junk@stinkycat.net Posted July 5, 2006 Report Share Posted July 5, 2006 A few years back I took the MSF class and bought a street bike (small 250cc)--road it for a year. But got rid of it after moving to a more populated area (too much traffic--didn't know my way around.) I plan to take the basic MSF again this month, followed by Level I in 2 more months. Should I wait until after Level I to purchase a bike? i.e. Will riding the class bike around the track, learning more about cornering, etc., help me decide what to look for in a bike? Or should I just go out and buy something now? (Also, I could get something used/generic -- older Suzuki SV 650? just to use between the MSF and deciding what I really want.) -C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juggler Posted July 13, 2006 Report Share Posted July 13, 2006 Celeste, I would wait. You may find that being on a track may tilt you toward wanting more of a cafe-racer style bike or the other way. You mentioned the SV650 which are very popular on the track and street, so if you HAD to have a bike, that's a good choice. Good luck! A few years back I took the MSF class and bought a street bike (small 250cc)--road it for a year. But got rid of it after moving to a more populated area (too much traffic--didn't know my way around.) I plan to take the basic MSF again this month, followed by Level I in 2 more months. Should I wait until after Level I to purchase a bike? i.e. Will riding the class bike around the track, learning more about cornering, etc., help me decide what to look for in a bike? Or should I just go out and buy something now? (Also, I could get something used/generic -- older Suzuki SV 650? just to use between the MSF and deciding what I really want.) -C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racer Posted July 19, 2006 Report Share Posted July 19, 2006 I would certainly want to be riding SOMETHING on a regular basis before attending a school session. Showing up to ride a school "cold" doesn't sound like a good idea to me. Too much time and attention would be spent just getting comfortable riding again. Not only will it keep you "fresh", but, riding something/anything will give you more data from which to make future decisions about what sort of bike is right for you. It doesn't have to be "THE" bike, just a bike for now. I've never owned or ridden the SV650, but, I think that model is a good choice for broad usage. Sporty and fun...so I'm told. I know they motor my FZR400 at the track. In any case, you can always sell it and buy something different. Or keep it and get something different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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