saintjon Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hi guys / ladys First post so sorry if it poorly presented. I passed my test this week after a few weeks on off training. I had not riden a bike since i was 17 years old, must be the age because i had the sudden to get back on a bike. 3 weeks ago i sat the theory test (what was that hazard perception thing all about) Cbt & a few lessons later there i was with a pass certificate. Next decision what bike? Did some research on various sites on recomendations for a good bike to start with after 24 years no riding. recieved some great advice from severa; people & came up with a shortlist of 3. 1/ Honda cbr600f 2/ Yamaha Fazer 3/ YZF 600 Thundercat. Came across an immaculate 1997 thundercat with full history & 2 owners 13k on the clock. Picked it up last night (bit nervous of it at first) have hardly been of it since, can not get the smile off my face. seems a good choice for a novice. look forward to joining in with the chats & any advice warmly welcomed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Airhead Posted May 15, 2008 Moderator Share Posted May 15, 2008 Nice one, well done, where you been all that time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R1evad Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Good choice of bike, the cat is pretty bomb proof and can take a bit of stick as you progress. You will soon be asking "which tyres are best for trackdays" and the like, no doubt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoKz Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 welcome to the forum glad to see you are back on a bike fazer is definatly worth having a look at! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aced Up Posted May 15, 2008 Share Posted May 15, 2008 welcome matey... Being biased I'd say the Thundercat would be a nice bike to get into Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnie Posted May 17, 2008 Share Posted May 17, 2008 im told the fazer is a good bike ,,,,,,, ive had a gsx 600 cbr 600 & a fzr 600 . i like the look of the thundercat , im like you not been on the bikes for about 18 years or so . good luck & take care ,,,,,,,,,,,,, still looking for the one i want---------i missed a fazer last month for 2 grand it had 8000 miles on the clock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beowulf Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 Hi & welcome i have a top box rack for a cat i live in lancaster if your near me you can have it they are very handy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnie Posted May 18, 2008 Share Posted May 18, 2008 ive not bought one yet if i do i will give you a shout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnsy Posted May 21, 2008 Share Posted May 21, 2008 Nice 1 m8, I did the same thing after 26 years without riding, got the 98 thundercat 5 week ago and I still have the silly grin on my face. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Mc Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 im told the fazer is a good bike ,,,,,,, ive had a gsx 600 cbr 600 & a fzr 600 . i like the look of the thundercat , im like you not been on the bikes for about 18 years or so . good luck & take care ,,,,,,,,,,,,, still looking for the one i want---------i missed a fazer last month for 2 grand it had 8000 miles on the clock Have a look here http://fazerowners.yuku.com/forums/10 there are a couple of Fazers for sale at the moment. Fazer 600 is a good machine, Foxeye model uses the Thundercat engine. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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