by Wayne Leon Learmond

Created on: September 21, 2010

So, you have learned all of your motorbike basics, you have completed your safety course, bought all of your safety gear and now you feel it is time to purchase your new bike. Yet, there are many things that you should consider before you hand over your cash to the dealer. One of the biggest errors that new riders often make is purchasing a bike that is far too powerful for them - or a bike that is uncomfortable to ride.

Look very carefully before you purchase, and write down questions that you may want to ask the dealer. Indeed, an engine that is 600cc and over stay away from, as the bike would be uncontrollable to a beginner rider. So, bikes that are powerful in performance, stay away from until you are experienced enough. Indeed, by learning your bike-riding skills on a slower bike, will stand you in good stead for more powerful models later on, when you decide to upgrade.

Are the roads full of traffic? Will you be riding down country lanes? Or will you be using your bike for long-distance riding? All of these things you must consider before you purchase. The thing is, is that motorcycles come in different shapes and different sizes. It is your job to decide which bike suits your body best. Bikes can become like old settees, forming over time, and with regular use, to kind of mould into your body.

You must chose a bike that will suit your individual needs and a bike that is comfortable to ride as well. How will riding the bike you have chosen impact on your experience using it? You must consider this very carefully. Will you only be using the bike for weekend journeys? If that is the case, could you perhaps put up with the bike being uncomfortable to ride, if it was a sexy-looking motorcycle? The choice is yours.

So, when picking your bike, recognizing your needs before you step into the shop, will make life a lot easier for both you and the dealer. Know what options you have available, and also know how much you are willing to spend on what you want. Because there has been a proliferation in the choices of bikes one can choose these days, confusion can set in as to what exactly you are looking for, plus how much you are willing to spend. Do your research first, and never go unprepared, as you could be sold a bike that is totally unsuitable for your needs - plus too powerful to ride.

Because of the choices out there, it can seem daunting to say the least trying to pick a bike that is suitable. But, this will be your most important purchase because you not only

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