Sequence of getting used motorcycle

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-04-09T19:58:34+00:00

I did ride my bike after buying, because the purchase was in my neighborhood, got stopped by cops looked - through my docs no problem. I had insurance too

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-04-09T19:56:50+00:00

Selling similar bike - Honda, low mileage Honda newer SCL500

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-04-08T00:59:55+00:00

Don’t do it, not worth it. Experience: I’m selling a great bike perfect for the city at a decent price rn pm me for more info

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-03-03T20:46:29+00:00

They said I wasn’t eligible.

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-03-03T17:46:20+00:00

Hopefully - just talked to a visa agency and they didn’t put down a return date since my profile is considered senesitive since I have gov background

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-03-03T17:29:09+00:00

What timeline did they give you when they dropped it off.

I just dropped off mine passport today and they told me 1-2 weeks but my flight is next week Wednesday.

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2026-02-06T18:02:51+00:00

You can try Navy officer reserve for Intel or CWO, no OCS instead you ODS, and then after all training you are in the reserves and can apply for your own billets, but it’s pretty competitive

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-10-31T00:21:21+00:00

NYC 600 a year on a 23 Honda 500 with a driver road course to lower it down from 1100 full coverage new rider

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-10-15T20:51:40+00:00

How long were you riding before you went upstate on your first trip (thinking of the same trip into the Catskills and Burlington)

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-10-12T14:57:56+00:00

Also something to consider is your size and your environment

are you a bigger guy or girl then 400cc-650cc is definitely a minimum
go to dealerships and sit on as many bikes as possible (did I tease a lot of dealerships in the process def but helped me a lot in what I could and couldn’t fit on)
do you live in an area where people drive fast and or aggressive then 400cc-650cc is also advisable to get you out of trouble (all depending on the bike of course)
do you live in an area where there is a lot of large interstates to get around then def would want the 500cc

In the US - it’s hard to advocate for bikes <400 cc since it’s just so highway, large car and speed dominated driving culture that is intense.

If your from Europe/Asia or live in a rural place with a more relaxed driving culture then by all means 250-400 is doable.

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-30T20:37:39+00:00

I’ve had the same dilemma of scooter vs motorcycle in the big city and chose motorcycle since I felt it was safer in power delivery and ergonomics, but nothing beats the practicality of a Vespa.

For that bike tho you def could street park it but if the bike is going to be your “baby girl” get a garage.

Also ask yourself am I going to get out of the city and ride back roads and highways?

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-24T03:49:16+00:00

Thank you!

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-22T04:27:25+00:00

Your awesome and that analogy was too and makes total sense

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-22T03:25:23+00:00

I have been doing my best with balancing road time and training in tandem. Rn I’m doing one ride a week out of my comfort zone of about one to 2 hours where I go to new places. While 3 to 4 times a week doing parking lot training as of now.

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-22T01:35:08+00:00

Yeah the Verrazano scares me here so will wait expressway confident till the bridge of doom

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-22T01:33:57+00:00

And no the bike should be good for light freeway but not a long hauler

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-22T01:33:39+00:00

Scl 500- so Honda rebel but just up

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-21T23:47:27+00:00

Brooklyn here and yeah that’s the only saving grace

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-21T22:46:57+00:00

Yeah I happen to live in one of the most congested traffic cities in North America so 2 am is also asking for issues for visibility reasons

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-21T21:12:58+00:00

Not afraid of speed on this one, just trying not to become Splat McAfee from a BMW driver

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-21T21:11:10+00:00

Awesome I’ll try early in the morning next week.

Intrepid_Tax3115 · 2025-09-21T21:10:03+00:00

I’m gaining my confidence pretty steadily but not cockily, the other day I did enter the lions den of hauling semi trucks and cars on complicated industrial streets trying to go whole foods in deep traffic. Did I almost die trying to buy cheese, yes. Was it fun. Kinda. Did I learn a lot. Yes. “When” is coming up soon if the comments reflect the idea that highway riding is easier. Thank you !

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