Still looking for a cycle. Took a motorcycle safety course over the weekend and had an absolute blast.

Still considering the 2006 Shadow 750. Now looking at a '97 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Classic. The Vulcan has 22K miles, and I think it's overpriced a bit at $3,200.

are you able to ride year round in sc?
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Yes. At its coldest in the winter, it's about 30-40 degrees in the early morning. By mid-morning/afternoon, typically into the 50s.

I got a 1997 750 Honda Magna last summer and I love it. Plenty of power, looks great, comfortable for my size (5-10 190). Only downside is the range, only get about 90 miles per tank, not really an issue for me cause I generally ride less than 2 hours at a time. I would get another Honda in a second (actually would like to get a dual sport)!

i was just going to say that bike prices should start dropping in a couple months around here. that's the weather though.
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I'm wondering if it might be wise for me to spend less money on a smaller bike with plans to upgrade when I outgrow it. Spend less money knowing that at some point there's a decent chance I'll drop it or something. Seen some Honda Rebels (2008/2009 models, 250cc) for pretty damn cheap.

How much do they want for the 06 Shadow 750? What does it have on it? Saddlebags, windshield, highway pegs, etc.?

I bought my 2005 Shadow with 8800 (if memory serves) miles for $4300. Vulcans are around the same price range. Seems to me that $3200 for a 12 year old bike with 22k on it is a little high. You should offer them less. Say "I'll give you $2500 today". They can either take it or leave it.

Yeah, those are 4k brand new. But they are small and not much power. How big are you? Does your wife plan to ride on it with you? Most people on here told me a Yamaha VStar 650 or something around that is a great size with which to start. Now that I have ridden mine for a few months, I agree with that.

Please not that I know dixk about motorcycles, but I've heard insurance on starter bikes is high because everybody wrecks them. Since you aren't going the crotch rocket route, you should be OK, but I'd still check.
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i dont know if i would go with a rebel. i advocate starting small because there's no way you can lose, but i saw one at my honda dealer the other day and it looked closer to a bicycle. taller riders i bet would hit the bars with their legs. my guess is that it can go 70 but it might be near its limits. i would put you on a vulcan 500 if I could. more highway capability and perfect for a learner.

insurance on all bikes other than the very expensive ones and sportbikes is cheap. insurance on a new honda rebel would be nothing.

Just thought I would post this if anyone in the area is interested. 2007 VStar 650 for $4750. Sounds like a really good deal to me.
http://topeka.craigslist.org/mcy/1265916906.html

Makes sense. The guy I talked to was probably referring to sport bikes.
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FMB,
http://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/mcy/1267259951.html