50cc at 16. Should YOU get one? Father & Son discuss the issues. 

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It amazes me that society thinks riding bicycles on the road with no protection is more acceptable and its praised more than on a motorbike where you actually have more protected gear on and going at the correct speed which is safer. That just baffles my mind. The media doesnt help either they always have to show motorbike fatalities on advertisments not actually showing the benefits of motorcycling.

luckily for me, my dad's been riding for around 14 years, mum used to ride, and so they're 100% fine with me getting a 50cc at 16. 7 months left!

“ almost 16, I wanna get a 125cc “ Mum “its not you it’s others... have you seen all the flowers on the road??!!”

Totally agree nowadays push biking is bloody dangerous . Lots of car drivers cut me off constantly . The only thing with 50s is once you get out of town or over 30mph areas you do suffer from car hassle. But I agree getting mobile is great for youngsters so overall a 50 is ok. My first motorcycle was a BSA wing wheel .......A Death Trap with spokes.

My dad had a very severe accident with a motorbike. He doesnt have a problem with me getting one since he had one at 13. My mom abolutely hates them. My mom told me that she doesnt allow me to get one until im 18 but i dont see why. I guess i will have to talk to them about the safeties.

I'm 25 now, and ride class A bikes. My dad has been riding his whole life, so unsurprisingly I bought a moped when I was 10 riding around the farm. Got a brand new 2009 Yamaha DT 50 for my moped liscense. When I got it I immediately ordered performance parts to make it go faster, but the first couple of weeks I rode around doing 30 mph while wating for the performance parts. Out of the two years on mopeds, those two first weeks was without question the most dangerous. All sorts of crazy ass maniacs overtaking me whenever they wanted to, completely disregarding my safety as a two-wheeler. Had many close calls due to other idiots in cars trying to hurry to the shop before beer sales closed. As soon as I trimmed my moped and started riding in flow with the rest of the traffic, I had almost no such incidents. No more than regular motorcyclists anyway... I dont understand some laws, and that mopeds are restricted to 30 mph is one of them. Only makes it more dangerous if you ask me. I will trust my future son/daughter on a 50cc, because I will bring them up to respect the risks.

In finland you can get a 125cc at 16 and 50cc at 15

Thank you for the advice 👍

I relate very much to this video. I had a 4t semi auto geared 50cc before my fully manual 125. It definitely gave me the foundations of riding before progressing. Aswell as making life easier for me and my family

in Denmark where i live you can get 50cc mopedbikes and small aprillas but are limited in the engine so it only goes around 30kph (19mph) so it has to follow cycle laws instead of vehicle laws on the road. when you're 18 you can drive a 125cc, 20 500cc, 21 unlimited. they are very carefull with putting "kids" on bikes as it takes almost half a year to finish all the courses for you to get the license. +it cost 2.250 dollars to take the drivers license. sorry for bad english, just thought i would share the information :)

True dedication, this legend answers all the comments :D

Agree 100% Time to put some tools in the toolbox at a speed you can control. Wise words.

I learned on a Honda pc50 moped at 14 years old and a year later I was on a Malaguti 50cc enduro motorcycle when we lived in Paris in the mid 70s. At the time all that was required was proof of insurance and you could ride on the streets of Paris. I learned so much on those 50cc bikes riding in all weather year round in Paris traffic. Only had one incident that was entirely my fault where I lowsided on knobby tires on wet cobblestones around “chicken circle”. Chicken circle is the the next street off of the roundabout at the Arc de Triomphe. My next bike was a Kawasaki 100 at 16 years old and the cc’s have gone up from there and still riding. Starting on smaller displacement motorcycles should be mandatory in the states IMO. Great video Guys!

Nice video mate I’m 16 got a 2006 AM6 RS50 now 77cc kitted with race bottom end, she flies!

Wise words thanks 👍

Hi I'm from greece and my brother is turning 16 in 6 months and he wants to get a cb250t 50cc but saw on a site that 16 year Olds can only drive a moped that is 50cc and under and he hates mopeds and now he gets angry whenever he sees a 16 year old riding something other than a moped. Anyway I have seen a lot of comments saying that this video really helped them so just wanted to let u know that I appreciate what ur doing for other people.

