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Datatools are a pain in the ass! When I bought my bike I remember thinking "oh, its got an alarm fitted, that's good". How little did I kno... Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

You can pick up aftermarket visors even for the expensive brands for under £20 if you don't want to shell out £40-50 for the brand ones. If you want to polish it out you could try brasso and even toothpaste is supposed to polish scratches out of plastic. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Don't be put off a cb1300 because you think it might be too much bike. Take one for a test drive and see what you think. They can get pretty uncomfortable after 3+ hours in the saddle though Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

It sounds like most of your issues were due to being given an awful bike to learn on. I think getting straight on your DAS would be best for you, the 500 or 600cc CBs and er6s type bikes schools have arent fast at all and compared to 125s are probably a bit more easier to control the clutch (a bit more torque helps when pulling away). As for doing lessons every week for however long you need would definitely involve some skill fade so would probably be more expensive. I'm sure instructors would rather get you on an intensive course too as they always seem keen to up their first time pass stats where they can. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

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I was about to put car oil in my 125 because, like you, I thought there can't be that much difference between oil types. I mentioned this in passing to a bike mechanic who said to me not to ever use car oil in a bike with a wet clutch. That was good enough for me, for the sake of £10 a litre I'll always use bike oil. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Agreed! Train from Cambridge to kings cross is quick and easy, always got a seat too. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Some good ideas on here. Chains are heavy as f**k. Mine is about 4kg, I've got a 1.2m, 13mm thick chain I use and it just fits under my seat. If you are going to carry a chain in a rucksack on your back then anything bigger than this is going to be very noticeable. I wouldn't fancy carrying mine like that, it would annoy me really quickly. And I'm a big tough guy too lol Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Like Bonio says, a grand is over the top for DAS. Where abouts are you looking at getting tuition? Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Well good luck to you mate but it doesn't sound like you need it. Similar situation to me except i had a CBT for 1 year not 20 and I still found the tests a breeze. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

An R1! That's something they won't see that at the test centre every day. If you're competent and safe on the bike then the only thing that could let you down is your understanding of the tests format. I'd suggest you get the instructor to run through a full mock test during your evaluation and see what points he brings up. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

I've started using WD40 and scotchbright pads on the chain then a hose and a rag to rinse the sh*t off. I used to use a piece of cardboard between the chain and the wheel when cleaning which kept the wheel cleaner but now I just soak the wheel with WD40 after and it cleans up real good very easily. Absolutely love WD40, i use it for everything. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Personally, I'm not totally sure of the legalities of who has to ride with you when you're on an unrestricted bike without a full licence but I'm sure someone on here will know for sure. But what about getting your friend to ride your derestricted bike to the test centre with you on the back? Or do the test on your friends bike after he's ridden it to the test centre which would save you the hassle of derestricting your bike? Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

Wheelspin in N is pretty normal with a wet clutch, as for the wheel spinning faster in 1st with clutch in I have no idea Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

I found this for you Deadraa... There are six occasions when it is appropriate to do an observation/lifesaver: i). Moving or turning to the right - including moving round parked vehicles, turning into a side road or changing lane. ii). Moving or turning to the left - including turning into a side road, moving back to the left having passed a large stationary vehicle, pulling into the side of the road or changing lanes. iii). Speeding up - either by going into a higher speed limit or pulling away from a standstill. iv). Slowing down - again entering a lower speed limit, approaching a junction/hazard/roundabout or slowing to stop. v). Where there is the potential to slow down - approaching green traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, unexpected hazards (horses) or in the event you feel you may have to stop suddenly (children playing by the side of the road). vi). Updates - keeping a reasonably regular update on what is going on behind you. This can be done just using your mirrors. That pretty much sums up lifesavers! And there's got to be loads of YouTube videos that will show you when they're needed. You'll pick it up in no time, I wouldn't be surprised if 90% of bikers didn't fully get lifesavers on their CBTs. I'm a big believer that you only learn how to drive/ride properly once you've passed your test (or CBT) and get some time on the road under your belt but your school sound like a shower of sh*t. They don't seam to have set you up for success very well. Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

NOT JTS Kevlar jeans! Cheap and nasty (and not even that cheap), a hole appeared in mine like the fabric unravelled in the middle of the leg after about 6 hours total of being sat on my bike. Sent them back so they could 'inspect' the fault. Surprise surprise, 'it must have been me that damaged them'. Should have saved myself the postage. Sizes are f**ked up too! Rant over! Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk

ERs are steady bikes, pretty smooth and dont feel fast at all. You won't have any surprises! Good luck! Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk