Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

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Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles
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Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

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Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles
Horny

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Thanks to the new driving license regulations, entry into the motorcycle world has become even more attractive. And on the used market, great bikes attract visitors, some with sensational prices.

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Suzuki XF 650 Freewind.

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Henniges

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With the new A2 driver’s license, motorcycle novices can now get on board with 48 hp.

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duke

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BMW F 650.

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Husqvarna

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Husqvarna TE 610.

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Faidt

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KTM 620 Duke I..

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MZ Scorpio Replica.

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Faidt

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Suzuki LS 650 Savage.

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Yamaha SZR 660.

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Moto Guzzi Nevada 750.

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Yamaha

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Yamaha XVS 650 Drag Star.

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Kawasaki W 650.

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Bella

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Honda Shadow 750.

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Yamaha MT-03.

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Kawasaki KLE 500.

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Aprilia

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Aprilia Pegaso 650.

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Honda FMX 650.

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Artist

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Suzuki GS 500 E..

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Derbi mulhacen 659.

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Cagiva Canyon 600.

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Gargolov

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If you want to ride open later on, you should look for a more powerful bike right away.

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Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles

Second-hand advice on 48 hp motorcycles for beginners
Now there are no more excuses

Great 48 hp motorcycles for beginners beckon on the used market – with some sensational prices. We introduce you to 18 of them. So there are no longer any lazy excuses.

Jorg Lohse

October 24, 2013

48 hp bikes

The used motorcycle trade is flourishing. Every year around 400,000 changes of ownership are registered in the German registration offices. The popular internet portals are full of motorcycles of all stripes, suitable for all budgets. Anyone looking for a suitable vehicle with a fresh A2 driver’s license will be able to draw on a multitude of possibilities, as the following pages show. 

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Well-preserved bike from 1000 euros

The motorcycle novice can feel their way very economically and shoot down a well-preserved bike for as little as 1000 euros. But he can also park a motorcycle specially tailored to his needs in front of the garage: the gleaming chrome cruiser for the casual evening round, a compact tourer for the first long-distance journey through the Alps or a sporty country road sweeper, with which even longer weekend trips whet your appetite.

In general, when buying a used item, do not immediately ask the question “What is the last price?”. This will shut you down for serious sellers. The chemistry between the two negotiating partners should be right – and later on, there is usually still something to be said for the price shown. Ideally, you are not alone in an on-site appointment. If possible, motorcycle novices in particular should go on a shopping spree with an experienced cyclist. Stay away from unkempt motorcycles, to which the dirt of the last 2000 kilometers is still stuck, the chain is dry and washed out rusting and the tires show porous cracks. The famous barn finds are also dangerous: Grandfather clocks usually have a large number of standing defects. If these have to be remedied in the workshop, even the cheapest purchase will be a bottomless pit. And you only care about one thing: finally ride a motorcycle!

Honda Shadow 750


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Honda Shadow 750 (model year 2009).

It doesn’t have to be a gigantic two-liter engine. Even in the compact 750 class, motorcycle novices will find authentic material that can be strolled on in the best easy rider style. A very hot tip: Honda’s Shadow 750, some of which already has youngtimer status. The water-cooled V-Twin has been on the road since 1997, followed by the more sharply styled sister model Black Widow for four years in 2000. Since 2004, thanks to the change from chain to cardan, the cleaning and maintenance effort has been reduced, in the Spirit version (from 2007) it is a really classically designed chopper with a 21-inch front wheel.

The 46 hp can be directed from a very low seat height without being overwhelmed. Choppers and cruisers are considered to be price stable, and the Shadow is no exception. Well-maintained first-generation bikes are available from 2500 euros, the popular Black Widow costs at least 1000 euros more.

plus: Proven and reliable engine; great sound; Seat height also fit for short legs.

Minus: Moderate draft values; very heavy weight; little comfort; instruments that are difficult to read.

