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Good things are worth waiting for.
We arrived at Colemans this morning just as the staff were wheeling the bikes out for the day :D Not that I was impatient or anything :shutup: Walked in and feast my eyes on the most lovely thang :love: Much more betterer than I remembered and looking very smart with her new colour matched Givi screen installed. In fact I could hardly drag my eyes off her, once I swung my leg over that was it, I did not think I would be able to get off to sign some paper work :rockon:
Small problem was discovered, my new and improved boots prevented me from getting my toes under the gear lever :pinch: However, I can almost, flat foot it so if I had had my old boots I could have ridden away, but, I didn't... A rumage was had and it was discovered that the link rod off a B King fitted at a pinch, but the lever was a bit high :blink: But It would have got me home. Then we found that one off the 1200 Bandit fit like it was meant to be :D I opted to put a set of bar risers on her too, to improve my riding attitude a bit.
Spent a few minutes filling out paperwork and I was good to go. True to word the bike came with a new WOF, 6 months rego and a full tank of gas, they also fit a new front tyre for me as the one on it was still legal, but needed replacing soon.
The bike was wheeled down the ramp for me and I was OFF! I opted to take a bit of a roundabout way home for some reason. I went Albany, Riverhead/Coatesville/Peak Road onto SH16 to Wellsford. Rottten shits have the road dug up at KKK and they were grading and sraying it. My bike is no longer showroom condition, it is covered in roadworks sploodge :angry:
From Wellsford Puhoi looked like a good place to stop for lunch, them burgers are so yummy. Then a quick spin down to Edbears to show off and back home again.
Needless to say I love the bike. it fits like a glove, my knees tuck up to the tank perfectly, the whole package just feels right :yes:
She is limber and very light. Her ability to flick through corners is "laugh out loud in your helmet" good. I dont think it would take very much effort to have the front wheel off the ground :shit: She seems to have a bit of go in her. I went on a "private/closed" road for part of the way home, and had a bit of a play, I managed 130 in 3rd and still had some more, but I had to slow for a corner. I imagine that she could well produce similar results on the open road :pinch: I will have to be careful I think :yes:
She has plenty of torque, and will pull away in top no problem at all. She loves working hard and has really good brakes, though I do have to do some minor adjustments to lever position.
george formby
2nd April 2011, 15:31
it fits like a glove
First words that sprang to mind seeing you sat on the bike.
Enjoy.:scooter::sunny:
Oblivion
2nd April 2011, 15:46
Is there going to be a poll with the potential names of the bike?
Anyway, Enjoy your new bike :woohoo: I'm sure the splooge will buff right out. (Probably)
James Deuce
2nd April 2011, 15:46
The screen looks brilliant. Makes the bike look really special.
Congratulations.
Latte
2nd April 2011, 15:53
+1 on the screen, good choice to colour code it.
YellowDog
2nd April 2011, 15:56
Congrats on the new ride.
Great colour :yes:
steve_t
2nd April 2011, 16:04
I like how massive your smile is. Even in the 2 photos with your helmet on, you can tell you're grinning ear to ear :niceone:
Maha
2nd April 2011, 16:12
Its real tidy and very cool to ride.
The screen?...yeah I now want one for the Honda, just for touring purposes you understand.
I was quite eye-browed at how it deflects the wind, I know thats what they are designed to do but still suprised.
Dealing with Colmans was a brilliant experience.
The little things they attended to this morning is what its all about. 10/10 guys.
Maha
2nd April 2011, 16:12
I like how massive your smile is. Even in the 2 photos with your helmet on, you can tell you're grinning ear to ear :niceone:
The smile was still there even in the last pic...:yes:
James Deuce
2nd April 2011, 16:14
Can you get chapstick for tonsils?
Congrats Mom on the new ride.:msn-wink:
Very nice looking blue that!:yes:
Smifffy
2nd April 2011, 16:37
I love that warning in pic 3.
