Beginner Bike

[Fenwayfan55]

1) around 5'5'' 110 lbs
2) Mildly-Aggressive (car wise, never ridden a bike before)
3) i want to ride with friends probably on a dirt course?
4) No riding experience
5) probably wont race competitively, only with freinds
6) Not mechanicly inclined (EDIT) but wouldn't mind getting a little dirty and learning
7) Prefer a honda due to reliability but completely open to suggestions
8) Access to all brands (Live in Houston)
9) Not sure price wise. not too expensive but moneys not a problem
10) not in california
11) 15 years old
12) not much else to say but thanks for your help

 

[justalonewolf007]

I suggest finding a used XR 200 (or even an XR 250)to get the basics down. They are bullet proof, and maintenence is as simple as changing the oil regularly, and filling it with gas...

After you learn on that...and use it for a year even two...find a Honda CR 125 (race bike)...You'll have to mix gas for it...but the engine is pretty basic...and given you take care of it (somewhat more maintenence than the XR models, but it has the suspension you'll be looking for if you plan on riding tracks).

 

[Fenwayfan55]

Also, what are your opinions on dual-purpose bikes like (not only) the KLX 250S and the DR200SE?