Ttaskmaster

As above. My 125 Drag was imported from Deutschland and had the stickers on the tank to prove it... in Deutsch and Englisch. No difference to anything, although having an existing UK V5 probably helped.

But usually with the option of adding the extra tank, no?

Your problem is likely that it's either the "Yamaha Bolt", or it's the "XV 950"... the latter of which is shorter than 4 characters and thus too short to put into a search box.

Actually - I *do* have most of a 650. The absent pieces are in the boot of a stripped-out Supra III, mainly exhausts, airbox, carbs, brakes and a couple other bits. However, it's being done up to sell - The Ttaskmistress wants a reasonable amount of cash for it.

Yes, it sounds reasonable, so long as it's in good condition. Viggies tend to drop to a certain point, around £1,000-ish and then hold their value thereafter. The one Slicey posted would probably be a better bet for the money though... and remember Viggie parts are getting scarcer. No 650 Dragstars in need of a loving home around your way then, Lallasro?

Also, be sure your mechanic *is* a proper mechanic and not just a trained fitter... may sound cruel, but half the "mechanics" in Reading are just fitters. As mentioned, you could have the greatest bike in the world but if the previous owner(s) abused it then there's no telling how bad it may be. You should have seen my old Dragstar during its last days...!!

'Blinkers' are those things you put on the side of a horse's face to stop rowdy crowds and Foamy Photos from scaring them. An LED Relay for 'Indicators' are what ya need!!

It's obvious that a vehicle of that size is going to have a larger turning circle and has been stated in the Highway Code (221). At the same time, most large vehicles will also know this and purposely not hoon it into such corners, giving other people time to see your intent and get out of the way. As is, he barely made that turning and possibly even clipped the kurb to the rider's left. He was certainly going too fast, didn't have time to steer fully and "should 'a looked inter that minor road t' make *sure* 'ee could see the 'ole road an' tha' it were clear"... this last part being a direct quote from my dad, who has been professionally driving trucks like this and bigger for over 50 years now... and is from Wolver'ampton, hence the accent! But had that been a child, he'd likely be looking at his licence being pulled, now. Around the three second mark, you can see through the metal railing that the truck has been indicating before approaching the road, obviously very difficult for the rider to notice so this was just to make sure the driver was properly indicating. The rider doesn't appear to have noticed, as he's looking at traffic behind the truck and clocking the pedestrian potentially crossing, likely believing the truck to be going so fast that it's no way turning in. He then sees that the truck IS turning in and we go from there. hopefully it was just an early shoulder check and not checking out the girl that walked by. I didn't even see her, until you pointed her out and I re-watched with HD switched on! First point I'll make is, had he focused on the road ahead, would there have been enough time for him to stop sooner, knowing the driver was already milking the extra room needed? Had he been watching directly ahead and focussing on the truck, yes he could have probably stopped a couple of feet sooner. As is, he was watching the road around, looking for vehicles slowing to make that turn and hazards immediately around, especially on a T junction like this where you normally get pedestrians and especially cyclists zipping across. But even if he'd stopped as far back as that flatbed truck in the driveway to the left, he'd still have been likely to get a truck in the face, based on the forward blind spots on that truck. He did his shoulder check so should know the lane is clear from behind/sides and nothing is coming from the front on that lane. He knows his blind spot was clear 2-4 seconds ago. Anything else depends on mirror checks... and having had Beemers go around my right, before speeding off and through just such a junction when I was stopping for just such a reason, I don't think he can safely rely on that, either. I haven't seen this with sound yet but if, having hit something and there being a bikeless biker shouting at you in the road, you *still* need the biker to actually point out that there's a bike under your wheel... I'd warrant you should have gone to SpecSavers that morning instead of the depot!

Far too fast for that corner, I assume... Fucking prick.