LOOKOUT!! >>>
Smifffy
2nd April 2011, 16:37
Nice bike, when you riding the CNI?
Bonez
2nd April 2011, 16:38
You go girl.
Jacko2
2nd April 2011, 16:48
I Like It! :2thumbsup:2thumbsup
Is there going to be a poll with the potential names of the bike?
Anyway, Enjoy your new bike :woohoo: I'm sure the splooge will buff right out. (Probably)
No, I have a name, I have just confirmed it, and you are the first (well second actually cos Maha knows) she is called Millie.
I like how massive your smile is. Even in the 2 photos with your helmet on, you can tell you're grinning ear to ear :niceone:
I still am! Honestly, my face is actually stating to ache here :yes:
The smile was still there even in the last pic...:yes:
Until that really tough looking dude with the german helmet and skull mask praked his POS bike between me and Millie :angry: Still it was amusing to see the transformation once he got off the bike and took off his helemt etc :laugh:
Can you get chapstick for tonsils?
I dont think so, but I am off to the shops to buy some of that Sensodine stuff. I think I was "stung by a jelly fish" while riding today :killingme
+1 on the screen, good choice to colour code it.
Congrats on the new ride.
Great colour :yes:
Congrats Mom on the new ride.:msn-wink:
Very nice looking blue that!:yes:
I know, honestly I only went in to Cloemans to see if I fit the bike, I had my eye on wone down the line, one look at Millie and her fate was sealed :facepalm:
Nice bike, when you riding the CNI?
Funny you should say that, there are plans for an Easter road trip to the naki :sunny:
chasio
2nd April 2011, 18:04
She's a beauty.
Congratulations Anne - they're high on my list if I can ever afford to add to the stable!
:sunny:
Pwalo
2nd April 2011, 18:19
Well done. Great bikes them Bandits.
bsasuper
2nd April 2011, 18:30
A new WOF!, I believe dealers have to give one if its to old, I had to laugh when a dealer made a big song and dance about a new WOF, when in fact the shop legally had to put a new one on, When I pointed this out to him he had nothing else to make the bike sparkle
congrats on a awsome bike, enjoy
slofox
2nd April 2011, 18:39
Lovely Mom - fabulous bike and fabulous pictures. Best thread I have read today.
Edbear
2nd April 2011, 19:58
The smile was still there even in the last pic...:yes:
It was still as wide when you guys popped in here! :yes: Was great to see the happiness and I couldn't agree more it's a fantabulous bike in fantabulous condition! Of course I just had to whip out the phone and take a pic or two....
Maha
2nd April 2011, 20:37
It was still as wide when you guys popped in here! :yes: Was great to see the happiness and I couldn't agree more it's a fantabulous bike in fantabulous condition! Of course I just had to whip out the phone and take a pic or two....
Looks like are off out again tomorrow, dont think we will need an alarm to wake us up...:corn:
Bit of conditioning for the pending easter trip.:scooter:
monkeymcbean
2nd April 2011, 20:42
Great bike 'mom' and you look good on it, a new bike is such a buzz. :wings:
I had a gsf 650 s, loved it, they do have some go.....my grandmothers name was 'millie'
PrincessBandit
2nd April 2011, 20:44
have to agree with everyone else - fabulous!!!! congratulations, she's a beauty!
Spearfish
2nd April 2011, 20:52
at least 10 characters.
"I'm not trying to tell you how to suck eggs, but be careful bedding into your new ride.
Thanks, and I hear you. I have been riding for a long time now, I got my "full" in 1976, I have had some breaks away, but have ridden all sorts of bikes over the years.
I am not fool hardy by any means, and sadly this baby will be a commuter for the most part, so I will make sure I enjoy any time I get off the beaten track so to speak.
I am what defines nana, and I embrace it with my whole being. I love being out on 2 wheels, and value my life too much to take risks that might compromise it. I have a wonderful husband an 5 great kids that I am not in a hurry to leave anytime soon.
