Suzuki V-Strom (VStrom) Owners Club DL250, DL650, DL1000 & DL1050
Gallery => Pictures => Topic started by: wasp2145x on October 11, 2010, 11:58:29
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Heres my 2007 DL650X
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs790.snc4/67091_1378496754538_1595485086_808460_4258507_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs790.snc4/67091_1378496714537_1595485086_808459_5324966_n.jpg)
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I can't wait to see all your Bikes on here too <!-- s:occasion-balloons: -->:occasion-balloons:<!-- s:occasion-balloons: -->
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I will try to upload a couple of photos after I take some tomorrow if the weather holds and I have time. Promise :eusa-whistle:
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Oh OK then :grin:
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I like that colour Wasp - it is red isn't it, not orange?
Andy, I'll grudgingly admit that Triumph looks very nice - what is it?
Here's mine on a crisp September morning:
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4075/5001233960_e646660832_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fenris78/5001233960/)IMAG0132 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/fenris78/5001233960/) by Fenris78 (http://www.flickr.com/people/fenris78/), on Flickr
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It's a Triumph Tiger 1050 :dl_bike:
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:occasion-balloons: Its the 2007 "X" model in "C.a.n.d.y" Red (its like a Metalic dark red, I put dots in the colour word cause the site changes it to "sweets"). Your bike looks Co-ol too :grin:
Andy, I knew it was a Tiger, but I didn't know what CC it was, thank you for saying. :grin:
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Wowo - that's the new Tiger? Looks totally different from before... I like it!
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I saw a white one in the flesh recently and have to admit it looks really smart (unlike the white Strom which I wasn't keen on).
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:8KA8dyIfbt6BFM:http://www.amhost.ca/~wwwbros/images/used/2007TIGER1050WHITE.JPG&t=1)
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Hmmm, I think you did best with the black one! I am loving the white paint that seems to have become available in the last few years (it seems amazingly crisp) - last year's VFR looked ace in white I think, but that Tiger in white ain't flicking my switches.
(http://static.blogo.it/motoblog/Honda-vfr-colorazioni-2009/honda_vfr_2009_03.jpg)
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:lala: Personally I'd keep to my V-Strom cause I ride all year round, all it needs atm is abit of a clean, its looking abit dirty, but I wouldn't say no to a Tiger in Black - Yellow or White as a 2nd bike. :grin:
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Here's my 57 plated Vee.
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Let's see if I can manage this, oops not this time will try again.
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Here's mine with box's
without
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One more time hopefully my Wee & Bonnie.
Aw I give up will try again tomorrow.
Pete
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(http://img231.imageshack.us/I/cimg0321i.jpg)
(http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/5273/cimg0321i.jpg)
Finally my Wee and Bonnie
By Captain Stupid :)
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Here's mine
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:occasion-balloons: All Lovely and shiny Bikes :occasion-balloons:
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My new decals..
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summer bike and 'new to me' Vee bought from Dodge...
(http://i1086.photobucket.com/albums/j453/tyke65/P1000910-1.jpg)
Vee on its own for you non sports bike type people
(http://i1086.photobucket.com/albums/j453/tyke65/P1000917-1.jpg)
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edit/* noticed my pics had gone, for some reason. added a new one
how she used to look
(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/sasha%20Dl650/30122010149.jpg)
how she looks now
added a few mods, outside and inside.
(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/Bagster%20tank%20protector/2012-05-14-211.jpg)
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bummer, pic won't resize... il figure it out somehow
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My new DL650 abs :) just after riding home from the dealer. I've added Swmotech crashbars and skidpan, plus oem heated grips and handguards. plus mirror extenders. I know il be adding more when funds allow :)
I've only done 72 miles, but I love her already.[/quote]
Nice bike. I've only recently bought mine too
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thanks john, you've got a nice looking bike there :) I'm not sure wether to get a centrestand and scottoiler next, or a set of panniers. choices choices lol
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The Centre stand is a must
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:grin: You've all got sweet bikes, even the sports bike (tyke65) :occasion-balloons:
:occasion-balloons: That's still not everyone though, lol :grin:
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:banana-explosion: no one else going to show their bikes? lol. :auto-dirtbike:
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I'm too ashamed that mine is not yellow! :shy:
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Don't be ashamed, there's nothing to be ashamed about, I'm sure your bike is as much of a beaut as our bikes :grin:
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(http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/3850/newpics086.jpg) (http://img443.imageshack.us/I/newpics086.jpg/)
My new baby straight from the shop knickname the Wasp :lala:
(http://img542.imageshack.us/img542/9134/20531961.jpg)
FROM THE SHOP INTO THE KITCHEN (it was cold outside) Misses didn't half moan though I bet she would have moaned more if I'd have started it (she's Very Understanding)
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Now that's what a Strom should look like!
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At High Beech Today Epping.
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Here you go - a thing of rare beauty (at least in its mothers eyes)...
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb437/chris_the_vampire/P3030005.jpg)
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A few pictures of my bike :-
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj90/dogpuf/bikes/V-Strom001.jpg)
Your tax is out of date lol....
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OK took a while to sort out the flikr thing. but here goes...
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just for good measure heres one of me on the same bike I used to have...
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A few pictures of my bike :-
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj90/dogpuf/bikes/V-Strom001.jpg)
Your tax is out of date lol....
I know - Old Blue is Sorn'd and tucked up in bed for the winter :rain:
My old crippled bones can't do Cold weather anymore :limp:
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I love them all :grin:. to BIg John - My nickname is WASP and its my xbox 360 and PC gamertags WASP360X and WASP1X and I started using WASP2145X (like Sci-Fi WASP on some websites) and my favourite Colours are Black and Yellow :lala:
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I notice some folk manage to attach pics direct to the posts? Am I missing something. Only way I seem to be able to attach is through a photobucket link!! Anyone shed some light?
(http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n569/eckthesaint/v%20strom%20bracket/SG105737.jpg)
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There is an Attaching Images (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=706) post in the Pictures section.
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There is an Attaching Images (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=706) post in the Pictures section.
Cheers again. Think I've got the knack of it now. Will get camera out tomorrow again and take some nice pics of the bike.
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Oh come on, your new bike has obviously just arrived today, and all you post is a pic of the rear box rack!!! ###
Lets see more please!! :lala:
Al.
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(http://i458.photobucket.com/albums/qq307/badger1000/IMG_0119.jpg) new bike
I know its not the norm but its my
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Oh come on, your new bike has obviously just arrived today, and all you post is a pic of the rear box rack!!! ###
Lets see more please!! :lala:
Al.
Well I had a lot on today what with shovelling snow and being the childrens taxi service. Have only managed to drive the bike up the drive to park it so praying for a prolonged thaw and maybe get it on the rd Monday.
But you have to admit it's a pretty rear box rack :neen:
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talking of box racks...
anyone managed to take the metal lugs and catch off without snapping allenkeys?
I've broke 2 now and an the things still won't budge!
want to take them off to make sure before I order one of the cymac box plate things.
I've thought about grinding the buggers off or blowtorch but that's a bit extreme I know!
ideas please?
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(http://i458.photobucket.com/albums/qq307/badger1000/IMG_0119.jpg) new bike
I know its not the norm but its my
Don't tease, show us the rest of it :angry-tappingfoot:
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as I have agreed with a biking mate that forum pages like this should be re-titled or called from the start - PORN!
a place where men and even the occational woman can come and stare and dribble!
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talking of box racks...
anyone managed to take the metal lugs and catch off without snapping allenkeys?
I've broke 2 now and an the things still won't budge!
want to take them off to make sure before I order one of the cymac box plate things.
I've thought about grinding the buggers off or blowtorch but that's a bit extreme I know!
ideas please?
You'll likely need to use a 3/8'' ratchet with one of those allen key sockets on, I'm sorry I don't know the correct name for them, I had to use one to get mine off. Be gentle when you first apply pressure, the Suzuki fastener hardware will strip their heads quite easily. Also, when you put them back together put a bit of copper anti-sieze on the bolts, it will make life much easier if you need to take them off again.
The Cymarc top box adapter is great by the way!
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Right. Having tried to use photobucket to show you my nice bike I find the site is down. Have now registered with feckin flickr and find that I can't use the nice guidance provided in the picture thread.
I think possibly I have sussed it now but if the pic fails to appear its because I am a complete technophobe. :shrug:
Sugar it didnae work. Try again later
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2nd attempt today at posting my bike pic. Fingers crossed.
(http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n569/eckthesaint/SG105739.jpg)
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Very clean :thumb: :thumb:
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Very VERY nice, the white looks stunning especially with the contrasting black bits.
The black sump guard (or whatever its called) looks brilliant, Pity the GT doesn't come with it. I'm going to look at a GT tomorrow.
Tanks for the pic, feel free to post more. :grin:
Cheers
Al.
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(http://i458.photobucket.com/albums/qq307/badger1000/IMG_0121.jpg)
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more pictures now with hand guards
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more pictures now with hand guards
The blue is really smart, have you adjusted to the Tiger yet? how are you finding that wonderrrrrrful engine?
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I have only ridden the 7 miles home at the moment as it was still a bit iffy round our way in places when bringing it home but it is so much smoother than the vee but must remember less engine braking when comming up to roundabouts etc and its alot lighter than the vee as well sounds better as it has a triumph lary can on just looks like a cannon bolted to the side
with better weather next week I should get some more miles done going to and from work and more time to bolt some more goodies that I have been allowed to buy :grin:
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My Vee, plus previous rides.
(http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/jcrymer/My%20Vehicles/v1.jpg)
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(http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/jcrymer/My%20Vehicles/Mybike.jpg)
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Ooook, no idea why half of the picture is cut off??
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Ooook, no idea why half of the picture is cut off??
They are too big. Resize them to a maximum width of 600px and all will be well.
Here are a couple of on-line tools for messing about with pics.
http://www.drpic.com/ (http://www.drpic.com/)
http://www.shrinkpictures.com/ (http://www.shrinkpictures.com/)
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Ooook, no idea why half of the picture is cut off??
They are too big. Resize them to a maximum width of 600px and all will be well.
That's a bit of a faf!
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That's a bit of a faf!
I know, the lack of functionality on this site is a disgrace. You should ask for your money back.
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That's a bit of a faf!
I know, the lack of functionality on this site is a disgrace. You should ask for your money back.
I'm writing a letter to Watchdog, I'm a busy man you know!!
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Hi blokes :bawl:
:bawl: I came off my Bike about 2 weeks ago (17/12/2010), :bawl: it was a Slow speed Black Ice fall (about 5-10mph on a Roundabout), me and my dad have repaired almost all of it :clap:, but I Need to get a New Foot Brake cause its all bent and Mis-shapen :bawl:. Do any of you blokes know where I can get a Stock Class (standard) V-Strom Foot Brake from? preferably cheap ish, Ebay was no use to me. if you blokes know anywhere to get one that would be Awesum cause I really want to get back on my bike. :bawl:
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Sorry to hear you had an off I wish I could help I'm sure one of the lads would know I would have said ebay or the strommers web site as well :thumb:
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Taken last September doing a bit of semi off-roading around Muckish mountain, Donegal, Ireland.
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Greetings from Adelaide South Australia.
Introducing Bluey No2 my third V Strom 650. Just love these bikes.
(http://i311.photobucket.com/albums/kk462/Cooldollar/Bluey%20No2/Bluey2009.jpg)
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Looks good - like the brush guards :thumb:
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This is the 650GT I had....
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r104/scudnut/V-Strom/fgbhtghjykj.jpg)
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r104/scudnut/V-Strom/fvrhtyuj.jpg)
Then I saw the Orange one :grin: ......
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r104/scudnut/V-Strom/chjkjkmghm.jpg)
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(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Bike%20trip/th_IMG_5843.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Bike%20trip/?action=view¤t=IMG_5843.jpg)
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(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/th_IMG_0956.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/?action=view¤t=IMG_0956.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/th_IMG_0957.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/?action=view¤t=IMG_0957.jpg)
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The wife was so cheesed off with me half heartedly doing some DIY this morning she eventually said to "take myself off out". I DID, what a great run. Why are wives always so thoughtful ?
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Thanks Fiona!!! :lala:
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That would'nt be Errigol (spelling?) in the back ground would it? Been over that way a few times over the years. Beautiful part of the world.
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Hi you
NO, its Slieve Binnian in the Mourne Mountains. A fantastic part of the world for motorcycling. Ireland really does have have some gems of motorcycling roads. There should be a V Strom weekend some here time so you can all get to see what you have been missing.
Mr Blobby :welcome2: :auto-dirtbike:
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Finally got a pic of my bike that's not taken in the dark, garage or trailer!! :grin:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h15/AliRichardson/Motorbikes/410e418e.jpg)
This is me picking the bike up from my office yesterday, and driving it home in Force6 gales!!
Couldn't go motorway, so went all the way through Paisley, Elderslie and Johnstone, then onto some narrow bumpy back roads, blowing a gale, and thumping down with rain, but best run on bike yet.
Cheers
Al.
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good god! aye gees (Welling) ......if I'm not mistaken?
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good god! aye gees (Welling) ......if I'm not mistaken?
It is mate, taken on April fools day when I took delivery.
West London Suzuki wouldn't let me have a Tango Wee with ABS unless I bought a GT. Aye Gee's were a little more helpful so they got the sale.
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My bike...
Pre Vinyling...
All I have at this point, is a red reflective "bumper" tape stripe, around the top-box rear, and on the rear of the box opening bits on the side... and a double stripe (to cover the white scuff marks) on the front panels of the side boxes...
This was taken, about April/May last year... when I just got it....
Oh... and I have 2 strips of white reflective Bumper tape (see front of boxs) attached to the white plastic inner panels of the side box "light panels", so it shines through the red plastic...
You'll see what I mean...
EDIT....
Shit...
