The Cost Of Riding A Motorbike In Ireland

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  • čas přidán 21. 02. 2019
  • Well lads,
    So I've gotten a lot of comments recently about how much bikes cost here in Ireland & how much on average would you need to save before you consider getting into them? It goes without being said that you're better off paying for things in steps. Be smart with your money & don't just blow it all starting up and not having enough to survive on.
    Any questions, corrections or comments in general just leave them below! Cheers! :D

Komentáře • 242

  • @Jake-pd6ct
    @Jake-pd6ct Před 5 lety +27

    Hey, voice-over videos are cool! Very formal, very good. Riding in the rain is good, you can multitask your shower and your ride at the same time. And it's okay that is is a rough figure in this video, I'll be sure to let everybody know in the comments that they can message you about what they are specifically going to get, and you'll be happy to make a judgement on how much it is going to cost. You can leave out the helmet; will only weigh you down on your new, cool, 12 hp Yamaha R125! Don't need to abide the law when you have that bad boy between your legs, the po - po will never be able to catch you! Also, don't need to pay for a bike if it is stolen. (*cough* that was a joke never steal any bike, even a MOPED, still not good, you're a scumbag who deserves to burn in hell if you ever do *cough*) And trust me, bud, it's everybody BUT the Irish who can't pronounce the threes. As for below the neck gear, full leather jumpsuit with the hump at the back. Minimum €1,000; thank me later. Will help you go fastasfucc on that new Yamaha 125 you got yourself. How much is my method all together? No clue! Don't care enough, but hey! Will just ask Luke to make me an estimate for me! Stay safe Luke, have a good one. :)

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      Thanks Jake man, felt a bit awkward doing it. Took a few takes too! Haha feck off, my emails will be flooded. "wHatTS tHe bEst BegINNNNNERRR biKE?" Some solid advice there though man haha! I think your estimate adds up to 1 trillion dollars but you can also pay in sexual favours!

    • @Jake-pd6ct
      @Jake-pd6ct Před 5 lety +2

      So it's a win win is what you're telling me ;)

  • @mjm9145
    @mjm9145 Před rokem

    Very useful information there for someone (me) starting out. Thanks.

  • @saymyname8534
    @saymyname8534 Před 5 lety +1

    Great video again . I was looking for some information like this that couldn't find elsewhere . For someone like me who is looking into riding a bike this is very helpful. Thank you

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Again, I'm happy I could help man. The reason I make these informative videos is to hopefully make getting a bike here in Ireland easier for people starting out! Any other questions don't be afraid to ask!

  • @connaghananthony
    @connaghananthony Před 4 lety +1

    Great video. Really well explained. Thanks for your work 👍 always contemplating getting a bike. The insurance was always on my mind. Overlooked most other things. 😬

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety

      Thanks man, glad it helped! To be honest, insurance isn't that bad after a couple of years. It drops quite quickly with the no-claims bonus. The start-up cost is quite a bit that's the big thing!

  • @gerardleahy3729
    @gerardleahy3729 Před 5 lety +22

    Exactly the kinda info I am looking for , good video. Thanks man

  • @superbw4836
    @superbw4836 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video, very well presented.

  • @alexharris8500
    @alexharris8500 Před 2 lety

    Excellent vedio thanks 😊 👍 very informative and accurate even today.

  • @Lar308
    @Lar308 Před rokem +1

    Makes me recall my garda motorcycle training course back in August 1986 - same month as hurricane charlie - when we thankfully were kept inside the classroom. I must have passed through Cashel at least a few times every week on the four week course. I passed the course incidentally.

  • @Charlie-zp2se
    @Charlie-zp2se Před 3 lety

    Brilliant video, thanks!

  • @fakereality3792
    @fakereality3792 Před 5 lety +1

    Very useful video as usual Luke 👍. Hope all is going well.

  • @slavwillisalmera9692
    @slavwillisalmera9692 Před 5 lety +1

    Very great info thanks Luke 👍

  • @connhowley-trimble9868

    Great video very informative

  • @colheg3113
    @colheg3113 Před 3 lety

    Big Money racket !! Thanks for the Video though Bro useful info to know !!

  • @kingdongo4388
    @kingdongo4388 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice vid, cheers mate!!

  • @BianShaw
    @BianShaw Před 4 lety +5

    Good video of a Irish/E.U version as many of these videos of how to get a motorcycle licence are US based. These videos are dead handy for someone going in who has no idea what to spend or where to go. 👍👍

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Cheers man! That was exactly the point of the video. When I was starting out riding myself it was very hard to find all the information in one place so that's what I was trying to do. It's obviously not everything you need to know but it's a start! Glad you think it's useful! :)

  • @HumanAndGamesHD
    @HumanAndGamesHD Před 5 lety +21

    Luke ye forgot about the eye test 15-30 Euro!

