Absolute novice looking for direction

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Klunt Bumskrint

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So... Did my cbt 6 years ago and its obviously lapsed so I've decided to do my full bike test as it's something that's been in the back of my mind for years and years. Got my theory test booked in October, DAS course booked for December.

Now , I know nothing... And I mean nothing about bikes, I don't understand the letters cbr/vtr/etc, I don't know what kind of bike I like, whether I need 600cc or 1000cc. Is 3 grand enough to spend on a first (second) bike?

Can anyone advise or provide any resource where I can learn.

Thanks
 
I have a garage so it will definitely go in there. Is a 1000cc a lot faster/heavier/scary than a 600?
I'm not really into the really sporty looking bikes, maybe either the chopper style or something without all the plastic.
 
1That rebel looks awesome. I think I like the crusier or "naked" style. That sv650 seems doable though, what about my £3000 budget? Some bikes I've seen on bike trader are nearly 20 years old for the money I'm spending are older bikes ok? I wouldn't ever buy a car that old.
 
My cbt is the first day of my DAS.
So I dont want something i'm going to get bored of or that isn't thrilling after a while.

I want something with pep that is going to keep me going for a couple of years. Is the SV650 that? Whats the diff between the sv650 and sv650s?
 
Captain said:
If he’s over 24, he’ll be riding an unrestricted 650cc bike.
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I'm 42.

davejh666 said:
A 1 ltr bike is too much for your first proper bike imo.

I started on a 600 - a ZX6R. I have had various bikes, my last being a Fireblade and the difference between the two is vast tbh. You will learn more and get more out of a 600cc than a 1000cc.
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Yeah I don't need a 1ltr just want something I'm not going to be bored of after 2 months...but also not breakneck stupid..... but also not dull.... but also safe. 600-700 sounds about right and naked...the bike not me.
 
Scythe said:
What experience do you have in drive high performance cars? If not a lot, you won't find a 600cc bike slow after the first year. Those who do, usually haven't found the top of the revs!

I echo what others have said, the SV650, ER6, Z650 etc are great, reliable bikes which have plenty of accessible power for a new starter. You will probably learn on one of these bikes (or similar) as part of your DAS.

One thing I will say: don't buy a bike now. On your DAS, the type of bike and engine size you want will come to you. For some inspiration, if you don't like sports bikes, I would look at the Suzuki SV650X, Yamaha MT07, Honda CB650R for inspiration.
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Was a bit of a boy racer in my day, had a car that was featured in max power, my last love was a scooby but got rid of that when my second child was on the way (2006).

SV650 sounds like the one for me, wont be buying until Dec or Jan as my DAS isn't until Dec (so I couldn't even test ride or pick up a bike).

Where do us bikers (lol) get gloves etc, I've looked on amazon but they all seem cheap and crap. I have a helmet left over from 6 years ago that I bought from the CBT centre.
 
Theory Test tomorrow. I'm getting 9/10 or 10/10 on the practice questions, but these bloody hazard perception videos are stupid. I've got the DVLA test app on my phone, you have to watch them like you're paranoid!! AAARRRGHHH A BLADE OF GRASS , OOOOOOHHH A CAR!

Wish me luck.
 
FAILED! You need 43 out of 50 for the questions and 44 out of 75 for hazard perception. I got 41 and 60 respectively. Missed by 2 points. :D:mad: Booked again for the 7th
 
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