Motor bike vs scooter

[Scotch mist]

Weight will probably dictate which bike / scooter you get
I opted for a Honda sh125 (135kg) 90mpg +
The Honda mode 125 is (120kg) but a smaller rear wheel
The Sh300 (170kg) 70mpg + , is a awesome scoot , if you can carry the extra weight it’s well worth it , apart from the power they are almost the same size and ride similar, the big wheels on the Sh range make them ride more like a bike , when raining scooters keep the rain of your feet & lower body

 

[mfw]

On a side note, I had a dream I had an R1 last night, then i woke up ... As if that wasn't bad enough, I had to go to work

I had early carburated version very compact and light could always put smile on face

 

[Scotch mist]

@MF , You need to be doing at least 100mph so the wind lifts the weight off your arms ,
any less & it is hard work ,
that don’t happen on the Sh lol

 

[pandas]

ebikes are the best option!

 

[mfw]

@MF , You need to be doing at least 100mph so the wind lifts the weight off your arms ,
any less & it is hard work ,
that don’t happen on the Sh lol

Going into 2nd gear then

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[ianthebuilder]

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Absolutely and plenty of power two up,another benefit is if you go for the “Mode” model it comes in at only 90kilo not forgetting Honda’s legendary reliability.

That looks like a smashing little set up! Nice and light too! What sort of money are those 125 hondas? Xx

 

[Scotch mist]

Going into 2nd gear then

Still in first gear on my gsxr 1100 ( used to have)

Weight was never on my arms on my sh125 just my arse

 

[Scotch mist]

That looks like a smashing little set up! Nice and light too! What sort of money are those 125 hondas? Xx

Sh125i is 135kg About £3,000 new
Sh125 mode is 120kg (not 90kg) About £2,300 new

I paid £1,900 for mine (sh125i) , 1 year old with only 900 miles on it

 

[ianthebuilder]

Sh125i is 135kg About £3,000 new
Sh125 mode is 120kg (not 90kg) About £2,300 new

I paid £1,900 for mine (sh125i) , 1 year old with only 900 miles on it

That’s a nice looking scooter,, cheers!

 

[Eggs]

That looks like a smashing little set up! Nice and light too! What sort of money are those 125 hondas? Xx

You can get them for £1 a week...

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[ianthebuilder]

Sh125i is 135kg About £3,000 new
Sh125 mode is 120kg (not 90kg) About £2,300 new

I paid £1,900 for mine (sh125i) , 1 year old with only 900 miles on it

After purchase what’s the cost to run, tax, mot them,, any ideas? X

 

[Scotch mist]

Think I’m £100 insurance , £20 tax & mot’s are £25
Do you have a full licence?

 

[Manic]

Weight will probably dictate which bike / scooter you get
I opted for a Honda sh125 (135kg) 90mpg +
The Honda mode 125 is (120kg) but a smaller rear wheel
The Sh300 (170kg) 70mpg + , is a awesome scoot , if you can carry the extra weight it’s well worth it , apart from the power they are almost the same size and ride similar, the big wheels on the Sh range make them ride more like a bike , when raining scooters keep the rain of your feet & lower body

I’ve just been looking at these 2 and find it strange that Honda make 2 different bikes with dimensions so close to each other.

 

[MikeD]

I’ve just been looking at these 2 and find it strange that Honda make 2 different bikes with dimensions so close to each other.

Its usually because they are a world wide seller and different countries have different rules.

When I bought our Honda 125 Mode scooter the SH version almost an identical machine but had the ABS, Cat etc.

I thought at the time it was discounted in the UK because another country changed its rules so making the Mode unsellable there.

So they bought them to the UK.

Not so sure now.

 

[Littlewheels]

That looks like a smashing little set up! Nice and light too! What sort of money are those 125 hondas? Xx

I did actually get the weight wrong,apologies, they do come in at 116kg which is still pretty good and the overall size is seriously manageable if you intend to place in a MH Garage, it certainly doesn’t run out of power on climbs and rightly or wrongly I’ve hit 70+ two up,however,I always get the “talking to” when she alights,boys will be boys .
I don’t think they actually manufacture the Mode anymore but you might find the odd one still in stock somewhere or pre-registered as I did at a cost of £2595.

If you’ve not checked here’s the spec straight from Honda.

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[Scotch mist]

The mode has 16” front wheel / 14”rear wheel with drum brake
The Sh 125i has 16” front and rear wheels with disc brakes & abs
Also comes with rear top box as standard
The 125 mode is just a cheaper model BOTH GREAT
Both uk models

 

[Feltwell]

Scooters are practical, light, easy to ride, inexpensive to buy & run, fit for the job etc etc etc.....

