The Thing I HATE Most About 125s...

Welcome to our video discussing the very real issue of ignorance and bullying surrounding riders who are on 125cc motorcycles. It's unfortunate how 125cc riders are always judged by other riders, even though many have more experience on the road than actual licence holders. Even though this issue isn't something you should worry about, it may get you down every now and then. Let me know what you think in the comments.
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[@steve00alt70]

Not to mention car drivers like to tailgate 125cc riders to intimidate them

[@dan13jb]

I have found taxis to be the worst on average for tailgating! They almost never overtake, but sit so close that they can't even see the number plate! I've even had a few honk at me when riding in busy towns and not filtering because they want to get closer to the red light!

[@Antody]

@@dan13jb I don't know what is it about the taxi drivers, are they being envious of you just having fun on 2 wheels and them being stuck at work and/or with a passenger? I completely have no idea why they have to tailgate and be such assholes for no reason, even if you ride to the road conditions and the speed limit.

[@dan13jb]

@@Antody If I filter, cars move over to block me. If I don't filter, taxis honk and wave for me to move forward between traffic. I'm sure many people would be a lot happier if they were out on a bike having fun, rather than inside a car getting angry at all the other cars taking up excess space for only having a single occupant...

[@HeldIntegral]

Lose the L plate. Lose the duckling. If you look like a b*tch, you'll be treated like a b*tch

[@steve00alt70]

@@dan13jb I just ignore the honking at me pretend I didnt hear em and demand a good road position

[@harryaurelian]

I'm currently cbt, test in oct, I've done 2k miles in 3 months. I recently learnt going fast is fun on occasion, when its safe, but i think just going out and chilling and riding around country roads is the most fun you can have.

[@kierrqn2698]

100%, going down country roads with no cars near you is the most fun on a 125 I personally think. Riding through cities is where I’ve noticed (in my month of riding) car drivers pay much less attention. They just pull out infront of you at junctions or tailgate you forcing you to go faster to keep safe.

[@edmccann7888]

Nailed it 👍

[@chrishart8548]

Good luck with the test. Hopefully winter shouldn't be coming in by then.

[@Jules750..]

I have had my full licence for 38 years and still use a 125cc as my daily ride

[@chrishart8548]

Worst thing Is how expensive a 125cc bike Is or how most have been abused so much. If you already have one it's fine.

[@radicaledward4717]

i work at a bike clothing store and everyone there is chill with my 50cc piaggio zip, i'd love to ride a proper bike but insurance is too high. i've never met anyone who geniunely takes the piss out of my for that, everyone at my work has ridden either a 50cc or a 125cc to start, idk if it's just me but whenever i see "beginner rides" videos that are in america, they are always like 400 or 600cc which is just find insane

[@chrishart8548]

I started on a 50cc at 16 then a 125cc at 17 you learn a lot on a 125.

[@EdisonTheFox]

I'm 1 month into my second year on my lovely Honda CB125F. I'll be keeping this bike. I love it. I'm potentially looking at just renewing my CBT because going for my full license is just expensive (I'm 29 so I can jump straight into the full license). My Honda is super fun. I love riding it. I stick to the slow lanes when on dual carriageways and just mind my own business. If someone wants to pass me on the single lane roadfs, so be it. I'm in no rush, I'm enjoying myself

[@andylpandy9137]

Im on a Z Kawasaki 2024 125cc. Only done 80 miles on it so far.. so its literally new. Love it so far. Having that independence is fab. Hopeful to do my A2 licence within next year. Then will stick with the A2 hopefully. 125cc bikers get alot of hate. Me being one of them. But at the end of the day. Im a L driver. Id rather personally have the slower bike to build up experience and confidence for then hopefully a bigger bike. Ive no interest in speeding.. That's what causes accidents.. To all other CBT 125cc Riders. Love ya.. Keep at what you're doing. Take it easy. Ride safe. And drive extremely DEFENSIVE. 🏍💨🤙

[@Jabular1]

I used to cycle to work but covid screwed me up so I had to get some form of transport. I'm 56 and never bothered with learning to drive but I've always fancied learning to ride, never had the bottle until now. I did my CBT on a scoot and bought a PCX but after a few months I fancied getting a geared bike, I bought a GSXS 125 and love it. The carriageways around here are all 50 mph except for one 60mph but I stick to the twistys mostly. The only thing I don't like about riding the bike is the L plates and the way car drivers treat you. I'm doing my A1 mod 2 in a couple of weeks so hopefully I can bin the L plates. My CBT renewal was coming up so I thought instead of paying £200 for the CBT (£150 2 years ago!) I'd have a go at the A1 licence and save over £100. I know what you mean about getting bored with the 125 though, they don't like hills at all. I'm thinking of going for the full A next year but I'll be keeping the GSXS for commuting on, getting 110 mpg on it.

