JohnR6 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Which bike would be safer for a new rider to go down the motorway with, doing 65-70mph, a Yamaha R6 or a 125cc sportbike (eg Honda CBR125R, Aprilia RS125 etc)? :? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 I'd go for a 125 as your less likely to go too fast, as it's all too easy to do on a sports 600, but really, the safety is in the hands of the rider Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liquidcooled Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 a bike is only as safe as it's rider john, you could have an accident on either. the r6 would let you go faster meaning the risks would be higher so i suppose the 125 would be safer :roll: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator YamaHead Posted July 28, 2004 Moderator Share Posted July 28, 2004 125's may stop quicker due to a weight advantage, but an R6 could get you outta trouble quicker in certain situations :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yammie girl Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 you should be able to ride either safely..... otherwise what the fuck are u doing on the motorway :evil: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibeydude85 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 yammie girl that was your cursed post! <<---- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Don't ride any bikes....just play motorcycle games on the PS2 instead. Much safer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR6 Posted July 28, 2004 Author Share Posted July 28, 2004 Yes, as YamaHead said R6 could get you outta trouble quicker in certain situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liquidcooled Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 Yes, as YamaHead said R6 could get you outta trouble quicker in certain situations. yeah and get you into it a whole lot quicker than you can ever imagine till you actually ride a bike(a potent one not a 125) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 It's been statistically proven that motorcycling is no more dangerous than sticking your face in a fan, or having your nuts chewed off by a Laplander. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yammie girl Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 It's been statistically proven that motorcycling is no more dangerous than sticking your face in a fan, or having your nuts chewed off by a Laplander. Im a Rossi fan :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 Im a Rossi fan :wink: But what's Argentina got to do with it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazz Posted July 29, 2004 Share Posted July 29, 2004 I hate motorways on a bike, only because they are long, straight and boring but if you need to use one then so long as you have the ability and the confidence there is no doubt the R6 would be the safest option. If not keep, the hell away from the motorway! 1. It's braking will be much sharper and stable. 2. It has the power to get you out of trouble should you need it. 3. The fact that it is at least twice the physical size makes you far more visible to other traffic, and you will have a better field of vision on a larger machine. Keep your distance, make frequent mirror checks and ALWAYS use lifesavers! Stay Safe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR6 Posted July 29, 2004 Author Share Posted July 29, 2004 Nice advice Bazz, cheers. I think is all about mentality and how sensible you are on a bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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