bippo
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Lights are on permanently on the YBR.
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Hmm... Journos... Enough said!
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I don't upload videos to YouTube, but when you upload, is there some sort of Creative Commons option for you to select? Under some options they could potentially use your material with just a reference to you.
Not saying that's polite though, if it is the point!
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Brilliant! Ha ha!
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Way to headbutt a double decker...
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Enjoy yourselves guys!
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Good choice - enjoy it! I'm still spending money on my bike... It's an addiction!
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And I'm normally just the loner bimbling along on my own, ha ha! Just come back from a 300 miler - good stuff!
Fingers crossed you get something sorted.
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It sounds like a good adventure, so enjoy it.
Defo check out the Oxford rolltop range as it's nice and cheap. Alternatively all I do on my bike is strap a hold-all (North Face) to the pillion seat and put my contents in dry bags (Exped). Cheap as I use both for camping and other things anyway, so not bike specific. Got some ROK straps to tie everything down, they are well worth the money.
If you fancy an escort around Yorkshire & Derbyshire etc then just shout.
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Smart looking bikes those MT's!
When I had my YBR, I bought a rolltop bag from Oxford called RT15. Comes with a liner so contents remain dry and is pretty cheap (if memory serves).
I originally had just one as you can buy them separately, so that just got lashed to the pillion seat, but you can buy another and connect them together to behave as panniers. Good for if you need to spread out your money, or only head out on smaller trips.
I once did a wet October ride down to my parents house with it on the back. Rained nearly all day (about a 12 hour ride as needed to detour to Birmingham) but contents remained dry. Think I have a picture somewhere if needed.
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That's Foamys job isn't it?
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Staffs show is October Andrew,
,, lookin forward to the meeting again,, Were off to Triumph Edinburgh today , test rides, Tiger 800XRX, and street triple R,,, few of us going , first dry day for ages,
Hope you have a riot on them Blackie! Hearing good things about the newer Tigers.
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Hello, no it won't matter on a little 125. When I had my YBR the rear got a puncture and I didn't bother changing the front.
If they are fitting a pilot sporty then you should like it, much better, even with the cheap front.
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Yeah defo - well I can vouch for the risers, they look the part. Wouldn't know they were aftermarket unless specifically looking for them.
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Yeah mate, well mint innit
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I once managed an indicated 124mph on an old DT125, and all that had was a full DEP exhaust. No buffeting whatsoever... Honest mate...
No in truth, I'm rather dull. Hit 110 on my Tiger once, and very briefly - and I certainly knew about it. Going that fast personally isn't for me, and I wouldn't want to try anything like that on my Street. Anyway, I did install a little deflector on the OEM Tiger screen, and that made riding much more comfortable. Could sit at motorway speeds with my visor up which I wasn't able to do before, so perhaps a simple mod like that may help you with the buffeting at speed?
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Brilliant Slice - enjoy yourself!
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I'll be doing it on my own! It's about 1300 miles to where I'm headed (Aunties villa) but I'm planning a day in the Pyrenees having a blast!
Yeah the street isn't the ideal bike for such things, I was considering chopping it for a Tiger Sport but I think I'd miss it [emoji52]
Fantastic! Good on you. I do think the regret getting rid of the Street. It's a good excuse for you to get off the main roads and onto the twisties, ha ha. Enjoy yourself and take your time to enjoy the sights!
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Well if you went over Snake Pass you went past my house, Capt!
I always head out early when I want a ride around the Peak as it does get incredibly packed. Leave early enough and take enough side roads and you can really enjoy it. I can tell you of a few roads to try if ever you head there again.
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Ahh cool - where about are you heading? Are you going with anyone else? Will be a great experience for you! It's something I want to plan at some point in the future but will likely do it it solo as I haven't got any biking buddy's, ha ha!
I got these, http://www.tripletek.eu/20mm-spacer-kit/4586581860 - think they do ones for your model. From a comfort perspective I'm sure you'll be fine, especially with that Tony Archer seat! I guess it depends on how many miles you're planning on crunching out, but however many, just build up to it. After my SaddleSore 1000, I'm now planning to do the SaddleSore 2000 so need to get all the practice in to build up my stamina on that bike... No doubt the Tiger would be far more comfortable, but you have to make do with what you've got eh?!
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Yeah it was a good ride - some beautiful roads up in the Dales, I'll definitely head back there.
Sure thing, happy to show you some of the fun roads around the Peak, just give me a shout!
