@motorcycles I had my first ride on a motorbike the other day, It was scary but exciting at the same time. Really want to get my CBT & my own bike in the future

  • @Fedegenerate
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    218 days ago

    “Motorcycle Roadcraft: The Police Rider’s Handbook” is an excellent read. Get it early and you won’t have to unlearn anything.

    • SamXaviaOP
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      217 days ago

      Thank you, I will certainly look into getting that book as it could be a great help to learn how to ride safely :3

      • @Fedegenerate
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        217 days ago

        Do you know what kind of bike you’re wanting? Adventure, sports, cruiser etc? No more unasked advise I promise, I just like talking bike.

        • SamXaviaOP
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          317 days ago

          I’m currently looking at a street bike. The Honda CB125R, also no problem at all, I love talking about bikes too, don’t know everything but getting there

          • @Fedegenerate
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            217 days ago

            Good choice, my first bike was a 125 CBR and my current cb600f doesn’t bias my opinion at all. Do you have friends/family to toddle along with?

            • SamXaviaOP
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              217 days ago

              I have a friend that has been coming across and having me pillion for them at the moment but I know a few others I might be able to reach out to for advice and things… maybe.

              Family is supportive but sadly don’t have bikes themselves so going to going alone with that aspect.

              • @Fedegenerate
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                217 days ago

                Not so much advise as finding good roads and solid stops. I prefer solo rides but it depends on who you are and why you’re out. Come to Yorkshire, we have wonderful roads and beautiful scenery and a 125 won’t run you to afoul of our notorious police.

                • SamXaviaOP
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                  317 days ago

                  Yorkshire is a little far from Southampton but I should really do it, I know it’s quite beautiful up there and haven’t been in many years.

                  • @Fedegenerate
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                    217 days ago

                    It’s a bit far, maybe you’ll get pulled into the Iotn Butt UK stuff and start ranging farther afield