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  1. Started by texsx,

    hi lads any ideas where i would find out colour code for my 87 fzr1000 gen.

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  2. Started by DirtyDT,

    Got the new tyres fitted to the SV today as planned. The bike seems to go where I point it better but that is not surprising seeing how squared off the old ones were. Nice and smooth ride home of about 20 miles whilst I start to scrub them in, but feeling good. I ended up getting Avon SP2 Sport on the rear and Avon SP2 Supersport on the front. Fitted at MTS in Nottingham and although I had to wait a fair while because he was very busy (not a bad thing in itself) I was pleased with the service, free tea and general biker chat with the other guys getting their tyres done. Based on today I would recommend them. Lets see how long they last!

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  3. Started by reabo,

    ok, loads of us wear them but how do you stop yer shades getting scratched when you ain't wearing them. Have tried a soft bag, but the arms scratch the inside of the lenses, have now got a hard case but it's the size of a bleedin' suitcase in my pocket. There has to be an easier way.

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  4. I have the option to edit but not delete the whole post.

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  5. Hi folks, it amazes me how difficult it is some days to get past the stigma of a bad day for new riders. Today I got to listen to half a dozen stories of people getting injuried on a bike and that i should be wary or better yet not even try it. Ha, whats the point of living if your not going to chase your dreams and try to live to the fullest. my grandpa "borrowed" his first bike from a german officer during the war, road that thing till the end some 40ty years and im sure that there are many here that have gone years without incident and would never trade it up there time on the road to be closed in a moving box. i'd love to hear a few great bedtime stories …

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  6. Started by texasfisherdude,

    Dear.... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Noah, We could have sworn you said the ark wasn't leaving till 5. Sincerely, Unicorns Dear Icebergs, Sorry to hear about the global warming. Karma's a *****. Sincerely, The Titanic Dear Yahoo, I've never heard anyone say, "I don't know, let's Yahoo! it..." just saying... Sincerely, Google Dear 2010, So I hear the best rapper is white and the president is black? WTF happened?! Sincerely, 1985 Dear Windshield Wipers, Can't touch this. Sincerely, That Little Triangle Dear girls who have been dumped, There are plenty of fish in the s…

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  7. Started by pilninggas,

    http://forums.probetalk.com/showthread.php?t=1701300629

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  8. Started by drewpy,

    this looks awsome. Catch Drewpy on his xs400 doing 170mph at the TT ...

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  9. Started by Rutele,

    Hi, just looking for quick advice on whether it is acceptable to mix a few brands together, or whether I should stick to the same brand when it comes to leather jacket and trousers? I currently have this jacket >> http://www.daytona20...ganclaraevo.jpg but no trousers! I struggle to find trousers that fit me well as I am tall and slim. Do you think these will suit/match the jacket, and are they good quality? >> http://www.jsaccesso...f/t/ftl314w.jpg (black/white), http://www.mandsmoto...0002365_300.jpg (black) Thanks for your opinions in advance!

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  10. Started by Paulwhite,

    right iv got my hands on a honda gx260 engine with 8bhp ....it all works fine and starts on 1st pull! i managed to get it for nowt so was wondering what i could do with it? yeah i could clean it up and sell it but id rather use it for something.........any ideas?

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  11. Started by DT-Ryan,

    Hi, I have only just registered with the yamaha owners club. I dont actually have one yet, but am after a DT125R, Just wondering if anyone new anywhere that would be worth looking? have been on ebay and autotrader, but there doesnt seem to be a great deal. Cheers Ryan

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  12. Started by mike1949,

    Up til now I have been printing Google Maps to get me from A to B. I've got to B, but can't seem to be able to get to the final destination. Would a Satnav be better? If so, which one would be better for a bike? Do you need earphones for a satnav? Also, would an old fogey like me understand it?

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  13. Started by yud,

    hi all im in the process of rebuilding my rxs 100 engine but i need to split the block and put new big end bearings in any one know how to split the block and to change the bearings any help would be great or pics diagrams thanks in advance

  14. Started by Jams,

    Hey peeps! Got a yamaha ybr 125. Had it for jsut over a week now and so far im loving riding! The day after i got it (this is my first bike) i went for a night ride on some country roads on my own. Yeah...didnt know how to go round this corner and went into the grass. Luckily the bike and myself was ok only cracked the front fairing slightly everything else was ok. Couldnt see shit all as the bulb keeps cutting out intermitently (i know this is off topic but any ideas why it is doing it)? Anyways im rambling. My pals stepdad gave me an old rf 200 i think shoei helmet and its been in the wars so i urgently need a new hat! I live in brighton and need to know where the …

  15. Started by ben125,

    hi on my yamaha dt125r i have recently blown my head gasket and have replaced it but there seems to be a lot of pressure in the header tank and keeps on blowing the cap off also all the water in the radiator goes and when i block the pipe going into the header tank it squirts water all through the joints and i have no experience with engines i think its something to do with the thermostat but unshure where its located can anyone help me out??

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  16. Started by Paulwhite,

    hi all just wondered what is the smallest size number plate that u can put on a bike legally? its just iv made a side mount for the bobber project but its huge! so im thinking smaller number plate but want it to be legal also can anyone recommend anywhere that can make and deliver number plates? cheers. .Paul.

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  17. Started by drewpy,

    this is a cracking idea, why didn't i think of that!

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  18. Started by johnsnownw,

    the wife is preggos. This is a new one. She told me I cannot tell anyone we know, personally, but that I could tell you lot. So, you're the first to know...

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  19. Started by fli,

    Were great here yesterday sun were out, nice and warm, now its freezing and to top it off it looks like its gonna piss it down, everywhere else same or just sheffield?

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  20. Started by DirtyDT,

    I brought another complete, unmolested, engine for the TS. It is in a van somewhere (hopefully) on its way to me. There is another one on evilbay at the moment but I think the guy is having a giraffe with the price. Or am I just tight? Have a look LINKY

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