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Advice wanted from all bikers, beginners to experienced

  • 13-03-2009 2:16pm
    #1
    RMD
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,662 ✭✭✭


    Well, last week for the first time I had a proper try of a motorbike and really liked it. As Im 16 now and will be getting a job this summer its something Im giving serious consideration to. I have a couple of questions and any help would be appreciated.

    Well first of all, I'd be going for the A1 licence I think, is there any real need for me to get or consider a 125cc over say a 50cc? The bike would mostly be for short runs to shops, friends houses, going around the countryside the odd time when Im staying in my holiday house. The vast majority of the time, I doubt I'd be going anywhere further than 10km.

    Now, on the bike question. For my summer job I'd be expecting to take in somewhere around 2500-3000 euro, I'll need to get a bike and insurance for this, already have a lid from when I had a mini-moto, it was 150-200, I assume it will be ok for riding a normal sized bike? (still fits fine)

    With that kind of money, I'd assume from what I've seen in my brief checks I should be going for something second hand about 3-5 years old for a good deal. I have a pet hate for mopeds and don't even want to consider one, I'd be much more inclined to choosing something along the lines of a trail bike such as something like the Yamaha DT 50 R. After brief checks, it seems the average second hand price for one in decent condition is 1500? Is that the normal price for a 50cc trail bike second hand or is it generally more expensive for big name brands?

    Are motorbike shops generally in Ireland considered helpful or friendly, being a complete beginner to the motorbike world it would be quite easy for me to be tricked into buying the wrong bike / product.

    Open to any suggestions and help, thanks in advance


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  • #2
    seanybiker
    Closed Accounts Posts: 10,898 ✭✭✭✭seanybiker


    insurance is gonna be high for ya. I never seen a dt50 going around so i cant help ya with the price. My opinion would be to go for a 125 or 250 starting off. At your age i think the 250 option is out the window.
    Regarding lids. People always say check the make blaa blaa blaa. They all have to go through the same safety checks.
    Best of luck in you 2 wheels (and 1 wheel) life


  • #3
    RosieJoe
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,500 ✭✭✭RosieJoe


    Apply now for the permit as compulsory training is coming in. It will be on a trial period first and then might be rolled out nationwide!

    Get lessons before you hit the road (pun is intended). Big difference between a mini-moto and driving on the road.

    Like all garages you will get good and bad so research online before you go.

    Check out biker.ie and irishbikerforum for info, wealth of knowledge in these sites


  • #4
    EvilMonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,823 ✭✭✭EvilMonkey


    RosieJoe wrote: »
    Go straight for the A license
    He's 16.
    You can pick up a second hand 125 cheap enough. If you go for a non sporty 125 eg ybr, cg the insurance wont be that much different to a 50cc, try the Aon and Quinn online calculators for a rough guid to what the insurance is on different bikes. I have never ridden a 50cc motorbike so i have no idea what their like.
    Get some training and do the Aon/Quinn assessment you will get a discount on insurance, and learn skills that might save your life.


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