An instructors thoughts about what to consider before buying your first motorcycle after passing your test.
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@porkscratchings54282 ай бұрын
I wish I saw this last year, true words spoken. I purchased a Harley Sportster S when I got full licence, the bike after a 20 min test ride sold it. As a few weeks went by, I knew the bike wasn’t for me as too lively and the ride was back breaking. Chopped that in and lost a fortune, got a Triumph Bobber, lovely thing, found it too heavy in town, not experienced enough. Chopped that in got a Yamaha XSR 900, lovely bike, all the functions to tame it and help me. Still got it and love it but looking at a Z900 now, this rate, I’ll get through a lot of bikes before I find the ‘one’.👍
@toadinthehole842 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, only just done my cbt for first time, been riding a couple weeks now and love it, will do full test in a year not rushing anything need to build confidence still on 125
@ungratefulmango Жыл бұрын
Any update? Curious what ended up happening
@ericmilligan32 жыл бұрын
My Triumph Street twin ticks all those boxes, I absolutely love it. ❤️❤️❤️👍👍😷
@joeker20235 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy comforting stuff I needed to hear 👍
@helenkeogh6832 Жыл бұрын
Just passed my MOD 2 today in the pouring rain- thanks to all the help from your videos. This is really useful to think about what bike to get next! I have a Honda cbr 125 at the moment . Thanks so much
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
@Helen Keogh Congratulations Helen, glad the videos were able to help in your success. I hope you enjoy choosing your first "big" bike. Ride safe
@AW8UK3 жыл бұрын
Good to hear your opinions. Good recap on test & license routes of the past.
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
Thanks AW8
@petersanderson1675 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the advice given in this video. I'm 68 and just passed the bike test a month ago. Actually at under 5' 5" the idea of getting on a 1000cc machine - well I just wouldn't so I'm probably looking at 500's.
@nicenow252 жыл бұрын
Thank you for uploading thism we need guys of your experience and occupation adding to the conversation
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
thank you, much appreciated. all the best
@peterguy8454 Жыл бұрын
Excellent videos, thank you. Very educational and just what I was looking for. I have had a full licence for about 15yrs. Started riding late in life and now 70yrs old. I stopped riding about 4yrs ago for various reasons but I miss it very much and am looking to start again. But, I'm going to look for some additional training before I go out on the road proper. I went from a 125cc straight to a VTX1800; always wanted a cruiser. I also bought a smaller Guzzi Breva 750 shortly after to compliment the bigger bike and allow me some choice depending upon how I was feeling and what I was going out for. Having seen this video I can say I fully understand your comments and agree entirely. While I was quite happy with the 1800 from the start it was a very big bike, took some time to get used to and needed to be ridden in a completely different way to the Breva. And it did not lend itself easily to tight turns whereas the 750 allowed me to practice the tight turns and improve my handling. That was essential. Having had that experience I will probably now be buying something in the 650/900 range and look for an upright riding position to take the strain away from the wrists, it all depends upon how a bike responds and how it suits me on a test ride. A bike weight of about 220/240kg will suit me perfectly; the Breva was 240kg and the VTX was 350kg. Just have to find the right bike now; perhaps another Guzzi. Loved them both. Thanks again, Peter, Stevenage
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
@Peter Guy Many thanks for your comments. Its quite a jump 125 to 1800 isnt it! Must say Im sure the Guzzi was a confidence inspiring machine, I had a 1200 Norge, full of character but confidence inspiring too. Im glad the videos are helpful, hope you find a bike you love and enjoy the return to biking, ride safe, all the best
@anthonypowell31862 жыл бұрын
Very truthful and helped me as a 1980’s biker. Now returning to it so bought a 125 and thinking of my next bike. Need to test ride some to decide - spot on
@jonwarb3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Interesting video! Having reached 40yrs old, then found an old RF900 that had been sat for a few years. Bought it for £300. Taken it to pieces, learning as I go.. It’s now running. Just got to get tyres then MOT. I have my CBT booked for 23rd July. I’ve done my theory a couple of weeks ago. Then I’ll be pushing on for my DAS. THEN I can finally jump on my RF!! Can’t wait!
