I’ve been wanting a bike for years, and I am seriously looking into getting my first bike now. I am only looking to be on a 125cc for the shortest time possible. I will be using it to get to work and back. Doesn’t it matter the bike I get, as long as it’s safe? |
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I rode a 50cc for a year when I was 16. But skipped a 125 as the insurance was ridiculous at the time. Did my direct access at 22 and bought a CB450. Which was a great bike to start out on, easy to maintain and fairly cheap to run.
I’ve had bikes between 400 & 1000cc
And the biggest advantage to bigger bikes is the power to get away from things if you need to. But the opposite to that is you can get yourself into trouble faster if you’re not careful.
Most important is ride what you’re comfortable on. But don’t be surprised if the 125 soon feels to be underpowered |
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My advice would be as follows...
1) Set a budget for upfront expenses such as the bike, protective gear, security, insurance and tax.
1b) Consider ongoing costs such as servicing, parts, MOT, fuel etc.
2) An older / used bike will already have suffered depreciation.
Plus you won't be so precious about getting a scratch or dent on it.
Plus it's slightly less attractive to scummy thieves.
3) An upright commuter type won't be as exciting but you'll have better low speed control and all round vision than a race replica.
4) Consider the road types you mostly travel on. Town centres are a very different experience to shoddy B roads and muddy countryside.
5) Realise this is just the first of many bikes you'll own and it's not a life choice.
6) Think what appeals to you and makes you excited to look at...
Cruisers / Scramblers / Race reps / Certain colours / Practical aspects.
Enjoy your riding, good luck and be safe.
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"My advice would be as follows...
1) Set a budget for upfront expenses such as the bike, protective gear, security, insurance and tax.
1b) Consider ongoing costs such as servicing, parts, MOT, fuel etc.
2) An older / used bike will already have suffered depreciation.
Plus you won't be so precious about getting a scratch or dent on it.
Plus it's slightly less attractive to scummy thieves.
3) An upright commuter type won't be as exciting but you'll have better low speed control and all round vision than a race replica.
4) Consider the road types you mostly travel on. Town centres are a very different experience to shoddy B roads and muddy countryside.
5) Realise this is just the first of many bikes you'll own and it's not a life choice.
6) Think what appeals to you and makes you excited to look at...
Cruisers / Scramblers / Race reps / Certain colours / Practical aspects.
Enjoy your riding, good luck and be safe.
Well said that man 👍🏻
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And always ride your own ride.
As in if you’re riding with other people or a group, don’t push it trying to keep up with them. Ride at a pace you’re comfortable with, and if they have to wait for you, so be it. Most riders will understand. |
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By (user no longer on site) 32 weeks ago
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Agreed...
Depending on the skill, maturity and etiquette of group riders there may be one that rides like a twat.
When I ride in a group, everyone knows their position and keeps a reasonable distance. We ride with enthusiasm, not urgency. |
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Well to be honest with you I would go for something a little bigger like a 250 having a 125 is ok but I found the Yamaha trail type bike was unable to keep up with the modern cars speeds unless your riding in town all the time. If you not ridden for some time refresher courses are available for you. But again you have to choose what your comfortable with |
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