mardi 31 octobre 2017

GSX750F Luggage

I've bought a '99 GSX750F as an all-round road bike but will be doing some touring on it. The longest trip I've got planned is 10 days down South in March 2018.

I'm looking at what luggage to get. So far I have a nice Givi magnetic tank bag.

The bike came with a top box which you can't knock functionally but man it's hideous. As I've got it already I guess I'll use it on longer trips.

I'd like to get some saddlebags as well. There's dozens of options online but I want some input from people who own the same model bike because I know you don't always get a good result from slapping any old bags on a bike (made a hole in one many years ago when it caught on the rear tyre :facepalm:)

I want something that fits without any dicking around, even if it means installing mounting brackets etc. Not keen on having elaborate bungee cord setups, only takes one to fail and get wrapped in the chain/wheel, bugger that.

Not keen on hard luggage because it's generally more expensive. I could be persuaded tho.

I will go into the local bike shops but they don't have a massive range and tend to be more expensive.


GSX750F Luggage

It's a new lap record!

Well done fine sir, well done...

Go directly to jail......

Do not pass go and do not collect $200.......:sweatdrop


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It's a new lap record!

centers on a reduction



centers on a reduction

responsible for Western Desert attack



responsible for Western Desert attack

Robo Bike



Robo Bike

lundi 30 octobre 2017

Phillip Island Classic 2018

Anyone going to this?
Went a couple of years ago, was a great meeting up & close to some very exotic machinery, Colin Edwards racing for Team America & Troy Corser racing for Team Australia along with Jeremy McWilliams should be good


Phillip Island Classic 2018

Bike hire - Auckland

I have my L-R test coming up and my blinking bike has started playing up. Given I have learnt on a GN I would like to sit the test on a GN to keep life as simple as possible rather than try to learn the nuances of a new bike right before the test. Does anyone know where I can hire GN's for test's (I am on the shore as is my test),

thanks in advance


Bike hire - Auckland

##Saigon traffic wtf ????##

Just got back from a couple of weeks in Saigon.What a fucken awesome place!!! You tube traffic in Saigon and you will get an idea of it if you havn't been!!!!
Total chaos but it works, crossing the road is the first thing to learn you just slowly cross without stopping or speeding up and the scooters go around you.
Apparently about 95% of vehicle registrations is motorcycles (they call scooters motorbikes).Saw a little kid about 2 years old in a mall looking at a scooter on display twisting his right hand like a throttle looking at it he probably learnt that before walking ;),scooters are more than just transport to them its like a way of life.A barman I was talking to rides his 125 scooter to visit his parents once a month the trip is 4 hours each way!! They dont give a fuck they just do it as its the norm.If you ever get a chance go and experience this mad awesome place!! :headbang:


##Saigon traffic wtf ????##

2018 Triumph Speedmaster- beautiful!

Wow. This must be one of the most attractive modern classic looks Triumph have produced to date. Nailed it Lads. Bloody beautiful in the black & white trim. Similar riding position to the 2004 America I once owned. That was comfy but sadly lacking power. This new 1200 engine should raise the bar a bit.


2018 Triumph Speedmaster- beautiful!

RMZ250 ChCh engine work

Recommendations please for who to talk to re getting some engine work done on an 05 RMZ250

Pretty sure the valves need some loving and might as well look at piston/rings/bore while its apart

Cheers


RMZ250 ChCh engine work

Drivng on NZ Roads

I drove down to Manfeild on Friday and back today and made some observations as I was driving.

Why do people try and overtake vehicles in the passing lane doing just over 100K?

I saw a car run out of overtaking lane and end up on the other side of the road...lucky nothing was coming the other way.

IMHO better to go flat out and risk a ticket than do that.

Why do logging trucks think its ok to pass another logging truck on a passing lane with a line of cars behind them?

Why do other countries have a decent motorway between cities and we have a goat track, the section around Taupo is a joke.

I figure it will never happen.

Why is there no motorway past Hamilton?

