03-11-13, 09:27 PM
Right, time for an unusual (and unfortunate) request:
Anyone know what bike I should get?
My US placement fell through before even starting, so I'm back in the UK, desperately looking for another job. And transport (once I get a job + money). However, due to my penchant for attacking Mercedes from the rear, insurance on an FZS600 is prohibitive. Last year, it was £750, now I can't find cheaper than £1,300! :eek :eek Third party only! :eek :'( Plus, while determined work and scrimping etc may raise that sum of cash, all the non-God-awful Fazers on the interwebs are well over my cap of £1000. So, I need an alternative, until I can get back to the Fazer scene.
A few important points before suggestions roll in:
I refuse to ride a scooter. I can't turn up to LoFos on a Vespa!!
The bike must be cheap to insure
Preferably good for a spot of fun too to keep up with the lads on LoFos etc
Cannot cost more than £1,000
Must be man enough to lug me + luggage down to France. I would consider 125s, but they're a menace on the road (too slow to keep up with traffic!)
Age, mileage, colour, brand: I don't mind. As long as it runs, and is reasonably mechanically sound
Any ideas? Thanks in advance!
Anyone know what bike I should get?
My US placement fell through before even starting, so I'm back in the UK, desperately looking for another job. And transport (once I get a job + money). However, due to my penchant for attacking Mercedes from the rear, insurance on an FZS600 is prohibitive. Last year, it was £750, now I can't find cheaper than £1,300! :eek :eek Third party only! :eek :'( Plus, while determined work and scrimping etc may raise that sum of cash, all the non-God-awful Fazers on the interwebs are well over my cap of £1000. So, I need an alternative, until I can get back to the Fazer scene.
A few important points before suggestions roll in:
I refuse to ride a scooter. I can't turn up to LoFos on a Vespa!!
The bike must be cheap to insure
Preferably good for a spot of fun too to keep up with the lads on LoFos etc
Cannot cost more than £1,000
Must be man enough to lug me + luggage down to France. I would consider 125s, but they're a menace on the road (too slow to keep up with traffic!)
Age, mileage, colour, brand: I don't mind. As long as it runs, and is reasonably mechanically sound
Any ideas? Thanks in advance!
The Deef's apprentice