Bluemoon77

Just back from my CBT, got to finish it on Saturday with road riding. Initially was disappointed I didn't get to have a road ride, but actually in retrospect I agree with the Instructor that I needed some more slow control work. Struggled with the figure 8 for quite a while, was so difficult to get out of the habit of using the throttle to stop and start, rather than the use of the back brake to anchor and the clutch on biting point, along with the habit of leaning into the turn on the figure 8 rather than away, but eventually got there. Enjoyed it, and I think I'll be fine on Saturday, but itching to get it all right!! I obviously want to get my CBT (hopefully on Saturday) and then get some lessons to get the full motorcycle licence. I am working throughout the week so likely to only be able to get lessons at weekend. I would obviously like to ride a bigger bike eventually and will have lessons for this. The instructor did mention about possibly getting a 125cc to practice on with L plates, initially this had not been my plan as I was just thinking lessons on a bigger bike would get me to the standard required. However the instructor got me thinking. What's everyone' s thoughts on: (i) buying a 125cc to practice on with L plates, alongside lessons (DAS)? (ii) I can also hire the 125cc from the riding school for £45 for half a day, or (iii) just take DAS lessons weekly? Thanks for your thoughts! Bluemoon77