HOW I GOT MY MOTORBIKE LICENSE AFTER NEVER RIDING A MOTORBIKE!

So after never riding a bike in my life, I decided to go ahead and get my full motorbike license meaning I can ride any bike I want.. how hard was it? how much did it cost? did I pass first time?
Come along on the journey with me from start to finish, from never riding a bike to having a full A license! We go through a CBT, Theory Test, Mod 1 and Mod 1, this is how you get a full bike license in the UK, also known as a direct access.
How you enjoy the content!
video credit to: / @bikematters

[@jakeboyles8551]

Congratulations mate! - one bit of advice I got when I passed “ride your own ride”. Don’t get sucked into trying to keep up with people etc.. that’s how you land in the shit. Enjoy!!

[@simon2knine]

That was the very same advice my dad gave me after i purchased a 250 back in the 70s. He was 100% correct. Welcome to two wheels LEE..

[@stichupman]

That's exactly how my auntie got killed trying to keep up with my uncle.

[@neho86]

@@simon2kninethe advice my old man gave me was, if you find yourself coming into a bend too fast - let off the throttle and lean the bike down like your life depends on it! 😅

[@polla2256]

Also don't compete when you hit the 1000cc club. 170mph on B roads is fun but insane, never again.

[@Sweetlyfe]

@@stichupmanGeez I’m sorry that’s awful, that must of gutted your Uncle.

[@glennmaxfield6618]

I have been riding for 53 years now and the one thing I have learned and would pass on to any new rider is. "When you get on your bike think that you are invisible to other road users" They will kill you and say "I didn't see him"

[@tnetroP]

I was knocked off my bike a couple of years ago by a careless car driver. I was quite seriously injured with several broken bones. It was near a well known bikers spot so many bikers rode past while I waited for an ambulance. EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM stopped to see if I was OK. It really helped keep my spirits up. It's like a family.

[@Valeman7689]

Thank you. I'm 70 and tomorrow I do my CBT closely followed like yourself by a Direct Access course. Sod the cost, whats the point when you're retired in sitting in a high backed chair listening to Classic FM. I want to meet my maker while hurtling down a German Autobahn or while driving down to the sunshine in the South of France. This video made me feel really good about it all, you were so upbeat and positive. People tell me that I'm not young anymore and its too dangerous. Sod them. Thank you again.

[@_Highxway]

Damn 70? Ur spending your retirement in style then man

[@Valeman7689]

Did the CBT. No problems but I think its best to get fit if you are to follow up with a DAS course. I had serious cramp halfway through and the following day I could hardly walk. It doesn't help if you have heart failure and other co-morbidities. Next is DAS after I get a fitter, should take a few weeks.. My goal is to hurtle down to South of France, or Spain, or Germany. And if I don't make the return journey I'll be happy.

[@HRJL2005]

@@Valeman7689 Fair play man. Ride safely brother.

[@focusmicro]

@@Valeman7689 you should do a V blog on your journey. I bet it would be super interesting and fascinating to watch your journey!

[@ShalomBrother]

Enjoyed that pal, I’ve had my full license nearly 2 years now and I’m 39 this year. Everyone said I was stupid for doing it late but you’re never too old! I’ve almost lost interest in cars now, I’ve got a 500bhp S4 that I thought was fast, until I got my Tuono 1100 V4 factory 😬 Once your on a big superbike it’s like nothing you’ll have ever experienced on 4 wheels!

[@stichupman]

Very nice bike mate. I been riding 12 years now. But I've got an old TL1000R.

[@Bob-ts2tu]

Late?, too old?, 39? hahaha i got my licence at 61, and i used to hear the word's 'mid life crisis' a lot, so i said i hope im only half way through my life, but i've always been adventurous and open to new things, and now when m8's and family are still doing what they have always done, i'm off touring or 200mile day trips. i upgraded to a 750 hornet, like u say you have to experience it yourself to know. GL

[@tedere]

@@stichupman Watch that thing in the corners, They can catch the best riders out.

[@stichupman]

@tedere I actually find it ok but it is a bit of a handful as it's got no electronics. Worst thing for me though is the brakes they are no good even after being rebuilt haha.

[@Mr.M1STER]

Whoever called you "stupid" for wanting to get your motorbike licence, they are the stupid ones (probably jealous too). Btw 39 is NOT old.

[@neilbrailsford8424]

My motocross mad 13yr old godson persuaded me to get my first bike at 68. Rode the 125 for a few months then took my full test and passed first time. I was given a sign that says "if you've never owned one, youll never understand " and I think that sums it up completely. Love my 790 duke !

