New Member Area New to CBRForum? Stop in and introduce yourself.

Newbie here from Scotland!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 01:47 PM
  #1  
Mackie's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
New Member
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default Newbie here from Scotland!

Hey Guys!! I'm new to the whole bike scene and thought i better find some guys with all the knowledge i'll need!

Just bought a CBR 125 R 2013 as my first bike, Not sure if it's the right bike in you're eyes but i didn't want to get something too powerful with as little experience as i have.

It's brand new, straight out the showroom all stock and black.

No pictures atm but im sure you guys have seen them before anyways

Any advice?

Cheers
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 02:10 PM
  #2  
74demon's Avatar
Administrator and MVN, March 2012/Oct 2013 ROTM
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 12,193
Likes: 119
From: socal 949/951
Default

Welcome!

You've come to the right place. Lot's of experience for you to learn from.
Is the 125 the right bike? For a new rider, yes. You have a lot to learn about riding, and a small displacement bike is perfect.

Glad you're on two wheels! It's about time....
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 02:13 PM
  #3  
Mackie's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
New Member
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

haha Yup! i couldn't agree more... I've been putting it off to be honest but the temptation was always there. just glad I've got one now, one of the best decisions I've made!!
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 02:20 PM
  #4  
74demon's Avatar
Administrator and MVN, March 2012/Oct 2013 ROTM
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 12,193
Likes: 119
From: socal 949/951
Default

Now you will need to have a motorcycle forever. Never sell your bike, unless it's to get the money to buy another immediately.
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 02:32 PM
  #5  
Mackie's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
New Member
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Default

For the amount i paid, i don't plan on selling any time soon haha
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 03:45 PM
  #6  
Sebastionbear1's Avatar
Super Moderator
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 4,647
Likes: 35
Default

Welcome to the CBR Forum Mackie,

Wise words from Demon above! Learning how to ride on a small capacity bike actually makes you a better rider in the long run because you learn how to keep corner speed up.

I have a soft spot for the Honda 125s, having ridden over 3,000 km on one - with Mrs SB on another - through Vietnam last year. We had a ball on them.

Remember All The Gear All The Time (ATGATT).

Be safe out there

Cheers, SB
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 04:32 PM
  #7  
Conrice's Avatar
Retired Super Moderator and Fighterer
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 6,146
Likes: 37
Default

Welcome to CBRF! There's nothing wrong with a 125 as your first bike. I'm glad the "bug" has bit you too, as it has everyone here.
 
Reply
Old Sep 11, 2013 | 06:07 PM
  #8  
RydnaCBR's Avatar
Senior Member
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 579
Likes: 0
From: South East Michigan
Default

Welcome to CBRF... The 125 is an excellent learning platform... Light enough to throw around, yet quick enough to raise your pluse... Just take it slow and don't outride your ability... Invest in good gear to wear and always wear your gear... Every biker is allergic to tarmac... A motorcycle safety course is the best place to learn the basics... Experience will come with seat time... Enjoy the bike, but respect the power... You'll do just fine... Be safe, Ride your own ride...
 
Reply
Old Sep 12, 2013 | 05:30 AM
  #9  
wheelnut's Avatar
Welcome Crew
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 1,830
Likes: 1
From: newbury u.k
Default

hi and welcome
nothing wrong with 125`s i reckon most of us have had 1 or 2, and as said their a good platform to start on
 
Reply
Old Sep 12, 2013 | 05:27 PM
  #10  
02-F4i-SuperKax3's Avatar
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From: Kingston,Ontario
Default

Welcome to the bike world. Rubber side down lad ride safe your smiling now good job
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:47 AM.