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So You Want To Buy Your First Motorcycle?

Buying your first motorcycle can be an exciting time, however, buying the wrong one can completely shatter your dreams of riding on the open road and may lead to injury or unwanted costs due to repairs.

Purchasing your first bike is especially important if you are a novice rider. It is suggested that you purchase a used bike as this will provide you with enough power to learn how to properly manoeuvre motorbikes. Ensure you purchase a used bike with easy to find replacement parts. Also be weary of big names for your first bike as the more impressive the name, the more powerful and expensive the bike- factors that are unnecessary when still a novice rider.

The weight of the bike is also an important consideration. Different weights are useful in different driving situations. If you are planning to use your bike for riding through heavy traffic that requires a lot of stop-start movement then its best to not get a bike that’s too heavy. Lighter middleweight sports bikes are best for use in traffic. Be wary of manufacturer’s weight figures. Some figures are “dry” meaning the weight without petrol, oil and other fluids.

While customs and choppers may be appealing, they are generally more appropriate for more seasoned riders.

Their front wheels that stick out are particularly hard to manoeuvre, especially in tighter spots.

The first thing to do after purchasing your first bike is to insure it with bike insurance from Express insurance for added peace of mind and protection on the roads.

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The first thing to do after purchasing your first bike is to insure it with bike insurance: www.expressinsurance.co.uk/bike-insurance, from Express insurance for added peace of mind and protection on the roads.

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