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Old August 27th, 2017, 06:21 AM   #43
akima
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Name: Akima
Location: England
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Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R FI

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MOTM - Oct '13
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Originally Posted by Yakaru View Post
I sort of see your point but the Grom and Z125 seem to be doing okay -- I own a Z125 myself. Can't speak for the rest of the country but the real "issue" I have is if you live in a region where highways are required to get somewhere that's where it becomes problematic - they're either literally illegal (for many highways the law requires over 150ccs) or they're at redline and still slower than traffic. I love my 125 but I could never use it as a primary.
I don't think I'd feel safe on fast (60mph+) roads on a 125. My 250 feels like it has just enough power that I can move decisively among fast traffic and claim my lines on the road. I think if my bike was any less powerful, I'd feel like a leaf blowing around in heavy traffic; less control and much more at the mercy of the common absent minded driver.

I've ridden 125s on slower roads and felt fine.
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