125cc rider Bristol

[Joejoebristol]

Forgive me, this may come across a certain way.

I am a brand new rider off a CBT, I have a 125cc, I want to make some biker friends in Bristol who I can ride with, talk about bikes etc.

Do those who ride larger CC bikes have a view of those who ride 125’s? Or is that all self mind talk?

I feel like I don’t engage with others out of fear I would be judged for having only a 125cc on learner plates. I am interested to see how some of you feel about that perspective. Thanks Joe

[billinom8s]

what you have to remember is that pretty much most riders have started on a 125. you do get the ones who have done the DAS have missed out on learning to ride.

bikers are pretty friendly, just talk to them and have a laugh, ask where you can get a decent mug of tea or bacon sarnie and you'll be fine.

[ptolemyx]

We're all in it together Joe. Welcome to SWB

[Joejoebristol]

That’s a very good point, I look forward to making some biker friends that we can enjoy rides together

[billinom8s]

You'll see through the egos quickly. Lots talk the talk but certainly don't walk the walk.

Just be friendly and you'll be fine.

[MikeZ]

Hi Joe, I've lived in and around Bristol all my life. Started on a moped back in 1980, never had a problem and recieved help from others including back when I was 16 outside a bikers pub and I snapped my key - they helped me sort it so I could get home, we all ride bikes. We all love riding bikes and talking with others who have he same interest.

[Ruffian]

Some of the most fun rides are on a 125cc bike
Especially when you learn corner speed is your friend.

It doesn't matter what you ride as long as enjoy yourself, unless going our for a silly speed blatt (not that we do that)

[menzies3032]

Hey Joe welcome to SWB

I look back on my 125 riding days with great fondness….. don’t get me wrong I was a complete and utter total loon on a 125 got a lot more sedate now in my older age. But 125s are cool…

I also love what they are now bringing out as 125s there are some really differant brands and options that just weren’t around 30 years ago when I was shopping for 125s

Anyway if your looking for rides keep an eye open for friendly rides as these will be run at a pace suitable for all CC and any time your join for a coffee and bacon sarny to talk bikes is always going to go do well.