Habakure Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Okay, after some advice regarding this bike:- Honda Varadero. Basically, it's for a friend who has tried out a couple of 125cc bikes and this him was recommend as the rest were causing him discomfort (long legs). So, is this the best bike to get (regarding it's spec and the fact he's new to motorbikes)? Link to post Share on other sites
thatguy404 Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Not a bad choice, can be had fairly cheap.Also look at the Yamaha WR125'sBit sportier, but made for the taller gent in mind. Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Either the Varadero, or the CBF125 would be good for a long legged mac daddy. I used to have a CBF125, and found it an easy to ride, comfortable bike, and I am 6'2". I got it after going to look at the CBR125, and finding it like a monkey bike when I sat on it. The CBF is also nice and cheap to repair, and insanely cheap to run. Only thing I will say though is it's not a racy style bike, so the tyre profile doesn't lend itself to being thrown around. It will corner well, but won't handle any knee down attempts. Link to post Share on other sites
Habakure Posted September 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Thanks for the replies, very much appreciated. Link to post Share on other sites
ollie_ty Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 LOVE my CBF125. Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Much cbf love in here. Link to post Share on other sites
thatguy404 Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Or maybe a Ybr? Found the newer ones 10onwards are built really well Link to post Share on other sites
ED-SKaR Posted September 16, 2014 Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 I asked around about leg positions on 350-650 bikes when I went to my full catA, and was told the CB500 has a straight leg position. It doesn't. It has a nice sporty position.... that I hate. But I'm stuck with the bike now because I can't afford to be buying and selling a heap of bikes until I find the right one. My point is that advice like this is subject to YMMV, and given his height, he really should go into a dealer and sit on some bikes. See what fits his legs. Link to post Share on other sites
Habakure Posted September 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Well, the bike that he couldn't corner (well) with during the exam (he had to swap to a 500cc for part of the test) had the same frame as the CBF125, so he's discounted that. Always appreciate the input though. He's goin to a dealership this sat, so fingers crossed he finds one that suits his legs. Link to post Share on other sites
Leshy Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Try a Honda xr as they are quite tall and light. See as far as 125s go, as light as possible. I would go for an offroad style as the quality of the UK roads are *suitcase*. And you can always kryon it and use it in milsim games. Link to post Share on other sites
lee stephenson Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 I rode a Varadero as my only transport for about a year and a half. I'm 6'4" and never had any issues. I did quite a few long rides and its still going strong 7 years later with my brother in London. They are cheap to run and good fun to ride, I would definitly recommend one. As others have said, best option would be to go to a dealership and through your leg over a few different style and see which fits best. Later daze Lee Link to post Share on other sites
BigAl Posted September 20, 2014 Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 Also keep in mind if buying a trail type bike they are often knocked to use as field bike so get a good lock and chain. Link to post Share on other sites
paranoiddroid Posted September 24, 2014 Report Share Posted September 24, 2014 look for the biggest gnarliest thatcham approved lock you can get gold would be good. basically look for a lock and chain where you think, "yeah if I saw vin diesel using this in a film It looks like it would work" Link to post Share on other sites
Dacascos Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I love bikes and athough the lists above are great I'd seriously consider an older Honda NSR125. One they're cheap as chips and hold resale value, two they'll punch past highway speeds (top is 88mph) and as a tall guy 6'2" one of my female friends had one and I could ride it without issue. I also make this suggestion on the basis they are cheap to fix, really really simple mechanically and he WILL want more power soon so.... Just my 2cents though Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 I love bikes and athough the lists above are great I'd seriously consider an older Honda NSR125. One they're cheap as chips and hold resale value, two they'll punch past highway speeds (top is 88mph) and as a tall guy 6'2" one of my female friends had one and I could ride it without issue. I also make this suggestion on the basis they are cheap to fix, really really simple mechanically and he WILL want more power soon so.... Just my 2cents though 88mph? Not without de-restricting it. Which you can't legally do on a CBT as the A1 (light motorcycle, CBT) license terms stipulate maximum power output as well as maximum engine size. Link to post Share on other sites
Apex Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Yam MT125 ? KTM Duke 125 ? Link to post Share on other sites
