A2 Motorcycle License - Moving up from a 125cc

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7 жыл бұрын

What's going on ladies and gents!
Since my 19th Birthday is slowly becoming sooner and sooner I have booked my A2 Training and Test. This means that I will be moving up from the 125cc and on to something even bigger and better! Still undecided on the bike I want to go for, the video expresses my thoughts and opinions. If you have any questions in addition to my video, please do no hesitate to drop a comment below!
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@iMrSlee 7 жыл бұрын

Really enjoying these man! Keep them up. Smashing it!

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro, when you getting on a set of two wheels eh! ;)

@benchirides8037 7 жыл бұрын

Don't be discouraged by the age of a motorcycle, end of November I will be doing my A2 and moving from my Yamaha ybr 125 to my 1991 Honda CB-1 Japanese Version (400cc inline 4). The bike is basically a naked style detuned Honda cbr400rr (same engine) built in the time when Honda where putting everything into there bikes like you said, from what I've learnt people have said the bike is very reliable and over the summer I have rebuilt it and restricted it for an A2 and so far I haven't had any trouble sourcing parts. I'm sure you'll find the bike right for you and what ever it is it will be awesome :)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information/feedback. I've got a few in mind, the trouble is narrowing it down too just the one! :)

@JustinSane50 7 жыл бұрын

Taking my test next week and upgrading to the sv650s, buzzing! 😬

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh! Besta luck :D.

@TheCraftManXD 7 жыл бұрын

Woohoo another motovlog! :D The mt-07 is sooo beautiful :O JUUUST DO IT ;) I saw your Instagram post about the mt-07 JUUUUST DO IT :D

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! XD Haha, that was you! JUST DO IT.

@TheCraftManXD 7 жыл бұрын

Yeaahh that was me! I love the interaction you have between you and your fans! Its amazing! :D

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Haha, gotchya! Thanks for the support man, It's just how I am and will continue to be! I'll introduce meet ups and otherways to interact in the near future!

@p305-mrworldwide9 2 жыл бұрын

I went for the ktm duke 690 but I keeped my honda varadero 125 and still use that more than my duke

@JoshIsNotBrilliantTv 7 жыл бұрын

I think for me i would have two ideal A2 bikes. The Triumph tiger 800 XRX, for touring and long trips. And an old cbr400rr inline 4 for a little hooligan sports bike :)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

The best of both worlds right there!

@evolutionbros2198 7 жыл бұрын

You should Defo go of the MT 07 my mate has got one and he says it's the best bike he has ever brought. He says it goes great and is super reliable.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I'm tempted, ahhh!

@GeoAngelic 7 жыл бұрын

you should take a look at the Honda cb500f, really nice bike, sporty and practical.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I will take a look, thanks for the suggestion! :)

@seaya3593 5 жыл бұрын

does this exhaust have a catalytic converter?

@phumekasetsunthon2496 7 жыл бұрын

I love your Videos! Do you use superview? What settings do you use?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support P&K. In regards to my GoPro settings.. I record in 1080p Superview (60fps) with Pro tune enabled.

@soldiers303 5 жыл бұрын

can I practice on a more powerful bike if i have a full a1 license? Or do I have to pay for an instructor to follow me around? Seems like a waste of money.

@CallMeRuby 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video once again! I love the way Mt-07 looks like, but it's not for me! Naked bikes are beautiful, but I'm more into more sporty lookin' ones. I was looking at the Kawasaki you mentioned as well, but just don't know! Don't even know which bike I should get, there's not many I like apart from a few 300cc ones, but I'd prefer to get something bigger than 300.. eh, why is life so hard? lol

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The MT-07 Looks aggressive, I prefer it over the 125 aesthetics too. Since moving from sprotsbike to the naked style motorbike I've been attached to them since. Just as fun as a sportsbike, they don't have as many fairings (easier of maintenace) and more agile (no clip ons). The Z800 looks nice but not really ecstatic about the restricted model :(. Life is not hard, motorbike decisions are though haha!

