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Thanks for the advice all. Some cameras I've been looking at have been mentioned, so I just need to decide on one.

I've been thinking for a while now that I want to get an action camera for my bike. I'm not one for doing video posts or track days (yet) but just want one to record rides and have just incase something happens. I'm not after something flashy or expensive but something half decent at a reasonable price. Anyone have any suggestions or recommendations on ones I should look at?

Nice ride out to Bike Shed London. Always wanted to go since I moved to Kent but never really planned it until now. Was meant to go with a friend but they dropped out. Never mind, nice ride on my own for some lunch and see what the hype is all about

Anyone have any suggestions on good biker routes around Maidstone Kent area? My friend and I are thinking of going out tomorrow but are not sure where to go.

Well done him. I'm in Maidstone, Kent. Is that too far?

Can anyone tell me what you would class as average mileage? I'm still getting use to riding so wouldn't really know. I've got a rough idea for a car but I assume it's not as much as that. I'm asking because I'm looking into buying my next bike but want to make sure it has decent mileage. Thanksa

Hi onesea. Are you still looking for a 125? Im going to be selling my Honda cbr125 2007 soon, if you're interested? And where abouts south of England are you?

Thanks all for reply. Been really helpful. I'm currently looking into getting some summer gloves and as many of you have mentioned them, I might also look at some bull it jeans

This is the 1st summer since getting a motorbike and although I want to ensure I wear the proper protective gear that I have alreadybought, I don't want to be sweating out in it. Any suggestions on summer gear that is casual, protective and breathable. Thanks

Brilliant, thank you

So I've managed to book in my theory and hazard perception test for next month. I've done practice ones on apps but considering I've never rode a motorbike before, I want to ensure I do it right. Plenty of reading and testing myself. Anyone have some advice on the best apps or books to purchase in preparation? Cheers

You mentioned minor marks but is it worth considering a category N write off?

Ideally, those are the makes I have been looking at. I was going to maybe speak to the CBT instructor but don't know if its worth getting something now to get use to and familiarise myself with before I get on the road with it

Thanks again everyone for all the advice.

Brilliant. Thanks for all the advice everyone

No, pretty much a loner. Don't have any biker friends. Not knowing much about the biker market though, I wouldn't really know what is reasonable miles and what isn't. Also, when looking at bikes, is there anything else I need to consider? E.g. mechanically, history, paperwork etc?

As a complete newbie, with no experience, licence, gear or a bike I have little to no grasp on the key things to look out for when I eventually buy a bike. Other than my preferences for the bike e.g. look, cost, resale value (as I will most likely get a 125 1st and get use to riding then sell on) etc, I have no idea on what to look out for. Whether I buy from an online auction, private or trader, what should be the important things I need to know to ensure I get a fairly decent bike. Thanks in advance

Thank you, because I have about 100 already

Yeah, we're all in the same position. It'll happen, eventually!

Yh, I've been driving since I was 17 and I cycle to work daily. Would like to think I have some experience with that but it might be different on a motorbike

33. So a bit of a late start. Yh I've looked into it all and have considered if I should go for a DAS of if I should get use to something smaller for experience.

Unfortunately, nothing at the moment. I am a complete newbie with it all. Have nothing yet - bike, gear, licence or experience. Waiting for lockdown and Covid to sod off so I can get started

Thanks everyone

Thank You