Thanks guys. My Mum & Dad bought me my first 50cc bike in 1980. It was in the shed for a month whilst I waited for my birthday. That felt like a really long time. My DT50 was restricted to 30mph and it soon became apparent that my college run was really scary with the majority of it being on a 50mph single carriageway road with lots of blind bends. We exchanged it for a 1977 Suzuki AP50 which because it had pedals was legally unrestricted and could keep up with traffic. I'd encourage youngsters to wait a year and get a 125 for this reason. But a nifty fifty makes perfect sense for the urban or rural commute and gains you valuable experience in the meantime. The licencing laws are a complete mess now though and as we're no longer in Europe should undergo a complete overhaul to encourage more youngsters into bikes. All bikes - especially low capacity ones should be part of the modern transport strategy. Obviously, safety is paramount so I don't suggest for a minute that new riders be let loose without appropriate instruction and training. But you get my drift 👍

I wish i had i father like this.

Love this

gonna show this to my mum to try and convince her

My dad's has been riding for along time now and so I've grown up around bikes so I'm wanting to get my cbt but the issue is trying to convince my mum because she is afraid of me getting injured but there's risks in every thing and I though why not take the risk of a fun thing. So I've been scouring the Internet on videos and insurence and all that stuff becouse it's all new to me.

Oh I miss the days of riding a C50 to school, then upgrading to a fs1dx, then a DT125. By the time I was in college I'd already had a lengthy list of road legal bikes (always bought as scrapper and rebuilt) and become known as the "bike guy" lol. Wish we could still get away with a sidewinder too :P

I appreciate this video was uploaded 3years ago, but currently looking at getting my daughter a 50cc -and found your discussion helpful, just need to convince mum!!! Cheers guys

Where I live kids are allowed to get a driving license (AM) for 50 cc (moped stage 1 - 45 km/h or stage 2 - 25 km/h) at the age of 15. At 16 you kan get license (A1) for a 125 cc max 15hp and power to weight ratio 0,1 hp/kg. Steps to follow is A2 and A (unrestricted). About convincing parents to get a moped/motorcycle for their kid... If the parents have NO experience of two wheel - why not start to explore this together?! It can be a parent/kid-bonding thing. If they do have experience and still say no... Thats a tough one. Beats me! But I firmly believe you are right about starting with a moped. There are ALOT of situations in traffic that can kill you, also on a moped, BUT on a moped many situations will be in slower speeds and speed is (what i believe) the no1 reason for thing to go bad. So - better make the misstakes on a slow speed moped than a higher speed motorcycle. And you dont need that much power or CC before you reach the danger... I also liked when you talked about teaching the kids about traffic! We need to pass along the respect for the forces and dangers involved.

Super video. Thanks a lot 👍👍 what brand motorbike 50 is this?

I live in Finland and 50cc mopeds are leagle att 15 and limited to 30mph is the honda monkey poular in usa z50 I right now own a 125 pit bike

Yeah having this discussion with my lad right now . Agree with you guys deffo . Government trying to quash bikes . Independence is a great feeling . Thanks for the video

Well said

I rode a 200cc when I was 13 but things were different.I was only 7or8 the first time I shot a gun.My grandfather gave me a Derringer.The first week I had it I accidentally fired it in his living room and shot the glass out of the front door.

In Australia for road bikes you can have a 600cc and lower when your learning and anyone can ride any cc dirt bike

I am 14 and I am trying to figure out if it's legal. I am working the whole summer to get something like this. Hope I'll be able to actually ride it

So when I’m 16 can I get a 50cc with gears

That bike is capable of I'd say 50-55mph! I had a similar 50cc bike which went 50mph. But yours is better I think. If you up jetted, geared it up, got some supermoto wheels and maybe a new airfilter you will be reaching those speeds no problem

good video like i ride a moped 125 i started on a 50 cc moped then got my self a 125 moped but if you ride unsafe but good video

Hi mate, can I ask where your son got his bomber jacket? Looks sick

Please, can you make a video on how to district this bike? all appear to be Spanish or German XD My bike is a 2011 rieju mrt 50 sm. I just bought new tires, spark plug, chain, grips, mirrors, indicators, and my dad is excellent and making a professional job of paintwork with a rattle can. so after I sand some little rust spots it should be spot on. I just need guidance deristricting it. Kind regards - Tom

thanks, very useful video. what would you say the best 50cc bikes are to get for the area you live as i live in a similar rural area of England in the Cotswolds, its hilly need something with a good bit of power to get up them but only 50cc any recommendations?

