Any ISTP motorcycle riders? I’m getting curious and want ISTP input on this bike for a beginner and riding in general. Yamaha VStar 250
Posted Nov 10, 2021, 2:24 AM UTC
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Yes I know there’s a motorcycle subreddit, but I feel like I’m gonna get more straightforward answers here from like-minded people.
For more details I’m 5’7 and don’t really care for the biker gang or crotch rocket speed bikes. I just want a simple but cool looking bike that I can sit normally on.
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Bruh I think im the weird istp who doesn't likes motorcycle and cars
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Same tho if I had a motorcycle I would die
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ay that's a good choice for starters but, if I was you I'd go with a honda.
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Yeah I’m already drooling over the rebel 500. Such a sick bike
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hell yeah. good luck on your ventures dude.
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Yoo I've literally passed a motorbike exam an hour ago, I can finally get something more powerful than my 125cc Romet
Good luck on your bike adventure bro
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250 cruisers are great bikes to learn on, and Yamaha does them well. The little v-star is plenty capable for getting you around, and it’s pretty easy to work on. However…
I second the comment about considering a Honda Rebel 500. Why?
For starters, a Rebel 500 will keep you happy, challenged, and learning for MUCH longer than a 250. I learned this first hand by making the jump from a 250 cruiser to a Honda 500cc after less than a year.
Honda’s 500cc range are three things in spades:
- Reliable
- Forgiving
- Confidence inspiring
I loved my 250 cruiser, but there were limits to what it was capable of that just aren’t present with the engine in the Rebel.
The Kawasaki Vulcan S may also be worth a look - a full sized 650cc cruiser with approachable power and excellent comfort.
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If I just had age xd I have a 50cc Peugeot Kisbee scooter right now and will ride it for a few years. A white Kisbee is nothing fancy, but it does the job and was quite cheap. I really like driving it, but I would like to go faster than 30mph/48kmh since I feel like a snail compared to cars
I'm not good for recommending motorcycles, but I myself would choose a different color than full black. Colors are just a taste thing thought, so choose what you want :D
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Oh yeah definitely, gotta keep it spicy y’know? Lol
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look into the suzuki boulevard line
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In the UK (London) so started on the Yamaha YBR 125, which looks very similar to the bike in the picture. 2nd bike was the Yamaha Fazer 600, was the perfect upgrade to that as a person who rode to university / work everyday
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Take an introduction to riding class first. Nothing wrong with a 250 but people tend to advance past them quickly, so something in the 500 range may be more appropriate
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I probably would if i didnt see and hear about motorcycle deaths every day. Too many bad drivers in the road.
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Good call going with something small as a starter bike. The only hangup I have with a 250 is it might be a little too small, as in you'll likely outgrow it pretty fast. If you're buying new, maybe a Honda Rebel 500 or similar might be a better choice. Still small and light, but with enough torque and power to be fun for a long time. If you're dead set on something in the 250 range maybe consider something used that you won't lose your shirt on when you're ready to upgrade. Also I can't stress the benefits enough of a learn-to-ride course if you haven't done one already.
Solid advice! Thanks!
I second the Honda rebel!
Wow the more I do homework on it, the more I see the rebel 500 is the way to go! Thanks.
One other bit of advice. As someone who has crashed at highway speed, the safety gear is critically important. Full face helmet, riding jacket, pants, boots, gloves, and even earplugs. I was wearing all my gear when I crashed and didn't even get a bruise on me. Best is to consider the gear to be an integral part of the bike; if you can't afford the gear, you can't afford the bike.
Well said