[@onki77]

You have really caught the essence of being a biker. Although the riding in itself is great, the biker community is the best. Welcome brother.

[@NUFC2412]

I did mine 2yr ago at 44. After years of jet ski's. CBT, theory, training, MOD1 MOD 2 in 27 days from start to finish ha. Bought a GSXR1000. Best thing ive ever done. Best of luck to you 👍. Ive now moved onto a ZX-10R. Just respect what you ride and ride your own ride and you will be fine.

[@TTRC]

Congratulations buddy. Welcome to the world of two wheels. I did my test when I was 34. I'm 54 now and still love biking. Ride safe. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@SAVING_ICONIC_MACHINES]

Congratulations 🥳 brother 🎉🎉 welcome to the family Iv just purchased a brand-new bike 🏍️ it’s time to start enjoying life as much as we can, life is to short ❤ wish you all the best.

[@JackWarr3n]

Even shorter if you ride a bike.

[@stichupman]

​@@JackWarr3nyou can say that with anything

[@Bob-ts2tu]

@@JackWarr3n i read somewhere that a mountaineer was asked if he was scared of falling and being killed, he said he climb's to live not die.

[@JIMWSMITH]

Congratulations Lee, t's such a good feeling, i advise anyone to take there bike test , took mine two years ago it's the best thing I have ever done .

[@Ben-qz4gh]

Congratulations! I've been on bikes all my life, passed my road test 8 years ago and have stopped road riding now and stick to tracks. Be careful, don't feel pressured into pushing beyond your limits, and always remember that first feeling of proper speed you had! Although you may get used to it, the implications don't change! Please be careful lad, been a long-term viewer, but dont often comment. Watch out for plod and dash cams! Enjoy and I look forward to the upcoming videos 😊

[@raytokens2291]

Good on you bruv. Passing my test was the best decision I've ever made. It's great we have a new member in our community. Ride safe and I may see you on the roads.

[@chrishart8548]

I loved taking my L plates off before riding home. I did the cbt on my own bike and the full licence on my own bike so that saved me some money. For the cbt my dad rode the bike there and mum dropped me off in the car.

[@RussRyan7713]

Congratulations! Its nice ride a big bike on the road. Definitely a great community. Passed my test 33 years ago and it was a practical only then. Rode for 3 years and life happened. Got a new bike March 1st and loving the rides and the nods from people i will never know but the mutual respect is great. Glad you joined the club. Enjoy and stay safe.

[@scottdro1979]

Congratulations dude, I passed the direct access 2 years ago this month, been Isle of Man on my bike and out every opportunity I get, I absolutely love it. Enjoy and stay safe.

[@kevinf2231]

Yeah boy! Congratulations mate, there's nothing like the feeling of having a bike, you can't explain it you just gotta do it get your licence and experience it to know.

[@MrLittledirector]

Congrats Lee! I unfortunately did 2 CBTS and 6 tests like you mentioned(A1, A2 & A). Cost a small fortune because I was too impatient to wait till I was 24 🤣

[@nathangreen6286]

So happy for you lee. Riding a bike is the best feeling everrrrrrrr

[@oliverwoodham6685]

Well done mate, I did mine 26 years ago and still love riding and building bikes, I started racing 4 years ago and love every minute

[@reecesmith5043]

Yes lad congrats. Welcome to the bike life. I passed my bike test back in 2012 before I did my car test. Love it. Enjoy it be safe. I'll be waiting for the wheelie videos 😭🤣💪🏻💪🏻

[@Labgorilla]

Congratulations! Just like you, I think that having a full car licence helps massively when riding a motorbike. Equally, I failed mod 2 due to a bad habit that I developed through a decade of car driving.

[@lewismansfield6000]

Absolutely brilliant video! From stressing about getting lost to the CBT to the nervous feels from the tests and the post excitement of passing all your tests! Such a real and accurate video. Once you get a taste of the bike life, your life changes 🏍️❤️

[@philanderson7611]

👏 best thing you’ll do… now just take your time and enjoy. I’ve been biking for 25 years my advice if it matters is don’t think you’re invincible. Motorbikes are cool, dress for the slide and all that.

[@stichupman]

Been there thinking I was unstoppable until I nearly met my maker then that woke me up a bit.