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon, thank you. Sounds like an interesting journey! Hope you enjoy your training and you find some help on my channel along the way too. I remember the RF's, my mate had a 600, great fun! All the best
@JeremyPoupard Жыл бұрын
Hi. I owned an RF900 as a second bike back a few years ago. Found it a great bike. Use to commute between Wirral and Hampshire at weekends. The only down side was fuel consumption. Passed my test back in 1976 have a BMW R1200 RS and a Ducati 888 SP5
@NUFC2412 Жыл бұрын
Im 45 passed my test. Bought I a GSXR 1000 for first bike. Got to respect the bike. Which i have no issues or accidents. Stay safe & respect what you ride and you will be fine.
@stephenashley93112 жыл бұрын
Great video. You answered a lot of my questions as a soon to be new rider.
@ubandre2 жыл бұрын
Very informative video! I've been riding my 125 for a year now and I have passed my A1, 1 month after buying the 125 and I have only 1 year left and I'll go ahead and do my A2 license and most likely pass it my first time around since I'm quite confident with my riding up until now. I'm looking to buy an MT-07 as it's the bike I've fell in love with from seeing it and wathing a lot of KZfaq videos with it, however, I haven't thought of doing a test ride until having watched your video since I bought my 125 without doing a test ride and have been very happy with it and probably will be. Anyway, I'll be back next year after I've passed my A2 license and let you know about my progress and what bike I end up buying. I'll definetly take into consideration this video :) Much love for the video, take care!
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@Andre Hi thank you for your comments. I look forward to hearing from you, and although you have already passed your A1 my videos may be a great refresher for you when you come to do your A2. Ride safe, all the best
@davidbahlaj6072 Жыл бұрын
Passed DA test at age 41 three months ago and first bike is a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT. Love it! Get a taste for it on the 650cc bikes during lessons and the different driving modes makes it adaptable for new riders. Planning on additional training to ensure I stay safe. Great video and excellent rationale as to the "old" advice 👍
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
Thanks David, great bike, im sure you will get a lot of enjoyment from it. I hope you enjoy the extra training, which is usually great fun and less pressure than training for test! Ride safe
@martinmason1478 Жыл бұрын
Hi this is interesting to hear as I am currently in the process of doing my mod 1 and 2 on the Yamaha MT07 and I have put a deposit down on a Yamaha tracer 9GT… I found the MT07 really easy to ride how did you find the transition to the Tracer 9?
@LukeW10902 жыл бұрын
Very informative video! I have my CBT tomorrow and luckily I'm old enough to do Direct Access. I'm looking at getting a Yamaha MT-07 once I'm passed.
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
many thanks, hope you enjoyed your cbt and when you do your DAS, Ride safe
@LukeW10902 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Thank you! I've to go back on Tuesday as I wasn't up to standard for the road section of CBT (despite only being on the bike for 90 mins) so I was disappointed considering what I paid and having to pay in full again.
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@@LukeW1090 sorry to hear that you didn't complete first time, but if there are safety issues its correct and proper to continue training until an instructor is happy you are safe. As regards cost and charging, individual schools have different policies, some wont charge for an extra session, some charge per hour extra. But its worth being safe. Hope you complete next session
@LukeW10902 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR I understand. It was more the cost vs time on bike I was upset with as paid 160 quid for 90 minutes training when felt like i should have had more time on the bike for that. I'll persevere and get through it eventually!
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@@LukeW1090 i am surprised to hear you went out on the road after 90 minutes. Wouldn't happen at my school. Please check the DVSA website and CBT syllabus Elements A to E to ensure you have been trained properly. This syllabus is a legal requirement, as prescribed by Driving Licence Regulations
@brianchristensen14753 жыл бұрын
Great Video, many thanks. I Plan to watch lots of your videos before my CBT later this month, then hopefully onto my full licence soon afterwards!
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
Hi Brian, thank you, i hope you enjoy your training and that the videos help. If i can help with anything feel free to contact me. All the best
@bottletree336 ай бұрын
When I bought my vfr800 4 months ago I wasn’t too keen on the positioning and where my feet were. After a trip to matlock bath I loved the bike. Especially how my back and bum felt afterwards.
@binauppal876 Жыл бұрын
Coming off a 125cc,i got a er5,cheap to buy,cheap to insure/tax and great on fuel,not the best looking but for a year/18 months will do to gain road expierence,,good video👍
@ShortCycle.2 жыл бұрын
Just the sort of advice and info that I came here looking for. Trying to weigh up what machine I think I want, versus what I actually require and can likely handle - not all one and the same! I'm Currently going through DAS after a few years practice on a 125.
