Bookertmgs1 wrote:I was in a similar situation to you. My advice to you would be to pass your test as soon as you can.
It removes all the debates about what you can ride. Any scooter isn't much of a help when passing your test - you will need to use a modern motorcycle.
I bought an LI125 and quickly sold it - the lack of top speed was incredibly frustrating. Be aware that an LI 125 has an upper price limit. It doesn't matter what you spend on it - no one is paying £4k for one.
Pass your test - get the best bike you can preferably one that has been restored a few years ago and away you go. You will soon accumulate some knowledge. Be patient - there lots of bargains on Facebook and eBay just have to be quick when they turn up. Make sure you take someone who knows what they are talking about and what to look for
Insurance - best advice I can give. Be honest and truthful at all times. Never worth the s**t that comes when you need a payout and they Umm and Ahhh
Hey bud, I'd definitely recommend you buy a scooter which is already done and on the road.....from a cost perspective that is. Although you'll struggle to find a genuine 125cc as most have been upgraded already. I'm not saying they are not available, just not do many about. Still, you can easily pop a 125cc top end on anything you buy to keep you legal.
As for your test....as pointed out, let ads of people ride round with kits on, but that doesn't make it right. Best thing you can do is pass your test ASAP and there is no dramas either way.
As for the future, once you dip your toe in the water and learn a few mechanical basics, you may want to take on a project of your own...,..but beware the costs! Lol. They can easily escalate if you don't plan your build and buy carefully. See here for various costing possibilities:
http://www.scooterotica.org/viewtopic.php?t=30003