Yes I will be carefull, and yes I will give it berries and have a bit of fun mystyles, at every opportunity I get.
DangerMice
2nd April 2011, 21:13
I got my "full" in 1976
An awesome year that, given it was the year I entered the world. :woohoo:
Fantastic looking bike, have fun!
Maha
2nd April 2011, 21:27
I was still at school....3rd form...:facepalm:
Good ole' TB injection for every new kid at high school in them days...:blink:
I think it got phazed out soon after? 76' may have even been the last year for the big jab.
Whatever someone might say, I did NOT go downstairs just to say goodnight to Millie!
FJRider
2nd April 2011, 21:36
Whatever someone might say, I did NOT go downstairs just to say goodnight to Millie!
Just checking the garage door was shut ... right ... :corn:
Oblivion
2nd April 2011, 21:39
Just checking the garage door was shut ... right ... :corn:
Imagine how gutting it would be for Mom if thieves stole the bike on the first day :gob:
I don't want her chasing me with a blunt metal object surely. :blink:
FJRider
2nd April 2011, 21:50
Imagine how gutting it would be for Mom if thieves stole the bike on the first day :gob:
I don't want her chasing me with a blunt metal object surely. :blink:
She wouldn't risk your survival ... by using a sharp object ... blunt objects do less damage ...
but hurt more ... :yes:
Oblivion
2nd April 2011, 21:52
She wouldn't risk your survival ... by using a sharp object ... blunt objects do less damage ...
but hurt more ... :yes:
So.....Who wants to go house raiding.....uhhhh I mean warming :innocent:
FJRider
2nd April 2011, 21:58
So.....Who wants to go house raiding.....uhhhh I mean warming :innocent:
They have a guard cat ... :shit:
Oblivion
2nd April 2011, 22:03
They have a guard cat ... :shit:
Dammit :facepalm: I can't run over it with my Karma can i now....
Usarka
2nd April 2011, 23:15
I was still at school....3rd form...:facepalm:
Good ole' TB injection for every new kid at high school in them days...:blink:
I think it got phazed out soon after? 76' may have even been the last year for the big jab.
Nah jab was still happening up until about '85 or so.
Gremlin
3rd April 2011, 02:42
No more frustrated posts about trivial things?
No more frustrated posts about trivial things?
Dont be silly, there needs to be many, many posts about trivial things to give you guys something to complain about :bleh:
Hey speaking of trivial things, how do I turn off Norton constantly asking me to go online and try out their evaluation package, it must have come preloaded on the laptop.
Just checking the garage door was shut ... right ... :corn:
No, I had already been down there to check that :bleh: I was putting the recycling down there, and then having a look at what she looks like with the ventura pack on, and then generally admiring her shiney curves :facepalm:
davebullet
3rd April 2011, 08:25
Lovely looking machine. It looks quite unique too with what looks like a frame slider behind the headstock / triples. The blue is quite distinctive. You have to double take to realise it is a bandit. It's personalised, just as a bike should be. The Givi screen is a great match.
Maha
3rd April 2011, 08:26
No, I had already been down there to check that :bleh: I was putting the recycling down there, and then having a look at what she looks like with the ventura pack on, and then generally admiring her shiney curves :facepalm:
Whoa! flashback to night we met...:love:
Lovely looking machine. It looks quite unique too with what looks like a frame slider behind the headstock / triples. The blue is quite distinctive. You have to double take to realise it is a bandit. It's personalised, just as a bike should be. The Givi screen is a great match.
Thanks, she was parked across the road from the Bridgey yesterday and I was sitting back drooling at her loveliness from afar and I said to maha, from this angle you would wonder just what she is.
Whoa! flashback to night we met...:love:
:o :yes: :shutup: :love:
Whoa! flashback to night we met...:love:
Which part?
She'd already been down to check that.
She was putting the recycling down there.
Or generally admiring her shiny curves.
:whistle:
Maha
3rd April 2011, 09:24
Which part?
She'd already been down to check that.
She was putting the recycling down there.
