They're german, i think. They made epic 700cc 2-stroke bikes.
[editline]4th July 2011[/editline]
Goddamn ninja'd
Are there any 4-stroke 50cc race reps/near full size bikes? I like the looks of the TZR and RS 50 but hate the sound of a 2-stroke.
I think i would rather pick a used DR-Z 400 instead, its way lighter, better technology, and will cost 360$ instead of 650$ for a DR650 per years, but that bike will feel buzzy on highway.
Thumpertalk and this video changed my mind.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jfm09cES-oY[/media]
[QUOTE=anklyne;30890326]I'm glad I'm in a position where it's financially viable for me to spend $400 on a pair of boots. Fortunately I'm able to ride my street bike in them even though they're dirt-orientated.
I have my summer jacket and gloves, and a waterproof jacket and over-pants and some winter gloves. All that plus my boots and helmet, comes to a total of about $900. When you factor in the cost of all the gear, insurance, extra lessons/tests for licenses/endorsement, it's not really that much cheaper to ride.
I ride mainly because it's fun. I also don't get stuck in traffic, maintenence is usually cheaper and easier than a car and when you're travelling on a bike, you feel much more connected with the world and people come up and chat to you. I reckon it's well worth it.[/QUOTE]
exactly
the cost of a sports bike and everything that goes along with it is basically equivalent to owning an inexpensive economical car, but obviously riding a sports bike is much funner than driving a toyota corolla. riding a sports bike is a hobby and fun, whereas driving a corolla is just a mundane task to get you to where you need to be.
I was just pointing out to him that it's not as cheap as many people think.
[QUOTE=B-hazard;30894457]Are there any 4-stroke 50cc race reps/near full size bikes? I like the looks of the TZR and RS 50 but hate the sound of a 2-stroke.[/QUOTE]
Can someone suggest some alternatives to an RS50.
me and my father have worked on maicos for a whilst now, we currently have 6.
3 1981's, a 1989 and 2 1978's i believe, anyone want pics?
all 490's, except for 1 wish is a 501
[QUOTE=Watevaman;30884252]Yeah, I know my credibility is out the window since I don't ride, but it doesn't take a scientist to know that jeans and normal clothing will get shredded at anything above a 15 mph lowside. Put 15 pounds, wrap it in a single layer of cotton/polyester and drag it at 25 mph for about 100 feet. That's pretty much what would happen to you if you hit the ground, except there would be flesh on the road. There are vids out there of guys falling off their bikes at 100+ mph and coming out without a scratch or a broken bone because they were wearing good gear on their [B]whole[/B]
body.
And ankles. Man, I don't know how many people I see riding with low top tennis shoes on. If a 400 pound bike falls, where do they think it's gonna land? That ankle is gonna be crushed.
Face it, even if it's more comfortable to ride in a t-shirt and jeans, don't go around spouting you'll be as safe as someone who's in full gear. Just makes you sound like a douche.[/QUOTE]
My friend dumped his bike going 45mph on a curve and slid 100 feet. He was wearing jeans and a leather jacket. I'm not saying don't buy bike pants and stuff, but all he had was a quality pair of jeans on, not the cheap shit you get at hollister/etc. He still wears them today. There's just a rip in the knee. Surprisingly he just ended up with some scraps on his arm and side.
what do you guys think of the new honda cbr250r? it's a new competitor to the ninja 250
based on what I've read, I might actually buy it instead of the ninja
it's supposedly better than the ninja for a number of reasons:
1) has more torque - better on the low end than the ninja 250 so you don't have to rev it as much
2) lighter
3) smoother transmission
4) fuel injection (ninja has a carburetor)
5) more modern dash
Nice pictures, here are some of our Maicos:
1975 GS 250
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/DSCI0309.JPG[/IMG]
1979 GS 490
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/DSCI0307.JPG[/IMG]
The one on the left side is 1976 GS 501, one of the bikes that was used in the Six Days Trophy by Maico's works riders, the other one is a 1981 MC 250.
