Goff

I would luuuuuuurve one o' them baby's - but im too fuckin short

Go for the FJR - theres a reason why they call it the "Dullville"..........

lol, why thankya kind sir Although my large gob makes up for my lack of height Most definately. Its a compeltely different style of riding altogether. The cruiser is far more laid back and relaxed, the sports much more aggressive. I used to ache like fuck all across my shoulders and back when i came back from a long ride on my CBR. The grin factor is completely different too. I now have a "fuck did you see all those lovely roads" as opposed to "fuck did you see me take on those twisties" conclusion (hence why i have the Bandit cos i sometimes miss the adrenalin rush of the twisties) I find that i dont feel as "pushed" by other riders on sports bikes too. I used to feel like i HAD to race, or i HAD to keep up just cos i was on a sports bike - im sure some of you know what i mean. I LOVE my cruiser and the stye of riding it offers, and i love the laid back, no rush, enjoyable feling i get from it too, and i cant see me ever going back again on a permanent basis.

Yep - what he said. You would soon get bored with the 250 and want soemthing with a bit more gunt. I have the 650 too and it does everything i want it to do and more. Im 5ft 1 and find it one of the easiest bikes to manoevre on my own. The bhp on them is low anywhoo so a restriction kit will make little or no difference whatsoever. The Dragstar 650 is my first cruiser after riding crotch rockets for longer than i care to remember, and its a fabby bike!

With age comes experience. With experience comes knowledge so to all you youngsters out there without this essential piece of information, read and learn what a woman says and what she actually means - i reckon this should be on the boys school curriculum from the age of 11 FINE:- This is the word women use to end an argument when they feel they are right and you need to shut up. Never, ever use 'FINE' to describe how a woman looks - this will cause you to have one of these arguments! FIVE MINUTES:- This means at least half an hour and theres nothing you can do to hurry it up so dont even try. NOTHING:- This means 'Something', and you should be on your toes. 'Nothing' is usually used to describe the feeling a woman has of wanting to turn you inside out, outside down and back to front! 'Nothing' usually signifies an argument that will last 'Five minutes' and end with 'Fine'! GO AHEAD:- (With raised eyebrows). This is a dare. One that will result in a woman getting upset over 'Nothing' and ending with the word 'Fine'! GO AHEAD:- (Normal eyebrows) This means 'I give up' or Do what you want because I dont care'. You will then get a 'Go ahead (raised eyebrows)' after a few minutes, followed by 'Nothing' and 'Fine' and she will talk to you in about 'Five minutes' when she cools off! LOUD SIGH:- This is not actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A 'Loud Sign' means she thinks you are an idiot at that moment and wonders why she is wasting her time standing there and arguing with you over 'Nothing'! SOFT SIGH:- Again, not a word, but another non-verbal statement. 'Soft Sighs' mean that she is content. The wise man does not move or even breathe at this stage and she will stay content! THATS OKAY:- This is one of the most dangerous statements a woman can make to a man, 'Thats Okay' means she wants to think long and hard before paying you back for whatever it is that you have done. 'Thats Okay' is often used with the word 'Fine' and in conjunction with a 'Raised Eyebrow'! PLEASE DO:- This is not a statement, it is an offer. A woman is giving you the chance to come up with whatever excuse or reason you have for doing whatever it is that you have done. You do have a fair chance if you tell the truth, so be careful and you shouldn't get a 'Thats Okay'! THANKS:- A woman is thanking you! Do not faint. Just say 'You're welcome'! THANKS A LOT:- This is very different from ' Thanks'. A woman will say 'Thanks A Lot' when she is really angry at you. It signifies that you have offended her in some callous, uncaring way and will be followed by the 'Loud Sigh'. Be careful not to ask what is wrong after the 'Loud Sigh' as she will only tell you 'Nothing'.

OMG!! Thats shitty! Glad yo are both ok though. Will the Espace driver vouch for the wagon being on your side of the road? Did you get his number? If so pursue this!! I hope you get your bike fixed soon.

Its Ttaskmaster and his weapons of mass distraction.......honest He is obsessed with bike sheds dontcha know......

Easy tiger - its bluddy chilly out there dontcha know - ill settle for a cosy bus shelter and a bag of chips later.....