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +3

      Ah yeah cheers man! Forgot about this as I already had one for the car licence! I need contact lenses/glasses when driving/riding.

  • @Mathuna1
    @Mathuna1 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video,very informative,good man 👍🇮🇪

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety

      Glad you found it helpful man! :)

    • @Mathuna1
      @Mathuna1 Před 4 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides story?..what's a good starter bike,engine size like?..I'm 34 and I'm looking into getting a bike...better late than never...I'm probably jumping the gun as I haven't even done the rider training course 👍

  • @liamoregan
    @liamoregan Před 5 lety +2

    Excellent video

  • @madars1997
    @madars1997 Před 5 lety +1

    Great video Luke, I've done both, car and bike, but bike is definitely cheaper, can't be arsed calculating but it works out cheaper for sure and a lot more fun as well. Be careful lad ;)

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Yeah, I got my car all sorted when I was 17 and worked out my more expensive than my first bike. The bike is much more fun but not going to lie, I've put tonnes of more money into bikes since. Probably spent more now overall on bikes than the car but sure look, it's all fun :)

  • @nigeimorris404
    @nigeimorris404 Před 2 měsíci

    Spot on with the numbers

  • @konikolov
    @konikolov Před 3 lety

    this is exactly what i was looking for(without looking for it!)

  • @robertrice2516
    @robertrice2516 Před 4 lety +1

    Very helpful, thanks

  • @robertmedzai8163
    @robertmedzai8163 Před 3 lety

    GREAT lots of info .

  • @Francismoore-qq7pb
    @Francismoore-qq7pb Před 5 lety +1

    That's very helpful thanks luke

  • @zhack3d
    @zhack3d Před 2 lety

    Thank you for the video

  • @diana7002
    @diana7002 Před 3 lety +2

    thank you for the video! Your voice is fantastic, don't worry about it.
    I've got a question, as an Italian cityzen who has an Italian licence (car/motorcycle), how much would it cost to make it legal in Ireland? In case one day I'll decide to move to Ireland, would I have to pass some theory/driving exams to convalidate? or is it just a paperwork thing?

  • @VosovioYTC
    @VosovioYTC Před rokem

    bye bye hopes and dreams. it was nice having you.

  • @its_a_revvolution
    @its_a_revvolution Před 5 lety +5

    Great video, woulda been dead helpful 6 months ago when I was starting off myself.
    I feel I did well now at just under 3 grand all in.
    One add on to the pricing would be a decent lock (essential in Dublin).

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +3

      Ah man, I was too late. I have failed you.
      Haha, nah fair play man for getting all set up just under 3 grand, that's very reasonable! Yup, locks are essential, Cork is getting just as bad!

  • @mrCierek
    @mrCierek Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks - nice vid. There is also an eye test at around 35€.
    In Poland, there are no L-plates - only the actual license. The cost is 300€ for course + 50€ for the exam, 25€ for updating the license, insurance for motorbike is around 100-150€(I used to pay 25€ for moped when I lived there, back in 2012 )

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +2

      Forgot about the eye test as I already had mine done for the car licence & I'm required to wear glasses/contact lenses while driving/riding.
      Poland & most of mainland Europe seem to be a lot cheaper & a lot more realistic with their bike prices etc... Good old rip off Ireland haha.

  • @garygoldrick4867
    @garygoldrick4867 Před 4 lety +4

    I'm 17 looking to start biking I appreciate the info made it very clear to understand

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +2

      Glad I could help pal! Best of luck getting into it, you really won't regret it!

    • @finnwhelan973
      @finnwhelan973 Před 2 lety

      Did you end up getting one

    • @garygoldrick4867
      @garygoldrick4867 Před 2 lety

      @@finnwhelan973 got a wee 125 but want to move to a 300 on an a liscense but it's hard affording it now that I'm on apprenticeship wage

    • @finnwhelan973
      @finnwhelan973 Před 2 lety

      @@garygoldrick4867 I'm also trying to get one what's the insurance like on the 125 cus Ik ireland is shocking for it

  • @Luke-hu9mc
    @Luke-hu9mc Před 5 lety +3

    Just what I was looking for, thanks! You should probably blur out your speedometer for the motor way part in future vids hahaha

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +4

      Glad it helped man!
      Oh l have no idea who the person riding on the motorway is. Think it was filmed in Mexico somewhere ;)

  • @EddieEmApuros
    @EddieEmApuros Před 2 lety +1

    I just got an Learner now, and I got an 2017 Honda Scooter for about 2850 so I am on 4208€ so far, and I still have to pay for th 88 Euros for the Test and 55 for the Licence. Thank you for the video.

