Should I go For my A2 License?

[NSR_KID]

hi, hope everyones doing good.

Im 17 and have a nsr125 99 model . Which is like the best bike in the world for me. IT GOES 110MPS and its a complete head turner .
However i've been riding for 3weeks after passing my cbt and wondering should i just book my test and move a step up into the world of bikes (meaning get a 400 or 600cc?)

I feel very confident when i ride and love it . Also do i need lessons to go for a practical and finally whats the average cost on a single lesson?
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[The#Doctor#]

Yes but you'll probably need to do 2 days of training though, mine cost around £250 which included the theory,2 days trainig and the test

but 125's are fun so spend at least a few months on it before doing your test
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[jonnay]

[The Old Geeza]

[jonnay]

I'm gonna go for my A2 test, the local training centre, OYB, charge £250.

That's 2 lessons, the theory and the pratical.

You also get to keep the little SR125 for a week to practice on!

I've been advised not to do the test on an NSR/RS etc as the turning circle isn't great - apparently its better to borrow a little CG or similar for the test.

Jon
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[The Old Geeza]

[Yeti]

[Paracaine]

I went straight for a 50cc twist 'n go to a 600cc Bandit, no problems!
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[Irezumi aka Reuben]

The most honest answer I could give you would be NO. Dont do it until next year.

I'm sure everyone feel's confident after 3 weeks of passing the CBT or car/bike test. It is always (without fail) a false sense of confidence. Ride through the winter and if you dont drop your bike in some way I will be pleasantly surprised.

I doubt you will follow this advice but I can assure you this will be the best course of action.
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[Barney]

[NSR_KID]

I think the best thing to get to get further experience before going for my test, 3 weeks does sound kinda early to dit for a test

However......................
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[The Old Geeza]

[Jack_Cheese]

A2 license? I thought there was the Category A (full license with restriction (for under21s)) and the A1 (light motorcycle license).

Jack
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[The Old Geeza]

[NSR_KID]

you can ride any bike as long as its restricted to meet legal laws. I think On l plates the bike should be restricted to 12bhp. Even if u get an r1 and restict ITS LEGAl so whats the confusion?
By the way mines deristrited to 33bhp which only a bike with a full licesne can ride but as i said b4 u need that extra power that special moment ( to teach boy racers some respect
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[Jack_Cheese]

All you need for a 125 is a CBT, provisional and to be over 17, but you are restricted to 11kw. 125cc is the largest capacity you can ride on a provisional + cbt.
Thanks for the help on the licensing nomenclature.

Jack
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[The Old Geeza]

[The Old Geeza]

[Jack_Cheese]

a bike can be too heavy, but not too light. the power to weight ratio is 0.16 kw/kg meaning a bike at the 25kw(33bhp) limit must weigh exactly or more than 156 kg. a heavier bike will push the power to weight ratio down.

Jack

P.S. Thanks for the reminder on the ratings front, i keep forgetting to rate posts.
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[NSR_KID]

this is pis*ing me off, my avator doesent appear, ive tried reducing it but it dnt work
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[Irezumi aka Reuben]

Here are the reasons why you should ride through winter on your 125.

You are most likely going to drop the bike, do you want to drop the flash R6 or whatever bike you ride? That will be very expensive to repair, an NSR is still expensive but as they are dropped more more parts are available cheaper in breakers.

You are going to need to learn how to control a bike when it fishtails over white lines and drains, what to do when the road is greasy, you need to learn how not to panic in an emergency situation when there's little grip (you can lock the back brake and stay upright, lock the front and you WILL hit the ground etc). How to plan ahead and learn to read what's happening so you can avoid getting into that situation in the first place. The list is endless. If you are to make a mistake as well chances are you will be going relatively slowly. Whereas on a 600 you can add 20-30mph to your speed VERY quickly.

I started riding just after last winter and I'm now going to ride through this winter on a bike which has a slightly bent frame, and although it will be easy to fix i'm going to leave it as is, it also has shit brakes and a very peaky engine which requires alot of clutch control/abuse. The theory is that if I can ride this through the winter and stay upright then riding a newer bike (even though it will have alot more power) will be far easier as the brakes and handling will be far superior to what I have learnt on.

Your choice and I think youve already made it, but for economic terms staying on your 125 will be wiser. Perhaps do training and see where you stand, and if you do pass your test resist the temptation to buy a bigger bike.
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[Barney]

[colin1]

i passed my test last week and its good knowing i can have any bike i want.

It wasnt the power that took a while to get used to, as thats easy to control with the throttle.

Its more low speed where big bikes can be tricky with weight and lumpy power delivery at low revs on singles and twins. This can be good once you get used to it.

For me it was the way some big bikes carry their weight. I found a big trail bike much easier than a 500 commuter although a bit daunting at first.

The trick is not being afraid to put your foot down to correct if it starts to fall, not once it is falling.

A derestricted 2 stroke probably breaks the power to weight rules off the 33bhp license but no one really checks.

Power to weight rule is about light powerful bikes, it doesnt stop you having heay bikes, just light and powerful bikes that accelerate well even when restricted.

Ive go an unrestricted license but if i hd the A2, id probably take the restrictors out once i had the paper saying it was restricted and i might not even bother with that.
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[The Old Geeza]

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