Data: Water-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke V-engine, 745 cm³, 33.5 kW (46 HP) at 5500 rpm, five-speed gearbox, cardan shaft, front disc brake, rear drum brake, tires 120/90 R 17, 160/80 R 15, weight 267 kg, payload 183 kg; Tank capacity / reserve 14.6 / 3.5 liters, seat height 660 mm, top speed 151 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.2 liters / 100 km

Yamaha MT-03


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Yamaha MT-03 (model year 2006).

Newcomers to the motorcycle scene have surely noticed the huge Yamaha MT-01: a primeval creature with a fat V-twin, 1670 cubic meters and 90 hp. Much too much for A2 owners, who like their little sister MT-03 could find. Here, too, characteristic: the rear end with two strong mufflers, and further stylistic borrowings from the great model characterize the face of the compact single-cylinder Yamaha.

Despite the delicious packaging, the MT-03’s appearance in the sales charts has remained rather modest since its model launch in 2006. Which, however, has nothing to do with the quality, because the lively engine puts you in a good mood with its pithy Ballermann sound. The seating position, which is designed for dynamic driving and is still comfortable even on long stages, fits in with this. Only on bumpy slopes does it get a little too inharmonious, the contrast between the soft fork and the hard strut at the back is too pronounced.

The new MT-03 costs just under 7,700 euros, used it is a real bargain: the offers start at under 3,000 euros, the maintenance condition is high for many offers, the mileage, on the other hand, is pleasantly low.

Plus: Neatly tuned and powerful engine; great sound; low consumption; handy.

minus: Chassis set unbalanced; Front brake requires a strong hand; weak headlights.

Data: Water-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 660 cm³, 33 kW (45 PS) at 6000 / min, five-speed gearbox, chain, double disc brakes at the front, disc brakes at the rear, tires 120/70 ZR 17, 160/60 ZR 17, weight 194 kg, payload 188 kg; Tank capacity / reserve 15 / 4.2 liters, seat height 810 mm, top speed 160 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.5 liters / 100 km

Kawasaki KLE 500


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Kawasaki KLE 500 (model year 1999).

“We’ll get you sooner or later!” An advertising slogan that also fits this soft enduro, which celebrated its debut in 1991 and finally expired in the form shown here in 2007. In the common Internet sales portals, the KLE 500 on the other hand it is still common. If you have tough budget limits when buying a motorcycle, you should take a closer look at this long-legged bread-and-butter bike. Compared to the competition, the Paralleltwin (homologated with 48 hp since 1997) looks very bland, which is mainly due to compliance with exhaust gas and noise regulations. Despite the long suspension travel, the 500 does not have any real gripping qualities in off-road conditions, but it can stand out much better on winding country roads. From 1000 euros!

Plus: Upright sitting position with a good overview; Driving stability and handling.

minus: Soft bench not suitable for travel; soft fork; toothless front brake; short range; Chassis with high mileage partly heavily worn.

Data: Water-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine, 499 cm³, 35 kW (48 PS) at 8500 rpm, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 90/90 S 21, 130/80 S 17, weight 205 kg, payload 175 kg; Tank capacity 15 liters, seat height 860 mm, top speed 168 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.8 liters / 100 km

Aprilia Pegaso 650


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Aprilia

Aprilia Pegaso 650 (model year 2006).

An extravagant motorcycle from Italy? To the unsuspecting person, that sounds like bitch in terms of technology, high maintenance costs and an expensive purchase price. But who is for the Aprilia Pegaso interested, can confidently cross out the above prejudices. In 1992, the 650 series with the single cylinder from the Austrian engine manufacturer Rotax appeared and initially made life difficult for the powerful, but on winding country roads to cumbersome athletes as a wild, unconventional fun bike. Over the years, however, the pitfalls of the model update also came, and the previously classy fun bike clearly lost its once radical appearance.

For the 1997 model year, it was supposed to be more suitable for touring with a significantly larger tank, but it looked more chubby than before. The special model Garda (from 1998) also hit the same line with a standard luggage set, but this did not bring many buyers.