I appreciate they need to do roadworks but SH 1 seems to be just one long line of cones and stop/go signs.

I was impressed with how quick a Porsche could overtake me and two trucks and just miss the oncoming truck by a couple of

seconds.:niceone:

If that's what its like all the time the road toll comes as no surprise really.

And that fecking Southern Motorway...

By the time I got home I was over driving only to find my drive blocked by...cones....:eek:

Anyway I'm still buzzing from riding and old bike fast....work should cure that tomorrow :weep:

Please don't reply Cassina as your a fuckwit.


Drivng on NZ Roads

dimanche 29 octobre 2017

Two hour

Two hour
for those of you as behind the times as I was until half an hour ago the two hour is on the weekend of 25 26 November, NOT the original dates of 18 19, it has been moved to avoid the rescheduled AMCC round at Hampton downs


Two hour

POTW Winner, week 43/2017: Tazz

Congratulations to


Winner of Picture Of The Week


FIRELIGHT DR350
FIRELIGHT DR350



Submit pictures to POTW from full image view of any picture in one of your public albums.


POTW Winner, week 43/2017: Tazz

connection with the murder



connection with the murder

diocese said no attack



diocese said no attack

samedi 28 octobre 2017

security officials and politicians



security officials and politicians

Fuel for GN

Does it matter if you run 91, 95 or 98 in a GN 250? Thanks


Fuel for GN

including racial and ethnic background



including racial and ethnic background

Shark Fishing

Malcom Turnbull,the Prime Minister of Australia,takes a day off to escape the pressures of the job.
He decides to go sailing off brisbane,after a few hours on the ocean he spies an enormous mega-yacht at anchor and is curious so he sails close to it.
He is absolutely astounded to recognise 3 figures on deck:US President Donald Trump,the Duke of Edinburgh and Nigel Farge.
Between them they are pulling an Aboriginal man out of the water on a lenght of rope.
Prime Minister Turnbull grabs a loudhailer and calls across to them.
"Gentlemen I am profoudly moved by your act of compassion.I have read much in the press about you being racists.
I will never believe any of these stories ever again. Good luck!"
As he sails away into the distance Nigel Farge asks,"Who the hell was that?"
Donald Trump replies,"I have no bloody idea."
Prince Phillip observes,"One things for sure,he knows bugger all about shark fishing!"


Shark Fishing

stormed the building



stormed the building

trivialising sexual assault.



trivialising sexual assault.

vendredi 27 octobre 2017

Parts & Accessories Bike Blue Bike Lift...

... and a Small Yellow Bike Jack... and a Blue Bike Lever.

Not getting used any more due to Bike Table Lift making them redundant.

Pickup in Wanganui.

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Halloween jokes

Halloween Jokes

Why Pumpkins Are Better Than Man

1.Every year you get a brand new crop to choose from.

2.No matter what your mood is,pumpkins are always ready to greet you with a smile.

3.One usally makes a better pie.

4.They are always on the doorstep there waiting for you!

5.If you don't like the way he looks,you just carve up another face.

6.If he starts smelling up your place,you can just throw him out.

7.From the start you know a pumpkin has an empty,mush filled head to begin with.

8.A pumpkin is turned on [ lit-up ] only when you want him to be.


Top Ten Reasons Why Trick-Or-Treating Is Better Than Sex.

10.You are guaranteed to get at least a little something in the sack.

9.If you get tired,wait 10 minutes and go back at it again.

8.The stranger you look,the easier it is to get some.

7.You don't have to compliment the personb who gave it to you.

6.Person you are with doesn't fantasize you're someone,you already are.

5.If you get a stomach ache,it won't last 9 months.

4.If you wear leather and chains no one thinks you're kinky.

3.It doesn't matter if kids hear you moaning and groanihg.

2.Less guilt the next morning from over indulging.

1.If you don't get wgat you want at one place,you can alwaysgo next door to get more.


10 Things That Sound Dirty On Halloween But Aren't....

1.So what'd you get in the sack?