@CallMeRuby 7 жыл бұрын

eh, I just don't think naked bikes are..me, you know? I like that sportsbikes have more fairings, I like the whole "connected" look, especially that the front wheel looks like it's a part of the bike instead of it just being there (naked/upright bikes usually), if that makes sense to you. What about the Kawasaki Ninja 650? (I know you mentioned you want a brand new bike tho)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I get you, they are different and not as 'connected' as you say. Since this comment, I've just discovered the Honda CBR 500RR (2016). It looks like they've re-designed it and wow does it look good. It's got 160 rear section and a 120 on the front (not too bad but bigger the better I guess). I'll look in to it a little more but it puts out 35kw (A2 Compliant) and is reasonably priced.

@CallMeRuby 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs yeah I've looked at it as well :) well, can't wait to see what you pick!

@JWTW0406 7 жыл бұрын

Defo the mt-07, as much as the i4 bikes are awesome they are pretty old so are more likely to have issues

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts.. hard decision!

@boxf1520 7 жыл бұрын

Would you consider a Suzuki GSX650F? as it is an A2 complaint bike, i am looking to get that as its a sports tourer. features: 1. sporty looking but upright seating position. 2. inline 4 engine so if you put a nice exhaust it will sound amazing. 3. very quick bike 0-60 3.4 seconds and it handles good too. 4. great for touring as it had a screen so wind protection.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I've not come across it before... I've done some quick research and I really like it! 4 Very valid points there too!

@11sufyam22 7 жыл бұрын

check out the yamaha fz07 its a similar nkd bike but i think its more reliable and nicer

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

As far as I'm aware the FZ and MT are the same motorbike. They used a different naming convention dependant on the country of sale.

@tak2910 7 жыл бұрын

Thoughts on the Honda CBR400RR and RVF400RR? Possibly the CBR250RR? (not the new one)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

YES YES YES. I love them. Can't beat the old inline 4s! :)

@R1ACE 7 жыл бұрын

An old sporty 400 is a *big* risk imo. A friend of mine got a 1990 CBR400RR in great condition, a month or so down the line things started going down hill with literally one problem after another. Spare parts are more or less non-existent and so he's being forced to sell it. I'll be doing my A2 in a few weeks and once I pass I'd like to buy a fully faired 2005~ Suzuki SV650S

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Hmmm, thanks for the feedback. You raise very valid points.. My brother owned several variants of the SV650, he really enjoyed them :).

@R1ACE 7 жыл бұрын

Rowan Simpson I'm happy with my SV, the torque is amazing

@joegrushinski2958 7 жыл бұрын

Also, if you have a CBT then do an A1 License and your CBT Runs out, do you have to renew the CBT or can you ride around without L Plates on the A1 License?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

A1 License essentially replaces the CBT. Also, the A1 does not expire (NO L Plates).

@steveocoombs6209 7 жыл бұрын

dude, have you managed to change the air filter?. I'm really struggling with it :-S

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Yep, it's the exact same air filter and process for the YZF-R125. You have to remove a lot of fairings and the fuel tank to access it though. Few bolts in the airbox and just swap over :).

@jasonsmith6373 6 жыл бұрын

How's about the mt 03 there nice and smaller jump

@EvolutionMotovlogs 6 жыл бұрын

Interesting question, I've never rode one to say! I liked the concept behind the MT07 as it's feels and looks like a 'bigger bike' but can be restricted and then expanded in the future. Saves for buying two bikes in the long run!

@michalm.6838 7 жыл бұрын

I'm big fan of Supermoto style, like yamaha wr125/450 ktm smc690r and husky 701, but I feel like I want something more, e.g. yamaha r3 super sport style so I don't know what to chose. But mt 0-7 is good choice, did u see a Ducati Monster 821 is look awesome, or hypermotard 1100 yes they can be restricted.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

MT07 is a good choice, I've just looked at the Monster 821 and it's A2 complaint! I may need to look in tho ducati more mwahah :D

@michalm.6838 7 жыл бұрын

+EvolutionMotovlogs Yeah the Ducati have nice bikes and the monster and hypermotard is the best my opinion ;)

@funkydisciple 7 жыл бұрын

dude....where in your helmet do you place your mic? seriously...the audio sounds fantastic that I thought it was a voice-over.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I shall do an audio/video setup video in the near future. Anyway, it's placed in the chin guard part of my helmet with a deadcat to prevent wind noise.