It didn't seem to work....
How do I put photos on to here, that currently reside in my Pictures folder, on my PC...
They are no-where else, like flicker, or Photobucket... just on my pc hard drive...
Help? Anyone?
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How do I put photos on to here, that currently reside in my Pictures folder, on my PC...
You can't, open an account with Flickr, it only takes a couple of minutes.
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My smallest bike and my largest bike :lala:
Had my first proper run today along Loch Lomond and just find the Wee a great all round motorcycle :thumb:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_k1fvY-_Y4aE/TVa44K0bnLI/AAAAAAAAB1s/14vCSjquFSY/s800/V-Strom%201st%20run%20001.jpg)
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Here's mine.. Just waiting on a new rear rack and top box now:
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Nice Handguards stealth, what's the make and is that top piece adjustable?
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Nice Handguards stealth, what's the make and is that top piece adjustable?
They are Barkbusters VPS ones and yes the top part is adjustable and the pic shows it in it's highest setting
there is a lower setting too.
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Some piccies of my KLV from 2010 (the blue DL1000 is big brothers ie: alias dogpuf).
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Very nice. :thumb:
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(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l502/vikingred/ef1a47d4.jpg)
Here's the one we call Pumpkin, fresh from her weekly bath :crazy:
(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l502/vikingred/c2f05c37.jpg)
ShinyShiny
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Talking to her friend next door :shock:
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My new one.
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Silver Wheels on the Silver Bike looks smart :thumb:
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Silver Wheels on the Silver Bike looks smart :thumb:
Ditto :thumb:
I love the orange, quite like the white too but love the silver wheels on the silver so probably would be my first choice if and when a get meself a wee :shrug:
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Silver Wheels on the Silver Bike looks smart :thumb:
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(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5512425917_0484165540.jpg)
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http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5512425917_0484165540.jpg
I like :clap:
Have you got a more aggresive set of tyres there or is it an illusion created by the snow in the background?
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http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5133/5512425917_0484165540.jpg
I like :clap:
Have you got a more aggresive set of tyres there or is it an illusion created by the snow in the background?
THANKS!! tyres is TKC 80!
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:lala: flickr works!! :fix:
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I think the Strom looks good with some knobblies on :thumb: I can't say I would ever get used to the white ones though. Too much like an 'white iPod/iPhone' fashion thing for me...
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Looks mean with the knobblies on, like it :thumb:
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The knobblies look great - like you could plough the field with them on! :thumb:
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I think the Strom looks good with some knobblies on :thumb: I can't say I would ever get used to the white ones though. Too much like an 'white iPod/iPhone' fashion thing for me...
I took photos with the phone and he has a problem with colors :bawl: moto was made in 2003 have original color gray!!
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The knobblies look great - like you could plough the field with them on! :thumb:
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5294/5516564931_b330265b47.jpg)
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sorry its not a vstrom
top bike red black busa at elvington last august
(http://www.ukbusas.org/forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=51043)
Aitch :lala:
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sorry its not a vstrom
top bike red black busa at elvington last august
(http://www.ukbusas.org/forum/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=51043)
Aitch :lala:
You are linking to a Forum page not an image
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Now that's the way to wash your bike! :thumb:
(No helmet.........tsk, tsk, :neen: )
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well there was a missive deep puddle in the corner of the car park in work. Used to ride through it when I got to work to wash the crud off. but the buggers cleaned the drains out last week, now I'm back to the 2ltr bottle of water and a sports drinking bottle cap to wash her down. :angry-tappingfoot:
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Must say I'm impressed how many of you blokes go off road with your vstrom. I have never been brave enough to try I fall off my klx to much in the mud.
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I couldn't resist showing her off! :grin: - She might be standard in spec, but she's not standard to me!
Saving my pennies up to get some Givi Trekker boxes on her...
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Standard? Look at my crappy screen. :shock:
The white is cool on the Strom, I could have lived with that colour scheme.
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Wouldn´t like to bother you with this question but comes to my eyes with curiosity that most of you ride Vees without ABS.
Bearing in mind UK is quite rainy, do you feel safe without this aid system??? isn´t so necessary as I thought???
Here in Spain is different on weather issues of course....
Thanks a lot in advance
V,sss
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I'm on a Wee without ABS and I've never thought that I needed it once, even in some pretty hairy situations. I guess I will change my story when I lock up the front and go face down in the road. I've caused plenty of rear lockups, the Wee does a little fishtail and you simply need to let go of the rear brake and all is back to normal, it's very stable and forgiving in these situations. I've never had the fronts lock on me before and I think I'm more inclined to swerve than to try and brake hard anyway. Let's hope I don't have to eat my words :shy:
Maybe when I buy another Wee someday I will take an ABS one for a demo ride and see if I can get it to kick in.
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after completing my Direct access course last year on an 04 Honda CBF500 with abs I can honestly say in all the emergency stop and swerve and stop maneuvers I did, I didn't once see the ABS light come on or any hesitation/intervention from the system. we asked the instructor how much force do you have to put through the levers to activate the ABS at around 30-40mph? he said - "I'm not exactly sure about the figures, but it's bloody terrifying when it does kick in, but it has saved a few students from higher speed accidents, but usually they drop the bike anyways, but they do it at lower speeds/stopped. I'll show you what it does when it kicks in if you want!"
he told us to go stand down the bottom of the yard behind some railings and he came down at about 35mph (32 required min for test pass) and pulled hard on the leavers, bloody hell the thing stats to lock the the system releases pressure and applies it again until it locks, then releases, over and over again until a. you release the pressure and control the braking yourself, or b. you stop.
when he took his lid off you could see from the pale complexion, he didn't exactly enjoy it.
personally if I had a big heavy bike like a 1200gs I'd defiantly opt for it, on a smaller bike, I wouldn't go out of my way to have it. Most of the dealers, pro or very experienced bikers I've asked about ABS say if it needs to kick in, 99% of the time it's too late and you were going to have an accident anyway, but abs 'can' slow you faster sometimes.
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I must confess that ABS saved me twice from falling down. First time in downtown while approaching a roundabout. The fuc.... car driver in front of me doubted if joining the round about or not and decided to stop suddenly while I was already "squeezing my Vee´s ear" (is spanish slang and means you are sppeding up). regretfully I got on a pedestrian crossing....the ABS ran as expected....
The second time was while facing a left bend and mate before me used brakes in the middle of that bend. Had to get back to normal position and went straight to road shoulder, 20 cm. more and had been rolling down the slope. Was my fault of course due to get stuck to my mate...since then on I keep distances.
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On the Wee the ABS is operational wen the ABS light goes off, as soon as you pull off in fact.
To test the ABS the salesman told me to get to 50 mph on a straight road and slam both brakes on, it took me a while to pluck up the courage but it worked, it came to a very fast stop without much juddering.
I've had to do it at about 40 when a mail lorry pulled out on me, in that case it slowed me quick enough to swerve around the lorry, I'm sure without ABS I would have locked up the fronts.
The only hairy moments were when aproaching the lights going around the traffic I rode some gravel and the ABS must have been confused because it didn't want me to stop.
and..
In the wet a car changed lanes, the ABS didn't stop me in time because of the releasing cycle, although the car came off worse on that occasion, them electric door mirrors ain't cheap.
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taken in Cumbria a couple of weeks ago
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(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_0133.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_0133.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1690.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1690.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1695.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1695.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1696.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1696.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1750.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1750.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1753.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1753.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/th_IMG_1759.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/?action=view¤t=IMG_1759.jpg)
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Hopefully I've done this right as 1st time trying to add photos
My Baby!!
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm3CBR3GI/AAAAAAAAABA/0iAydaJUy8A/s640/DSCF0214.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm4NFftrI/AAAAAAAAABI/8-ADhm5AgnY/s640/DSCF0215.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm7KJL11I/AAAAAAAAABY/CoM-ew3ssJ0/s640/DSCF0224.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm6gz5c1I/AAAAAAAAABU/ToU0r7N6e08/s640/DSCF0221.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm8J7q6tI/AAAAAAAAABc/O0Y3CkQstEk/s640/DSCF0226.JPG)
The brilliant radiator & oil cooler plates (with the forum logo)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm4yiyUNI/AAAAAAAAABM/gl2UAiWYPlk/s640/DSCF0217.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm5gCksfI/AAAAAAAAABQ/-E9TyioZUYI/s640/DSCF0219.JPG)
And finally, whose bike is it??
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYnE5pahQI/AAAAAAAAACA/TUNsejSZ5hY/s640/DSCF0240.JPG)
Thanks, Andy
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Nice colour Andy, hope you don´t have the same problemas I have with my spouse getting kids involved with the Vee :grin:
Every time I put one my kids on the Vee I have my wife behind waving and shouting....
Original side cases are really beautiful, I got in mine the Givi E41....
V,sss
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(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r104/scudnut/Kent%20Rideout/ToddFordBest46.jpg)
Wonderful pic Scud, why use the bridge riding a Vee??? :lala: :lala: :lala:
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Hi Luis
I have to agree that the blue is a wonderful shade for the bike. I was lucky enough to get the side cases with the bike and the previous owner had never used them.
As for the kids my son is now bike mad but favourite is currently the Ninja, mainly cos of the colour lol. My ex has told me that the kids aren't allowed on the back but they just say they won't tell her lol and who am I to argue lol
:neen:
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I really like that colour...
One of my pals here got the same in white and is really punchy...surprised me quite a lot.
As for the Ex....is quite difficult to find the balance with these issues pal....
V,sss
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I thought these decals looked a bit of fun. They really do suit the shape of the tank. don't know how long I'll keep them on though <!-- s:haha: -->:haha:<!-- s:haha: -->
(http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l522/rabidabi/wee.jpg)
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the teeth do seem to suit the shape of the bike, it's getting the eyes in the right place that seems to be the tricky bit
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my latest farkle.
(http://i592.photobucket.com/albums/tt7/Johnbeach62/22032011248.jpg)
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taken in Cumbria a couple of weeks ago
(http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o169/firkinflyer/DSCF2946.jpg)
I like it....but of course it is exactly the same as mine!
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(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/__FcSHnfRD6c/TZseQzIJzrI/AAAAAAAACUQ/NpCbBaXinvo/s512/PicasaUp.jpg)
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My Vstrom transformation. A little bit of Yellow Vinyl works wonders !!
What do you blokes n Gals think ?? :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled1.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled2.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled3.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled4.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled5.jpg)
Plus Wezmoto brake lines, Hagon fork springs, Fork Brace and GSXR Calipers !! :thumb:
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Personaly I liked it the way it was :shrug:
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Yeah, but then it was the same as everybody else's :neen: :dance:
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What do you blokes n birds think ?? :auto-dirtbike:
I quite like it :) I might use that as a starting point for how/where to apply my black scotchlite tape
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Looks good to me. I like to be a little different from everyone else.
The only down side is you can't say "It wasn't me" :shrug:
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I like the concept but the yellow is a bit much for me (Gun metal or similar would look smart)?
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Ugghhhh yellow, personally I'm not a lover of altering the look of a bke using vinyl, (or bagkux stuff) I'd rather see a pristine paint finish ... but each to his own :grin:
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:angry-tappingfoot: nowt wrong with yellow take it from me yellow and proud and still in factory condition no mods just the way I like it :clap:
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nowt wrong with yellow
Totaly agree with you there mate. I've had a couple of bikes that I have had respayed yellow. The fact that I worked in a forklit truck factory that actually made yellow forklifts and had lots of "free paint" and some really helpfull painters, has nothing to do with it :shrug:
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:angry-tappingfoot: nowt wrong with yellow take it from me yellow and proud and still in factory condition no mods just the way I like it :clap:
I like the yellow Strom, I just don't like the yellow with the black :-x :grin:
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Thanks for your comments Gu ys (keeps defaulting to Blokes 4some reason) & Ga ls, - Catballou, :clap:
I like yellow too (you wud never have guessed though!!) :banana-explosion:
But it would be a sad auld world if we were all the same, and rode the same coloured bikes.
It can be nice to have a bit of individualism !! :obscene-drinkingchug:
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Just fetched my new V-Strom DL1000
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5028/5628117563_aee6b98196_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/44695631@N05/5628117563/)
VStrom (http://www.flickr.com/photos/44695631@N05/5628117563/) by 33bikerful (http://www.flickr.com/people/44695631@N05/), on Flickr
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Looks good Steve, are the pipes as fruity as they look ?
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Interesting crash bars, never seen them before, they look to be very close to the plastics too. Do you know who makes them?
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Bike looks great steve...seems like its got plenty of kit already on - is that a baglux? And thlike Juv says the crash bars look sound. what's first on the shopping list ? (after more rides, that is!)
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Pipes - yes, they are fruity. I'll have to get used to them - never had pipes before that I could hear whilst riding. The bike also came with the original silencers as well - DAMN they're heavy!
Crashbars - Touratech. Fitted by the PPO (Previous-Previous-Owner) back in 2004.
Extras - lots of them. Centre stand, baglux harness and bag, touring Scottoiler, crash bars, Datatool 3 (mixed blessing, never had much luck with DataTool), Alphadotted, full Givi luggage, handlebar brace, 12V power socket, vented touring screen, nearly-new Tourances, Autocom and those previously mentioned Remus carbon fibre end cans.
It was these goodies that overpowered the convenience of part-exing my current bike on a dealer sale (2004 650 Transalp if anyone wants one)
The only thing missing is heated grips, as this bike has only ever been out of the garage April - September. However, can't quite think about heated grips while the weather is this warm (plus my bank account needs to stop smoking before I spend any more).
First on the list of things to do is a service (incomplete history and it only did 55 miles last year, so it's probably due).
So far I'm enjoying it, but need to think about doing something about the 3000 RPM "chudder". Those silencers are too loud to drive above it all the time without annoying all my neighbours. I'll see what it's like after the service and a few more miles.
