looking at getting a naked bike, but im on a ristricted licence, what should i look for?

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hey guys,

i now have my A2 restricted licence, and im not a fan of the sport bikes riding position.

i currently have a 2009 KX250F that i ride now and again, i like my single cylinder 250F but ive heard single cylinder bikes are not recommended for road use.

i have around £3500-4000 for a bike, BUT only if its a keeper for a long time.

i dont want anything bigger than a 800cc as it simply wont be needed.

im a fan of Yamaha road bikes so will look at those first, thanks guys
 
Yamaha XJ6-N is a good option :) There's also an MT-03 which go for around £2800 to £3600 used.

What about an SV650, ER-6F, or XJ6-F ? As far as I know, they have quite relaxed riding positions and you won't get bashed about by the wind so much as you do on naked bikes! :p
 
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i like the xj6-n, i like the idea of a 660cc single cylinder tho :D would sound like my motocross bike but more beefy lol, but im not a fan of its looks, its very round/bubbly

whats the pros and cons with single cylinders, parallel twins, triples and in-line 4's?
 
I've no idea :p I'll let somebody else answer that.

But I think you'd have a hard time finding a modern single cylinder 600!

You can make any bike sound beefy with a good exhaust :D
 
If it's going to be a keeper, don't rule out stuff like the Triumph Speed 4 or Street Triple R either cos if i was on a restricted license, ide want something with some character to it to make up for it.
 
Dogbreath said:
I totally agree, there are better options if you are looking at second hand bikes. I only mentioned the KTM to show the OP he could get a pretty good new bike for his budget.
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Ok, fair enough :) But, if he is actually gone keep the bike for longer then more powerful and bigger bike will be an better option. I'm not saying that KTM is bad, as I quite like duke but 690 upwards. Because the sound is actually nice, on duke 390 the sound even with changed can sounds like a 125cc..
 
ive looked at the MT-03 again and its growing on me! plus its a good price.

now another thing im worried about is security, i keep my MX bike at work so its always locked up and safe, but i will have to keep the bike in my shed with chains etc.

can i get a ground anchor fitted in my shed if i cut a section out of the floor for it?

also i will like a alarm and chain, so what is the best? no budget for this, i want the best you can get! :D
 
Kawasaki Versys - one of the best bikes I've owned. Not strictly naked but a very small fairing/screen which does really help on longer journeys. Peach of an engine - rode mine all over europe.
 
I really really like the suzuki GSR 750, good insurance quotes, it's a de-tuned GSXR750 plus it looks amazing! Shame they are around £5000 used
 
Honda Hornet, Honda Hornet, Honda Hornet!! :D

Not sure if you can ride a stock Hornet on A2. They're all around 100hp. You can also restrict though
 
Craig321 said:
Honda Hornet, Honda Hornet, Honda Hornet!! :D
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This.

They're a dream to ride, enough power when you need it, and (imo) are a damn sexy bike (pre 07) :D should be able to get a pretty nice example for around 2-2.5k.
That said, i'm not sure i'd like to ride a restricted one, the party starts at 7k.
 
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I'd go for an SV650, they're very reliable, not too bad restricted and you can get a nice example for a good price leaving some of your budget for some better gear/sat nav/ride cam.

It's also not as sporty as you think and very comfortable over long distances.
 
im 20 at the moment, and no, have to be on a restricted licence for two years after passing you test, unless you are 24 you can get a direct access to any bike :(

ive not long got my licence so thats why im prepared to get a big bike (looks like a 2012 GSR750 atm) and have it restricted then as soon as it gets lifted, open it up!

im going to view a GSR750 next weekend, its not the colour i want but i will get a idea on how it feels etc
 
Ah fair enough. SO glad I got my full licence before the new rules otherwise I'd be in the same position as you. I'm still not old enough to do the new DAS course!
 
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