Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
Results 1 to 15 of 23

Thread: Free to a good home(s)

  1. #1
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705

    Free to a good home(s)

    I'm doing a clear out of my bike cupboard in the garage and am willing to part with the following if someone can spin a good yarn to explain why they need them.

    1) Sidi Vetebra boots, black/yellow, size 44. Worn for about 4 years. Nothing wrog with them but I got some new boots 18 months ago and haven't worn these ones since. May as well clear some space up. Average condition considering age. A decent clean would have them looking better than in the photo. I've taken the top scuff pads off as they were uncomfortable when touring. They are probably in the garage somewhere but I may not have them.

    2) Armour. Brand new. I've use the elbow bits for a couple of months under a jacket but that's about it. The knee and shoulder bits haven't been used.

    3) Knox 2000 back protector. LIke the boots used for a few years and been in storage ever since. It's a full length protector so if you're vertically challanged then it may not fit. Also if you're a skinny runt you may need to "adjust" the velcro a little to tighen it up.

    Edit: pictures added

    Edit2: The boots are race boots so aren't waterproof. They stop the odd shower or light rain but if it pours you're getting wet feet.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version. 

Name:	DSC04089.JPG 
Views:	37 
Size:	371.4 KB 
ID:	16077   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	DSC04090.JPG 
Views:	25 
Size:	407.5 KB 
ID:	16078   Click image for larger version. 

Name:	DSC04091.JPG 
Views:	26 
Size:	367.8 KB 
ID:	16079  
    Matt Thompson

  2. #2
    Join Date
    31st March 2005 - 02:18
    Bike
    CB919, 1090R, R1200GSA
    Location
    East Aucks
    Posts
    10,499
    Blog Entries
    140
    pm sent about the back protector...

    Not sucking up, but I think its great you are giving some of us who can't afford the extra (besides essentials) gear a chance to protect ourselves.
    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.

  3. #3
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705
    The back protector has gone.
    Matt Thompson

  4. #4
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705
    Quote Originally Posted by Gremlin
    Not sucking up, but I think its great you are giving some of us who can't afford the extra (besides essentials) gear a chance to protect ourselves.
    Not intentional as such, I replaced most of my gear 18 months ago and kept some of this "in-case". I haven't used it since so figure someone else might make better use of it.
    Matt Thompson

  5. #5
    Join Date
    9th September 2005 - 12:00
    Bike
    TZR250
    Location
    Browns Bay, Auckland
    Posts
    42
    Just PM'd you about the armour.

    I like the boots but they are a few sizes too big so probably no good for me.

    Cheers

    Kevin

  6. #6
    Join Date
    23rd July 2005 - 22:43
    Bike
    Huski TE250 "04
    Location
    Papamoa
    Posts
    657
    pm sent

    and i am sucking up when i say its great that your giving out your gear without any thought of your self gain by selling them

    have fun choosing who gets it

    Tyler Manderson

    editm'ed again

  7. #7
    Join Date
    31st March 2005 - 02:18
    Bike
    CB919, 1090R, R1200GSA
    Location
    East Aucks
    Posts
    10,499
    Blog Entries
    140
    Quote Originally Posted by matthewt
    Not intentional as such, I replaced most of my gear 18 months ago and kept some of this "in-case".
    I'm still trying to build up one set of gear...

    Quote Originally Posted by matthewt
    I haven't used it since so figure someone else might make better use of it.
    Give this guy some bling. Completely selfless. A rare find these days. He didn't even want me to pay postage when I offered.

    Weeeee a back protector for me!!!
    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.

  8. #8
    Join Date
    31st March 2005 - 02:18
    Bike
    CB919, 1090R, R1200GSA
    Location
    East Aucks
    Posts
    10,499
    Blog Entries
    140
    Quote Originally Posted by kblackmore
    I like the boots but they are a few sizes too big so probably no good for me.
    hmm, opposite for me, 2-3 sizes too small.

    Being big is very helpful on occasions, but trying to fit onto m'bikes and getting gear that fits is not easy...
    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.

  9. #9
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705
    All the gear has gone now.
    Matt Thompson

  10. #10
    Join Date
    19th November 2003 - 18:45
    Bike
    KTM 690 DUKE R
    Location
    Auckland - unavoidably...
    Posts
    6,422
    Quote Originally Posted by matthewt
    All the gear has gone now.
    pays to be up at weird times on KB, good on yah for helping them out

  11. #11
    Join Date
    23rd July 2005 - 22:43
    Bike
    Huski TE250 "04
    Location
    Papamoa
    Posts
    657
    thanks so much matthewt!!!!
    ill put the boots to very good use!!!, you just saved my ankles!
    ill go for a ride to "christen" them right when i get them
    hes even paying postage!

    you have to of been the nicest/giving guy ive ever met

  12. #12
    Join Date
    9th September 2005 - 12:00
    Bike
    TZR250
    Location
    Browns Bay, Auckland
    Posts
    42
    Thanks heaps for the armour dude, building up your first set of gear is a pretty expensive experience, as I'm sure everyone here knows.

    I second Gremlins comments about your being a rare person. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.

    If we ever meet up I'll have to buy you a pint (or two ... or more !)

    Thanks again,
    Kevin

  13. #13
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705
    Quote Originally Posted by sAsLEX
    pays to be up at weird times on KB, good on yah for helping them out
    I'm a night owl. Don't know when to go to sleep. Having said that I can fall asleep at the drop of a hat. Anytime, anywhere. Comes in very handy sometimes.
    Matt Thompson

  14. #14
    Join Date
    10th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    niente
    Location
    Brightwater
    Posts
    705
    Quote Originally Posted by The young one
    P.S: what are "scuff pads?"
    Have a look at the photo. Not sure if I'll be able to find them or not. If you look at my photo you can see the bit where they screw into.
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version. 

Name:	vertebranew4.jpg 
Views:	30 
Size:	24.9 KB 
ID:	16081  
    Matt Thompson

  15. #15
    Join Date
    5th September 2003 - 12:00
    Bike
    03 Ducati M800Si.e. 04 Ducati M1000Si.e.
    Location
    Wellington
    Posts
    2,184
    .
    .

    Yes, I certainly agree with the comments you guys have made about matthewt - he is one of the kindest and most generous people I know.

    He is one of the real "good guys" in the world.

    (Note: this is not a piss-take, this is a sincere comment from the heart.)
    .
    .

    Being frustrated is disagreeable.

    But the real disasters in life begin when you get what you want.

Thread Information

Users Browsing this Thread

There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •