Which 125?
 

Had a test booked but can't get the time off work to do it so looks like i'll be doing the new test so am in no rush any more. Was thinking of getting a 125 to get my experience up, as much as I hate the thought. Which ones are the winners in this category, i'd like it to sound as little like a hairdryer as humanly possible! (i know that none will sound great!)

Re: Which 125?
 

What style are you after, if you are looking for sports then I beleive the new Yamaha is taking the learner world by storm.

http://cycleposers.com/images/storie.../yamaha125.jpg

If it is just for a short time I wouldn't waste my money on something like this, it will lose money pretty quick and only be of value to a spotty 16-17 year old.

I'd opt for secondhand, if you are only looking for short period of ownership, and for something like a CG125 or SR125. They are very relaible, four stroke and seem to go on for ever...

http://www.abouttownbikehire.co.uk/b...da-cg125-m.jpghttp://www.london-motorcycle-training.co.uk/sr125.jpg

Re: Which 125?
 

I would go for any of the below:

Honda CG125 (bullet proof and reliable)
Suzuki GS125 (reliable and a little sportier looking)
Suzuki Gn125 (reliable and felt a little bigger than those above).
Honda CBR125 - Nice looking, handling bike but expensive unless you go 2nd hand. Lots of knackered ones about 2nd hand.

Personally I would go for the CG125, afterall, save the major cash for a bike bike when you pass your test.

Good luck man!

Dan

Re: Which 125?
 

I drove the CG on my CBT and it gave me a hell of a bad back, i'll have a look at the suzuki's and see what I can find. If I go for a CBR then it'll be from a garage if there are knackered ones about!

Re: Which 125?
 

Four-stroke 125s are for scooters.

The only acceptable bikes under 400cc are two-strokes - get an RS125 if you can find one that's not been blown up one time too many. At worst it'll give you the kick up the behind you need to go and take your test so you can trade up.

Re: Which 125?
 

Found a year old CBR125R for £1700 with 1200 miles and warranty. Not bad? thing is though my insurance on an SV650 (with a full licence) is £258 but for the 125 with a provisional is £611, the bikes only bloody worth £1700!!

Re: Which 125?
 

Thats typical of a bike of that nature, aimed at the young and careless which is an insurance companies worst customer.

Re: Which 125?
 

I expected it to be more expensive due to being a learner. If I pass my test and upgrade to an SV though what will they do refund me the difference or just not charge me any more? Or would I just have to go and look for new insurance?

Re: Which 125?
 

Varadero - had one of them and they are really good bikes to get you used to a 'big' bike due to the size of them (bigger than an SV). No good if you are a short @rse though. They are a twin too so dont look and sound like a 125. Not fast but very well put together and lovely to ride. I'd happily commute on one now.

Re: Which 125?
 

I had the Yamaha YZF R125 and it was great, loved it, even rode it on the AR08 and was not left behind at all :D:D:D