Should I panic?

[smeghead]

Just popped the reg number of my new Silverwing into an insurance comparison site and it shows as a Honda Hornet. Should I panic or is it just a cock up?

[Funkycowie]

I would query it with your insurer just in case because you might not be insured to ride...

[Dave Weller]

Panic

[gn2]

No need to panic.
Just a cock-up with the entry to the insurance database.
Just enter make and model manually and you'll be fine.
This happened to a few PCX owners, it came up as an S-wing.

[smeghead]

Thanks GN2 I'll call the dealer shortly ans just query it.

[gn2]

Thanks GN2 I'll call the dealer shortly ans just query it.

Don't do that unless you have half an hour or more to kill
Go back on the site and select your make/model manually first, see what happens.

[smeghead]

I've spoken to the dealer. As it is a franchised Honda dealer they were very efficient, the guy checked the plate on the bike and then emailed me the HPI check. It all looks OK so I must assume the insurers have keyed in the wrong details.

[MrGrumpy]

It does happen...my Tmax was coming up as a Virago 535 on one insurer's system! Just make sure all the docs say its what it is.

[Normsthename]

A couple of years ago I owned a small Microcar.
That used to show up as a 125cc Scooter

Andy

[StephenC]

You can check any vehicle's basic details on the http://www.gov.uk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; website. Go to the site and search for vehicle check. Enter the reg number and the manufacturer and it will bring up the info.