Why Do People Sell Their First Motorcycle So Quickly? - When Is It Time?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ต.ค. 2024
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From the thrill of the open road to the rush of mastering new skills, there's no denying the desire to upgrade from your first motorcycle. But why does it seem to happen so quickly for some people? I have had my first motorcycle for over three years and still love taking it out every time. There are many different reasons to want a different motorcycle at some point, let me know what you think the reason is. Ride safe!
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Probably too many a their buddies asking when they gonna upgrade that "scooter " , too much politics with motorcycling nowadays, ride what you want bud
I sent my buddies a picture of my 1978 Honda trail 90.. I called it my 90cc hog… it’s been weeks since I’ve heard from them, no loss.
I totally agree, ride what makes YOU happy!
I love almost everything about my SCL500: fuel consumption, light clutch, relatively light weight, solid reliability, easy access to air filter, plenty of aftermarket support. It's been almost a year and I still don't think I've fully ridden it to its limit. I might upgrade in the future but I don't need that much more power for my needs. I'm not here to impress strangers on the road; the 500cc engine puts a smile on my face everytime.
That’s really cool, I’m glad you are really enjoying your SCL 500. I want to check one out someday. The 500 motor still puts a big smile on my face as well! Ride safe!
First bike is a KLR 650 S. To start out cheap and work my way into a bigger one after a year or two.
I wanted a versatile all rounder to see how I prefer to ride. I suspect at this point it will be an upgraded all rounder. Either a KTM 1290 SAS, Africa Twin, or a Triumph Tiger 1200. So either performance upgrade, simplicity of an automatic, vs drive shaft reliability and less maintenance.
Though I can carry a spare chain and sprocket vs a driveshaft. Also require flat footing. 32”inseam via seat height, or preload lowering ability is also offered by all 3.
Also ease of maintenance. KTM 1290 SAS is as simple as the KLR650. The oil changes, battery access and AIR FILTER access is important. KTM in front of fuel cap, but the Africa Twin 2024, and Tiger 1200 are both under the fuel tank requiring removal from bike to check or replace when riding in dusty areas.
I started on scooters, and said I would never buy a MC. Lied!! So I kept my BV 400 and bought a Triumph Speed 400. I will use the BV for errands and long trips. Speed to play around. I don't need more power than that.
That’s awesome, I currently have a BV 500 and it’s a ton of fun! Good call, ride safe!
I still have my first motorcycle Honda Rebel 300 a cruiser
@@ComputerChickProductions that’s awesome! Something about that first bike, I’ve wondered if I would regret getting rid of mine.
It's not just motorcycles, it's just about everything, especially if a person is new to the [_____] (fill in the blank). You don't know what you don't know and it takes a little playing with stuff to figure things out.
For sure, great point. It takes time to learn something and get dialed in.
Started on a Suzuki 40 Boulevard 500cc and within a year moved on to a Triumph Thunderbird 900. Both used and got great deals on both. Not sure if I'll get another bike in addition to the Truimph? It's a 1996 so somewhat old school and vintage. Good channel, glad I found you.
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing your experience! No need to rush changing bikes, when you find one that you like, it’s great to enjoy that for as long as possible. Glad you are enjoying the channel!
I got a Honda CTX700 as my first bike, about a year later I got a Honda VTX1800 for the added power. Still find myself riding the CTX700 quite a bit for running errands and short trips around town. Ride the VTX1800 for longer trips and for added highway passing power
Yeah, that makes a lot of sense. Having more than one bike for specific situations can be ideal!
First bike was a dual sport 250. Sold it because it wasn't used a lot after a couple of years. Many years later I got a 500 cc cruiser. It was fun. I bought a spare motorcycle for when the 500 was in the shop. It was a 49 cc scooter. It was so much fun I quit riding the 500. So far that scooter is my favorite motorcycle. It was sold and the 500 was sold to get a 250 cc scooter. It was kept four years until I moved to snow country. It was sold. The next motorcycle was bought ten years later. It was a 125 cc mini-moto. It was traded for a 125 cc scooter and that is what I have today.