[@justblairthompson]

Funny thing with the insurance. I rode a 125cc scooter for two years on my CBT. Then I did my A. I didn't actually consider riding a big bike. I just didn't see the point of doing my A1, so I did my A. The moment plans changed was when I started practicing for the hazard avoidance. The moment I opened the throttle on the ER6, I was hooked. There is nothing like that feeling. So I passed my A and bought an 89 GPX750R. I thought the insurance would cost a fortune. I was advised to go for multi bike insurance as I still use the scooter as my commuter. Stuck the GPX on third party, my insurance got cheaper! It was cheaper to insure two than one. 🤷

[@GenerateGodx]

im 21 on a 125 paying £300 a month xd

[@justblairthompson]

@@GenerateGodx yes, that is expensive. I'm 50 with a full NCB.

[@GenerateGodx]

@@justblairthompson NCB?

[@justblairthompson]

@@GenerateGodx No claims bonus

[@GenerateGodx]

@@justblairthompson ohh, i am getting a 2003 vespa et4 black on friday its a little cheaper for £250 but yeah its as low as i can go only been riding 1 year

[@declanj94]

Well done bro! I started mine, but after passing the theory and completing the cbt, I got t-boned whilst driving and couldn't physically ride or manoeuvre the bike without being in pain to continue. Thankfully, that's healed now after a few years, but I need to start all over again. Although I've just started my adi tests to become a driving instructor, and after being made redundant, I think I'll complete my direct access soon. After having some free time.. Love the videos man and can't wait to see more. I'm glad you're mixing the car and bike content together.

[@davidseaman3592]

Congratulations, you won’t regret doing it, worth every penny! Ride safe!! 🎉👍👌

[@barrywhite4313]

Passed mine last year and opted for a 300cc. Fast forward a year. im on a KTM 790 duke. Next step willl be track days. Well done brother. 🍻

[@johnpells5992]

That’s brilliant , well done m8 Been riding bikes for 30 yrs and still love it , European adventures , track days , Bsb camping race weekends have fun stay safe 👍👍

[@user-yx7ve2nc6k]

fair play man! I decided I wanted to get onto a big bike back in 2022, did my theory, cbt and mod 1, but being an idiot, I took the bike out for a ride and crashed, never booked my mod 2 in the end, but I plan on doing it this year, it's a must 😅 can't go another summer without being on 2 wheels, congratulations btw

[@deanodrives4966]

Go on Lee! Well done mate! I've been riding bikes since I was 5 (31 now) but have just started circuit racing, I really recommend you do some track days to help you get used to your bike

[@stefan23ish]

Well done mate welcome to the club 🎉 The feeling of freedom and exhilaration you get from bikes is super addictive. When the weathers good, you’re on a good bike on a nice road it’s just epic. Oh and get yourself to the IOM TT 💨

[@raymatthews4972]

Congratulations Lee you deserve passing your bike licence proud of you

[@PrudyPrudsgaming]

Congrats! Finally a KZbinr who does cars and bikes!

[@ianrussell2816]

Congratulations bro , getting your full bike license . Welcome to the biking community , and happy biking 🤟🤟👍

[@reecejones3187]

Congrats Lee can’t wait for some sick 2 wheel content 🙌

[@Tinazzzz]

Buzzing for you mate! You will never look back!!! 🏍

[@l333boa]

Awesome Lee lad, I did my bike theory 2 months ago, need to get my arse into gear and book cbt / rest of my test. Enjoy and stay safe 😎

[@and_z33]

Mad happy for u Lee!!! Another biker on the road is always a win. If you are ever up in Scotland on the bike gimme a shout

[@kodibox2501]

Had my full bike licence since 17, none of the many tests back when I did mine just a cbt that lasted 2 years and let you ride a 125 then you took your full test any time within the 2 years the cbt covered, 2 tests (1 test really as no one failed the cbt) and you could jump on any cc bike you wanted. Had my licence too many years too remember now (nearly 40 yrs) I can understand the safety reasons but its way too many tests now to get a full unlimited cc licence, if I had to pass all the different tests I think it would put me off not to mention the cost. Happy biking Lee welcome to the thrill of biking and the car drivers that dont see you ,stay safe and have fun mate

[@rickconstant6106]

No CBT or theory when I did my test, 50 years ago. 250cc on L-plates at 16, then one part driving test, where examiner observed on foot, then unlimited. Total cost £3.50, if I remember rightly.

