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  1. Started by Philip K Dick,

    Greetings chaps, Finally bought me a biggie - for me anyway. Got an xj6 at the weekend and had a marvellous time riding her home, it's some difference from my beloved dragstar 125 I can tell you. Anyone else out there much experience on the xj6? Wouldn't mind hearing a few fellows opinions on the bike, especially as I've just come out of hernia surgery and ain't likely to ride for two-three weeks...booo hooo eh!

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  2. Started by welshwan,

    I went to watch some races in the VAGUE area when i was a kid, and was trying to see if the place was still going. Haven't found that one yet, but i did find This place, but it's up for sale now. Any takers? (Perhaps a drunken foamy?) I have no connection with this place WHATSOEVER, but thought it was random and cool thing to find.

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  3. Started by mcferreira100,

    I`ve switched from Imageshack to Photobucket and finding just the link posts not the picture..so just want to run a test here. http://s1361.photobucket.com/user/mcferreira100/media/xt500_zps354a81df.jpg.html

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  4. Started by shaun_1990,

    hey all, sorry to all mods if this is in the wrong section. So I started playing darts when I was a young'un with my grandad & have not played for maybe 8-14 years now and after throwing a few nights in the local I'm wanting to start again. anyway after looking at darts & my grandad not being able to advice me on what to get as his memory is not all there, there is a HUGE choice I am curious if anyone can give me some assistance, I know tungsten are the ones to go for as you can group better but is there any difference between the brands such as harrow/unicorn or are there any form of rule for playing in league's that a player must not have a certain brand…

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  5. Hi Folks, Opie Oils have got their hands on a Go Pro Hero 3+ Motorsport Black Edition worth over £350 and are using it as there spring Competition. This competition will be running until the end of June. The Go Pro comes with a Wi-Fi Remote,Quick Release Buckles,Curved & Flat Adhesive Mounts and a 3-Way Pivot Arm To be in with a chance of winning the amazing prize, all you have to do is answer a simple question at the link below. The team at Opie Oils would like to wish you the best of luck. Cheers Oilman

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  6. Great news, Opie Oils have added GUNK to our ever growing list of top quality brands (now over 45, take a look HERE > > >). Below is the list of Gunk products stocked, take a look it’s great stuff! GUNK Engine Degreasant A powerful and effective cleaner that has been specially formulated for the removal of grime, grease and stains. Can be used on a wide range of applications including car engines, motorcycle engines, boat engines and garden machinery. Available as a brush on product in 500ml, 1 litre, 5 litre and 25 litre sizes, it is also available as a 500ml spray aerosol and 500ml foam aerosol. GUNK Ultra Engine Degreaser GUNK Ultra features the lates…

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  7. Hello Folks, To kick off April and hopefully the start of some sunny days and long nights, the team at Opie Oils has got an offer on selected Castrol Bike and workshop products. With the long nights now here, why not spend some time on the bike before the weekend rides and save money at the same time. You can save up to 20% off selected Castrol products such as; POWER1 RACING4T 10W-40, ACT-EVO 4T 10W-40, FORK OIL 10W, MULTIPURPOSE GREASE, VALVEMASTER PLUS,UNIVERSAL 75W-90 and many more. Use voucher code CASTROL at the checkout to receive the discount. As always, our expert advice is free. If you need help you can call us on 01209 202944 Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5.…

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  8. Started by welshwan,

    Just what the title asks really? They seem to a nice coverup for unsightly spokes, however my concern is that they will trap moisture and muck causing the spokes to rust more and quicker. Has anyone ever used them or have an opinion on the matter? This is what they look like: and this video shows how they are put on, also helps to see what they are and how they work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWrAz7OZhsQ Not too sure if i'm sold on them.

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  9. Started by DirtyDT,

    Is anyone in the UK using a legal CB radio?

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  10. Started by sixsicksex,

    It's quite a simple question people, how do I upload pics to this site? I'll just sit back and wait for the cries of dumbass and for things to be thrown at me....

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  11. Started by orwellianqueen,

    Hi all Just considering buying a new bike but i need to do a bit of homework as the bike was originally registered abroad. I know there is a list somewhere on the internet which will help identify the bikes origin (with the frame no etc) but does anyone know where I can find it? I've been looking everywhere for the d#*m thing! Cheers

  12. Started by headkent,

    folks i have the chance of buying a 2010 r1 with 100.000 miles on the bike,she has full yamaha service history from new and its all motorway miles on the continent and uk the bike appears mint and is owned by a cousin who is light on the throttle any help or feedback would be great thqanks

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  13. Started by dt502001,

    FFFFFFFFFSSSSS it snowing again ....will it ever stop this year? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkDvqQKGgDA&feature=player_embedded

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  14. Hey everybody, had abit of a nightmare today if I'm being honest & I'm hoping this is a really simple question before I go and break something or someone.... anyway here goes... hope everyone is sitting comfortably. Decided to try my hand at fitting my own bars today (renthal braced bars) on my xj6n, left hand side went on great! all be to the grip moves but that just needs some grip glue and jobs a good one, right hand side was going well until the point of i've drilled holes for the little plastic lug to sit in & then notice that the bars had dropped a little. The control did not line up well... so I shouted a little & then re-drilled RESULT! new bars ar…

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  15. Can anyone help on this many thanks Gerry Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

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  16. Started by Tommy xs,

    Off to Scotland tomorrow but! Went & filled up my bike today ready for my trip tomorrow and she started acting up, so managed to get home about 5 mins away and she cut out, after trying everything I could think it might be, I decided to check the oil. Not good oil really thin and about 2 litre's to much look's like petrol in the oil so can't risk it. I haven't got time to do anything with it so I am now having to go in my van. I'm Gutted was really looking forward to this trip

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  17. Started by Monster Energy DTR,

    I'm looking to buy a GoPro to mount onto my helmet once I get my 07 DT on the road, but I'm a bit thick when it comes to this camera. I've been looking online and they're all different prices, I've seen the Hero 3 and have decided to get it. What is the best model of the Hero 3 to buy, and what mounts do I need to connect it to my helmet? Rather not use adhesive stuff, don't want sticky sh*t on my new Arioh helmet, would a suction cup be strong enough? Sorry if I'm being a bit thick but this bit of equipment makes me all confuzzled. Thanks - Aaron

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  18. Started by Monster Energy DTR,

    I recently bought a bike and questioned the bloke about the plate, he reckons the plate is legal but says I can have the original if I want it. Anyway completely forgot the original plate and so now I'm wondering if it is legal or not, looks so much tidier than the standard size plate so if it's legal I'll be happy. Also, will being on L plates mean I can only have a full size number plate?

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  19. Started by Turbotez,

    Ok so if you saw my intro post you will know I'm brand new to this exciting world of bikes! I could do with some suggestions as to what to use to stop scum liberating my new bike! I'm guessing the previous person in my house was a biker as there is some sort of ground anchor in the garage floor so what I need is something for securing it at home in the garage and something for when I'm out and about and at work please. Go! ;-) Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk

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  20. Started by sniff6,

    GUNBUS 410 http://www.leonhardtweb.de/en/gunbus/design.htm Nice if you like cruisers, But might make for fun handling

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