Hi folks,
Considering buying a Warrior and I'm looking for some input from owners as to whether it is a good choice for me. Some background:
I've only owned one other bike - an '88 750 Ninja. I rode it almost daily for 3 years. But I haven't ridden much or owned a bike in almost 15 years.
I figure I'm too old (36) for another crotch rocket, and I'd like to start taking some longer rides. The thing that appeals to me about the Warrior is that it seems to be good middle-ground between sport bikes and cruisers.
My concerns: the Warrior weighs about 50% more than my Ninja. I'm 5'10 and in good shape, but I'm about 140 pounds soaking wet. I'm also concerned that having ridden a sport bike for so long, I may be disappointed with the way it handles.
What are your thoughts? For those who have ridden sport bikes in the past, how does the Warrior handle in comparison? And for the smaller/lighter riders on the list, do you feel like the Warrior is too big and heavy to comfortably handle?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Dean H.
Considering buying a Warrior and I'm looking for some input from owners as to whether it is a good choice for me. Some background:
I've only owned one other bike - an '88 750 Ninja. I rode it almost daily for 3 years. But I haven't ridden much or owned a bike in almost 15 years.
I figure I'm too old (36) for another crotch rocket, and I'd like to start taking some longer rides. The thing that appeals to me about the Warrior is that it seems to be good middle-ground between sport bikes and cruisers.
My concerns: the Warrior weighs about 50% more than my Ninja. I'm 5'10 and in good shape, but I'm about 140 pounds soaking wet. I'm also concerned that having ridden a sport bike for so long, I may be disappointed with the way it handles.
What are your thoughts? For those who have ridden sport bikes in the past, how does the Warrior handle in comparison? And for the smaller/lighter riders on the list, do you feel like the Warrior is too big and heavy to comfortably handle?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Dean H.