To 50 or not to 50?

[Kaph]

Hey guys,

I was kind of set on skipping a 50 and just going straight to a 125 when I'm 17 in August.

However I've had a look around and seeing 50's that aren't scooter-style is making me reconsider, but I don't want to look like a prick, or spend the money I would spend on a 125 on a 50.

Nevertheless, it would be nice to retain some independancy when travelling, and not having to rely on the 'rents for lifts.

I was pretty much set on a NSR125 when I hit 17, but looking around at the various MX50s, TZR50s, etc...they're not quite as repulsive.

Generally, I'm asking if it's worth the cash on a 50? Naturally, I guess it depends heavily on the resale.

One plus I guess is (I hope!) as soon as I hit 17, it would allow me to do say a 5 day intensitive and get my A2, as I would have the road experience and uhm, knowledge in gearing(?!) from the 50.

I kind of answered my own question. Nonetheless, I like other people's opinions . And whether or not you would kick me when(!) I crash instead of helping me up.

Oh, one last thing: Does your CBT at 16 on a geared 50, cover you for a geared 125?

Thank youuu!

[metalangel]

If it was me, I'd wait for a 125, but that's me.
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If it was me, I'd get a 50. Independence, gain some road sense and maintenance skills, get a head start on cheaper insurance, get a feel for what style of bike you prefer, get your first crash out of the way on a cheap to fix bike, find out what bike gear is comfortable, start building a decent toolkit earlier, appreciate a 125 more after crawling around at 30mph

And start the biking memories earlier
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[Polo]

[Jabbles21]

Hi there, I'm in the same position but unfortunately i dont have enough money for a good 50 so i think i might just be saving for a 125, but if you have the money, i would get a 50
Jake.

[Kaph]

Okay, I'm thinking I'll grab a 50.

Any recommended bike clothing sites? And are there any like casual trousers that have Kevlar in? It'll be a PITA to carry overtrousers + jacket + helmet around with me.

Any recommended 50's, too? There's a MX50 2003 going for around £600 in my area, worth it?

Thankkk you very much, apologies for the questoin bombardment.

xx

EDIT: Why the ... did I put kisses on this?! Freak.

[shadowbiker]

[Kaph]

Lovely - thanks for the link!

Just applied for my provisional, woo.

When I'm 17, will I need to apply for a provisional motorbike and car or will they automatically activate?

[Kai.Wilson]

[squally]

deffinately

[Kaph]

Thanks - going to grab one definitely .

Unfortunately can't seem to find any RX or MXs around in my area, any other suggestions on Supermoto 50's?

Budget is around 700 Thanks.

[squally]

Derbi have a couple (senda and extreme i think they are called

gilera Smt (or RCR) 50

Yamaha Ts50

and as you said aprillia

All good reliable bikes
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[Kaph]

Thanks Been checking eBay for the last few days.

Are CPI a reliable brand?

On a plus note, my provisional came through today! Only 8days turnaround, even with the postal strikes. Not thaaat bad. And, even better, on the back it has A and B valid from my 17th birthday, so I don't need to send off and get them. Excellent.

I'm assuming the CBT will let me do 125's too, so I can go straight out on my 17th birthday without having to do anything?