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Hey just thought I would introduce myself, names Olly. This is my fzr 600.. She's old but I love her dearly

Hey folks, hope everyones doin awsome, and gettin some miles in since warm weather is finally here!!!! My names Tony, from Kendallville Indiana, USA. I ride a 1979 XS1100 F. Shes a bit on the beaten up side {bought her that way) but a fun fast ride nonetheless. I also just 2 days ago while doin some gorse tradin, aquired a 1981 maxim 550, which im hoping to get running for the wife to learn on. At the moment the 1100 is down with an exhaust issue, had to pull the header pipes and broke a stud. im kinda sketchy about tryin to EZ out it myself, as im unsure as to what kind of thickness im dealing with around those studs.... any give me an idea? i REALLY dont wanna mess t…

Hi everyone, I was wondering if you all can help me find some parts. I just bought an 83 yamaha 550 seca, from an estate sale. It has been setting in this guys garage for years, It has 6000 miles on it, and in great shape. But the tank is rusted out, i need the fairing and mirrors, and the left side cover. I have called, emailed and so on, and get the same relply, good luck. I did get her started, and it runs great. Would really love to get this old girl up and running, so any help please..... Michelle Wisconsin

Hi there nice to meet all in the forum i was wondering, being new to the DragStar where the Best place to get parts is? X

Hi everyone, I finally came across this cool site that I can share my joys/pitfalls in trying to restore a 1975 DT400 that I just picked up. I'm 44 and live in Canberra, Australia (well..near it). I have never restored a motorbike before but have ridden bikes for years. I grew up learning to ride on a bright orange 1975 DT250. Many year on, I yearned for a similar bike but came across a 1975 DT400 that was probably more fun to restore. The bike is basically complete, but needs a total restoration job done on it. I have found eBay very useful as well as Yamatopdog int he US for getting parts. At this stage, I have stripped a lot of it but want to actually get the…

Brought a bit of a dog as a project..... before http://s1121.photobucket.com/albums/l506/StuartWags/ did all the work myself, work needed:- Exhaust = rotted disk pads = stuffed all round fork seals = well leaking tyres = knackered rear suspension linkage = making bad noises body panels = various cracks, scrapes, been droped on LHS with bits broken off screen and generally neglected charging system = dead overall = very run down it is amazing how this bike was transformed in such a short period of time brought as spares or repair A month later back on the road and very pretty it looks too... still does what it should do and went off the clock prone…

Greetings all from Switzerland, Have been riding for more years than I will admit to 90% of it on Yams . Found this site when looking for a answer to a stupid question (got the answer) so thought I would join the fun . Chchoc

Hi everyone, I'm Rae, I just bought my first bike, a 1994 TZR125R, only just took my CBT last week. I'll probably be asking loads of questions like "how does this work?" so I hope I don't get too annoying! Excuse the cheesy face on the picture, I was very excited!

Hi everyone, just registered. I'm Sam, 19 and currently living in Ipswich. I've recently just passed my test and have brought myself a nice Yamaha XJ6 Diversion F (I'll link to a couple of pics) Looking forward to getting to know as many people as I can soon! And also if there is anyone local interested in meeting up for some good rides out let me know -S

I'm a new rider. Picked up a 1982 Maxim (XJ650) for my first bike. I'm loving it and have picked it up quickly...riding that is. My question is, to those of your that have Maxims, what's the real gas mileage and tank size? My manual claims the tank will hold 3.4 gallons plus .9 gallons for reserve. I don't believe that one bit. So far, I've only been able to get about 100 miles before my bike concs out and I have to switch to reserve. When I fill it, it barely just barely will take 2.5 gallons. I think I'm going to run it dry in the next few days to see how long my reserve will last me. Any advice is appreciated.

hi everyone im new to this so be gentle.i am 46 going on 16 and have been driving since 17,i have had a few bikes as well ap50,yb100 suzuki ts125x and kawasaki kmx125 . Well i got married 22 years ago and had a bike for a few years kids came and so did bigger car and no bike.Few years ago i started another job and needed to travel 10 miles per day so i bought a piaggio nrg 50 rode it on no L plates and carried my son on back for a few journeys! great. then my lust for a bigger geared bike erupted and so i took famous cbt 2 weeks ago and bought a 09 plate blue ybr 125 7000 miles on clock and traded in nrg. what can i say bike is no fireblade but i love it i find myself …

Hi Guy's just to say hello, am now owner of 2009 FZs prviously had 2000, 600 Diversion, 2003 R6 & 2009 R6, all great fun. but now more touring & pillion carrying so 1000 Fazer it is. just done 2012 TT She went really well, am well chuffed with Her, anyway you all ride safe, shiney side up!!! :icon_biggrin:

Hello Everyone My name is Tom, I'm in my 40's and I live in central london. Just purchased a Yamaha WR125X (I think i'm trying to relive my youth again).

just thought id join the forum as ive just brought myself a dtr125, what do people think of these then ?!

for sale w reg rd 250 frame best offer will get it you can get me on [email protected]. 07774470472 thank you

Hi everyone, this looks interesting great to see all the bike pics too.

hi folks - just bought a 2011 yamaha ybr 125 with just 86 miles on the odometer - been used to larger machines however i have never owned one as economical as this - takes twice as long to get there mind you

Hello New to the site so thought i would introduce myself. I'm Tom, live in herefordshire and have recently passed my test and bought myself a dragstar. Have made a few modifications so will try and attach a photo to get the general opinion..... Does anyone know of any transplants or relatively cheap single front footpegs for these? i am looking to do away with the foot boards Thanks all

hi,guys, joined last September, but never got around to saying hi, so, better late then never! got this little baby from the USA, only 4700 miles on it and in very nice condition for a 35 year old bike. must have been wrapped in cotton wool, not a spot of rust on her at all. even the nuts and bolts are shiny. slight rip in the seat, but managed to get a seat cover from Canada, which i've fitted myself, not a bad job for my first attempt. started a major clean up last year,pulling all the connectors apart and cleaning with contact spray, amazing amount of white sand was found in some of them, but she did come from Arizona, so no surprise. pulled off the …

Hi, My name is Simon and I am knocking on the door of 50. I am in the process of returning to biking after a 30 year break. The only two bikes I owned in my youth were a P reg DT125 and a 1981 RD 250LC. Luckily I managed to pass my test just before I sold the LC to buy a car! I think I'm having a mid life crisis because I am once again after a Yamaha 2 Stroke of 1980 vintage (wish I'd kept the LC it was a year old when I sold it for £800). This forum is a goldmine of information. Apologies in advance for what I think may be a lot of questions! Best regards to all Simon (Newbie)