From 2001 the carburetor was replaced by a modern injection system, and in 2005 the Pegaso was modeled more in the direction of the original idea. The new type with the 48 hp engine from the supplier Minarelli is the most interesting model for class A2 buyers – again slim and slim, technically fit and astonishingly cheap: from 3000 euros!

Plus: Excellent brakes; relaxed, active sitting position with relaxed knee angle; great handling.

Minus: Engine a bit tough around the bottom; Shock absorber slightly underdamped; older models are prone to repairs.

Data: Water-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 660 cm³, 35 kW (48 PS) at 6250 / min, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 110 / 70-17, 160 / 60-17, weight 195 kg, payload 206 kg; Tank capacity /
Reserve 16 / 3.5 liters, seat height 800 mm, top speed 165 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.6 liters / 100 km

Honda FMX 650


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Honda FMX 650 (model year 2005).

With the 38 hp single cylinder, Honda tried very late to get into the supermoto business again in 2005. When it comes to the equipment, there was no slouch: for the manageable new price of just under 5800 euros, there were high-quality stainless steel silencers, light aluminum rims and a light-emitting diode rear light, which was still exotic at the time. However, the package did not arrive properly in the scene. Whether it was the already well-hung single cylinder, which in its basic form was already in service in the 80s in the widespread enduro model Dominator?

The sales were also reflected in the construction period. In 2007 Honda heralded the last model year of the FMX. In any case, used buyers can rely on the robust, proven technology. Attractive models from private hands are available for less than 2000 euros.

Plus: Very well-kept second-hand offer with low mileage; handy; perfect for commuting; easy.

Minus: Engine output too weak for the displacement class; poor value retention, difficult to resell; small tank.

Data: Air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 644 cm³, 28 kW (38 HP) at 5750 rpm, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 120/70 R 17, 150/60 R 17, weight 176 kg, load 179 kg; Tank capacity / reserve 11 / 3.8 liters, seat height 875 mm, top speed 145 km / h, consumption (country road) 5 liters / 100 km

Suzuki GS 500 E.


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Suzuki GS 500 E (model year 2000).

If there is anything like the Golf class in the motorcycle scene, then this Suzuki is one of its classic representatives. Its history goes back a long way: in 1988 the GS 500 E, with various revisions it remained in the program until 2007. For many, it was, alongside the competitor model from Honda (CB 500), the driving school motorcycle to which they remained loyal after successful apprenticeship. With well over 50,000 sales, the Twin is of course still well represented in the inventory today. Carefully estimated, more than half of them are still on German roads.

The offer is correspondingly extensive. You can almost be picky about the 45 hp bike. The very early series (built up to 2000) is offered for bargain hunters for less than 1000 euros, the thoroughly revised 500 series (from 2001) and the fully disguised F (from 2004) are well-maintained and available for well under 2000 euros. If the condition is correct, you can’t go wrong with a purchase. First and foremost, hidden rust nests should be searched for. During the test drive it means: Open your ears! Howling noises indicate defective gears.

Plus: Long life engine; playful handling; low seat height; large selection.

Minus: Fork very softly tuned; hard-responding, but underdamped rear shock; poor paint quality; weld seams at risk of breakage.

Data: Air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine, 487 cm³, 33 kW (45 HP) at 9000 rpm, six-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 110/70 H 17, 130/70 H 17, weight 189 kg, payload 191 kg; Tank capacity 17 liters, seat height 740 mm, top speed 177 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.4 liters / 100 km

Derbi mulhacen 659


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Derbi Mulhacen 659 (model year 2006).

Courage for the exotic? Derbi is an old Spanish brand (founded in 1922), which is now part of the Italian Piaggio Group. With the Mulhacen 659, the scooter and light power forge tried briefly (2006 to 2011) to get involved in the big motorcycles. The single-cylinder engine comes from Yamaha, which, despite all the exoticism, makes the procurement of spare parts a little easier.

The slim vehicle in the trendy scrambler dress is particularly popular on short trips, the suspension setup fits even on poor roads, and the front brake is powerful. Only the engine tuning does not fit: There is a huge gap in performance, especially in the middle of the engine speed. Anyone who wants to dare to dance with the Spaniard has to search hard. The 48 hp bike is only sparsely represented. From 2500 euros.

