IDoDirt

Hello everyone, how's it going ? ( I don't really expect an answer, it's more of a rhetorical question). I'm new to the forum and to the Rebels. I just picked up a 2004 Rebel 250, all black. It's got about 3300 miles on it, so it's like a new bike. Only paid about $1,230.00 for it off ebay. Not a bad deal. As I said, I'm new to Rebels, but not to motorcycles. I learned to ride in 1980 when I was 20 (you do the math ). I rode for several years, then got out of it. Got back in about 5 years ago and now have a small stable of bikes. Currently, 1994 CBR 1000F, 1997 CBR 600F3, 1998 CBR 600F3, and now a 2004 Rebel 250.

We (my wife, she rides her own) and I wanted to pick up something that would allow us to practice some of the lower speed manuvers on a smaller bike without having to think about the fairings all the time. We want to get to the point where we can do U Turns, figure 8's and other things with our eyes closed (figuratively), and then take those skills to the bigger bikes. Anyway, I'm here and thought I'd say hello.

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Buickguy

Hello and welcome aboard!

The Rebel is great for what you want to do. I like to put my first two or three thousand miles of the season on the Rebel to get back in the swing of things.
Not only that, I think you'll find other uses as well. Since it's light weight, I will put mine on the back of my motorhome using just a hitch mouted carrier. no need for a trailer that way and it then serves as easy transport to local shopping. It is also great to have a Rebel around for economical errand running. Getting about 72 mpg is sure easy on the gas budget!
Of course the best reason of all to imclude a Rebel in your bike stable, It's just plain fun to ride!

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IDoDirt

There is an advantage to living in S Florida, our riding season is 12 months long... lol. Although I will admit its pretty hot here right now.

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Buickguy

I envy your 12 month riding! I do put my bike(s) up for snow. It usually means taking three or four months off.

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1983 Yamaha Midnight Virago XV920MK

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Guba

Welcome IDoDirt, there's a lot of people here that have done as you. Myself included. Personnally, I find the Rebel a blast to ride.

So.. Hello back!

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'07 Rebel 250 26,000 miles

M00SEnSquirrel

snowmobile gear and tire chains... ive heard of people doing it...

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flitecontrol

Welcome to the forum, youngster!

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mad hatter

Welcome to the forum

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jax

Welcome to the forum. We have almost 12 months of riding here in Ca. where I live. Sometimes the temperature gets into the teens in the morning and doesn't get very warm all day.


ride safe

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Fridgitator

. And good medical insurance.

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'09 Rebel 250

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