Dacascos Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 88mph? Not without de-restricting it. Which you can't legally do on a CBT as the A1 (light motorcycle, CBT) license terms stipulate maximum power output as well as maximum engine size. Correct but being that it is just a restrictor in the inlet or exhaust pending the year of build (a simple flange) its easy to do and lets face it we all would and or have and yes the max engine size on CBT is 125. Plus even the newer 125's are able to be deresticted and add high flow exhausts, 1 up 1 down on the spokets for higher acceleration or top speed etc etc.. Not quitet the options of an R1 but they're still there! Either or, the NSR is definately what I would suggest hands down! Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Correct but being that it is just a restrictor in the inlet or exhaust pending the year of build (a simple flange) its easy to do and lets face it we all would and or have and yes the max engine size on CBT is 125. Plus even the newer 125's are able to be deresticted and add high flow exhausts, 1 up 1 down on the spokets for higher acceleration or top speed etc etc.. Not quitet the options of an R1 but they're still there! Either or, the NSR is definately what I would suggest hands down! Just because you can, doesn't make it any more legal as you are changing the power output of the engine. A lot of insurance underwriters these days are asking their approved garages to check for the correct placement of restrictors on 125s before paying out after an accident. If it's been illegally derestricted your insurance is invalidated, you don't get paid and you could even be charged with an IN10 (driving without proper insurance). Link to post Share on other sites
Dacascos Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Which is a total of 6 points on a licence for 3 years but this does not take away from it being my opinion as answer to said question. Parking on double yellows is illegal, smoking less that what maybe 50ft frpm a building is illegal not to mention under age drinking, a pasttime which 99% of us can lay stake too!!Irrespectively the NSR pound for pound and power for power even unrestricted beats most modern bikes Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 Yes, and 6 points is enough to lose your license on a provisional, which will have a massive effect on future insurance prices, the ability to commute and even your job if you ever have to drive a company vehicle in the future. Totally worth it for an extra 15mph. Obviously you're going to keep pushing your opinion that breaking the law is the cool guy thing to do, so I'll leave it at that. Link to post Share on other sites
Dacascos Posted October 8, 2014 Report Share Posted October 8, 2014 There's alway one ***roll eyes*** but everyone is allowed their own opinion which is perfectly fine Scorch. I have not and will not condone breaking the law in anyway but with your keyboard as your warrior weapon feel free to make your allegations. I do however have toa dmit these are the things that happen and list them out as fact. I will hold my hand out to you for a telling off though as I did park on a double yellow line the other day so I could jusmp out and post a letter But thank you for calling me a cool guy Link to post Share on other sites
rono Posted October 21, 2014 Report Share Posted October 21, 2014 Yes, and 6 points is enough to lose your license on a provisional, which will have a massive effect on future insurance prices, the ability to commute and even your job if you ever have to drive a company vehicle in the future. Totally worth it for an extra 15mph.; Obviously you're going to keep pushing your opinion that breaking the law is the cool guy thing to do, so I'll leave it at that. I think it highlights how ridiculous motoring laws are. Not only that but they have become even worse in recent years for motorcycles and prior to that it was our insurance industry. Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted October 21, 2014 Report Share Posted October 21, 2014 I think it highlights how ridiculous motoring laws are. Not only that but they have become even worse in recent years for motorcycles and prior to that it was our insurance industry. You don't need to tell me fella, I not long ago worked in motorcycle insurance. That, and this years debacle of being asked to pay £90 extra +fees for the 3 remaining months of my policy just because I had the audacity to move to a nicer area with a garage and stopped parking my bike on the street. So that policy got cancelled, and a new one elsewhere taken out for £66 for a whole year. Link to post Share on other sites
Smoke Posted October 21, 2014 Report Share Posted October 21, 2014 Eh? My old Suzuki RG125 Gamma used to get over 80 odd easily, and wasn't fiddled with...? This is nearly 20 years ago though... Wow, I just made myself feel really old Link to post Share on other sites
scorch Posted October 21, 2014 Report Share Posted October 21, 2014 Eh? My old Suzuki RG125 Gamma used to get over 80 odd easily, and wasn't fiddled with...? This is nearly 20 years ago though... Wow, I just made myself feel really old 20 years ago, on top of the fact you weigh about the same as the average toddler. Link to post Share on other sites
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