Lukka Posted July 31, 2022 Posted July 31, 2022 So am just looking to buy my first bike... So i want to buy a cbr 954 but ppl told me not to buy a 1000cc bike as a starter.. (even tough am not looking to drive fast and test my limts i just like the look of that bike..,) so i was wondering is yamaha xj6 diversion 2009 good to star on and learn then swap to 954 after 2 3 4 years... (cuz my friend will sell me his diversion and i can trust that bike is well maintained) ... Ty Quote
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted July 31, 2022 Posted July 31, 2022 You can start on any bike so long as you have the sense and skill to handle it. You can get into trouble just as quickly on a 600 as a 1000. However there's nothing wrong with starting with something that's easier to ride whilst you learn road skills. Plus it might be kinder on your insurance, have you checked what the CBR would cost you compared to the Diversion? Where are you up to with your training and tests? 1 Quote
Lukka Posted July 31, 2022 Author Posted July 31, 2022 Honestly didnt check the insurance but it wont matter i think cuz 954 is 2001 or 02 bike and it will prolly need a lot of work and time and money but since its my dream bike am ready to invest in it.. Its just my fear of what ppl told me so... So am just getting my drivers licence but i have a lot of friends riders who will teach me and ill also take that racing course just to make sure i know all that i can before i start... Quote
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted July 31, 2022 Posted July 31, 2022 Get some professional training. If the bike is a project fair enough but if you've not ridden or driven before you would be wise to do some proper training before going near a powerful bike. One thing is being able to handle a bike. Having road experience is something else. 1 Quote
Lukka Posted July 31, 2022 Author Posted July 31, 2022 Yes i know thats why i am asking cuz everyone told me so so thats why ill start ona a 600cc diversion and drive it 2 3 4 yrs till i feel i can ride that without thinking and then ill buy a 954... Ty for the advices and good luck on the road Quote
onesea Posted August 1, 2022 Posted August 1, 2022 My answer buy both Dream bikes are for ridding on high days and holidays, you can do the work on it. Get it road ready in your own time, or shop around for a better one. Whilst doing that you can use the diversion to go and get all the spares you need for the big bike and gain some road skills… A well maintained easy to ride bike from a trusted source is always good start. A big project bike means you will be cutting corners to get ridding. Its a no brainier IMHO Quote
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