Be it due to the safety concerns about inexperienced motorcycle riders, or just the willingness of authorities to impose more control, but many nations implement the laws to gradually guide the young toward more powerful motorbikes rather than allow unrestricted access to any machine right away. Instead of taking into account the engine’s displacement, power output, weight and age play the major role in the license category.
The popular A2 grade would allow you to operate a vehicle that makes up to 35 kW or 47 brake horsepower between the age of 19 and 20. In this episode we will cover the newest as well as the best models in the class that either come as A2-compliant straight from the factory or could be ordered with a limiter.
Some of the previously released #AutomotiveTerritory videos that are worthy of your attention:
Best of upcoming scooter models in 2020: [ Ссылка ]
The newest all-electric motorcycles you have to know about: :[ Ссылка ]
List of all models that were mentioned in this #ATmotorcycles episode:
Kawasaki Ninja 650: kawasaki.com/products/2020-Ninja-650-ABS?cm_re=MPP-_-PRODUCTTRIMLIST-_-VEHICLEDETAILS
In 2020, the Japanese Kawasaki decided to update their popular middleweight all-rounder. The sport bike gets an aggressive restyle that includes a new set of dual LED headlights, longer nose, sharper windshield, and a completely redesigned fuel tank. 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 still nets 68 horses and 48.5 lb-ft, while the A2 License compliancy is available on request.
Triumph Street Triple S: triumphmotorcycles.co.uk/motorcycles/roadsters/2018-street-triple/street-triple-s-a2-licence
For the 2020 model year, the British have upgraded their entire Triumph Street Triple S family, including the A2-license compliant version.
BMW F900R: bmw-motorrad.co.uk/en/models/roadster/f900r.html
The added capacity of 895cc make the BMW F900R a perfect investment for the riders who do not want to outgrow their two-wheeler once the A2 restrictions are lifted. The limiter to 37 kilowatt comes at no cost.
Kawasaki Ninja 400: kawasaki.co.uk/en/products/Supersport/2019/2019_Ninja_400/overview
This Kawasaki is an example of a true racing machine with sharp looks reminiscent of the H2 hyperbike, but at the same time it has easily manageable demeanor. The 400 was introduced in 2018 as a successor to the Ninja 300 and is powered by the 399cc twin-cylinder.
Honda Rebel: hondanews.eu/eu/en/motorcycles/media/pressreleases/195736/2020-honda-rebel
The Rebel is practically cut out for the riders who have dreamt of owning a cruiser since their childhood, but are not able to handle bulky machines from Harley or Indian and their step price tags. The latest upgrade for the model took place just this year.
Yamaha MT-07: yamaha-motor.eu/gb/en/products/motorcycles/hyper-naked/mt-07
There is a solid consensus within the automotive community that not a single Jedi would be able to resist the dark side of Japan if it is represented by the MT-07.
Honda CB500X: hondanews.eu/gb/en/motorcycles/media/pressreleases/186631/honda-cb500x-collects-top-honours-in-a2-bike-category-at-auto-trader-best-bike-awards-2019
This Honda CB500X middle weight adventure bike has received multiple awards through the years as the best A2 license in the segment, praised for the all-round ability as a short-range commuter and an agile off-roader.
BMW G310R: bmwmotorcycles.com/en/models/roadster/g310r.html
2020 BMW G310R is the entry level bike in BMW’s roadster range, that offers agile riding, easy handling, and good maneuverability. The model has variable seat height, adjustable rear suspension, LED rear light, and standard ABS.
KTM 390 Duke: ktm.com/en/naked/390-duke
Suitable for A2 holders, the 2020 KTM 390 Duke will continue to be enjoyable for riders as they gain experience and transfer to a full motorcycle license. It has on of the most powerful engines in the A2 class, netting 44 horsepower and 27 lb-ft of torque.
Yamaha YZF-R3: yamaha-motor.eu/gb/en/products/motorcycles/supersport/yzf-r3/techspecs/
Known as Yamaha YZF-R3 in the US or simply as the R3 in Europe, this entry level supersport bike has been on the market since 2015. Last year, it received its first major update, adding the aggressive MotoGP bodywork and offering improved ergonomics.
Harley Davidson Iron 883: harley-davidson.com/us/en/motorcycles/iron-883.html
I’m throwing this Harley Davidson Iron 883 in only as a reminder that the A2 license is actually not much of a restriction if you want a solid grown up bike that pulls at lower RPMs, makes lots of soothing noise and definitely looks the part.
