Learner rules

[Tony]

three years ago, two years ago, last year........... ie. don't even think about it, it will happen one day, but I don't see it being in anyway soon.

I made a quick phone call to the office of the Hon steven Joyce (then Misinster for Transport). Very friendly and helpful staff.

I learned that some parts of the bill require primary changes to legislation and some parts don't. (I am guessing this means there could be different time frames for different parts of the bill. It could mean that there is opportunity for more submissions on some parts of the bill - I understand that there has been some consultation with different industry groups and BRONZ on this issue already and I think that most people who are familar with the proposed changes are very keen on them being introduced as soon as possible.

They understandably couldn't advise me of the progress off hand and suggested that I send and email so that they can get back to me with the info.

I will post when I have a response.

[FastBikeGear]

Interestingly a Honda VTR 250 isn't on the list and even allowing for a 60K rider a 139Kg bike is only allowed 29.8hp so it also fails the 150Kw per tonne limit.

Yet the VTR 250 is almost universally recommended as one of the best learner friendly learner bikes by experienced motorcyclists and motorbike shops.

Correction: I see that they allow for an 80kg rider not a 60kg rider so the VTR 250 does comply.

[FJRider]

Does this mean, we might see a few Harleys with L plates on... ???

[nallac]

Does this mean, we might see a few Harleys with L plates on... ???

most likely not, as its easy to bore an 883 out to 1200 and still have 883 written on the barrels....

even tho they would still make a good learners bike...for some.