Or generally admiring her shiny curves.
:whistle:
You left out the ventura pack....:innocent:
You left out the ventura pack....:innocent:
That was entirely intensional! I figured Ventura didn't exist back when you met?:innocent:
Toaster
3rd April 2011, 10:00
Its real tidy and very cool to ride.
The screen?...yeah I now want one for the Honda, just for touring purposes you understand.
I was quite eye-browed at how it deflects the wind, I know thats what they are designed to do but still suprised.
They are very beneficial indeed. I am not a fan of them generally, but find the practicality of my screen just awesome. Especially being electrically adjustable. Great for wet and/or cold weather riding.
ynot slow
3rd April 2011, 10:41
That was entirely intensional! I figured Ventura didn't exist back when you met?:innocent:
The wheel was JUST invented when they met.
OK funs over back her into the kitchen Maha.
Old Steve
3rd April 2011, 14:00
Now that's just the bike which should be ridden down to Mt Maunganui on next Sunday, 10th April, for the TECT Trust Rescue Helicopter run. Gather at from 11.00 am in Nikau St, Mt Maunganui, leave on the run at 12.00 mid-day for a scenic tour of Mt Maunganui and Tauranga.
11.00 am, that gives you plenty of time to leave at 7.30 am, to stop off at Browneys just 6 km passed Katikati for a late breakfast. (I'm assuming you're on the north side of the coat hanger)
You could be leaving by 1.30 pm for a ride back over the Kaimais, afternoon tea at the Okoroire Pub, up SH27, over through Tahuna, and home by 5.00.
Now that's just the bike which should be ridden down to Mt Maunganui on next Sunday, 10th April, for the TECT Trust Rescue Helicopter run. Gather at from 11.00 am in Nikau St, Mt Maunganui, leave on the run at 12.00 mid-day for a scenic tour of Mt Maunganui and Tauranga.
11.00 am, that gives you plenty of time to leave at 7.30 am, to stop off at Browneys just 6 km passed Katikati for a late breakfast. (I'm assuming you're on the north side of the coat hanger)
You could be leaving by 1.30 pm for a ride back over the Kaimais, afternoon tea at the Okoroire Pub, up SH27, over through Tahuna, and home by 5.00.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmm, now thats a thought :yes: Best check with head office first though. I do need to get a few k's under my belt as we're heading away over Easter on the bikes.
Ocean1
3rd April 2011, 16:46
Ain't new toys grand?
Just ease up on the polishing though, m'dear, you'll be through the chrome if you keep that up.
MadDuck
3rd April 2011, 17:28
Congrats Mom.
It is a very purdy bike in the flesh thats for sure.......Way too shiny!
Congrats Mom.
It is a very purdy bike in the flesh thats for sure.......Way too shiny!
I was impressed with myself and I did not clean off that sploodge right away, I dont want to wash her bare :shit:
What a figgen pleasure she is to ride. Had to drop back a bit on the way home today, I had fuel guage flashing shit happening, and I dont know how far she goes without running out. I am not used to these new fandangled fuel gauges, give me a reserve tank any day :pinch: I am going to have to do some playing and take a litre or 3 of gas with me to find out exactly what she will do :yes:
My grin seems to be permanent! The buzz is embraced and mmmmmmmmMMMMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmm...
I have my gear all laid out for the morning. I have packed my spare BIG gloves in case the hand specialist makes me a brace that I cant wear in my normal gloves :pinch: I bought a couple of 3M command hooks to take to work so I can hang my gear up. The pack is on the rack, my shoes and my coat hangers are in there, there is room for my lunch box and drink :baby: I have pinched Maha's disk lock, best I remember to go and get the keys too :yes:
Tink
3rd April 2011, 17:51
I was impressed with myself and I did not clean off that sploodge right away, I dont want to wash her bare :shit:
What a figgen pleasure she is to ride. Had to drop back a bit on the way home today, I had fuel guage flashing shit happening, and I dont know how far she goes without running out. I am not used to these new fandangled fuel gauges, give me a reserve tank any day :pinch: I am going to have to do some playing and take a litre or 3 of gas with me to find out exactly what she will do :yes:
My grin seems to be permanent! The buzz is embraced and mmmmmmmmMMMMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmm...