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@SPM Steve thank you, glad its helpful. I wish you well with your training and subsequent bike purchase. All the best
@ShortCycle.2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Mod 1 passed with no faults today. I've subscribed to your channel now - some good informative stuff that I can hopefully use to good effect once I get through mod2.
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@SPM Steve congrats on your pass, thanks for the sub. i wish you well with your mod 2, ride safe
@ShortCycle.2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Just completed mod2, no faults. Will be making good use of you channel as continuing my riding education. Now to get looking for a bigger bike :-)
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@@ShortCycle. congratulations on your clean sheet pass, glad the videos are useful. Enjoy your riding and your new bike, all the best
@Labgorilla Жыл бұрын
Got my A license last winter. Bought a v strom 650 to commute. Love the bike although admittedly the weight and height affects my confidence, especially as a shorter rider. When it’s moving, it’s fantastic, when slow… it’s a bit of an effort. I’d love a sports bike in the future though.
@Victor-vf1fi Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your wise advice. Stuck choosing between bikes and I think you have helped me.
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
Thank you, hope its helped. Good luck with your new purchase
@Victor-vf1fi Жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR going for the Kawasaki Z650RS
@tonyoutdoorsuk3479 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thanks for sharing! I am hoping to do my CBT training sometime this year, so am looking at all sorts of videos on KZfaq and asking questions to riders. My wife used to ride motorcycles many years ago, but we both want to do the CBT test and buy a bike, or bike each eventually - I love camping, so I will probably go for a touring bike when the time comes. Take care, and thanks again for sharing this video!
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful and wish you both well with your training
@theyangrider59053 жыл бұрын
Good to know the licensing history
@rideoutlondon2 жыл бұрын
I’ve bought a Yamaha xsr700. Would love to add a Triumph Speed Twin, and a scrambler of some sorts
@paulcoverdale8312 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou for this, great inspiration an priceless experience.
@MGman1003 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice. Thanks for sharing.
@shaunwilliams53953 жыл бұрын
WOW what Great Advice, I did things the wrong way round. I am just over 50, Rode bikes when I was a young lad. Passed my car test bought cars a lot of cars. A neighbour was selling a 20 year old ZZR600 the bike of my childhood dreams, I bought it and take my Mod1 in a weeks time can`t wait to get on it.
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
@Shaun Williams Thats ok Shaun, quite a few DAS students have already bought a bike before passing their test! I wish you well with the MOd 1 and 2. I remember when the ZZR600 came out and my mate demo'd one. Fabulous, good days!
@shaunwilliams53953 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Mod 1 passed Mod2 on the 5th of October YBR to ZZR can`t wait
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
@@shaunwilliams5395 good news, all the best with the mod 2
@MadOldBiker2 жыл бұрын
Great advice..and yes, my first big bike will be a CBF 1000, however, I believe it will be the bike for the purposes I need from it and it is a great looking bike.
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
thank you for your comment, enjoy your cbf, ride safe
@haggishighways2 жыл бұрын
Got my Mod 2 soon, but for people over a certain age should be able to ride up to a 250cc with a CBT. After spending a year riding on dual carriageways on a 125cc has shown me that it's more dangerous on the slower bike than a slightly more powerful one
@AW8UK3 жыл бұрын
Thanks ....I have listened to you & others I consider sensible & realistic. When getting 1st bike for after DAS I want something to allow me to develop, to help build confidence & importantly to allow me to practice & develop slow speed control work. A well maintained semi-faired version of a naked 600, (bandit/hornet etc), with maybe a few marks, decent tyres, non knackered suspension/brakes & crash bobbins my likely choice.. I want 1st bike to have normal bars, predictable, forgiving handling & tame ego's etc. Watch this space
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
@AW8 excellent idea there, glad to see you intend to hone the slow speed control after testing, many dont! I wish you well with your choice, all the best
@AW8UK3 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWRThanks for feeback & valued validation. Keen not to try to run before I can walk & to continually develop (at a sensible pace). Your valued comments, advice of others plus my own plans have influenced my buying decision.👍 New, (to me), bike update to follow...very very soon 😉 Thanks once again 🙂
@AW8UK3 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Update: Now own a ('00) Honda CB600 F2-Y Hornet S. Some later sortable cosmetic scars. Good Ergo's - both feet flat-down, (not cramped). Has R&G sliders. More than enough, to get on with - when able. Didn't pay stupid money. Couldn't test ride it myself but good mate (biker & in motor trade) was with me. Result.
