I am buying my first sports bike. What motorcycle has the best power and handling.?

Question

Please list model and year.

Answer 1

I had the same question as you. Everything I read led me to the same conclusion. If you have taken courses than you know that a 250 is fun but you can probably handle more(my opinion without knowing you). I wouldn't get a beast like the R1. Start with a 600. Which one is upto you. I read that the cbr 600 is the best overall but I love the R6. The only thing I read with the R6 is that it is a bit light in the front and for an inexperienced rider, it could lift very easily. Also, I suggest you sit and try all the 600's that interest you. There might be one that you feel more comfortable on. I think the R6's handlebars are lower than the rest. Might not be comfortable for you but thtose are just a few things you can look at. One last thing. Be patient while learning. You'll have more fun, learn better, and most importantly, you won't drop your bike or kill yourself. Happy riding!

Answer 2

Kawasaki Ninja 250, any year. Your first bike should NOT be powerful, this will cripple your skills early, similar to learning to drive on an automatic.

Answer 3

Some pretty good advice in here. I'd advise against a 250 unless you are willing to lose the money to get the experience. Stick between a 500-700, they will last you forever. I'd get a used one as well, since its likely you'll drop it a few times.

Answer 4

For your FIRST bike, you don't care about BEST POWER and handling.

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For the first 1 to 2 years, just learn to ride.  Respect the dangers of riding and you will live longer and rider longer.

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Start slow and small.  250 cc is the most that a beginner will be able to handle.  Also you figure you will be dropping that bike A LOT at first.  So why get expensive bike for that?

Good Luck...

The next guy is out of his mind.  A sports bike like that (as first bike) is a suicide ticket.  I once asked a motorcycle dealer about the Ninja.  It was at the end of the fall and they were out (NYC).  So he said with a smirk, why do you want a ninja - they only last about a season.  

Shocked, I asked are they that bad.  He said "NO - I sold 10 this summer.  9 came back totaled.  I think the 10th guy is dead.  I don't get much return customers when I sell Ninja"

Answer 5

s***w the theory that all beginners should start on a lousy 250. Soo not true. You cannot assume all people have the same mental and physical capabilities. Some learn faster, some have better hand / eye coordination, and some people are just plain dumb and cannot be helped no matter the situation.

    Use your own judgment. And by that i really mean, THINK about what skills and capabilities you have that your strong in. Are you athletic? A couch potato? Do you break a sweat simply climbing stairs? if you answer yes to the last two, you might want to consider basket weaving 101 instead. If you've a mechanical mind and firm understanding of reality then deciding on the appropriate size will be a no brainer. You have to actually use common sense in order for this to work. I'm not condoning going out and buying a bike built for speed only, its most likely a stupid thing to do as a beginner, but does not always apply to everyone. If you have trouble operating a riding lawn mower, or simple parallel parking, id suggest boating............

Bad Company: Id have to disagree with your comment the R1 is the "best" production bike out there based on the sole fact it does 100 in first. ummmm, my 07 gix 1000 does 102mph in first as well. and according to ALL tests and riding reviews, the R1 didnt do better than the GSXR 1000. with that said, that c**p doesnt even matter unless youre Ben Spies. I just love it when people claim one liter bike is better than the rest, fact is, not you nor myself could ride the damm thing to the capacity that would actually differenciate between "most" liter bikes. whooooo...i go fast in a straight line.....i expected this sort of comment from a busa rider... you know better.

Answer 6

DO NOT START ON A 250!!! DO NOT. you will be tired of it in a month. These other people assume you don't know how to ride so they are un informed. But im going to assume that also and in doing so tell you that i started off on a 250 5 years ago. It was a HUGE waste of money and time. The next year i bought a 636 and still own it today i also own a brand new zx10r. My girlfriend just started to ride this year she bought a 750cc ninja it is similar to the 250 design in that it is more of a touring sportbike but she has had no problem with the power as it its milidy tuned and easy to manuver. start on a good 600 class sportbike or if you have to a 650. DO NOT LISTEN to these people who say buy a 250. they are wrong  and as long as you are responsible you will have no problem learning on a nice 600. Also im going to assume ur in or just got out of the military in which case BE CAREFULL!!!

