r/125cc

How long does it take to feel comfortable and start having fun on your motorcycle.

For background I rode a Honda VFR 800 for a year back in 2022 and had to sell it. Now I have 2025 ZX6R and I've been getting back into riding over the past 5 months. I only have about 800 miles on the bike cause of weather where I live.

Don't misunderstand I do enjoy riding but as I have been getting back into the hobby it feels like im getting worse at riding and each ride feels more stressful. I do have fun moments but 70 percent of the time I just feel a little stressed after riding .Between my throttle hand going numb( and yes I don't have a death grip and I keep my weight off the handle bars),traffic, bumpy roads, noticing every mistake I make and trying to improve on those mistakes I just feel exhausted.

I guess what I more trying to ask is am I in some sort of weird adjustment period that everyone experiences cause I am kinda still a new rider or am I alone in this endeavor.

To end I appreciate everyone's input and thank you for your time in this matter.

PS the 30 percent of the time I feel like im having a blast is on empty back roads

So basically i just passed my code 125 wich means that i can ride bike up to 125cc inside my country. I am having some trouble finding a bike that would be good for me. In driving school i was riding a Kawasaki z125 (the normal version not the American mini bike) and it was a tad too "sporty" for me. Im 188cm tall or about 6 feet 2 in freedom units.

So basically i want something to fit me comfortably. And suggestions? I saw a lot of Yamahas ybr 125 for a good price but idk sice i heard they are quite small and underpowered compared to what i rode wich wasn't fast by any means.

P.S. i know there are a lot of taller enduro 125s but i kinda don't really like the dualsport/high front mud flap design.

XSR125 due next week, CBT done, insurance done and kit ready, can't wait.

I'm going to walk it down into the garden office for overnight storage, will lock it up obviously and block it in - what do you recommend I get a minimum for when out and about. A couple of litelok and disk alarm - whats the collective thoughts on this before I go over the top. I'll be in the local openair car park for a while yet I don't want to look too foolish from day one 🤣 thanks all.

Важно: я буду сдавать на права на машину, в «комплекте» с ними идут права на мотоциклы до 125 кубов, так что важно выбрать что то хорошее, но и не больше 125 кубов. Эндурики не особо вкатывают внешне, да и для дорог это не то. У меня есть один вариант - Kawasaki el125 eliminator.

Along with Power I need the mileage also minimum 42-45 to max 55-60 consistently in any condition so which bike should I go for. I am confused between honda cb125 and nx200 cause I love Honda engine and refinement. I don't know which one to go for. Please help

Hi there I 18f finally got my motorcycle license and am looking to buy a bike. I was looking into Harley’s for a bit since my uncle has one, but I enjoyed riding his 2026 zx6rr much more. I’m not looking for anything super fast just something to get me into riding more. The most I’m willing to spend is 8k. I’m a pretty short gal 5’4-5’5 and had a rough time reaching the ground on certain bikes. Just wondering what yall would suggest thanks :)

Edit: I looked into a quote for a couple
Of bikes it’s about 250

CBT booked in for August and need a bike. Budget is c£3500.

This is where (hopefully) it gets interesting.

I'm 6'2" and weigh about 12 stone (tall and lanky). Novice rider, but 30+ years of driving (including race licence so pretty aware, just not on 2 wheels).

I've agreed to do a roadtrip with mates next summer from the Isle of Skye to Tangier, down through France and Spain. Most of them have done big bike touring before so they have added a rule that we must all be on 125s. No camping involved thank god!

Suggest a good novice bike suitable for learning but also doing the trip.

Longer term I'll probably upgrade to a bigger bike, but generally speaking I'm after a bike for pottering about the Lake District and Pennines and no desire for riding fast or getting my knee down. The 125 will probably be swapped next autumn after the trip for something a bit more comfortable.

Whilst the others are looking at oddballs and classics, I think I need something boring and sensible. Preferably that will be reliable!

I will be getting my big boy licence before the trip.

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