Matt L asked:


I am 21, live in Bromley, Kent (Greater London), have a full drivers licence (with Pass Plus), have passed my CBT and am doing my DAC in the next couple of weeks. I’m looking to get a 500-600cc Honda (CBR preferably but insurance so I’m told is high so probs a Hornet).

Couple of questions…

What motorbike helmet do you reccomend? The two shopkeepers I’ve spoken too have said top of the range Shoei are the best for safety but £500 seems a lot of money to spend. I want to be safe and of course would be prepared to spend that money but I dont want to spend £500 on a helmet that is no better then a £200 one.

Could someone also shed some light on what I’d expect to pay for insurance. I understand there are many issues involved when it comes to insurance but I’m just looking for a rough estimate. Maybe someone who is / has been in the same position?

Thanks a lot in advance.