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Remus might sell some DB-Killer baffles for the silencers. You can check Ebay too and you might get some generic ones (most cans are very similar), try get them in stainless steel if you can so they will last. +1 for doing a service soon, new oil filter and oil at the least.
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Here's photo of my 2008 DL1000GT in Scotland on a wee trip;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2526.jpg)
macvisual
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(http://www.praiadaluzapartment.com/images/vstrom_001.jpg)
6 days old, 173 miles on the clock and first wash out of the way :)
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6 days old, 173 miles on the clock and first wash out of the way :)
Wash???? It's not had time to get dirty yet wait till it starts to rain then wash it
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lol I got caught in a 'Wee' thunderstorm going home on Friday and the Cotswold mud is light brown (almost sandy in colous) which didn't go well against the black - okay, okay, so I have a slight OCD :)
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Photo taken at Loch Tay, Scotland;
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Cracking view down the Loch :)
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(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5308/5687399964_0fd956b29b.jpg)
Day I picked up my Wee! :lala: First bike I'd been on since passing direct access a few weeks before....rode it 120 miles home! Was shattered!! Had to stop a few times to refuel myself with a yorkie or two!
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5141/5686831571_25e706cfe4.jpg)
On my first trek up to Scotland, before I made my panniers. Had some soft panniers but wasn't at all happy with the fit, so just packed light.
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5242/5687401822_dea05c402e.jpg)
Fully loaded for a family holiday in Wales. Really chuffed with how the boxes look. Did em myself with rivets and sealant and all! :fix: Thought rivets looked much better than folded and welded. Just need to add some stickers and what not.
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Oooooh, I've got one just like that :lala:
I like the neat tank bag in the middle picture - what kind is that?
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Its a Kriega US-10 dry sack, with my chain and lock in. This pack now sits inside the bigger tank bag seen in pic 3 as I seem to have misplaced the tank fitting thingy for it :doh:
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DL1000K2, full kappa rack and box set, Givi touring screen, MTS cans and a K&n air filter to balance....
Oh and Mrs D sitting in the wrong seat....wishful thinking missy!!
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy113/biccymonster/75ffa759.jpg)
DC
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OK I have just worked out how to do this photo thing!
So here goes!
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5262/5696205768_f83ce762e6.jpg)
Just added the screen
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3595/5695628711_3a7c0546e1.jpg)
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My latest aquisition.
(http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/9297/cimg0343n.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/843/cimg0343n.jpg/)
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Still a V-twin though :grin:
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That is a tidy bike. I ride an 800 intruder but it's nowhere near as nice as that.
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I had an M800 Intruder, it was a great bike just gave me a bad back after a couple of hours, my fault for being too tall and lazy (tendancy to slouch). This bike is big enough for me to move about to keep comfortable.
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If this bike could talk... it would probably say "Ouch!"
Ready for the arduous 2 mile commute to work
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0505_small.jpg)
MPG killer
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0512_small.jpg)
Bent Footpeg - Black Ice on way to work - 2007
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0511_small.jpg)
Hand guard scratches - B&B carpark in Calendar
Broken heated grip wires - as above (botched fix courtesy of electrical shop, Broadford, Isle of Skye
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0508_small.jpg)
Smashed indicator - stalled outside back door (DOH!)
Scratches - fell off side stand whilst loading up at B& B in Calendar, The Trosachs
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0509_small.jpg)
Top scratches - gravel rash near Muker, Cumbria.
Middle scratches - unexpected drop at lights with 99yr Old man providing assistance in the picking up of (DOH!)
Bottom scratches - Too tight on Motorcycle parking bars, Hawes Creamery
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0510_small.jpg)
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0506_small.jpg)
(http://i1237.photobucket.com/albums/ff470/glider65/IMG_0507_small.jpg)
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My Vstrom transformation. A little bit of Yellow Vinyl works wonders !!
What do you blokes n birds think ?? :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled1.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled2.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled3.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled4.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled5.jpg)
Plus Wezmoto brake lines, Hagon fork springs, Fork Brace and GSXR Calipers !! :thumb:
Now where did I see that bike.............................was this in Donegal on 6th 7th and 8th April?............
And now I see the photobuckets links above and low and behold its the mad man.........
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Here are some pics of my new 06 GT Vee. 1 owner 3232 miles.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/DL%201000%20VSTROM/VEE22.jpg)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/DL%201000%20VSTROM/VEE11.jpg)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/DL%201000%20VSTROM/VEE33.jpg)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/DL%201000%20VSTROM/VEE44.jpg)
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WOW LOOK AT THAT FRONT PIPE, that's ONE NICE BIKE, :neen:
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Very impressive, that's a proper tidy Vee :thumb:
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WOW LOOK AT THAT FRONT PIPE, that's ONE NICE BIKE, :neen:
Come on Dave .let's have some pics of your machine :shrug: :angry-tappingfoot: :auto-dirtbike:
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(http://i916.photobucket.com/albums/ad10/neil4022/DSCF1735-2.jpg)
just got my head around photo bucket, What do you think gary :lala:
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(http://i916.photobucket.com/albums/ad10/neil4022/DSCF1733.jpg)
Like the Sat Nav mount, its a modified KTM grab handle cost f.o.c. and a bit of fabrication. :thumb:
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OK gary is that enough pictures ( like the front pipe ) :neen:
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Whoops some errors just getting used to photo bucket, try again
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Very tidy,another nice clean front pipe. :fix:
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Glider65, glad someone else's looks like mine - far too much shininess around here :grin:
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You can't beat a nice clean pipe :sarc:
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My k8 DL1000 with 40000 miles
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Nice & where is the second picture taken :shrug:
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Nice & where is the second picture taken :shrug:
That was Fort William. Here's one where you can see more of mine. :violin: :clap: This time at Laggan Dam near Spean Bridge.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p5/V7MCJ/AtLagganDam01-1.jpg)
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Hi and great picture, ghess what I am going this friday for four days with two other blokes with stroms.
We are staying at loch linnie in fort william and doing the isle of sky, applecross and j o groats 1500 mile
trip will post some pics for you. :neen: :auto-dirtbike: :))) :thumb:
Regards neil4022
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Hi and great picture, ghess what I am going this Friday for four days with two other blokes with stroms.
We are staying at loch linnie in fort william and doing the isle of sky, applecross and j o groats 1500 mile
trip will post some pics for you. :neen: :auto-dirtbike: :))) :thumb:
Regards neil4022
Looks like Skye is going to be full this weekend. :occasion-balloons: :occasion-balloons: We're going too, and so are a few others on here. :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike:
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My k8 DL1000 with 40000 miles
(http://i74.servimg.com/u/f74/11/44/43/12/hi_viz11.jpg)
(http://i24.servimg.com/u/f24/11/44/43/12/2009_311.jpg)
Andy 40000 miles on a 08 Vee :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done that man. :auto-dirtbike:
Have you had any problems with it :shrug:
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Andy 40000 miles on a 08 Vee :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done that man. :auto-dirtbike:
Have you had any problems with it :shrug:
What do you mean, "well done Andy"? That's his wife collapsed over the bike in the last pic. lol lol
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Andy 40000 miles on a 08 Vee :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done that man. :auto-dirtbike:
Have you had any problems with it :shrug:[/quote] Nothing major mate,clutch pushrod oil seal at about 10k,and cushdrive seal at about 16k. :grin:
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Andy 40000 miles on a 08 Vee :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done that man. :auto-dirtbike:
Have you had any problems with it :shrug:
What do you mean, "well done Andy"? That's his wife collapsed over the bike in the last pic. lol lol
Sorry
Well done Vee and Andy's wife :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: lol lol lol
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Made a few changes to my GT Vee!!
Orange LED's in the hand guards are now my front indicators
Focus ST orange with a SV thou belly pan
The luggage rack is still at the powder coaters, from silver to satin black!! (hence the silver carrier)
I will take some more pic's in the daylight when I get chance!! ;-)
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh19/boxer6971/IMAG0173.jpg)
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Piccy from earlier today:
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(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/casperdog777/SuzukiVStrom650002.jpg)
South Downs Way West Sussex - old Roman road Stane Street!
Captain Sensible :grin:
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dii2jZLww0s/TfC-fL5O9vI/AAAAAAAAABI/ZJ5zuOctoFw/s144/DSC_1971.jpg)
Me & the Vee near Cochem, on the Moselle River in Germany last week.
*EDIT* Geez, that's a tad small!! Have to try again...
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(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-uhpzxqorqfM/TfC_19u5xbI/AAAAAAAAABY/CBoXlD_pSQ8/s640/DSC_1971.jpg)
Take 2....
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DL1000K2, full kappa rack and box set, Givi touring screen, MTS cans and a K&n air filter to balance....
Oh and Mrs D sitting in the wrong seat....wishful thinking missy!!
(http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy113/biccymonster/75ffa759.jpg)
DC
She's got Taste Yellow stroms unite nice bike can't remember where I've seen one like it :lala:
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Hi All.
There are some magnificent machines displayed here. It s great to check out some different accessories and touring set-ups.
I thought I would add mine to the thread. A sunny winters day in Adelaide South Australia. A great oportunity to try out my fork upgrade and Euro Sporty Screen. You won't see too many of these screens on Australian bikes.
Cheers Ian
(http://i311.photobucket.com/albums/kk462/Cooldollar/Bluey%20No2/Bluey2June2011001.jpg)
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Oh OK then :grin:
OMG I just shot my load.... Triumph Tiger... the only reason I don't have one is the service and parts costs............ It's like free porn looking at those pictures!
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-GpVozsk6rW8/Tf4quyfYPzI/AAAAAAAAABY/cVdSVu23gA0/s640/17072010100.JPG)
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I notice the bungees on the panniers, not taking any chances there with Suzi's dodgy locks mate are you ?
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I'm in the fortunate position of now owning my 2nd Wee..
This is my K4 which I sold in 2009..
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/CIMG0186Small.jpg)
When I sold her she had centre stand, top case with 'move-it-back-a-bit' mod, engine bars and bash plate in silver and MRA screen (the shorter one was all that was available then. I had a Corbin Seat too but removed that and sold it (to raggydan) but it didn't fit his ABS bike and he sold it on again..
I then had a short health-enforced break - then tore up the tarmac with a Piaggio X9 maxi-scoot - I didn't save any pictures...after a few months of hooning about on that - seemingly everywhere flat-out I traded it for this..
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/CIMG0162.jpg) which I kept for about 5 months. then bought the current Wee and sold the Peg privately..
This brings us up to date, mods so far are gel seat, the 37 litre Shad top case and spacing the screen back at the bottom to improve buffetting. MRA and MADSTAD are planned..
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/rsz_cimg0205.jpg)
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We've all got our own taste but you Got to admit, the Silver Grey / Black is kind of special.
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Been looking at other people's bikes in this thread for some time and it occurred to me that I haven't posted a pic of mine yet. Here's it is, fully loaded on our recent tour to the Netherlands. This photo was taken at the services at Junction 2 on the M40. Those are Krauser 40 litre panniers, the top box is a Givi Maxia E55 and the tank bag is a Bagster Cross'R (it's 18l litre unexpanded, as in the picture, but can expand to 25 litres.) Total luggage space possible with this setup is 160 litres.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-X3PU4DrcAoA/TfNRkFTan9I/AAAAAAAACw4/EFE9nYpZrdk/s640/P1000087.JPG)
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Juv, is that a back rest thingy from JML strapped to your topbox??
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Yep, the good lady uses it on her computer chair. It has a knobbly bit in the middle that's quite supportive. She didn't get along with the Givi top box backrest, being a shorty it pressed too high up for her. This thing worked very well all the way. It has an elastic strap around the back that you'd normally put around the chair back. What I did was to take the topbox off, then to put the strap under the rear rack, then put the topbox back on. That way it stays in place nicely and you can leave it on the bike when you park. Cheap, but effective :)
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after about 2 months of neglect by bike had a wash, polish and wrapped up and covers for the night...
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6009/5900502532_036a5ff08b.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6017/5900502528_86d46694e0.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6015/5900502520_fe9c718639.jpg)
this pic is just for Hutchie, when I went to London a few weeks ago the flask got some action!
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6003/5900502510_69e6610b7a.jpg)
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Here it is...
(http://www.frez.co.uk/bikes/DL650-640.jpg)
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that's a sweet looking flask Mr Diver, cheers.
Nice bike, the blue with black I likee.
Frez, lovely looking bike, bit lacking in the flask dept. though.
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Frez, lovely looking bike, bit lacking in the flask dept. though.
I don't just get my flask out for anyone!
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That seat looks familiar Frez :grin:
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(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-uhpzxqorqfM/TfC_19u5xbI/AAAAAAAAABY/CBoXlD_pSQ8/s640/DSC_1971.jpg)
Take 2....
OK like the look the bike, esp the cover over the pillion seat. Who makes this item? Could be useful as the majority of my riding will be solo.
Keith
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The cover looks like part of a Sargent smuggler seat. Looks v. good, pity it is muchos £££
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OK got it, its this one
http://www.corbin.com/Suzuki/svstrmfr.shtml (http://www.corbin.com/Suzuki/svstrmfr.shtml)
Keith
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https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=204208036297201&set=a.189822151069123.59815.100001240179174&type=1&theater
see if this works if not the link will take you there
heres my wee on top of mitchels fold, shropshire
(https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=204208036297201&set=a.189822151069123.59815.100001240179174&type=1&theater)
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At 9-20 today Facetube said content unavailable... :shrug:
V-Strom & Shropshire scenery obviously equals PORN in Facetubeland! :grin:
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Keith >>>
The Corbin link, is a bad one... it says that what you are looking for, does not exist...