@drunksupportcharacter9 ай бұрын
From where i stand, a lot of what you say does fit into my dynamic, i currenty drive so at least i have a fair amount of years of road experience, yet we always learn more, I have watched plenty of videos about bikes, and to be honest if i wanted just fun i could just get a MSX 125 as they are adorable and adaptable to so many scenarios, yet im not going to get a ninja 636 and take it off the beaten track, even if i had the skills to its not clever, I want to pass my licence and have a bike i can just enjoy and not worry about other bikes for a good while, see where i stand with how it fits with my lifestyle, i may use it every day, maybe every weekend, or i might just be someone who wishes to tour europe every now and then without the hinderance of a car, I may even find out after all this, Its just something i wanted to check off my list and not revisit, Seems unlikely, but we shall see. I feel like creating a bond with a motorbike is extremely important, My personal choice is kinda routed at this point, Ducati Scrambler 800, to me its a minimalist bike, It doesnt look too much and not too little at the same time, i could have it in cafe racer spec or some type of touring spec, its a rather stubby bike compared to many and i really like that, it has a bit of power but not too much, and from what im told that is very important to me is linear throttle response, for what i want in a motorbike everything lines up Yet on the personal side of things, I like the bike anyway but i feel like there is additional attachment to a friend i knew who had one who just simply quit the motorbike life as the rest of her personal life took over, She misses it and well, I miss her being around as a friend, Yeah im probably hoping i can fill in a gap in my life here, but if that works then im also happy regardless.
@clangerbasher Жыл бұрын
As a scooter person I am having to ride something more powerful with gears so I can ride something very mild with no gears.
@UFCfighter072 жыл бұрын
Very useful video would like to thank you for you addressing the right spot to choose the very first bike once we pass mod 2 currently I’m riding 125cc KTM duke I’m 38 years old once pass I’m look between Harley sportster 883 which lot my friends call it girl bike 🏍 but I don’t agree with them and Triumph bobber as second option finally the Yamaha bolt they call it in state here in the uk it’s know as vx950 .
@pilze.72132 жыл бұрын
Literally all the top three bikes Im looking at too! I just passed my Direct Access Tuesday at the ripe old age of 46... Good taste in bikes! Good luck and safe riding!
@philcaffrey9 ай бұрын
Would help to have time stamps. Sorry to say I gave up as the commentary didn't seem to get to the point. Sorry.
@anthonygreen51602 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Very helpful. I did my cbt last year. I have disabilities and can't ride any of the training schools bikes. I can only ride cruisers because of the leg position. My bike is an unusually heavy 125 with an 18 litre tank. It had its MOT the other day and weighed in total with all my gear on at 250kg. I deliberately trained on this bike as I wanted to get on to the bigger bikes. I'm used to a heavy weight cruiser now, and have bought my DAS bike. (Kawasaki VN900) Its 35kw with 50bhp and weight 281kg. Is this classed as an A2 bike? The DVLA say that for your cat A licence your bike must exceed 35kw. The training school recommended the vulcan 650s (44.1 kw with 61 bhp) for me but it was extremely uncomfortable for my legs, (as was several other cruisers) Their attitude was to train on the bike your are going to be on for the next couple of years that accommodate your needs. I hope I've not done the wrong thing in getting this bike, but I have to have something with enough power and torque to accommodate my mobility chair to get to my hospital appointments and days out. Now that I'm nearly 50 you sober up to the way you think about things. I want make sure that I can be the best rider I can be. I so agree that you never stop learning. You are always the student. After I've got my A licence, I am definitely interested in the enhanced rider scheme or some other advanced course to keep my skills up to date.
