thedonal

I was contemplating a ZZR600 as my first bike- though I decided that it was probably a bit too fast and heavy for a first bike. Having ridden my SV for a few months, I can see that getting some experience for myself is worthwile before getting a more powerful bike. Though It doesn't mean that I'm gonna stay safe for my riding life.

I'm constantly pushing my boundaries and this will extend to a 600cc sportsbike for my next bike. Though I'm going to wait a couple of years to really enjoy/get the best out of the SV and get some no claims, as I'll be jumping up a few insurance brackets...

I do understand people respecting the more power and not just jumping onto the most powerful bike they can get- that's why the DVLA introduced the 33bph restriction for younger riders.

There are people who could get on a ZZR1400 or Hayabusa as a new rider and ride it safelyfrom the start. Other people have to get the experience and confidence before pushing themselves. At the end of the day, most of us know when we're ready to move on....

I do agree, though, that people do limit themselves and put up barriers that don't actually exist- this is part of the programming we receive through life- both socially and through fear of the unknown. It's amazing what you can achieve when you don't spend years telling yourself that you can't...

2 or 3 years ago, I wouldn't have even considered myself getting a motorbike...