I'd still rather pull my toenails out with rusty pliers than buy one though. A bike every time for me!

Maybe I'll change my mind when I'm old(er) and (even more) decrepit.

KTM Duke690 looks like fun. Totally impractical of course, but isn't that the point?

 

[Littlewheels]

KTM Duke690 looks like fun. Totally impractical of course, but isn't that the point? [/QUOTE]

Brilliant machine l had one for a couple of years and very quick for what it is, I have a GAS GAS 250 Pampera that I had since new , got about 200Km on clock and about 8/9 years old , sadly , no body to ride with anymore all my mates are pushing up dasies.

 

[Scotch mist]

We are debating scooters for the rear of a Motorhome ,I think they are great for what they are going to be used for, good handling & fast enough for me , having owned over 200 bikes , scooters & quads , raced enduro , motocross, trials , quads, beach races and circuit racing all over the country riding 125cc to 1000cc machines ,IMOH my sh125 is a great bike & does exactly what I need it to do , if I could carry more weight I would use a sh300

 

[ianthebuilder]

I’ve seen a few older 125 hondas on eBay,,

What do you look for when buying used?

Apart from the fact that it doesn’t look like it’s been dropped by a helicopter !!!

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[Scotch mist]

I’ve seen a few older 125 hondas on eBay,,

What do you look for when buying used?

Apart from the fact that it doesn’t look like it’s been dropped by a helicopter !!!

Do you have a full motorcycle license?
Or are you going to get your cbt (which lasts 2 years )
Or go for your MC full license?

 

[Richard n Ann]

I’ve seen a few older 125 hondas on eBay,,

What do you look for when buying used?

Apart from the fact that it doesn’t look like it’s been dropped by a helicopter !!!

Age, mileage, condition and service history

 

[PORKSTER]

Over xmas I see some great deals on 125 Hondas think I will got that route

 

[PORKSTER]

We are debating scooters for the rear of a Motorhome ,I think they are great for what they are going to be used for, good handling & fast enough for me , having owned over 200 bikes , scooters & quads , raced enduro , motocross, trials , quads, beach races and circuit racing all over the country riding 125cc to 1000cc machines ,IMOH my sh125 is a great bike & does exactly what I need it to do , if I could carry more weight I would use a sh300

Havnt got my readers on but I reckon bike on right is 83/84 yz 250 other photo gotta be the Mountain

 

[Scotch mist]

Havnt got my readers on but I reckon bike on right is 83/84 yz 250 other photo gotta be the Mountain

Well done you ,I’m impressed you knew that , man after my own heart lol
the mountain it is on a 07 factory aprilia
Yz250 it is , not sure of year but 84 sounds about rite

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[ianthebuilder]

Do you have a full motorcycle license?
Or are you going to get your cbt (which lasts 2 years )
Or go for your MC full license?

I will go down the CBT route scotch!
I’ve never ridden a motorbike/ scooter so I would def do something!

 

[Blue Knight]

We are debating scooters for the rear of a Motorhome ,I think they are great for what they are going to be used for, good handling & fast enough for me , having owned over 200 bikes , scooters & quads , raced enduro , motocross, trials , quads, beach races and circuit racing all over the country riding 125cc to 1000cc machines ,IMOH my sh125 is a great bike & does exactly what I need it to do , if I could carry more weight I would use a sh300

Fantastic pics

Is that a modified RSV I see or are my eyes deceiving me.

Regards,

Andrew

 

[Scotch mist]

You have to do cbt for 125 , probably not what your after but your car license covers you as a full license for a 50cc moped , which would work
If you are not in a hurry & Don’t need to travel to far , a lot less wieght
As well , can take a passenger straight away BUT only about 30mph

 

[ianthebuilder]

You have to do cbt for 125 , probably not what your after but your car license covers you as a full license for a 50cc moped , which would work
If you are not in a hurry & Don’t need to travel to far , a lot less wieght
As well , can take a passenger straight away BUT only about 30mph

Yes scotch, I was told that, but a 125 gives me a bit more power etc,, plus you have to look at the street cred !! Lol

 

[Scotch mist]

Fantastic pics

Is that a modified RSV I see or are my eyes deceiving me.

Regards,

Andrew

Fantastic pics

Is that a modified RSV I see or are my eyes deceiving me.

Regards,

Andrew

Yes it’s a aprillia factory rsv mille , so not to many mods

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