@joesalmon12362 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice! Many thanks. I am starting my DAS Mod 1 & Mod 2 training on the 5th February and I have been riding a CB 125F for the last to gain experience and knowledge. I had a Honda SS50 moped when I was 16 (1981!) and passed the government test and RAC Graduate test on it. I passed my driving test at 17 and didn't fall out of love with bikes but never seemed to get round to getting another bigger bike. I took several IAM drives which is a huge fountain of knowledge for road craft. When I pass I'm hoping to test ride and buy a second hand Triumph Street Triple 675 or 765 S or R. I sat on the new 765R at the NEC Bike Show Birmingham last December and it fitted like a glove (I'm only 5'8") and fell in love with its looks. I wondered whether you have ridden any Street Triples and what were your thoughts as a first bike. I've read and seen a lot of reviews and it seems that maybe the 765RS is a step too far for a first big bike?
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@Joe Salmon thanks for your comments, i have ridden a 675 and it was great, though a bit light for me! My mate bought a 765 as a first bike and really enjoyed it. They are great fun, if it suits you then why not! Ride safe
@jake0109932 жыл бұрын
I brought a vfr 800 2004 for my first big bike at age 28.. I hadn't rode since I was 16 (but grew up on bikes from about 5/6 years old.. I did zero training and just went for my test after watching KZfaq videos.. most would say it's not ideal but I'm a firm believer if you have a sensible head and take your time you'll be okay, should also add I have lots of experience with other road users due to having my hgv class 1 licence since the age of 18.. yes the vfr 800 is a very fast first bike.. but it's more about how sensible you head is between your shoulders 🤷🏼♂️
@wendycosh5249 Жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Hi Sir, I bought a Street Triple 765R (2020) in the end and it was delivered on the morning of my Mod 2 Test 22nd February 2022. An absolutely beautiful bike, it's light, I can flat foot it (5'8"), it's extremely agile and so well balanced. It has a great deal of grunt and power if you need it but an extremely tame bike to ride in slow traffic and in town. I started the IAM Course with the ELAM Branch in January this year and have completed my 5 observed rides and going out with my allocated observer soon to get me test ready. What a great bunch of guys at ELAM! I've met some brilliant people on the course who I meet up with for rides out. 6,000 miles done on my Striple and loving it! Only wish I had got off my butt 40 years ago! I'll be 58 this Sunday and hope I have at least another 15 years or more of fun and enjoyment. Many thanks for all your videos and knowledge it's greatly appreciated! All the very best Joe
@atroutflycrazy80572 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice m8 👍 Im 43 i had no previous bike experience Iv currently had 2 lessons at bike school on 125 ,400 , and now sv650 which out of the 3 i liked the most . I will have cbt then A test hopefully when all is done i wouldnt mind an sv650 . I hope its nt too muvh power as a beginner .
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@A troutflycrazy hi, glad you re getting through the training, an sv650 should be fine if you follow the trainers advice and keep it safe. Youre only as fast as your right hand! All the best
@osark24872 жыл бұрын
A 650 parallel twin or V-twin is a completely different beast than a 600 in line four. No new riders, in my opinion should ever get in a 600 in line four superbike as a first ride.
@drk1155 Жыл бұрын
I've gone the other way, my bike is in the garage waiting for me to pass my mod2 hopefully next week. It's an enduro, beta 350rr as I wanted to do some green lanes etc however, after doing my training on a trident 660 I'm in love. But it's going to be a hard sell to the wife.. as 'i only really want to ride off-road dear' and I now have an enduro and a van to move the enduro... Oh well you are only middle aged once.
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
excellent! I wish you well with your mod 2, you might find that doing advanced training might ease the sell to the wife a bit more ;-) All the best!
@Onlylove13422 жыл бұрын
I'm doing my A2 next year got my eye on the ninja 400.
@Cam_Wight Жыл бұрын
Hi, I've been looking into getting into biking and really wanted either the Honda CB650R or the Aprilia RS660, and as a 24yr old, driving since 17, 6yrs no claims (not that that matters) with what I'd like to think is a sensible head not out to kill myself, there's no way I'd be able to get insurance on either, I think it's a bit mad. 1 out of 29 would insure me and it was a 5k quote! still 1.9 after 1yr! My TT is only 500 pounds to insure
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
wow, this really surprises me. Lots of former students that I know have never been quoted such high premiums having just completed Direct Access even at your age. We see many younger A2 students getting on mid range bikes no issue. Perhaps bike choice doesnt help, but I dont see these bikes as high risk, particularly the 650 Honda. I hoe you can do some more research and find a solution.