Bugger we made it to Mangawhai I forgot to write down your number:facepalm:, I swear I saw Madduck, we ended up at the Smashed Pipil... I so wanted to see the new bike... :)
Bugger we made it to Mangawhai I forgot to write down your number:facepalm:, I swear I saw Madduck, we ended up at the Smashed Pipil... I so wanted to see the new bike... :)
No worries, we always go to the Mangawhai Pub. Had a great ride out and am looking forward to my morning commute :sunny:
Grant`
3rd April 2011, 18:18
Nice looking bike, looks a lot bluer in person heh, saw you at the Pub today when we came in for a bit of a feed.
Was a great day for it :-)
Nice looking bike, looks a lot bluer in person heh, saw you at the Pub today when we came in for a bit of a feed.
Was a great day for it :-)
Are you shy????
I dont bite hard (often) :blip:
Yeah, she is bluer than a blue thing.
You were not on that really chopped hog were you?
Grant`
3rd April 2011, 18:24
I did say hi to you guys, but only just saw the pictures of the bike on here now to put 2 and 2 together, not a regular poster on here.
You won't catch me on a harley or any type of cruiser for that matter, I was riding a honda cb1000r.
I did say hi to you guys, but only just saw the pictures of the bike on here now to put 2 and 2 together, not a regular poster on here.
You won't catch me on a harley or any type of cruiser for that matter, I was riding a honda cb1000r.
Just as well, he was fully patched :killingme
Cool, well you should make yourself a bit better known, we have regular Norf/WW type get togethers.
Edbear
3rd April 2011, 18:47
I was impressed with myself and I did not clean off that sploodge right away, I dont want to wash her bare :shit:
...:yes:
I bet Maha would love that...:yes: I usually suggest that's how my wife should do the ironing but our son has moved back home and kinda spoils that... :bye:
Grant`
3rd April 2011, 18:50
Was that the guy that arrived just as we were leaving, wearing shorts ? :facepalm:
Maha
3rd April 2011, 18:52
Bugger we made it to Mangawhai I forgot to write down your number:facepalm:, I swear I saw Madduck, we ended up at the Smashed Pipil... I so wanted to see the new bike... :)
We didn't pass you on the way out, we take a few back roads rather that go through Wellsford. If you ever get up that way again get to the Tavern for the real Mangawhai experience, quite a few bikers there today.
Maha
3rd April 2011, 18:53
Was that the guy that arrived just as we were leaving, wearing shorts ? :facepalm:
Mr tough Head Hunter?
Tink
3rd April 2011, 18:55
We didn't pass you on the way out, we take a few back roads rather that go through Wellsford. If you ever get up that way again get to the Tavern for the real Mangawhai experience, quite a few bikers there today.
Ah well thems the breaks.. did you not pass the smashed Pipi? I swear that was Madchooks Harley... bloody long ride on the motorway... gotta have fun going up there or you get very bored!
Maha
3rd April 2011, 18:58
Ah well thems the breaks.. did you not pass the smashed Pipi? I swear that was Madchooks Harley... bloody long ride on the motorway... gotta have fun going up there or you get very bored!
Yes ya go past it to get to the Tavern.
Grant`
3rd April 2011, 19:01
Mr tough Head Hunter?
Yes that would of been him lol.
FJRider
3rd April 2011, 19:08
:yes: I usually suggest that's how my wife should do the ironing but our son has moved back home and kinda spoils that... :bye:
WOULD ONLY ... for him ...:innocent:
Was that the guy that arrived just as we were leaving, wearing shorts ? :facepalm:
Yeah, and the nice fresh patch, the graphics on his bike were very nice though :yes:
Grant`
3rd April 2011, 21:02
Yeah, and the nice fresh patch, the graphics on his bike were very nice though :yes:
I didn't actually get to see his bike up close, some of the guys I was riding with were parked by him obscuring my view.
