Hey guys just after some further advice and opinions.
Just been looking at what bike are out there for when I pass my test.
I was thinking of getting a 250cc bike and so far the only think I have see that I like is a Ninja 250r, but I have been toying with the idea of getting some thing else and just getting it restricted down.
I have not decided weather to go for the A2 or the DAS yet the lower power is just my own personal choice right now, so I dont imagination being restricted for 2 years will be to much of a bother for me. this may have been different if I was on a 125 geared bike but as im not, going to a 250 as a first geared bikes seems good enough.
I don’t know much about restriction bikes so really the question is are they worth doing/getting? Also dont know what sort of effect this will have on things like insurance…
As im more after a sporty looking bike (GSXR or RSV4 in future) are there any suggestions on what’s out there if I go down the A2 route and being limited to the 33bhp.
Thanks all sorry for always posting random questions…
in all honesty, if you are old enough to take a full power test, just do it. the test is the same regardless, and in most cases people find the bigger bikes easier to ride on the test, as they have proper brakes, handling etc. once you have the licence you can ride anything you like. only reason to take a restricted test is if you are not old enough. hope this helps
If you have a restricted license now for whatever reason, a restricted “bike” makes good sense if you plan to get a full license within the next two years. (Age allowing under the new rules.)
They can be quite nice to ride (if a tad frustrating) but have the big bike feel, brakes and comfort. In truth, quite a nice package if you are not in an indecent hurry.
You also save a good wedge on depreciation by simple de-restricting what you already own rather than changing bikes once the full license is gained.
lots of new 250’s comimg out and if its what you want to do … do it …
it may give you that learning time that prepares you for a bigger bike but limits you to stop rushing out and buying one because your licence lets you … but also larger bikes can be restricted …
My reason for doing the restrcited test for myself is that I am not very strong and am quite short. With exam nerves I might drop a bigger bike and not being able to tip-toe as confidently, thus will zap even more confidence - even higher risk of dropping the bike.
If you want a 25o I would go for it. I passed my A2 in 2005, after a year on a 125, and had a great couple of years zooming around on a Honda CB 250 before moving onto a big unrestricted bike in 2007. I would recommend the Honda 250s, although they are small and don’t have the road presence of big bikes, they are good all rounders - I road mine on ride outs, up the motorway and commuting. In fact I was more of a hooligan on that than I am on my big bikes now. I think one of the advantages of having that two years of restricted license, was that it allowed me to get used to going out on a bike and also helped me to calm down in a big way. I came off it three times - and the consequences, although not pleasant, were not as lethal as if I had been on a big heavy bike.
It even went off roading - photo evidence can be supplied
So, just from a personal perspective I think you will really enjoy a 250 - but do your research and get the opinions of others on here and then make up your mind!!
Well I ended up doing my test on a 125, even after a full week’s DAS course, because I was, well, a bit of a slow learner. BUT I had already bought a Triumph Bonneville. Oops. So the dealership fitted a restrictor, and I rode it quite happily for two years till they could take it off again. To be honest, as most of my riding was commuting across London, I didn’t even notice the difference, till we were out on the open road.
way to go suggest to someone how to ride illegaly otherwise in accordance to their licence
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