Answer 7

Stay away from sport bikes for your first motorcycle.  There is no reason for a beginner to have a machine that will hit speeds in excess of 150 mph.  

As far as handling, all sport bikes handle like a dream.  Razor sharp handling that will get you in over your head in a heart beat.  

So many beginning riders are swayed by the image and flash of sport bikes.  Do you even know what you want to do on a sport bike.  Expensive machine for around town riding due to cost and high insurance premiums.  For long distance riding, forget sport bikes.

These are designed as street legal road racing machines.  Does not good to be on a machine that has a top speed of 180 mph when the speed limit is 65-70 mph.

Answer 8

Yamaha FZ1, or FZ6, years 2004 to 2008

Answer 9

If you are not used to riding a sports bike - be very carefull. These bikes are meant to be leaned around corners/bends and NOT steered - it's a very different way of riding. Go to a dealer and ask what he recommends, he should be help full if he wants a sale. Get a test ride on something small and making sure you can reach the ground with both feet at "stop". Also it's a different riding position and many sports bikes will make your arms/back and leg joints ache. Buy new if you can afford it as lots of 2nd hand sports models have been thrashed making the chain & sprockets weak, the front forks take a pounding from wheelies and the back suspension is knacked from stoppies. My philosophy is - if it's got a motor - buy new.

Answer 10

Honda CBR 600 F4i year 2001 and after.  It has 108 HP, but you can get it limited to 34 HP for a few months (but you'll get bored) to get used to it.

Answer 11

Right on Lover not fighter

Best production sport bike, is a Yamaha R1, it will do over 100 in first gear.

You death will be quick and painless.

You start off on a standard machine, 250 of less and work you way up. If you last 5 years, then see if your want a suicide machine.

Answer 12

Doesn't matter which brand you buy really....

If you are looking for a 600, then it won't matter.. R6,CBR, GSXR, Ninja... they all ride about the same. I am a Yamaha guy so I m obviously going to say go with the R6.

But in Reality, they are all so close that you just won't tell the difference.  All are based on manufacturer racing designs, and they pretty much take turns winning races.

If you are looking for a big bike, then I am going to say that the R1 is the total package... the Busa or Ninja 1400 might get them straight line...but not by much, and I dare either bike to try to hang with an R1 on a twisting road.

You said this is your first SPORTS bike right? I think many people on here answering you can't read, or assume to much. You said first SPORTS bike, so I am guessing its not your first bike over all, and you have ridden street bikes.

I will still say go with a 600, An R1 is only about a hald second faster in the 1/4, and the R6 is quite a bit better in traffic or on twisting roads.

Now if an R6 gets beside an R1 at about 60 on the interstate and they both hammer...the R6 won't see the R1 for very long.

I have a 1997 YZF1000R Thunderace... even the 08 R6's won't hang with me straight line, or 60 to 120... but I rode an 07 and fell in love with it, it was EXTREMELY nimble and felt like it rode itself in the turns, instead of me having to pull my 1000 into the turns.

I cant get rid of my Ace, for 1..I have never seen another one in person and I like having something nobody else has. And 2, its MINE... custom paint,  Dynojet Jet kit, K & N filter, D & D Exhaust with the can cut and shortened by 4 inches, Modified airbox with a custom made ram air, Polished frame and swing arm.

BUT, if I were to go out and buy a new bike.. Id get the 08 R6.

If I were going to buy another used bike to make MINE... Id search high and low for another FZR 1000, I owned one..amazing bike, loved its looks... Mods are unlimited.. and much the same with my ACE...when you ride in large groups you don't have to look at 20 other bikes that look just like yours.

Answer 13

Go for the CBR600RR great looking and reliable.

Answer 14

I would buy a Yamaha r6 this is a great bike lightweight and fast perfect for beginner or experienced rider

Answer 15

yamaha R15