  • @kafzito6214
    @kafzito6214 Před 5 lety +1

    Very accurate bro! Love the classic music hehehe!

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Cheers Kafzito man, hope it's accurate enough for the newer lads! Couldn't decide on what music to put so just went with something copyright free by Georg Friedrich Händel :P

  • @21Standerds
    @21Standerds Před 2 lety

    Great video

  • @FastNFearless
    @FastNFearless Před 5 lety +12

    With a voice like yours and the background music you get a job doing Sunday mass lol then u be on the big bucks 💸💸 when I started new bike was 2,500 pound 96 Honda ns1 80cc insurance 300 pound can't remember the price of tax because I never had it.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      Haha, don't know if that's a compliment or not! Jesus you started a while back! Sure tax? What's that? ;)

    • @FastNFearless
      @FastNFearless Před 5 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides of course it's a complement this video is great and better with the voice over you can explain the numbers much better this way. Yep first bike when I was around 17 I think and I am using them 24/7 ever since.

  • @dxbl6657
    @dxbl6657 Před 5 lety +1

    Thx love ur vids

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety

      No problem Golden Ninja, hope it helps and thanks for the kind words!

  • @photobiker4309
    @photobiker4309 Před 5 lety +1

    Pricing is always different for many things. Theory test can be avoided (for certain groups, and there are some specifics as to when you sat a theory test). But, in general, theory test, learner permit, IBT - they are fairly set prices. I think the average IBT is about 500. That's what I paid for mine, but you can get deals (two people learning together) and get it for 400.
    Helmet, gear, bike, insurance all vary greatly, and can range from minimal to massive. It all depends on how much you have, what you want, how much you have to spend, etc. And then, some people have winter gear and summer gear. Not that either is more or less expensive, just different ventilation and rain proofing. :-)
    Good video all the same, and I can say that my initial costs were more expensive, because I had the money, bought a new bike, and started much later in life. :-) All depends on the person.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety

      Didn't realise that the theory test can be avoided, in what sort of cases is that allowed? The IBT is around 400-600 alright although I've heard some lads charging more but if that's the case they should be shot.
      Most of the figures are subjective alright but I'm happy enough and confident enough that it's a decent ball park figure that can help a few lads out. New bikes are always saucy to insure, I know that now with the MT-07. Hoping it'll come down when I get to renew in June! :) You heading to the RDS at any stage for the show this weekend?

  • @aspectosaither9953
    @aspectosaither9953 Před 2 lety

    Good tutorial

  • @rebelcountyrider3286
    @rebelcountyrider3286 Před 5 lety +8

    It's worth mentioning as well that the age of the bike can have an impact on the insurance cost. My insurer was about 400 to 500 cheaper for a bike that was over 10 years old because it fit into the "classic" class. Definitely go for an older second hand bike rather than a brand new one when you start out. Also, If you're buying a bike from a dealer who sells gear, see if they'll give you a discount if you buy everything from them. No harm in asking!
    Great video 👍

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      Good shout Rebel County Rider! My Super Four started at €880, went down to €610 and then the next year a lad at Carole Nash said it was a "classic" class too so it went down to €290! Insurance is gone back up to €920 now on the MT-07 but I bought it brand new in June. Discounts from a dealer are also not unheard of, another good point for people lurking in the comment section!

  • @bagggg445
    @bagggg445 Před 2 lety

    really good video

  • @PaddyOutback
    @PaddyOutback Před 5 lety +1

    00:25 LYF HAX!
    I learned to ride in the Northern Territory. Converted to Euro, it cost me about 3 Grand all up.

  • @pedroRodriguesMD
    @pedroRodriguesMD Před 10 měsíci

    For the day to day, in Dublin, is it doable, to commute by bike? Or the rain is too violent? Cheers! ( Ill be working there a few months).

