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NEW RIDER FAQ's
Hopefully the following Q&A's cope with most of the regular queries you have as a new rider or potential riders parent.
If you have any more questions please call or email.
We are more than happy to help.
Q. Does the Scooter need to be locked when its parked ? |
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A. Yes, as with any bicycle, security is really important. An alarmed disc lock will alert you if people try to wheel the bike away, but really its best |
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Q. Where can I park my scooter ? |
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A. One of the biggest advantages of a scooter or motorcycles is the ease of parking in the city centre or busy shopping outlet. Free parking is offered very close... |
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Q. How often do I need an MOT ? |
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A. An MOT is not required until the bike or scooter reaches 3 years of age. See our Workshop & service section for online... |
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Q. How often do I need to have a service ? |
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A. Most models have service intervals of around 3000 miles or 1 year whichever comes sooner. An annual service will be cost approx £85 and will keep the bike running... |
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Q. If I want to upgrade my 50cc scooter after a year, what do I do? |
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A. We happily take any used scooter in part exchange and even buy for cash if necessary. If you have outstanding finance we can deal with that... |
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Q. Can I pay monthly or do I have to pay in full ? |
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A. We offer finance facilities on both new and used scooters and motorcycles with very low deposits of only £99. You can spread monthly payments up to 4 years and... |
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Q. Can I carry a passenger ? |
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A. Only riders of 50cc moped with a full car licenses issued before Feb 1st 2001 can carry passengers. If your riding on a CBT you cant carry... |
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Q. How much will road insurance cost ? |
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A. Quotes vary massively from one insurance broker to another and comparison sites often display very high figures. We recommend Lexham Insurance who specialize in motorcycle and scooter insurance and... |
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Q. How much does a Moped cost ? |
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A. Our entry level 50cc starts from around £1200 and you can spend up to £4000 on a 125cc motorcyle. We also sell used mopeds, scooter and... |
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Q. What safety equipment do I need to ride ? |
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A. Legally only a helmet is required (Entry level approx £60), however we would strongly advise you invest in some protective gear -gloves are really essential and a waterproof armoured... |
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Q. How far can I go on £5 of fuel ? |
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A. All lightweight motorcycles and scooters are incredibly efficient on fuel and very low on emissions too! If used sensibly you can expect a minimum of 80 miles for a... |
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Q. How much is road tax ? |
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A. For all scooters and motorcycles 125cc or under a years road tax is only £15. Compare this to car road tax and you see the annual savings! The only... |
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Q. Is there any training needed before I can ride a scooter ? |
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A: Yes if you a riding on a provisional license then you must complete a 1 day compulsory training basic course (CBT) which is valid for 2 years of riding.... |
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Q Do I need a license to ride ? |
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A: Yes, you need to hold a valid UK provisional license. You can apply online with the DVLA or visit our showrooms/major post offices for an application... |
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Q. How fast do they go ? |
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A: A 50cc moped will reach a legal maximum speed of 30-35mph. A 125cc scooter or motorcycle will typically reach 55-65mph and the 125 Sports models will reach... |
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Q. What kind of motorcycle can I ride ? |
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A: At 16yrs old you can ride a 50cc Moped and from 17yrs old you can ride up to 125cc in either a scooter or... |
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Q. What age do I have to be to start riding a scooter ? |
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A: Anyone from the age of 16 you can ride a... |
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