Beginner looking for advice on first sports street bike/motorcycle.?

was previously adviced to get a Ninja 250 because they are cheap and reliable and not to powerful for the newbie rider. I am 18yrs old, 6‘4 tall and weigh 165lbs. would the ninja 250 be too small for me? anyone have any other suggestions for a good beginner bike? I have close to no experience riding, will be doing courses to learn and do not want a cruiser bike which many people suggested to start, I‘d rather crash and burn then ride a cruiser. thanks!

I started on a 750cc, I do not regret it one bit. I took the msf course, drove my bike right after, it was great. Do not start on a 250, even tho the new ones are better, it will get boring fast. If you are riding on a group, a 250 will not keep up with your buddies. Get a 500 at least. It doesnt matter what bike you start with, as long as you respect it. Ride around your neighborhood until you get comfortable. Wear a helmet gear and you'll be ok. If you fall, get back up and ride again :)

if the alternator quit working it should show up on the dash ! i would say the battery is bad ! all the accessories gets the juice from the battery and if the battery has a weak cell then it won,t take the charge from the alternator !

Most people will tell you to start on the 250.I myself started on a Daytona 675.Is the 675 a rocket?Heck yes.Alot people try to scare beginners out of 600cc bikes but if you show it respect you'll be fine.I pretty much tip-toed around on it even before I took it out on main streets.The biggest thing is know your limits because you'll never reach the bikes on the street.

I agree with your statement that there are no starter sport bikes. I also say that any bike can be a beginner bike. The difference is made when you make the decision to ride responsibly. If you start out on any bike and twist the throttle open every chance you get, you will eventually become a statistic. If you use proper throttle management and safe riding techniques, you can have a happy and enjoyable time on two wheels. My opinion is to stay away from anything under a 650. If the frame compliments your body size, it should be a good bike. If you are too big for a Ninja 250, you would likely never enjoy the ride anyway. Get a bike with a 650 or better. Get a helmet. Make a conscious decision to be grown up on it. You will be fine. Good luck and be safe!

if the alternator quit working it should show up on the dash ! i would say the battery is bad ! all the accessories gets the juice from the battery and if the battery has a weak cell then it won,t take the charge from the alternator !

Most people will tell you to start on the 250.I myself started on a Daytona 675.Is the 675 a rocket?Heck yes.Alot people try to scare beginners out of 600cc bikes but if you show it respect you'll be fine.I pretty much tip-toed around on it even before I took it out on main streets.The biggest thing is know your limits because you'll never reach the bikes on the street.

I started on a 750cc, I do not regret it one bit. I took the msf course, drove my bike right after, it was great. Do not start on a 250, even tho the new ones are better, it will get boring fast. If you are riding on a group, a 250 will not keep up with your buddies. Get a 500 at least. It doesnt matter what bike you start with, as long as you respect it. Ride around your neighborhood until you get comfortable. Wear a helmet gear and you'll be ok. If you fall, get back up and ride again :)

I agree with your statement that there are no starter sport bikes. I also say that any bike can be a beginner bike. The difference is made when you make the decision to ride responsibly. If you start out on any bike and twist the throttle open every chance you get, you will eventually become a statistic. If you use proper throttle management and safe riding techniques, you can have a happy and enjoyable time on two wheels. My opinion is to stay away from anything under a 650. If the frame compliments your body size, it should be a good bike. If you are too big for a Ninja 250, you would likely never enjoy the ride anyway. Get a bike with a 650 or better. Get a helmet. Make a conscious decision to be grown up on it. You will be fine. Good luck and be safe!