  • @JayShermanFJC
    @JayShermanFJC Před 5 lety +1

    That is a lot of hoops to jump through. I paid $20 for the MSF BRC (Basic Rider course) in Illinois. Each state is different, take it at a HD dealership and you can pay $350+ but they will put that towards a purchase of a bike. After the BRC it was $4 to have the "M" put on my license. Helmet $150 (DOT and SNELL approved), Jackets 150, 130, and 190 (two mesh and 1 zip hoodie with kevlar) , riding jeans $180ish, Icon boots $200, cold weather gloves and summer gloves total $100, insurance was $28/month, and bike $6000 for new Versys. The Versys went down on gravel and was totaled and the insurance company sent me a check for $5700. Replacement bike, 2005 Rocket 3, $4750. Not cheap anywhere you go. There are people here in the states whose ego's only allow them to buy big HD's as first bikes so they could be spending $10k-$30k depending on how new they want it.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      That's quite the history Jay! I think the initial start up cost can be estimated but the amount you spend after you've got the bike never stops adding up! New gear, new mods, crash repairs, fuel, replacement parts, services, the list goes on and on. There's a lot of big ego lads here too that want to have the biggest, fastest bike and the irony is 99% of these people are terrible riders...

  • @CiaranCooney
    @CiaranCooney Před 4 lety +3

    One correction here in this otherwise very informative video. You don't need to wait 6 months from the date you complete your IBT in order to book your full test. You need to wait 6 months from the date your provisional licence is issued.
    Otherwise, on the ball man.

  • @FouriousBear
    @FouriousBear Před 5 lety +1

    thanks pal

  • @kazawhaki60
    @kazawhaki60 Před 5 lety +4

    Think you forgot to mention the penalty points and speeding tickets 🤣🤣🤣 fair play for sitting down and sifting through all that to come up with concrete figures for new folks starting out.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      Haha only can get them if they catch you ;) That should be another video :P Thanks man, the voiceover video is a bit weird, took a few takes but wanted to make sure it was accurate enough for the newer lads! :)

    • @kazawhaki60
      @kazawhaki60 Před 5 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides yea I was the same when I did the vlog setup video. Completely unnatural. I ended up sounding like a auld junior cert physics teacher with a hangover.

    • @Arltratlo
      @Arltratlo Před 5 lety

      driving 12 years now, in many diffrent countries in Europe and on the other side of the planet, and never got a ticket on a motorbike....

  • @irish-thinker4429
    @irish-thinker4429 Před 2 lety

    2500 will get a lovely bike
    I bought a 06 gsr 600 around that price ,did the ibt on it and put 3000km on it so far ,only put a back tyre on it

  • @AliceWIrlandii
    @AliceWIrlandii Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks

  • @OldManTony
    @OldManTony Před 5 lety +2

    I’m glad I’m not starting out again. I pay less than £200 a year for my insurance in the U.K. and if I remember rightly my insurance for a 125 about 40 years ago was about £15 for a year!

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety

      Woah, that's amazing! It's the way insurance should be. There's actually a few of my friends that are insured by companies in the U.K., they're much more reasonable. £15 for a year is just too good to refuse haha!

    • @OldManTony
      @OldManTony Před 5 lety +1

      Lucky Luke Rides I pay about £15 a month now, still cheap but I’m an old git!

  • @briancollins1149
    @briancollins1149 Před 4 lety +1

    Brilliant video. Just what I was looking for. One question: About how much time does it take for all that paperwork and licensing to get you on the road (learner)? And how much time does the learner's course take?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Hi Brian, glad you found the video helpful!
      As for time, it's a couple of weeks maybe 3-4 weeks before you get on the road. That's between passing your theory test and actually applying for a learner permit through the NDLS.
      The I.B.T. then varies from instructor to instructor. Most will try do 3 days of a couple hours riding. I did mine across 3 days. First was a class room type situation about rules of the road and about bikes, the parts and general info.
      Next couple of hours was just walking with the bike, taking it off the stand then getting on the bike and doing some slow car park drills.
      My next day was actually on the road and the instructor was talking to me via a helmet communication system. He would lead and I would follow and then I would lead and he would follow then stop for some feedback etc.
      The last day then was just more road riding, junctions, roundabouts, emergency braking, overtaking etc. They're a very well laid out course to be fair. Depending on where your based you should look up the best instructor in your area or ask local bikers who they did theirs with!
      Sorry for the essay! Hope it answers any questions! :)

    • @brian.collins
      @brian.collins Před 4 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides You 're very good to reply so expansively. Exactly what I needed to know. Thank you so much.

    • @CharlesHeidemann
      @CharlesHeidemann Před 3 lety

      ​@@LuckyLukeRides Nice video very helpful. I'm assuming that you did your I.B.T. here in Cork. Could you recommend someone for full license A ?