Can you do some homework, and try to find it in there, so it DOES exist please? lol
Black/silver comment... yep.. mine is the same... black fairing and tank, with silver side panels on the bike, and the side/top boxes all in black ( or, at least they would be... if I hadn't plastered them with reflective vinyl...)
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At 9-20 today Facetube said content unavailable... :shrug:
V-Strom & Shropshire scenery obviously equals PORN in Facetubeland! :grin:
just realised it will, you'll have to send a friend request to juan earthcore n ill accept it then you will, I stopped my stuff bein open access
cheers
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Black/Silver comment >>>
Sorry... scratch that... it isn't the same...
I have silver Nose and black "air intake" plastics
Black fairing by the bars/tank
Black Tank...
black frame
Silver side panels
silver rear fairing/light cluster thing... I think...
Standard OEM GT boxes, slathered in Retro-reflective Vinyl... looks very smart, and professional...
(not to mention, like a cop, when I ride it... big bike, big bloke, Hi-viz Jacket, white lid, blue sidelight leds...
You would be suprised how many people behave themselves around me...
...but if it makes my life safer, by making them behave... I ain't complaining, and all to the beter... lol)
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Hi, New to the site and new to a vstrom. Here's my 650GT
(http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq273/royzx7r/DL650005.jpg)
Regards
Roy
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Hi, New to the site and new to a vstrom. Here's my 650GT
Regards
Roy
Very nice Roy :thumb:
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Is that the Givi Airflow screen?
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Hi, New to the site and new to a vstrom. Here's my 650GT
Regards
Roy
That's the best colour but I would say that! The bash plate is the same as the Xpedition. I'm sure they dress the DL650A into the XP at the dealerships...
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Is that the Givi Airflow screen?
Yes, it was on when I got the bike. Works great and I have not even tried it set higher.Hi, New to the site and new to a vstrom. Here's my 650GT
Regards
Roy
That's the best colour but I would say that! The bash plate is the same as the Xpedition. I'm sure they dress the DL650A into the XP at the dealerships...
The bash plate came from the Vstrom Accessory catalog. There was a Xpedition bike in the dealers and the bash plate fitted was a bit different, Mine has the Suzuki painted silver etc.
Very pleased with it upto now.
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I've got this also...
(http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq273/royzx7r/IMG_0036.jpg)
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And everybody knows the silver ones handle the best, are quickest and best offroad.
Nice bike (s)
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I like the CCM SM *thump thump thump thump* :thumb:
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I like the CCM SM *thump thump thump thump* :thumb:
They are rough as toast but fun. Coughs and farts all over the place (Suzuki 644 single engine)
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I've tried and tried to get my 2008 Wee GT as shiny as yours but it's just impossible!!!! Lovely bike and I hope you keep it that shiny mate :))) You could eat your dinner off your engine it's so clean!
Here is the best I can do......
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/casperdog777/VStromCloseUpEngine001.jpg)
Cap'n Sensible
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Wow that is one very clean bike or should I say the last owner must off thought it was a ORNAMENT !! 1000 miles per year. please please tel me your going to use it !!!!!. It does look brill though. :clap: :clap:
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I guess my 3 year old Wee is 'average' mileage for a bike these days. It has done 4,000 miles a year.
But some people buy a bike and then NEVER use it apart from a sunny bank holiday in August :auto-dirtbike:
My bike is in fair to good condition, but it has been used and I had to work hard to get it up to its present standard.
I had to work very hard to clean the visible exhaust and various bit around the engine.....
I bought the bike from a dealer and it was overall in good condition, but I do worry I may have OCD when it comes to cleaning my bike. Am I the only one?
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/casperdog777/VStromCloseUpEngine007.jpg)
Cap'n Sensible
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(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-mUjKejSmyq4/Ti2ppHOH1TI/AAAAAAAAAic/6cLERf4NC5k/s640/Sompting%2525202011%252520July%252520004.jpg)
Here's my 2011 "X" [hopefully]. However, being an "IT" illiterate, it could also be a picture of some little interest to a V-Strom site. Blimey, it worked! Thanks very much to Juvecu for the comprehensive instructions
Cheers, Steve
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That's nice! White was second choice for me, the X looks more aggressive with that shortie screen I think..
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My latest farkle.
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6029/5977610086_b8df543fc9_z.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/5977044923_404e36d7ed_z.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6146/5977610620_bf0de341f5_z.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6129/5977611128_87685a656e_z.jpg)
and it works well. Just nice to stretch you legs
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Looking good John, nice! :auto-dirtbike:
Cap'n Sensible
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Thanks Piglumps. My next buy is the Madstad, as the only thing I don't like about the bike is the massive wind-noise and I'm hoping the vario-bracket will fix that. The rubber mud-flap isn't working too well either, so I expect I'll get a "mudguard-extender" too but that's a more affordable at less than a tank full of juice.
I like yours - particularly the black alloy cases but I couldn't stretch to the [considerable] extra dosh for that model
Cheers, Steve
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The Red Fox 'mudguard flick' is gloss black and I think it looks nicer than the Pyramid one...
http://www.amazon.co.uk/mudguard-Mudguard ... 25&sr=1-68 (http://www.amazon.co.uk/mudguard-Mudguard-Extender-Suzuki-Models/dp/B004MFLN1Y/ref=sr_1_68?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1311757925&sr=1-68)
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Adv.John. The bike looks grand and obviously having an alternative place to stretch the legs is great. Bit worried though' that those bars stick out a bit further than anything else. They will be the first thing hitting the deck. Is that mounting strong enough for that? As I said I do like the idea of alternative leg stretch and have seen some fold up ones that would eliminate what looks like a problem area.
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Are they self made or did you buy them somewhere?
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Are they self made or did you buy them somewhere?
they are just 560mm straight bicycle handle bars with a 5% angle back.
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Are they self made or did you buy them somewhere?
There's a bloke in the states that does them too. Google panniers for the Vstrom.
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they are just 560mm straight bicycle handle bars with a 5% angle back.
Thanks :thumb: I think I need to swap my Givi crash bars for some of the newer style Suzuki/SW-Motech ones. The Suzuki/SW-Motech ones has a lower front crossbar and this makes it better to fit motorway footrests to. The crossbar on the Givi one is too high for it to be comfy.
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here are my 3 rides that always put a smile on my face.
Note to self: make sure joy does not read this :angry-tappingfoot: :limp: :grin: :grin:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FVtwlTPozd0/TjaPOneXbUI/AAAAAAAAABg/3ZSvk_aQlHI/s640/post-2238-1311874005.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-gNQIXf9oFNs/TjaPHIgWW6I/AAAAAAAAABU/kbPJJ4pQBkk/s640/post-2238-1311667734_thumb.jpg)
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Seen these pics somewhere before.. :shock:
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Seen these pics somewhere before.. :shock:
:eusa-whistle: :thumb: :grin:
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here are my 3 rides that always put a smile on my face
You're missing a picture I think.... Oh! Nevermind! :shock: :shy:
lol
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Here's a pic of my wee work bike,
20k, fully stamped service history, autocom, heated grips, engine bars, top box
£2400 ..............yes £2400 an absoulute bargain, and I love much more fun than I thought
(http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/4731/14072011222.jpg)
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The Wee..http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/5997478487/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/5997478487/)
and the KTM ..http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/6001458890/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/6001458890/)
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The Wee..http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/5997478487/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/5997478487/)
and the KTM ..http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/6001458890/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/64970690@N03/6001458890/)
nice bike you got there
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/5997478487_f515a891e3_z.jpg)
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Did a little photo shoot for pics projected on a wall of the venue for our wedding- though the B&W one is the only one of this selection that was taken for the wedding- the others were just for laughs. (but the bike, bikes in general are a major theme of the wedding) ...
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6145/6002596277_5ef184378a.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6014/6002595519_9a9f0a8a54.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6010/6002594237_6f39418158.jpg)
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/6002593603_c472ed78d8.jpg)
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Hi some gret looking bikes here... just wondering what this is... I havent seen a bash plate like this ?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v474/cdo1uk/5900502532_036a5ff08b.jpg)
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Neither have I , looks like something off the old Transalp ! Could have been adapted to keep all the crap off the engine..
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It's a Moto Agora (http://www.motoagora.com/) flimsy plate, just for looks and 'weather protection' not for bashing :)
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thanks, from what I have seen keeping the crap off the engine is a good idea... Suzuki paint ain't the best. ###
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yes moto angora- a pile of crap- would never pay the money for one but it came with the bike,
it does scratch nicely on the road when 2 up going round corners! almost all corners lol
but you could cover the gaps in the front and yes it would stop most of the crap getting on the engine!
might give that a go soon!
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(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6140/6026513266_921b6ef84b.jpg)trying again
if this doesn't work can someone please explain in words of 1 syllable how I post images
I've now stored some on flickr but I'm pc illiterate
wahay it worked
this is above malham tarn on an unclassified road over the moor down to upper wharfedale :lala:
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Hi some gret looking bikes here... just wondering what this is... I havent seen a bash plate like this ?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v474/cdo1uk/5900502532_036a5ff08b.jpg)
Are we all absolutely sure it isn't the grass box off a Qualcast Concord???
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no its not the grass box would be more sturdy!
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(http://i1108.photobucket.com/albums/h405/VSTROM650/bikeinlakes.jpg)
this is DONKEY
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god I do like them in Black. It's a good job I bought one too
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+1 for Black....here's mine.......this was the campsite for our Stromtrekkers II weekend.
Black crash bars are here waiting to go on, I just haven't got around to them yet. I'm also trying to decide if I get a black bash plate as well as I'm going to have to adjust the current one anyway :shrug: . Then I'll be on the lookout for a black heat guard....and black discs....and black fork tubes...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7FPO61gFWXs/TkgmN5DZUII/AAAAAAAAAJU/IMmjRlmrKdg/s640/IMG_2359.JPG)
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I havnt added much since my last pic nearly a year ago, but I thought id update with a new one.
my most recent farkle was a give screen, which I'm very pleased with. before that was the gel seat mod.
(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/Rita%20Dl650/recent%20trip/13082011348_1-1.jpg)
a few more pics can be found with this link
http://s1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/Rita%20Dl650/recent%20trip/
cheers
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Hi everyone I'll try add a couple of pics of my new wee
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-w5xNL-V__pQ/TnHtduLaaJI/AAAAAAAAAAU/bd8pCB0L1rg/2011-09-08%25252013.11.52.jpg)
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Might be interested on going to one of these events, but looking elsewhere maybe the off road bits would be to much for me on a heavy bike like my wee strom. Plus no way I could do the off road bits with someone on the back :)
Keith C
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(http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz152/dsb79/IMG_1529.jpg)
Down at Boscombe pier today, was like a summers day, shame I didn't take the shorts.
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wish we got that blue sky a little more.....
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wish we got that blue sky a little more.....
Aye - and is them palm trees in the background? :angry-tappingfoot:
Sigh...
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It was stunning, but went to Bognor Regis today and was totally different, still nice and sunny but quite windy and a lot cooler.
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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8V-11dP4m74/TqFgj3u136I/AAAAAAAACi4/kSNjVxJpBRQ/s640/DSC01561.JPG)
Thought I'd post a pic of the Wee after a short ride this morning. It was a little nippy but dry, and as always a pleasure to ride.
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(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Zngh-QUY5gg/TqL_As-82XI/AAAAAAAABKo/Zv4x_QHMcqo/s640/Bikes.jpg)
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-R5DMssK57N0/TqL_F-1FnwI/AAAAAAAABKg/YPhjvIY8100/s640/Bike%252520at%252520Lakenheath.jpg)
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Funny how that little bit of red piping on the seat makes the seat look so much more expensive :)
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Funny how that little bit of red piping on the seat makes the seat look so much more expensive :)
That and the Price/Plate lol lol lol
as promised! (hope the links work)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/308814_287843784567468_100000255450672_1072745_1734565626_n.jpg)
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-She actually had 2miles when I got her lol
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Tumbleweed............................................... :shrug:
Before kit
(http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt135/ZXR750blob/Versys%202011/DSC00380.jpg)
After
(http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt135/ZXR750blob/Versys%202011/DSC00413.jpg)
She has a large bottom
(http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt135/ZXR750blob/Versys%202011/Versysready1.jpg)
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That is one ugly bike! :neen:
Still, how does she ride?
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She rides great :neen: Great handing bike,very agile.
She ain't ugly, shes just had botocks :shock:
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As long as she rides nice, s'all that matters!
Botox? Buttocks? either way.... lol
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I can only see the front cylinder head - where's the rear one?
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As long as she rides nice, s'all that matters!
Botox? Buttocks? either way.... lol
lol
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I can only see the front cylinder head - where's the rear one?
It is a parallel twin - so its next door to the one you can see.
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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8V-11dP4m74/TqFgj3u136I/AAAAAAAACi4/kSNjVxJpBRQ/s640/DSC01561.JPG)
Thought I'd post a pic of the Wee after a short ride this morning. It was a little nippy but dry, and as always a pleasure to ride.
Love this photo, looks great!
I want some of those 'adventure' graphics too!
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Love this photo, looks great!
I want some of those 'adventure' graphics too!
Thanks,
Locksmith was able to get the graphics made as a favour from someone near to his work place. You can get them from here http://www.cypressgraphics.com/buy_decals.html, but I never had a reply to any of the emails I sent regarding an order.
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(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8V-11dP4m74/TqFgj3u136I/AAAAAAAACi4/kSNjVxJpBRQ/s640/DSC01561.JPG)
Love this photo, looks great!
I want some of those 'adventure' graphics too!
Have to agree. It looks pretty good!!!
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Have a search around, I think Locksmith had a bloke that could make them for him.
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I can only see the front cylinder head - where's the rear one?
It is a parallel twin - so its next door to the one you can see.
Ooh dear, that sounds like a design fault! Have you come to get an idea of the trade in value against one with a proper twin engine? :grin:
(I know it's parallel, I was being facetious! :neen: )
I considered a Versys before I bought my Strom - they look good and get good reviews too. Looks nice in black.
