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Get kitted up: Bits and pieces

12th August 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

So that’s the main things covered. You now have your bike kit. But there are a couple of other bits and pieces that’ll make life so much more comfortable.

The bike buyer’s checklist

5th August 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

Take this with you when viewing a bike and get your most cynical mate to check it all off.

How to buy a used 125

23rd July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

We’ll start with a warning, but don’t let this put you off. Just let it make you aware.

Buying your first scooter

21st July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

Like most things, it all comes down to budget. And don’t forget, you need to have money left for a decent helmet, riding suit, gloves and boots too.

Buying your first bike

17th July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

Now the fun begins. The money is sorted, you’ve gained your CBT, all you need is a bike.

CBT – The common mistakes

11th July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

Getting through your CBT is relatively straightforward and there is no fail – you just have to work to achieve a certain standard. These are the most common mistakes.

What the heck is CBT (and how do I get one?)

8th July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

CBT stands for compulsory basic training. It’s the first step to getting a motorcycle license and, as the name implies, it is the basic stuff that any rider needs to know.

10 differences between cars and bikes

6th July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

Car drivers arrive looking drained and tired of life. Motorcyclists are wide eyed, buzzing and talking excitedly about that set of S-bends on the B1225.

Setting off and staying on

1st July 2021 Shannon Butcher Features

First off, there’s a couple of pre-flight checks. Check that your helmet strap is tight and remove your locks from the bike.

Zero to hero in 35 minutes

30th June 2021 Shannon Butcher Features, Learner

He can do it, I can do it, even my mate Wozza can do it. There’s nothing difficult about riding a motorcycle, it’s just a bunch of pedals, cables and levers.