September 4th, 2010 • 04:09
What Would Be A Good Motorcycle For A 135 Pound Female Beginner?
My parents have agreed to get me a motorcycle!!!!! The thing is , is that I have no clue what a good motorcycle would be for me…. so please help 
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Sep 4th 2010 • 05:09
by sunny_da
I’m a 5′ 3″ petite female who loves to ride a Honda 250 Nighthawk. While it is a standard style, not a cruiser, my feet can touch the ground, not just on “tippy toes” either, but flat on the ground! I like the more upright rider position for comfort and control. This little bike will easily travel at highway speeds of 65 mph or less. (It is capable of somewhat higher speeds, but the speed limit is only 55 – 60 mph!) I commute 35 miles per day to and from work, and have no trouble keeping up with traffic. Another small bike that is very popular with beginners is the Kawasaki Ninja 250 cc. It’s a great choice for the sportier type of rider. Lots of women ride them too.
My advice to you is to purchase a good helmet and leathers and enroll in a MSF beginner’s course. The MSF Star course provided 250 cc bikes for all class participants. The classroom time and course time were extremely valuable, and the course completion certificate got me a reduced rate on my motorcycle insurance.
Unless an extremely good deal on a new bike comes your way, invest in a used bike that is in good condition. Many such bikes go up for sale because riders tend to trade up to a larger bike after they gain some experience, or they decide that motorcycling just isn’t their thing.
I intend to keep riding my little Honda for quite a while. If I ever do trade up to a bigger bike, it won’t be a whole lot larger or more powerful than the one I have now because of my small size.
Sep 4th 2010 • 05:09
by James H
A light weight cycle would be ok for you, such as a Honda Rebel. They aren’t as heavy nor as high as a standard cycle, and lots of ladies ride them. After you get used to riding and become experienced at it, then you might want a larger bike.
BUT!!
Take the motorcycle safety course, available in most states! The course will help you immensly, and might save yer life some day!
Some states will not give you a license, if you haven’t taken the course! Pennsylvania is one of them. And, they will issue a learners permit, good for a specific length of time, so you can get some practice before going for the test.
I had owned motorcycles since 1948, and thought i knew all there was to know! But, the instructors showed me the error of my ways, and then i passed the test! I rode until i was 81 YOA, and only quit because my dear wife asked me to!
Sep 4th 2010 • 09:09
by Martin M
Honda CBR 125R if you have never ridden before at all or maybe a Kawasaki Ninja 250 if you have ridden before, the Honda CB nighthawk 250 is always a good option.
note that if you can get a honda it will last the longest amount of time over any other brand if you treat it well
Sep 4th 2010 • 10:09
by Mike
My parents have agreed to get me a motorcycle!!!!! The thing is , is that I have no clue what a good motorcycle would be for me…. so please help