Plus: Clean, appealing chassis; stable, very easy to dose brake; easy; beautifully processed.

Minus: Bad engine tuning; too uncomfortable on longer tours; hard to find; small tank.

Data: Water-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 660 cm³, 35 kW (48 HP) at 6250 / min, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 110/80 ZR 18, 150/70 ZR 18, weight 178 kg, payload 192 kg; Tank capacity 12 liters, seat height 820 mm, top speed 165 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.7 liters / 100 km

Cagiva Canyon 600


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Cagiva Canyon 600 (model year 1996).

Fun, fun, fun! That was the motto in the nineties, and almost every manufacturer had a so-called fun bike in their program: long-legged enduros that were knitted with grippy road tires for nimble cornering. As with the Cagiva Canyon 600, which from 1996 to 1997 provided robust propulsion with its rough one-cylinder. This has already been used as a modular solution in other models, in the Canyon the engine fires its volleys, especially in the upper speed range, thanks to sharper camshafts and a shorter gear ratio.

The other side of the coin: lazy shifting driving is not his thing, below 3000 rpm it is extremely rough. Anyone interested in the Italo bike should be patient and have a knowledgeable companion at their side during the used check. From 1500 euros.

Plus: High-revving, high-torque motor; stable, well-tuned chassis; very pronounced handiness.

Minus: Engine chops and jerks in the lower speed range; too uncomfortable bench for touring; high consumption.

Data: Air / oil-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 601 cm³, 25 kW (34 PS) at 6000 / min (open 28 kW / 38 PS), five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 100 / 90-19, 140/80 -17, weight 185 kg, payload 175 kg; Tank capacity 20 liters, seat height 860 mm, top speed 157 km / h, consumption (country road) 6.4 liters / 100 km

Kawasaki W 650


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Kawasaki W 650 (model year 2006).

Let a kid paint a motorcycle – it will be like that W 650 to look like. Because that’s this Kawasaki: a motorcycle straight out of a picture book. It looks like it was decades old, but it didn’t hit stores until 1999. With an interesting mix of styles, it quotes classic English motorcycle construction (BSA, Triumph) from the early and late 1960s. The engine (up to 2003 with 50 hp) then becomes completely independent: air-cooled twin with vertical shaft as camshaft drive and four valves per combustion chamber. And for starting, there is an authentic kick starter in addition to the electric starter.

Test riders shouldn’t be surprised by the too soft fork, overstrained shock absorbers and slack brakes. Unfortunately, that is part of the Kawa. Due to the high handlebars, it also tends to swing slightly from a speed of 120 km / h. It will be better if a lower and shorter handlebar is installed as an alternative. A2 owners who consider their first motorcycle to be an investment in the future have made the right choice with the Retro-Kawa. With good care, it really retains its value. The prize poker starts at 3000 euros.

Plus: Handy to drive; maintenance-friendly structure; reliable technology.

Minus: Chassis too softly tuned, quickly reaches its limits; rust-sensitive screws; poor chrome quality; Instruments can fog up over the years.

Data: Air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke engine, 675 cm³, 35 kW (47 HP) at 6500 rpm, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear drum brake, tires 100/90 H 19, 130/80 H 18, weight 215 kg, payload 180 kg; Tank capacity / reserve 15/3 liters, seat height 800 mm, top speed 164 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.8 liters / 100 km

Yamaha XVS 650 Drag Star


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Yamaha

Yamaha XVS 650 Drag Star (model year 1997).

In the late 1990s, Yamaha’s little drag star swam well with the slowly ebbing soft chopper wave and was able to sell well in its ten-year construction period (from 1997): Over 25,000 copies were sold in Germany. What that means for those interested in used: a wide range, be picky, price negotiable!

Big cinema is offered for little money (from 2000 euros): rigid frame look, wide rear wheel, long wheelbase. There is also no lack of chrome curtains typical of the genre. A clear advantage when buying a chopper: low odometer readings, high standard of care. You can feel the disadvantages when driving: sluggish acceleration, sluggish handling.