2.Once you get under the sheet,start moaning and groaning!!!

3.Just hop on that broomstick and ride it.

4.Those small suckers are gone 9in a few licks!

5.I got the best piece from that house.

6.Quit screwing on the porch!!!

7.Stick your hand in and guess what you're feling....

8.It was so filled and heavy,I had to use 2 hands!!!

9.They'll suck you dry if they get their teethin yiu.

10.I bobbed and bobbed,but couldn't get my mouth around it!


Halloween jokes

jeudi 26 octobre 2017

Help for WOF

Hey Fellow Bikers,

I'm planning to buy a bike with no WOF.
The seller claims it should fly off without any issue.
I wondering if someone would be kind enough to to inspect the bike for me.
Happy to pay for the time and crack a few beers.
Bike is a 250 suzuki and located in Silverdale.
Any help would be appriciated.

Cheers,
Nash


Help for WOF

Yamaha RZ500 parts

Hello everyone, I purchased one of these earlier in the year and its missing some parts, do you know of any NZ sources for used parts for these bikes?

Peter


Yamaha RZ500 parts

New Brighton street races - What happend?

Hey Team,

Was speaking to my father in-law who made mention that there used to be street racing in Christchurch (New Brighton and Avondale?) looking into it further we even had Joey Dunlop doing a demo lap on the Britten back in 94, can anyone remember why they canned the event? I know it would be rough trying to push for it now with all the earthquake damage and noise restrictions etc. just want to know why they stopped it.

Thanks guys


New Brighton street races - What happend?

express session to remove him



express session to remove him

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Parts & Accessories Triumph America Pillion Seat (2005)

Triumph America Pillion Seat - from a 2005. This is the standard pillion seat from the factory. As new condition, removed from new bike to allow the fitment of a larger pillion seat.

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$50 o.n.o.

027 285 1163
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Parts & Accessories Triumph America Pillion Seat (2005)

Parts & Accessories Triumph America Front Guard (2005)

Brand new 2005 Triumph America Front Guard - never fitted. Metallic Green. Purchased as a spare but no longer have the bike.

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Parts & Accessories Triumph America Front Guard (2005)

mercredi 25 octobre 2017

pill to lip



pill to lip

showed up for a hearing



showed up for a hearing

Suzuki magicTr50 advice reliability advice please

Hi all looking forvadvicevon Suzuki tr50 street magic
With regards to reliability .
Doing a long bike ride 1500 miles for charity
And as it is a twist and go was wondering if they would be up to the job as would be doing 200 miles a day so they will be working at max most of the time .
They have to to a certain size in order to qualify for the event I was considering a honda gorilla but suzi are a little bit bigger not much but enough to notice and make it a bit easier thanks all in advance


Suzuki magicTr50 advice reliability advice please

custom leather jackets

Now everybody is apparently wearing Leather jackets. For the reason, these jackets are deemed as the absolute most favorite outerwear by women and men and they're loved unconditionally. For the reason, a leather jacket, and the way it appears on a man has come to be very important to men. Leather Collection is offering custom leather jackets for everyone.


custom leather jackets

Windscreen adjuster widget

Anyone know where I can buy one of these black adjustable windscreen gadgets ?

My current windscreen causes buffeting around my helmet and so needs to be a bit taller.
Rather than playing trial & error with adding on bits, this adjuster looks like just the business.

This photo was taken on a bike traded into a dealer. The dealer had never seen one before.

Any suggestions from the audience ?
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Windscreen adjuster widget

mardi 24 octobre 2017

Don't ewes Harley guys do any maintenance?

I can hardly (see what I did there?) give these things away.

Surely this is good value for the home mechanic?

http://ift.tt/2iuDXUZ


Don't ewes Harley guys do any maintenance?

LAMS restricted vs full power ecu

A conversation with a friend led me to wonder, what is the difference between the LAMS-restricted and full power versions of the SV650?
Does anyone here know? Friend reckons not much difference (ie not worth doing when one finally has a full licence)

Google searches return only old results with comments about clipping wires - not useful comments on actual performance.