I live in Israel when from 15 and a half you can already ride a 125cc motorcycle (though 125cc mopeds are used most) kids that age go to work as delivery drivers and that's dangerous as hell I am 17 and when I just got my license I didn't even own a bike and went ahead and started working to get more skilled riding, from experience that is really dangerous because you always have to be in a rush and that's just recipe for disaster, had a few friends crash (I never did, though I did slip 1 time driving 2, yes, TWO miles an hour trying to switch lanes on a wet road and a second time when my headlights didn't work because job mopeds are always damaged and I slipped going for a turn at 15-25 mph not noticing the road is in soap water from other businesses cleaning... and that hurt quite a bit) overall letting a kid on a motorcycle at a young age is all about trust, some kids are the type of kids to do wheelies and crash on the first try and hurt others, some go through red lights or drive on the pavements but there are also law abiding kids that don't do stupid shit and actually care for their own safety.

Let's be honest, everyone looks a bit stupid on a moped aha

I wish the rest of the world was like the US, first bike was a 125 at 13, 250 at 14, 450 at 15. (I was 6,3 at 15 so bigger bikes were my only choice. I think as long as you can handle the power you can ride it

turn 16 in december, live in london and parents really dont want me getting a 50cc with my provisional. Already ride a bike around on the roads, usually without a helmet if im honest. My question is what is the best way to win them round? if i had a 50cc i would obviously protect myself with helmets and gear etc AND cars would hear me coming. so i dont see why it is any more dangerous?

hi, when you get your cbt at 16 years old are you allowed to drive a 125cc supermot? or are you only allowed a 50cc moped?? PLEASE LET ME KNOW

What bike did your son get when he was 16?

I'm 16 and now getting a 50cc moped. What do you think about taking a duel carriagway - completely avoid it or it's doable if you're careful?

I´m from Portugal and here you can ride a 50cc at 14 and a 125cc at 16 but if its a two stoke its restricted (15 currently and still havent got the edge on my mother, my father has riden since he was 16 so he´s ok with it) FYI i have wanted a dirtbike since i was 11, probably only gonna be able to get one at 18 R.I.P

I think a restricted 50cc is just dangerous, I get mine new in 6 days and I'm sorting that out straight away, I think 125 sould be the minimum but I'm not losing a year of riding for that

Iv had bikes since I was 14 and loved every second of it just ride as if u don't trust anyone else on the road

Hello!I will reverse the question,should my son let me buy a bike?hahaha...you see i m forty and i just got my bike driving license..Which motorbike you would suggest for older newbies like me?Thanks for your videos.Cheers.

Also how reliable can a 50cc two stroke with so little a engine running at supper high rpm all day trying to make some power I feel like blown engines can’t be uncommon?

Am I allowed to have a second person on the 50cc at 16 years old?

I'll never ever get anything above 50cc whether it's a scooter or a supermoto. 50cc 4 stroke is fast enough with mods and can go beyond your expectations

Great video! I was just wondering is it better to get a used bike or a brand new one for a 16 year old?

So Im from Bosnia and turning 16 in a month and I want to buy a 50cc maybe Aprilia SR or Speedfight idk. But my parents are scared that Im gonna die even if I recommend them to put a speed limit on 45 on my scooter when I buy it, none of them ever had bikes so i think thats the reason why they dont allow me. What should I tell them so they let me buy a scooter😣

Since I'm 53 and thinking about getting my A certificate, I thought, isn't it smart to start first on a 50ccm 6 gear to learn handling and gearing properly, it is quite cheap compared to a motorcycle as well, while I have the M/AM certificate in my pocket since having B-class drivers license for decades. And on top I get used to the typical dangers of driving motorcycles being not that fast. Thumbs up! :-)

Hi forgot to ask what s the model bike is it please ? Is it a 50 cc ? Thanks

At 16 once you have completed cbt can u get a 50 mortorbike or does it have to be a moped

What kind of bike is the 50cc in this picture (model)

What requirements do you need to get on the road at 16 years old on a 50cc in the uk ?

In estonia you can get 50cc at 14 yr old and 125cc at 16

How much did the dirt bike cost out of interest? Im turning 16 soon and really don't want to be spending loads.

In the UK is it legal to ride a modified 49cc capable of going at 80 MPH for example while having the A1 license? Just asking for curiosity, on my country mopeds cannot "legally" surpass 45 KPH on the road no matter what while there is no way to re-register a moped as a motorcycle to legally go above 30 MPH and ride them on highways

In Germany we can ride 50cc at 15 and 125cc at 16

Hey MrDarcy do you know how to work on 50cc mopeds? If so do you know how difficult and expensive it is to restore one?

So if you get a 50cc with gears, but you already have a moped like do you have to take another test or are you allowed to just buy one and use on because you have done your cbt ?

