Reply With QuoteWhich bit of Yorkshire would that be?Originally Posted by Der Amf
My bit of Yorkshire is rather more benign and banal, fortunately. Will be keeping a close eye on overnight temperatures though.
Which bit of Yorkshire would that be?
Its flippin wet in my bit of Yorkshire at the moment. Dont think Ive had a dry commute this week. Absolutely torrential coming down the A1 though County Durham this evening. At least its not cold yet though
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Found some photos ..... not too badI'm wondering how cool it'll look once it's got the L plates on
It's another waxed cotton Besltaff at 40% off this week - this time the medium length Crosby jacket in Mahogony. Another absolute classic.
Discount code is CRSBY40.
Absolute classic as you say. Best motorcycle jacket ever. Im seriously tempted to buy another.
I already have it in burnt cuero leather (it was previously owned by Matt, of Classic Rides YouTube channel fame), so this will make a great accompaniment. I think I'll be selling a couple soon, though, as they do rather mount up if you're not careful.
Dont forget to sign in. It brings it down to 313.50👍
I still have mine, bought when I was 16! It needs re-waxing and I'm sure it won't fit anymore but I'll have to dig it out later and try it on!It's another waxed cotton Besltaff at 40% off this week - this time the medium length Crosby jacket in Mahogony. Another absolute classic.
Discount code is CRSBY40.
Went to the big city, and 50 slightly damp miles later....
What a handsome little thing it is, this will be quite enough for me for a good while 🥰
^^^Lovely machine, congratulations
Thank you, I'm very happy on it and very happy with it: the proportions fit me just right, and I like its character.^^^Lovely machine, congratulations
Was it in the sale at Urban Rider? I had a look but the code didnt work for me unfortunately.
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New bike day for me today.
Missing the touring side and long travels on a bike, hence buying a BMW R1250GS.
Absolutely stunning ride and does everything really well, its been a long 4 weeks waiting to get home from work and getting it delivered today.
Cant wait for next week so I can get some miles on it.
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Cheers Tony, I was going to buy the Tiger 900 GT Pro instead until I took it for a test drive, the vibes on the new Tiger's were so bad that I turned to the BMW instead, night and day difference on a test ride of both...
Cracking two bike garage right there.New bike day for me today.
Missing the touring side and long travels on a bike, hence buying a BMW R1250GS.
Absolutely stunning ride and does everything really well, its been a long 4 weeks waiting to get home from work and getting it delivered today.
Cant wait for next week so I can get some miles on it.
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I'm considering whether to upgrade my 2013 R1200GS to a newer 1250 but I like off road riding, and I don't think I'll be as inclined on a 12k bike
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These two signs are back to back, thus banning motorcycles for about half a foot. What's the law on pushing a bike on the pavement?
Heads up that Quadlock currently has a 30% off sale if you need anything...
There is a case on Pepipoo where someone did this. He was fined for his actions. Personally I wouldnt risk it..
Below is some of the transcrip from the court case..🤓
I have seen the CCTV footage. On each occasion the appellant is on his bike driving towards the signs and the barrier. At the sign Mr B gets off his bike and pushes it past the sign before remounting the bike once he has walked with the bike past the sign.
The Traffic Management Order states that no person shall cause or permit any vehicle, except for a pedal cycle, travelling on the prescribed streets defined in column 2 to the schedule of this order to enter, proceed of wait in the prescribe street defined in column 3 of the schedule.
I am satisfied that the appellant did cause his bike to enter and proceed in the prescribed street set out in column 3.
I am satisfied that the sign at the location indicates motor vehicles prohibited. The sign does not indicate that the restriction applies only to vehicles that are being driven or that do not have their motors running. It means that motor vehicles are not permitted to proceed past the sign.
"The sign does not indicate that the restriction applies only to vehicles that are being driven or that do not have their motors running" - what a load of rubbish the sign clearly shows a bike with a rider on it...
Other than "posted speed limits" - that all/most other signs are an 'illustration' for the hard of thinking
(roadworks don't have to show a road roller or a scarifier)
Congrats! Saw your post on UKGSer. The GS is probably the most complete bike on sale today and capable of some astonishing things - its limit is the rider. It takes a bit of adjustment in riding style to get the best out of the Telelever front end and Paralever rear. But once adapted, you can trust it where traditional bikes would have a rider backing off. The 1250 torque + chassis enables it to challenge many sportsbikes if you are so inclined too.New bike day for me today.
Missing the touring side and long travels on a bike, hence buying a BMW R1250GS.
Absolutely stunning ride and does everything really well, its been a long 4 weeks waiting to get home from work and getting it delivered today.
Cant wait for next week so I can get some miles on it.
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I certainly have - I must have bought and returned at least a dozen pairs of jeans in the past, simply because they don't fit well enough that I'm prepared to wear them off the bike (or on it, to be fair). There's also the endemic issue of knee armour not necessarily being wear it needs to be when it matters, as well as the fact that lined jeans only offer partial protection in a slide.
