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  1. Started by tigger,

    hi tigger here not very good on the old keyboard so bear with me new to this as u can tell we have a yamaha fjr 1300 which hubby is about to sell only done 600 miles no matter wher the screen is positioned the wind buffering is bad so bad to the point of being dangerous and even wearing ear plugs his ears ring for days after has anyone else had a similar problem

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  2. Started by mckenzie,

    As you may or may not have heard, road racing legend Robert Dunlop lost his life in a terrible accident at lastnights North West 200 practice. He was on his 250 with Darren burns following closely behind when his bike seized up entering the notorious Mathers Cross bend, Darren Durns could not avoid a collision and he hit Robert. He died later from chest injuries! Darren suffered a broken leg and concussion. This kind of tradgedy comes up every now and again in road racing and we all are aware of the risks, but when a rider is lost, itis felt all over the racing community! we offer our deepest sympathy for Roberts family and close friends. We may never see the lik…

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  3. Started by jonnie,

    i fancy geting a fazer 600 will this be good enough to get back in to bikeing ? esp will it take 2 up on the hills ?

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  4. Started by dbcooper,

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  5. Started by themoog,

    Hi. My name is Simon. I'm 32 and live in Norfolk with my fiancee Marcia and 19 month old daughter Maisie. I have been riding for 3 years. I have just sold my GPZ500S and I am going to be looking for an SR125 at the end of the month as it's cheaper to run, tax, insure etc and we have another child on the way. Basically I just need to do 16 miles per day as cheaply as possible. The SR was the bike I did my cbt on and I really enjoyed riding it so I figure why not buy one. IF anyone has one coming up for sale, or knows of one that will be, from the first week of June onwards, then let me know. I should have roughly £6-700 to spend but as time goes on I'll have more cash...no…

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  6. Started by Alex,

    Hi got this email, and those who have an R1 around slough may be interested? "I am trying to find owners of the Yamaha YZF-R1 for some bike market research taking place in Slough 20/21/22 May (evening). The group discussiions are 2 hours long and respondents get £70 for coming along. This is purely market research and if anyone can help could the contact me Ros Preston on 0208 866 3792/07986 583822 and I can give more information. I confirm in writing. Thank you. Ros "

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  7. Started by @nton,

    Hi Guys I'm new to the forum so just thought i'd say hi. I recently purchased a 1989 FZR 600 Genesis for my first bike. I dont have my licence just yet but will be doing a direct access course in July so will be out enjoying the scottish scenery in no time I dont know a hell of a lot about bikes so be prepared for some daft questions now and again.

  8. Started by POPEYE,

    Hi all, help please! Ive Been a compete tit and put normal 2 stroke in my transmission oil tank! I have an RSX100, does anyone know how much, if any, damage i may of done, what the approx costs would be to drain and re fill, and where i can find a large train to lay under. I have not driven the bike since this mistake, only started it up. Any help would be much obliged. Numpty.

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  9. Started by madaboutthe30,

    Hey guys Id just like to say hi to everyone and share my dilemma with you guys, perhaps some of you could guide me in the right direction. Im 20 and have owned my xvs125 for a good year and a half. I hardly ride it but pamper it away in the garage and those spring and summer months its out the garage definetly are some of my best days Time has come though where Im considering to sell it, if I could get more power out of it, I would keep it, however if I cant I would rather just sell it. Selling it and buying a larger engined bike isnt an option because I dont have my full licence and being a student dont want to fork out the money for the theory, les…

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  10. Started by 2kyngs,

    Will a full fairing from a Reverse cylinder (3ma) fit the earlier 2ma model any info would be of help

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  11. Started by 2kyngs,

    Will a full fairing from a RFeverse cylinder (3ma) fit the earlier 2ma model any info would be of help

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  12. Started by mckenzie,

    anyone going over this year? I cant wait! last time i was there was in 2005 when Rutter cracked 201!! what a sight to behold!! So anyone have any favourites this year?

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  13. Started by Debbie,

    Hi all I've just passed my test and got a 1981 XJ550. If there are any other owners out there past or present it would be good to hear from you Debbie xxx

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  14. Started by catfunt1,

    Hi Boys and girls I'm new as of this evening, and just wondering how many other people out there own bulldogs!. I know they're not everyones flavour but it just so happens that it is mine. Enjoy the weather kids and ride hard but safe. Peace out

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  15. Started by Wolfeyes007,

    Hi to everyone, New to biking and new to the site. Got a wee starter bike and looking for any information on days out, meetings, events etc to meet new people and maybe some good friends. If you know of anything up in bonnie Scotland, please let me know. Thanks M

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  16. Started by blue2,

    Just a general enquiry; I quite fancy a Bulldog ( NO Not the 4 legged kind you pervert!) The BT1100. Shaft drive, nice riding position, big Vee twin and shaft drive. Oh, did I mention Shat drive? I figure that when I retire next year, I've got one more long trip at least left in me and what better "Step-up" from my K Reg. XJ900F than the said doggie. The XJ's tank is in for some serious hole-mending while the weather tries to freeze the feathers off the local penguins, so my mind is increasingly turning to a route and what bike to use. Do any of you fine people ride one, or have any real time experience or opinions? Let's hear from all you big milers and Bulldog aff…

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  17. Started by SUPERBIKE352002,

    Hi Hommies, I have just joined your forum and just saying hello to you all from good old England!!. I don't know if any of you can help me but I am after a tail tidy that fits near the rear shock on an R1 and it looks the bollocks!!. I think it comes from the States but can't find it anywhere now!!. Please guys,HELP ME!!!!!. Cheers Dave.

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  18. Started by TazR6,

    Can anyone suggest anywhere (Im in Nottingham) I can get some decals from for my bike? I have got the "YAMAHA" and "R6" ones sourced, but cant find any for the seat cowling (the "swoosh" that goes from the seat backwards) as seen on this picture; I am getting quite a lot of paintwork done, and need replacement decals. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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  19. Started by simmo,

    I've just bought myself an 03 Fazer 600. How, or where do I find out exactly what model it is? Simmo

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  20. Started by Mr T,

    I have just heard that the monster 400cc FS1E will be in the FS1E Pack leaving the Motorcycle Workshop in Bolney (10 miles north of Brighton) for a run through the Sussex countryside this coming Sunday (th 18th May) morning at 10-30am! All welcome to tag along More info from www.fs1e.co.uk

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