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What Makes a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

The best beginner motorcycle should not be too powerful, too heavy, too tall, or too expensive. A bike with neutral ergonomics will help new riders learn clutch, throttle, and brake control. A small...

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Is a Harley-Davidson Sportster a Good Beginner Bike?

The Harley-Davidson Sportster is not a good beginner bike as it is very heavy, expensive to drop, too powerful for a complete beginner, and has very uncomfortable suspension. If you have some riding...

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Is the Yamaha R6 a Good Beginner Bike? (15 Reasons Why)

When I was in school, all I wanted was a sports bike like the Yamaha R6 or R1. I remember watching Moto GP and WorldSBK and dreaming of getting a sports bike as soon as I am old enough. Judging...

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Is the Yamaha YZ 125 a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

The Yamaha YZ 125 is not a good motorcycle for complete beginners as it is very tall and the power delivery is abrupt. The Yamaha YZ 125 is, however, a good bike to learn proper riding technique, as...

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Is the Yamaha TW200 a Good Beginner Motorcycle?

The Yamaha TW200 is the perfect beginner motorcycle. The TW200's small engine, low seat height and light weight means it is not intimidating for a new rider starting to learn balance or clutch and...

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Is a 650 cc a Good Beginner Bike?

So you are looking for your first bike and are wondering whether a 650 cc is a good beginner motorcycle. I've owned many different 650 cc motorcycles, and ridden many more over the years, and this is...

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Hey! I am Francois and I’ve loved anything with wheels since I can remember. When I was 25 a friend and I took our old XT500's on a short trip and I fell in love with adventure bike riding.

Shortly after getting married my wife and I rode from Cape to Cairo on 200 cc Chinese road bikes. It took us 90 days to cover the 15 500 km.

From time to time I write motorcycle reviews for sports magazines and the local newspapers and attend the odd bike launch when I have to opportunity.

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