Plus: Maintenance-friendly cardan drive; good straight-line stability; low seat height.

Minus: Vibration-prone exhaust system; high weight; Fork seals can leak over the years.

Data: Air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke V-engine, 649 cm³, 29 kW (40 PS) at 6500 rpm, five-speed gearbox, cardan shaft, front disc brake, rear drum brake, tires 100/90 S 19, 170/80 S 15, weight 231 kg, Payload 176 kg; Tank capacity / reserve 16/3 liters, seat height 680 mm, top speed 147 km / h, consumption (country road) 4.9 liters / 100 km

Moto Guzzi Nevada 750


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Moto Guzzi Nevada 750 (model year 2000).

Nevada never wanted to be a mere copy of American chopper culture. All you need to do is look at the charismatic Guzzi engine with its cylinders at right angles to the direction of travel and longitudinal crankshaft. This principle has been typical of the Italian motorcycle brand from Lake Como for half a century. And that’s not the only reason why the 750 twin does not want to fit into a typical chopper drawer. The Nevada also takes up design elements of classic muscle bikes from the 80s (Yamaha Vmax) and also wants to offer the rider real touring qualities with comfortable seating. What choppers do not usually have to offer, the Nevada manages to do reasonably well: to accommodate the pillion passenger on board in a reasonably decent way.

You have to be careful when researching used equipment: Not all versions of the Nevada, which has been sold since 1993, are A2-compatible ex works. It fits, for example, with the Base and Club models (from 2000/2002), which are used from 2500 euros.

Plus: Good-natured engine characteristics that make it particularly easy for beginners; relaxed, long-distance seating position.

Minus: Suspension elements are quickly overwhelmed when driving at a forced speed; partly carelessly processed; poor dealer network.

Data: Air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke V-engine, 744 cm³, 35 kW (48 PS) at 6200 rpm, five-speed gearbox, cardan shaft, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 100 / 90-18, 130 / 90-18, weight 197 kg, Payload 203 kg; Tank capacity 16 liters, seat height 770 mm, top speed 163 km / h, consumption (country road) 5.4 liters / 100 km

Suzuki XF 650 Freewind


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Suzuki XF 650 Freewind (model year 1997).

Evil tongues claim that the Freewind has a completely puffy design that you have to look good first. The latter, however, is not a problem for Suzuki’s compact class travel enduro. The single-cylinder with four-valve head proves to be very easy to turn and also scores with its pleasantly soft step. The five-speed transmission also works without problems.

An extremely comfortable workplace is provided for the driver, which remains comfortable even on the longest tours. Small drawback: the weakly designed spring elements – here you should upgrade with accessories. Sold from 1997 to 2002, now available from 1000 euros.

Plus: Powerful, spontaneously responsive engine; stable and powerful brake; precise gear.

Minus: Spring elements (especially at the rear) quickly overwhelmed; uncomfortable pillion seat; Processing a bit too rustic.

Data: Air / oil-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke engine, 644 cm³, 35 kW (48 PS) at 7000 rpm, five-speed gearbox, chain, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tires 100 / 90-19, 130 / 80-17, weight 188 kg, payload 187 kg, tank capacity 18 liters, seat height 830 mm, top speed 162 km / h, consumption (country road) 5.5 liters / 100 km

48 hp bikes under 1500 euros

Conquer your first love on a really small budget? There are numerous motorcycles on the used market for just over 1000 euros that are of particular interest to A2 owners. The spectrum ranges from simple to exotic.

BMW F 650


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duke

BMW F 650.

The entry into the white and blue brand world. The 650 single-cylinder is from Rotax, but otherwise the Funduro impresses with classic BMW virtues. Is considered reliable; many offers meanwhile have astronomical mileage. Inspect carefully!

Husqvarna TE 610


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Husqvarna

Husqvarna TE 610.