[@terryg1043]

this was great to watch.. doing this all soon and was fantastic watching the process. well done dude

[@philallen3261]

Nice one enjoy your newfound freedom on two wheels you’ll love it Ride and stay safe my friend 👍

[@Moto_85]

Nice one mate , maybe a bike meet and cruise somewhere with nice roads

[@joesayers5694]

I've got my theory on the 11th, can't wait to get out there on a bike when ever I will pass

[@georgemcmanus5943]

Superb, congratulations. Myself and my brother are gonna go and do our bike licence together. Can't wait, your enthusiasm is contagious. Some lad, on yerself.

[@TurdwinMcGee]

Congrats Lee! Enjoy the bike, ZX6R's are pure fun

[@philipmuspratt9821]

congrats lad! its so daunting doing the test but once your on the road the relief youll feel is amazing not only for the reasons you stated but power of bikes compared to cars obviously ride your own ride dont compete but as a petrolhead who dont love the twist of a throttle! this isnt your normal but could be added to the repertoire but maybe do a few MotoVlogs just riding about talking through ideas and plans while also enjoying the bike and giving us something to look and listen to as you voice your ideas. regardless mate buzzing for you and would be happy if i catch you on a ride when i go between lowestoft and london

[@rstcab]

Congrats mate, more of a car guy myself but absolutely enjoyed the video and can’t wait to see more bike content now. Think your converting me lol 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Salamethusayn]

Fantastic video mate and congrats. Can't wait for mine! You did it well fast, I've always heard it takes months but it's good to know if I really paied myself I could get it done just as quick too

[@stevesas632]

Well done Lee, i passed my direct access back in 2005 & i remember my biggest fear was the U Turn. Even on the hour practice before test i would get one right, then put my foot down on the next one. Luckily i did it ok on test & passed first time 😊. I don't ride that often, & only on my third bike. Started with a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R, then had a Kawasaki ZX-7R for 15yrs, & now have a 2017 Triumph Daytona 675.

[@pauldownes5345]

Congratulations Lee I done my training with bikes in motion back in 2011 brilliant training school Dave and Tracy the owners 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@elnino3903]

Lee you absolute beast, I just got my CBT done and riding around on a XSR125. You went full send and got the DAS done straight away 😂😂😂 im so happy for you mate

[@PureEvolution]

just say where and when i will be there and welcome to the club pal you will have a hole new outlook on life riding bikes stay safe keep shinny side up

[@stu9070]

Nice one I done mine couple years back wished I’d done it sooner 👊👍☝️

[@hopey6857]

Well done mate. Best of both worlds now. Enjoy and be safe.

[@kevindarkstar]

Congratulations to you and welcome to the club, stay safe and enjoy the ride oh yeah and remember that every day you get home is another day you can ride 👍🏻😉

[@CJONE764]

Good to see you've come over to the 2 wheel side pal. Once you experience genuinely fast bikes & the little money you spend to get sub 4secs acceleration. A car can't come close to that in £ for performance. Easist way to describe it. Car is about getting to where-ever you want to go, experience whatever it is, then go home. Motorcycles are about the ride to the spot & the ride back. The actual spot itself isn't of the biggest importance. Sure theres some nice places like squires, lotherton hall etc. But they are all about the local roads around that spot.

[@suzukigsxs1306]

Congratulations lee can't wait for more video of you out on the bike

[@barnysgaming]

Nice one. I had CBT's for 10 years before I finally did my tests in 2021. Its nice and simple really and then did my driving test last year and had a biker as my car tester so I think he went easy on me. I've stick with my trusty 125 until this week when I've gone and got a VFR1200. Glad to see you feel the biker community is more inclusive than the car guys because its something we don't talk about and most people don't realise until they get a bike 125's or big boy bikes you become part of a family (except maybe a few Harley and BMW riders that think there better than you still).

[@K33EEE]

Congratulations bro. Currently doing my bike licence. Just the mod 2 left to do. Brought a mt09 sp as my first big bike. Always been into cars. But now i totally get why so many people do there bike licence. Its so much fun.

[@TTRC]

Mate, I loved this video. It was like taking my test all over again. 👍

[@humanhabits6264]

👍💯 Well done and congratulations mate and thank you for sharing your experience and beneficial information

[@Jon-nz3dm]

'Merican here. Our test is just a 5hr long online course and then 2 days of on-bike training. I'm actually heading to my first in person session this morning. I've been riding on the road for a bit anyways so I imagine it should be quite easy(I've practiced lots of slow speed handling).

[@nimmen]

I did the same thing this spring. Also been a car guy all my life, that will probably never go away. But I am so happy I finally made the desicion at 31.

