Going to book my CBT in the next few weeks, Been looking at bikes. Was going to get a Yamaha YZF 125. But then i saw something on a dealers website about free insurance on new KTM Duke's. So now the question comes up.. Anyone got any experience with them? Im more into sportsbikes i love the way the YZF looks and from some onboard videos and reviews they seem like a lot of fun to ride.. especially on the country roads up the north of here. But i must say.. the duke is a really nice looking bike im liking the naked look. What you think?
KTM Duke 125 or Yamaha YZF 125
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Thanks for the reply's everyone.
Mostly just cruise about and take it up north on the A roads, Have some fun on the windy roads and probably go as fast as i can. Would try keep it for a good few years. Until i can sit my direct access.
Been looking at NSR's ... i really like them, and their pretty cheap too. Think i've found the bike i want!
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Good choice!
An NSR125 will **** all over an R125!They're one of the most reliable 2 stroke 125s too.
One thing to take into consideration though is that because it is 2 stroke it will require a little more maintenance than a 4 stroke.
Make sure if you get one that it's had a top end rebuild and it'll last you a good 5000 miles before you have to change the rings again.
Don't let the rebuilds put you off, it's an easier job than it sounds and a small price to pay for ridiculous power from a 125!
Thanks, I will do
This is probably a really nooby question.. But don't you have to mix the petrol with 2 stroke oil? Isn't that a pain ?