A classic from the 90s for off-road freaks. An absolutely convincing vehicle on and off the road to relax from everyday life. Due to the power-to-weight ratio for the A2 class (0.2 kW per kilogram), it may only be driven in the 34 hp version.

KTM 620 Duke I.


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Faidt

KTM 620 Duke I..

Since 1994, the Duke from Mattighofen has been teaching super athletes with double and triple horsepower to be afraid. The robust single-cylinder must first be driven by A2 owners in the version throttled to 31 or 34 hp.

MZ Scorpio Replica


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MZ Scorpio Replica.

The GDR brand no longer built stinky “two-octets” in the unified Germany, but instead relied on Japanese technology. The single cylinder comes from the enduro Yamaha XTZ 660. The Scorpion series was available in various versions, from the naked bike to the sports replica.

Suzuki LS 650 Savage


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Faidt

Suzuki LS 650 Savage.

One of the many unique items in the Chopper universe. With this Suzuki, there is no class-typical V-Twin pulsing under the driver, but rather a fat stew with 650 cubic meters. Otherwise, it mercilessly exudes the pompous style of the 80s.

Yamaha SZR 660


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Yamaha SZR 660.

A motorcycle that has unfortunately been forgotten far too quickly. The sporty single cylinder impresses with great design, delicious details and a lively engine. The chassis also matches the sporty note of the 660s. Still, only a few wanted to buy it. Today an insider tip.

Info: 48 hp driver’s license

The usual tirade of scolding against the Brussels bureaucracy has to be silenced in this case: applicants for the driving license benefit above all from the new regulation of the driving license classes, which has been valid for almost a year. With the new entry-level motorcycle driving license A2, the well-known 34 HP regulation is a thing of the past, after passing the test you can hit the slopes with an increase of 14 HP. Good news also for holders of the previous level driving license: They are also allowed to switch to 48 hp motorcycles without any further measures and – if the level driving license was obtained before January 19, 2013 – even drive all motorcycles after two years without any further horsepower limit.

For A2 holders, advancement to the large, i.e. unlimited, class is not so generously regulated. Only after passing a 40-minute practical driving test on an over 48 HP motorcycle does the performance limit fall, and you finally hold the license without limit in your hand.

Anyone who has always dreamed of a motorcycle from the older generation but did not want to take on the driver’s license hurdle should rethink now. Because the Brussels amendment also makes it easier for motorists to switch to motorcycles. Anyone who obtained their car driver’s license before April 1, 1980 can – theoretically without compulsory driving lessons – register directly at a driving school for a practical driving test for the A2 driving license.

Info: throttles on 48 hp


Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles


Gargolov

If you want to ride open later on, you should look for a more powerful bike right away.

Nothing is impossible. Theoretically, A2 owners can also ride an originally 180 hp super sports bike or a lush 380 kg touring bike. Because almost every motorcycle can be limited to the permitted 35 kW limit using an appropriate throttle kit. For this purpose, the power is usually reduced mechanically by restricting the throttle grip or electronically by installing a new engine mapping.

One of the largest providers is the Bavarian company Alpha Technik (phone 0 80 36/30 07 20, www.alpha technik.de), which now offers throttle kits to 48 hp for over 200 motorcycles. The effort is manageable: the kit itself costs around 100 euros, depending on the model, plus individual workshop costs for installation plus the fees for changing the vehicle documents. Many retailers now also offer all-inclusive solutions at a fixed price. However, one should refrain from the extreme examples mentioned at the beginning. With a superbike, you would already reach the 35 kW limit after two to three millimeters of gas travel, and a touring bike weighing several hundred pounds is simply hopelessly overwhelmed as a beginner.

Used 48 hp motorcycles in Germany


Second-hand advice for beginners 48 hp motorcycles


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You can save a lot of money with a used A2 motorcycle.

A2 motorcycles are a good introduction to the world of motorcycles and compared to new vehicles you can save a lot of money with 48 HP used motorcycles. The selection of A2 bikes is huge, because there are many used bikes available from every class of motorcycle. Here is a price comparison: used 48 hp motorcycles in Germany.

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