Hey /o/, I've decided that I want to get a motorcycle. I've

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The KLR will be perfectly fine. When people dont want bby riders starting on 600s+ they are usually referring to sport bikes or the such. Not single cylinder thumpers.

The KLR 650 is an absolute dog power wise. But you get a nice high seating position and a reliable engine and tranny.

I would say its an ideal first bike.

Have fun!!

>>>/o/dbt

>>15209124
If you can reach the ground comfortably, it's not a bad choice. It is tall and tippy, being that it's a dual-sport, but the power is easy to control and it's overall behaviour is mild.

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I did something similar OP, started on a CBR250, rode it for 6 motnhs and jumped up to a Triumph Tiger 800. I love the dualsport style. I dont regret moving up to a adventure bike.

>>15209124
650 Dual Sport bikes are very manageable, even for an absolute novice.

Other bikes to consider if you can't find a KLR in your area (I hope you're buying used for your first bike!) are the following-

DR650
XR650L
DRZ400
KLX400
FG650 if you have the money

I started out on a Honda American Classic Edition 750cc. I think the whole "Start out at 250-350" thing is mainly toward sports bikes.

>>15209124
no, a 600 is a lot of bike. a 650 is a fucking dog. youll be fine

How tall are you?
If you're a manlet consider something else.

>>15209124
When people say that they're talking about 600cc Super Sport bikes like the Honda CBR600RR or the Yamaha R6. These are extremely unforgiving and really not suitable for beginners.

The KLR is perfect for beginners. The power wont suprise you, it's easy to ride and it'll probably outlive you.

It's like cars, displacement isn't everything. A 1.8L Turbo hatchback will most likely be much quicker than a 6L Diesel truck

I started on a 650cc Naked/Standard bike and that was more than manageable for a beginner

>>15213011
5'10", king of the manlets.