaelmason5562 Which 650 are you riding ? trading up to a XD1700 is a HUGE increase in Weight, power and torque especially if you have only a couple of years of street riding under your belt .... not saying you shouldn't but be aware 'with great power comes great responsibility!' Continued safe riding to you !
im getting my licence next week, I live on top of mountain range, i'm 5,5" and so looking for lower bike to start, would you recommend a Cruiser or better with eg Honda CB125 as i'm straight into the twisties when i come out my driveway.
My recommendation for ALL new riders is to stay under 500cc and as light as possible for their first year of riding. BUT in the USA small light weight beginner bikes are harder to find compared to Europe and the rest of the world. It is what it is ... R3's and Ninja 400's are great beginner bikes and very popular and the new Honda Rebel 300 or 500 woks as a beginner cruiser. I also recommend getting something with ABS - and please buy and always wear the best protective gear and armor you can afford - then practice , practice, practice. I wish you continued safe riding!