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PostPosted: 01:51 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

I already know, I'm just trying to settle something with a mate.

The premise here is basically to travel 2,000 miles on a 125cc bike.



UK bikers probably know where this is going..
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PostPosted: 02:09 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

It would be fine. It wouldn't be very fast. An opportunity to take in the scenery, like a bicycle but a lot less effort.

(Not 2000 miles all at once, of course. You'd probably fall asleep while riding in that case, no matter what cc the bike.)
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PostPosted: 07:09 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Not a problem. Just stay away from larger main A roads and motorways. Someone will be along shortly to tell you, you need more POWAAR!
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PostPosted: 09:35 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

pepperami wrote:
Not a problem. Just stay away from larger main A roads and motorways. Someone will be along shortly to tell you, you need more POWAAR!


Yep, me Laughing

It would drive me insane. Of course it's doable unless you are riding the Alps, two up with luggage but enjoyable? Not in my eyes.
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PostPosted: 09:59 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

I did it in the 1970's, I did over 2000 mile's on a two week holiday on a vespa driving around Lancashire and Yorkshire from Kent, really good fun ,and plenty of good northern beer.
Use only A and B roads, nothing larger , improve the padding on the saddle, cos you don't want to get off walking like John Wayne , and keep your riding position upright to keep the weight off your arms
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PostPosted: 10:08 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tankie wrote:
I did it in the 1970's, I did over 2000 mile's on a two week holiday on a vespa driving around Lancashire and Yorkshire from Kent, really good fun ,and plenty of good northern beer.
Use only A and B roads, nothing larger , improve the padding on the saddle, cos you don't want to get off walking like John Wayne , and keep your riding position upright to keep the weight off your arms


Were you a mod? Did you have lots of mirrors and a 'Tony the tiger' tiger tail tied to your bike? Laughing
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PostPosted: 10:15 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

No I was not mod, it was my first machine, as an apprentice it was all I could afford at the time , I think my wage was £12 a week, and I could fill the tank for £1.00
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PostPosted: 10:17 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

As long as youre not in a hurry and keep your daily miles to a sensible level it'll be fine. I've done 200 mile days around the countryside and enjoyed it.

Avoid motorways (which I'd do anyway unless a fast transit was needed) and 70mpg dual carriageways where possible. The twistier the roads the better. I find in the twisty bits I'm generally wanting to go a bit faster than most cars but the power isn't there for overtakes so it can be frustrating. This is why you need to be content to just cruise.

Also worth considering thar most 125s will be spending a lot of time flat out (which is fine) and will possibly require an oil change in that time. Not to be neglected if constantly at full throttle.

I did 1600 miles in a mountain bike so doing it on a 125 would be fine.
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PostPosted: 11:14 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

ditnu wrote:

The premise here is basically to travel 2,000 miles on a 125cc bike.
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tedium ad infinitum .... Rolling Eyes
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PostPosted: 11:54 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

Copycat73 wrote:
ditnu wrote:

The premise here is basically to travel 2,000 miles on a 125cc bike.
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tedium ad infinitum .... Rolling Eyes

You want to slowdown ,...speed kills
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PostPosted: 18:24 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

Copycat73 wrote:


tedium ad infinitum .... Rolling Eyes


I disagree, if you plan the journey right, could be a epic tour Thumbs Up
However 2,000 miles all in one hit Shocked Shocked .
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PostPosted: 18:49 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

Tankie wrote:

You want to slowdown ,...speed kills


so does deep vein thrombosis ..

so don`t forget your compression stockings ... Sick
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PostPosted: 19:06 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tankie wrote:
have a bit of respect!

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The more you tell us to respect you, the less respect we have for you. Thumbs Up

Anyway, going back to the OP. 2,000 miles on a 125 would be much like 2,000 miles on any other size bike other than how long it'll take.
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PostPosted: 19:15 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tankie wrote:

have a bit of respect!


you really are in the wrong forum for that ....

anyway don`t forget to steradent your teeth tonight Thumbs Up


Ste wrote:

Anyway, going back to the OP. 2,000 miles on a 125 would be much like 2,000 miles on any other size bike other than how long it'll take.


80 hours of wheel turnin ... @ 25 miles to the hour average speed of 35mph ..

yeah an excellent bikin experience ... Wink
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PostPosted: 19:28 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

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I can't, but I can take yours out ,twat!

Oh boy, you're going to last long here. Mr. Green
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PostPosted: 20:14 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tankie wrote:
I can't, but I can take yours out ,twat!


Even bodyguard can take his teeth out.

Are you sure you weren't a mod, you seem to have a small insecurity problem. Cool
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PostPosted: 20:25 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

ditnu wrote:
The premise here is basically to travel 2,000 miles on a 125cc bike.


Where? When? Over what time period?

I could ask, why? But that's only because I never found the need to keep on keeping on with my tiddler and only really ever commuted on it. Fair cop if you've found one that inspires confidence and makes you want to ride it.

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PostPosted: 20:50 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

If it's about the joy of riding a motorcycle then it will be boring beyond belief.

If it's just about getting from A to B it will still be boring beyond belief.
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PostPosted: 22:09 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

If you're on a schedule, it'll be rushed, even if you plan for it.

If you're a Trustafarian or on a "sabbatical" and abandoning your wife to pay the mortgage stinkwheel it'll be just fine. People can and do go round the world on them.
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PostPosted: 23:53 - 25 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

If you're doing a tour for the enjoyment of seeing new places - sure, a 125 4 stroke will be quicker than a push bike, but still very frugal to get around with and carry an ok amount of kit.

I'd prefer an option that I would enjoy riding more.
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PostPosted: 00:30 - 26 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

Depending on how many miles you'll be averaging per day, along with things like weather conditions and the possibility of a flat tyre and/or breakdown in the middle of nowhere, also how comfortable your bike/riding posiposition is, you may not be able to even look at it again for at least a week without groaning, never mind ride it afterwards. Laughing

But, yes. It is certainly doable.

I speak from experience btw. Although it wasn't quite 2,000 miles. I think it was around 1,400 - 1,500 over a 3-4 day period, if my memory is correct.
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PostPosted: 09:00 - 26 Feb 2017    Post subject: Reply with quote

It will be doable, but it will be wank
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PostPosted: 10:36 - 26 Feb 2017    Post subject: Re: What it would be like to ride a 125cc for 2,000 miles? Reply with quote

ditnu wrote:
UK bikers probably know where this is going..


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