Progressing onto a bigger bike...

crusa

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I passed my CBT two weeks ago, and have been driving a 50cc peugeot kisbee to work and back. It's limited to 32mph :( and is really slow to accelerate, which is a pain when you have people waiting behind you in traffic (especially on hills).

I don't know whether to carry on using it until next year and just put up with it, to gain more experience on the roads, or to go ahead and buy a new bike (125cc).

Is the jump from a twist & go 50cc scooter to a 125cc bike as big as it seems?

What would you suggest I do?

Thanks! ;)
 
If you have passed your CBT then just buy a 125cc like an Aprilia RS125. Start off with it restricted and then if you feel ready, get it derestricted to the full 33bhp or so. They are great fun and quite quick for a 125cc. As for the jump between 50 to 125. Well yes it will be a jump but like with all jumps in power, the throttle is not an on/off switch. I went from 125cc to 600cc one day and I didn't die surprisingly.
 
I did my CBT on a 50cc scooter as well, so more worried about using the clutch/gears etc... due to not having any experience with them at all.
 
What do you want out of the bike? If its just transport and you want a bit more power, then a 4 stroke 125 would be best, something like a Yammy YBR125 or Honda CBF125. Or just get a 125 scooter, which is probably the most practical solution.

If you want a screaming 2 stroke, which will definitely be more fun and powerful but is a race rep riding position and require a lot more maintenance, then the RS is probably the pick of the 2 strokes.
 
jaybee said:
It's true, the world will suffer as a result if you run it de-restricted on L's.
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So you have no issues with anyone running cars with no license or insurance either then? I'm sure you'd be more than happy to have your bike written off by a cager and then have to pay out of your own pocket.
 
jaybee said:
It's true, the world will suffer as a result if you run it de-restricted on L's.
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It will, you ride on an unrestricted 125 with a cbt; you are riding without insurance. You crash and your insurer won't pay out. You riding without insurance raises premiums for the rest of us.
Hence we suffer.
You also get screwed for riding uninsured and without a license.

You can do what you like, but soliciting bad (illegal) advice on an open forum to people who may not know better is not right.
 
Sagalout said:
What do you want out of the bike? If its just transport and you want a bit more power, then a 4 stroke 125 would be best, something like a Yammy YBR125 or Honda CBF125. Or just get a 125 scooter, which is probably the most practical solution.

If you want a screaming 2 stroke, which will definitely be more fun and powerful but is a race rep riding position and require a lot more maintenance, then the RS is probably the pick of the 2 strokes.
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It's mainly just getting to and from work, which includes many steep hills on the journey home, which it struggles to get up when stopping and starting due to traffic.

I was thinking of getting a 125 scooter, but they seem to be in the same price range as the 125cc bikes.

How about a Yamaha yzf r125?
 
no1 will know your unrestricted,i never told my insurance when i had my cagiva mito,buy a japanese bike though and pref a four stroke,and buy one thats a couple of years old as apposed to brand new,youll save a few quid that way
 
I personally went from a Yamaha Aerox 50cc to a Honda Varadero 125 (Similar to Yamaha R125), and it really wasn't that bad at all.

Spend a few hours watching videos on youtube on how to change gear etc (link below).

Only problems I had was the quick acceleration (cause obviously you're used to using all the throttle on the 50cc), and a couple times of stalling. But after the first week I was fine.

Do you mind me asking your age, and if you're planning on getting full bike license too btw?

A lot of guys here will recommend a YBR125 as would I, but if you're like myself and prefer "sportier"/quicker bikes, then a R125 would suit you perfectly.
A YBR125 is good for about 60-65mph and after that it just doesn't feel "safe" riding it (vibration), not to mention wind..



 
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crusa said:
It's mainly just getting to and from work, which includes many steep hills on the journey home, which it struggles to get up when stopping and starting due to traffic.

I was thinking of getting a 125 scooter, but they seem to be in the same price range as the 125cc bikes.

How about a Yamaha yzf r125?
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Great looking bikes if you don't mind spending the money - they aren't cheap. Not as practical as a more traditional 125, but definitely has a big bike look. Varadero as mentioned is worth a look - another bike that looks like a 600 but can fit luggage etc
 
Dont buy a peaky 2 stroke for commuting . Yes there fun but not in heavy traffic when its cold and wet . Gets summit reliable and 4 stroke .. no Chinese tat . they will do 65mph all day and return 100mpg if not thrashed .
 
YZF's imo cost way too much for what you get I wouldn't bother if your commuting grab a YBR or something similar they get really good MPG to be fare some of these I cant quite believe but there's a good list here.

http://www.fuelly.com/motorcycle/yamaha/ybr125

My choice of 125 was a Hyosung mainly as it was a bit bigger than a standard 125 and ultra cumfy, get what your after though don't let anyone decide....unless its chinese. :D
 
My view on things.

If you want average commuting abilities with probably the most fun you can get on a 125, go for a 2 stroke. Cagiva Mito (my choice) Aprilia RS125 Honda Nsr 125 etc etc. These will feel like quite a big jump from a 50 to a 125 (did for me anyway). The chance of getting caught unrestricted is pretty much nothing, i had one accident and it wasnt even questioned.

If you only want it to commute, then a Yamaha YBR 125 should be perfect. Im not sure exactly but i believe its 90+ MPG compared to a 2 strokes 40/50. Top speed is around 70 according to mates that have owned them. Im pretty sure they are a lot cheaper to buy and insure aswell.

I'd personally stay away from an R125 as they are a lot more expensive, only benefits of them i guess would be that they are a little faster then a traditional 4 stroke but have less MPG.

If you still want an R125 i can suggest you invest the extra money in doing your full test instead ;)
 
i think a gilera 125 four stroke would suite you best,125 two strokers esp italian ones wont last five minutes,or maybe a yamaha 125wr four stroke,if you want something with a high up road view and good turning circle
 
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