What kind of dirt bike should i get?
Hey i was wondering what kind of dirt bike to get. Im 14 and about to be 15, i weigh about 135 and im about 5.8", and i want to get a new bike. I have been riding since i was eight so i have some experience. right now i have a crf100f and i want something bigger and faster. I usually ride trails and i rarely go to the track, i want a bike that has some power and i can have a good time on. I ride on a creek and i really like to go fast. I just want a bike thats good all around. (im only looking at four strokes) heres a few bikes that i was looking at.. kawasaki kx 250F (might be to big) RM-Z250 (also might be to big) Honda crf 150R Honda crf 250R Yamaha YZ250 if you can help me out i would appreciate it.
What kind of mountain bike can make a good trip from San Francisco to Las Vegas?
By the questions you ask, it sounds like you haven't spent much time on a bicycle. This would really be asking a lot for someone who doesn't regularly ride long distances (more than 60 miles/day). You're talking roughly 567 or more miles on the road. It doesn't matter what bike, saddle, or handlebars you have if you aren't used to riding that much a day. Your legs will certainly get sore and your butt will most certainly be hurting. A road bike would be more efficient.You can go off-road, sure. But it's going to be harder getting over the mountains. And if you cross the desert, sand makes for VERY SLOW going. Also, you will likely need to bring a tent, sleeping bag, food, water and spare clothes. This will add to the weight of the bike overall and will slow you down some. Unless you plan on carrying a credit card and staying in hotels and eating out for every meal.Additionally, you'd like light weight, easy control, fast (energy efficient) and a limited budget? To quote Kieth Bontrager, "Cheap, Fast, Light: Pick two."In short, by the time you get enough miles under your belt to feel comfortable riding a bicycle for those distances, you will know what you need. But I'd start with a touring bike, such as the Surly Long Haul Traveler or something similar.
I own a Ducati monster 821, what kind of bike would be a good replacement?
If you want to stay with a naked bike, then a Honda CB1000. Also the Yamaha FZ900 is nice or KTM super Duke 1290. The japanese fours will be much smoother than your Monster. The CB1000 has a wonderful engine, a slightly revamped version of what was in the CBR1000RR. If you're thinking of a sport bike, then maybe a Honda CBR1000RR, or the Kawasaki litre bike.
Is a KLX 140 a good bike for me?
Go along to a bike dealer and have a look at several options. you don't say how old you are but it sounds like you are only young. You also do not say what use the bike will be getting as that makes a great difference as to what bike you should get. Perhaps post a few more details and you will get a more specific answer.
What kind of dirt bike should a 14 year old get?
I've been looking for a dirt bike but I don't know what size bike I should get. Im like around 180 and 5 foot 5 or 5 foot 6. I plan on dropping like 40 pounds just to be faster on any bike I get. I want to race ama. Oh and I used to race ama when I was like 6 and haven't raced bikes since. So I mean Im stuck. I've been looking at 250 4 strokes. Im barely touching in regular shoes. So could some help me out and direct me to a brand and size bike I should get. My experience level riding dirt bikes isnt that good. I do ride fourwheelers occasionally and I've hit 60 and faster. Ive called dirt bike shops and everyone says that because of how big I am I should get a 450 4 stroke. I just want a last word before I waist a couple grand on something that won't fit.
What kind of bike should I buy to train for an Ironman?
First off. Congratulations on taking the big call of racing an Ironman. It is a life changing moment.Coming to your question, buy the best road bike your budget can afford. Go for a great frame that fits you perfectly. The groupset and other components can always be upgraded later on ( ie when you get stronger and you have saved up for it :) )Why a road bike? Because whether you continue with Ironman racing in future or not a road bike is an apt companion for weekend fun rides, pure bike races, BRMs etc.I did my IRONMAN on a hilly course(Langkawi, Malaysia) on a $700 basic alloy frame with Claris groupset. It can’t get more basic than that. Yeah I wasn’t among the top 20% finishers, but that ideally isn’t the goal when attempting the first Ironman..Right?While I am at it I would like to give you 2 additional advicesBuy a bike trainer. Ironman training usually gets crazy and you will find that you have a 4 hour ride and it is impossible to ride outside when you manage time for the workout. Bad weather, bad roads, Peak traffic etc. Invest in a bike trainer up front so that your training doesn’t suffer.Train on Heart Rate and focus on time being spent on the bike rather than speed.All the very best. May you hear the golden words..”You are an IRONMAN!!”
How much does a good bike cost?
I had a bike for ten years that I picked up at a police auction for $10 or $20, wrenched myself so that it ran adequately and provided solid transportation through my late teens and 20s. I rode it all over the town I grew up in and then all over Toronto. It was a good bike.I had a bike that I bought for fun mountain biking, not competitive biking. It had no suspension, a steel frame and decent derailleurs and other components. It cost about $1,000. It was a good bike.I had a recumbent bike I spec'ed out for a major road trip of 4000 km one summer, with the expectation of using it for future major road trips. It had hydraulic disk brakes, 63 gears, under-seat suspension and high-pressure slick tires. It cost about $4,200. It was a good bike.I've certainly heard about competitive (and uncompetitive) tri-athletes spending over $10,000. Similarly, I've heard of downhillers spending five figures on a bike. I'm sure their bikes are good bikes.Really though, if you are just intending to hack around a bit, aren't riding hundreds of kilometers a week and are willing to fix and tune a couple of things, almost any basic used bike will be a good bike.As Dave Holmes-Kinsella points out, you still have to get the accessories, although I disagree about bike shorts and water bottles for the majority of casual riders. If you are riding to work, I'd add fenders to avoid water splashing, possibly a chain guard so you don't get your pants caught in the chain, a rack so you can bungee your backpack / laptop bag to your bike and a decent lock priced.Bicycling is a set of pyramids, just like any other sport. Only the people at the top of the pyramids, or those who are serious about getting to the tops of the pyramids need to spend a lot of money on their bikes. Be realistic about what you are going to do and spend accordingly.If you are going to be riding less than hundreds of kilometres a week, less than 20 km in any given ride and averaging 20 kph or less while riding, virtually any bike will suffice.Like my content? Help it spread via Patreon. Get confidential consulting via OnFrontiers. Email me if you’d like me to write for you.
What is a good sport bike to start out with?
IIf you are a beginner, then do not buy a new sport bike.You should consider the following factors:Most beginners drop their bikes. Newer bikes, especially ones with a lot of plastic, are very expensive to repair. I dropped my VFR800 and it cost $1500 for plastic parts. My CBR1000RR was more like $3,000 to repair. Avoid any bike with a lot of plastic (unless you have lots of spare cash).Buying new will mean that you will lose a lot on depreciation. With so many bikes to choose from, you will be looking for an upgrade within a few months.You need to think about bike storage. Bikes are easily stolen. If you have a garage, great. If not, you should be thinking of where you are going to secure it. New, expensive bikes attract thieves.If buying a sport bike, look for one with 600cc or less engine size A 5-10 year old Suzuki SV-650 would be a great starter sport bike.
What kind of bike is best for riding on college campus?
A hybrid or comfort is the best all around bike. Cheaper then a road bike and you can mount fenders and racks. Cruisers are slow and heavy but are less of a target for theft. Hybrid and comfort bikes are much better for longer distances and hills or wind. They are also great for exercise and relieving stress.
Are bikes good for fat people I wanna ride bike I’m like 5,7 and 205lbs any advice?
Any decent quality bike will support you without collapsing. Go to a real bike shop so you can explain the sort of riding you want to do and they can fit you with a suitable bike. Go for it. You will have a lot of fun.