Choosing a Bike

Choosing a Bike

I've never owned a bike before and am looking to buy my first. I'm 5'2", 25 years old, and athletic. I know I should buy used and want something between a cruiser and a sport bike. What bikes would be good for me?

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Choosing a Bike

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Oct 07, 2010

750
by: Adrienne

The 750 is super easy to handle. I absolutely love it!

Oct 06, 2010

Fat Boy!!!
by: Crissy

I luv my Fat Boy with the lowering kit on it. But I would say the biggest thing for me was to make sure the majority weight of the bike is at the bottom, not the top. If U don't feel comfortable moving from side to side a few inches on the bike, U probably won't get much enjoyment out of it. That was my experience. I could ride on my 1200 sporty, but it sucked at the stopping and starting and turning points. I stopped riding. When I got my Fat Boy, I enjoyed myself oh, so much more. Hope this helps!

Sep 07, 2010

Thanks
by: Anonymous

Thanks for the advice! I ended up getting a Honda Shadow VLX 600. I've been riding for a few months and, as predicted, am ready for something more powerful. The 750 is my first thought, but might go bigger. How easy is the 750 to handle, and how comfortable would you be going bigger? I'm scared to get the 750 and still want more power...

Aug 27, 2010

Your Bike
by: Anonymous

I'm 5'3 and just got a Honda Shadow Spirit 750. After some research I've learned it's not your height, but your inseam that counts! I have a 30 inch inseam and the seat height on bike is about 26.6 (at least that's what it says on the specs). Also, it's nice to see someone, who like me, doesn't fit the "middle-aged" mold. Not that there's anything wrong with that!!! But at 23 I feel singled out a lot lol.

Jul 02, 2010

What Bike
by: Anonymous

Go sit on a bunch of different styles, makes, and cc's. You have to feel like you belong on that bike, you'll know it when you sit on it. Feet preferably flat on the ground when upright and stopped. Have fun looking!

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