  • @torzx9091
    @torzx9091 Před 2 lety

    its help,thx

  • @hexa38
    @hexa38 Před 3 lety

    80 euro for the license that is around 7000 INR, in India people pay 7000 down payment for a 150cc motorcycle.

  • @armenbarsegian4020
    @armenbarsegian4020 Před 3 lety

    Hello,can I do one question, I want bring my moto from greece,one harley 883 2004,I find only the vrt cost and probably the insurance ,anyone knows what else I need to take irish numbers plate so be legal?

  • @pinch-of-salt
    @pinch-of-salt Před 5 lety +2

    Damn bro this was really helpful! How much does it cost to run a well maintained 600cc bike (service and fuel)? Not too sure if you know anything but I can't really wear a helmet on top of my turban so... Do they allow no helmets for Sikhs? Cheers mate!

    • @pinch-of-salt
      @pinch-of-salt Před 5 lety +1

      Alright so I just saw it online I can ride without a helmet while wearing my turban.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Hey man, servicing/fuel all depends on what bike you're getting & how you ride it! If you're only going around a city or town you won't be spending much on fuel but if you're going out for spins on country roads you'll be using more. Services can be cheaper if you do them yourself. The basic things are just an oil and filter change, cleaning/lubricating your chain and also just checking your fluid levels like brakes and radiator fluid.
      As for helmets for Sikhs, I wouldn't know man. However here in Ireland you are required by law to wear a helmet while on a motorbike, without one you'll be stopped and possibly fined/have your bike taken off you. Hope this helps! 👍

    • @pinch-of-salt
      @pinch-of-salt Před 5 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides thanks for the helpful response bro! I'm a student right now trying to save up, hope to ride with you someday! I am subbed!🙏

  • @donlive2758
    @donlive2758 Před rokem

    Thinking of a getting back on a bike after 20 yrs..but the bike I want costs 7700 plus buying all the gear Helmut ibt .. the lot... What advise have you for me.. bike is a 350cc scooter .

  • @vivekanandareddychundi5230

    Hi, nice video!!
    Quick question: I hv DL at my home country, Inorder to ride vehicle in Ireland, Is it must to go through IBT process ?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety

      Hey man! What's your home country? Some countries can have their licences exchanged for Irish ones & others will need to go through the IBT process!

  • @christopherking5607
    @christopherking5607 Před 4 lety +4

    I’m 14 and I can’t feckin wait to get my a1 license & I’m already trynna save money for it😂😅😂

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Haha best of luck with the saving man! It'll be well worth it when the time comes!

  • @michaelcahill13
    @michaelcahill13 Před 5 lety +1

    Some nice black Yamaha's there, 😎

  • @dirli7192
    @dirli7192 Před rokem

    hi, I will move to ireland soon, and I have international driving license, can I use it in Ireland?

  • @jjostjjost
    @jjostjjost Před 2 lety

    As a owner of car driving license, still have to do exams or straight to driving lessons?

  • @ryand1952
    @ryand1952 Před 5 lety +2

    pretty much exactly what i spent on mine. but still worked out cheaper than getting my car on the road for the first year

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety

      Haha that's gas! Bikes will work out cheaper 99.9% of the time!

  • @daveharrington7743
    @daveharrington7743 Před 4 lety +2

    Touched 165kph on the motorway!

  • @roosky9260
    @roosky9260 Před 5 lety +1

    That’s a good estimate, but what was up with the back ground music 😂 please bin that cd 😎

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Cheers Roosky! As for the background music I tried picking something that wouldn't get me in trouble. Settled on Georg Friedrich Händel... Don't have a CD, all off CZcams haha ;)

  • @cormacreilly1901
    @cormacreilly1901 Před 3 lety

    Does anyone have an estimate of how much insurance would cost as a 16 year old with a 125cc bike?

  • @balleriananngie
    @balleriananngie Před 3 lety

    What fo you need to do if you have a gull driving licence but want to get a motorcycle license

  • @cw6237
    @cw6237 Před 3 lety

    You’re driving in Cashel, Co. Tipperary aren’t you?

  • @naveensazor
    @naveensazor Před 4 lety +1

    Hi, Just wondering what is your experience driving during winter and with heavy winds. I travel a lot and moving from a car to a motorbike is difficult decision weather-wise. Is travel possible if you go slow and are really careful or you recommend not driving at all due to black ice?? Thanks in advance!!

