@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

  • saltesc@lemmy.world
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    20 days ago

    Oh, good. Because I was also going to comment on your lack of gear! When you do get a bike, budget 80% for bike, 20% for gear. You don’t have to go top end, but certainly avoid low end. Affordable comfort and safety is what you’re aiming for, consider your weather conditions and gear up for that 👍

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      19 days ago

      Yeah certainly didn’t get low gear, have paid about £500 on gear so far. Need a new helmet as I was donated it, along with some trousers as I’m using my friends atm. Probably costing another £300 at least but least I’d be protected.

      Going to spend about £3,000 on a bike so think I have actually spend more than 20% on gear.