@Cam_Wight Жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Thanks for the reply! Looking like I can't get insurance on either at all, and it's still going to cost me potential £1.7k for a 280cc, which still seems like so much. I don't know if I can justify it. I'm gutted!
@patrickrosello9583 Жыл бұрын
Just found your video and it really talks to me! I managed to lose confidence om my Tracer 9,.even though I love the bike in many ways. I am wondering if I should trade it for a smaller lighter naked bike to restart training.....hmmmm, decisions ...?!?....
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for your comments. Sorry you have lost some confidence. Causes can be varied and it maybe with some extra training you will regain confidence without having to change bike. I think the Tracer generally is a good bike to assist with confidence building, but a session with a good instructor may help identify reasons and a plan going forward. In the past i have seen this situation and things usually work out well with the right guidance. I hope all goes well for you, all the best.
@ThePresidentofMars3 ай бұрын
Im not sure if this would be a 'teaching someone to suck eggs' situation but what sort of things should i look for, or try to gauge during a test drive with how limited the time on it is?
@MotorcyclePWR3 ай бұрын
@ThePresidentofMars From experience dealers with new bike demos give longer test rides than on a used bike, naturally as they dont want mileage going up on used stock. I think it depends on what you want from a bike. For me Im looking for comfort, how it fits me, do I get aches and pains easily, is it cramped etc. A good feel from the brakes, a weight that I dont feel intimidating, fuelling that is smooth and not harsh. I dont like bikes that feel as though it wants to be going everywhere at 90! Also whether the wind noise and turbulence is acceptable considering helmet worn and how I sit on the bike. Hope this helps, all the best
@davidmatthews3093 Жыл бұрын
Test riding a bigger more powerful bike for the first time is a bit of a waste of time. You need to try a number of bikes before you can really understand what you want.
@Tec2Nut11 ай бұрын
Bandit 1250 naked for me ?, but it's not a keeper, adv bike nxt year
@tims26762 жыл бұрын
Just got a VFR800. First big bike. Passed mod1 on it. Hope I pass mod2 because iv not used it on road yet. One day to go until test. The pressure is on because the insurance is very expensive as a provisional rider and as I can't use it legally on road it's a lot of money to just sit there in the garage. If I pass the premium should be reduced by quite a bit. What bike are you riding in the video please?
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@Tim S good job passing Mod 1 on a VFR! Yes, insurance is a lot on your own bike with a provisional isnt it, i hope the mod2 goes well. I am riding a Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX in the video. all the best
@PerryFred742 жыл бұрын
I have a VFR 800 as well as my first big bike. Been riding 125s for a year and have my direct access beginning of September. Have only ridden the Viffer up and down my drive but have to say at low speed it feels very stable and easier than my zontes zt125 u1. Got a feeling that first ride on it for real will be a bit nerve wracking though
@tpilot_error4043 жыл бұрын
Kawasaki versys
@socialising60372 жыл бұрын
I been riding a ktm 350 for 3 years now on and off road decided I've had enough of going off road and want a road bike but don't want to lose the excitement the dirt bike gives me on the road been looking at a cb650r mt07 or mt09 can find any to test ride so stuck on how fast these bikes are as watching acceleration videos doesn't mean jack to me. Any help would would great
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
hi, from my perspective i think a bike is a very personal thing. My opinion of it is likely to vary to what your opinion may be. The only way to be sure is to ride a few and see what excites you. I feel that some bikes are too powerful to use sensibly on UK roads. The bikes you mention are great, but I couldnt say if the yare right for you. Enjoy some test rides, i would be interested in what you decide upon
@socialising60372 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR I'm thinking mt07 but everyone complains about there suspension and brakes but think the engine will be cl9se to the torque of the dirt bike. Not really looking to do wheelies on the road or anything which I think the mt09 will do all the time as I do like giving it a handful.
@creepychris420 Жыл бұрын
bro i rode 125 for 1 year, 15k miles and just passed das on bandit 600, waht should i do? i can ride that bandit good but it was trash and i hated it. instructors cb1000r feels like a small bike like my 125, but bandit feels like a weird shape and dont like it much. i thought i wanted something small, but i wana go 75mph+ on motorway. i think i want flat seat and maybe dirtbike, but idk, i never rode one. i think crf300 too slow and small. aprilia sx 125 looks to tall tho. do i buy a cb1000r? is that too much bike for me. it didnt feel like it riding instrcutors bike. felt nicer than bandit. lots of people in comments seem to be car drivers who passed later and got on big bikes. idk what to do man i dont know any bikers. only old ones with these tales of bad stuff, but as u said you changed ur mind once u become an instructor...
