We're settling on a 150cc or 200 cc SYM scooter. Although I was drooling over the beautiful bikes suggested, the reality is that it will be 80% run around town use. And then it is nice to have something less heavy and bulky which I might even ride with a skirt if I wont exceed 40km/hr. So I am...
With back roads I did not actually mean dirtroads, just more off the highway through the villages for some touring.
Sat on a BMW 310 today which felt nice size-wise.
And a Sym 600. That last one felt quite bulky and heavy. Could barely get it up its stand.
Also realising it can't be...
Fantastic. Thanks so much. You seem to be in agreement here which is super helpful. I am going to read up on these and see if I can test drive. Definitely going to get my driver's and have already got a contact on defensive driving classes which I intend on taking before venturing on the roads...
I am 45 and a complete newby in the motorcycle world. Writing my learners this month. Can the experienced riders advise me on what motor to buy? The choice is overwhelming.
-Use: mainly around town or back roads. No desire for speed or long road trips. Max 1hr.
-We live near the coast and our...