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Posted by: DirtBikeGirlxx---------------------

hey.. I'm 16 years old, 5'2", and 120 pounds...I haven't really dirt bikd before just going around a little on my neighbor's XR80 which wasn't really big enough...I can't really afford anything over $1000 so I'm kinda screwed about getting a nice new bike lol...but I'm confuzed if I should get an older honda, yamaha, etc. or a brand new knock off chinese brand....

Posted by: atkkid250---------------------

dont buy a knock off, i bought one, and it was crap for my first bike, allways having to replace the weak parts. and although cheaper then real brand parts, i had to replace things quite often. i would go for an old xr 100 or something, maybe if ur feeling up for a 2 stroke an old yz or rm 85.

Posted by: DirtBikeGirlxx---------------------

haha yeah that's what I was thinking..Thanks

Posted by: rmc_olderthandirt---------------------

There are a lot of older bikes that can be found for less than $1000 that still have a lot of life left in them.

You should also allow for getting all the essential safety gear. Helmet, boots, gloves, and goggles as a minimum.

Rod

Posted by: justalonewolf007---------------------

I'm almost exactly the same size as you. So...

Absolutely do NOT get a knockoff bike.

Absolutely buy a helmet! (You can order one on clearance for 50 bucks) and NEVER ride without it!

Almost 6 years ago (holy wow do I feel old now) ago, I picked up a 2000 Honda XR 100 for 1,000$

This would be a great little bike for you to start on, and they are for sale everywhere! You should easily find a '00-04 model for that price range. It will probably last a good year or two, and then you'll have time and better funds to upgrade if you want!

If you don't want to go with the XR 100, I'd suggest a Yamaha TTR 125.

I'd avoid getting a 2-stroke to learn on, as they are not very forgiving for beginners. My older brother flipped my CR 80 within the first 20 feet of his first ride, because the power is so sudden. One second you're wondering why the bike isn't accellerating, and the next, your front wheel is well off the ground.

Posted by: DannyB728---------------------

You can pick up a late model Yamaha TTR-125 for about a grand. Check on craigs list, thats where my buddy just bought on for his wife at. Nice bikes and very easy to ride. The motor is practically bulletproof

Posted by: Mike_DirtLivin---------------------

dirtbikegirl wat ever u do, DONT BUY KNOCK-OFF dirtbikes
ur better off buying an older name brand

id say a honda or a yamaha

but ya

Posted by: DirtBikeGirlxx---------------------

OK thanks...yeah ive already got a helmet, goggles and gloves so next will be a bike...thanks for the help =)

Posted by: justalonewolf007---------------------

Boots? Even just going around the yard, boots are important!

High-ankle leather boots will do for now...but footpegs are very unforgiving to legs and ankles. There are many members who will testify to that fact (some having the footpeg go through their leg).

And!

let us know which bike you get, and when!

Posted by: MuddyBuddy---------------------

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Originally Posted by justalonewolf007

I'd avoid getting a 2-stroke to learn on, as they are not very forgiving for beginners.

This is incorrect and needs to be filed under Urban Legends. Many people, including myself have learned on a two stroke and lived through it with no problem, and yes, I'm female.

Posted by: justalonewolf007---------------------

"True dat!"

You definitely do have a point there - and I won't argue against it! *Many* people learn to ride on two strokes and have no problems whatsoever! (I learned on one, and I'm a girl too).

But I have to point out that *many* new riders (I've personally seen and heard/read many stories) have also been scared away from the motorcycle scene because the 2-stroke "hit" has given them a very bad first experience.

My little sister stopped riding for a LONG time because of this.

This is why I suggest 4-strokes for beginners. It is way easier to upgrade after a few months after building confidence and skill, rather than trying to build shattered confidence.

Example: Read the description (sorry I picked such as terriblely written example) Bike being sold because of bad experience *click this*

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