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I like the later Versys more than the original. They seem decent little bikes and the later one has been improved to fix some of the older one's ailments and has less of an ugly face than the old one had. If it had a V-twin engine it would probably sell phenomenally well as tall road bike. One gripe I have with it is the stupid thing that you can only have the panniers or the top box, not both at the same time. Is that still the same on the new one?
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I can only see the front cylinder head - where's the rear one?
It is a parallel twin - so its next door to the one you can see.
Ooh dear, that sounds like a design fault! Have you come to get an idea of the trade in value against one with a proper twin engine? :grin:
(I know it's parallel, I was being facetious! :neen: )
I considered a Versys before I bought my Strom - they look good and get good reviews too. Looks nice in black.
My fault, come onto a Vstrom website and what did I expect :bawl: :obscene-drinkingchug: I did consider the Vstrom, but am a bit pro Kawasaki and Piglumps on here who works with me, already had one. Well he is greedy he has had two actually!
I am sure that I have seen a newer Versys with both panniers and top box, but not 100%? I will be looking for a top box, as my better half is happy enough on the back and up for getting out there, So I guess I will soon find out if there is a problem getting a top box. I actually have grown to like the headlight, and you can't see it when you are on the bike?!!? The exhaust is fine down underneath, but seems like a water trap for anything being chucked down off of the back wheel [ so we will see how it goes]
It is good for overtaking, the power [ even with the missing cylinder :angry-tappingfoot: ] is very well set for throttle response and everyday use. A world apart from My old ZX6R or ZXR750 I had previously. All be it not as civilised as the Vstrom.
Feel free to convert me - have not ridden the Strom [ I should have really ]
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Get a ride on the new Wee Strom, I think you'll find the engine surprisingly fun :thumb: Another bonus of these bikes (Versys included) is the riding position. Sitting upright is not only better for your back and arms, it helps you to see over traffic. This is very useful when you're filtering or on the motorway (particularly to spot a big braking chain and back off before the cars close to you start braking.)
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Givi do a full-set luggage system for the Versys here: http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycles ... uggage.htm (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycles/kawasaki-versys/kawasaki-versys-luggage.htm)
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That's more like it :thumb:
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Here's my posting from the Deauville forum earlier today which I thought I'd share :neen:
"Firstly, the bike is better than I expected and is now a favourite of mine.
It's certainly not what I'd call a heavy machine and has a surprisingly low seat (I'm 5'8" and can flat foot) and has lovely balance. It's also an attractive looking bike, albeit with a slightly dated look, and it comes with many of the basic "essentials" ie a screen that works, crash bars and a centre stand. This one also has a mudguard extenda, which I think is a must, plus the excellent hand and leg fairings and the wide lids. There's actually not much that I want to add to the bike apart from an Optimate hook up.
Rambo had already told me that the front tyre was reaching the end of it's life so I swapped it over for a new BT21. Prior to that, the handlebars did a merry jig on deceleration with hands off the bars ) but the new rubber is fantastic and I've been running it in on a few twisties up here. There is a bit of a notch on the steering at 12 o'clock but I reckon that I could get away with loosening the bearing adjuster, rather than go for a complete bearings replacement. Only notice it at low speed turns where it tends to over-steer once past the notch. Anyway, I'll try the adjustment first (thanks Rob for your technical pages ).
This is my first shaft drive and I expected to feel the difference but, to be honest, it seems to be much the same as my chain bikes (maybe I'm just not sensitive enough ) The ride is very compliant and I can see why folks take them on long distance journeys (which is why I bought it in the first place) and it sits very nicely at around 75mph - quite relaxing really. It is equally easy to ride at walking pace which gives plenty of time to look around at give-ways etc. On the engine itself, there is less instant power than on, say, the Suzuki V twins, but I haven't found this to detract from the riding experience, possibly because it seems to suit the overall nature of the bike. Another point, and unless it's just my imagination, the Deau seems to bank well over on bends, more so than other bikes, but that may be down to the low seat giving that impression. Anyway, it's not a problem as I like that style of riding and it feels very sure-footed.
I'm so impressed with the overall dynamics of the machine, and it's practicality, that I will definitely be looking to purchase a new one at some time in the future. In the meantime, I can think of no better bike to ride throughout the winter and into the Spring without having to check the weather forecast first. Great bike"
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-UkO12JxGn0U/TqQRKG_5RFI/AAAAAAAACR4/UtJY6peFP3U/s800/Deauville%252520-%252520Home%252520004.jpg)
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think I did a review of the old man's Doh a few days ago- :neen:
though the one you posted is the older pre 06 650 carb version and my dads is the Fuel injected 700 (680cc) all singing ABS, combined braking model.
http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=48&t=10686
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What I find most surprising is the very high price of a new Doh, compared with the new Wee. The Wee is a far better bike , apart from weather protection perhaps, and it's not as if these Spanish built bikes are endowed with the usual Honda build quality (common faults are steering bearings, exhaust, water pump and fuel pump). However, I still love it and I reckon that it has to be a candidate for "best winter hack". If I had the cash then I would be hapy to have my Bonneville, a new Doh and a new Wee (in orange) sitting in the garage :lala:
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Oldie, you just described my dream garage...
but I would swap the new wee for the Blue K6 I have- love the colour.
and the Bonnie for a Bonnie Speedmaster.
hang on, if I get to 'look after' the old mans K7 Doh, the mrs now wants the new red Speedmaster for an anniversary present and I have the wee- VICTORY! :lala:
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I used to have a 2006 ntv650, great bike but I had swapped straight from sports bikes and it was a bit of a culture shock.
If I had one now I would be very pleased. Great on fuel I remember.
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This looks like the place to introduce the bike.
2007 Suzuki DL650 w/ABS plus mudguard Extenda, sport and touring MP shields, clear signal lenses, hand guards, Audiovox CC-100 cruise control, NEP CC4 throttle lock, clock/temp/voltmeter guage, Scotts steering stabiliser, 2 Heat-Trollers, Sargent seat, SV Racing sliders, Adventure Motostuff turn signal conversion kit, HotGrips with Grip Puppies, SW-Motech sidecase racks w/tool tube - center stand - engine guards, Givi E36 side cases and E45 topcase, fork gaiters, Eastern Beaver single headlight cutoff switch with relay and PC8 fuse block, Stebel horn, Superbrace, EBC HH front brake pads and organic rear pads, Emgo mirrors, garage door opener, 2 cigarette lighter type sockets, earbuds with two jacks wired to bike for Garmin Zumo 550, Elka shock, Pat Walsh dash with stiffener, 2 Ram ball mounts, LED turn signals including front running lights and LED tail lights plus below cowling running lights, Traxxion fork cartridges, speed bleeders, VVME.com HID headlights with relay, MOSFET regulator, Gear Indicator Pro DX, grease fittings on the center stand pivots and shift lever pivot, stainless steel allen head replacement case bolts, RichlandRick footpeg lowering kit, adjustable hand levers, SKF tapered roller steering head bearings, Raceratb corrected gauge faces, Madstad windscreen bracket and Bales oil filter conversion center bolt.
Here are some older shots showing different modes.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3048/2942945437_1615324b4b.jpg)(http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1158/1374496213_7b0b8f7beb.jpg)(http://farm2.staticflickr.com/1082/1374496225_a044ae7e92.jpg)
And one that is fairly current.
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2625/4029848928_686916a897.jpg)
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WOW!!!! Now THAT's farkleing...
I'm surprised there isn't a Mr. Fusion reactor....
Nice bike, GW! :obscene-drinkingchug:
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Thanks but this bloke holds that title.
(http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4066/4582433178_eefff2f8d1.jpg)
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Thanks but this bloke holds that title.
(http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4066/4582433178_eefff2f8d1.jpg)
I bet he still gets lost lol! :-)
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Thanks but this bloke holds that title.
(http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4066/4582433178_eefff2f8d1.jpg)
I bet he still gets lost lol! :-)
Flippineck he needs all that nav gear, cos there is no way he will be able to see where he is going!!
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My Vee replacement :-
(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj90/dogpuf/IMAG0032-2.jpg)
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Thanks but this bloke holds that title.
(http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4066/4582433178_eefff2f8d1.jpg)
I bet he still gets lost lol! :-)
Flippin' 'eck he needs all that nav gear, cos there is no way he will be able to see where he is going!!
I wonder now how I never got lost on my first bike, a '67 Yamahammer YDS3 Catalina Cruiser, a 2-stroke, 250cc mosquito fogger...about as low teck as a street cruiser could get...
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Here is my DL1000 in it"s favourite environment.
This is Part 1 of 4. You can find the others on our You Tube Channel.
http://www.youtube.com/user/PensionHausMaria?feature=mhum
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qbtyw4WZB58
Of all of the countries I have visited, Austria is my all round favourite! Stayed a week in and around Tiersee In the Tyrol, fabulous area, fabulous views and more than anything else, the locals could not have been nicer! I long to get back to Krimml near Innsbruck, around easter when the falls are frozen - a stunning site.
Might have to pay a visit soon Ali!!
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Here is my DL1000 in it"s favourite environment.
This is Part 1 of 4. You can find the others on our You Tube Channel.
Thanks Ali, I thoroughly enjoyed that and will definitely be checking out parts 2-4 later.
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Thanks but this bloke holds that title.
(http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4066/4582433178_eefff2f8d1.jpg)
OK not bad, but I will wait til the summer and take some piccies at Goldwing rallys :)
Standard on 1800 is
Cruise control (4 buttons)
Stereo (I think 7 buttons)
Sat Nav
Suspension adjuster
Headlight adjuster
Screen adjusters (2)
ABS
Air bag
Dip siwtch
Indicator switch
Horn
Hazasr
Starter
Reverse swithc
Kill switch
Clock
Fuel gauge
Air compressor for suspension
air presure gauge for suspension
And then of course you can add
CB Radio and Handlebar controls
Fancy horn
Sat Nav as the Honda one has old maps and costs £250 to update
Drinks holder
Accessory socket
Cigeratte lighter socket C/W cigarette lighter
Up to 8 swithces for addiotnal pretty lights
I pod player with connection to standard audio.
Mobile phone
Volt meter
Amp meter
OIl pressure gauge
Tow bar
Trailer
And that's just thinking off of the top on my head :)
Keith Cross
ps forgot to mention that some of the wealthier goldwing owners also have huge camper vans and tow a trailer big enough to put their Goldwing and trailer inside (don't know why, but yes really).
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Air Bag!
the only air bag I have on the bike occupies the rear seat!
I'm dead if she reads this
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MMM that didn't work either. bloody technology :shrug:
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7168/6621269919_6a8c2b36ab.jpg)
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Here's a not very good photo of my K5 vee with I've had since the summer. I'm really enjoying the bike although haven't used it much as yet. Sounds nice with the scorpions :-)
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f69/wal750/photo4-1.jpg)
Craig
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7151/6686145351_d57fedbba5.jpg)
Here’s my wee which I am very pleased with it, having done 2000miles on it, touring Scotland which was great :thumb:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7004/6686045063_58fffef7dc.jpg)
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Which seat have you got there?
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Which seat have you got there?
Had it custom made for me from because the wee's standard seat was uncomfortable after an hour for me,
So had it made at motorbike-seats.co.uk for £275 and as you can see professionally well made, and I can last up to 3 to 4 hours on my wee now.
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Hi
Went out on mine today to try the screen brackets and took these pics.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7023/6697048819_a4d2a586e5.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6697048819/)
IMG_1326[1] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6697048819/) by snowy650 (http://www.flickr.com/people/71904436@N04/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7149/6697049797_2d94143ec2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6697049797/)
IMG_1327[1] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6697049797/) by snowy650 (http://www.flickr.com/people/71904436@N04/), on Flickr
Can't wait for summer :)))
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Hi
Here is Mrs Snowy's bike.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7168/6721815775_2914bd923b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6721815775/)
IMG_1359[1] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6721815775/) by snowy650 (http://www.flickr.com/people/71904436@N04/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7017/6721814807_7d319e02d9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6721814807/)
IMG_1358[1] (http://www.flickr.com/photos/71904436@N04/6721814807/) by snowy650 (http://www.flickr.com/people/71904436@N04/), on Flickr
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Mrs Snowy definitely has the fastest colour! :neen: Good pics!
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http://chriswalker.co.uk/?gallery=automotive (http://chriswalker.co.uk/?gallery=automotive)
First photo parked up in the middle of nowhere.
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At Hull - waiting for the ferry to Zeebrugge!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7205/6789972468_7b897f4fdf.jpg)
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Spent a couple of hours yesterday cleaning my (2008) V-Strom DL1000GT (I mainly use WD40), had a brilliant run out today, just a shade under 100 miles covered in nice and at times sunny weather here in central Scotland, here's a photo just before the run;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/6159_trim.jpg)
Canon 5D Mk1 - Samyang 35mm f/1.4 lens
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That's really shiny, I can almost see my reflection in that photo :liar: What's that yellow bit sticking out below it?
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The yellow bit is a piece of oval plastic that sits on the ground and your side stand sits on it so it doesn't sink into the grass and fall over etc........it spreads the weight load. Any bike dealer I'm sure will have these free if you need one, handy.
I use 'WD40' for all engine and casings. Autoglym instant show shine polish, fabulous stuff! ScottOiler filled with 'chain-saw' oil, cheap as chips to buy and it's anti-fling, been using this for many years with excellent results.
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Ah, I see now, the sidestand rests on it. I thought it looked like it was stuck to/hanging from the bottom of the bike.
