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    Just fitted a set of 750mm bars to replace the stock 680mm... interested to see if it makes a difference as I've found the narrow bars make the bike seem twitchy at times.

    Should be going tomorrow, except I haven't ridden since Easter. I think my non-existent asthma will make a return
    Quote Originally Posted by Jane Omorogbe from UK MSN on the KTM990SM
    It's barking mad and if it doesn't turn you into a complete loon within half an hour of cocking a leg over the lofty 875mm seat height, I'll eat my Arai.

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    750 is my sweet spot for bar width without bar ends or 720 with.
    Best value I've found are the Funn Fat Boy 750 riser and Flame On 720 flat. Just the right pull back for me and available in several different colours.

    I have a set of carbon riser bars in 680mm. Felt like I should grow a beard, put on some rimmed glasses, tight jeans and start listening to vinyl.
    Shudder...

    Epicycle do some good cheap Bontrager carbon bars.
    Got a set of 720mm ones that are sweet but can't take bar ends

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    Yup, picked up a Funn bar from T7 for about $50 during the special. Figured it was a cheap experiment if it didn't work out.
    Quote Originally Posted by Jane Omorogbe from UK MSN on the KTM990SM
    It's barking mad and if it doesn't turn you into a complete loon within half an hour of cocking a leg over the lofty 875mm seat height, I'll eat my Arai.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gremlin View Post
    I would say the right frame size is of more importance than the wheel size. After all, we got along just fine with 26" wheels for years until suddenly manufacturers decided we had to have 29" and now again, 650 (27.5) and now I think it's 650+... yeah, it's crazy.

    My hardtail (first bike) is a 26'er, and yes, I do think the 29'er does roll over roots and suchlike more easily, but depends if that's the terrain you're riding? Technique will trump a few inches any day
    You are behind the times. 27Plus is the new must have size.

    Can we keep a standard for at least 2 years please????
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    but once again you proved me wrong.
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    I was hit by one such driver while remaining in the view of their mirror.

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    I would just like to say. Ouch!

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    Quote Originally Posted by NordieBoy View Post
    I would just like to say. Ouch!
    I understand that

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    Quote Originally Posted by NordieBoy View Post
    I would just like to say. Ouch!
    +1, but you would have completed far more than me...

    Loving the 750, no adjustment needed (well, perhaps stay away from trees a little more, as I got bark wedged between grip and bar plug) so it's here to stay.
    Quote Originally Posted by Jane Omorogbe from UK MSN on the KTM990SM
    It's barking mad and if it doesn't turn you into a complete loon within half an hour of cocking a leg over the lofty 875mm seat height, I'll eat my Arai.

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    Top 10 finish!
    Got 9th in solo men!

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    well done.
    In life as in dance Grace glides on blistered feet

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    Quote Originally Posted by NordieBoy View Post
    Top 10 finish!
    Got 9th in solo men!
    exemplary accomplishment
    ....wherezz that track go

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    If I didn't lie down for 5min a couple of times for a peanut butter and banana sandwich and to let the cranks subside, I would have got 8th! Out of 9...

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    Oh shit! A photographer!
    Look serious and bend your elbows!

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    Front, rear & down tube guards and the drink bottles stayed clean.
    Thermal compression top, cycling vest and shirt about right temperature wise.

    Coolmax socks = frozen feet

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    orange shirt for extra speed and style points
    ....wherezz that track go

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    Quote Originally Posted by Night Falcon View Post
    orange shirt for extra speed and style points
    Should of had a shirt to match the pants
    "If you can make black marks on a straight from the time you turn out of a corner until the braking point of the next turn, then you have enough power."


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