[@DazzaST225]

bikes in motion are great, Kern and dave are very patient

[@jamesg1769]

You never stop learning Lee. I'd recommend getting yourself on an advanced riding course to further your skills

[@seanparslow9054]

Congratulations Lee 🎊 🎉

[@GT.Bugger]

I'm literally about to start this process, I can't wait! I've got my cbt on the 7th next month and theory 2 days after. I've been driving for over 20 years and wanted a bike for 5! I can't believe your insurance was so cheap? I've been getting wild quotes between 4k! And 1800! I'm 40 and have no convictions lol

[@bluethunder7814]

great news for you god look on your adventures mate

[@maxforster9892]

Congrats, I was shocked how different they train you, and they just want you to get up to the speed limit etc no hanging around where as car driving they want you to drag out and take all day To get up to speed etc. I loved my training week. Great fun it didn’t feel like a training week really just fun out on the bikes and visiting cafes etc 😂 I remember one time racing off the lights and briefly seeing triple figures and my instructor was still way ahead 😂

[@henrymarkey6940]

brilliant m8 always looking forward to getting my bikes out😊

[@enright2214]

Great video! Something I’ve wanted to see for ages - the process of getting a full licence. Thanks 👍🏻

[@Aejaky]

car comunity can be like the car comunity, for example the honda people, they all seem very friendly and all wave back

[@GWAYGWAY1]

I took my bike test 6th Dec 1965 two weeks after my 16th birthday. It was driving around the local area with the examiner watching from different places. At 64 I still have bikes one of which I bought NEW in 1967 and still have, after a series of very old wrecks. Motorcyclists make better drivers of everything else.

[@Mr.M1STER]

I'm from Ireland so our process is slightly different but a lot of similarities. I did the whole process starting in 2019. My bike licence was something I always wanted to do so just went and done it. Our training is mandatory and called IBT. It is very expensive at €600 or more depending on the instructor you go with they can generally charge whatever they like. It is a two day course, so all the slow speed stuff and classroom stuff on day one and a full day riding on the road on day 2 which is a lot of fun. Once we get the IBT certificate a 2 year timer begins to tick and if we don't pass our full test within the 2 year period the IBT has to be repeated at full price. Our theory test is 40 questions and you need 35 correct to pass. I got 40/40. I think it is stupid that if you get any of the theory questions wrong they don't tell you which ones, how does that make sense and how can anyone learn from that? Pass my full test in june 21 so have my full licence 3 years at this stage. Still riding my first bike which is an SV650 and I love it. A very easy bike to ride and the V-twin engine sounds great.

[@gary1991clark]

Fantastic to see it back on the road :) congratulations on the test.

[@owenhd9917]

Fellow biker now Lee 🤟be safe out there man 🤙

[@ZeusBlitz1]

been contemplating doing my CBT for a few months now.. this is defo a sign to fucking do it! congrats mate

[@clarke89]

it's the best feeling passing your test.aged 34 having seen friends lose their life on bikes I think the category thing is sensible to an extent. go on track days it's safer. enjoy bud

[@Logsi27]

So happy to see you're having fun with 2 wheels! Couldn't click fast enough to view these videos! Brilliant! Be safe out there dude, wear proper gear. Get a proper suit when you can. Do a track day with MSV and/or go Mallory and be instructed by Taylor Mackenzie. Go Portugal with James Hillier! You'll learn so much! No matter how safe you are you can't plan for negligence of others. I know this all too well and had a lovely helicopter ride to a polytrauma Hospital and had a lengthy stay with an even longer recovery. Still riding and love every second of it! Meet some characters and have some great times!

[@seankavanagh4447]

This is really interesting as an Irishman. I had assumed we had the same system for IBT (Thats what we call the CBT) but its not the same at all. We have to first do a theory test, regardless of A1, A2 or A. Then you do the IBT which is a 3 day procedure. Day 1 is classroom based, Day 2 is slow maneuvers and learning how to stop and start, gears, etc, Day 3 is where you go out on the road and do all that for about 6 hours. After the IBT, you get a cert and then you can ride around on what your license permits (obviously). Then whenever you feel ready, you book your practical test and hope for the best. We also have the progressive access but it's basically like the IBT except its only one day and essentially impossible to fail, and then you get your new license. However, you can only use the progressive once. For example, if you started and passed on A1, then you can progressive access to A2. But after that, you have to do the entire IBT process and practical test if you want to go up to the full A. I started on A2 soI thankfully will be able to get to A without having to do another test.