I live near Manchester - if you can get yer ass up here i can put you onto the guy who did mine. (piccies on me profile) - ill give you his number if you like - very very cheap too.

Not QUITE the weapons i had in mind *childish snigger*

you can find that info on any good motorcycle training school site, just google "A2 motorcucle category" and see what it throws out at you. Im feelin a whole lotta love in this forum right now...........

What Ttaskmaster said (fuckin hell im agreeing with him AGAIN! ) Personally i think rake kits look the dogs bollox, but i havent ridden a bike with one on. I have a piccie of a dragstar with a 5 degree rake kit on:..... And i got that from this site: VStar 1100 dot com It was on page 6 of the gallery, number 17 down on the far left. you could email its owner and ask for their advice Seeee....even i can be helpful when i want.

Lets see if yer Auntie Goff can help: A1 Light Motorcycle Complete CBT and motorcycle theory test. Take training and motorcycle test on a machine greater than 75cc but not exceeding 120cc (unless it is a 125cc machine and does not have adequate power to qualify for the A2 licence). On passing your test you can ride up to a 125cc without L-Plates and carry a passenger. A2 Restricted Licence You must be aged 17 or over. First pass the CBT and motorcycle theory test. Taking your training on a 121cc – 125cc bike with at least 12 bhp. When you pass your test, you will be able to ride a bike of any cc, as long as it is restricted to a 33bhp. Motorcycles that are normally over 33bhp can be restricted, but you will be required to have a certificate of restriction. You can ride this without L-plates and carry passengers. This restriction is for 2 years, after this time you are automatically able to ride anything you want! This is the only bike licence option available to those aged 17-20. Accelerated Access This is available to anyone who has taken either an Automatic licence, an A1 Light motorcycle licence or an A2 Restricted licence. You must be over 21. There is no need to retake either the CBT or the motorcycle theory test. The motorcycle test must be taken on a machine in excess of 47 bhp. The outcome will be that you then hold a full motorcycle licence. Full Unrestricted Category A Licence (Direct Access Scheme) You must be aged 21 or over to be eligible for this. Complete a CBT & motorcycle theory test. Then take a motorcycle test on a bike with a power output of 47bhp or more. On passing your test, you will have a full unrestricted licence. Your road training will be taken on a large bike with L-Plates. You can only ride a large bike when accompanied by an authorised Direct Access Scheme Instructor. Please note that this information is only a guide. The laws are remarkably complicated even for those that actually made them.

Good job i like you innit........

Worthless without piccies! Show us yer big weapon (*snigger*)!!!

Nice bikes you got there

It is YOU who needs to learn some manners pal. If you had had enough intelligence to browse the forum and maybe even say HELLO before steaming in with such a curt attitude then you would know that Ttaskmaster offered you some sound advice, and in no way was there anything rude about his post. As for the forum getting panned elsewhere - i doubt that very much. You didnt even have the decency to introduce yourself or tell us anything about yourself or your bike - THAT is rude. Nor in the biking world....you wont last 5 minutes with an attitude like that. Talk to another biker like that to his or her face and you'll need a good dentist....but having said that i doubt you have the balls..........

Nice to have ya back honey

Welcome to our world. Enjoy your new bike!

The link doesnt show anything other than other links lol I havent any experience of riding a bike with a rake kit (im assuming thats what you're talking about), but i do know it will affect the turning moment of the bike - you will need to turn sooner to get round the corner. 5 degrees dont seem a lot but once it is on the bike it will make a difference, but one im sure you will get used to. Why not have a look on ebay for a bike with a rake kit on it - not necessarily a dragstar, and ask the seller? Be better to ask someone who has ridden one i reckon.

Certainly got the ugliest titties i've ever seen!

Ouch!! Sorry to hear about your off. Glad you're ok though and the bike is still rideable. As for fixing it up - i cant help you there but im sure someone will be along shortly who can

As has already been said. Its common sense. If you dont wear the right gear, whether it be boiling hot, freezing cold, whether you're going 200 miles or 2 miles - you are a fool - end of. Dress for the fall - not the ride.

You know me Sarah - always speak me mind and not one to keep me gob shut Agree entirely - glad you're feeling a whole lot better about it now and im sure that gixxer rider will get his just desserts........

Congratulations to you both. All the very best for the future!