I want a motorcycle but I have a few questions?

Question

When I turn 18(which is in 3 months) I plan on getting a motorcycle.

One of my biggest concerns is how much would insurance cost me since I'm a teenager. I'm getting a sports bike like a ninja or GSXR.

Here some of my questions:

If insurance is expensive, what are some ways to make it cheaper?

Whats a good starter bike?

Whats the usual price for sports bikes?

Should I take motorcycle classes?

Answer 1

     Insurance costs will depend on the bike, your driving record, whether or not you've taken a defensive riding course, your age, etc.  

     Yes, you should take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's beginner's riding course if you have not ridden before.  It will teach you alot of great stuff about riding and it should lower your insurance rate once you successfully complete the course.  

Answer 2

I would take a motorcycle riding class to play it safe. Go to local motorcycles shops and look and ask a salesman some question that you want to ask him. That will be the best person to ask. Insurgence: depends on the bike, who you have. it depends on a bunch of things. get quotes  

Answer 3

could you please tell us where you are from , im in the uk, and you would not be able to ride a bike like that in the uk at your age , i take it your in the usa dont you have to take any riding test??? you do in england, if you are new to bikes a gsxr or a ninja zx 6 zx10 or zx12 would be a very dangerous bike ,

Answer 4

1)  Given your age and level of experience, don't buy a crotch rocket.  That's one way to keep it low.  You're already a high-risk insured, why make it worse.  Get a few ideas in mind then talk with your insurance agent and get a price quote.  Right now Progressive is pretty good.  Geico is way too freakin high.

2) Stay small and cheap.  You don't have to go with a 250, but I wouldn't go more than a 500.  The Ninja 250 has some balls.  The Honda Rebel 250 cruiser is kind of rinky-dink.  The Honda 250 Nighthawk is a Standard style and will be easier to learn on.  The Suzuki 250's are nice cruisers - bigger, meatier than the Rebel.

Cruisers are generally harder to learn on because you're arms and legs are outstretched in front of you, but it's not impossible.  The Standard style is like the old school bikes where your feet are beneath you.  Better to learn on in my opinion.  I have an 86 Honda Nighthawk 450.

3)  Don't know the cost of sport bikes - probably $3k-$5k depending.  Save some money and get an older one for starters.  Move up nest year when you get some miles under your belt.

4)  YES!!  Take the classes, especially from a Harley dealer.  It's more money but worth every dime.  It's not just learning to drive it, it's learning to become it!!