Doing your own maintenance and repairs may have been an inconvenience but you'll be glad you learned how. Owning a motorcycle is a rewarding experience and the experience will come in handy.
Thanks for explaining about not being able to get work done on it. I was thinking seriously about getting the Venom Ghost 250 but I would need to be able to take it somewhere to get the work done on it. After watching your video I have decided to go with a more reputable brand that bike shops are accustomed to working on.
Thank you for sharing this video! I am planning on getting this as my first bike and think the venom ghost chopper will be great for a new rider like me
Thank you, @@laligagging ! I passed my MSF and just updated my license earlier this week. I'm revisiting this vid and I feel torn about the Venom. What do you miss about it? What was your top fave 3 things about it? I think I'm also excited about the fact that I'd get to do the oil changes and stuff to really form a relationhip with it. I love the super hero look/vibe of it and want to consider all of the cons. My list of pros right now is that it is a 250 which I feel is good for a beginner who just wants to ride around town, for now. But my friend also has a Honda Rebel 250 which she might sell me for less than the ghost. I don't think I've ever been more torn about a decision in my life, lol. THere's just something that I find so alluring about the ghost.
Hey there! If the rebel is in good shape, and you like how it feels, I would go for it! I liked my ghost…it was new and shiny, but I appreciate having a heavier, more substantial bike. I also like having the opportunity to get maintenance if I don’t want to do it myself. I didn’t have that with the ghost. The ghost isn’t bad, but I sold it quickly for something new. Follow your heart though! Either way, enjoy riding 😊
Ghost is a great beginner bike! Part of owning a motorcycle is learning how to take care of it. I plan on getting rid of mine soon too. But I love it and have never had a problem with it.
I’m glad you are enjoying it. I learned a ton about bikes tinkering with mine in the short time I had. Sometimes even now I miss it, but there definitely isn’t space in my garage.
Thank you so much for making this video! I just got my license and am starting on the Razkull 125cc. But I wanted to plan my next bike to go up in cc and saw this bike was good . My goal is to be able to ride my dream bike which is a Yamaha SR400.
@@laligagging ,I understand totally, happy for you,I can't wait, this one I'm still considering but sis said she'd take me to a place an let me see if something similar in price an maybe fuel injected.
If you aren’t sure you will like riding or if the price tag is a large part of your consideration, a venom bike is a good way to go, but if you don’t mind buying a more expensive bike, you’d be getting way more value in starting with the Royal Enfield. It is enough power to grow into, it’s super stylish, and it comes with a better warranty. If I could go back, I would probably buy my Royal Enfield interceptor first and skip the venom bike altogether. Good luck riding!
Old Honda CMX250 Rebel and Old Honda CB350 are about the same... but Hondas Take a look at the Honda Shadow Series if you ever want to go higher. I'm thinking of getting one as my 3rd bike.
Based on your pic, you have a nice bike. I think the ghost is a great start for someone new to riding. The bike is stylish, but on the small side. I was glad to have it when I did. I moved on to something bigger, and I’m happy with it for now. I hope you’re enjoying your bigger bike. Thanks for watching!
Hi there! From handlebars to ground is 42in which is about 3.5feet. I’m about 5’7. The bike allowed me to comfortably sit on it, but was ultimately pretty low. Anyone taller might have an issue
Is the venom ghost a good first bike? Id be using for getting from point A to point B and just for riding around. Do you think it's worth it just for that kinda use?
Absolutely! I would get the fuel injected version of the bike though. The carburetor is so annoying when it gets cold. But I used to ride the bike around town, and the neighborhood, and to work. It is fast enough to go on the Hwy, but I wouldn’t take it on the interstate.
There are plenty of bikes you can get in that price range (a little more expensive than the ghost) that are great bikes. I haven’t ridden a Honda rebel, but I’ve heard good things. I went with a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. Several of my friends have REs. I know someone who had a Yamaha MT07. He loved that bike. Watch a few videos and do a test ride, so you can see what you like. It will be much easier to get a more popular brand serviced. The Ghost will be something you’ll have to tinker with yourself. It is also only a 250, so it’s much slower.
Doing your own maintenance and repairs may have been an inconvenience but you'll be glad you learned how. Owning a motorcycle is a rewarding experience and the experience will come in handy.
Thanks for explaining about not being able to get work done on it. I was thinking seriously about getting the Venom Ghost 250 but I would need to be able to take it somewhere to get the work done on it. After watching your video I have decided to go with a more reputable brand that bike shops are accustomed to working on.
Can never go wrong with a chrome tank britbike.
I ride old birds, and dig the retro bikes!
Thank you for sharing this video! I am planning on getting this as my first bike and think the venom ghost chopper will be great for a new rider like me
Enjoy it! I know I did while I had, and honestly, I wish I still had it. It’s nice to have options! Happy riding!