@creepychris420 Жыл бұрын
once i got to the end you gave some very good advice for the 125 riders lol. thanks.
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
@Creepy Chris thanks for your comments Chris, hoping the video has helped with your decision? I have a lot of conversations with friends and students about which bike, but ultimately, it needs to be something which you feel good riding that doesnt make you feel like its taking you for a ride; you need to feel in control, that the handling suits you, that you are comfortable, and that it makes you feel good. Bikes that feel too small, too big, over or under powered or that you are intimidated are not the right bikes imho! You have to love the thing! I Hope you get something you love, and if its a stepping stone to something else in the future so be it, all the best
@nobbystyles48073 жыл бұрын
i dont think in my whole life ive come across a process as long winded, needlessly over complicated and poorly resourced as getting my full bike license. its taken me over two entire months to get from theory test to mod 2 and thats still three weeks away. i phoned round every training school in my county and none of them can get a mod 2 in this side of september. its a total fkin joke. what are the dvsa playing at? why dont they staff up to meet demand? its been like this for years accordingly to my instructor. im paying a fking fortune for tit as well. good insight into the license history by the way. god knows why its not been properly streamlined but yeha....
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
@nobby styles thanks for your comments. I do agree with cbt, theory and Mods 1&2, because I can safely say that many new bikers would probably have crashed without appropriate training. From my experience I have to say at least we train our bikers more thoroughly now than when i started out, but i also believe that we are still not covering enough pre test, as im sure my videos will show! This tends to be cost and time based rather than by instructor choice though. However, there are flaws in the imperfect system, created by the EU 3rd licence directive, and now the current issues we have trying to get tests caused mainly by covid. I cannot comment on DVSA operations of course! I can understand the cost issue, but if you have a good instructor the training you receive could literally save your life; we are not well paid in the industry and most of us are enthusiasts who work hard to pass on our experiences. I hope that more tests become available before September and you enjoy your training with first time passes. All the best.
@nobbystyles48073 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR same to you and thanks for the response
@MotorcyclePWR3 жыл бұрын
@nobby styles youre welcome,. ride safe
@juristimma5366 Жыл бұрын
Hi...so,i Pass my CBT 2 monts ago and driving now with Sym Get x 125.What is Your recomendations for me as next step for Get Full license and how much that cost me?
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
@Juris Timma thank you for your comment. Full licence cost will depend on your ability (because you may need more or less hours training) and the school you use, but budget for about £800- 1000 these days. A good school should be able to assess you and get you on an appropriate course to do your Module 1 and 2 tests. Finding a school that you like and gives good service is your next step, along with making sure you know the Highway Code well. Other resources can be found online on internet searches such as DVSA Learning to Ride etc. If you have plenty of knowledge its easier to focus on the practical riding when being trained on your course. Hopefully my videos will help you too. Good luck
@juristimma5366 Жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR But before i need past theory test and hazard test....?
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
@@juristimma5366 hi, yes you will need theory/hazard perception before you do the mod 1/2. most schools will want the theory passed before you start your test training
@lukebond431 Жыл бұрын
I'm 33 and doing my full A licence looking at getting a ninja 600 for my first bike does anyone know how much I'll be looking at to insure it?
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
Hi Luke, for an idea of cost its probably worth going onto one of the comparison websites and seeing how the quotes stack up. There are other well known bike insurers that dont come up on comparison sites but itll be a guide.
@21upbowls2 жыл бұрын
Do you know when the new rules on taking A2 test on 250cc come into force? Thx
@MotorcyclePWR2 жыл бұрын
@21upbowls Hi, yes, 1st March 2022, minimum cc is 245 with power requirement still 20-30kW
@21upbowls2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR Thank you so much I have been searching for the answer for a long time and you are the first person to even know what I am talking about.
@bikenxpov Жыл бұрын
which bike are you riding please
@MotorcyclePWR Жыл бұрын
hi, in this video it is a 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX
@bikenxpov Жыл бұрын
@@MotorcyclePWR thank you
@kukuboat Жыл бұрын
All I got from this video is the Suzuki Hayabusa is the best first big bike ✅