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Afternoon all Had a quick look and there seems to be a few people introducing themselves so thought I might aswell do the same!!! New to biking - passed my test in August and have a 2000 plate FZS600 Fazer. Very happy with the bike and looking forward to going to the motorbike show to see what Yamaha have on show!! Can't afford another one yet though. Really enjoying biking. Even on my CBT I realised why so many people love it. Had a couple of scary moments since I passed my test and after having numerous cars thinking they can get out of that junction first, have invested in a fluorescent bib!! Every little helps! Always brings a smile when bikers acknow…

Hi everyone, Just found this site so I thought I'd say "Hi", picked up my 05 R1 a couple of weeks ago (5th R1, bit of an addiction.....). Anyone out there from the Sussex area? Thanks Marc

Hi all am Graham live in South Wales have had bikes most of my life . I have just got my self a 1998 650 dragstar classic she has done just 2,200 miles from new i get here delivered on 21-09-09 .

Hi all am looking forward to getting going on this forum it looks great

Just saying hey. New to the forum and biking. Me and my buddy ( he's around on here somewhere) just got ourselves XVS 125 DragStars. Planning on doing the Full test later in the year and moving up to bigger bikes, but for now we're happy with what we've got and having some fun.

Came across this forum whilst looking for information on tyre pressures for my FZS 600, and a lovely place it is too Anyhoo My names Ray, had my fzs for about 2 months or so,, and just passed my test today , wooooooooo hooooooooooooooo lol Been out on the bike most of the afternoon covered about 80 miles or so and just love it to bitz. Bit strange moving from a 500cc to the 600cc fazer, couln't believe what a difference it is. Getting used to the bike now, just buzzing about Grangemouth, Falkirk, Bo'ness etc to get the confidence built up before the obligatory trek to the Green Wellie this Sunday, really looking forward to it. R.

Well, it wouldn't be a new month without something new coming into the unit. Continuing the trend, it's an XS500... Built to do 70's class races in France, owner did two races, had a motorcycle accident (not on the track) and couldn't ride the bike any more. There are no lights, but unlike the flat-tracker it has its brakes, good tyres and has passed race scrutineering before, appears to be well built and very clean, had it running today and it certainly gets a move on, charging system appears to be intact, needs a silencer to be anywhere near road legal though, figured it could be an early birthday present to myself. Oh a…

Hey there peeps. Been a while since I updated the toybox, managed to pick up a rather unusual piece... It came from Holland, and was used at Venray motor Speedway Stadium before it closed down some 7 years ago. It runs, there are no brakes (you die like a man) and it's just a little bit nutty, kind of like me. It's nice to have something unusual, and even nicer to have something with a story (including the dented tank that resulted in a broken collarbone!) , I'm undecided Wether to move it on or just hang it up in the unit beside my Aprilia

Hi All, I've just purchased a "1984" (Mfr date on frame says 4/83) Maxim 400 with 6800 km. I've done the basic tune up work and put on new tires. The mechanic I had it at said it looks great but there's normal wear and tear on the rubber parts, cracking, fading, etc. I'm not very handy but I'm hoping to learn a bit with this bike to get familiar with some basic things. Me, I'm 30, new to bikes. Took a couple of safety courses last year and got my M2. I live near Ottawa. Mike

So, Wanting to keep my bike in good nick, 1 for looks, but also knowing I will be selling in a years time once I Pass my full test. Do you guys have any tips on cleaning off and preventing/slowing down rust? Also, any other cleaning and upkeep tips would be appreciated Hope you are all having a good weekend.

Hello all, another newbee to the forum, I'm not a noob to bikes, been on them for twenty years now (on and off ) anyway, at the moment I have got a CBR1000F, yep the old jelly mold but a mate of a mate has got a 1000 EXUP he wants rid of and its got my name on it.(its been sitting for a few years) I've never had a Yam 4 pot,I have had quite a few yam stokers over the years but thought it was about time I rectified this so expect a load of questions on what goes where and how to take it apart and what size hammer I will need to fix it

Hi everybody !!!! Just wanna say hi to you all as you may of guessed i'm new to the yam, board's..... Just got myself a 04 R1 and lluurrrrvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeee it to bits. Did have a hayabusa before but she was getting on a bit so decided to go for the ultimate sport's bike !!! (R1 of corse). Hope to speak to ya all soon but weather's great at the min, (cumbria) so getting some miles in,,,,,, c ya later. Paul & fiona.

Hello to everyone on YOC!! Today was a big day for me - I finally traded in my trusty Honda Varadero 125 for...... A 1999 TDM850!!! Woohoo!!!! I am now in the big bike zone!!!!!!! Highish mileage , but a mint example - love at first sight Here's a pic of it... Not bad for my bike & £600 Get it next weekend.

hey all just found this site, so thought id come check it out, see if there are any good rideouts in the northwest and stuff...so look forward to spkin to you all

Hi all, I'm gaz and I live in bognor regis, just upgraded my thundercat to a 2000 R1 and love it, is there anyone else from the sussex area?

Hi All, Yes another Newbie, must be the weather making us all feel like getting back on our bikes (yeah right) I have just got myself a Thundercat after being off of 2wheels for nearly 4 years. Used to own a 2000 R6 but due to getting older and fatter needed a bit more comfort. The bike seams lovely and smooth, obviously not the same to throw around the corners but pretty nice none the less. Anyway lets just keep wishing for some dry days. Keep safe all.

Hi peeps thought I would register instead of being one of them guest numbers. I am riding a 2001 YZF R6 now, well its mates bike to be honest. He's not passed his test yet, bought it, cant ride it so I am Really impressed with the R6. Its a great bike to ride and handles really well. Will def get one myself when I get another bike. Off to Devils Bridge this weekend - big smile from ear to ear!!

Hi all Just found this forum so I thought I should introduce myself. Male 33, been riding since last Nov on a carb R6 that I have modified quite a bit. Been to Oulton park twice this year and going back on tues 24th of this month, also ragged it round Cadwell the weekend before last. Always up for an excuse to ride instead of work

hello everyone just returned to biking after a year off after a spill in france on my daytona 955i se bought a wr400f to do a bit of offroad and green laning went for my 1st off-roading day sunday with some local lads and i was shattered they really went for it but i really enjoyed it , bike was great , only downside was the kickstart which starts everytime but when you are knackered in a pool of mud not so easy.

Hi folks, I am Gaz, just bought a 93 FZR600 after not owning a bike for 16 years (bloody kids n wife lol). Any way, after getting the cars i have longed for which are.... MK1Golf cabriolet, MK3Golf GTI Anniversary, and an Audi A4 Sline i finally got the bike of my dreams...FZR600!!!! yippeeeeeee lol will get some pics of my ride up soon Gaz