Moderator DirtyDT Posted December 27, 2013 Moderator Share Posted December 27, 2013 I hope everyone had a great Christmas. Santa brought me some great biking bits; A Bultaco open face helmet A pair of Halcyon goggles - with tinted lenses A white silk motorcycle scarf I am really made up and I am so pleased with what Santa chose for me. That sorts out my classic look for my old bikes rideouts however there is more. Some of you may know that I sold my SV before Christmas, this has left me with no main bike. During the holidays I have been looking on Fleabay for another commuter and saw some "possibles" in the local Yami main dealers. I wanted a naked bike and really was set on a XJ6-N. The local dealer had 3 used ones between the 2010 to 2011 range in stock so I thought I would pop down and have a look when the reopened after Christmas. They also had a white FZ8-N which had a few scuffs on it. Taking a chance, I popped down there this morning to find that they were open. I had a look at the used XJ6's, and to be fair, they were very nice. I also had a look at the used white FZ8. I wandered over to look at the new XJ's and they were heavily discounted, enough to justify buying new. Looking around them what really stood out was the swingarm, I really disliked the look of it. I decided that the FZ8 was going to be a better buy so I went over to have a second look. It did look nice but by the window were a pair of new FZ8's, one blue and one black. Strolling over I saw the OTR price was really competitive! Before I left home my partner said "make sure you buy something that is safe and is what you want". Dilemma time!! So, out of the shop for a quick ciggie and serious think..... Back in the shop I started talking to the shop owner about the new FZ'8's. Any more discounts etc. We agreed on a discount on any other merchandise in the shop and I picked up a AGV Skyline helmet. We agreed a price for the helmet and a bike (black) and I paid the bill. I am now (well soon to be) the owner of a new black FZ8N. The bike is to be registered on 2nd January 2014 - so a 2014/63 plate - and I am going to pick the bike up (Thursday). I got home and got the insurance sorted on it. At home I told my partner what I had brought and she said she is happy if that was the bike I wanted. To top it off I said that I needed to throw my jacket and trousers in the wash to Nikwax wash and reproof them. She told me to buy some new stuff so a selection of Alpinestars and Dainese gortex jacket, trousers and gloves are on their way too. Spent too much money but all purchases should last me a while...... A library picture of the new steed. It should look like this: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhat250 Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Wow" bloody ell Newman, she spoils you,, great buy , 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bippo Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Bloody hell DDT!! What a win! Well done you, looking forward to seeing pics of it.And as for your woman, definitely a keeper, ha ha!!Christmas was really good for me too, more camping gear so no excuses next year! In terms of biking stuff:ROK straps, handlebar bag (easier to get my work pass out of!), roll top bag, top box liner bag, new winter gloves, key ring, acoustic earplugs, Triumph t-shirt and jacket, loads of winter socks.In addition to the tank bag I bought myself shortly before Crimbo I think I did pretty well! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sacha Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feliks Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Lucky!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy xs Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 Very Nice DT Thinking about it, it's what I'd choose if I had the wonga, liking the black too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilninggas Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 That looks sweet - enjoy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Airhead Posted December 27, 2013 Moderator Share Posted December 27, 2013 Blimey what a fantastic Xmas Numan, the bike looks spot on in black, You're really gonna look look the part in the open face lid in the TS, I expect to see it at squires next year, I keep mulling over getting one myself but not sure about the goggles with wearing glasses ! I got me a Belstaff wax cotton jacket (old one) its not a trialmaster though but It's very nice all the same... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator drewpy Posted December 27, 2013 Moderator Share Posted December 27, 2013 wow, nice one/ Look forward to seeing some more on this and the openface with gigs. Got a NOS goggles despite its glass (laminated I hope) should be up for some longer touring escapes then? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator DirtyDT Posted December 28, 2013 Author Moderator Share Posted December 28, 2013 Cheers girls and guys. I am looking forward to picking it up on Thursday. I haven't brought a new bike since 1994 so after 20 years I must be due one. The Bultaco lid, goggles and scarf look great on and if there is a Squires in 2014, they will be there. I can remember John wearing an open face and goggles a couple of years ago there - on the DT I think??. Paul - Well done on getting anything waxed, I missed out on a 2 piece Trailmaster jacket and trousers a couple of years ago. 99p with no bidders or reserve and I forgot to check it when it was a short time left to go. It didn't sell but they re-auctioned it and it went for a couple of hundred quid. I have my old Lewis leather jacket that I like wearing on the TS. It's so last season I'll throw some pictures up when I get it and the good thing is I will only have to wash it once, when I sell it, so I have saved myself one bike wash too . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grouch Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Nice bike what a beast. I didn't get bought anything but I treat myself to a new jacket and an half decent pair of winter gloves. I think I'm going to get a decent helmet now the sales are on. I've been dying for a full face with tinted visor since first getting on the road. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Well done mate, a great looking bike..................but nobody gets nowt for nowt, what's the good lady after? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neversaydie Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Nice one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator DirtyDT Posted December 29, 2013 Author Moderator Share Posted December 29, 2013 Well done mate, a great looking bike..................but nobody gets nowt for nowt, what's the good lady after? She isn't after anything. I did have one of those in the past but I am lucky I have a really great lady now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewElvisFan Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 Well done mate! Jealous much lol. What more could one man want? A great bike, great gear and to top it all a great lady! Happy new year Numan! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 She isn't after anything. I did have one of those in the past but I am lucky I have a really great lady now. Well done then mate. btw I didnt mean that in a bad way 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator DirtyDT Posted December 29, 2013 Author Moderator Share Posted December 29, 2013 Well done mate! Jealous much lol. What more could one man want? A great bike, great gear and to top it all a great lady! Happy new year Numan! Cheers, and to you and your's Andrew. Hope to see you in 2014 Well done then mate. btw I didnt mean that in a bad way No offense taken Jimmy. Don't worry, us English will be able to put that wall back up next year . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgen Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 Really nice bike, bet your wishing the days away lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewElvisFan Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Definitely up for something this new year - even if squires turns into a charity shop lol. Hopefully this year without L plates! Enjoy your bike Thursday fingers crossed the weather will be kind! Btw my mate got himself a RC helicopter for christmas and he's invited me round for a play....... hehe! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator DirtyDT Posted December 31, 2013 Author Moderator Share Posted December 31, 2013 .............even if squires turns into a charity shop..................................Enjoy your bike Thursday fingers crossed the weather will be kind!......Not a lot of difference there then.They forecast showers and less windy so lets see what happens and hopefully not too wrong.All the new biking gear has turned up and I got a Givi black bikini screen for it. The doorbell hasn't stopped ringing and started with a delivery of a 6 yard skip this morning.Btw my mate got himself a RC helicopter for christmas and he's invited me round for a play....... hehe!Never had one but I have always been fascinated by them. I think Cynic is into RC stuff but I don't know what he has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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