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**HenryDorsetCase** · 24th February 2020, 17:17

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.

**sidecar bob** · 24th February 2020, 17:28

Originally Posted by HenryDorsetCase

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.

Theres a tidy black CB750/4 for sale in your area, would be quite cool with header wrap & a brown seat.
Its probably packing around 67ish HP too!

**Bonez** · 24th February 2020, 17:32

Originally Posted by HenryDorsetCase

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.

Small framed BMWs are a hoot. I prefered my R65 far more than Dads R80.

**jellywrestler** · 24th February 2020, 18:09

Originally Posted by F5 Dave

The Honda ethos in racing has often, with notable exception, been Engine over everything. This is sort of the roadbike equivalent. And I agree, sometimes brave produces some interesting ideas.

it always amused me that the rear rim on the CBX 6 was the same size as a 1940's vincent 1000 twin....

**Bonez** · 24th February 2020, 18:33

SPYDA I sent you a pm. I've got a 2004 Cemetery Circuit Program-50th anniversary. On page 14 you have an article called "A bit on the side" which was around three pages. It's in very good condition. Do you want it? I if so pm me your address details and I'll have it sent off to you. Found it going through my old m/c magizines today. Probably could get a few bob on Tardme but would rather you have it.

All the Ulysses mags went into the recycling bin.

**HenryDorsetCase** · 24th February 2020, 20:15

Originally Posted by jellywrestler

it always amused me that the rear rim on the CBX 6 was the same size as a 1940's vincent 1000 twin....

speaking of.... I am going to start a Gofundme to buy that CBX. I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

**ojyamaha** · 24th February 2020, 20:24

Originally Posted by James Deuce

My one was that colour. It was actually a nice paint job, especially for a Suzuki of that era.

Yep great colours.
My brother had one but he had a thing for falling off in the hunua gorge and writing off motorcycles.

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**Laava** · 24th February 2020, 21:37

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/mot...ae1b2450ac-004

This thing is hilarious, esp that he wants the thick end of 10k for it!

**eldog** · 24th February 2020, 21:46

Originally Posted by HenryDorsetCase

speaking of.... I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

Almost.

Scenario: just had the weekend off. Nice. Party party party

Monday morning: text day boss 'won't be in today cos I am not feeling the best' can I have an extension on my sick days aye. Already used 5 in a month.

Complains got no money. Got no car license. Got a missus. Just managed 4 days at work and is a know it all.
Missus and family has all sorts of 'issues'
Still it's never his problem. It's the employer. Or the internet. Always manages to have alcohol, smokes, vapes.

Still I reckon you should crowd fund the bike, you deserve it.

And can you give me $5 and s bad of chips please mister.

Because I work with him and I have just finished almost 2 months no days off and worked 16 hours today. No sick days that I can remember ever using.

**jellywrestler** · 24th February 2020, 22:08

Originally Posted by Bonez

SPYDA I sent you a pm. I've got a 2004 Cemetery Circuit Program-50th anniversary. On page 14 you have an article called "A bit on the side" which was around three pages. It's in very good condition. Do you want it? I if so pm me your address details and I'll have it sent off to you. Found it going through my old m/c magizines today. Probably could get a few bob on Tardme but would rather you have it.

All the Ulysses mags went into the recycling bin.

saw the message, was just figuring out when i'd be up that way to grab it before i answered, looks in better nick than my one thanks, will be in touch, you going to superbikes at manfeild 28/9 march?

**jellywrestler** · 24th February 2020, 22:08

Originally Posted by HenryDorsetCase

speaking of.... I am going to start a Gofundme to buy that CBX. I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

aim for the sky, my vincents on the market

**Bonez** · 25th February 2020, 05:37

Originally Posted by jellywrestler

saw the message, was just figuring out when i'd be up that way to grab it before i answered, looks in better nick than my one thanks, will be in touch, you going to superbikes at manfeild 28/9 march?

Don't intend to but you are quite welcome to pop in and pick it up. If nobody is home I'll mjust leave it on the table on the back covered porch. You just have to by aware of the half dozen dangerous neibours felions that roam our yard at times.

Most of the time though there's someone home. I'll flick my details anyway just in case.

**F5 Dave** · 25th February 2020, 06:20

Originally Posted by Laava

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/mot...ae1b2450ac-004

This thing is hilarious, esp that he wants the thick end of 10k for it!

Oh my fictitious God,

that would get you kicked out of clown college for being too ridiculous.

**pete376403** · 25th February 2020, 07:20

Originally Posted by jellywrestler

am for the sky, my vincents on the market

Speaking of Vincents, have you seen the Godet Egli that lives over the Waiararapa? I was over the last week, saw it stopped and spent a good half hour talking to the owner and trying not to drool too much. Thats my Lotto dream bike - happy to have seen it and insanely jealous all at once. Owner seems a really nice, down-to-earth guy.