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/DSCI0306.JPG[/IMG]
1973 MC 250, a works bike, and a 1954 Blizzard 250.
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/DSCI0299.JPG[/IMG]
Another 1979 GS 490
[IMG]http://filesmelt.com/dl/DSCI0298.JPG[/IMG]
Why do you guys have so many Maicos?
i really do have to take some new photos, those photos i poster are about 1 - 2 years old, when i can be bothered /sigh
[QUOTE=JDK721;30968106]what do you guys think of the new honda cbr250r? it's a new competitor to the ninja 250
based on what I've read, I might actually buy it instead of the ninja
it's supposedly better than the ninja for a number of reasons:
1) has more torque - better on the low end than the ninja 250 so you don't have to rev it as much
2) lighter
3) smoother transmission
4) fuel injection (ninja has a carburetor)
5) more modern dash[/QUOTE]
I might get one in a few years as a starter bike after they've worked out any kinks there might be.
Also, fuel injection is a big plus. I know carbs aren't that bad to work on, but I just like FI so much more.
[QUOTE=Watevaman;30998890]I might get one in a few years as a starter bike after they've worked out any kinks there might be.
Also, fuel injection is a big plus. I know carbs aren't that bad to work on, but I just like FI so much more.[/QUOTE]
The biggest issue with getting a small starter bike, is you'll always want something more, especially once you get good. Which happened to me, and sucks. Cause you'll most likely always lose money on a starter bike.
I bought a ninja 250 at first and regretted it. I sold it for exactly how much I bought it for and moved up to a cbr 600. Definitely a much better investment.
[QUOTE=QuikKill;31000060]The biggest issue with getting a small starter bike, is you'll always want something more, especially once you get good. Which happened to me, and sucks. Cause you'll most likely always lose money on a starter bike.[/QUOTE]
I'm not worried about that mainly because 1) I'll be buying used and 2) I'm not buying a bike to go fast, I'm buying to have fun. A 250 will last me for years.
The thing is, you can have loads more fun on a 600. :v:
Not around here. The twisties aren't that fast and I'm not one for gunning it on a straightaway.
I honestly think you'll regret getting a smaller bike.
Would an older model Aprillia RS 50 be a good idea as a first bike?
[img]http://is00.thegumtree.com/image/extrabig/72246560.jpg[/img]
Also would they get much respect on the road? Considering the sound of it's 50cc 2 stroke.
not if it looks anything like that riced POS
De-riced 1997 model, I would probably remove the racing decal though:
[img]http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/394/aprilia1xe5.jpg[/img]
Yeah, that would look good minus those 2 racing stickers
lol i just realized how puny that exhaust looks
[QUOTE=QuikKill;31000060]The biggest issue with getting a small starter bike, is you'll always want something more, especially once you get good. Which happened to me, and sucks. Cause you'll most likely always lose money on a starter bike.[/QUOTE]
so what? do new pilots start out flying a F16?
a ninja 250 retains its value very well, so you're not going to be losing much when you sell it. there's absolutely no justification for getting a 600cc supersport as your first bike. get a 250, and ride it for a few years and learn everything and then upgrade later on.
[QUOTE=lemon_lover;31012100]Yeah, that would look good minus those 2 racing stickers
lol i just realized how puny that exhaust looks[/QUOTE]
It's likely because it is only a 50cc, I would probably put a silencer which looks a bit better on it to hide the 2 stroke noise a bit.
[QUOTE=B-hazard;31012143]It's likely because it is only a 50cc, I would probably put a silencer which looks a bit better on it to hide the 2 stroke noise a bit.[/QUOTE]
Hide the 2-stroke noise? The sweet sound of a 2-stroke? Hide it?
[b]WHY?[/b]
2 stroke sport 50's like the RS50 are commonly ridden by idiotic 16 year olds whos idea of maintenance is to wipe it down. You won't get many nods or waves on a RS50 and drivers will hear your hairdryer a mile away.
If you can find a well maintained, derestricted RS50 (especially pre 2003) you will destroy any other 50 and commuter 125 at the lights, but make sure to maintain and warm it up well.
Your other options are :
- Wait until you're 17 and get a RS125 or Cagiva Mito, these two bikes are incredible in corners and older models can reach 25-30BHP (although, you'd need your full license to legally ride it unrestricted)
- Do your test when you turn 17, take lessons for mod 1 and 2 and get your 33bhp license. You can restrict any bike to 33bhp (although, an R1 would be highly unsuitable) and you have access to much better, reliable and powerful bikes. You also prove to others you're serious about motorcycling and not another L plate teenager.
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