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Built this Marley concrete sectional (10x18 foot) garage last summer/autumn, it's a great place/den for tinkering away at my V-Strom DL-1000;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/6181_trim.jpg)
(Canon 5D Mk1 - Samyang 35mm f/1.4 lens)
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Good choice of bike!! Looks a mirror of mine!! Oh - it's the same! Is the luggage easy to remove#~? only got mine today, so yet to tinker with it - I'll post up a few more pics of it at the weekend.
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Yea luggage is so simple to remove, the turn of a key, that's it.
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Oké, This is a picture of my bike, hope you enjoy it :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/Fastloe/Vstrom%202011/IMG_8095_6_4_tonemapped.jpg)
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I love that blue on the Vee :thumb:
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Chunky tyres! Does it make a noise like "Prrrrrrrrrrrrrrr" when they roll along slowly?
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The Heidenau Tyres are quit, even with my Shoei Hornet I don't hear them. They give a lot off grip on tarmac (wet and dry) and gravel. In sand the front tyre performs less, lot of grip on the backside.
I have this set for 15.000Km (9500 Ml) andthe front tyre is as good as new. The one on the back will be replaced within the next 5000Km.
This is probably the last month that the Vee is blue. I'm going to change the bikes color. Look at my avatar for a hint :shock:
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You're going to change it to a wood effect? :shrug:
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Walnut or Rosewood?
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Yes, it will be a sort of walnut, combined with carbon
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(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/6622-4-4-12.jpg)
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Walnut and carbon from that lovely blue?! :crazy: Well, it's your bike, but I can't say that I'd have considered that at all. Orange and yellow, now that I can associate with :)
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Must say that blue on your strom is a brilliant tone, Fastloe, shame to lose that, but 'each to his own'! :)
Will it affect the resale value, though? Maybe get a tank and couple of panels from the breakers, spray them and put your lovely blue ones in storage? :shrug:
Lovely Vee, macvisual - you been polishing that back tyre again?
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Mine with shiny new panniers fitted :)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-eSQ8Y-56eB4/T1vDJWcEoNI/AAAAAAAADrA/CV0cG0pkJDs/s640/DSC09092.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-JZUBIsQUgok/T2ZRuR3UU6I/AAAAAAAADvc/qAJ348oQBNQ/s640/DSC09091.JPG)
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Nice panniers, I like those big one's. Fantastic looks on a silver Vee
Oh, and I don't spray or paint my blue Vee, just use vynil wrap.
Easy to undo.
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Made a few changes to my GT Vee!!
Orange LED's in the hand guards are now my front indicators
Focus ST orange with a SV thou belly pan
The luggage rack is still at the powder coaters, from silver to satin black!! (hence the silver carrier)
I will take some more pic's in the daylight when I get chance!! ;-)
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh19/boxer6971/IMAG0173.jpg)
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh19/boxer6971/IMAG0186-1.jpg)
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh19/boxer6971/IMAG0185.jpg)
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh19/boxer6971/IMAG0184.jpg)
Wow, I like those led lights in your hand guards. Where are they from and how did you do the mod?
Cheers
Andy
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I like the orange color and the black exhaust pipes.
Nice combination
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Latest shot of mine, dripping with mods now...
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/Strom%20April%202012/CIMG0361.jpg)
and just for Andy..
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/Strom%20April%202012/CIMG0344.jpg)
with the side cases too...
(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt312/Pigglummps/Strom%20April%202012/CIMG0335.jpg)
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Mine in the mud
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/Vstrom%20pics/IMAG0169.jpg)
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7113/6934195382_4a334637d7_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com//photos/11424803@N03/sets/72157629458115682/show/)
I don't think mine will ever be any cleaner than this.
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Yellow :lala:
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plenty of good looking machines on here abouts
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I hope this works ........................ maybe I should ask one of the kids
[(http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=3043138519508&set=a.3043138479507.2125494.1294450802&type=1&theater)
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and my other bikes
KTM
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/Imported%20Photos%2000131.JPG)
and the old James
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/Imported%20Photos%2000041.JPG)
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Judging by that plastic container underneath it, the James is very British :neen: Then again, if I get that old I might be a bit leaky too...
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Yes you're right Juv , its stopped leaking now . The chaincase must be empty !
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My beautiful girl ... oh and the girlfriend too ... :)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/78897865@N03/7088687903/sizes/m/in/photostream/
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Really like that KTM Locksmith!!! :thumb: :thumb:
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http://Mmm struggling to add a picture, any help would be great please?
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If you have your image saved on Photobucket simply open it then click on the IMG code, it will say copied as you do. Then paste the code (Ctrl V) into the thread post. Lots of other advice in the pinned threads at the top of the pictures section.
I can see a new Wee if I shut my eyes real tight and think really hard! Then my head hurts and I have to stop.
Edit: Corrected URL to IMG ..
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(http://i1055.photobucket.com/albums/s520/markandcatherine1/545672_3426228252982_1188564080_32833979_1823906955_n.jpg)
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Hi managed to get my pictures working , here is my 650. I have not seen many other white ones so not sure how many there are out there.
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/76590190/vstrom/Bike%201%20forum.jpg)
I will get some more pictures once we get some better weather again.
Typical though get some new wheels and then the weather decides not to play ball.
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Can't see the photo : (
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OK, amended now, ditched skydrive and used dropbox.
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Here's the new Glee.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8009/6987100222_57b6a2166e_z.jpg)
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Very nice Mr Greywolf.
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Ditto, nice yellow Glee Greywolf!
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Does this mean you'll have to change your name to Yellowwolf? :)
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My name has naught to do with my bike color.
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Very nice. I like that colour a lot. :thumb: :thumb:
If they did that colour as standard, I'd be down the dealers with a wad of money like a shot.
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Lovely yellow that you picked there, stunning looking :thumb:
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My new decal
(http://i796.photobucket.com/albums/yy243/Itchythirdeye/IMGP1021.jpg)
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Just noticed this...decal looks great! Nice placement on the tank... :clap:
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Contents of my garage atm...
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5467/7203715746_587b6d0040_z.jpg)
left to right
NT700V-A Honda deauville 2007
DL650T Strom - Out of action at time pic taken- missing oil cooler in pic.
CX500-EC Honda 1983 - Sorned- leaking more than 1 type of fluid- but running. (winter project)
kind of a dream garage to me, apart from missing a 60's Bonnie. but another bike and one's gota get hung from the rafters. :shy:
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I love your garage, I must sqeeze more bikes in mine...2 not enough!!
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Went for a quick ride today and come across these foxes hanging on a fence there were 74 of them and 2 feral cats.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f189/oz650r/GSX%201400/108_4861.jpg)
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Not sure Farmer Palmer would get away with that in the UK.
And posted by someone called WhiteFox too !
Nice Bike.
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We see it a fair bit here just shows that you are doing the right thing and gives the birds a free meal. Foxes are a big problem in Australia and most farmers will be out to get as many as they can before the spring lambs arrive. The name Whitefox came about because the bike was changed from Fox orrange to white when new. I think I will change it back though.
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Finally cleaned off all the dust from ST3 last Saturday.
Looking pretty good I think, except for the alloy bashplate :GRR:
Been saving me pennies but it may come down to a toss of the coin....
A new black bashplate http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=6456&p=112056#p112056,
Or new black exhaust http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Suzuki-DL-650-Vstrom-V-Strom-GPR-Exhaust-road-legal-carbonox-version-/130639444681?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item1e6ab7bac9....
It's a tough call :shrug:
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-2dN4aS1wbi4/T8kpvnKi9XI/AAAAAAAAAdk/D8GwqwvNJGE/s800/IMG_2899.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-xiAnJNWaJ08/T8kpX85ovOI/AAAAAAAAAdU/gVTUEvOHp6o/s800/IMG_2901e.JPG)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-4z_UVBMsfZs/T8kpwlYWczI/AAAAAAAAAds/-Exo19j2VCE/s800/IMG_2902.JPG)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ES_ewlwhuQs/T8kpue9RmOI/AAAAAAAAAdc/AxofLhKMVuk/s800/IMG_2904.JPG)
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Just get the bashplate powdercoated Ptarmigan then get the exhaust .
The Wee looks great in mat black .
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Really like that KTM Locksmith!!! :thumb: :thumb:
Only just noticed your post ,,,thanks Piglumps , I don't think I'll ever sell it ,if I do it would be for the SMT . I don't ride it that much but every time I do it still gives me that buzz if you know what I mean .
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Just get the bashplate powdercoated Ptarmigan then get the exhaust.
:text-+1:
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Here is my latest addition to the garage.
Just sold my BMW f650gs and needed a bike pretty quick as I am riding the Stella Alpina Rally in italy in a weeks time 2300 miles.
I think it will be a great bike for the road part of the journey but not to sure how it will cope with the mountain trails in the Alps.
So I thought I would give the little Wee a try.
It's a 2007 57 plate 1 owner with 8k miles,650 x,with full Suzuki history.
Had my first ride out around North Wales yesterday 200 miles and very pleased so fare.
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/v%20strom%20650%20x/102_0758.jpg)
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o68/gary117/v%20strom%20650%20x/102_0750.jpg)
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Top of Glen Quaich, near Kenmore, Loch Tay, Scotland.
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG1765.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG1764.jpg)
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Finally got round to figuring out how to and getting round to posting some pics...
Hope it works!
http://flic.kr/p/cmDv8w (http://flic.kr/p/cmDv8w)
http://flic.kr/p/cmDuZG (http://flic.kr/p/cmDuZG)
http://flic.kr/p/cmDuVo (http://flic.kr/p/cmDuVo)
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It doesn't I don't think!
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I think I've figured it out ! - Dropbox is much easier..
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/89697324/Various%20V-strom/Copy%20of%20IMG_0936_1%20%28Small%29.JPG)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/89697324/2012%20euro%20trip/2012%20euro%20trip%20111.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/89697324/2012%20euro%20trip/2012%20euro%20trip%20095%20%28Small%29.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/89697324/2012%20euro%20trip/2012%20euro%20trip%20084%20%28Small%29.jpg)
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First ride on my new Wee to ribbleshead.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yi1y0rda2ee9i ... 124602.jpg (https://www.dropbox.com/s/yi1y0rda2ee9i98/IMG_20120524_124602.jpg)(https://www.dropbox.com/s/yi1y0rda2ee9i98/IMG_20120524_124602.jpg)
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Here's mine... just added Givi Trekker boxes (1x 33L, 1x 46L, 1x 52L). Still waiting on the Suzuki Tourer Pack to be fitted next week at the 600 mile service
(http://i1030.photobucket.com/albums/y362/clarkegray/Suzuki%20DL%20650%20V%20Strom/VStrom650Trekkers.jpg)
(http://i1030.photobucket.com/albums/y362/clarkegray/Suzuki%20DL%20650%20V%20Strom/VStrom650Trekkers4.jpg)
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Very nice bud .. I have the same but black and going to have exactly the same luggage set .. can't wait :)
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My baby, since last September :auto-dirtbike:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DHe7fMeFxDM/UAGEyh6TLmI/AAAAAAAAACE/6jJUF6vp5To/s640/IMG_0053.JPG)
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Just finished replacing both front & rear brake pads on my V-Strom DL1000, sorry about the non-tidy garage photo;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/1634_original.jpg)
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Having a rest on Falkland Hill near where I live - we do get blue sky up here....
I didn't take a pic the other way as it was black & grim looking! :rain:
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/92126794/Hill.jpg)
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All cleaned and polished ready to go, WD40 is fabulous for the metal/frame bits;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/1673_1673_original.jpg)
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Here's the new Glee.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8009/6987100222_57b6a2166e_z.jpg)
It looks great in Yellow. Just wondering is it as fast as my white one :lala:
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On a bike run last Friday, I took this image of my pride n' joy;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/1826_strom.jpg)
(2008 model V-Strom DL1000 GT)
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/IMAG0198.jpg)
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/52188350/Vstrom.jpeg)
My new baby on her second day from Derby to blackpool to Wales!
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My Vstrom transformation. A little bit of Yellow Vinyl works wonders !!
What do you blokes n birds think ?? :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled1.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled2.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled3.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled4.jpg)
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/Scatman800/Jacksons%20bikes/untitled5.jpg)
Plus Wezmoto brake lines, Hagon fork springs, Fork Brace and GSXR Calipers !! :thumb:
I live in arklow county wicklow was that your strom I saw in main street carpark last week
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A Strom disguised as a Hornet !! You will certainly be visible.
The flag's a fire hazard though ... :)
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The yellow looks good on the fairing but don't like the yellow brake lines :-x
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My BMW K100 arrived today. It's a low miler but still needs a good polish. Hoping to get it real nice over the winter months :)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-KfB4A5lDAB4/UEI1JiPBsBI/AAAAAAAAClM/anctsp2FgR8/s800/2012-09-01%252014.01.00.jpg)
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:grin: When you opening your motorcycle museum then oldie? Do we get forum discount :lala:
seriously - looks very nice!
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:grin: When you opening your motorcycle museum then oldie? Do we get forum discount :lala:
seriously - looks very nice!
What a cracker of a bike this one is ! Took it for a 100 mile spin yesterday and it blew me socks off :lala: It seriously begs the question as to why you would spend easily 10 times as much on a brand new sports tourer when you can have one of these.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-fiGcvsTXF2I/UERM9GTURdI/AAAAAAAACls/c2ad3WqdPJI/s800/044.jpg)
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The seat looks thin and somehow rock-hard though....?
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Aye, and if I remember back in the mists of time, it was a tad tall for shorty legged flok...like me!
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The seat looks thin and somehow rock-hard though....?
Airhawk is your friend :) (second hand, of course)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Jd9LPCHx0z0/UES6cTPkycI/AAAAAAAACmU/GpKDEwDKfK0/s800/2012-09-03%252015.06.47.jpg)
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My nearly new Triumph Tiger 800. Collected it on Tuesday and booked it on to the ferry to France to take it for a test run, seen here at the bridge at St Nazaire.
