Duncy H Posted March 1, 2013 Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 I failed mod 2 this morning, not suprised at all. Nerves got to me as soon as we went out and I was a right mess haha. Don't know what came over me. Turns out I only failed for following a lorry too closely. Nevermind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfboy Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Does anyone know if a clutch indicator cable - the one that tells the ignition system if the clutch lever is depressed is required for an MOT? I pulled mine off trying to get the bike to start and it will be a bit of a faff to refit if it is a requirement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 I failed mod 2 this morning, not suprised at all. Nerves got to me as soon as we went out and I was a right mess haha. Don't know what came over me. Turns out I only failed for following a lorry too closely. Nevermind Bad times mate, sounds like a pretty gay reason to fail though? My understanding was that you could only fail for doing something dangerous, not potentially dangerous? (But then I failed my first attempt for stopping at a green light, which definitely was safe as there was no-one behind me).Does anyone know if a clutch indicator cable - the one that tells the ignition system if the clutch lever is depressed is required for an MOT? I pulled mine off trying to get the bike to start and it will be a bit of a faff to refit if it is a requirement.Pretty sure it isn't... Could be wrong though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncy H Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 I guess they think if you did something potentially dangerous you could carry on doing it and cause dangerous situation? I'm not too fussed about failing cause I was a nervous wreck at the time. Suprised I didn't fail on anything else though, just 3 minor faults otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials owns Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 So you lost control of your back end, and your bike? Well, Back locked up and slipped outta line haha As for the test, I failed 1st time for being nervous, 2nd time around i was alot more carm as i knew what the test was like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyseemonkeydo Posted March 2, 2013 Report Share Posted March 2, 2013 Does anyone know if a clutch indicator cable - the one that tells the ignition system if the clutch lever is depressed is required for an MOT? I pulled mine off trying to get the bike to start and it will be a bit of a faff to refit if it is a requirement. Make sure it looks like it's connected. If they see a plug with wires hanging out or a loose wire they'll probably fail it but if it looks right it's not something they'll actively check as far as I'm aware. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_malcolm Posted March 3, 2013 Report Share Posted March 3, 2013 I hate cold weather its running havoc on my battery as the bikes stored outside, need to go buy a new one. But im broke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyseemonkeydo Posted March 3, 2013 Report Share Posted March 3, 2013 Any way of making the battery quick release so you can take it inside with you and throw it back in when you need to use the bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_malcolm Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 possibly although its probably more effort then I would ever go to haha. Plus when it does decide its not playing it means i get a free lift in a nice warm car generally with a mug of coffee so it has its upsides haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hI-OOPS-CAPS Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 Im looking to get a big bike (but do my test first). My mate said do the CBT and get a bike with gears to practice. I can then do a few lessons on a 650 and go for my test. Seems a good idea? Anyway my CBT is booked and I'm looking at bikes. Any recommendations? It would be a 125cc and preferably a 2 stroke though 4 stroke wouldn't be prob either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamKidney Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 Thinking of getting a Kx125 4 stroke on the road for my plod to work/apprenticeship. Supermoto wheels - no offroad. Anygood? Ive ridden the 2 stroke option and thats got some kick to it, but how do the 4 strokes compare? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Pretty much all small capacity 4 strokes are flat and boring IMO. I'd go for the 2 stroke. I could be wrong, but I'm yet to meet an interesting 125 4 stroke... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 My '76 xl125 was awesome, not sure if it was the knobbly tyres not having any grip, the inability of the brakes to slow you down or the slight randomness of the suspension that kept it fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 I guess all those wildly interesting things could (theoretically) mask it's flat, asthmatic hamster of an engine? On the other hand, my MZ with very boring handling, adequate brakes and boring suspension was brought alive by the fact that it had a powerband from 5000-8000rpm and went "NYEEEEEEEEEf**kSOCIETYNYYYEEEEEEEE!!!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forteh Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Could well be true It was pretty low geared so would be struggling at much beyond 55 but getting there was certainly fun! I think the straight through micron exhaust might have help matters slightly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamKidney Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Ive played on some 4 stroke 125 pitbikes and they seem sweet, but the small wheels could be the factor... and that theyre smaller overall. Im keen on a 4 stroke as its less hassle filling up and such, not having to add 2 stroke mix everytime. The KX125 2 stokes are fantastic, they're ridiculous when they hit the power band. I like the throb of a 4 stroke, and the the pull. I suppose it doesn't reeaallly matter as its going to be used for a commuter mostly, but it would be nice to have some enjoyment from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials owns Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Ah Dont forget your 15bhp limit on a cbt , All the fun 125 2 strokes de-restricted hit around 33bhp. I had great fun on my 4 stroker 125, Kept up with traffic nicely, Had fun overtaking on b-roads and was sweet on the lanes (especially being my first bike), best thing was the engine was bombproof, ragged for around 12k non stop after run in and still kept going good! just Dont buy cheap chinese crap that falls apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials owns Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Getting some accessories for my daily commute, Mainly too protect it for the lanes (pretty icy atm!). Crash protector, Swing arm bobbins, Radiator guard, Screen, Heated grips and maybe some hand-guards. Anything else that would be handy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamKidney Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Ah Dont forget your 15bhp limit on a cbt , All the fun 125 2 strokes de-restricted hit around 33bhp. I had great fun on my 4 stroker 125, Kept up with traffic nicely, Had fun overtaking on b-roads and was sweet on the lanes (especially being my first bike), best thing was the engine was bombproof, ragged for around 12k non stop after run in and still kept going good! just Dont buy cheap chinese crap that falls apart. Going to be taking my bike test anyway, not planning on getting a bigger bike in the immediate future but the idea of one later on is appealing. 125 4 stroke sounds the way to go for me then. Im a bit of a yob and I like the noise they make too Any reputable brands you'd recommend? Got my eye set on a Kawasaki but Im open to suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEON Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 (edited) Ah Dont forget your 15bhp limit on a cbt , All the fun 125 2 strokes de-restricted hit around 33bhp. They actually don't, you'd have to have some pretty expensive tuning on an RS125 or a Mito to hit 33bhp, that's entry level race bike power. They're "33bhp legal" which most people assume means they're 33bhp, they're not. Even out of an older more powerful Aprilia you're likely to get 27 or 28 if you're lucky, the other bikes like an NSR etc are several BHP less. The last 2 stroke Aprilias put out 24bhp at the crank, so you can call it 20bhp give or take at the wheel. Over 12 years of riding I've learnt to never take anything an Aprilia RS125 owner says seriously Edited March 12, 2013 by LEON 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trials owns Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yeah, All the big brands are normally pretty good (Honda's, Yamaha etc), Providing they have had good history and not enormous amount of miles on the clock Really depends on what sort of style and budget you have. Ah fairdoos, Havent really looked into the power output, Just what all the chavs/people of the internet have told me haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEON Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yeah don't listen to the chavs, they see the number 33 and stick with it lol. I had an NSR in 2002 and 2 mates had an RS125 and a Cagiva Mito each, they'd always beat me by a small amount flat out, but they had their engines seize twice each while mine went for 2 years on no maintenance until I sold it on. HONDA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 13, 2013 Report Share Posted March 13, 2013 The riding impressed me in this video, Kawasaki Ninja 250 ridden with some rather beefy bollocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duncy H Posted March 15, 2013 Report Share Posted March 15, 2013 I passed mod 2 this morning without a single fault Now need to get the trials bike registered/insured etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muel Posted March 15, 2013 Report Share Posted March 15, 2013 I saw you reply and thought "hope he's posting to say he passed", well done lad. Am I right in thinking you can only ride a 125 now though? What bike have you got? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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