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fzs600 34000 miles. when decelarating or reducing running speed I encountr a vibration through the whole of the bike . I only got back on bikes this year after a period of about 10 years so I have a lot of catching up to do and would be very greatfull for or any advice at all. Many Thanks

..having just blown all my cash on an '03 Dragstar 125 i'm now broke, although did manage to pass my CBT with a somewhat spotless pass-mark. So here's the issue... ride on L-plates without a pillion or go for the full test, which will require £600 for out-of-hours / weekend lessons. However, having been a motocrosser since the age of 9, and a car driver since 17 (now 42) I do feel I could take a crack at the test without investing over half a grand in lessons (especially as my CBT report was 'a natural, just don't appear too confident in your test' which I take to be a good pass-mark). So my question to you is: do examiners take a dim view of upstarts who seek to depri…

Ive picked me up another bike to run about on til i get my fz sorted, its only a zxr250 i collect it tomorro, its having a bit of starter bother, it wont start off the button cold apparently but will bump start, on the other hand itl fire up off the button when warm the fella says, anyone any ideas why before i go through to collect it, out i should look for?? Phil

Me and Lee watched this the other night - absolutely BRILLIANT. Its very much like a spaghetti western but with bikers. The music and the scenery give it that old Clint Eastwood gringo movie feel. Stars Larry Bishop, Michael Madsen, Dennis Hopper, Eric Balfour, David Carradine & Vinnie Jones Im not sure when its released over here in the cinemas but hopefully it will be soon - this movie DESERVES a good screening! I found this GREAT review on the net about it and it sums up just what i thought - only better: God Bless Quentin Tarantino for commissioning Lary Bishop to make this movie. God bless the Weinsteins for coming up the with the (small) budget…

Hello to all fellow yam riders i have 2 yams a 1987 FZR1000 Genesis one of the first in the country and a 1987 fj1200. Bad knees to many offs mean the FZR is to uncomfortable for long rides hence the FJ getting old is a wonderful thing not.

Has anyone ever brought one of these off Ebay? Thinking of getting a rep kit for my 01 R6! But seeing as it has to come from Hong Kong i dont want to pay all the money for a pile of crap! Any advise would be helpful

Some info to clear up any confusion about the new motorcycle test: The new practical motorcycle test will be introduced from 29 September with the aim of improving the standard of road safety for motorcycle and moped riders. Motorcyclists face greater risks than most other groups of road users; this is particularly the case for young and inexperienced riders. The fee for the standard weekday new practical test will be £80.00. Bookings made by trainer bookers will be taken from Monday 4 August. The new test event will contain two elements. The higher speed exercises and other exercises will be tested on safe off-road sites and take about 10 minutes to complet…

I have looked a round now for some time for the best tyres for my yamaha r6 i am in to geting my knee down and max speed the lad say go for the * dunlop qualifier or the * dunlop qualifier rr this is what all of the lad i ride with have on there bikes and all ways go on a bout them and how good thay are and not to get any thing else ( but ) there are load of other tyres makes and the lad have never tryed them so i would like to know what is really the best tyre to buy thank richard

lol whats a power commander?

hey guys. me and my friend are planning a trip to nurburgring this september. but theres stil a few thigns we need to clear up. firstly, what are the regulations on protective clothing? can u wear anythign as long as it has protective armour in? i ask because were ridding the whole way and wed rather wear our textile two piece zip together stuff that all in one leathers in case it rains. second part is do they have anywhere to lock up gear. were hoping to camp so we would need lockers to put our gear in when were on the ring. either that or we stay at a b & b. thirdly, how strict are the tests before you go onto the ring? is it just a sound check or is it more seve…

I don't know whether it's considered appropriate to post here but I just wanted to add my condolences to the Jones family following Craig's death this morning, as a result of his horrific accident at Brands Hatch yesterday. He was such a promising WSB prospect but we have lost yet another bright, shining talent. Rest in peace, Craig.

Hi just wanted to say hi to all but do has a question HELP!!!! having trouble trying to locate a front end for a SR125 1983 any ideas would be gratefully accepted lol or does anyone know if there is an alternative front ent that would fit ??? the bike was brought as a project for £50 all has gone well till changing the fork seals took outer cover off only to find that underneath lol and behold both forks have cracks not good. as this is now all that is required to finish its become a pain in the backside.

Has finally arrived home with us. He is 11 stone of pure muscly French Mastiff, and he's only 2 and still growing. Here is is with my OH Now lets see some scrote come TRY and nick any of our bikes............

i joined this site yesterday , it seems new & hardley any active member's on it . i joined this site today & glad i did , check out link below if you like .. - http://www.yamahabike.net

hi all, has anyone got an arrow exhaust system for their xt125x? i wasw want to know some general stuff about it? much noisier....performance difference? tks a mill jamie

Such is the Police's focus on Bikers, they've developed thier technology to be able to catch us! Check this on the BBC Website Bikers are all speed demons

A Wiltshire biker has just been banged up for 15 months for doing 130 on A-Roads ! Check it out - BBC News - 130MPH Biker

Hello all, Just was interested in advise really, Im 31, been driving for 14 years, and have decided its about time I got my arse into gear and get my CBT out the way then maybe full bike license in a 6months. I love the open air, and im thinking Biking could possibly pull me away abit from my passion in cars. Now ive taken a big interest in the Yamaha YBR 125, and mainly id like to use it for pottering about, getting into town etc, but also will do a few journeys on nice days on the country lane twisties. For anyone that owns one of these or maybe 125 in general, how does a 125 fair up as an all round Bike? I know its not fast at all, but im more at the moment…

So I got a new engine to fix up and I need help ID-ing it. The only badges are Yamaha and YICS Can anyone help me out in identifying this and help with links to parts and/or manuals? Thank you

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