I am 61 and thinking of buying a new VStar 250. Last time I rode was 40 years ago, and that was on a friend's bike from time to time. I am in great health, but worry that I may be too old. Hey, but thanks for the video. All the best to you!
I have the old school 1989 Virago XV250 Route 66 model (same bike just a few cosmetic changes) and enjoy it everyday I can. Do the gear change (I did the 16/45 stock up to 17/38 set with a roller chain) and add your personal touch to it and it will pay off in the end. I did custom paint (my own rattle can job ) and open exhaust (Opened with a build up to 2") . I am an old phart and disabled but this bike works perfect for me. I have been on a few charity rides and my H-D brothers and sisters have not had an issue (yet) with me doing the rides and runs. I added a set of Viking saddle bags for storage. Phone mount with a JBL Flip 4 for audio ( if you can hear it over the exhaust). I have R.A. stage 3-4 and have issues holding up weight but I am still riding thanks to the XV250. Salute 07 from this old school vet.
The VStar is a great bike and a wonderful way to develop your riding skills! My current ride is a 1982 BMW R65 "airhead". Looking forward to seeing your further adventures on the bike. I live in Florida and winter is the nicest time of year to ride. I will be thinking of you. Also, liked and subscribed. Merry Christmas to all!
I didn't even do it justice. It is so lightweight and comfortable to ride and the only issue is not enough power after 80kmph which is more than enough for city riding. I highly recommend 😊
I just got this same bike two days ago (haven't even ridden it yet). It's in pretty rough shape and needs a lot of work but it runs. I figure with my full time job (and tons of overtime) it's going to take me probably two years to find the time to fix it up.
Riders Plus. Not many insurance companies will take you without the motorcycle course or 1 year of riding experience. I couldn't ride until I passed the course.
Small motorcycles are more fun than bigger motorcycles. The only things some bigger motorcycles offer is a smoother ride on the highway with more power. Unless you are always riding at 70 mph there is no need for a 500-900 pound cruiser. I ride a 125 cc scooter forty miles a day. For about six miles of my day it is wide open on a six lane road going four mph over the speed limit. I do that to get to the overpasses that drop the top speed to the speed limit of 50 mph. It has a storage area under the seat and is only 225 pounds. Which makes it very easy to push around when parking. I'm considering getting a V Star 250 so that I can ride the Interstate highways around town. Such would be needed to make it legal for the 70 mph roads. The bigger engine might even get better gas mileage because it won't be so stressed. My scooter only gets mpgs in the 60s when commuting to work at high speed. When it is just ridden in the neighborhoods at 40 mph or slower it can get 91 mpg.
I've had bigger bikes and I can do the same things on my V Star 250. I've had it for going on 6 years and I have no intention to get rid of it. Don't listen to this woman, she's speaking from a unenlightened point of view.
For some people their transportation preference is about styling and fitting in with others more than just using a good enough economical tool. Otherwise we all would be driving four cylinder economy cars. I prefer small motorcycles because of lighter weight and better fuel economy. Thousands of people have stated that riding a Honda Grom style motorcycle is the most fun they've ever had on two wheels. Why they return to riding bigger motorcycles after making such statements tells me that most of them have ego problems. Those who need to commute on fast highways understandably use bigger motorcycles.
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I am 61 and thinking of buying a new VStar 250. Last time I rode was 40 years ago, and that was on a friend's bike from time to time. I am in great health, but worry that I may be too old. Hey, but thanks for the video. All the best to you!
I have the old school 1989 Virago XV250 Route 66 model (same bike just a few cosmetic changes) and enjoy it everyday I can. Do the gear change (I did the 16/45 stock up to 17/38 set with a roller chain) and add your personal touch to it and it will pay off in the end. I did custom paint (my own rattle can job ) and open exhaust (Opened with a build up to 2") . I am an old phart and disabled but this bike works perfect for me. I have been on a few charity rides and my H-D brothers and sisters have not had an issue (yet) with me doing the rides and runs. I added a set of Viking saddle bags for storage. Phone mount with a JBL Flip 4 for audio ( if you can hear it over the exhaust). I have R.A. stage 3-4 and have issues holding up weight but I am still riding thanks to the XV250. Salute 07 from this old school vet.
The VStar is a great bike and a wonderful way to develop your riding skills! My current ride is a 1982 BMW R65 "airhead". Looking forward to seeing your further adventures on the bike. I live in Florida and winter is the nicest time of year to ride. I will be thinking of you. Also, liked and subscribed. Merry Christmas to all!
I'm so glad you made this video I want this bike so much
I didn't even do it justice. It is so lightweight and comfortable to ride and the only issue is not enough power after 80kmph which is more than enough for city riding. I highly recommend 😊
I start with the v star 250 with the bull hand bar there easy to control check them out do like new or the old hand bar
I just got this same bike two days ago (haven't even ridden it yet). It's in pretty rough shape and needs a lot of work but it runs. I figure with my full time job (and tons of overtime) it's going to take me probably two years to find the time to fix it up.
She is right! Good bike for beginners
Like my woman great starters want another one in a year lol
Hey! Great vid. Who did you go to for your moto insurance?
Riders Plus. Not many insurance companies will take you without the motorcycle course or 1 year of riding experience. I couldn't ride until I passed the course.
@@CarLadyLisa thank you
tenho uma dessa e é muito legal
Yo tambien y la amo
Hoping to see your "sweet ride" here soon.
Olá sou do Brasil essa moto pararão de fábrica ela aqui em 2002 quanto ela custa aí em dolla
I’ve had mine for several years I never wanna sell it bury me with it
Admirable.
Small motorcycles are more fun than bigger motorcycles. The only things some bigger motorcycles offer is a smoother ride on the highway with more power. Unless you are always riding at 70 mph there is no need for a 500-900 pound cruiser.
I ride a 125 cc scooter forty miles a day. For about six miles of my day it is wide open on a six lane road going four mph over the speed limit. I do that to get to the overpasses that drop the top speed to the speed limit of 50 mph. It has a storage area under the seat and is only 225 pounds. Which makes it very easy to push around when parking.
I'm considering getting a V Star 250 so that I can ride the Interstate highways around town. Such would be needed to make it legal for the 70 mph roads. The bigger engine might even get better gas mileage because it won't be so stressed. My scooter only gets mpgs in the 60s when commuting to work at high speed. When it is just ridden in the neighborhoods at 40 mph or slower it can get 91 mpg.
How cool shit is it Carla?
I've had bigger bikes and I can do the same things on my V Star 250. I've had it for going on 6 years and I have no intention to get rid of it. Don't listen to this woman, she's speaking from a unenlightened point of view.
This woman's name is Lisa. We all have our preferences. I'm speaking from my experience based on my opinion of the bikes I've owned.
For some people their transportation preference is about styling and fitting in with others more than just using a good enough economical tool. Otherwise we all would be driving four cylinder economy cars.
I prefer small motorcycles because of lighter weight and better fuel economy. Thousands of people have stated that riding a Honda Grom style motorcycle is the most fun they've ever had on two wheels. Why they return to riding bigger motorcycles after making such statements tells me that most of them have ego problems. Those who need to commute on fast highways understandably use bigger motorcycles.
The bike might need more spunk ,but the rider has enough
It's a carbureted bike that thingamajig is the choke lever