Maha
4th April 2011, 06:56
...and off she goes to work on the beloved Millie....yes smile still there...:yes:
Edbear
4th April 2011, 19:02
...and off she goes to work on the beloved Millie....yes smile still there...:yes:
How'd she go? How many tanks of gas has she used already?
...and off she goes to work on the beloved Millie....yes smile still there...:yes:
My boss actually asked if I was going out to stroke her today, as I was coming back from the bathroom :lol:
How'd she go? How many tanks of gas has she used already?
Oh, Ed, this bike is dreamy stuff. I will be planning to ride all weathers.
I had to leave very early this morning as I had to go and see a hand specialist for my finger. I had no idea really where there were, and spent about 20 mins doing lots of low speed manouvers, with the sun in my eyes to boot. No problems at all!
Gassed up on the way home - I almost took the very long way home but might leave that for Wednesday night. SH17/Coatesville Riverhead/SH16/Woodcocks, I should be home by dark :D
Edbear
4th April 2011, 19:17
My boss actually asked if I was going out to stroke her today, as I was coming back from the bathroom :lol:
Oh, Ed, this bike is dreamy stuff. I will be planning to ride all weathers.
I had to leave very early this morning as I had to go and see a hand specialist for my finger. I had no idea really where there were, and spent about 20 mins doing lots of low speed manouvers, with the sun in my eyes to boot. No problems at all!
Gassed up on the way home - I almost took the very long way home but might leave that for Wednesday night. SH17/Coatesville Riverhead/SH16/Woodcocks, I should be home by dark :D
Hmmmm, that's what my Mum used to say, "Be home by dark!" Them's were the days, eh..?
I here tell there were gherkins involved in the finger issue... the mind boggles...!:blink:
I here tell there were gherkins involved in the finger issue... the mind boggles...!:blink:
I walked in the Hands On today and saw a woman that treated me the last time I broke something in my hand. She laughed :pinch: as I waddled in in all my gear. I took my HUGE winter gloves in , cos I knew the splint would be a bit too big for my usual ones. She wants an X-Ray so she can see where the bit of bone is. When it let go it was not a nice feeling.
You should see the thing, makes such a HUGE difference to comfort levels, but does nothing for typing ability :rofl:
And pickles suck! :yes:
Edbear
4th April 2011, 19:27
I walked in the Hands On today and saw a woman that treated me the last time I broke something in my hand. She laughed :pinch: as I waddled in in all my gear. I took my HUGE winter gloves in , cos I knew the splint would be a bit too big for my usual ones. She wants an X-Ray so she can see where the bit of bone is. When it let go it was not a nice feeling.
You should see the thing, makes such a HUGE difference to comfort levels, but does nothing for typing ability :rofl:
And pickles suck! :yes:
So pickles suck the gherkin big time... 'specially where fingers are involved... :shutup:
So pickles suck the gherkin big time... 'specially where fingers are involved... :shutup:
Gherkins suck the kumara :yes: That and old age :shutup:
Just very happy it was index finger, just imagine... :motu:
Edbear
4th April 2011, 19:55
Gherkins suck the kumara :yes: That and old age :shutup:
Just very happy it was index finger, just imagine... :motu:
Surely you're too much of a lady to make that kind of gesture...? :gob:
As if....
Surely you're too much of a lady to make that kind of gesture...? :gob:
Indeed :yes: :facepalm: :shutup: :shit: ??? :love:
Had a laugh out loud moment on the way to work this morning. My commute starts in a 50 area, that becomes a 60 area, that becomes an 80 area and then to 100.
