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I currently have a V star 650 with 16k miles but I recently found a C50 with 3k miles. its a 2007 in perfect condition. they want my v star 650 plus 2k cash on top. is it worth it? I paid 1800 for my v star 650.

Been running Motoz Tractionator Adventure tire on the rear and Dual Venture on the front of my Urban GS.

Not loving the whine on pavement and wondering what you guys love to run for decent road performance while still retaining good off-road capabilities? Not as concerned about longevity, but would love to quiet down the noise a bit on the asphalt. Tractinator GPS maybe?

Or would something like Mitas Enduro Trail+ be the better compromise?

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I have been looking at tires for a bit; I usually buy Michelin Pilot Power but recently I have been doing a lot of highway riding. I am looking to get as long as possible out of these tires but still do some hard riding every now and then.

What is everyone's thoughts on the Bridgestone Battlax T33 Sport Touring Tires? I have seen people say they are getting between 10-12k miles out of these tires, is that true from any one that has used these tires?

Yes, I know that cc does not equal power but I've always had this question in mind and the recent rc450 reminded me of it again. So there's the cbr250rr with a proclaimed top speed of 110mph to 120mph. So do tell me why an rc450, which has a parallel twin engine, has a proclaimed top speed of 120mph? Why is it that it has an extra cylinder for more power and efficiency and still tops out at around the same speed as a 250cc cbr even though it has 56hp compared to the cbr's 41hp?

I am interested in everyones opinion on this bike as a first. listed at $800. It was running before it was put into storage.

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I like to keep my helmet visor a tiny bit open like 5%, since my new helmet an Scorpion Exo 391 i cant because one little bump closes the visor. any tips/ideas?

I recently bought an 08 Ninja 250 for my nephew as his first bike. The bike sat for about 10 years, so I took it apart and the carbs were completely gunked up, so I bought a new set and while I waited for them to come in, I put in new spark plugs and fuel line, and cleaned the tank out.

After installing the new carbs, the bike starts right up and idles fine, but instantly dies the moment you give it any throttle. Any ideas?

Per the title I want to get my first bike. I’ve read a bunch of Reddit posts from over the years and most of them suggest getting a low cc bike for $2000 at most and learning on that for a season or two. The problem for me is that there are 0 bikes under 2000 around me that run or have a title. The other issue is I’m kinda on the bigger side (6’1 230 lbs) and after sitting on some of the lower CC bikes, they are a bit uncomfortable and small for my liking. A few things to note: I’m 18, final year of high school, and passed my MSF course easily. I also bought all my gear beforehand (alpine stars gloves, ece and dot helmet, riding jacket). I don’t have much money so I can’t really afford to spend more than 2000/3000 anyway. I don’t want to take out any loans (most would probably be super predatory anyway considering I’m 18 and basically have no credit). Am I just priced out of this hobby? Am I basically just forced to wait until the economy gets better or I have more money? I feel kinda stuck right now because I did everything I’m supposed to do to start rising (getting my endorsement, gear, etc.) and it feels like I just wasted all my money on it since I’m not able to afford to get a bike. Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated because at this point I’m feeling kind of down about everything. Thanks.