written by on 20/01/2010
This is my first motorcycle, bought as a cheap and reliable commuter. To this end it is perfect. 1500 quid new, over 100mpg, probably 250miles to a tank when rode steadily. The engine starts everytime, it handles well and power is adequate for a novice. Mine has over 10,300 km on the clock now, but whilst the engine is reliable, it has had it's problems. The tachometer cable broke and needed replacing, the kickstart broke and needed replacing (even though i'd never used it). The chain does seem a bit loose and clatters at low revs, but has not come off yet.
Overall a decent learner bike.I will keep mine for the winter months even when i do get a bigger bike.