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Most of the bikers I've seen on the road have done this and I don't know why? I've started to do it back but I have no idea what it means.

Summer evening, just before sunset. Light traffic. K1600. German Autobahn. Round about 130 mph. Jack Johnson on the head set - 80 miles to go.

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Need advice to pass my CBT. For context i’ve been driving a car for over 2 years so road experience is no issue, and have never ridden any sort of moped/ motorbike.

Thought i’d try out a 50cc auto for the first time on my CBT and failed miserably. My main issues were balancing the moped when turning and I was sort of going in a direction i didn’t want and I ended up veering a lot even going straight.

My instructor wasn’t any help and the rest of the group had riding experience so they moved on quickly and he told me to come back.

Just wanted some tips for when I go back…. Thankyou.

First time since passing my DAS about a month ago. I happily rode the dealership for my test ride.

Took about half an hour for me to be comfortable with the clutch and gear changes, I filtered my way to the lights in a dual lane.

Clutch at bite, right hand turned at most 15 degrees, in first gear I'm reaching 40mph in a second and the cars behind me vanish.

It is so addictvely fun! It's such a world apart from my 125! Strangely I've never felt more confident on the boxer engined beast despite having nearly 3 years my 125.

Now I'm going to book to test ride the Kawa & Suzuki sport tourers, and hopefully decide what I'll settle for.

Hey there,
I am new to bikes and just wanted to ask for advice. I am 36 and didn’t really think about bike until this year. My old man died on bike when I was 15 back in Europe and always wanted me to have a bike but I just couldn’t…

Anyway, after 10 years of pressure from my godfather here in UK I have decided to go slowly, pass my CBT and learn on 125cc. The only problem is - while I really like classic looking bikes (Dad use to have Jawa 350) I am struggling to find half decent 125cc in my budget (up to £3k) and my height 6’4”

Thanks and sorry for essay…

So I am a newbie and riding a 1998 Marauder 125, yesterday I could not stop stalling after filling up on petrol. It was in front of a skatepark so I was feeling self conscious and it took me about 45 mins to get going properly again. I wanted to give up but did some deep breathing and had a snacknand a drink and eventually got on my way....but it really threw me!

I find the shifting process still quite tricky and am trying to practice when I can, apart from that though I absolutely love being on 2 wheels!

I have six bikes saved in Autotrader and none of them have shifted in at least a month. GSX8R, RS660, CBR500R for reference. Any advice much appreciated.

Update: thanks for the feedback all, looks like the price is the price, dealers also need to make money after all.

Hello,

I wanted to ask a few questions, I am currently completing my DAS course and had day 1 today and wanted the opinion of experienced riders and also those who have recently passed their full licence.

My instructor has asked me to keep the rear brake engaged at all times during the slow-speed drills.

I am great with the clutch but find myself either dropping off on the throttle or too much throttle, with not much consistency.

A lot of videos on YouTube say there is no need to drag the rear brake and just modulate the speed with clutch and throttle.

I really want to nail this. I’ve got another full day and then half a day before the Mod 1 test in Mitcham.

Any advice on keeping a steady throttle/Revs at all?

FYI I completed my CBT 4 weeks ago, although been driving a ca for over 10 years pretty much new to motorbikes.

Thank you

As I’ve decided stop being on the road
I have got bunch of brand new gear that I have never worn and still all boxed and have a swing tag attached.

But as they are quite expensive gear I’m having an issue with selling them even tho I listed them so cheap on eBay.

It’s arai rx7v shoei x spr pro, Dainese textile suits, boots etc. Is there anywhere else I can sell them quick?

Hi everyone 🎀

I hope you’re all doing well ! I’m in my twenties and I’ve been interested in motorcycles for a few years now. I absolutely love them, especially sporty bikes like the Yamaha R7 which is my dream bike ✨️

Unfortunately, I don’t ride myself at the moment, but I’d really love to meet other people who share the same passion and learn more about the motorcycle community around Leicester.

I was wondering if you have any members around my age, especially gir’s ? It would be lovely to meet people in their twenties or thirties who enjoy talking about bikes and sharing their experiences 🌷

I’d also love to experience a motorcycle ride as a passenger one day, if there are any opportunities for that 🫶🏻

I’m a little shy at first, but I’m really friendly and would love to get to know some fellow motorcycle enthusiasts! Thank you so much for taking the time to read my message, and I hope you all have a lovely day 🌸

Hello

Im looking at these boots from urban rider

https://www.urbanrider.co.uk/merlin-ashford-wp-boot-dark-brown.html?utm\_source=google\_shopping&utm\_source=google&utm\_campaign=&utm\_medium=cpc&utm\_content=&utm\_term=&device=m&utm\_prodid=MWB093-DKBRN-9&gad\_source=1&gad\_campaignid=23669095815&gclid=CjwKCAjw56zWBhB0EiwAdPOQOXp\_CPTz59PmOLC1vb6gc14UurVNsaPBVWWvn9XnWU\_N0vItV7LlgxoCRhUQAvD\_BwE. Wondering what are peoples opinions on them ? Im only riding a yamaha 125 commuting 13miles so looking for something that I can wear on the ride and in work... my current Adidas sambas dont make me feel that safe 🙃 (i did my cbt less than 2 weeks ago, building gear as I go)

Would a Honda WN7 be a bike more likely than average to be stolen to order, or less likely?

Ok so this isn’t anything major because everything works as it should. But in the simplest way of putting it my indicators have a 3flash minimum before you can cancel. So if I push it a fraction to early on a quick turn or j on overtaking then it doesn’t cancel. I’ve tried to get used to it but I just want to be able to cancel whenever. It’s a pain in the ass and I’m leaving it on when over taking because when you have room 2 flashes is plenty for a lane change. Is it programming or the way the relay works or what?

If it’s a pain I’ll live with it but it’s irritating to say the least. 😂 it’s a 2020 keeway klight 125cc although I doubt it really matters too much for this particular question. Also I’m thinking of some nice led indicators because mine are yellowed and abit shit looking. Is it correct I may need a different relay?

I'm mid thirties and honestly never really liked or was into bikes my whole life. I could just about tell a Harley or a Kawasaki Ninja but other than that a bike was a bike.... until recently.

Would you believe it was my 4 year old constantly looking at motorbikes and talking about them that got me looking and now I'm seriously considering getting one.

I popped into a Triumph garage and absolutely loved the retro style of the Speed 400 and Bonnevilles. I've just heard about the new Bonneville T40 and I'm considering doing my CBT, full licence then getting one.

So firstly am I crazy to want to get this as a first bike?

Should I do more research to see if I really like riding first?

I'm fairly knowledgeable about the fundamentals of vehicles having owned MGF, MGTF, Robin Hood type cars but nothing specific to bikes.