Words Fail me that some of you out there are telling this young man to go ahead and break the law. More importantly he's going to risk his own and other peoples lives en-route! I can only assume from this that those of you who think he should ignore the law like this have a criminal record / Poor Driving History themselves...
The UK Police now have powers to sieze vehicles which are being used without insurance or licence. Not only will he lose his bike but he will also get at least 8 points on his licence and a huge fine of about £700.
Your documents WILL BE INSPECTED when you arrive in EACH European country as the bike will need importing or a carnet. Do you really think you can "pull the wool over their ears" by telling them you have forgotten your docs? Get real...  Police forces throughout Europe are all linked closely these days. Your driving record AND Insurance Company Record can be checked in a few minutes using a PC link to DVLA.
I don't doubt you stand a chance of getting away with it until you reach Europe though...
Just go and pass your bike test like the rest of us or do it on a 125cc. I know someone who did that trip on a Honda C90! Others do it on 125 Trail Bikes which are fun little things...
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Triumph Bonneville 800 (2004), Yamaha XT600E (1999), Honda XBR500 (1986).
Last edited by kentfallen; 12 Sep 2008 at 17:03.
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