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I'm somewhere around 5'10" and 112 pounds. (Yes, I do realize I'm like a stick.)
What I want to know is the sort of things I need to get started. Like what sort of bike would be suited to my build. Also, the gear I'll need at minimum.
Let me know if you need me to provide any other information. Thanks in advance for any help.
What I want to know is the sort of things I need to get started. Like what sort of bike would be suited to my build. Also, the gear I'll need at minimum.
Let me know if you need me to provide any other information. Thanks in advance for any help.
The Shop
Luxon 4-Post Bar Mounts
$189.95 - $239.95
DeCal Works Huge Plastic Inventory of UFO and Polisport kits.
Has plenty of zip to make you go without having so much that you can punish yourself.
Also a lot easier on the wallet.
Gear I would recommend right away;
Helmet - Decent quality, No Fear or Answer won't cost too much, don't go for the cheapo KBC's, you only have one noggin.
Boots - Motorcycle boots not work boots your ankles will thank you.
Goggles
Gloves
Knee and Elbow pads
Chest Protector - Hard shell not one of the cloth "roost guards", you are going to fall it will make it less painful.
If you are really serious or ride for a bit and want to try racing I would highly recommend the Leatt Brace even the lowest price one is good.
Have fun!
125 2stroke - most user friendly for adults, most tamed in power wise compared to these others, and cost of maintenance is low, easiest to learn on
250 4 stroke - qualifies to ride with the 125's, more horsepower, harder hit in power, cost of maintenance is significantly higher, i would only recommend this bike if you were to take racing seriously.
250 2 stroke - More power than 250 4 stroke, more aggressive power hit than a 125, although lower in maintenance costs as well, usually lower than a 125, but would be much harder to learn on due to the aggressive hit of the power and ur weight
450 4 stroke - Most powerful, heaviest, throttle control is crucial due to the power this bike has, you will find it effortless to end up on ur face or back i would not recommend this bike as a learner, maintenance cost is also high but not so much as a 250f (450's see less abuse to go fast, 250f's usually run higher rpms)
as for gear you typically get what you pay for. for quality in my experience i would stick to Thor, Fly, No Fear, Fox, or Shift
for boots I have only delt with Alpinestars (tech 6, and tech 8) and have zero complaints
the must haves - Boots, Helmet, Gloves, its a good idea though to get pants and a jersey i recommend it
hope this helps
Way before you get a bike or gear or any of that, you need to know a little more about what it is you are getting into. Things like the difference between 2 and 4 strokes.
Any kind of race bike is probably way more than you really need right now.
Have you ever ridden a motorcycle at all?
Another thing, with a build like yours, you'll have to try on your gear. Can't just order it because no telling if it would fit. Definitely need to find a good shop when it comes time to buy.
Pit Row
Im 5'10 and 135.
Drink a protein drink every night before you go to bed.
And just get a nice 250F.
Either Kawi or a Yamaha.
http://www.danielboonemx.net/beginnersNotes.php
Thanks for that link zer0signal.
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