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For discussion of motorcycle issues relevant to the UK
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Apparently my SOBMW isn't just any old SOBMW...
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It's a Met-spec bike. I got the R80RT MOTed on Saturday somewhere it hadn't been MOTed before [1]. The tester really seemed to know his stuff, which is a pleasant change, and talked knowledgeably about the Harley[1], the Zed[1] and the Beemer. Seems he worked for BMW in the late 80's, when they supplied the Met... more »
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Helmet fun (I blame Lozzo)
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As is typical, cleaning the visor on my Quantum e just before I jumped on the bike this evening, I managed to snap the side-plate-pod-thing off breaking 2 lugs off. The visor will stay in place when shut or half open, but comes detached on that side when fully open (which seems to happen a lot as I often open the visor in low light or traffic).... more »
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Transalp or TDM?
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I've been looking at a new sit up and beg style of bike. Of the Versys, Vstrom650, GS650(800!) and Transalp: it is the Transalp that is currently most appealing. But it's about 25-30kg heavier than my current KLE500 (both wet weights). Casting my net further I read that the TDM is some 10kg lighter than the... more »
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My bike is heavier
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by the mass of just under one nail, since I've ground off the end that was sticking out. Anyone got any recommendations for tire fixy people in the Manchester area? If it's save-able I'd be a happy girl, there's lots of tread on it.
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Riding Schools in Manchester?
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A mate of mine is thinking about doing his bike license so I'd like to know on his behalf if anyone has a recommendation for a riding school in/near central Manchester. He's in his early 30s and has had no experience with motorcycles so far. I realise that most of you have had your licenses for decades but if anyone has any good recent experience with a school or any... more »
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OT:Ah ze bay-urd-ee-fool weemeen!
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[link] "The pretty women of Paris are the subject of a new guide book but it has some feminists up in arms." Question: Is it a requirement that "feminist writers" have to be complete munters, or is it just a coincidence?
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Back in the Swing [RBR]
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Got eight today - clockwise loop of East Anglia. Lots of shiny old bikes out, and cars. 370+ miles on the Blackbird hurts more than it does on the Wing. <goes for a soak in the bath> Details to follow.
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