cbr 125

duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

hi guys newbie to the forum can anyone give me some advice ive got a scooter 100cc auto and now wanting to buy cbr 125 geared never ridden gear bike is it easer to master the gear and what racio is it when changing gear also if ya cbt cirtifcate has expired do u have to re do the test agin also is there a thorey now as well hope ya can help also wht do u rate the new cbr!thx folks.woooosh! duran duran

McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

Umm..any chance of you repeating that in English for those of us that can't read dumbass?

Do a search for CBR125 and you will see our views on it.
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Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :

Hi

If you CBT has expired you will need to do it again. There is a theory test, but that is not part of the CBT but is needed before you do the full test.

The CBR is, well, a bit slow.

All the best

Keith
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Ian (GPX) · Brolly Dolly Joined: 05 Aug 2003 Karma :

CBR125R -- Load of crap speed wise. Not worth buying a new bike, better get a 2nd hand one to crash.

CBT -- Valid for 2 years and after this has to be done again, L-PLATES will still be needed on a bike too.

NSR125 -- These are a better choice for learners. More poke / speed. Get a 2nd hand one thats done a few miles (5k - 10k).

Gears -- Easy to master if you listen to what your being told.

andrew · Mister Road Rage Joined: 03 Feb 2002 Karma :

With a name like that you and the CBR125 deserve eachother. Twisted Evil

duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

what is the top speed of cbr 125 alos im 32 would it be worth it buying a cbr 125 or should i just get a jet force compressor whtever bike i get it has tobe able to withstand motorways ! any advice welcome also is there any pics of the cbr 125 anywhere on the net!! Confused

McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

Top speed will be about 80mph, and motorways will be a real hassle. Pass your test and get a bigger bike.

There are pictures on this site, in the photos section.
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duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

thx for the advice do ya think the cbr 125 will be k would be doing 45 miles each day 2 work would tht bike withstand it agin advice is apriciated!wooosh!........

McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

It would stand it ok, but you may not. How big are you? They are tiny bikes. And very slow.
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duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

im 5ft 8ins not very tall lol weight 13 s lol fat i no also how much ya think the insurance would be for cbr 125 also agin as ive said before ist time riding geared bike used to auto peds!...wooosh!

McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

The CBR will be too small for you.

Get an older geared 125 to learn on then pass your test and get something bigger and more suited to your needs.
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Kickstart · The Oracle Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Karma :

Hi

I am about 5'8" tall and 10.5 stone, and a CBR feels tiny to me.

Not sure how much no claims bonus you have from the scooter, but I suspect your insurance will be quite cheap.

To be honest I would say that you would be better off doing your test and buying a larger bike. Something like a CB500 would be better suited for commuting.

All the best

Keith
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duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

thx for that thinkit would be better maybe if i went to the showroom and sat on one maybe can then make me mind up also how much is bike test nowadays or do ya think nsr would be better!! again thx for ya help .woosh

Bendy · Mrs Sensible Joined: 10 Jun 2002 Karma :

Please read https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=21812 if you want to stay on the forum, otherwise the automatic karma system is going to exterminate you before the day is over.

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duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

thx for that thinkit would be better maybe if i went to the showroom and sat on one maybe can then make me mind up also how much is bike test nowadays or do ya think nsr would be better!! again thx for ya help .woosh

andrew · Mister Road Rage Joined: 03 Feb 2002 Karma :

Why do you keep ending your posts with "woosh"? You're 30 years old for gods sake. The CBR is a pile of rubbish, either get an NSR or do what Keith suggested ant try out a CB500. Also, you could really do with listening to Bendy, she made a really good point. If you carry on as you going the site will automatically ban your user account.

Woosh, Rolling Eyes

craigT19 · Jolly Green Giant Joined: 09 Feb 2002 Karma :

what the hell are you lot playing at??

This guy is new to the web site, made a post to say hello, and asked a simple question...and after only 6 posts he has 2 red karma blocks!!

jesus you guys that caused that need to remember that you were new to this whole biking thing once...and remember what it was like to be new an inexperienced, jesus!! this site has become very very hostile of late.......and in all honesty it sucks... cut the new guy some slack.
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Bendy · Mrs Sensible Joined: 10 Jun 2002 Karma :

duran duran · Derestricted Danger Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

thx for the replys umm have been listning to ya advice you all metionend nsr do ya no a website were i could buy one or at least look at one thx!

mr jamez · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Aug 2003 Karma :

www.nsr125.com

Buy them from autotrader, adtrader, local papers, ebay. The usual lot.

Git · Brolly Dolly Joined: 17 Dec 2003 Karma :

I have no idea what the first post said as it has gone, but what i do know is that karma gubbins is a pain in the posterior, i hate it!

But on the other hand, i learn how to spell those stupid little words and actually string a sentence together that makes sense, kind of!

Just like being at school again, get something wrong and teacher will nag, misbehave and get expelled Laughing

Git · Brolly Dolly Joined: 17 Dec 2003 Karma :

I lied, the first post is there, it was me.. Confused

Cbr very small.

bikedudextrm · Traffic Copper Joined: 16 Oct 2003 Karma :

The CBR125'S are ok but as said before they are really slow, you will be much happier with a 2 stroke 125 for example a nsr125. Also its not worth buying them new unless you intend to keep it for some time.

If i was in your situation i would do a full bike test as you said your cbt is running out soon anyway and go for a larger bike. Once you have done the test you will have a much larger choice of bikes and can look round more. From my experience 125's and motorways don't go well together and its uncomfortable being flat out all the time so its best to get a bigger bike that could easily cruise on the motorways.

woosh!!!! Laughing

Laura · Playboy Bunny Joined: 28 Jul 2003 Karma :

Again on the point of the cbr I also sat on one at the bike show I am 5'8 and I felt ridiculous on it it felt like a push bike with a engine (not a very good engine at that). I would suggest doing your test and buying a bigger bike (my first bike is a old cbr 600) something you won't mind dropping etc.

laura
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Noggin · Traffic Copper Joined: 27 Feb 2004 Karma :

I agree with you lot, I went to alexandra palace the other week and looked at the CBR125R, it is slimmer than the NSR125R and it looked like a bike for a 6 yr old! I am 6' 1" and am going for the NSR 125 RR, it is wider and feels better. At least the NSR125R looks bigger than a scooter, unless that's what you want? I saw the yamaha TZR50 and that looked bigger than the CBR125R.
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