I was pootling along in the 60 zone and thought I was going a bit fast :innocent: and looked down at the clock, nope was fine :sunny:
So I opened the throttle a bit more and headed out to the 80 area. OK, so now I really think I am going a bit quick and glance down just over 90 on the clock (digital btw), that was confusing. Then it friggen dawned on me. We had adjusted the clock for daylight savings before I left and had obviously put the speedo/trip metre into MPH!
I had launched myself out of town in a hell of a hurry :rofl: Thank goodness there was no plod around, not sure he would have believed that story somehow :pinch:
Am enjoying my commute. Had the blustery/squally weather on the way home tonight, at times so bad I simply had to laugh at myself. I have a perfectly great, all the bells and whistles car, and I choose this method of transport :scooter:
Edbear
5th April 2011, 18:52
Had a laugh out loud moment on the way to work this morning. My commute starts in a 50 area, that becomes a 60 area, that becomes an 80 area and then to 100.
I was pootling along in the 60 zone and thought I was going a bit fast :innocent: and looked down at the clock, nope was fine :sunny:
So I opened the throttle a bit more and headed out to the 80 area. OK, so now I really think I am going a bit quick and glance down just over 90 on the clock (digital btw), that was confusing. Then it friggen dawned on me. We had adjusted the clock for daylight savings before I left and had obviously put the speedo/trip metre into MPH!
I had launched myself out of town in a hell of a hurry :rofl: Thank goodness there was no plod around, not sure he would have believed that story somehow :pinch:
Am enjoying my commute. Had the blustery/squally weather on the way home tonight, at times so bad I simply had to laugh at myself. I have a perfectly great, all the bells and whistles car, and I choose this method of transport :scooter:
Sounds a bit suss... I'll believe you, this time... :innocent:
Sounds a bit suss... I'll believe you, this time... :innocent:
I am sitting here, the weather outside is horrible. Cold, blowing a gale and driving rain. I am planning extra layers, my thermal linings back in my pants and some more cat crap on my visor. There must be something wrong with me :shit:
Little Miss Trouble
5th April 2011, 19:22
I am sitting here, the weather outside is horrible. Cold, blowing a gale and driving rain. I am planning extra layers, my thermal linings back in my pants and some more cat crap on my visor. There must be something wrong with me :shit:
There shouldn't be much if any rain tomorrow but it may be rather chilly, http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain®ion=nzni&noofdays=7 thankfully I went shopping at the Icebreaker outlet shop last time I was out near the airport - merino that doesn't itch!
Grant`
5th April 2011, 19:27
There shouldn't be much if any rain tomorrow but it may be rather chilly, http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain®ion=nzni&noofdays=7 thankfully I went shopping at the Icebreaker outlet shop last time I was out near the airport - merino that doesn't itch!
The oxford chillout gear works really well for stopping the wind coming though.
There shouldn't be much if any rain tomorrow but it may be rather chilly, http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain®ion=nzni&noofdays=7 thankfully I went shopping at the Icebreaker outlet shop last time I was out near the airport - merino that doesn't itch!
Yeah, it was a bit cool coming home tonight, I was warm as toast at work and elected not to put on my tights,neck warmer, blah, blah.
I am a big fan of merino, I wear it summer and winter. And yes, the warm stuff will be fully engaged tomorrow for sure.
Tony W
5th April 2011, 20:21
I am sitting here, the weather outside is horrible. Cold, blowing a gale and driving rain. I am planning extra layers, my thermal linings back in my pants and some more cat crap on my visor. There must be something wrong with me :shit:
NOW tell me you aren't thinking about a car ! :innocent:
NOW tell me you aren't thinking about a car ! :innocent:
Dude, not sure why you have chosen me to be your new annoy buddy, but fuck off eh! Dont bring your down to my reality. For the record, I may never drive to work again!
Edbear
5th April 2011, 21:20
NOW tell me you aren't thinking about a car ! :innocent:
Ooohhh, them's fightin' words them are... :facepalm:
Edbear
5th April 2011, 21:44
Dude, not sure why you have chosen me to be your new annoy buddy, but fuck off eh! Dont bring your down to my reality. For the record, I may never drive to work again!
