I'm very interested in getting a motorcycle, however, I don't have much knowledge of them other than some reading, but some of it is just kinda "whoosh".
1. I drive a looong way from home to work, college, etc. and I don't know if a motorcycle can handle the long trips I make. Because most listings I read people are selling bikes with 1,600ish miles on them, and I put that kind of mileage on in a month.
2. If they can handle the mileage, which type should I get? I can't decide between cruiser, sport, or sport touring( not looking for the ones with the compartments on them, but I read they are gear more to longer trips)
3. Which models/years would be best to get on a students budget? And are there dealerships that sell older models(late 1990's). Also, how much should payments be, and how much does insurance cost?
4. How much does the MSF course usually cost?
5. How much does proper gear usually cost, and are there any brand name type retail stores for it?
6. I'm about 6' 5"ish and 226lbs which seat height should I be looking for, or is it just a mater of my own comfort when shopping for one.
7. What is the routine maintenance schedule for a motorcycle? (oil change, air cleaner change, etc.)
8. how long do tires last under normal conditions?
I'm kinda ignorant to all of this, but it's something I've been wanting to do.