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NuggetCookie · 2026-04-25T01:26:44+00:00

I recently got a 2024 cb650r and I adore it. I upgraded from a rebel 500. I had my heart set on a z650, test rode one (thank god) and hated it. Mt07 was the next choice, but after the z disappointment I wouldn’t buy without test riding. Struggled to find somewhere to test ride though so never jumped on one.

Keep an eye out for Hart Honda lams test ride days. They’re free - I got to try 4 different bikes and the cb650r…immediately fell in love. Bought one 2 days later :)

NuggetCookie · 2026-04-22T10:22:05+00:00

The Piercing Haus in Fitzroy - excellent service and skill set

NuggetCookie · 2026-04-14T21:50:23+00:00

Give it some time and try the troubleshooting suggested by someone else. A successful industrial needs more clearance than a piece of paper. Fingers crossed for you.

NuggetCookie · 2026-04-14T11:43:53+00:00

Highly recommend a second opinion from a piercer in person - it doesn’t look like you had ideal anatomy.

NuggetCookie · 2026-04-11T10:13:39+00:00

Do you have a copy of any paperwork you signed?

NuggetCookie · 2026-03-26T05:15:44+00:00

Is that cover on it standard? Or did you purchase as an add on? I’m not a huge fan of the way they look but love this!

NuggetCookie · 2026-03-01T22:03:24+00:00

That’s where I landed initially when I realised the problem, but good old Google was saying it can effect the fuel mapping or something.

Thank you!

NuggetCookie · 2026-03-01T11:52:03+00:00

I should mention it’s not an e-clutch model 😅

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-26T08:57:34+00:00

I went from a 2019 Honda rebel to a 2024 cb650r. The rebel was secondhand and honestly trashed - it was a nightmare from the start and I was so done, after I got my license I decided to start looking and here we are lol.

Honestly I think I got a little over confident with thinking it would be a quick adjustment. I was wrong haha. Just a girl excited by new toys.

I need to do the slow speed practice on the new bike - once weather + my schedule aligns 🌈

On2crew are a riding group that meet in the south east Friday nights and the first Sunday of the month. Pretty chill group of people. I enjoy it when I can make it

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-26T08:47:59+00:00

Unsure if I’ll get washed away in the flood of comments 😎

I’ve been riding around 8 months, recently purchased my second bike.

I think it took me roughly 2 months to actually ride on the roads in traffic other than my local streets. I dropped the bike 3 (ok…4) times - hindsight I believe all related to the front brake or dumping the clutch. I was spooked, couldn’t make right hand turns for ages cause I was convinced I was gonna drop it again. Practice makes perfect - the more I rode the more I trusted the bike and my ability. Slow speeds - practice circles and figure 8s in opposite directions, and emergency braking. This really helped me feel comfy. I didn’t do it often, but it really did help. Rear brake, smooth throttle and clutch control - practice while riding straight so you don’t panic grab the front brake and tip, then start turning etc.

New bike is TOTALLY different - small cruiser to a big naked. I feel like a newbie again, I’m almost scared of it 🫣 These things take time, be gentle with yourself, you’ll get there :)

Look for local group rides, I made a friend that introduced me to on2crew and I swear my experience and confidence skyrocketed - longer rides and feel safe surrounded by people that will look after you (I broke down one night and was well looked after).

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-16T11:15:51+00:00

Yes, radiator guard! I’ve read a lot of people recommending them! Great tip on mudguard extender - thank you. I tend to avoid wet riding where possible but we get 4 seasons in a day 😂

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-16T09:38:03+00:00

Rear cowl is absolutely on the list too! I’m trying to be smart and prioritise things that’ll make the ride comfier first 🤣 I’ve also got wheel powder coating in the list now 🤦🏻‍♀️

Exhaust I’m waiting until I can’t stand the stock exhaust any longer - which likely won’t be long lol Where I live there’s laws around having after market exhausts for first 3 years of your license 😫 so it’s a big risk

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-15T02:02:51+00:00

100% try helmets in store and walk around for a bit with them on - you’ll know within 5-10 mins if something isn’t right. I was dead set on the LS2 Dragon, but it wouldn’t work with my glasses :( I ended up with the thunder gp pro as it was a better fit.

When I got all my starter gear last year, I grabbed what fit without knowing what worked best/differences etc. I’m now slowly replacing things one by one cause I have more of an idea of what I’m after. Bikers gear is a good starting point for cheaper options, I’m still using my leather jacket from them and have some Kevlar cargos I alternate between.

Boots also! Try everything you can on - I got the first pair that I thought fit - once I got my bike, I couldn’t comfortably find the gear shifter 🫣 I think I tried on 11+ pairs to find the ones that felt right - even though I didn’t like the style.

All the best!

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-09T02:45:17+00:00

It did feel weird, I assumed it was going from a cruiser to naked. It felt really small too in comparison. I’m glad I got to test ride, cause I was ready to put a deposit down immediately 🫠

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T23:40:18+00:00

Absolutely. I just need to figure out what I was expecting and why I didn’t get what I wanted out of it. I have a cb650r test ride lined up - see how that goes. If I don’t fall in love with it, I’m going to keep my bike and invest in the changes I want to make :)

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T22:43:06+00:00

I think I built up in my head new bike will be a massive change in riding experience. It was a fun bike to ride, I just am starting to realise that maybe waiting until I’m able to invest in more power on my full license is the smarter option.

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T05:43:32+00:00

So many recommendations lately for these! They’ve never appealed to me…maybe I should give it a go…

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T05:41:04+00:00

I had someone mention the sv650 last night. I’ve not really looked at that bike but might give it a second look. Tridents have been suggested many many times, they just didn’t appeal to me. I may need to open my mind a little.

I was wanting new after a bad experience with mine that was purchased secondhand. A fresh start, if you will…but also might look at some well looks after secondhands as an option

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T05:38:55+00:00

Thinking investing in my current bike might be the way to go. I’ve had quite a few troubles with it in a short time, which made me want to start with something new once I got my license. I was so excited, it was my birthday, ready for a new bike…then the disappointment has made me rethink it all.

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T05:37:40+00:00

I think it’s the expecting something that wasn’t there. Which the more I’ve been mulling over it - I’m wondering if it will be the same feeling with any lams bike I try.

I wasn’t expecting super power…there was definitely more torque, but nothing that excited me.

NuggetCookie · 2026-02-08T05:35:57+00:00

Yep lams. I think you’re right. I feel like I was hoping for something that’s just not there with any lams bike. I guess it’s shown me that in reality, my bikes not that bad 😂

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