16 year olds should be allowed 125cc us 50cc just isnt great and more dangerous as your quite a bit slower than most on the road

I still can't get one due to overprotective parents who've had bad experiences in the past with motorbikes. I live in a rural area where it would be safe. Any suggestions?

Can a 16 year old ride any 50cc or does it have to be a scooter because I want to ride a Derbi Senda

i am 15 at the moment and i live in the uk i am wondering about getting a 50 cc at 16 im not sure if i should get one what would you reccomend?

I’m turning 16 in December and planning to get a 50cc. What’s your opinion on the insurance side of derestricting? I won’t derestrice but I’m wondering what you have to say about what to do about insurance. Thank you! *edit spelling*

I need some advice. I’m looking at getting a 125cc or 50cc I’m 17 and it’s to get to college because it is a 35 min drive on a bike or 2 hour and 45 mins on public transport which would be best a 125cc or a 50cc ( i don’t have to go on motorways )

What bike was your son on?

What I want to know is can a 50cc carry a full size adult man for off-road use. I'm not looking to do crazy stuff but have fun

Where you live i you can get 50cc at 15 and 125cc at 16, When i was 16 I could get a 125, but i went with a 50cc, and im kinda thankful, because i got into an accident where my back wheel jumped up of something on the road and the bike turned sideways and when the back wheel regained contact it swung me off and fell on me, if it was a 125cc i think it would've crushed my leg or worse, better to learn on a 50cc than a 125 in my opinion

Good points in this video , but having had a reiju 50 they do 60mph bone stock , they are TECHNICALLY a 50 but I mean it’s very different to a moped , they’re closer to a proper motorcycle than a scooter

Ok so i am soon 15 so i can soon get a 50cc but my dad is a litle scared of the trafic but what should i tell him so he can trust me.

my electric scooter is faster than most 125cc bikes with 11inch wheels, im glad i had it before i got motorbike to learn about slips and other dangers as it basically like a little moped with the removable seat on

What’s the best 50cc dirt bike for a 16 year old ?

16 year olds should be allowed 125ccs I ride 300ccs no problem but legally I have to ride a 125?

very relatable, very good video

in my country if youre 15 you can ride 125cc or higher on road LOL

Hello! Greetings from Slovakia! How should I convince my parents to get a 50cc. Its just impossible. I showed them this video and everything to try convince them but every time i try to convince my parents they absolutely decline me sooo i was wondering is there any way to really like really convince them? It seems impossible for me to convince them :/ . (Sorry for my not great English) Thanks...

So in belguim, u can get a 50 cc bike at 16. Are all these bikes called mopeds? Because when i hear moped i think vespa... and i definitely dont want one that looks like that. i would like on that looks like a dirtbike... like your son in this video. (size is perfect) But would that be described as a moped?

Hi can you recommend a 50cc that you can get used for under £1000

What bike is he on and how much is it?

Do you need to restrict the bike because I'm thinking of buying it

50cc-125cc is there a difference in fuel consumption? or does it matter how long you drive for ??

lol I started out on a 250 and that seemed alright

My dad used to ride a bike in a different country and now im 16 and i want a 50 cc bike but they both say no they’re too worried about me I live in london btw and i think that a 50 cc bike would really help me get around how should i convince my mum and dad to let me do a cbt . Ive ridden a bike before as well and i know all the basic mechanics but I had one accident where i released the clutch too quickly pretty sure my mum is still scared because of that but ive learned from my mistake but they dont listen

how much is insurance for a 50cc at 16 per year

hey im 16 and im finaly getting to the point where i want my own bike i use to do motocross so have the experience on a 85cc but i noticed your son has a 50cc in this video but it seems pretty big for one do you mind telling me the name of the bike cause im 6ft 2 so im looking for a decent size bike to feel comfortable and im not looking to get a moped hope you can help thanks

But im 13 and im still lil happy with my motorized bicycle in 5 days im 14🎂

What is the top speed on the 50cc

I can't believe there's a restriction i ride a 450 at 14

I'm really hoping to get a 50cc bike when I turn 16 in a month but I highly doubt my parents would let me, mainly my mum because my dad has ridden a motorbike before. What do you think I could say to get an overprotective mother to allow me to get one?

It’s easier to get to places, but you can’t go on the dual carriage way

3 more years, oh well..

Hi what bike has your son got ?

How much is the average insurance for mrt Pro 50

I’m looking at a £13k ktm 450 SXF