Very pleased so far :)
(http://i715.photobucket.com/albums/ww155/Mattie660/IMG_1784.jpg)
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Pre Brighton Burn up wash
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/10/nazepeby.jpg)
On the sea front in Brighton
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/10/pa8u2epa.jpg)
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Finally managed to get her cleaned and take a good pic.... Still the only colour for a Vee if you ask me!! :grin:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o58/BikerSharp/DSC_0203.jpg)
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Me on my K8 V-Strom DL1000 GT at the top of the 'Furka Pass', Switzerland, during our two week European bike trip last week;
Utterly great scenery don't you think....!!!!
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2072.jpg)
Mind blowing scenery/views/tight twisties/hot riding conditions = result.
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/westonsupermarebikenight/8007587119/sizes/m/in/set-72157631584254141/
weston bike night yesterday!
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here is my 12 yr old daughter on her first ride out with me back in Sept 2011.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/108640452/V-Strom%20Pictures/2011-12-09%2014.43.40.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/108640452/V-Strom%20Pictures/2011-12-09%2014.44.21.jpg)
My first attempt at posting images so here goes.
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Parked up in Callander town square, Scotland;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2832.jpg)
Mine's the black shiny one.
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(http://www.flickr.com/photos/63301774@N02/8120173145/in/photostream)
Hope this works, my 650 after a day out in the mist and rain today. Still searching for the bike that will give me as much fun as this one, hop on and off I go. Not found it yet :auto-dirtbike:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/63301774@N ... hotostream (http://www.flickr.com/photos/63301774@N02/8120173145/in/photostream)
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/30578902/8109887540_8441704591.jpg)
Shot of my new 650ABS on a trip out to Barmouth a week or two back
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Great looking bike.. ;)
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/vzk043ao0oew9 ... .12.25.jpg (https://www.dropbox.com/s/vzk043ao0oew90j/2012-10-27%2010.12.25.jpg)
Bit too shiny ... Must get some miles done!
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great roads down to Barmouth did you go through Bala
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My Kawasaki KLV1000
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8478/8179419387_f2d7f95b0a.jpg)
On Long Mynd Shropshire 13/10/2012
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/30578902/8109887540_8441704591.jpg)
Shot of my new 650ABS on a trip out to Barmouth a week or two back
:clap: Linsair, that's one of the best photos I;ve seen of the Glee - looks solid and purposeful in that blocky light, makes me want one!
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Get one, they're great, get that colour too.. :)
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Get one, they're great, get that colour too.. :)
I'm tempted to do the trade-in but
1) I've modded my bike heavily and it's taken me all this time to make it into the bike I always wanted it to be
2) I've got my eye on the 2013 Triumph Tiger Explorer (not as a trade-in, but as an additional bike to enjoy)
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here is my 12 yr old daughter on her first ride out with me back in Sept 2011.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/108640452/V-Strom%20Pictures/2011-12-09%2014.43.40.jpg)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/108640452/V-Strom%20Pictures/2011-12-09%2014.44.21.jpg)
My first attempt at posting images so here goes.
More photos from Gib please, not been there for ages, was station there for 2 years back in the 80's,
keep meaning to ride down for a visit
:thumb:
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Gassoon, many thanks for that. To be honest I have had sports bikes almost exclusively for 20 odd years, a very brief interlude with a Versys which I could not get on with (front end always felt vague under braking, and too much vibration) some 12months later jumped back onto a ZX10R for 3 years but age has started to catch up with me and anything longer than 1/2 hour and my wrist ached, backed ached etc, etc. Back in August my mate and I did a trade in and bought two brand new Vstrom 650's and I can honestly say it is the best alround bike I have ever owned.
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/30578902/Vstrom.jpg)
This is what this bike was made for. :thumb:
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Here's a couple that I picked up this week. Trophy 900 and a CBF1000.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-m_Ek6PH-mx8/UKJ_yTZxWCI/AAAAAAAACqM/DjI6XbZs4Q4/s640/2012-11-12%252012.25.17-Forum.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-tt4IMvSY7tY/UKJ26GureBI/AAAAAAAACp8/gWeb5k3ebJs/s640/2012-11-13%252016.32.03.jpg)
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The REAL LOVE of my LIFE
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8478/8183254516_9e1a876c64.jpg)
My beautiful 1948 Triumph TR5 Trophy Replica
Built from quite a few boxes of bits
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Switzerland & Austria motorcycle trip 2012;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2140_1_zpsb70539b7.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2057_4_zps44369dbb.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2611_1_zpsb0752c92.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2066_1_zps6b6f31b1.jpg)
Anyone interested in our motorcycling journey, here's a link to our (virgin) two week bike trip through Europe in September 2012 on our Suzuki V-Strom, mainly focusing on both Austria & Switzerland etc....
Click this link > http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum ... -sept.html (http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/25-ride-reports/166656-european-bike-trip-1st-15th-sept.html)
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(http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x7/birbal/Dual_zps115a4628.jpg)
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I know you can't see much of the bike, but I accidentally managed to take what I think is an "artsy" photo of my bike with my phone
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/2337731/strom.JPG)
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She might have moaned more if you slept in the yard with the bike.
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(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0106_zpsf9c9d4b1.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0107_zps88d91a33.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0109_zps4d93f2fb.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0111_zpsbe075a48.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0113_zpsb09dee60.jpg)
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/DSCN0125_zps825ff674.jpg)
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I'm so sorry
:bawl:
(http://I.imgur.com/pZ362l.jpg)
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Metbandit1;
Hmmmm lovely Gixer, is that the 1000cc version ?
I've been looking at a black 2010 Hayabusa myself as a second bike (possibly).
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Nope its the 600. Looks massive from that photo angle.
A giveaway though is they they have gold brembo calipers on the 1000 and silver on the 600/750.
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lol give away.... we mostly have stroms... I for one wouldn't know the differance... but I think the 1000 has twin exhausts, I think.
nice piece of kit there though. id loose either my licence or my life quite quickly with one of them.
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Yea the big 1000cc Gixer's are marvellous, I had two at different times, a K3 in silver colour, and then a limited edition k4 in black with standard gold wheels, great machines, I do crave their creamy power often...
I'm so liking the new shape Busa's presently, some decent deals out there in bike land.
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lol give away.... we mostly have stroms... I for one wouldn't know the difference... but I think the 1000 has twin exhausts, I think.
nice piece of kit there though. id loose either my licence or my life quite quickly with one of them.
Like I almost did the other day O_O
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ)
I do miss my strom for ease of use and love-ability, but that speed itch wasn't quiet scratched I don't think.
My goal is to have a 2nd bike as a strom though in the next 18 months hopefully.
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Metbandit1;
Hmmmm lovely Gixer, is that the 1000cc version ?
I've been looking at a black 2010 Hayabusa myself as a second bike (possibly).
The new busas are stunning bikes and how tonnes of power, a bit heavy but still very capable in the twisties for the size that it is!
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Will try again to post a photograph
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Loaded up last weekend for Brass Monkey Rally :obscene-drinkingchug:
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/73151794/DSCF1128.JPG)
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I do miss my Strom for ease of use and love-ability, but that speed itch wasn't quiet scratched I don't think.
My goal is to have a 2nd bike as a Strom though in the next 18 months hopefully.[/quote]
I have a strom for commuting and a gsxr 750 with carbon, akrapovic, full map etc etc,for play, it doesn't get out much though, the stroms so good at everything. OK down on power but it still shifts OK when pushed hard.
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(http://i1267.photobucket.com/albums/jj550/ziggydraemar/DL650_zps72ee8ace.jpg)
Failed again.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ)
I installed expat shield last night and now I can view uk content on you tube.
The ST3 videos are great! Nice work!
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http://i1267.photobucket.com/albums/jj550/ziggydraemar/DL650_zps72ee8ace.jpg[/img]
Failed again.
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I sorted it for you.
let me know if youwant to know who I did it.
paul
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/sexton_peters/8394026922/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/sexton_peters/8394026922/)
Three bikes, the fazers for sale as the V strom replaces it.
Any offers £1100 ono
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I sorted it for you.
let me know if youwant to know who I did it.
paul
Paul, many thanks, and yes please.
Mick
:lala: :lala:
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Hi Mick
Just realised that you're not massively far away from me and Mitch (Huddersfield)
If you fancy a day/ride out . give us a shout :)
Cheers
Josh
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/7tw639r3oa2rb7b/2013-01-20%2016.12.47.jpg)
Mine, a bit cold :bawl:
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Looks toasty warm, what you on about? :grin:
I ventured out to the garage, warmed both bikes up, getting gassed in the process, then turned them off and went back over to the house.
The snow has gone apart from a bit on the grass here and there, but I haven't seen the temp gauge I have go above 2 degrees since Thursday.
Looks like another week on the pushbike to work then. :character-yoshi:
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Hi Mick
Just realised that your not massively far away from me and Mitch (Huddersfield)
If you fancy a day/ride out . give us a shout :)
Cheers
Josh
Josh always up for a ride. I am just north of Leicester.
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Sorry ziggy I must have been looking at someone else's profile thinking you were near Doncaster/hull ... Were always up for a ride and I have some friends in Birmingham ..
We could always meet near Buxton or something Like that .. yh if you ever fancy a ride give us a shout :)
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Silver Strom bought 8 weeks ago and hardly ridden. I've changed the standard pipes for Venom but jobs to do are change crashbars for my old ones so I can fit the Motech belly pan, HID the headlights, convert to HID and fit the ring projector spotlights, Power socket under seat and associated spaghetti, autocom intercom, MRA screen, got all the bits just need a few hours.....
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8235/8398755449_ba0be049c1.jpg)
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I sorted it for you.
let me know if youwant to know who I did it.
paul
Paul, many thanks, and yes please.
Mick
:lala: :lala:
you just need the [img]once at each end of the link to your picture.
I noticed it was there twice at each end that can happen when you paste the link in.
it happed to mine at first I was pulling what hair I still have left out.
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Many thanks will give it a go.
:lala:
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmvorL6p1fQ)
I installed expat shield last night and now I can view uk content on you tube.
The ST3 videos are great! Nice work!
Glad you liked them! It was a cracking trip, thoroughly enjoyed it.
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(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh74/alexthomas3/2012%20euro%20trip/Eurotour2012105_zpse10b11a6.jpg)
Me and my trusty steed somewhere on the stelvio pass.Will be going over the pass on way to bosnia in june on the wee strom so hopefully be able to put up some cool pics of the wee on far away travels.
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/motorbike/random038_zps2c6dea9a.jpg)
finally shown how to get a picture on here thanks to Tusker.
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what's that saying about old dogs and new tricks :shock:
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And the picture is where! :sarc:
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/misc003_zps099ad70d.jpg)
finally shown how to get a picture on here thanks to Tusker.
Skinny mate,, your picture is only here as long as it is in you Photobucket album....
lol not sure you have the hang of this yet :GRR:
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(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/motorbike/misc045_zps92d41c01.png)
My Old R1
:neen:
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that will wind the purists up... :grin:
I'd repost the Glee :thumb:
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whoops wrong picture lol lol yep still not used to it. is this better
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/motorbike/random040_zps45d6f140.png)
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/motorbike/random038_zps2c6dea9a.jpg)
aaaahhh I give up :neen:
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New purchase: 2008 K7 DL1000 (only 6K on clock)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8383/8459014454_6ecfd7af85.jpg)
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Tommytuck;
Hello that blue 2008 model DL1000 looks a minter and only 6 thou miles, wOw hardly used! Health to enjoy, it's the exact year/make/model as mine, enjoy lots!
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/109556181/2013-01-21%2007.51.45.jpg)
Hope this works.
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Cheers Macvisual......
The joys of shopping in January, the dealer made the fatal mistake of informing me that the bike had
been sitting in their other shop for a while & hadn't moved "Ker-ching"....tyre kicking excuse.
Had the price dropped by £500 in 5 mins + full year's MOT .....
Got home to think about it, rang 'em up & got a new rear Metzler Tourance fitted FOC & extra standard screen thrown in :thumb:
Only 1 previous owner & no wet riding (boy is it in for a shock now!)
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Yes it does look a very tidy bike that .. Hope to see you at one of the Stromtrekkers soon then :thumb:
Cheers
Josh
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Only got a pic of it on the drive
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/20130217_133415.jpg)
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WCoUWO5TZ1c/USfkE3zc_5I/AAAAAAAAAB4/VmoXXnHWOvs/s400/P2170350.JPG)
Nice in white but might turn it red. Just after it's rinse off on sunday
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Here it is!
(http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/9150/imag0005lq.jpg)
and some details...
(http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/3165/imag0003x.jpg)
(http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/7787/imag0007oe.jpg)
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The best exhausts!
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Taken just outside Ironbridge Shropshire this afternoon.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8098/8566340202_c7e8db1759.jpg)
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taken a few weeks ago... mrs first long is ride on her bike
(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/Spring%202013/20130306_15403small9.jpg)
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taken a few weeks ago... mrs first long is ride on her bike
:eusa-think:
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(https://www.dropbox.com/s/783oikoun0ijy6g/581503_10151491163649523_242648911_n.jpg)
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nice bike yozzer if we could see it lol
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/783oikoun0ijy6g/581503_10151491163649523_242648911_n.jpg)
:)
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Winter Project completed (nearly!) Passed its roadtest and MOT today. One happy Firestorm!!
Feel free to take the 'P' - we all need cheering up in this weather!!
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8103/8594285639_4c49404741.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8089/8595433056_eab4f20d34.jpg)
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An old bouncy 900 Divvy shafty.. I see you have the leading links, sort the rear shock and eliminate the bounce altogether.. :)
Love it.
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nice, I've just sold mine to get the strom, shame but I like this 1 better :grin:
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Thanks.