[@JustRupes]

Hey Lee, we did this about the same time! Did mine in Northampton after putting it off for 25 years! I passed too, did the CBT and DAS with Karmenz in Northampton and likewise they were nothing but helpful and informative, so if anyone is in my area, they are a great place to go. Am enjoying getting out and about, I went the Cruiser route with a 20 year old XVS-650. My partner was eager to jump on the back so we have been doing some very short trips with her on the back too, slowly building up ready to do something longer in the summer 😀 Look forward to seeing you out and about 😀

[@Jordan_0121]

First video I've come across on your channel Lee! Congratulations on the pass and welcome to the community! Stay stay on the roads - Keep revvin' hustler 💎🏆

[@jameswilson3573]

Cool, great idea for a vid and congrats! Enjoy and be safe

[@bwcentral1676]

Always been a car guy. But always wanted to get a bike. Two years ago passed my bike test. Got a street triple r as my 1st bike then added a zzr1400 and a gsxr 750 after a year. Now selling most of my cars only do track days on the bike. I sure you will not stop at one bike. Looking forward to more bike content.

[@marcwebber9825]

Go on Lee always watch your vids mate Welldone always something I'd like to do one day 👌

[@kawikris6005]

Welcome to two wheels, left the car game myself a few years ago due to so many being idiots nowadays !!

[@oliverwood5989]

Awesome mate - it doesn’t stop there, keep riding gaining more experience and look at an advance course (it may help insurance come down). I would love to watch you do the advance riding course even if it’s just to see what you think. Ride say and rubber side down.

[@Bob-ts2tu]

after a lifetime cycling and 42 years driving a car with just occasional motorbike rental on holidays, i decided at 60 to go for a full bike licence. I took a year to learn as properly as i could on my 125 covering 10k miles (no commuting) before doing my DAS, and passing the test felt fantastic. as much as i ride for the pleasure of it and ain't too much of a speedster, i could have stuck with the 125, but i decided to buy a big boys bike, as it gives that added dimension when you want it. Overall with fee's & lessons it cost me about £1100 to pass, as i failed my mod1 first time and took extra lessons as well, but it's money really well spent. you seemed to pretty much sail through it all, WD, but i found that even with all my road experience, i didn't know what i didn't know about motorcycling, and taking the extra time was right for me. GL

[@jamesmcgee157]

You don't "fail" the CBT because its not a test. However if you don't show the (very) basic level of competence to satisfy the instructor that you would be safe on the road unaccompanied, you wont be issued with the CBT certificate and you will be asked to undergo further training. So essentially at that point, you've failed and need to redo it.

[@R3MMEY]

Its crazy how long Ive been watching ive been watching for roughly 6yrs when you was working on the renault megane

[@andychell7525]

Well done Lee, also one off your best videos yet.

[@austinmatthews347]

Welcome aboard pal i absolutely love my bikes i also like my car but its not the same as the live i have for my bikes they make every journey special and car drivers can never feel what we feel

[@garyhewson7091]

Welcome to Two Wheels Lee. Please bring your enthusiasm to Wales this summer, you'll love it!

[@T1NY85]

cant wait for the bike vlogs, also, now that your down south, and getting into bikes, I wanted to mention the 1066 MAYDAY run. massive bike event, 1st monday of every may. It is a great day. Honestly, you should look into it, 10's of thousands of bikes take over Hastings

[@stevemcqueen5234]

Your planning was top drawer. Well done again Lee. Phil, Bikes in Motion.

[@KiwiPokerPlayer]

It's a bit more straight forward in New Zealand. If you have your full car license, you can ride a 50cc scooter. Above that you need a bike license. With a full car license you pass a simple handling skills test and you can ride any bike under 650cc. After two years and a final test, you can ride any bike you want. Insurance is much cheaper here too because there is far less car/bike theft. You are much more likely to crash than have your vehicle stolen here so that reduces the premiums.

[@fatbob6729]

Congrats nows the time to learn how to ride and hiw bad cage drivers are. Top tip ride to your ability not others

[@adamsalisbury409]

Congratulations welcome to the community 🤙🤘 ride safe

[@Akko81]

Congratulations bud, passed my full licence with Bikes in Motion this March too (I'm 42) they are great guys aren't they! Also have a Kawasaki! Enjoy my friend and stay safe out there!

[@benjyboichambers6030]

Congratulations, Mate on your hard work well done