LAMS restricted vs full power ecu

Illinois governor enlists



Illinois governor enlists

Ive gone full Raj

Well, thats not technically true cos i havn't had anyone go downfor my crimes on a bike, but i digress...

I do now own a pair of pretty wank factor white boots. Gaerne Gp1's. Thank you boyds, the most overkill commuting boot i never new i needed. Highly recomended.

...for those of you new to the game, raj = yamahar64life and latterly criminal.


Ive gone full Raj

Poverty measure ... doesn't make sense to me

Watching TV news this morning and some guy was talking about poverty. He said the measure was defined in New Zealand as the households that make less than 60 per cent of the median disposable income. Fine. I did fail school cert maths but one thing I was good at was statistics.. I started thinking.

The median is the middle point in a series. The point that separates the top half from the bottom half.

Now I can understand making a dollar value the 'poverty line' but I don't understand making it a percentage of the median. If the goal is to eradicate 'poverty', then saying 60% less than the median is useless because no matter what you do, there will always be people 60% less than the median. If you increase the dollars those people at the bottom get, then yes, they get more dollars but then the median goes up so there are still the same number of people 60% below the median.

Am I wrong? I did say I failed school cert maths (41 years ago).


Poverty measure ... doesn't make sense to me

lundi 23 octobre 2017

Bikes Zxr 250 a 1990

A mate is selling his ZXR. $1 reserve auction so worth a crack.

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Bikes Zxr 250 a 1990

Insurance

Do insurance premiums change based on licence held? Ie restricted rather than learners?


Insurance

Canterbury: 1000k south island

So who has registered for the 1000k ride in south island on the 4th nov and which ride are you doing.


Canterbury: 1000k south island

WTB WTB: Alpinestars Valparaiso 2 | Shoei Neotec | Oxford Heated Grips | Spotlights

As per thread title; looking at buying a few things, just thought I'd throw out some feelers on the off chance anyones got any of the below they are looking at shifting:

- Alpinestars Valparaiso 2 ( Medium | Black)
- Shoei Neotec ( Medium | Black )
- Oxford Heated Grips
- Spotlights

Ping me if you've got any of the above.

Thanks


WTB WTB: Alpinestars Valparaiso 2 | Shoei Neotec | Oxford Heated Grips | Spotlights

dimanche 22 octobre 2017

POTW Winner, week 42/2017: Maha



POTW Winner, week 42/2017: Maha

Parts & Accessories ZX14 ZX14R Yoshi system

Having a clearout this weekend

http://ift.tt/2zvdY2X


Parts & Accessories ZX14 ZX14R Yoshi system

Seahawks vs Giants 2017 Live



Seahawks vs Giants 2017 Live

samedi 21 octobre 2017

Clutch whine advice.

I am hoping someone can offer some insight into this.

A while back, the bike developed a bit of a whine whenever the clutch lever was pulled, there was also a small but noticeable pulse while riding in the friction zone.

A recent misfortune involving roadworks, stones, and a radiator has the bike up on the table and while the fairing is off, I thought it best to have a look at the clutch assembly.

And here is the problem, or possibly part of it, the Pull Rod(#46102) is nicely chewed up and the Release Lever(#13102) also looking a little bit shabby.

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What causes this? Is it just these parts failing and in need of replacement, or a symptom of another problem?

When replacing these should I, as a matter of course replace anything else, needle bearings etc.

The bike is on 22000 kms, and prior to this, the clutch has not been opened.

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vendredi 20 octobre 2017

TM 28 carb too heavy on the throttle pull.

The TM28 pumper slide carb on my DRZ250 seems to need a lot of force at the throttle. The issue seems to be a too heavy gauge return spring on the main shaft. Cables move freely, throttle has no binding. Anybody know if this is a common complaint or of any fixes.