@JoshIsNotBrilliantTv 7 жыл бұрын

Have you ever considered the kawasaki z800e? It sounds like the perfect bike for you. An upright but sporty naked bike, but also has an immense sounding inline 4 cylinder engine. And the "e" varient is A2 Compliant

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I didn't think about it until you mentioned it. Just found a video with the SC exhaust.. oh my! MT07 vs Z800e vs IL4 Sportsbike. See what you've done! ;)

@JoshIsNotBrilliantTv 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs I know i know :P I can tell you though, id much rather here the worble of an inline 4 warming up in the morning, than a twin ;)

@marklee6105 7 жыл бұрын

Get the z800e please please please please... you'll be the only motovlogger in the UK with a z800e restricted :D

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

My ONLY concern with the Z800e is.. how does one de-restrict it in the future? The MT07 is a simple 15 minute throttle restrictor.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I've been looking at them on KZfaq today, hardly any content to be found on the Z800e! Could be my chance eh?

@callumatherton4860 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid bro it's catherton

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cal! Your shout out will come, just not in this video haha!

@callumatherton4860 7 жыл бұрын

Haha when are you next streaming dude?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Not sure, I haven't been on Forza all week :(.

@stufrost4583 7 жыл бұрын

sat watching this video and I'm interested why you spend so much time riding one handed?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Hm, I don't have any real justification. A bad habit I guess? I know the roads and taking a very casual approach to them. It's more comfortable to rest one hand...

@DutchRiders1 7 жыл бұрын

I want to get my a1 license as soon as i turn 18. Are there any bikes you recommend for someone that has had a scooter for the past year? I'm really used to the upright seating position of a scooter.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

You're eligible for your A1 at 17, just need a CBT I believe. Upright motorbikes - Yamaha MT125, WR125X, YBR & KTM Duke

@DutchRiders1 7 жыл бұрын

I live in the Netherlands, the rules here are slightly more shitty. Thanks for the recommendations I Will check them out.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Ahh man! Damn bike laws eh?

@DutchRiders1 7 жыл бұрын

Would you mind explaining the whole 'L plate' situation, I really dont get it.

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

If you are riding on a CBT you will need to display L plates on both the front and rear of your motorbike. The A1, A2 & Full license do not have these requirements and you wouldn't be classed as a learner.

@11sufyam22 7 жыл бұрын

i defo think u shud stay on a nkd its the best type

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions, I may just continue my journey on a set of naked two wheels! :)

@zjaranyrafal9104 7 жыл бұрын

im 20 got my provisional for 2 years now can u ride 125cc straight away or do i have to do some tests?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

You'll need to take your compulsory basic training (CBT). It's a one day course and you can ride up to a 125cc (maxiumum of 11kw/15bhp).

@zjaranyrafal9104 7 жыл бұрын

right okay i thought i can just do that without that cbt

@edwinbarker7763 7 жыл бұрын

how long does it take to take the (A1 ?) test so you can ride a 125 bike?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Two sessions, module 1 and module 2. Once passed alongside a theory test you obtain the license.

@jpcriddle6446 7 жыл бұрын

you just gotta do a CBT and be 17+, it took about 2-3 hours. not really any theory, you basically just sit in a room and listen to the instructor and answer a few questions, takes about 15 minutes

@ryanthomas554 7 жыл бұрын

Can you go on the motorway with L plates on a motorbike?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Nope. No vehicle with L plates are allowed on the Motorway. The A1 (125cc) & A2 both allow you to remove L plates.

@ryanthomas554 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs oh right, I get you! What would you recommend for my first bike? A 125, naked bike, I don't like the sport bike style. I like the naked version! :)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I'd highly recommend the Yamaha MT 125 or KTM Duke 125.