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +2

      Hey man, Winter can be quite nerve wrecking. Especially early mornings with ice.
      If you HAVE to ride in winter, you just need to be really really REALLY slow & careful. I would try avoid it if possible.
      Wind isn't the worst issue unless it's very windy and you're literally getting blown all over the road.
      Riding in the wind I can get over, but riding in the ice is just asking for trouble to be honest man.

    • @Lar308
      @Lar308 Před rokem

      Once you stay on the main roads that have been ice treated you should be fine but avoid country lanes as these usually are covered in ice. Wind can be an issue on lighter bikes and scooters especially if they have screens but on heavier bikes not such a problem.

  • @davidnjoku1680
    @davidnjoku1680 Před 3 lety +2

    Do you think having just a bike for transport can be inconvenient? I'm thinking of getting a whip but if I get a bike I cant get a car for awhile (and vise versa). What kind of problems do you encounter with a bike? Weather, parking, etc..

    • @Lar308
      @Lar308 Před rokem +1

      Depends where your living and what sort of weather it has. I tried living with a bike only for a year (a 1990 Honda 100 2 stroke bought new) By the end of it I was worn out and weary because of the Irish weather so was very glad to get back into a car after the year was up.

  • @viktorsilva4017
    @viktorsilva4017 Před měsícem +1

    How does insurance work in Ireland ? In Brazil we pay monthly, my brother lives in Italy and he said he pays anually. How does it work in Ireland ?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před měsícem +1

      Hey Viktor!
      Most insurance companies will give you an option so you can either pay monthly or annually.
      I do know that if you pay annually it usually works out a small bit cheaper but again, you can work out the price when you get a quote!

  • @BigBoom92
    @BigBoom92 Před 3 lety +1

    You could easily get on the road for much less. 1st year buy a 50cc scooter, you could easily pick up a good one for 1k. Cheaper insurance, tax and fuel cost. Easy to repair and service yourself. As regarding safety always buy boots, trousers, jacket and a helmet. As long as they have the CE mark they will be fine for normal driving conditions. It would be well achievable with 3k. The most expensive part is getting to a full licence.

    • @fintonmainz7845
      @fintonmainz7845 Před 3 lety

      How much is insurance on a moped?

    • @BigBoom92
      @BigBoom92 Před 3 lety

      @@fintonmainz7845 not sure. I am on my first year and driving a 125 cbr and it is 595 per year so it would be similar to that depending on the cc of course.

  • @MichaelByrne-sh3dg
    @MichaelByrne-sh3dg Před 2 lety

    In comparison to a 17 year olds car insurance for a yaris in kildare is about 4700 so ye

  • @TheGorillaBiker
    @TheGorillaBiker Před 4 lety +1

    Anyone charging more than that should be shot anyway :D Very true...very very true. Pretty bang on with the pricing too.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Yeah, seen some IBT lads up in dublin charging stupid money! Was proud of this one, thought all the figures would make no sense but most people find it helpful 😅

    • @TheGorillaBiker
      @TheGorillaBiker Před 4 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides nah lad it stood out too when I was scoping through your vids! Dublin is full of mentalists around money in general. Mad house. I'll definitely share it to lads asking me!

  • @suebiwarrior7627
    @suebiwarrior7627 Před 4 lety +3

    Prices are mad. I'm moving to Dublin to be with my family next year ( I'm from the states) and it just seems so different from how we ride here. Gotta sell my 1980 hondamatic 400 for a 125 with an a1 permit. Its just the prices are mad. €3000 for a brand new ninja 125 if I'm lucky.
    Edit: I have recently found out my riding gear is not legal in Dublin. In the states we could wear a German style half helmet and a leather vest and call it a day lol.

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +2

      Prices are indeed mad over here man. You'll learn that about Ireland very quickly. Insurance is a scam and a legal requirement.
      Also, you'll probably have to go through our whole licence system as the U.S. licence can not be swapped directly for an Irish one. That in itself is costly, I've got a video about it on my channel from a while back.
      The reason 125cc's and lower cc bikes are so expensive is because so many younger riders are limited to what they can ride so people can get away with charging crazy money for 'A1' or 'A2' legal bikes.
      As for you gear I wouldn't worry about that at all man. I've seen hundreds of people with the open face helmets with sunglasses or bandanas etc. I'm pretty sure you'll get away with wearing it. As for your leather vest, that is fine. The only thing that is an actual legal requirement is a helmet so as long as you're wearing that it doesn't matter what actual clothes you have on.

    • @suebiwarrior7627
      @suebiwarrior7627 Před 4 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides lovely lol more scams but that's life. Well tanks for the heads up, cheers.