LOL!!! He just doesn't understand the situation. Those who know you and have seen your new bike and your beaming smile understand... :yes:
LOL!!! He just doesn't understand the situation. Those who know you and have seen your new bike and your beaming smile understand... :yes:
I have this dumb brace thing on my finger now. I am using my HUGE winter glubbs that I usually wear over my gloves. Problem is they are not warm :angry: I am about to go hunt out the winter woolie gloves to see it they fit over the brace. Failing that, I am going braceless :D
Edbear
5th April 2011, 22:20
I have this dumb brace thing on my finger now. I am using my HUGE winter glubbs that I usually wear over my gloves. Problem is they are not warm :angry: I am about to go hunt out the winter woolie gloves to see it they fit over the brace. Failing that, I am going braceless :D
I'm pleased for the ce in braceless, it would be very bracing otherwise... :shutup:
Little Miss Trouble
5th April 2011, 22:42
I have this dumb brace thing on my finger now. I am using my HUGE winter glubbs that I usually wear over my gloves. Problem is they are not warm :angry: I am about to go hunt out the winter woolie gloves to see it they fit over the brace. Failing that, I am going braceless :D
I'm planning to finally put heated grips on my bike this winter as a birthday present to my self
I'm planning to finally put heated grips on my bike this winter as a birthday present to my self
Funny you should say that, as I was riding home last night I thought what a great birthday present they would make :D
Gremlin
7th April 2011, 01:03
Funny you should say that, as I was riding home last night I thought what a great birthday present they would make :D
You mean you girls don't have a bike with them fitted from factory? :blink:
FJRider
7th April 2011, 07:14
Funny you should say that, as I was riding home last night I thought what a great birthday present they would make :D
When does it get to to the sub zero temperatures up that way ... ??? :blink:
And how cold does it get ... ??? :sunny:
There was ice on the windscreen here yesterday morning ... :gob:
Hawk
7th April 2011, 07:20
fj
they have a different kind of hot grips up in Auckland they don't need a power supply to work not like the one we have done here.
oh btw
Mom nice ride
fj
they have a different kind of hot grips up in Auckland they don't need a power supply to work not like the one we have done here.
oh btw
Mom nice ride
Thanks. I have been riding her all week, and have had an absolute ball!
It gets cold enough for this gal, I am doing an early morning commute and that will start in sub zero temps if last winter is anything to go by.
hellokitty
9th April 2011, 19:01
Well, I met Millie today, and she is so pretty!!!!!!!
Edbear
9th April 2011, 19:15
Well, I met Millie today, and she is so pretty!!!!!!!
Couldn't agree more! A lovely bike and seeing it made me miss my old GSX-F600! :bye:
DR650gary
9th April 2011, 20:20
I'm planning to finally put heated grips on my bike this winter as a birthday present to my self
I bought 8 sets of these last year. I bought a couple early in the year and they worked so well I grabbed another 6.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Motorcycle-Heated-Grip-Pads-Heaters-MX-Enduro-Road-Bike-/260720754954?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cb42b010a#ht_2758wt_905
With postage ended up less than $10 each and we have fitted them to a few of our bikes. We changed the switch to a fully waterproof one but they worked fine. I still have a spare set and will be fitting that to my TDM tomorrow. The hardest part for me is figuring out where to put the switch so it is easy to reach with gloves on.
DualStar also do a similar kit with 2 levels of heat but at closer to $US30. A rheostat from DSE or Jaycar can also be fitted giving variable heat.
Cheers
hellokitty
9th April 2011, 21:05
I'm planning to finally put heated grips on my bike this winter as a birthday present to my self
Funny you should say that, as I was riding home last night I thought what a great birthday present they would make :D
Yeah, heated handgrips are the best! Nothing worse than numb hands.
I found with my dodgy thumb that the heated handgrips helped with the pain too, the warmth kept it down to a dull ache instead of the usual loud roar of pain :yes:
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