TM 28 carb too heavy on the throttle pull.

leather biker jacket

Some leather biker jacket are somewhat pricey, but it is possible to find good quantity online for reasonable rates. It's an extremely special leather jacket with the double armour system on the external shoulder and elbow to provide you the best protection.


leather biker jacket

Raro.....who has been there recently?

Going back after six years, just keen to get an update on any must do or must see things that may be new. Fly out for 14 days on Thursday this week


Raro.....who has been there recently?

First Bike

Looking to buy a first bike. Seen a Suzuki Intruder VL 250 but the chrome muffler is a bit bluish which seems to be from over heating. The sales guy says the choke was left open which caused the over heating - is this correct ?. Can the bluish marks be polished away. Any comments will be greatly appreciated. Don't want to end up buying a lemon. Thanks


First Bike

Thought

It is the month of june,on the shores of the Black sea.It is raining and the little town looks totally deserted.
It is tough times,everbody lives in debt,and everybody lives on credit.
Suddenly a rich tourist comes to town.He enters the only hotel,lays a 100 Euro note on the reception counter,and goes to inspect the rooms upstairs in order to pick one.
The hotel proprietor takes the 100 Euro note,and runs to pay his debt to the butcher.
The butcher takes the 100 Euro note,and runs to pay his debt to the pig grower.
The pig grower takes the 100 Euro note,and runs to pay his debt to the supplier of his feed and fuel.
The supplier of feed and fuel takes the 100 Euro note and runs to pay his debt to the town prostitue that in these hard times,gave her services on credit.
The prostitue runs to the hotel and pays off the debt with the 100 Euro note to the hotel propietor to pay for the rooms that she rented when she bought her clients there.
The hotel proprietor then lays the 100 Euro note back on the counter so that the rich tourist will not suspect anything.
At that moment,the rich tourist comes down after inspecting the rooms and takes his 100 Euro note,after saying that he did not like any of the rooms,and leaves town.
No one earned anything.However,the whole town is now without debt,and looks to the future with a lot of optimism.
And that is how a capitalist ecomomy works.


Thought

jeudi 19 octobre 2017

Gear Dainese racing D1 / Delta Pro C2 jacket/pants combo

Jacket currently sold in store for $900.00
Pants currently sold in store for $750.00
- $1650

Condition of jacket: New-ISH (Some damage on the right shoulder)
Condition of pants: New

Size 48 jacket & pants

Both items connect together via 360degree zipper

All parts purchased 3 months ago;-standard Dainese warranty in effect accordingly.

Send me a private message if you're interested

Also willing to sell each item separately, private message me

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Gear Dainese Delta Pro C2 pants

Currently sold for $750

Brand new with original tags.

Missing right knee slider as I used it on another suit. I have a reasonably unused knee slider that I can supply with purchase. (Current price of new set of dainese knee sliders - $50)

Size 48

Great deal if you are looking for some size 48 pants, only drawback is the small scratching on one used slider.

Pants purchased 3 months ago;-standard Dainese warranty in effect accordingly.

Send me a private message if you're interested

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Gear Dainese Delta Pro C2 pants

WOF Question?

Random question, my local VTNZ says they only do WOFs on bikes up to 250cc because they say that is all they are qualified to do.

I thought the 250cc rule vanished with LAMS... anybody know if there is a different rule for warrants?


WOF Question?

hyosung gv250 mods

Hey guys

I have a 2011 hyosung gv250 and would like some help/info/advice on mods and upgrades and so on.

I would love to buy a bigger bike something with a roar and about of grunt behind it but with my partner not being aloud to work for medical reasons means I won't be buying anything bigger anytime soon so might aswel stick with mods for now.

First of all
Exhaust I have the 2 - 1 (personally I think it's ugly)
I removed the baffle but as I work start work at 11pm and finish at 4am I dont think my neighbors would appreciate the extra noise hahah. Also the missus said I couldn't keep it that loud.
So I cut the first 2 inchs off which gave it a bit of a deeper louder tone but also a ruspy sound when reving.
So question is what aftermarket slip-on or full systems do you recommend
Any ideas what I can do with my current set up or is the 2 - 2 style pipes that the gv250 comes out with any better.
I want louder but also deeper and if possible a more gruntier sound but also something that looks good. Not overly bothered about performance but any gains would be good as long as Im not losing power.
Is it as easy as swap old for new or are there other things I have to take into consideration.