  • @DavidNewmanDr
    @DavidNewmanDr Před rokem

    In only spent €22 on fuel during a 3 week tour of Ireland on my Zero DSR.

  • @Tec2Nut
    @Tec2Nut Před rokem

    Any good forums for tip,s

  • @martintierney5314
    @martintierney5314 Před 3 lety +1

    Just wondering after you have got a full licence do you have to wear a Novice high vis

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 3 lety

      Hey man, if you have passed your car test and have had the car licence for more than 2 years then you don't have to wear a N vest for the bike. If you just pass your bike test and dont have any other licence then you'll have to wear a N vest!

  • @blizzy886
    @blizzy886 Před 3 lety

    Can I get a liscense at 16 to ride a bike ?

  • @garygoldrick4867
    @garygoldrick4867 Před 4 lety +1

    Does the car liscense include an a1 bike category and what gear is definitely necessary besides the helmet

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Nah pal, the car & bike licences are completely different now.
      As I said, a helmet is the only legal requirement but to be honest, everything is a necessity. If you come off the bike with no gear it's no fun. Apparently as soon as your skin makes contact with the road it's an instant 2nd degree burn and it gets worse from there as you slide etc. Gloves are vital as your normal reaction when falling is to stop yourself with your hands. A jacket and pants are essential as if you come off and are sliding for a while you'll want something that'll hold up. Boots are very important for the same reasons as above. Don't get me wrong, some times if I'm popping to the shop I'll throw on regular jeans but I'll always wear my gloves, boots, jacket and helmet.

    • @garygoldrick4867
      @garygoldrick4867 Před 4 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides cheers for the help lad

  • @olliemacker5136
    @olliemacker5136 Před 2 lety

    are 300cc bikes legal in ireland. i’m really really new into bikes and have my eye on a ninja 300 as a first bike but not sure

    • @l3dukas869
      @l3dukas869 Před 2 lety

      Depends on what category, for a 300cc you need an A2 at minimum.

  • @katsugi183
    @katsugi183 Před 5 lety +1

    Interesting 🤔

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Thanks Keith! We've got a lot to go through to get a motorbike licence here in Ireland but it's so worth it! :)

  • @waterfordMARTIN
    @waterfordMARTIN Před 4 lety +1

    Hi. As I cant see any quick quote on insurance online how much might cost me insurance roughly?
    39yo , yama xj6n 2012, full bike licence for 20years but never riding in ireland and no history of riding. Just want to start and wondering what will be the damage 🥴.. any suggestions lads? Thanks in advance

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      I think Liberty are the only crowd to do online quotes.
      No idea really what you could end up paying. I'm assuming with your age and the experience that it shouldn't be too bad but you'd never know with the insurance crowds. Most 1st quotes I've heard are between €500 - 1000.

    • @waterfordMARTIN
      @waterfordMARTIN Před 4 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides checked liberty online..cheapest third party only 552euros and 740 for tpft..carole nash might be cheaper I guess

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      @@waterfordMARTIN Yeah, first quotes are always steep. My first quote on my 1995 Honda Super Four was €889 for 3rd party. It came down to €330 then the following year!

  • @irish-thinker4429
    @irish-thinker4429 Před 2 lety

    Where ya based lad ?

  • @crypticdan2795
    @crypticdan2795 Před 5 lety +1

    Let's goooooooooo

  • @harrybuttimer
    @harrybuttimer Před 4 lety

    I'm 16 in april looking to but a lexmoto zxr 125. Its 1,800 on finance and I'm looking forward saving now ! Thanks for making this information citizens information.ie is the worst website ever.

  • @user-su5un5ef4n
    @user-su5un5ef4n Před rokem

    how much speed --- we can drive

  • @stephentbn2619
    @stephentbn2619 Před 3 lety

    Lad are you from cashel

  • @juliakozak3989
    @juliakozak3989 Před 3 lety

    Do I need to apply for a licence if I have a driving licence and would like to drive a scooter up to 50cc?

    • @fintonmainz7845
      @fintonmainz7845 Před 3 lety

      It depends on when you passed your car driving test. I think the cutoff date is about 2001. Before that date your lisence covers mopeds.
      Check if your lisence has Am.
      Otherwise it's a bit more complicated.

  • @stantonhigham4690
    @stantonhigham4690 Před 5 lety +1

    If you have a bike license from the states and you plan on moving to Ireland, does that transfer over or would I have to retest?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      That's a good question, I'm not 100% sure man but I'll email someone today and try get an answer for you during the week 👍

    • @stantonhigham4690
      @stantonhigham4690 Před 5 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides Thank you much man! keep up the vids! love to see more!

