Mike take some waterproof trousers even if its dry. If wearing motor cycle gear take the armour out of the trousers if you want to be able to move in the seat. Don't wear heavy foot wear, there is not much room in the foot well. Take ear plugs or muffs.

The delay may be due to the DVLC removing local registration offices. I had to insure mine from 1st October even though I could not collect till 10th to allow time for registration documents to reach dealer & allow them to make plates.

Tim