Advice needed

[Jamieb89]

Hi,

I am new to the forum and also new to bikes.

Im looking for a 125cc bike that is good for green laning what has around a 800mm seat height.

What would you reccomend?

Thank you.

[Guest Richzx6r]

Maybe something like a yam dt125 or the Suzuki ts125 or something

And hi and welcome to the forum

[dynax]

Hello and welcome

Green laning usually a supermoto are often used, but you will want a bike with wire spoked wheels as big as possible and skinny with a good tread pattern, and as lightweight as possible too because when you drop it anything heavy will be a pain to pick up

[Bender]

Honda cbf 125 just under I think.

Edit

Defo no good for green lanes though

[Jamieb89]

Hello and welcome

Green laning usually a supermoto are often used, but you will want a bike with wire spoked wheels as big as possible and skinny with a good tread pattern, and as lightweight as possible too because when you drop it anything heavy will be a pain to pick up

 

What bike would you suggest?

[Jamieb89]

Maybe something like a yam dt125 or the Suzuki ts125 or something

And hi and welcome to the forum

 

Thank you

[dynax]

First thing is what is your budget, not just the bike but for all your clothing, and clothing wise you will need sturdy gear because you will fall down, and skimping on protection will hurt, but for a bike i would look at honda's or yamaha's and probably budget around a grand for one, have a look on FB marketplace there are some good bargains around at the moment

[Jamieb89]

First thing is what is your budget, not just the bike but for all your clothing, and clothing wise you will need sturdy gear because you will fall down, and skimping on protection will hurt, but for a bike i would look at honda's or yamaha's and probably budget around a grand for one, have a look on FB marketplace there are some good bargains around at the moment

 

Budget would be betweek 2 and 3 thousand for everything. Bike, clothing, insurance etc.

What kind of Honda's and Yamaha's would you recommed?

[James in Brum]

Hi,I have no experience of green laneing on a bike. And only limited experience of bikes rlly.

In your shoes I would look at;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174301946360

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224020989356 Probably be a touch too dear.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/392826845452Is it road legal? I would need to check

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274379034714 I like the look of this!

I’m sure this is of no help but I enjoyed the eBaying

[Jamieb89]

Hi,I have no experience of green laneing on a bike. And only limited experience of bikes rlly.

In your shoes I would look at;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174301946360

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/224020989356 Probably be a touch too dear.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/392826845452Is it road legal? I would need to check

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274379034714 I like the look of this!

I’m sure this is of no help but I enjoyed the eBaying

 

Thank you i will take a look

[dynax]

First thing is what is your budget, not just the bike but for all your clothing, and clothing wise you will need sturdy gear because you will fall down, and skimping on protection will hurt, but for a bike i would look at honda's or yamaha's and probably budget around a grand for one, have a look on FB marketplace there are some good bargains around at the moment

 

Budget would be betweek 2 and 3 thousand for everything. Bike, clothing, insurance etc.

What kind of Honda's and Yamaha's would you recommed?

 

Pretty much along the lines that [mention]James in Brum[/mention] linked to

[rennie]

Hello and Welcome

[manxie49]

Hi Jamie, welcome. I do a bit of greenlaning myself, one of the lads who used to go with us had a Yam DT125, he did a few mods to it and it seemed very capable. You could go for an all out enduro bike such as KTM but remember, they're like high maintenance women and require a lot of attention! If it's just greenlaning you want then dual purpose is fine. Yam DT isn't the most modern bike but it is a good first bike for doing this type of sport, you can still pick them up pretty cheap. Bear in mind, sooner or later you will drop it, so you don't want to pay thousands.

I would also recommend Ady Smith off road training, one day in Wales doesn't cost the earth and he'll also give advice on the best gear for your needs http://www.adysmith.co.uk or Adventure bike warehouse, a mate went with these and said they were really good, they also provide the bike for training https://www.adventurebikewarehouse.com/epages/BT4672.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/BT4672/Categories/Offroad_Training.

As has already been stated,Don't skimp on gear, green lanes can get pretty gnarly at times, and if you do come off and haven't invested in good riding clobber it will hurt! at the very least budget for good strong boots, helmet, back protector and gloves, I also use knee braces, tracks here are quite rocky and if you go down on a knee its bloody painful! And can put you out of action for a while (worst case scenario). There is more but get involved with one of your local groups and they'll point you in the right direction.

It sounds a lot to take in, but Green laning has its rewards, its good fun, challenging, gets you off the beaten track and goes a long way to keeping you fit. Remember to respect the rules for your local lanes, give way to walkers and horse riders, a thank you as you go past them makes the world of difference, there are a lot of people who don't like off roaders, consider this and become an ambassador for others who may go down that trail after you.

Above all enjoy and stay safe

[Mississippi Bullfrog]

On another line of thought - the Suzuki VanVan is a simple bike that is often used for green laning. It was derived from a sand bike design with big fat tyres that make light work of rough surfaces. Dead easy to ride as well.

[Jamieb89]

Hi Jamie, welcome. I do a bit of greenlaning myself, one of the lads who used to go with us had a Yam DT125, he did a few mods to it and it seemed very capable. You could go for an all out enduro bike such as KTM but remember, they're like high maintenance women and require a lot of attention! If it's just greenlaning you want then dual purpose is fine. Yam DT isn't the most modern bike but it is a good first bike for doing this type of sport, you can still pick them up pretty cheap. Bear in mind, sooner or later you will drop it, so you don't want to pay thousands.

I would also recommend Ady Smith off road training, one day in Wales doesn't cost the earth and he'll also give advice on the best gear for your needs http://www.adysmith.co.uk or Adventure bike warehouse, a mate went with these and said they were really good, they also provide the bike for training https://www.adventurebikewarehouse.com/epages/BT4672.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/BT4672/Categories/Offroad_Training.

As has already been stated,Don't skimp on gear, green lanes can get pretty gnarly at times, and if you do come off and haven't invested in good riding clobber it will hurt! at the very least budget for good strong boots, helmet, back protector and gloves, I also use knee braces, tracks here are quite rocky and if you go down on a knee its bloody painful! And can put you out of action for a while (worst case scenario). There is more but get involved with one of your local groups and they'll point you in the right direction.

It sounds a lot to take in, but Green laning has its rewards, its good fun, challenging, gets you off the beaten track and goes a long way to keeping you fit. Remember to respect the rules for your local lanes, give way to walkers and horse riders, a thank you as you go past them makes the world of difference, there are a lot of people who don't like off roaders, consider this and become an ambassador for others who may go down that trail after you.

Above all enjoy and stay safe

 

Thank you very much

[Jamieb89]

On another line of thought - the Suzuki VanVan is a simple bike that is often used for green laning. It was derived from a sand bike design with big fat tyres that make light work of rough surfaces. Dead easy to ride as well.

 

Thank you

[JRH]

Hi and welcome