Secondly
Has anyone got any experience or knowledge on the MAGNUM Smart-Tune Motorcycle Fuel Tuner Performance Module
Are they any good
Are they worth the money
Is there any point
Are they reliable

Also what over mods in the way of
- Looks
- performance
- practicality
Do you recommend or am I wasting my time and/or money
Open to all ideas and all positive and negative feedback (constructive criticism)

Thanks in advance for any advice/help/info
Cheers


hyosung gv250 mods

CRF250L Rally Thread

Can't see that anyone has started a thread for these yet. Just picked up mine today so thought I might share my experience with the bike and anyone else that has one feel free to add your comments.

I got the bike this afternoon from Hamilton Honda - top people by the way. Then I rode across to Rotorua - first 120 odd km.

The thing that strikes me first about these bikes is how incredibly versatile they are. Sure that means compromise, but that's not a bad thing. It will happily sit on 120km cruise with little vibration. Position is comfortable on the road - seat a little hard but plenty of room to move around and change position. Maybe I will need some work on the seat for long distance riding. The screen is great. Actually better than my VFR. I'm 5'9" so just right for my height.

The handling and suspension are great (for a lower powered bike) on the twisty bits specially. The thing with a smaller engine you have to work it - and these enjoy being worked a bit. It's a very engaging ride when it's about riding rather than relying on power.

The biggest criticism of these that I've seen is why didn't Honda put a 300cc or 450cc engine in them? I think in a way that's missing the point. The bike is great fun to ride and more power would just mean more expensive to run. It's kind of getting back to the bikes of my youth - cheap transport that has a big grin factor. The bikes I remember most fondly are simple dual purpose bikes like an XL175 I had in my teens, and an XL250 Degree I got 15 years or so back when I got back into riding. The Rally captures the essence of those bikes but with a modern twist - ABS, decent suspension (compared to those older bikes), good cruising speed, decent range, while still having great fuel economy and being simple and relatively light.

The "Rally" name of course is just marketing. This is not a race bike by any means. It's more like a junior Africa Twin adventure bike. But I'd be way more confident taking this basically anywhere compared to a larger adventure bike. I'm hoping to get some more challenging riding experiences over the summer so I'll report back on how "Africa Single" goes.
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Parts & Accessories Bike hoist/table lift

Bike hoist/table lift. Finished rebuilding the bike so no longer need it. Contact me on021 2114431 for info.


Parts & Accessories Bike hoist/table lift

Motor bike lift table. 1000 lb capacity

1000 lb lift capacity. Finished rebuilding the bike so no longer need it.
Contact me on 021 21144321 for details.


Motor bike lift table. 1000 lb capacity

motorcycle jackets for men

To get the right motorcycle jacket, you should pick a jacket that is going to keep you warm in cold weather and guard your body from minor injury in case of a collision. Leather Collection is certainly one of the very best place to buy leather motorcycle jackets for men.


motorcycle jackets for men

WTB Looking for XT225 inlet manifold, Scorpio may work?

Looking for a XT225 inlet manifold, the rubber one. Been told Scorpio fit?

Yes I can get a new one but will be next week and want to play with it on the weekend. :rolleyes:

In Aucks.


WTB Looking for XT225 inlet manifold, Scorpio may work?

Yamaha fans... and tricycle pedlars.

Next month could see some interesting news... EICMA

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And of course the T7.

Most definitely a twin Tenere, not the desert blaster prototype, but to me that would be a perfick NZ all roads bike.


