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What insurance does a motorbike need?
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In short: Third-party minimum is legal. Comprehensive recommended because theft and damage rates are high.
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Licence type — CBT, A2, A — affects premium.
Named riders only — lending without cover is illegal.
Security and garaging reduce theft-rated quotes.
See motorbike insurance guide.
Primary source: abi.org.uk/motor
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