@SGgames1000 7 жыл бұрын

so wait you can be a learner till 19 then go for the bigger licence? I thought you had to hold a full licence for 2 years and be 19 to get one

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

You can take your A2 license at 19, there are no license duration requirements etc. You'll just need to have a CBT.

@SGgames1000 7 жыл бұрын

oh damn, right well im staying a learner then, I though you had to have a licence for a time. thanks for that info...

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Uh, It used to be like that - you can ride a 50cc or potentially a 125cc on the drivers license. You'd need to do some more research though, I'm only familiar with how things are now..

@jamesd8421 7 жыл бұрын

Does the A1 mean you can take your L plates of your 125 and enable you to carry passengers and go on the motorway? And can you do it when your 17

@T.K.9 7 жыл бұрын

+James If you are 17, and got the full A1 Licence on an appropriate motorbike for the full A1 licence (up to 11kW engine power as an example = KTM Duke 125, Grom, Kawasaki Z125, MT-125, R-125 etc.). You can ride a 125cc bike without the L-Plates with a Pillion. Provided that your motorbike have a pillion seat and that the pillion wears a helmet and other gear. And ye you can go on the motorway. Only L-plated 125cc bikes are not allowed to use the motorway. Alternatively if your 17, you can just get a provisional licence, pass your CBT and get the certificate which last for 2 years, a 125cc bike and ride it with L-Plates for 2 years. You can literally ride it anywhere apart from the Motorway. Then choose to get the Full A2 instead after two years. But if your happy with a 125cc or lower bike just for commuting (personally its not that bad in and around the city) its not a bad idea too.

@jamesd8421 7 жыл бұрын

eroOtoko1 cheers man, I just get confused between A1and A2

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I would have replied but @ero0toki1 beat me to it! With a pretty comprehensive response :). Long story short, if you've got an A1 license, you can ride a 125cc with no L plates or learner restrictions. This means you'll have access to motorways and carry pillions.

@jamesd8421 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs hahah cheers Evo

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome :).

@iFulixzer 7 жыл бұрын

9:40 fuck that riding is a pain, throttle on and throttle of, please dude keep a steady throttle

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

It's a bad habit of mine, I just get bored and play with the throttle. You can get away with it on the 125cc.

@mathiasrosnes8342 5 жыл бұрын

In the uk isn't it worth a tailtydy becase the L on it

@EvolutionMotovlogs 5 жыл бұрын

I guess, still looks tidy though.

@mathiasrosnes8342 5 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs yeah but the L ruinds the tydy

@roryfarquhar8001 7 жыл бұрын

where are your breaks???

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Breaks?

@henrychurch7362 7 жыл бұрын

When you get a bigger bike you can come visit tango as I am not upgrading to a 125 because I don't have the money

@lwebb7 7 жыл бұрын

henry church you have tango?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I'll be sure to come see Tango! :)

@henrychurch7362 7 жыл бұрын

You better believe it Leroy and hell yeah

@lwebb7 7 жыл бұрын

That's cool man, did you buy it from him knowing it was his or just randomly?

@henrychurch7362 7 жыл бұрын

No I bought it early this year like in February as a non runner and the guy said that the hike was on KZfaq so I was searching for it for ages then I came across the review which had like 70k views and was like "dats my bike" so then I watched basically the whole of evos channel from the beginning to current and yeah I fixed up tango and ride everyday to college and back

@dizzybiscuit6601 7 жыл бұрын

dude you looked at the er6f or the xj600r diversion?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I haven't! I'll take a look :)

@dizzybiscuit6601 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome dude, amazing bikes

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions dude! STAY AWESOME!

@dizzybiscuit6601 7 жыл бұрын

no worries dude, I'm the same age as you also looking to do my a2 next year currently riding a 2016 yzf r125 from newport wales

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Oh really? Soo many options for the A2 License, I've discovered the Z800e today.. Enjoy your time on the R125! Keep her shiny side up! :)

@ferrarielmos8557 7 жыл бұрын

Acceleration seems a bit slow man

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

25 Mph in first gear, decent for a little 125! I'll do an acceleration video soon (0-60 mph).

@stef7396 5 жыл бұрын

so you dont have enouf power on a 125? well yh you are riding a 4 stroke if you had a 2 stroke you would have enouf power

@lwebb7 7 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend getting a 50cc supermoto at 16??