Yamaha fans... and tricycle pedlars.

mercredi 18 octobre 2017

Bikes 1991 Kawasaki ZZR250

Selling due to moving overseas on the 21st of October so the bike will need to be paid for and picked up before then. Buyer fell through so looking for a quick sale. I will be available any time for looking/picking up the bike until 12 on Saturday. Contact me on 0273528072 Click image for larger version.  Name: 20171012_163646.jpg  Views: 0  Size: 579.4 KB  ID: 332953Click image for larger version.  Name: 20171012_163724.jpg  Views: 0  Size: 496.6 KB  ID: 332954Click image for larger version.  Name: 20171012_163629.jpg  Views: 0  Size: 569.7 KB  ID: 332955Click image for larger version.  Name: 20171012_163654.jpg  Views: 0  Size: 532.7 KB  ID: 332956

Reliable commuter bike, runs great but needs a couple of things done to get a WOF all of it due to wear and tear and since I am moving I do not have the time to get it sorted. Bike has cosmetic damage to the fairings on both sides from a previous owner. Price has been adjusted accordingly

WOF sheet in pictures, done by Action Bike Wreckers. Price to fix all that's needed is approx $450 At Cycletreads using a second hand tire or $450 At Spectrum with a brand new tire or $350 with a second hand tire.
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Bikes 1991 Kawasaki ZZR250

My first new bike

Hi all,

Tomorrow I am going to be picking up my new bike, my first brand new bike.

Any and all advise on how I should be running the bike in is welcome.... well.. within reason, I understand what I am opening myself up to on this site.

I will of course speak with the dealer before I take it away but I feel it is always better to seek advise from multiple sources.

Cheers all in advance,

Tim


My first new bike

WTB Wanted: Drz400sm

Looking for a DRZ400SM.
All bikes considered, Budget around $5000.


WTB Wanted: Drz400sm

mardi 17 octobre 2017

WTB DRZ400E/S/SM Tall Seat

Looking for a tall seat for my DRZ400SM e.g SDG brand :niceone:


WTB DRZ400E/S/SM Tall Seat

Bridgestone tyres in Auckland?

I've been without a bike for a few years and finally got a new one a couple of months ago but now it needs some new tyres.

Back in the day Cycletreads was the place to go for a good deal and always had what i was after, I gave them a call the other day looking for a Bridgestone S21 and the guy told me they don't have any and made it sound like it's been some time since they sold one.

According to the Bridgestone website the S21 is their current sport model, so either Bridgestone has fallen out of favor or Cycletreads isn't the place I remember.

This isn't a dig at Cycletreads, I'm just a few years out of touch.

I think I'm going to head down to Boyds in Hamilton but thought I'd let the community enlighten me first :dodge:


Bridgestone tyres in Auckland?

Starter rebuilds in Bay of Plenty

Can anyone recommend someone to rebuild a starter motor in the Bay of Plenty? The starter on my 2005 Speed Triple is toast and I'm trying to decide between new replacement (~$400) or a local rebuild.


Starter rebuilds in Bay of Plenty

Motorcyclists are 3rd most likely to die on the road.

This is a new statistic out today putting vehicle drivers and their passengers ahead of motorcyclists which should mean lower ACC premiums for motorcyclists and higher premiums for other vehicles as you are more likely to die in them than on a bike.


Motorcyclists are 3rd most likely to die on the road.

lundi 16 octobre 2017

Bikes Yamaha Mt-03 LAMS

Hi all,

My Yamaha Mt-03 is up for sale.
2016 model and still under warranty, done 6000 odd kms so in tidy and near new condition.
LAMS approved and a great learner bike, was something different from my DRZ and a great commuter and fun weekend bike.
Also has aftermarket K&N filter and exhaust, these add no power but add a bit of something to the sound. Originals also included.

Fast enough and economical, with an upright riding position.
For those who don't know basically a naked Yamaha R3 and one of the quicker current LAMS bikes.
I looked at the Duke 390's, BMW G 310R and Z300, but liked the looks and the ride of the MT-03 the most.

Never dropped and well looked after, I'm just moving overseas otherwise I'd keep it.

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Bikes Yamaha Mt-03 LAMS

dimanche 15 octobre 2017

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