what should i do before buying a second hand bike?

MinhDinh · World Chat Champion Joined: 01 Jan 2005 Karma :

well i am 17 (yes abit old) and took my cbt on a geared bike, i kinda failed and was told to read the highway code before i take my road ride again. well once i get my cbt...

i am looking forward to buying a second hand aprilia rs 125 or honda nsr. i did really want a rs125 but am considering the nsr as overall it may seem better, what do you think? i intend to spend something like 1300-1700. poor student you know Rolling Eyes

i intend to take a test within 2 years before my cbt runs out so will likely sell it afterwards (if i successfully complete it lol) Razz

i have been told theres a thread on what steps to take on buying a second hand bike but can't find it. can you post the link please? if there isn't one anymore then what do i need to look at before buying a 2nd hand motor? i need to know everything from picking the right bike to maintenance.

Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

Have a read of this thread for what to check when buying bikes.

1300-1700, I'd say you'd be best lookg at about £1000-1400, remember to budger for insurance, clothing & security stuff.

Also, you can easily do your test before the two year CBT is ending. You can do intensive courses if you want to skip the 125 stage, you do your CBT on the first day then a few days training on 125's follwed by your test. You then have your restricted license (33bhp for two years). You can do it at any point after you've been on the roads for a bit with a few lessons really.

MinhDinh · World Chat Champion Joined: 01 Jan 2005 Karma :

cheers, abit too much to remember so i am gonna have to find someone who knows about motorbikes and get them to help me out i guess Smile

dunno who though Sad

well as i am not that confident i am going to be good on the road i would prefer to get some experience. might love it or hate it!