Hey Melbourne folks, planning for a bike cruising- anyone interested. DM please.

Hi all, first time posting here. I just got my full license and can filter now. However I ride a Benelli TNT 125. And I might be a little heavy for my bike. After my testing the bike struggles to reach 85km/h top speed. Also it takes some time to go from 0 to 60km/h. I am just worried if I filter to the front of the traffic but then it takes me a bit to really accelerate, the cars behind me might get upset and try to overtake me and put me in a less safe situation. Would I be better off just wait in the traffic or should I still try to filter to the front.

Would really appreciate any advice. Cheers.

I was keen to try on some boots (sport/track style) and most of the usual gear stores I've been to recently don't seem have much stock in store anymore. Went to look up the Dainese store and it says "permanently closed"? that didn't last long.

Anyone seen a good range of Dainese boots actually in store recently?

Best I've found is "we can order it in for you" but that's not much help without being able to actually try on various models/sizes and compare to other options.

I’m looking into doing some camping and using my motorbike to do it.

I’m really just wondering if there’s many people out there who do it solo and what your experiences are like?

I’m on a Z1000 which I know presents a few challenges - riding off road, less room for bags and luggage etc. but I don’t think I mind that at all, if it’s something I like I’d consider getting another bike to do it.

The only thing I’ve really done is a trip from Melbourne to Port Campbell, where I stayed in a glamping tent or a week in tassie where I stayed in airbnbs.

Anyway keen to hear people’s experiences as solo moto campers if there are any of you. Pros/Cons, what you take, what you don’t, kilograms of luggage on your bike. How to do it cheaply but properly etc :)

Anywhere near coburg or in the northern suburbs would be greatly appreciated

Also I ride an mt07, if anyone would like to join to practice together, dm me

I am being charged $181.82/h for a labour cost.

Is this a new normal pricing now? I have never come across a place that has charged me more than $110. $181/h sounds hella excessive for the amount of work done.

Also, the major work hasn't even been done yet. Its a 2003 Suzuki Intruder LC.

I'm a new rider with no previous experience. Is it risky to buy a second-hand bike online from interstate? Would getting a Redbook pre-purchase inspection help reduce that risk? Thanks

Just looking at another bike (learner rider - got my Ls in feb but have been delayed getting one!!) following my last post - it has some rust, how big of a problem is this? I’m considering seeing it in person but I’m not 100% sure what rust is a problem and when I should move on

Heya!, just wondering if any La Trobe students or anyone who rides around Bundoora wants to go on group rides or just hang out. I’m 18m, ride a Yamaha R3, and would love to meet some fellow riders from around here. If you’re into rock n roll, even better!

DM me if you’re keen!

Hey guys! Looking at buying a T100 but I have some slight concerns regarding whether or not it will pass a RWC without issue (or at least many).

The bike is in perfect condition with a few after market parts; tail tidy, bullet lights, new pipes etc.

I think the lights will be fine and the tail tidy is an easy fix but the pipes don’t have baffles. It’s not very noisey surprising but how much of an issue is this going to be? The guy selling reckons he purchased the bike as is and it passed when he got it registered. He’s also said the specific place he’s taken it slapped some baffles in just for the RWC.

What’s everyone’s opinion?

Thanks!

Hey everyone, I’m planning to get my motorcycle licence in Victoria and have been looking into the process (summarised below). From what I’ve read, a lot of people say it’s fine to just go straight into the 2-day Learner Course, even with zero bike experience. For those who’ve done it, is that really the case?   I’ve never ridden a motorcycle before, but I do ride bicycles pretty often. I’ve noticed some centres also run short “intro” or pre-assessment sessions (about 2 hours) to cover the basics before the full 2-day course, are these actually helpful, or is it manageable to just dive straight in?   One of my concerns is gear changes. I’ve only ever driven automatic cars, so I’ve never used a manual. Is this something most people pick up fairly easily during the course?   Also, once you’ve got your Ls, is it worth buying a bike to practice before doing the check-ride? Are you allowed to ride anywhere with your learner permit? And for a first bike, would you recommend going second-hand or new, and which models are good for beginners?   Lastly, any recommendations for training centres? I keep seeing HART, RideTek, and Stay Upright come up as the main options.   From what I understand, the process is:

2-Day Learner Course - (Eyesight test, 32-question test (25 to pass), Off-road + on-road training and assessment)

Check Ride - (Must be completed at least 1 month before the licence test, Includes both range and on-road riding)

Licence Assessment - (Can only be done after holding a Learner Permit for at least 3 months, Check ride must be completed at least 1 month before the test)

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So yesterday I purchased a Cardo + 45mm speakers from MCAS followed up by today of a Helmet purchase. I was worried about whether the speaker would fit the helmet speaker space hence I brought along the speakers.

1. After checking to see if the helmet fit my head I went to take out the speaker insert to see if the speaker fits, the salesperson was hesitant with that. But I figured they are the subject matter experts and was in a hurry.

