Exemption - yes/no?

[mtroskill]

Hey

Got my basic handling test booked and looking to get a bike son after.

I'm 6'4- 6'5 and could probably get an exemption, I'm kinda keen just to get riding though and wanna buy a bike soon. I'm considering the new ninja 250 which I can kinda fit on (handle bars hit my knees on full turn).

Should i do the yards on a 250, or Would I be better off on something a little bigger? something like an er6 or versys? or would that be asking for trouble. I think i am mainly over my boy racer days (26 y/o).

Seems to be 50/50 call from people I speak to.

Thanks

[Trouser]

Sounds like there is bugger all chance of getting a bike not on "The List" approved these days.

Give it a go though but don't buy the bike first in the hope of getting it approved.

[Dargor]

Will it hurt to ask. Its buy a 250 and hit your knees, or wait 1-2 weeks longer and probably get something bigger.

Handle bars hitting your knees soundls like a good reason to get an exemption to me. Are you sure your not sitting on it wrong?

[CB ARGH]

Send them in a picture of you crying when sitting on the most smallest 250 in the shop. And then a huge ass smile when sitting on a Ducati 999.

[mtroskill]

Shoulda done a search to start with... none of the bikes on that list grab me by the balls like the little ninja!! ...not that i'v ridden it yet.

[Tonka]

Hey mtroskill,

like CB ARGH mentioned get some photos of you on a a different range of 250's.

When I sent my exemption letter to MTA in I had a several photos of me on 250's as well as 650's 750's and even 1000's+. It helps by giving them an idea of just how big you are. As well as a personal letter from myself I also had Mike O'Sullivan from Mt Eden Motorcycles write me a letter to stress it wasnt just in practical for me but it was a safety issue had they made me ride a 250.

Worked like a treat and not only did I get exemption to ride a bigger cc rated bike I also got me Restricted phase wiped.

Hope that helps mate.

[mtroskill]

Thanks man.. I have been speaking to Selby at Mt Eden Motorcycles mainly...good dude. (actually they all seem pretty good there)..

Got me a nice road jacket today, so at least i can wear it around and pretend

Looks like ltsa has clamped down on it recently

[H00dz]

I'm with Tonka, did the same as him an got an exemption as well. good luck !!!

[Gubb]

Have a look at a Hyosung, it may not grab your attention as much, but i'm 6'4", and fit mine sweet as.

When I had a sit on the 250R, it did feel smaller than the Hyo.

I probably could have got an exemption when I started, but decided not to, I figured that the 250 rule is a fairly sensible way of introducing me to the world of bikes, and as long as I had a 250 I was comfortable on, i'd give it a shot.

Other than that, check out some of the dual-purpose bikes, much more suited to a taller fella.

[celticbhoy]

Have a look at a Hyosung, it may not grab your attention as much, but i'm 6'4", and fit mine sweet as.

When I had a sit on the 250R, it did feel smaller than the Hyo.

I probably could have got an exemption when I started, but decided not to, I figured that the 250 rule is a fairly sensible way of introducing me to the world of bikes, and as long as I had a 250 I was comfortable on, i'd give it a shot.

Other than that, check out some of the dual-purpose bikes, much more suited to a taller fella.

+1
I am 6ft4 and sat on Hyobag and it felt good. Ended up with a ZZR which was a little small but fine to ride for nine months(6 for learner+3 with DDC over 25) while going thru the process. Not a long time to come to grips with two wheels before jumping on a big one once a bit of experience behind you.

[1 Free Man]

Hey

Got my basic handling test booked and looking to get a bike son after.

I'm 6'4- 6'5 and could probably get an exemption, I'm kinda keen just to get riding though and wanna buy a bike soon. I'm considering the new ninja 250 which I can kinda fit on (handle bars hit my knees on full turn).

Should i do the yards on a 250, or Would I be better off on something a little bigger? something like an er6 or versys? or would that be asking for trouble. I think i am mainly over my boy racer days (26 y/o).

Seems to be 50/50 call from people I speak to.

Thanks

Whats wrong with doing your time on a 250 Whateva. Have you been a rider before??? I found a need for speed within a few days of buying my 250 but at the end of the day I'm having a ball o the little thing. Every day I know my handling skills are improving and all of the other skills that you have to develope as you become a more confident rider.
The bigger the bike the bigger the mess when you don't have the skills developed as you should. Believe me you can make your self look silly on a small bike and even more so on a bigger bike. Do your wobbly test. get your learners licence, ride a smaller bike, develope your riding skills get your restricted then full licence and then go and get your bigger bike. Your a long time dead if you fuck up.
Over your boy racer days @ 26 No fucking way LOL
The boy racer in you never dies it just hybernates.
My 2 Cents worth

[Gremlin]

Worked like a treat and not only did I get exemption to ride a bigger cc rated bike

I'd like to see someone say no to you

mtroskill, the laws are changing, it seems you need a bike on the permitted list, and your circumstances have to be even greater than when asking on a Restricted license.

[mtroskill]

Yea.. i don't think i will bother. Mainly going to be commuting in town on shortish journeys.

If you see a tall guy revving the tits off a little 250 (hopefully a green ninja)....dont mock him pls!

[mtroskill]

+1
I am 6ft4 and sat on Hyobag and it felt good. Ended up with a ZZR which was a little small but fine to ride for nine months(6 for learner+3 with DDC over 25) while going thru the process. Not a long time to come to grips with two wheels before jumping on a big one once a bit of experience behind you.

Yea i like the look of the hyosungs..just read one too many horror stories (see 250 club sub forum) to have any peace if mind.

[NOMIS]

Shoulda done a search to start with... none of the bikes on that list grab me by the balls like the little ninja!! ...not that i'v ridden it yet.

ride a hornet then, and then make it look how ever you like. you can do anything you like to them