Anyway, I recently bought a pair of these Pando Moto armoured leggings. They're an absolute game-changer in every sense, and I now wear my regular casual jeans when riding with the leggings underneath, without a worry. It's also really reassuring that the snug fit means the armour (both knee and hip) stays exactly where it should be. It's not unlike wearing a Knox armoured shirt - you really need to try it to understand how transformational it can be.
The 03's are AA rated, but Pando Moto have recently released an AAA rated version as well.
I'm still wearing bike jeans by Australian company "Hornee". Have even been known in colder months - to wear them socially.
They don't have armour pockets within, but I find the stocking knee armour from them or Knox is very good without adding to the overall warmth in the south of France in summer.
Only weakness is lack of hip armour, I feel.
I was offering an alternative to bike jeans, as opposed to asking who wears bike jeans
So sorry....................
I suppose the appetite for monitoring a spot will depend on the purpose of the ban. Near here is a motor-vehicle-less plaza through which delivery riders occasionally push their mopeds, without causing any bother than the cyclists. In my photo of half foot of banned road, the purpose is to stop the whole neighbourhood from being used as a shortcut, so getting off and pushing would be very much against the spirit of the restriction. Yeah, I won't be risking it neither
What I don't understand is that the sign is not at a junction, so I have to assumed it is a repeat sign. Otherwise, a motorcyclist can come from either side legitimately, as the interdiction starts at the sign.
It can be argued (and I have no doubt successfully) that the interdiction remains until it's ended, with a cream sign /black diagonal line. As such, it would indeed be illegal to ride/push the bike beyond the sign; but it would still be legal to ride up to the sign from either direction, and potentially turn back at the sign.
'Against stupidity, the gods themselves struggle in vain' - Schiller.
It allows all the residents of the street to get their motorcycle home but doesnt allow motorcycles to travel the length of the street.
It stops the street from being used as a rat run.
Has anyone had experience of registering an import? I applied for registration a couple of weeks ago and received notification today from DVLA that it needs to be inspected. Is this likely to be aggravation?
I bought this old CB360 cheap as a restoration project, Im in no rush as Im waiting on a new base and shed before I can even think about any real spannering.
This is the old girl in question.
I have been around this loop many times, I find the DVLA singularly obtuse and unhelpful.
Did you receive a NOVA certificate from the seller?
If not, you will need to contact HMRC to verify that no import duty is owing.
I have the contact details for the HMRC vehicles team, they are based in NI and are very helpful.
I will ping you a message with the details.
The best route to satisfying the DVLA is to get a dating certificate from a relevant owners club, the VJMC would be able to help.
The dating certificate is usually free for club members, with a fee for non-members which is comparable to the membership fee.
The dating certificate will require an inspection visit from a local marque specialist, the VJMC has representatives across the country.
You may be asked to pay travel expenses for the assessor, plus tea and biscuits
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Thats all sorted and done. All of that had to be in place to apply using form V55/5. From what I understand there are a small percentage that are selected for inspection rather than just issued a registration. Just not sure what that entails and if it can be problematic.
Exactly, the neighbourhood has a natural border to the north, and main roads on the other three sides. Until recently there were two one-way streets crossing east-west which were fairly busy but not an aggravation. Then a strangely wiggly line came down, north to south, dividing the neighbourhood in two, putting all the nicest houses on one side, and all the social housing on the other, removing the through traffic and introducing that eery housing-estate quiet which puts solo pedestrians on edge.
Todays entertainment.
I had a pair done by the wheel specialist in Birmingham. Theyd have been square if I attempted it. 🤪
All true and tuned to F#. Shiny.
Wheels are pretty easy.
Do you guys seal up the spoke holes and fit tubeless tyres? With the wheel ultra clean/new- I'd be tempted.
I Did. Well the wheel specialist did🤓
Superb first run out on my R1250GS this morning whilst I had a few hours free.
116 mile loop competed and the new tyres all scrubbed in, looking forward to a all day run on Tuesday with a couple of mates.
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Yeah - they're not scrubbed in ...............
I had to take my bike to the supermarket this morning as car is still in the dealer's ............ have to keep reminding myself that the tyres are the same temperature as my legs.
Think that is it in the garage for the winter.
I was at a Sammy Miller tour around his workshop.Todays entertainment.
He made lacing wheels sound interesting and fun,hes a great speaker.
My Triumph Street Triple will not be leaving the garage over winter but I bought this GS so I can use it any time of the year, loving the fact I wont have to clean the chain every time I go out in the colder months due to salt.Yeah - they're not scrubbed in ...............
I had to take my bike to the supermarket this morning as car is still in the dealer's ............ have to keep reminding myself that the tyres are the same temperature as my legs.
Think that is it in the garage for the winter.
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Im off to buy shares in ACF50 before you put your order in :). :)
Ah tbf, I wash my bikes often, the dirt and salt comes off with water haha
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