[@chrishart8548]

It is nice just to lose the L plates. I'm sure they are like a red rag to a bull. Most car drivers don't even know if a bike is a 125cc otherwise. I passed my test and kept riding my 125cc for a wile.

[@speedingbeast5976]

Im on my 2nd cbt now. Its not a case of not wanting to get a license, its a case of not being financially able to for some

[@serena5863]

I have a ninja 125 and i don't really need anything else. I'm 33 years old, 160cm, 48kg. This is just perfect to me

[@davidmckenzie4092]

Great video bud Just at the end of my 1st year CBT & will be going for DAS next year. Enjoying going out for long rides at night, less traffic & a little bit more exciting imo.

[@ketch-fv2ei]

Mate u have to ignore these idiots on social media keyboard warriors everywhere nowadays indicative of today's society I'm afraid it's all bullshit you make good content keep it up 🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍😍😀 ive only just got back on the bikes last year after a 35 year break! Its amazing how quick it all comes back and i love it more today than ever😅

[@philh9863]

I loved my Derbi 125 gpr when I started. If I could afford having multiple bikes I would definitively have one again. Currently have a Suzuki 650 which also is great :)

[@janwanderer7660]

I remember subscribing to your channel because of the 125cc videos. please keep doing them alongside big bikes video :) I'm riding a MT 125 as main transport vehicle, because of the low cost and still some fun factor. Maybe one day I get the big license, but for now it has enough power for my needs.

[@rogerrabbit2146]

Much love from Hull. i ride rs125 ( two stroke). love it,to bits is new shape tho so much fun

[@maomekat2369]

its me wive's bike ! promise....!

[@DelticEngine]

Thanks for this video, it's very positive and I think that's a great 125 motorcycle! I am looking to start riding motorcycles at 50 years old, but don't like the idea of the extra abuse on the road, the silent and not-so-silent ridicule because of those damned L-plates despite having decades of road experience with a full driving license and riding bicycles. I appreciate safety is important, as is the environment and I see motorcycles as a potential way to genuinely reduce emissions and have a cleaner environment. Unfortunately, a 50cc is simply not practical as they cannot keep up with the pace of modern traffic especially with output rolling off from a paltry 20mph(!) and you can forget it if you actually need to carry anything. To my mind, it seems reasonable that someone who has already achieved a full UK driving licence and has a few years of driving experience should be able to go straight to a 125-class motorcycle, after successfully completing a CBT, without being required to have L-Plates on the motorcycle or scooter. There would also not be a requirement to repeat the CBT every couple of years. Considering how many cars have just the driver in them, if these people were on motorcycles then congestion, environmental emissions, and space required for parking would all be significantly reduced. Making it more reasonable to get on a 125 would certainly help get people onto a motorcycle or scooter. The relatively small size and weight of a 125 motorcycle or scooter makes then a lot safer in urban areas in the sense that the lower mass is less likely to cause serious injury to a pedestrian or a child, especially with the far superior visibility from a motorcycle or scooter compared to that of a modern SUV or insanely large pickups appearing these days with a frontal area so large that it completely hides a child from view.

[@Ferrari360Spyder]

Beautiful bike, i started on a Kawasaki Z125 Pro. I now have a Kawasaki Z400 and its absolutely amazing. Great video.

[@marklucas3025]

Hi, great videos. Happy to get detail into introducing myself into motorcycling. Can I ask why your wife chose the Kawasaki Ninja as her first bike. Thinking of doing my cbt and starting on a 125 to gain experience and curious as to the decision making which meant this bike beat the competition if you know what I mean. Maybe I’ve missed the video that explains this?? Great looking bike by the way. 👍🏻💪🏼

[@richardnewman3057]

Ive been a 125 rider for over 30 yrs and every time I take my CBT the instructors ask when am I going to take the full test as I know how to ride ? Money is one of the issues but also the roads are different to when I first started with the amount of traffic we have so why do I need anything quicker ? I ride a 125 LXS and I love it which all that matters .

[@grimmriffer]

02:35 The wheel is turning forwards, but the disk is turning backwards. Cool! 😎

[@BlokeOnAMotorbike]

shutter strobe

[@JohnGrass-sr8hf]

hi great video i have a ninja 125 i been riding a 125 for last 10 years and i love it i got full driving licience but i dont want to take my das as no need for it i love riding my 125

[@aitchdesign3734]

6.53 You need further training before you get caught out. Just an observation.

[@paulbudford]

I still like small bikes. I'm even thinking of getting a grom for the ride to work.

