UM Bikes

I am thinking about buying a UM V2s-650R and was looking for some info from riders and not sales guys. Are these bikes any good or are they the Hyundai of bikes? any info will help.  

I rode one of these a couple weeks ago. Are you thinking about buying this over the SV650? Are you trying to save money? Let me know and I'll tell you what I think.  

not so much the money, I like the styling. but, I don't want to spend money if it isn't worth it.  

If money is not an issue than go with another bike. You will thank yourself in the long run.  

Thanks for the advice. after posting I read some of the new rider forum and a 650 sounds like it might be a little much for me now anyway.  

As a new rider, the 650 won't be too much for you, especially if you do an MSF course and use your head. AVOID the UM at all costs--no parts availability and crappy build quality (might be viable 5 years from now, but not today). Find a nice, used SV or nut up and get a new SV or 650 Ninja. Better build quality by far, parts and accessories availibility, and some actual resale value when you're ready for your next bike. And,w/the SV or Ninjette, you may NEVER want a bigger bike---they're both that much fun.  

Thanks for the advice. I did take the msf course, definately worth the time you spend there (and in Ga. you give the cert. at the DMV and they hand you your lic.). I did end up getting a 650R and I love it. When I asked the guy at the dealership where the manual was he said it was under the seat and took off,now I can't find the flippin' release button, so anybody that can help me out with that, I'd appreciate it, 'til then I'll keep looking. Again, thanks for the help, I have read alot of the posts on these boards, and with the exception of the *** advertising, they have all been very helpful.  

order a copy of the service manual, either from the company or buy a Clymer manual for the bike, worth it, especially if you want to do basic maintanance of the bike, oil changes etc...  plus its a neat way to learn about the bike.