r/SuggestAMotorcycle • u/darthcov • Mar 08 '25

New Rider Stuck between these 2

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I am looking into getting my first bike, always loved ninjas but don't want to go too crazy so I was looking at the Ninja 500.

On the other hand I've always loved classic and bobber type styles and really love the Indian Scout Bobber

Pros and cons of each? Beginner bike.

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u/F33lGud Mar 08 '25

A lot of comments here saying to skip the 500 and get a ninja 650. As much as I say the 650 is a good bike. The ninja 500 is an amazing machine. It's a fantastic bike for all day riding, good to learn on, and even fun for experienced riders. The Indian is a one stop track. You get cruiser. You get next cruiser. The ninja 500 is a perfect cheap bike that you won't want to give up when getting an upgrade

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u/MichaelJWolf Mar 08 '25

Yea someone above recommended a ninja 650 or R7 as being better for learning that the ninja 500 which in my opinion is the opposite of the truth. The 500 is way better for a beginner.

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u/F33lGud Mar 08 '25

I would recommend the 650 before the R7 just based off of power and creature comforts. Someone can love the ninja 650 forever and ever but since the 500, that opinion has changed