>Tout had his mono shock snap (i think, or might have been Tasky) but a good wash down and remove the mudguard and wash the shock once a year will keep that at bay. It was mine and it snapped where the monoshock arm met the pivot part that holds the bearing, into which goes teh bolt that bolts it to the swingarm bracket. It was also the Ttaskmistress's bike that went the same way, along with several other local Drag riders. Cause was crap flining off the rear wheel, onto the part not covered by the rubber curtain, rusting the bearings solid. Either way, it needed a whole new shock. If you ride all year round, I suggest checking once every month or two and regular strip-down, re-lube. >they really don't like being run with no oil Yeah, this too! After replacing the monoshock with a swanky Hagon one, mine eventually chewed a big end bearing, which ripped up the filter/O-ring and pissed all the oil out at (ahem) speed, down the A329M. That finally killed it. Chrome parts can be polished up, but watch the inside of the chrome covers, especially areas like heat shields - Road crap gets up behind those all too easy. Replace brake lines with braided ones. Prepare to replace control wire sleeves, as many go grey and brittle after too much sun. Always always always make sure the oil filter O-ring and the groove it sits in is meticulously clean when changing filters. Clean regularly. Err... yeah, that's about it, I think. Nothing else above the usual. Look after it and it will look after you. 20K for £1.5k is a good deal, although the Custom model is always better! Wicked bike, great fun, seen me through many adventures in all weathers. If you're coming to this from a 125 Drag, all the better!! The power may take a bit of getting used to - You're only going from (IIRC) 12bhp to 40bhp, but that's still *more* than enough to get into trouble, especially at the lower rev end where all the torque is. It's also much easier to handle than the 125, with the weight planting you more solidly into corners. Do remember you still only have one front disc and one rear drum for the braking. You'll notice fuel costs a bit more, but you can still expect 120 miles before reserve at a good 48mpg, when riding with enthusiasm. You'll also notice the speedo goes past 90mph and your neck muscles will get bigger! First few times you go through tunnels, you MUST pull the clutch in and rev the fuck out of it, though - it's just the done thing!! Ride safe!!

The SA customs guys will probably "lose" them on the way through, as well!

Paging Foamy...

YAY, another FJ pilot!!! You are most welcome, chap!

Are there no parts at all from an EXUP that are of use, then?

A lot of the local 'old man' bikers drink that kind of stuff... "REAL Ale" type of people... Every single one of 'em got something wrong with their head. One just got out, while three more of them are still inside for some very underage activities - No word of a lie. Not saying the beverage choice has anything to do with it, but I'd rather have a Sex On The Beach, if I'm honest - That at least has good memories of my Stag Do associated with it!

After asking around, it seems most Genesis owners find it easier to buy donor bikes than find parts. Apparently the plastics were especially prone to going brittle in the sun, which is one reason why the EXUPs became more popular.

Was working in direct sunlight over a running Range Rover engine. Nearby thermometers read 39ºC!!! Was NOT impressed...

Whereabouts in the UK are you, Silkk? Might be worth looking around for a donor bike - Seem to be a few 'project' types available for reasonable money.

https://www.infinitymotorcycles.com/product/spada-orbit-waterproof-jacket/3554 https://www.infinitymotorcycles.com/product/spada-legacy-jacket/2762 https://www.infinitymotorcycles.com/product/spada-milan-tex-wateproof-jacket/2283 M&P online also have a load of stuff on clearance...

Definitely a girly drink!! Try a Vodka Martini, shaken not stirred... No, really. It's like downing meths, but smoother and more expensive. Had a number of 'hard blokes' call me on it, so I challenged them to drink one of mine for every pint of theirs I put down. Most took one sniff of the drink, made a horrified face and left with far more respect than with which they approached!! Or, if you want to go proper Bond, try the Vesper - 6 measures vodka, 1 measure Gordon's gin, half measure of dry vermouth, shaken over ice and served with a large slice of lemeon peel. But saying that, real men drink mead anyway... preferably from large horns, while leaning their axes up against their longboats and grabbing the nearest shieldmaiden!!

LED indicators often require a different relay. Usually just a few quid from Maplins or something. Not up on the exact details myself, but either someone will advise, or you can have a Google and see what turns up.

Nice one, fella!

What utter fucking crap...

Pfft - Who cares about the forum? It's your birthday dude!!! Take the day off and fix it later - We'll still be here when you get back!

Should be fine, really. Very little changed over the years.