  • @Magnus44711URI
    @Magnus44711URI Před 5 lety +3

    I'm still in the dark with the minimum 6 months time period - does that apply from when you get your first learner permit, or when you complete the IBT?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      It's 6 months from the date on the back of your first learner permit 👍

    • @Magnus44711URI
      @Magnus44711URI Před 5 lety +1

      @@LuckyLukeRides Udaman Luke

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety

      @@Magnus44711URI Haha, no hassle pal!

    • @roosky9260
      @roosky9260 Před 5 lety +1

      Magnus4471URI yep it’s 6 month from you get your learner permit, that is the very same question I asked my ibt instructor today 👍🏻

    • @Magnus44711URI
      @Magnus44711URI Před 5 lety +2

      Thanks fellas

  • @bloodhoug82
    @bloodhoug82 Před 2 lety

    880€ for insurance? holy shit!

  • @zeyer73
    @zeyer73 Před 5 lety +9

    Thanks to Credit Union, I have my bike!!! Hahaha

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      Haha, they got me my car ;)

    • @istra70
      @istra70 Před 3 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides Credit union has a last laugh .....

  • @vincentloughnane83
    @vincentloughnane83 Před 5 lety +1

    Can u ride on the learner permit before u have ibt training completed?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +2

      No lad, you've to complete the I.B.T. before you ride on the road as a learner. When you finish the I.B.T. you get a cert called a "certificate of satisfactory completion" which allows you to ride around as a learner.

  • @MONO-MOTO
    @MONO-MOTO Před 4 lety +1

    Ok i have a question i am 18 and want to get my bike licence i was looking at a 1988 cbr 250 . Would that classify under vintage insurance and would i get insured on it?

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety

      As I said man, I've no idea what people can get insured on. They seem to just make it up as they go along so your best bet is to just ring around and tell them you're looking at getting the bike and see what kind of quotes they'll give you. I'm not 100% sure either on how old a vehicle has to be to be declared vintage.

    • @MONO-MOTO
      @MONO-MOTO Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks for getting back so quickly . I will do

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety

      @@MONO-MOTO No problem at all man! Insurance is a tricky one here in Ireland alright. I know Liberty do an online quote system so you could also try that instead of ringing!

  • @louis-ferdinandceline8889

    The IBT stuff is honestly shocking to me. I don't know how there wasn't uproar over it when it was brought in, as it's simply another ridiculous cost just to get on the road. If the state were so worried about road fatalities it should be heavily subsidized. No similar standard exists for cars, so it all but nudges people into driving a car instead as it will cost you far less in the long run.

  • @typhoontim125
    @typhoontim125 Před 10 měsíci

    Good videos, very helpful. However...the speed limit in Ireland is 120 km/h....so....doing 160+ @6:06 ain't clever! Even less so in lashing rain. Setting a particularly bad example to new/younger riders who clearly will watch your videos and be influenced by them.

  • @alancostello9233
    @alancostello9233 Před 5 lety +5

    im currently 16, driving a 125 vl intruder and im all in around 3000

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 5 lety +1

      At 16 that's very good man! Fair play! All the experience will add up for you in time & the no claims bonus' will too fingers crossed! ;)

    • @alancostello9233
      @alancostello9233 Před 5 lety +2

      yeah hopefully when i am 18 it will be cheap enough for a bigger bike@@LuckyLukeRides

    • @driftmaniac3487
      @driftmaniac3487 Před 5 lety

      @@alancostello9233 I know a friend who rides a 125 intruder (16) :)

    • @stephentbn2619
      @stephentbn2619 Před 3 lety

      Well im just 16 there and want to get a bike to drive to work and to friends did it take long for you to get it

  • @malnogar2015
    @malnogar2015 Před 4 lety +1

    Mate where do you insure the bike? My insurer does not do bikes

    • @LuckyLukeRides
      @LuckyLukeRides  Před 4 lety +1

      Liberty Insurance is who I use.
      There's also Carole Nash, AXA, Principal Insurance.

    • @malnogar2015
      @malnogar2015 Před 4 lety

      @@LuckyLukeRides thank you!

  • @C0d0ps
    @C0d0ps Před 2 lety +1

    Commenting for CZcams Algorithm2

  • @Vinnie_LV
    @Vinnie_LV Před 2 lety +1

    1:24 Shooting someone for charging more than 600 Eur for IBT sounds good... Where do I apply? :D

  • @freshmesh1490
    @freshmesh1490 Před 3 lety

    Sound