[@MHLivestreams]

Get old 2 strokes from the 80s, that's a great way to get into riding, they're far more powerful than 2stroke. Loads of fun. Everyone had 2 strokes as youths, it's all that was around really. 4 strokes were only popular later on, Japanese didn't even make many 4 strokes back in the day.

[@gibmeister5854]

I find the worst bit about 125 is they put people off riding as they don’t want to ride a 125…. I did personally and did direct access to A2 and got a cb500f

[@MattBruzdziak]

Whenever my brother meets up to ride, I take his cbr300r and he get the 06 zx10r. Small displacement bikes are super fun. I'm looking for a N250R/300/400 to add to the stable. As the old adage goes, it's more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow.

[@catfishclay5552]

hi im 37 have a wk scrambler 125 i love it will be staying on a 125

[@Katchauuu_]

Looks like a fun bike, i have a cbf 125 i have alot of fun in it. Its slow really slow especially on the highway, but gets me riding alot because of the fuel economy and i enjoy reving the sh... out of it

[@JayDutch-UK-MK]

I have full A, but love my 125cc, which i am not selling. Good to practice mechanics on as simple.

[@afc85]

I repect anyone on a two wheels, whether thats a learner or a squid. Although not deliveroo 😂 they can do one.

[@LA-Ghost]

Why do you keep double clicking the indicators out of curiosity?

[@dud8905]

I haven't watched the full video but I'm guessing you're talking about him cancelling his indicators. They don't cancel automatically.

[@ThePresidentofMars]

​@dud8905 also bike indicators dont blink at you annoyingly so sometimes you forgot to turn them off

[@dud8905]

@@ThePresidentofMars Yh lol

[@elitescores]

Technically its illegal to ride a bike with L plates if you have a full license, as I got pulled many years ago for it

[@steve00alt70]

@@elitescores really? Why is that

[@elitescores]

​@steve00alt70 something to do with appearing as a learner rider but having passed your test is a.violation of the road traffic act I think

[@steve00alt70]

@@elitescores thats a gray area

[@DeborahCrokaert]

There's no offence.. A full licence holder may be using a partners bike who is learning, and because a lot of L plates are stick on, they can't be removed so easily. The Police would only stop you if you were carrying a pillion to check your licence.

[@valizeth4073]

Wait is the 125cc motorcycles compulsory for any learner no matter age? Here in Sweden the 125 are A1-license bikes, or for people of the age 16 and 17. If you're above that you either ride on an A2 bike or A which isn't limited by the cc-size but rather horse powers.

[@radicaledward4717]

yeah it is, if you are 17 or above and only on a CBT (learning license), you can only ride a 125CC. with an A1, the maximum is still a 125CC but you don't have to display L plates, can go on motorways and can carry a pillion rider

[@agoodjoe6910]

any age. At 16 you can take an AM license to ride a 50cc. At 17 you can take the A1 and ride up to a 125cc. At 21 you can take an A2 which limits you to 35kW. At 24 you can go for A, which is any CC/power.

[@agoodjoe6910]

this means that if you want to keep moving up when you reach the next allowable age, you have to take multiple tests (same exact tests), on a larger machine each time. Insanely expensive.

[@agoodjoe6910]

at 24 tho you can do a DAS, after your CBT (one day course), and you get the full fat license skipping all of that. It's all a money making exercise.

[@chrishart8548]

​@@agoodjoe6910so the answer is just to wait until you are 24 before you ride a motorcycle

[@nickthegriffin]

Modern 125's are shit 😂 I'm 40 so when I was a kid we had bikes like Aprilia rs125 Honda nsr125 ect all pumping out around 30bhp they were a blast we would frequently get them to 100mph tucked on a straight flat long road and they were so fun to ride, I mean FFS my 2 stroke scooter when I was 16 used to do 50mph.

[@chrishart8548]

But those old 125's required a full licence so may have well just got a 250 or a 500cc. They tended to use a lot of fuel

[@nickthegriffin]

@@chrishart8548 no they didn't I had a rs125 in 1999 on a CBT

[@chrishart8548]

@nickthegriffin if it was on a cbt legally it would have had to have been 12hp so not very fast at all. The yamaha YPVS valve didn't even work on the 12hp version.

[@nickthegriffin]

@@chrishart8548 the bikes were sold fully complying to the CBT it was just a case of a de restrict kit + pipe and off you went, we all did it & at least we could the 125 4t are shit full stop

[@chrishart8548]

@@nickthegriffin it was just a case of disconnecting a wire on the suzuki's. Had to be careful though it was so obvious if it had been derestricted. None of our moped's were restricted back then we almost all had a 65 kit. Just not sure if you would get away with it now. Most people I knew back then didn't even have insurance or even a licence and seemed to get away with it. They talk about seizing vehicles now.