Go for it.
Hi Nicola, the advice given so far is all good. Cycling yes, but if you're set on a motorbike so be it. The used motorbike market in UK is excellent for seeking a bargain. No question you should buy over here. In a huge seeping generalisation, Japanese bikes are very reliable. In reality, starting knowing nothing about servicing isn't a huge hurdle.
Yep, definitely get some experience on a motorbike at once on private property. You might well love it. You'll discover if you take to the balance and co-ordination needed on the hand and foot controls. These are the same worldwide by the way. About a licence. I suspect an Aussie licence will be OK throughout Europe. To take one here in UK would take a fair few weeks and cost about £1,000 if I'm correct.
Everyone will have their own opinions about risk of travel without experience but I'd say that what you intend to do will bring you a massive sense of achievement.
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