Good Evening,
I've just found this forum in the last couple of days and I wondered if you could give me some advice?
I am currently riding an Imported Suzuki GN125 on a CBT Certificate.
I'm looking to pass my test, either restricted or direct access in the next couple of months.
Is the SV650 a good beginner bike?
Is it a comfortable bike for some one 6ft tall with a bit of a beer belly?
Is it worth riding restricted for 2 years and then getting the bike de-restricted?
Or should I just break the bank and take the direct access?
I have been on a Bike-safe course with our local constabulary (found it quite good, even on the ride out on a 125!) so can anyone suggest a insurance company who'll give you a discount if you've been on the course?
And how much I'm likely to pay (I'm 31, 1y no claims, 3 points on driving licence)?
I'm limited to what funds I'll be able to generate, but it should be approx £2200.
This has got to pay for my training (approx £400), some protective gear (boots and leather pants, Approx £150) and the Bike! What year/condition bike would I be looking at for £1700-£1800?
My local motorbike dealer has a SV650 naked in Yellow, on a T reg for £2400.
I thought it sounded a bit expensive!
Cheers
Sonicrebel