If I can find a time that the state dmv is open that I'm not working, I'm going to get my "learners permit" for a motorcycle license. Once I pass the written portion of the test I'll get the permit then the State will allow my to take the safty course, then I'm going to look at getting a bike. I have riden a dirt bike before (15+ years ago) but never on the street.
Here's my questions.
1. What size bike should I look at for a new rider? I was looking at the honda rebel however it seems "small" when I sat on it. Would that be "enough" bike for me (5'8" tall 350lbs)? I'll use it for commuting 11-15 miles interstate to work one way and in general when I won't need to use my truck.
2. I know that a jacket, gloves, boots and of course a helmet are the necessites, but what kind? I've read the posts about the full gear but should I start with leather or will the mesh type be sificent?
I stopped at the local honda shop today and the sales woman told me that the rebel (250cc I think) was too small of a bike for me backing up my first impression. She suggested something 750cc or above, (she said I would be best off with an 1100cc) was she just tring to see me a more expensive bike for a bigger comission or should I consider a bigger bike?
Your thoughts please
thanks
Matt
Here's my questions.
1. What size bike should I look at for a new rider? I was looking at the honda rebel however it seems "small" when I sat on it. Would that be "enough" bike for me (5'8" tall 350lbs)? I'll use it for commuting 11-15 miles interstate to work one way and in general when I won't need to use my truck.
2. I know that a jacket, gloves, boots and of course a helmet are the necessites, but what kind? I've read the posts about the full gear but should I start with leather or will the mesh type be sificent?
I stopped at the local honda shop today and the sales woman told me that the rebel (250cc I think) was too small of a bike for me backing up my first impression. She suggested something 750cc or above, (she said I would be best off with an 1100cc) was she just tring to see me a more expensive bike for a bigger comission or should I consider a bigger bike?
Your thoughts please
thanks
Matt