What's the budget when you start riding a motorcycle?

Want to ride a motorcycle? v Motorcycle license recently in your pocket, want to buy your first shot? Only when you start, the question is, how much will it cost me?

Fixed costs: motorcycle and equipment.

What's the budget for a motorcycle?

Obviously, the budget you want to invest depends only on you and your funds. It is advisable to start with used motorcycle... Insurance is cheaper, and in the event of a fall, even a small one, you will have fewer problems finding used parts. Plus, newcomers with an A2 license will quickly be tempted to switch to a more powerful bike. Knowing that a motorcycle loses 10% of its value immediately after purchase, the calculation is done quickly ...

There are hundreds used motorcycles who have traveled very little. you can buy Suzuki Bandit in very good condition for only 2000 euros.

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Perfect motorcycle gear for beginners

In addition to the cost of the motorcycle, equipment adapted to the practice of the motorcycle will need to be provided. If only helmet и gloves are required, it is highly recommended to have equipment completely.

Motorcycle helmet: 200 €

Firstly, to get a voucher, you need about 200 euros. helmet... We have selected 3 helmets for you, all with sunscreen, bib and silencer: Scorpion Exo-510 Air, IS-17 from HJC and Shark D-Skwal!

Gloves: 40 €

When choosing gloves, first of all make sure they are CE certified as PPE; they must bear the CE mark as well as a motorcycle pictogram on the label. Port CE certified gloves is mandatory, in case of non-port you can make amendments.

For starters, if you don't drive too much on the road, gloves like the Furygan Jet Evo II cost around forty euros. These gloves are also available for women. All One Samourai LT gloves are made in the same style and have a very good value for money!

This type of glove allows you to be protected while still having a very good control feel, which is an important point when you start!

Jacket and trousers: 350 €

As with the rest of the gear, all motorcycle jackets prices are listed here. On average, a classic CE certified jacket containing all the safety features and weather protection will cost around 200 euros.

Our bestsellers include the Furygan Hurricane Jacket and the Women's Pantha Lady Jacket, with removable thermal lining and a waterproof insert for year-round skiing.

If this type blouse equipped with CE protection On the shoulders and elbows, a back protector is often sold as an option. For safety reasons, we recommend adding it to your jacket. It costs about thirty euros, depending on the brand and the level of protection.

For motorcycle pants or specific jeans, it will cost between 100 and 200 euros.

Shoes: 120 €

Sneakers, a must when riding a motorcycle, are a safety feature that should not be overlooked. There are many typed models Baskets for example, the Alpinestars Faster 2, which are available in classic, waterproof or ventilated versions depending on the season.

Annual fees: insurance, maintenance and gasoline.

Insurance: 500 € / year

The price of your guarantee will depend on the choice of your motorcycle. You should know that if you are investing in a sports bike or a recent motorcycle, insurance will be more expensive than a 10 year old roadster. You can also insure your motorcycle against all risks or insure it to a third party, as a result your wallet will be better. On average, this costs from 30 to 40 euros per month.

Maintenance and repairs: 150 € / year depending on use

Your motorcycle will definitely need service. If you travel many kilometers, it will take vidanger more often and do routine maintenance. Routine maintenance should not be neglected because the costs can be much more significant if your motorcycle is in poor condition. Maintenance costs range from 150 to 200 euros, excluding tires, depending on your use.

Obviously, if you are a bit of a handyman, maintenance and possible repairs will only cost you technical details, which will save you labor costs.

If you're looking to get started with mechanics to limit costs, find all of our mechanics tutorials.

Fuel: depending on use

It goes without saying that your motorcycle will definitely be running on gas. If you use your bike on a daily basis, on weekends, or on the track, the budget will be different. Therefore, the fuel should be considered.

In total, if you are a beginner, it will take 2000 € for good training. used motorcycle and 710 € to have equipment fully certified CE equipped with all protection. To this you need to add everything Cost annual which will be added asguarantee, Themaintenance or 650 € / year excluding tires and fuel.

When we say that passion is priceless ... 🙂