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  1. klingon's Avatar
    Couldn't agree more, on all three counts!

    I think there is a certain level of "help her because she's a girl" but I also see many, many cases where blokes help other blokes on here - and HEAPS of genuine people who will help any biker.

    And yes, there are those who seem to think that because you even glance their way it means they can get in your pants - and they do generally fit the stereotype of young, brash and stupid. That's their problem, but it can become just a wee bit tedious.

    As for the gay-bashing and other exhibitions of intolerance, I find it useful to remind myself that there are still elements in our society who are that closed-minded. I don't know any in real life, but it's good to come on here and go "wow! These people really do exist!"
  2. ducatilover's Avatar
    i wish i got to see N.I.N!!!!!
  3. Sully60's Avatar
    Quote Originally Posted by Winston001
    Ummmm........where's the icon for gabsmacked! Don't know much about motors but I thought valve stems were normally vertical...? And is that a valve without any stem....?

    Did this happen catastrophically or over time?

    Great blog. First time I've checked the KB blogs out.

    Winston
    Cheers Winston,

    Your correct they're supposed to be straight and complete. It's down to valve float caused by over revving as described the earlier blog entry about the 08 BoB.

    This is the best possible result post valve failure, trust me!
  4. Winston001's Avatar
    Ummmm........where's the icon for gabsmacked! Don't know much about motors but I thought valve stems were normally vertical...? And is that a valve without any stem....?

    Did this happen catastrophically or over time?

    Great blog. First time I've checked the KB blogs out.

    Winston
  5. cave weta's Avatar
    Thanks Laura!- I had such a good day myself.
    My face hurt from all the laughing!
    GET BACK HERE!
  6. EatOrBeEaten's Avatar
    Quote Originally Posted by samgab
    I actually like the gauges as they are.
    Also, beware of falling into the trap of spending money on this bike. End of the day, remember it's just a 250 learner's bike, and you're gonna want to move on up within a couple of years, and you won't get back money you spend on trinkets (even if at this stage you feel like you'll keep this bike long term, I think you'll be on a different bike within 2 years). If it's stuff you can do with mostly time and effort, like rust removal, sweet as, but don't go spending ca$h, tempting though it is...
    Exception to that is if it's a safety issue, like tires/suspension/etc. Spend whatever is needed to make it safe/safer.
    Just my opinion
    I'm not looking to spend $$$$ (as I don't have it), just make the bike better quality overall. She's been put through her paces the last 15 years and needs a bit of TLC to say the least! Rust removal and suspension issues are my two big projects, much as I'd like to really pimp her out....
  7. Non Biker's Avatar
    Hello Bikers Just thought that I should give you an update on the Wire Rope Barrier shields that I am developing. Ran into RED TAPE in September, it turns out that I cannot even mount my shields onto a Wire Rope barrier to trial them until the Manufacturer of the Wire Rope barrier gives me permission, As of last week I have managed to obtain permission from 2 of the 4 manufactureres.
    I am talking with one of them now about running tests, they have offered the Wire and Posts to me free of charge, I still have to find out where I can run the preliminary tests apart from the Wigram facility which charges about $ 40k per test.
    I will keep you updated.
    Regards
    Non Biker
  8. samgab's Avatar
    I actually like the gauges as they are.
    Also, beware of falling into the trap of spending money on this bike. End of the day, remember it's just a 250 learner's bike, and you're gonna want to move on up within a couple of years, and you won't get back money you spend on trinkets (even if at this stage you feel like you'll keep this bike long term, I think you'll be on a different bike within 2 years). If it's stuff you can do with mostly time and effort, like rust removal, sweet as, but don't go spending ca$h, tempting though it is...
    Exception to that is if it's a safety issue, like tires/suspension/etc. Spend whatever is needed to make it safe/safer.
    Just my opinion
  9. TOTO's Avatar
    you need better gloves my friend...
  10. TOTO's Avatar
    wow I've been wondering if something like that will be within my self control. That answers it.

    Nice Write up Mike
  11. k14's Avatar
    I think I've seen that before...
  12. k14's Avatar
    Very nice work, I like that idea...
  13. KoroJ's Avatar
    Hmmm...Bum in the air on a 'Busa......your (mate is) one crazy dude. I would have loved to have seen the look on the cop's face but!
  14. nudemetalz's Avatar
    Looking good, Craig !!!
  15. amberglas7's Avatar
    I do ride a Suzuki (an old 1) Always has been on my own since a crash years back when I ran up the rear wheel of another bike on Foxton staight.I learnt since to let go of handlebars when summersaulting .Probably time to find someone else who does get chance to ride during the week.Thanks for message.Amber
  16. gammaguy's Avatar
    lol the internets full of keyboard heroes.if they met you IRL they would probably mutter something unintelligible,go red,and shuffle away.

    then of course tell all their mates that you asked them for a shag but they turned you down....

    ive met some nice ppl on here who i know as real friends having met them.its pretty easy to work out whos who after a while.

    so hows that ZZR coming along?
  17. HungusMaximist's Avatar
    Ha nice....
  18. Bonez's Avatar
    How big is it Horse? May be able to fabricate something a bit stronger.
  19. Number One's Avatar
    So you mean I have to wine you and dine you before I can 69 you?! Geez you foreigners play hard to get
  20. Slyer's Avatar
    You get that haha.
    You are indeed the character.