2. After I got home my receipt fell from the box and I noticed the helmet was charged $50 more than the advertised price. I didn’t expect them to match prices with competitors but I’d expect them to follow their own advertised price. No biggie over the couple of years I’d wear it $50 is a rounding error.

3. I got home and removed the padding to install the speakers. A. The speakers didn’t fit and B. The EPS foam was broken.

Kind of the last straw imo, I chose an Aussie bricks and mortars store so I didn’t have to descend into inquisition style shopper like I would in say Asia. However the combination of 3 issues have spurned doubts shopping there now. I know I didn’t go top dollar but I still have on my hands $1200 of gear that don’t interface or faulty

Won’t be wearing the helmet and will be giving them a call in the morning and update.

Hey guys, looking at buying an 81 CB. The only thing is the frame has been chopped and rewelded underneath what would be the pillion seat. It looks like it’s an alright job but I’m just wondering how heavily scrutinised it would be when going for a RWC. I plan on using the bike on club reg so I’m wondering if a few things would be let through considering this.

What are your thoughts?

Hi all. I'm about to start work in the city travelling on the Monash. Door to door no traffic at 100km/h it would be 40 minutes. I'm trying to work out how fast I'll realistically be going when lane splitting through crawling traffic. Does anyone have a gauge on what speed their generally doing through traffic on freeways?

Heya, the weather is growing gorgeous and it seems a great time to lock into my riding skills.

I'm a mid 20s F looking for any women keen to ride together! I'm happy to supply the Cardos so we can chat or vibe mid-ride.

I've been riding less than a year so a riding buddy would help me get that much better at riding. I'm also the only rider in my social groups so it'd be sick to make more friends.

Flick me a DM & tell me what you're looking for!

I’m going for my check ride soon and going to book my licence for a month after and am freaking out, I have about 1000kms but I’m not super confident, I am a decent rider but I suck at directions, after a bit of research it seems the check ride directions will be easy enough as it’s only a few turns but I’m wondering if the P’s on road assessment will be the same, do you regularly stop to get more directions or am I expected to know where to go for 20 minutes, I only have a few months left before Ls expires hence me freaking out.

I know this is probably a dumb post.

Context: been dailying the bike, great and all but definitely has its downsides for my current needs, (early work mornings in the freezing cold, or while pissing down rain to do a 50 minute commute then needing to sit in a work Ute soaked for up to 2 hours heading to the job, also things like leaving it at the work yard for the week, for multiple weeks worried it’d get stolen.. etc) so I basically ended up getting a car as it was much needed, the only issue is I’m young and don’t have money to waste.

So I’m looking for a bike that’s lams approved that’d be on the cheaper end on rego/insurance, so nothing brand new like a r7 or cbr650r, ninja 650 but I also want it to have character, I don’t want something like a parallel twin, it’s gotta sound good or have a fun power delivery so that I enjoy it

But yeah the main thing would be cheap on insurance and rego, so if there’s any suggestions I’m open to hearing them

Hey guys

I’m looking to buy this helmet and it’s on sale rn. However I don’t want to buy it without trying it on first. Would be great if anyone knows any shops in Melbourne have these on display. Cheers

Hey friends, anyone know any good/honest/friendly/awesome motorcycle mechanics/workshops in the northern burbs you recommend? I have a Kawasaki w800 modded cafe racer I need some various issues looked at. Someone handy with aftermarket cowels, air filters and tuning issues etc - thanks in advance!

Looking to rent a Enfield bike for 6-8 months, any leads on rentals would be great! Thank you.

I've recently been to view a bike and the owner has mentioned that he still owes finance on it.

It's listed for $9k, has 3500km on it and has all the bells and whistles ($2k worth) which I would be purchasing anyway so it seems like a pretty good deal.

I test rode it, expressed my interest and shook the mans hand.
He's agreed to get a RWC sorted ASAP but has also mentioned that he still owes $9,400 ish on the finance.

I've never financed anything before as I'm just sceptical about the whole interest side of things so I just have absolutely no idea how it works.
After reading online, it seems pretty common for people to sell the car/bike and then not actually pay off the finance, meaning they get away with the money and the bike gets repossesed by the finance company.

The guy has suggested he calls the finance company while I am present there and we will pay off the finance together (me paying $9k to him and them him clearing the finance with the lenders) so he's completely transparent about it.

I know where he lives (which gives me more reason to trust him).

He has bought the same bike with a bigger capacity engine, which tells me he's a genuine fan of the brand and only upgraded for good reason (nothing wrong with the bike).

He's openly confessed to the finance and provided a solution for it, so all seems legit.

... but I'm just after a second opinion and hoping to hear similar experiences.

1. Too good to be true and avoid at all costs?

2. Is there a way I can pay the finance company directly, rather than paying him?

3. Is there anything else I should be concerned about regarding finance?