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::*A smaller (cc) bike is cheaper to insure and feed. | ::*A smaller (cc) bike is cheaper to insure and feed. | ||
::*If you drop an expensive bike you lose a lot of money. You're more likely to drop a bike in the first week, first month, and first year than in the next 2 years (based on | ::*If you drop an expensive bike you lose a lot of money. You're more likely to drop a bike in the first week, first month, and first year than in the next 2 years (based on observation). Personally, on a first bike I'd gamble as little as possible in terms of value. | ||
::*Instead of sinking $5000 into a bike, sink 1000 into gear, and less than four into the bike. You'll have good gear for a long time. | ::*Instead of sinking $5000 into a bike, sink 1000 into gear, and less than four into the bike. You'll have good gear for a long time. | ||