33 bhp restrictors

[Fifteen15]

When I passed my mod 2 a few days ago, at the end of the test my examiner started talking about having my bike restricted to 33bhp. He then went on to say it NEEDS to be fitted by a mechanic, and I NEED the certificate to prove it. How much of this is true? I think he is talking bullshit. Not only that, but a rider at my dads work said exactly the same.

I'm planning on getting a second hand ECU restrictor kit for my SV650 and getting my dad (ex-mechanic) to fix it. It will save me 100 odd quid by buying a second hand restrictor and £100 for the certificate.
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[Scythe]

You don't need anything, as long as the bike is 33hp.

I bought mine of SV650.org for £30 and fitted them myself. No problem.
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[Ingah]

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[spadxiii1918]

I had my bike restricted.
As long as you inform the insurance company of the "modification" and you ride within the confines of your License, then you shouldn't have any problems.

If you are unfortunate to make a claim, the insurance assessor will seek confirmation that a kit had been fitted.

Ride safe.

[Benson_JV]

It's bullshit. Simple.

The law states nowhere that you need a certificate. It only states that you need to be 33bhp (even then it doesn't state where! Crank or RW) If your insurance ask to see proof then you tell them to dyno it at their expense when it's convenient for you.
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[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

Person employed by the government spreading bullshit! Shocker!
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[Rogerborg]

[J.M.]

He says that you need a certificate because some insurance companies will want proof that your bike is restricted - and this certificate is the proof. And AFAIK, you only get the certificate from a mechanic.
It's much like sending a photocopy of your CBT when applying for provisional insurance.

As from a legal perspective - I don't believe the certificate is a legal requirement.
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[dazzzaa]

this wouldnt happen if you did cat a
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