New Rider and need advise from Senior Riders.

[Vroom21605204529]

Hi guys,

 

Just passed my TP and got my license last week. I am very excited to ride around Singapore but I have few doubts and queries getting my first bike.

 

I am 50/50 with getting brand new bike or getting a second hand bike first. All I know is getting a brand new bike is less hassle coz bike shop wil help with all the admin stuffs while getting a second hand, I might encounter some newbie problems like doing proper checking of bike, kena cheated by seller, apply insurance and all.

 

Most likely I will end up getting second hand bike first, incase i drop here drop there the bike, it wont be that painful hehe.

And I want to have a feel riding in public roads as well. Looking for a street bike with fuel consumption by the way.

 

Hope I can seek for some advise from you pro riders out there.

[Vroom21605204529]

I miss out to highlight as well what are the things to check and do when buying a second hand motorbike.

 

Advise please:)

[JiaWing]

most importantly are u going to take class 2a after 1 year and change bike?

if yes then just get a cheap 2nd hand bike will do

[kaiq]

Regardless of continuing for 2A after a year, my advise for first bike is to get a 2nd hand bike. Trash around, learn basic maintenance and repair skills, and gain enough experience to know what you really want on a bike.

 

Plus brand new bike price depreciation like crazy in the first year, don't bother getting one till you know for sure what you want.

[vvv]

I strongly advise get most 2nd hand during 1st bird year.

 

Eg, New bike = $13000 (If you don't know how to take care after 1 year can worst than 2nd hand)

 

For 2nd hand = Depend on condition, but prepare $2000 for overhaul and repair parts. If you can get a bike that had 3 years+ COE for around $2000+ with suay repair $2000 = $4000. Still cheap..

[scubasimon]

Unless you have experience looking at engines and stuff, find someone who is to go along with you when scouting for your bike. Take your time and do not rush. The right bike will come your way eventually.

 

 

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