Considering a motorbike

[panchobar 10]

I believe the "older" M/Cyclist has more disposable brass than the younger riders have. Also their Insurance premiums will be much less I assume.

 

Angel.

 

Exactly, I've had it on my bucket list for years but cost and having time are a big part.

I had to be committed for three months and the cost was over £1000 just to get my full licence, you really do have to jump through hoops to get one these days.

[Santo 10]

I have ridden before, 50CC, but still. Quite extensive as well, first few years I must have averaged 6,000 miles as I used the moped for everything. I don't imagine it to be easy though but then... nothing is! Thanks Angel.

 

 

 

Ah... that premium is something I hadn't considered... it's pretty complex this stuff isn't it! I am definitely leaning more to getting a full license, I want to use the bike actively and I'd feel much better prepared with the training involved with that. I am also thinking ahead and doing some specialist courses for riding in the wet and so on, I won't say money is no issue, but I will say I am fortunate enough to be able to get it right and therefore would be stupid for not doing that straight of the bat.

 

Tim, just get a Fizzy!

[sgtkate 10]

If you want to spend the extra £700ish and time on lessons for the full license, then you'll want that bigger bike. Many find that 250-650 is easier to ride than a 125.

 

Definitely. A bigger bike is more stable. Just because it has a bigger engine doesn't mean it's a crazy bike. Many of the bigger bikes are comfy tourers and the extra power just gives better control rather than being a insane sports bike.

 

My instructor advised me to get a hayabusa as he said they were one of the most stable bikes on the market. He then advised me to get down the gym so I could pick it up if I ever dropped it. I didn't get one!

[Isabelle 10]

Definitely. A bigger bike is more stable. Just because it has a bigger engine doesn't mean it's a crazy bike. Many of the bigger bikes are comfy tourers and the extra power just gives better control rather than being a insane sports bike.

 

My instructor advised me to get a hayabusa as he said they were one of the most stable bikes on the market. He then advised me to get down the gym so I could pick it up if I ever dropped it. I didn't get one!

 

I've just Googled how much they weigh

I had to get someone to pick mine up when I dropped it in the carpark at work its light, but still double my weight, and I'm puny

[Chrissoftley 10]

Have a look here http://www.rckmotorcycles.com/ for pre owned clothing. You could do a lot worse than to have a chat with the owner. Chris Pulfrey, a retired police motorcycle instructor.

[ANGELFIRE1 10]

Have a look here http://www.rckmotorcycles.com/ for pre owned clothing. You could do a lot worse than to have a chat with the owner. Chris Pulfrey, a retired police motorcycle instructor.

 

 

Just to say, when I click on the link I get a warning from McAfee that the site is unsafe.

 

Angel1.

[Chrissoftley 10]

Just to say, when I click on the link I get a warning from McAfee that the site is unsafe.

 

Angel1.

 

well google rck motorcycles langsett road,its the old Mick Flynn shop. it works perfectly on mine thats protected with f-secure (virgin media)

[Isabelle 10]

Have a look here http://www.rckmotorcycles.com/ for pre owned clothing. You could do a lot worse than to have a chat with the owner. Chris Pulfrey, a retired police motorcycle instructor.

 

+1 I bought some gloves from there and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I've got everything I need at the moment, but I'd definitely go back.

[Starlc 11]

I have a big heavy 750 bobber and love it ! Yes its dangerous out there, yes i have nearly been killed on it a few times, i will not live in fear of death epecially doing what i love so if it happens so be it, anybody that does i pitty them.

[Jomie 30]

All well and good but unless you are entirely alone in the world, what you feel about your own demise is eclipsed by what your loved ones would feel if you were no longer there. It's your life but spare a thought for those who love, and depend on you.

[tzijlstra 11]

All well and good but unless you are entirely alone in the world, what you feel about your own demise is eclipsed by what your loved ones would feel if you were no longer there. It's your life but spare a thought for those who love, and depend on you.

 

I have trimmed down that list to the people I know will want me to enjoy life!

 

On a serious note - that is what kept me from doing it for 20 years, my wife does not like the idea, but she realises (finally???) that I am a very safe driver and will not do anything to jeopardise myself.

[tinfoilhat 11]

I have trimmed down that list to the people I know will want me to enjoy life!

 

On a serious note - that is what kept me from doing it for 20 years, my wife does not like the idea, but she realises (finally???) that I am a very safe driver and will not do anything to jeopardise myself.

 

If your good lady had been my co-pilot today on a run down to Kent and back via Birmingham she would put a pin in this motorcycle lark tout suit. All the fun awful drivers but with added heavy showers, wind and darkness. Oh fun we had.