Bigger isn't better. SMALLER is better for riding around town. I'd rather take a car or airplane for longer trips. I don't own a car now that I live in the south again.
Wow, you have been on quite the journey. But it’s cool to hear that you have found what works perfect for you and your situation. That’s what it’s all about, finding something that makes you smile every time you twist the throttle. Ride safe!
I sold my first motorcycle a 73 Yamaha 125 decades ago. But did keep the 73 Yamaha 360 Enduro. I moved up to a Buell Ulysses this year. Still looking for the unicorn that does on and off-road great. Not old enough for a real Harley. But adv dad bikes seem to fit me.
What do you think about the SCL 500 for on and off road? Or are you looking for something that leans more off road than that?
I have take my wifes sportster down dirt roads. The 4 inchs of front fork travel doesn't do the best on dirt roads. The Amish kids waved to me to slow down. My wife only does like 15 down our 2 track to camp. I am tall so like taller bikes in standard upright riding position. I like cafe racers but my back don't. I like a squishy suspension. I just upgrading from my old 360 2 stroke after riding it again for a couple of years. Because I hadn't rode for 20 years. I would rather have an agricultural power in a bike. Low end torque.
Great video mate
I'm moving country soon (live as an expat abroad) and have to sell my first bike which I have loved. Will definitely be upgrading to a higher CC and durability bike for next one.
Thank you! Good luck with the move, it’s hard to see your first bike go. But it’s a great opportunity to find something new.
My wife rode a rebel for years before getting a sportster. I have aged out of riding my old Enduro hard. I used to even do some ice racing on my old Enduro. Nothing wrong with owning more than one motorcycle. I have a 78 Yamaha 250 dirt bike too.
That’s awesome! I totally agree, there isn’t an issue with more than one bike that I can see!
The best thing to do is test ride everything, even bikes you don’t think you would ride.
I got a second bike five months after starting out on the 500. It was great for building my confidence in riding, and also just helping me figure out what kind of rider I saw myself becoming. Things that pushed me to upgrade included being super sore after a six hour ride and yeah, wanting a little bit more power. Oh, and my buddy that got me into riding had just bought a new bike so my eyes started wandering... Knowing what I know now though, I wouldn't change my choice of starter bike one bit. I probably wouldn't have upgraded so soon if I hadn't wandered into a showroom floor with said buddy and all the shiny bikes started calling to me...
Hahah, you are right. Staying away from new bikes is a great way to keep your first bike longer! What did you end up upgrading to?
Thanks for sharing your experience!
@@evergreenmoto I ended up with a Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro. Setting aside all the whiz-bang features, It's just way more comfortable overall for riding in the city because of the different suspension. I found the ergonomics more agreeable, too. That having been said, I did not sell/trade in the Rebel, I still have it for sentimental reasons, first bike and all, though we'll see what happens down the line...
@@TonyN491 that’s awesome, Triumph makes some really cool bikes! I totally agree, getting ride of the first bike would be hard… ride safe!
I plan on keeping my 500 for the long haul
That’s awesome, I totally understand that!
Not only what you said but also, because its a learner bike, I cant really upgrade it because I know I'm only going to sell it so after we actually learn to ride and are comfortable with riding on the streets, we want to get rid of it so we can hurry up and get what we actually want long term then we can also start upgrading it and make it our own.
Good call for sure, the idea of “why invest in a bike that won’t be long term” is a great point. Making a bike your own is a huge part of this hobby. Ride safe!
I want that Harley vtwin sound
Yep, I totally understand that. I love the vtwin sound!
I am planning to keep my rebel500 as long as I can
@@M.Z-r6b that’s awesome! I think the Rebel 500 is a great bike that can be enjoyed for a really long time. Ride safe!