The Bar

Mentioned in 'fried-eggs' post 'the scheme', a cutting edge, toe curling view of sections of this country and the state we're in, 4th major power globaly, shamefull and depressing viewing, dont know if it will be shown south of Hadrians wall-if it is, it will probably have subtitles http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/search/?q=The%20Scheme

I have a 1972 Yamaha 360 RT-2 that i got from my uncle. When i was under it draining the old oil out of of it there were two bolts. One was the main oil drain and the other was under the transmission and they both had oil in them that drained out. The bolt under the transmission was hollow and had a spring and bearing of some sort in it. When I was putting both bolts in the oil drain tightened and the one under the transmission broke. I have to relapse it but there is nothing in the manual about that bolt. Do I have to make a new one or are there replacements out there? And what does it do???

So, My insurance has came through for my XJ600N, hoooraa ! was reading all my information that came with it and it appears that my policy coveres me (third party) for driving another bike, (as long as its insured by someone) Was speaking to my old man about it, and he suggested he got his 2 BSA's on the road to go for a few trips this year, and same again next. so, what one should i ride ? The Bsa B40, or the Bantam D5? anyone got any encounters with any of these bikes ? i can remember sitting on the back of the b40 since i was just tall enough to reach the foot pegs

HI - new to the forum, but owned a Bulldog for some time now. I really like it, and its a bit different to most other bikes you see around. Was completely happy until ......... turned on the ignition, and no comforting warning lights, and no speedo test. On top, no clock, trip or odo. Mechanic thinks my speedo unit is dead - anyone had similar problems,before I fork out on a new one? Thanks, and looking forward to Donington!!!

Hi Folks Not a Yamaha owner at the moment but am thinking about getting a Bulldog. It seems to get mixed reviews but I like the idea of a big V Twin in a bike that can handle and stop. Its a cool looking bike too, but I other than that I dont know much about it - so thought I might find some advice on this site! So, couple of questions for you: Whats it like to own? Reliable? Easy to do basic servicing at home? Does it handle/stop well? (Bearing in mind Im a bit of a noob - passed my test 6 months ago. So Im not, nor never will be, a 'knee-down-ninja'!) My one concern is the lack of power - 60HP seems a bit crap for such a big engine - how much can it be tuned…

Hi guys just pulled a small sharp pebble out of my rear tyre to be left with a worrying cut but no air hissing out , not sure what to do , many get it plugged or do I need a tyre ? Here's a pic , what do you guys think? Cheers Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Well it had to happen, my delight has now given way to despair. The cat went in for its MOT today and it FAILED. The three failures are: 1. Binding front caliper 2. Leaky fork seals 3. Exhaust blow (gasket). These are all repairable but its a pain in the ass as I was hoping to get the cat on the road this week. <sighs>

I have a load of 'spares' left over from making one good motorbike out of two i started thinking about building a second motorbike out of the bits i didn't use, the frame is too far gone but the engine is ok, the swing arm needs rebuild, shocker has had it and the oil cooler has had it too etc etc -there's a lot that's shot bear in mind I have used the best parts for the bike that i restored i made what i think is a realistic list of what i need and the real cost of getting it running to a good standard. then i set that cost against what i could buy one for with a decent margin for contingencies so that i w…

its the bulldog bash this weekend whos going and whos not its FIFTY FIVE quid,so im not.

I can only seem to find one hugger out there. Anyone know of a better selection

I have an idea and would like some feedback please. Like alot of you im sure i am and have been following various rallies - Dakar, North Africa etc, and the usual Bullrun, Gumball etc. The cost to participate is mind blowing to the average person. My idea is to hold a rally for bikes, covering a large portion of Western Europe, totally Un-official, proberly totally illegal, but all in the name of fun. Basic rules - No Sat Navs, maps only and all have the same. Destination only. No motorways, no toll roads only minor roads only and set for maybe a week or two, oh yes camping only! Just a group of fellow bikers with a mission - to set off at indivi…

CUNTS

yep the neigbours luurve me still makes me giggle watching that back ..ahh the memories so come on stick any of your burnout piccys up too

Get your Haggises neeps and tatties in folks it is on the 25th of jan and for the wine i recommend a bottle of buckfast

Now then, here's a problem I am really stuck on. My 2002 xjr was Ok one day but the next started to run very rough. I checked the plugs and I found that No. 1 plug was black with carbon so I changed the plug but this did not make any difference. I put a new set of plug caps on. Again no difference. The spark wasn't bad but there was the possibility of a damaged HT lead. However the HT's from the coil are fixed I so couldn't just change them and had to buy a new coil. Hmm, lovely spark but still no difference. OK, strip the carbs and have a look. HORROR!! No1 carb slide had a big burn hole in the back - the air filter side, not cylinder side, so I removed the car…

3 members are celebrating their birthday today EddyIrish(68), Manc*col(30), martyntzr(32) i noticed it was some members birthdays today and looked at EddyIrish's profile out of interest as i'm Irish (the real deal and not some loon that had a grandparent that once tripped and spilt a pint of Guinness over themselves and now claim to be Irish loike half of America do!!!) and i checked out some of his posts and man i can't stop laughing !!!!! happy birthday folks !!!! WiCkY

Now that Ive finaly shruged off all my hangovers and turned on my pc for the first time in a few days You lot have been busy over the holidays --- Ive got 4 pages of new content to catch up on, this will take me quite some time. Anyway happy new year to all, ps, Drop a few pounds off air outa back and front tyers to get better grip on these slippy conditions if you all back to work 2moro on the bikes, be safe !

apparently a true letter Rt Hon David Miliband MP Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), Nobel House 17 Smith Square London SW1P 3JR 16 May 2007 Dear Secretary of State, My friend, who is in farming at the moment, recently received a cheque for £3,000 from the Rural Payments Agency for not rearing pigs. I would now like to join the “not rearing pigs” business. In your opinion, what is the best kind of farm not to rear pigs on, and which is the best breed of pigs not to rear? I want to be sure I approach this endeavour in keeping with all government policies, as dictated by the EU under the Common Agricultural Po…

......................im going to look at one of the above at the weekend, is there anything i should be looking out for with these bikes beyond the usual Cheers AOI

Hi, I'm a Newbie here and first time owning a Yamaha having had many other makes in many years of biking, I recently purchased a Yamaha Thundercat on E Bay from a bike shop in N. Ireland, which would come with a U.K. plate. it seemed a good deal at the time,They didnt want me to use Debit ot Credit card, Once the bank transfer was sent, I was informed the bike would be delivered to my door, which it was a week later with a plate which I thought was the official plate, found out later it was a I.of Man plate and the dvlc dont recognise I of Man plates, After I badgered them It was said the paperwork and request for a V5 and U.K. (aka English) plate. was sent about 3 we…