Bar risers are good thanks. I'm used to them now so don't notice them as much as when they first went on. They're dirt cheap, well made and stopped the tingling numbness in my left hand so I'd definitely buy them again.
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Didn't think I was going to make it out this Bank Holiday but managed to get out on Monday.
Original plan was a short blast around the Peak District, but midway over Snake Pass I decided I was bored of the place, so swung a left off it towards Strines and off towards Leeds - through that and onto Skipton then swing off up to Grassington and Hawes then Sedburgh and then I don't really know...
Found my way home eventually. Over 8 hours of twisty delights and around 300 miles. Whoops... Even managed to take flight on one occasion thanks to the Streets ridiculously unforgiving suspension. Great fun.
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Ha ha! Dammit, our cover is blown Tommy...
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Fingers crossed Tommy!
I'm so gutted - if you guys were going to meet up I was going to head up too. Good excuse for a ride - a long ride, ha ha! But alas I'm stuck with the dog...
,, lookin forward to the meeting again,, 
Which bike next?
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Ooh, new bike time...!
Well I liked my Tiger - would have kept it if I could of afforded too. But alas, the Street was considerably less effort when I was working in Central London.
I've heard good things about the updated Tiger - better fuel consumption, and a few minor things sorted like the ridiculous heat that used to hit your right leg in traffic. Plus they have different specs now, so depending on how much you want to spend you could pick one up with heated seats, pannier racks and fog lights as standard.
I'm 5' 8" and like you have quite long legs. I had the Roadie version which came in at 810mm, adjustable to 830mm. Mine was on the high setting and it was fine. I think men tend to have shorter legs then us, as a lot of people the same height would get it lowered.
The bad parts?
- Far too many accessories in the adventure bike market. How the hell is a woman supposed to choose?! Wouldn't recommend the OEM plastic top box or panniers though. My top box came free but it's incredibly heavy and small due to the thick walls. Go for something like Givi.
- The stock adventure screen (taller one that's fitted to most as standard). Too many variables in that one but it brings in one of the biggest complaints. For me it was fine but significantly improved with a little deflector at the top resulting in being able to ride on the motorway with visor up.
- Suspension on the Roadie. Much better on the XC. May be ok for you if you're lacking a beer belly. Sadly, with mine it would chuck me about considerably on the re-bound. I got used to it though and now pine for it compared with what the Street offers!
- Not really something that bothers me, but service costs are a little steep. Another one that people whinge about on the Tiger forum. You'd think they didn't research the bike they buy?!
- If you get a centre stand, most people with them claim they can't use them or have to opt for some weird and wonderful approaches to getting it up (oi, oi...). This worried me, but actually it was completely fine. If I can do it, surely anyone can.
- I had to be careful where I parked up. If the ground cambered a little too much in the direction of the side stand then it was difficult for me to pull it upright again. Although not a heavy bike (version I had was the same weight as an XJ6), it's a very top heavy bike. You do get used too it, but was something always in the back of my mind as I'm no Popeye. Guessing your current bike is similar though so may not bother you.
The good parts?
- Definitely the engine. I hardly speak from experience but it's quite good fun and has ample torque.
- So easy to ride. Smooth gears, great engine and stability.
- Very basic suspension on the Roadie, but when set correctly, a pillion and / or luggage wasn't noticeable.
- Loads of space to lug stuff around, and ample tie down points. I do have a picture somewhere from a trip to my parents where I took holiday clothes (bro's wedding abroad), stuff I needed when staying at my parents, work gear and bike stuff (including a cover and heavy duty chain). I didn't have panniers so that all went on the back. Twas fine.
- Tends to get a good vote from pillions (grab rails are very well placed). I know a lot of couples on the Tiger forum who prefer to tour on the 800 instead of the 1200.
- Road presence. My dark and dreary winter commutes weren't a bother as people seemed to notice me. Lights are nice and high up and I witnessed more people moving out my way than I do on the ickle Street.
- The side stand is as tough as old boots. No worries about climbing onto the bike when it's on the stand. I have seen some reports of folks walking away from their Tiger after pulling up and it rolling off the stand. I'm sure for most it was user error. Through fear of something like that happening I instinctively leave my bikes in gear anyway.
Only did 12,000 miles out of mine in 11 months of ownership - but never had any issues and the dealer I use in Chesterfield have always treated me well.
I think that's all... Sure I've missed something, but you know I'm getting forgetful now I've hit 30, ha ha!