Re: Advice needed

Posted by Cabreco on Jun 04, 2012; 2:23am
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My thought on the 250 is more for training. I also learned on a 72 Honda 175. I loved the bike but keeping up was a struggle. It was light & easy to handle & I learned. I rode it for a year then boaght a 68 BSA Thundebolt. Loved the bike but couldn't get used to the backward shifter & brake. I traded it for a 72 Honda 500 which I made into a chopper.
So yes I think a 450 500 would be more of a keeper but would it be as easy to master. Unlike me at his age, the kid is not a speed demon so I'm not concerned with him wanting more speed. He likes crusers & hates crotch rocket so I feel better. On the plus side for the 250 that is the bike that the safety course uses.
In any case the 1st bike will be an inexpensive buy. We ALL drop our 1st bikes.
The question is is it better to buy a newer 250 or an older 500. Concerns for safety, parts availability, ease of repair etc.
He loves Fiona but it's too heavy (and wide) for him. Eventually he will inherit her though.  
Being a parent suck in these matters. It was much easier when you bought things cuz the LOOK COOL!!