[newrider]

Hello guys..this is my first post and I am relatively a new rider in Australia..I have ridden motorcycles elsewhere but not much in Australia..I have got a full license and few months ago I did a mistake of buying a Hyosung GV250..I thought I will start with 250 but soon I realised that I need at least 500 and bit more grunt..there is no fun..Its going to be little long post, so please bear with me..

Now I like the look of the cruiser but I like little speed and fun too..I dont like the look of hardcore sportsbilke..So I want something a mix which goes relatively quick and looks good too..I drive quick cars and love speed..thats how I have come to these 3 contenders..I understand they are three different types of bikes and all and its not easy to put them all against each other but this 3 are the ones I shortlisted..

I weigh only 58 kgs and dont want very heavy bike..The purpose of the bike is mainly commuting to work..Street 500 looks really nice, new platoform, new engine, under 10k, looks promising to me. Its not very very quick but relatively sporty??

Bolt looks good too but not entirely sure if its the right bike for me..the seat looks bit far from the tank and not sure if its comfortable..the specs look good and paper and seems quite quick..

then comes to scrambler..I just came across it and the moment I looked at it, I loved it! It doesn't look like hardcore sportsbike nor like cruiser..like the styling..and when I saw the specs, I was super impressed..so lightweight yet plenty of power with great styling..

I know I have to test ride all of these to get the full idea but what do you experts think?

If you are in my position, which one will you pick and why?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Jerry Winder]

If I was in your position I'd go for the Scrambler. It doesn't have too much power for a new rider, it's got a low seat height which will give you confidence as a new rider, it's got enough power that you won't be bored with it inside 6 months, it's a quality product and it has pretty good service intervals. Economy should be good too.

The Yamaha will be exceptionally reliable and will go forever but I suspect resale won't be great, small cruisers rarely keep their value unless they're Harleys or Triumphs. It will certainly be down on power in comparison to the Scrambler but it will have an insanely low seat height, which again would be good for your confidence. This is the replacement for the Yamaha Virago which was hugely popular bike and no doubt Yamaha will have born that in mind when designing it.

I suspect the Harley will keep its value best of all three, Harley resale values are always good but again, like the Yamaha it will be down on power and it will be heavier than the Ducati. Another bike with a seat height lower than a rattlesnake.

In fairness all three bikes would be fine for a new rider and they're all made by quality companies but as you say the only way you'll know for sure will be to test ride all three but in my opinion you'd have more fun on the Scrambler.

Jerry

 

[BugSpatteredJacket]

Having seen the H-D Street in person, I'd recommend you look at the Bolt or Scrambler instead. Fit and finish was lacking imho on the H-D and being new, let them work the gremlins out of the engine before buying new.

I have tried the Bolt before. Now, with the CSpec, there is a configuration to suit all size of riders. Haven't had a chance to ride the Duc ... yet. At least with Yam and Duc you are getting two tried and tested engines that are bullet proof. Also, fit and finish are superior, again, imho. Another bike you may want to consider is the FZ/MT-07.

Food for thought.

 

[w2darren]

Welcome to the forum Newrider, most on this site will say go for the Ducati Scrambler,
(i wonder why)

But from what your saying, the scrambler does ticks all the boxes,
Power
Light
Good looks
Bulletproof engine.

Good luck on what ever you choose.

 

[newrider]

thanks guys..Street 500 got launched today and I had a look in flesh today..looks good but they don't offer any test ride at the moment..however, I am thinking of dropping it from the list as I think I will crave for more power..If street 750 had come to Australia, I would have considered..I sat on Bolt too but I find it quite heavy..So only scrambler remains..

Now can you all please help me with this query?? I read on another forum that scrambler won't be comfortable on motorways..I am planning to use it for commuting to work, 50kms total daily and most of it on freeway (motorway)..Also Melbourne is quite windy at times..

Do you think scrambler will struggle with wind?? Pardon my ignorance as this will be first naked type bike and don't have much idea about wind blast etc

Thanks

 

[Mixup]

Hello guys..this is my first post and I am relatively a new rider in Australia..I have ridden motorcycles elsewhere but not much in Australia..I have got a full license and few months ago I did a mistake of buying a Hyosung GV250..I thought I will start with 250 but soon I realised that I need at least 500 and bit more grunt..there is no fun..Its going to be little long post, so please bear with me..

Now I like the look of the cruiser but I like little speed and fun too..I dont like the look of hardcore sportsbilke..So I want something a mix which goes relatively quick and looks good too..I drive quick cars and love speed..thats how I have come to these 3 contenders..I understand they are three different types of bikes and all and its not easy to put them all against each other but this 3 are the ones I shortlisted..

I weigh only 58 kgs and dont want very heavy bike..The purpose of the bike is mainly commuting to work..Street 500 looks really nice, new platoform, new engine, under 10k, looks promising to me. Its not very very quick but relatively sporty??

Bolt looks good too but not entirely sure if its the right bike for me..the seat looks bit far from the tank and not sure if its comfortable..the specs look good and paper and seems quite quick..

then comes to scrambler..I just came across it and the moment I looked at it, I loved it! It doesn't look like hardcore sportsbike nor like cruiser..like the styling..and when I saw the specs, I was super impressed..so lightweight yet plenty of power with great styling..

I know I have to test ride all of these to get the full idea but what do you experts think?

If you are in my position, which one will you pick and why?

Thanks in advance.

Welcome Newrider,

Well from general knowledge all know Harleys are only good in a straight line riding, and the attached review confirms it one way or another.Also poor brakes. Guess if you had a tick box the Scrambler would come out on top as indicated via other members.

Harley-Davidson Street 500 first ride review

Also a review on the bolt
Yamaha Bolt cruiser review - Motorbike Writer

Apologise if you have seen these already

 

[Jerry Winder]

thanks guys..Street 500 got launched today and I had a look in flesh today..looks good but they don't offer any test ride at the moment..however, I am thinking of dropping it from the list as I think I will crave for more power..If street 750 had come to Australia, I would have considered..I sat on Bolt too but I find it quite heavy..So only scrambler remains..

Now can you all please help me with this query?? I read on another forum that scrambler won't be comfortable on motorways..I am planning to use it for commuting to work, 50kms total daily and most of it on freeway (motorway)..Also Melbourne is quite windy at times..

Do you think scrambler will struggle with wind?? Pardon my ignorance as this will be first naked type bike and don't have much idea about wind blast etc

Thanks

The scrambler is a bike where you'll be sat upright in the wind so it won't be the best bike for motorways but one of the things about bikes is that there is no single 'do it all' bike. You'll be fine on the Scrambler up to 70-80mph, after that it can get a bit tough on your neck for long periods. If you want to be able to nail it at license losing speeds for long periods you need a faired bike but from your posts I don't think thats what you're currently looking for. Blustery wind is a pain on any bike so don't worry about it.

In summary the Scrambler will be fine upto reasonable speeds.

Jerry

 

[TC3]

On a naked bike without a screen your body acts as a sail and you will get pushed back by head on strong wind at higher speeds. In cross winds there is not any fairing that the wind can push against from the side which is good but relax your grip and let the bike move beneath you as much better than a grip of death and fighting the wind. I guess a screen is the way to go as will help a lot depending on the height obviously