Thank you, @@laligagging ! I passed my MSF and just updated my license earlier this week. I'm revisiting this vid and I feel torn about the Venom. What do you miss about it? What was your top fave 3 things about it? I think I'm also excited about the fact that I'd get to do the oil changes and stuff to really form a relationhip with it. I love the super hero look/vibe of it and want to consider all of the cons. My list of pros right now is that it is a 250 which I feel is good for a beginner who just wants to ride around town, for now. But my friend also has a Honda Rebel 250 which she might sell me for less than the ghost. I don't think I've ever been more torn about a decision in my life, lol. THere's just something that I find so alluring about the ghost.
Hey there! If the rebel is in good shape, and you like how it feels, I would go for it! I liked my ghost…it was new and shiny, but I appreciate having a heavier, more substantial bike. I also like having the opportunity to get maintenance if I don’t want to do it myself. I didn’t have that with the ghost. The ghost isn’t bad, but I sold it quickly for something new. Follow your heart though! Either way, enjoy riding 😊
Also the Honda grom is a good starter
Ghost is a great beginner bike! Part of owning a motorcycle is learning how to take care of it. I plan on getting rid of mine soon too. But I love it and have never had a problem with it.
I’m glad you are enjoying it. I learned a ton about bikes tinkering with mine in the short time I had. Sometimes even now I miss it, but there definitely isn’t space in my garage.
Thank you so much for making this video!
I just got my license and am starting on the Razkull 125cc. But I wanted to plan my next bike to go up in cc and saw this bike was good . My goal is to be able to ride my dream bike which is a Yamaha SR400.
Glad I could help! Thank you so much for watching. Keep practicing, and you’ll be on your dream bike in no time!
Thank you for letting us know,now I'll be working on getting a fuel injected bike,thank you,happy trails an safe riding
I was much happier with fuel injection, enjoy whatever you decide to get!
@@laligagging ,I understand totally, happy for you,I can't wait, this one I'm still considering but sis said she'd take me to a place an let me see if something similar in price an maybe fuel injected.
@@laligagging ,hopefully you can post a video of your new bike an your riding it an your thoughts.
I’m a beginner rider. Should just start with the Continental GT Royal Enfield? I’m interested in the venom sportster chopper.
If you aren’t sure you will like riding or if the price tag is a large part of your consideration, a venom bike is a good way to go, but if you don’t mind buying a more expensive bike, you’d be getting way more value in starting with the Royal Enfield. It is enough power to grow into, it’s super stylish, and it comes with a better warranty. If I could go back, I would probably buy my Royal Enfield interceptor first and skip the venom bike altogether. Good luck riding!
Damn u moved up. That's a sweet upgrade
Thank you! I really enjoy my Enfield.
Old Honda CMX250 Rebel and Old Honda CB350 are about the same... but Hondas
Take a look at the Honda Shadow Series if you ever want to go higher. I'm thinking of getting one as my 3rd bike.
I’ll definitely check it out. I ended up buying a royal endield, and I love it! But I do like to have options!
Wise decision selling the ghost👍
I really didn’t like the venom brought it for my wife taught her how to ride in 1 day next week we went & got her a Harley so I feel you.
Great video, how much does the RE cost?
Thank you! The tank color/ setup I bought is 6,699. The mark 2 is the most expensive option though. The other options go for 6,199.
I got a 2019 Royal Winfield 650 interceptor they are doing the recall on the calipers they will put brand new ones on it for you
I had the ghost in red sold it and move on to a bigger bike
Based on your pic, you have a nice bike. I think the ghost is a great start for someone new to riding. The bike is stylish, but on the small side. I was glad to have it when I did. I moved on to something bigger, and I’m happy with it for now. I hope you’re enjoying your bigger bike. Thanks for watching!
How big was the bike ? And how tall are you if you don’t mind me asking:)
Hi there! From handlebars to ground is 42in which is about 3.5feet. I’m about 5’7. The bike allowed me to comfortably sit on it, but was ultimately pretty low. Anyone taller might have an issue
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Is the venom ghost a good first bike? Id be using for getting from point A to point B and just for riding around. Do you think it's worth it just for that kinda use?
Absolutely! I would get the fuel injected version of the bike though. The carburetor is so annoying when it gets cold. But I used to ride the bike around town, and the neighborhood, and to work. It is fast enough to go on the Hwy, but I wouldn’t take it on the interstate.
@@laligagging do you think I should get the Honda Rebel 500 Instead? I'm worried that the ghost won't be reliable.
There are plenty of bikes you can get in that price range (a little more expensive than the ghost) that are great bikes. I haven’t ridden a Honda rebel, but I’ve heard good things. I went with a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. Several of my friends have REs. I know someone who had a Yamaha MT07. He loved that bike. Watch a few videos and do a test ride, so you can see what you like. It will be much easier to get a more popular brand serviced. The Ghost will be something you’ll have to tinker with yourself. It is also only a 250, so it’s much slower.
@@laligagging Thank you for your help. And great video!
I appreciate you watching. Glad I could help!
What is the acceleration on the ghost?
Because I don’t have the bike anymore, I don’t have that spec. I’m really sorry.
What website did you sell the ghost in?
I sold it in person to a friend I know
Where did you bought it?
I bought it at venom motorsports
Where is the fuse box
The fuse box is under the seat