@joestoz4216 7 жыл бұрын

Leroy Birkmyre yeah for sure I got a cpi sm 50 and trust me it will be some of the best fun you will have.

@lwebb7 7 жыл бұрын

J- Stos how much did you get yours for? I've been looking but they're all too much or far away

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Definitely! My friend had a Derbi Senda 50cc for his first year on two wheels.

@lwebb7 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs Yeah been looking at those, ill keep you updated

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Cheers, good luck! :)

@ellisovery2064 7 жыл бұрын

everyone has a mt and they all own one just to pull wheelies and be nobs so your choice, love a CBR FAN AKA Ellis ;)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

They're pretty common and yup, power wheelies for days! I absolutely love the old style CBRs, 400RR and the RVF (single sided swingarm, uprated brakes etc). Very rare and expensive to come by though. Thanks for watching Ellis - We shall have to ride soon ^_^.

@KristianE85 7 жыл бұрын

How much cc is legal for A2 license?

@ILoveNeeps 7 жыл бұрын

Any cc, however the bike must have no more than 93.2hp before you restrict it.

@rhys6472 7 жыл бұрын

i thought it can't be higher than 250cc?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

There is no cc restriction, only a power to weight restriction. The most common bikes are from 400-800cc which most people opt for on the A2.

@KristianE85 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs I will have to dig a bit further into how these systems works. What do you think about bikes like the KTM exc 450cc? Is that an A2 bike?

@KristianE85 7 жыл бұрын

I mean like these supermotards/enduros

@drewhender3999 7 жыл бұрын

Can't beat the sound of an old CBR250RR 😍😍😍😍

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

You're not wrong, love the inline 4 sound. Uhhhh! 😍😍😍😍

@Mw3oWn 7 жыл бұрын

MT 03?

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Hmm, for the money I will spend - I'd prefer to get something with a bigger engine.

@Mw3oWn 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs MT 09? haha

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

To powerful, hence why the MT07 is perfecto! :D

@andyriley6254 7 жыл бұрын

mt 07 all day fella

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Check out my latest video! You will not be disappointed...

@jamesking923 7 жыл бұрын

mt-07

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! :)

@xavigoncalves3303 7 жыл бұрын

buy the xj6

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion! :)

@MrEminemrules92 7 жыл бұрын

Thought you have a car for the commuting..? Don't do what i did and buy your big bike before you can ride ;)

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

I do, I've got a Fiesta! I recently fitted coilovers and they're causing me troubles so switching to the bike whilst I sort out the car...

@MrEminemrules92 7 жыл бұрын

Though you had a car so was a bit confused as to why the bike was your daily again... I dont have many performance options for my car since its a Diesel 😂

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Ah, yup, back to the bike as a daily at the moment...

@waifuracer6516 5 жыл бұрын

@@MrEminemrules92 What do you mean, diesels are easier to tune than petrols. they have stronger components to begin with so they can take on more boost on stock internals easily. Good example is the 1.9tdi, you throw a new clutch, bigger injectors and a hybrid turbo, remap it and easy 170hp and 400nm of torque from 90hp 200nm with relatively minimum cost and work. But if you dont wanna mess with stuff, a stage 1 remap often does wonders. Extra 50hp and almost a 100nm of torque and better fuel economy on top of that. Gotta be careful with the stock clutch tough. :P

@T.K.9 7 жыл бұрын

MT-07

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! :)

@T.K.9 7 жыл бұрын

EvolutionMotovlogs np man :D haha Kinda planning for the MT-07 too haha So far really liking the MT Line from Yamaha. Perfect riding position in my opinion, good agile handling and very unique looks right from the 125 looks till the MT-10. when I get some cash flow in the future perhaps for now sticking with what I have xD.

@joegrushinski2958 7 жыл бұрын

Get a 750 or 600 :D

@EvolutionMotovlogs 7 жыл бұрын

Hellz yeah!