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Hi, I'm completely new into the biking world (possible mid-life crisis) and would appreciate some advice. 2 weeks ago I knew just about nothing of motorbikes, in fact I've not even passed my CBT yet and not ever ridden a bike.
So after viewing an endless stream of biking videos, Auto Trader ads & Gumtree ads I'm slowly getting there. Will be looking at a 125 for a year or two before going for the A licence and getting a 300cc then eventually onto a 600cc. Around the price range I'm looking at there is a fantastic choice of Lexmotos/Keeways available from £900 to £1500 brand new. Not bad looking bikes that'll probably do the do the job & still priced cheaper that some of the more well known brands of which are a few years older with high mileage.
With so many mixed reviews its difficult to separate the fan boys from the brand haters so I was wondering if any of you have tried and tested any of these models? Personally I'm looking at the Venom SE or a Michigan.
Also, are there any websites for new people to meet up for a ride?
Cheers
So after viewing an endless stream of biking videos, Auto Trader ads & Gumtree ads I'm slowly getting there. Will be looking at a 125 for a year or two before going for the A licence and getting a 300cc then eventually onto a 600cc. Around the price range I'm looking at there is a fantastic choice of Lexmotos/Keeways available from £900 to £1500 brand new. Not bad looking bikes that'll probably do the do the job & still priced cheaper that some of the more well known brands of which are a few years older with high mileage.
With so many mixed reviews its difficult to separate the fan boys from the brand haters so I was wondering if any of you have tried and tested any of these models? Personally I'm looking at the Venom SE or a Michigan.
Also, are there any websites for new people to meet up for a ride?
Cheers
Thanks for the replies, much appreciated!
If money was not an issue (and the wife) I would undoubtedly just go for the DAS (had to google the lingo) method paired with a decent bike straight away after your recommendations. Was hoping to just pass the CBT for my 39th next month but I might try and save a little more for the DAS.
Speaking of money I hadn't realised they was expensive to up keep. I'm not mechanically gifted but as long as there are some step by step guides on You Tube I'm definitely willing to learn and have a crack at the basic oil changes etc. The car will still be the main transport for work as its about a 30 mile trip each way.
As for the "Go big or go home", it's scary enough doing 15mph plus on a mountain bike so God knows what I'll be like on a motorbike
Not even sure on the style of bike yet. Would like a cruiser/custom style (watching way too much of Sons of Anarchy lately) but no doubt will up with something along the lines of the recommended CBR600F.
If money was not an issue (and the wife) I would undoubtedly just go for the DAS (had to google the lingo) method paired with a decent bike straight away after your recommendations. Was hoping to just pass the CBT for my 39th next month but I might try and save a little more for the DAS.
Speaking of money I hadn't realised they was expensive to up keep. I'm not mechanically gifted but as long as there are some step by step guides on You Tube I'm definitely willing to learn and have a crack at the basic oil changes etc. The car will still be the main transport for work as its about a 30 mile trip each way.
As for the "Go big or go home", it's scary enough doing 15mph plus on a mountain bike so God knows what I'll be like on a motorbike
Not even sure on the style of bike yet. Would like a cruiser/custom style (watching way too much of Sons of Anarchy lately) but no doubt will up with something along the lines of the recommended CBR600F.
Some great advice on here thanks.
Will be doing the CBT at the end of the month as there is allot for me to pay out from here until the new year. Shall get the full licence as soon as I can.
Like the looks and prices of the Bandit so that's probably the front runner when I get the licence. If buying new though, the MT-07 seems to tick all the right boxes.
On subject though. I went to a Lexmoto dealer (Warrington), helpful chap working there and backed up the quality obviously. They come with a 2 year warranty which covers all parts minus cables, tyres and brakes mainly (so he says). As someone mentioned though, although it's cheap the resale value will not be great whilst speaking to one dealer he said they don't trade in Chinese bikes at all. I'll still try to avoid if a decent deal is around for a better brand.
Is Auto Trader, Ebay and Gumtree the best places to look for used bikes in the internet or is there somewhere else I should be looking?
Will be doing the CBT at the end of the month as there is allot for me to pay out from here until the new year. Shall get the full licence as soon as I can.
Like the looks and prices of the Bandit so that's probably the front runner when I get the licence. If buying new though, the MT-07 seems to tick all the right boxes.
On subject though. I went to a Lexmoto dealer (Warrington), helpful chap working there and backed up the quality obviously. They come with a 2 year warranty which covers all parts minus cables, tyres and brakes mainly (so he says). As someone mentioned though, although it's cheap the resale value will not be great whilst speaking to one dealer he said they don't trade in Chinese bikes at all. I'll still try to avoid if a decent deal is around for a better brand.
Is Auto Trader, Ebay and Gumtree the best places to look for used bikes in the internet or is there somewhere else I should be looking?
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