What motorcycle or scooter fits my needs?

strumphs · 05-23-2008, 04:28 PM

I've tried to figure this out on my own, but no motorcycle or scooter seems to do everything that I want, so maybe one of you can suggest something.

Most of these have to do with its fuel efficiency.

Small & Light. I don't want to feel intimidated by this thing, as I've never ridden a motorcycle before.
Aerodynamic. I'd like it to look somewhat like a sport bike. I'd rather not be able to see the engine.
Engine that's small for a motorcycle but big for a scooter. I want a top speed of around 80 mph. I'm thinking around 250-300cc? Two cylinders at most.
Not too expensive. I figure with my modest engine requirements that shouldn't be a big issue.
Not made in China.

Any suggestions?

05-23-2008, 04:35 PM

Ninja 250

strumphs · 05-23-2008, 05:18 PM

That does seem to fit the bill nicely, thanks

Any other suggestions?

Schneiderman · 05-23-2008, 05:52 PM

Yeah, the Ninja 250 is probably the best choice for what you're looking for. I don't know of any other bikes that come close in performance vs. efficiency vs. style vs. value.

iamgumby · 05-23-2008, 06:42 PM

Suzuki Bergman scooter (650 cc), Honda silverhawk scooter (650 cc), Suzuki GZ250, Piaggio 350 (2 front one rear) scooter....lots out there...but maybe not used.

05-23-2008, 04:28 PM	#1
strumphs Registered Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 2	What motorcycle or scooter fits my needs? I've tried to figure this out on my own, but no motorcycle or scooter seems to do everything that I want, so maybe one of you can suggest something. Most of these have to do with its fuel efficiency. Small & Light. I don't want to feel intimidated by this thing, as I've never ridden a motorcycle before. Aerodynamic. I'd like it to look somewhat like a sport bike. I'd rather not be able to see the engine. Engine that's small for a motorcycle but big for a scooter. I want a top speed of around 80 mph. I'm thinking around 250-300cc? Two cylinders at most. Not too expensive. I figure with my modest engine requirements that shouldn't be a big issue. Not made in China. Any suggestions?

05-23-2008, 06:42 PM	#5
iamgumby Fallen Riders Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Texas Posts: 3,950	Suzuki Bergman scooter (650 cc), Honda silverhawk scooter (650 cc), Suzuki GZ250, Piaggio 350 (2 front one rear) scooter....lots out there...but maybe not used. __________________ 03 Suzuki GSF1200S Bandit, HIR headlights, GIVI shield, SWMoto guards, Hayabusa shock, lowered 2", H/S backrest & tailrack, Avon Storms, VStrom Hand Guards, IBA SS 1k

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05-23-2008, 05:18 PM	#3
strumphs Registered Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 2	That does seem to fit the bill nicely, thanks Any other suggestions?

05-23-2008, 05:52 PM	#4
Schneiderman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,160	Yeah, the Ninja 250 is probably the best choice for what you're looking for. I don't know of any other bikes that come close in performance vs. efficiency vs. style vs. value.

05-23-2008, 04:35 PM	#2
Bob Guest Posts: n/a	Ninja 250