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Hi ladies and gents. My names Tom, unsure why i didn't sign up to this forum when i got my bike 2 and a half years ago, but hey, i've done it now. I'm 22 and i ride a DT 125 X (56 plate) few pics to follow. I worked at Hein Gericke in doncaster for 2 years so i'm pretty clued up on bikes Anyhow, figured i'd say hello so you can all get to know me before i start being cheeky and asking for help or favours lol It's got goodridge stainless braided brakelines, dep stainless exhaust system, dunlop D207 tyres 120/70x17 front and 150/60x17 rear (instead of standard 140/70x17) Renthal 520 conversion chain and sprockets. any comments or criticism welc…

I have just bought a 2006 TDM 900, it is unbelievable, I did a bit of research on finding a bike that would do what I wanted, I want to do road trips, I want to be able to mix that with a bit of sports riding and am a fit 55. This bike fits the bill perfectly. It more than satisifies my desires, it puts a silly grin on my face every time ride it and I have only had it 2 weeks. Living in Southern NSW, Australia, the mountainous roads in North East Victoria are not far away, its hard to keep working. I hope registering on this site might be an opportunity to share views an opinions about this bike. Thanks, Pete.

well im amazed it lasted 2 years but the urge to the dark side was too strong why...cos this bike is ridden all year round (well not in foot deep snow that i'll admit to) and it was looking sorry for itself

Althog iv had my bike licene for 5 years iv not done a lot off miels so think off myself as not a exprienaced reider. so when i bought my virago my second bike( the vfr soon for sale i thnik lol ) The guy where id bought it from asked had i ever riden a shaft drive befor i no he then said dont change down at speed slow with engien and then change down or you will lock the back wheel up. but would it be safe to change down to over take say from 5 to 4 at duel carage way speeds. Im just not shure and dint wont to try just in case i lock up Thanks Andy Ps how do i get the spell checker to work

Just a quick post to say hi, I'm 17 in March and have just ordered a YBR 125 and CBT for my first bike I'm also looking to do my proper bike licence so I get on a bigger bike. Any riders from Stoke on Trent in the UK here?

can anyone tell me if the ignitions are at all different from 89 g reg which i have compared to the 91 onwards? thanks

Unreal... Had 3 hours out today... Had a sketchy moment on a new Dunlop Qualifier, nothing like a 30mph powerslide Roll on the summer!

hello i just brought a yamaha rxs 100 ive brought a new battery/ spark plug ignition coil/rectifier now my hard part is the only wireing i have is from the engine its self ie i wanted to do a field bike as i have a other swing arm and its lowed at the rear and got a nobby rear tyre on now my hard part is what wire goes where to get a spark i have 5 wire ie 1.black 2.red/green 3.blue 4.yellow 5.green plus in the manual it says on the wires from the engine theres a code saying SB what does that mean? does any one know how i could wire it up useing the new bits i got ie the bloke at the motor bike shop said i needed these b…

Simply another outstanding video by Greg Towle. It's hard life here but I do the best I can with it LOL You know they ever put all this bike weeks together and you would have another Sturgis.

any advice please my r6 has just stated hitting false neutrals and jumping out of gear and clattering trying 2slot bck in wen dawdling about, whilst nailing it seems fine any body with same problems and wots the cure please regards

I had to share this with everyone - i managed to get out on my bike for the first time this year for a proper blhaat! At last, the weather is looking better and summer is creeping in slowly, but surely! Did any one else manage to make the most of the sun today? I nearly sold my bike two weeks ago cos i was soooo fed up with the snow and winter chill - so today has been a God send...and my bike is off teh market! yippee! Happy riding all!

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my daughter is 7 and keeps badgering me to get the gear so she can go on the back with me is there actually any laws that say they must be ..?..old or ...?...height or what i know theres a lot of bikers that do take their kids on the back this is her at the rock and bike night at squires cafe (the owner asked me if shed like to sit on the bike) mind she can bugger off if she thinks im buying her a harley... yammy yes for sure and the twins more bikers in the making (my old gpz750r)

Help needed, I have a 2001 DTR French import with power valve servo fitted.......i have used the info from the web site but it won't go past 60mph or 7k rpm. I have taken out and taped up the red switch but it made no difference!. I have a full DEP system fitted...any ideas??

I've just read the posting, by Goff, about Santa Pod --------- I'll bet it's nowt like this Seaside Event (who said "Thank Goodness) ----- You may recognise the Beeza (The bike number 14 NOT THE RIDER -- that's Wildone) because it's posted under "Originality" and under "Kids riding pillion" but who reconises the fella in the blue coat with the canna Duchams best green stuff ? It's Des Heckle who, at the time, was the holder of several standing start WORLD RECORDS. His fiance of the time, Irene Scargill, was sprinting that event too on a megga - low tri-cart made by Des. I promise that I'm not joking but Irene was, still is I suppos…

Robbie Maddison achieves the impossible, jumping his motorcycle over 120 feet to the top of the Arc de Triomphe at the Paris Las Vegas HERE

Hi All. Thought I'd start a topic about somethin that popped up in another discussion. How do you think modern Moto GP / WSB riders would fare when introduced to the challenge of Road Racing? Think Stoner could tackle the TT without sh*tting himself??? Would he even get to the top of the mountain??? No-one can deny the skill and achievements of people like Rossi, but heroes of old like Agostini also had success on the roads. My dad still talks about guys of that era racing at the UGP. Obviously i'm well aware the teams would never allow their superstars to 'risk' riding at the road events, but thought we'd enjoy debating anyway. Good to see peopl…

I came across this today, figured you might get a kick out of it. (at least she's wearing one)

This is my first winter using a bike, correct me if I'm talking 'Betty' here, do salted roads which have had no rainfall to wash them have a slight 'glaze' on them, I kno some of the other slip hazards, like- White lines, man-hole covers, 'segment transition strips (the tar line that joins, well,,,joins), banana skins, KY, and laminate flooring pieces-yep thats laminate flooring pieces. I've not had a slide but it doesnt too 'old age friendly.

Hello all , Anyone out there know of an RD500LC layed up anywhere ? Really just need the engine and wiring loom , but , if there's a basket-case i would be interested . Mat