The Divvy was bought specifically to do this to as its shaft and a tubular frame, primarily for the Elefant next January when my Mate retires. I made the leading links and bought an old Sidecar to restore. Shocks are Suzuki GS1000G that came with the Suzuki when |I bought it new in 1982 so not bad for 31 year old shocks! Front mudguard is an Enfield Bullet rear one that's been modified a tad, steering damper is a trusty old VW Beetle one. Rear shock is off a Fazer with jack up links - not too bad with a light Sidecar. All in all I'm pretty pleased.
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Getting it ready for a visit from the new pope?? lol
Only joking mate, you must carry lots of luggage to need a rack as well
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Looks like fun, I love the ladder to get to the roof storage area lol
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now 3 years old still going well! (touch wood)
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/109173480/vstrom/2013-02-10%2021.45.14.jpg)
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First pics of my nearly completed project. More to follow when the sun shines.
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/KLV%201000/SL272953_zps658d45be.jpg)
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/KLV%201000/small_zpsf3ac58c9.jpg)
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Against Doc's orders, took the DL out a wee blip to scrub in the brand new Metzeller Tourance rubber....
Wee skiff of snow still hanging around my vicinity :auto-dirtbike:
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8248/8602856171_c7e0982d7a_z.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8523/8602854503_6145d5a0f2_z.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8522/8602850081_ec0a928e8c_z.jpg)
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That last photo is a cracker, nice one.
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After nearly 2 weeks of ownership finally took some pics after a good clean :)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u97/mbroma/IMG_0756_zpse90e04f5.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u97/mbroma/d99d1511-e24b-4356-9039-a0b2d489d9e5_zpsc1eb1428.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u97/mbroma/6253a216-9dce-40d0-ab70-59499ca06727_zpsc7c1f9c4.jpg)
(http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u97/mbroma/2341d669-eb67-4772-bfcc-7ac2ecad967f_zps6c18e875.jpg)
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Does this count? :grin:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o58/BikerSharp/DSC_0365_zps3c496af3.jpg)
Superlight carbon fibre, one of many push bikes....
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Sidbury Hill, Wiltshire today.
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/SL272956_zps2759a825.jpg)
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/SL272958_zpsb96ab146.jpg)
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A couple of photos from a different camera.
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/PICT0001_zpsf1578f16.jpg)
(http://i1149.photobucket.com/albums/o581/campfreddy22/PICT0002_zpsd0cb357d.jpg)
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most recent pic I've got. haven't added anything new yet, but soon I will add some heel protectors
(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/sasha%20Dl650/2013-02-28-008_zps4bea5b30.jpg)
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(http://www.flickr.com/photos/94601202@N04/8614161142/)
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/94601202@N04/8614158648/)
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/94601202@N04/8613048209/)
hope this works but after 8 months of sitting in the shed finally back out and ready to be used!
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Nope! :groan:
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any ideas? :shrug:
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(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8533/8614161142_cff86251da.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8390/8614158648_e46d11ab66.jpg)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8248/8613048209_be63cfa06f.jpg)
hope this works but after 8 months of sitting in the shed finally back out and ready to be used!
you lot are useless :)
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My pedal powered bike
(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/64012197/20130407_162402.jpg)
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Out with the old :bawl:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/299_23162967498_3751_n.jpg)
In with the new :grin:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/734010_10151366019407499_2030641653_n.jpg)
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I do like the new enjoy :thumb:
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I do like the new enjoy :thumb:
Thanks Phil, love the K9 I have in UK so I'm sure this will be just as nice! :lala:
Will miss the Firestorm :bawl: It has been a great bike but the old MX injuries :old: say it's time for something a bit more comfortable! :grin:
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(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/th_IMG_0957.jpg) (http://s280.photobucket.com/albums/kk198/imacwalker_2008/Panniers%20Done/?action=view¤t=IMG_0957.jpg)
Hi there,
Please does anyone know how are these panniers called opt. link where to get'em in UK.
Thanks, any advice much appreciated
Pat
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(https://dl.dropbox.com/s/7tw639r3oa2rb7b/2013-01-20%2016.12.47.jpg)
Mine, a bit cold :bawl:
:thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
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What about this one.... :angry-tappingfoot:
(http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o58/BikerSharp/DSC_0371_zps51cf9556.jpg) (http://s117.photobucket.com/user/BikerSharp/media/DSC_0371_zps51cf9556.jpg.html)
Not doing this right am I? :GRR:
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WTF is that contraption? :shrug:
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WTF is that contraption? :shrug:
Its a push bike... :thumb:
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WTF is that contraption? :shrug:
Its a push bike... :thumb:
Push is the right word for it lol
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Does it come with a seat option ?
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That is the seat! lol!
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Great bike m8, Used to ride for St Helens CRC back in the day. Before I discovered wine and women...and..err bacon!!! Oh, and pies....oh well. :)
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Just showed that to the other half (who has done a couple of Tri-athlons) and she said Corrrrr :)
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That is the seat! lol!
How do you start it?
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what sort of mpg you get from it?
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Took the time today for a photo opp.
(http://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/73151794/DSCF1142.JPG)
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That's very nice.
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had a ride out today and took a couple of pictures
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/geocachingnongps012_zps38976461.jpg)
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/geocachingnongps014_zpse48052c4.jpg)
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o655/skinny5216/geocachingnongps023_zpscd76642f.jpg)
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Skinny. Nice pictures. But where?
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Skinny. Nice pictures. But where?
B4ndit it's over the Peak District. Once named the most dangerous road in Britain the A537 Macclesfield to Buxton (cat and fiddle) There are average speed camera's on route today, but the road and the bends are still good fun even at 50mph it's still knee down material and still one of my favourite routes. If anyone on the ST6 gets the chance it is well worth the ride over that particular stretch. :thumb:
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think I have her just about done!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/94939518@N07/8677871925/in/photostream
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think I have her just about done!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/94939518@N07/8677871925/in/photostream
Nice looking bike that chalky :thumb:
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thanks skinny, cost me (well our lass) a small fortune in add on bits!
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http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/4563/imagegrbe.jpg (http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/4563/imagegrbe.jpg)
(http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/4563/imagegrbe.jpg)
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Cracking photo.
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:)
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Yes Stee :-)
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A nice little run out today on this...
(http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq273/royzx7r/IMG_0819_zps9c44f8f9.jpg) (http://s455.photobucket.com/user/royzx7r/media/IMG_0819_zps9c44f8f9.jpg.html)
Followed by.....
(http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq273/royzx7r/IMG_0817_zpsbfbf8246.jpg) (http://s455.photobucket.com/user/royzx7r/media/IMG_0817_zpsbfbf8246.jpg.html)
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Now that's made me feel hungry ....
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(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/backflipinfreak/P1000989_90_91_tonemapped.jpg)
Taken on ST6, Slightly doctored
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Taken on ST6, Slightly doctored
Well you haven't doctored the sky if that was taken on Saturday morning.
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I like that, Tommy :thumb:
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(http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq273/royzx7r/IMG_0817_zpsbfbf8246.jpg) (http://s455.photobucket.com/user/royzx7r/media/IMG_0817_zpsbfbf8246.jpg.html)
Best picture on 'ere :thumb:
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Mine from a trip a couple of weeks ago.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/415564/vstrom/IMG_00000042_edit.jpg)
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/unazyded.jpg)
On top of Clee Hills during a 150 mile Sunday morning ride. It's a lot tighter in the bends having fitted Ricks fork brace.
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(http://img15.hostingpics.net/pics/760853IMG7166.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=760853IMG7166.jpg)
Under a rare sunbeam ! :)
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Mine is in there somewhere.
http://flic.kr/p/eu27R8
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Good shot that!!!!! :)
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Heres my bike where I live up in Shetland:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16310608@N03/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/16310608@N03/)
Brilliant place to ride :) , (if you don't mind dodging sheep and rabbits).
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7331/8839540268_77589b129a.jpg)
there it is. love it :) :auto-dirtbike:
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Moto tour with friends !
(http://img15.hostingpics.net/pics/679506DSC0329.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=679506DSC0329.jpg)
(http://img15.hostingpics.net/pics/940665DSC0311.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=940665DSC0311.jpg)
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(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3710/8921974222_dd250624dd.jpg)
In the car park at John O'Groats having a 'wee' rest before tackling the north west coast of Scotland
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Laurent, your all black strom looks great, I've never seen that colour (or lack of colour) before and I like it!
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:ty:
:ty:
:ty:
Strangely it is a current color (hard black) !
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(http://img4.hostingpics.net/pics/994258DSC0399.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=994258DSC0399.jpg)
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well its sunny and it time she came out for a play
(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/exbandit/IMAG0423_zps4375487a.jpg) (http://s1343.photobucket.com/user/exbandit/media/IMAG0423_zps4375487a.jpg.html)
(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/exbandit/abe8de26-9aad-4f95-b1d9-a634c94d176b_zps7f751d8d.jpg) (http://s1343.photobucket.com/user/exbandit/media/abe8de26-9aad-4f95-b1d9-a634c94d176b_zps7f751d8d.jpg.html)
(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/exbandit/6293e76e-363c-4029-9936-54704a810af6_zps8e34be22.jpg) (http://s1343.photobucket.com/user/exbandit/media/6293e76e-363c-4029-9936-54704a810af6_zps8e34be22.jpg.html)
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My Babe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpAdtbLGjSo
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(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/7515wblzq88y491/2013-06-26%2017.23.49.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/v1mnawgx06uqbee/2013-06-26%2017.24.23.jpg)
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7322/9210501878_e4ac62fa7b.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7439/9207723637_798b048185.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3674/9210501098_4b07616449.jpg)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2886/9207722991_d549e9685f.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7454/9207717517_95422c691f.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7284/9207711271_400c788b3e.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3808/9207716889_9d4dce4ebe.jpg)
:clap:
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Riding over the Dolomites last month.....
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/05/ba4a2y8a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/05/6e8uhuju.jpg)
Riding the croation coast road
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(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7375/9250416678_c3e0ea56ec.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7321/9250418534_ab2c53b76a.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/9250420656_95e876488e.jpg)
Collected my new Glee Monday 8th July
SW Motech Crash Bar, I don't like the Suzuki bars, Sump guard ( nice two tone) , Centre stand (Centre stand is a little tender so bike needs to be parked on the flat or facing uphill or it may well roll off the stand. On the upside it is much easier than my "V" was to get off the stand.
Suzuki Knuckle guards.
Oxford Hot grips
Givi airflow screen
mudguard extender
Givi Rack, Top box and side boxes Boxes removed and stored as they are huge and are too big to get bike into shed.
Migsel SatNAv bracket on order.
Aprillia mirrors being considered as is foot peg lowering kit and bar risers. ( does it ever end?)
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Looks very smart Brockett :thumb: .
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(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3828/9319095196_4e70fe4173_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/9319095196/)
Abstract Suzuki (http://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/9319095196/) by Peter McCullough Photography (http://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5502/9318099340_c29f889cfb_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/9318099340/)
Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/9318099340/) by Peter McCullough Photography (http://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Love the abstract photo ..... :thumb:
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Ace Cafe on July 25th.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7357/9365625269_4fd6da27f8.jpg)
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(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/52188350/phprHeOm5AM.jpg)
this is me at lands end last week!
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(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/773767DSC0456.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=773767DSC0456.jpg)
holidays come soon
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Laurent, possibly the best looking strom I've seen (in my opinion of course). Love the colour scheme.
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Thanks Stevee_p :)
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new to me a couple of weeks ago - a 2011 'GT' model with Suzuki luggage, abs, hand guards, heated grips and centre stand:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3831/9420151679_ed0a09aaa4_z.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7301/9422917438_8f975e0e97_z.jpg)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3722/9422919160_73746bb11f_z.jpg)
With Luggage fitted:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7329/9420150943_ff8e145468_z.jpg)
With new give airflow screen:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3757/9422699060_722d05826a_z.jpg)
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Silver wheels always look good :thumb: (until you have to keep them that way :neen: )
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yeah - they don't stay that way very long! - brake dust on the front - chain lube on the back!
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(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/belly%20pan/20130807_130314_zps289ed9af.jpg)
my bike, how she looks today. still got givi airflow, guardian bell attached to the crash bars and all else, but took the bagster off and fitted a belly pan
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new to me a couple of weeks ago - a 2011 'GT' model with Suzuki luggage, abs, hand guards, heated grips and centre stand:
nice looking bike that :)
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After a wash and blow dry :)
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y104/M4rt/e6642e7ef9bbf0e92e27c7dfc90835f2_zps14ea83f0.jpg)
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Clean.
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nice clean example of a K4 model.
can't be many more in that condition around.
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nice clean example of a K4 model. can't be many more in that condition around.
Just Mine :)
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Clean.
OCD is a bitch, ooooh left a finger print on my keyboard, wipe it, wipe it quick :grin:
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I have ocd... bike used to be clean... now I have OCD about cleaning it...
but if I clean it all my family will die! :shrug:
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Of shock I bet! :neen:
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::):
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Just added a few f-arkles to Ginger :fix:
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/541745_10151585623182499_1413061540_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1185389_10151585623142499_1006271294_n.jpg)
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Hi
I'm Steve from Rochdale and I've just joined the forum.
After 17yrs of not being on a bike I bought a 2007 V-Strom 650 on Saturday (24/08/13)
Here's a piccy :)
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u17/mk2steve/WP_20130820_005_zps314e8702.jpg) (http://s164.photobucket.com/user/mk2steve/media/WP_20130820_005_zps314e8702.jpg.html)
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Nice and clean :thumb: How many miles on it?
It's a "Touring" model BTW, but your V5C should say that. It might be on a 2007 plate, but that looks like a K6 to me (which makes it a 2006 model.)
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give us a pic of the other side and we'll tell you if it's a K4-6 or K7 onwards...
mine is a K6 registered in 07 and the mrs marauder is a k9 on a 10 plate.
K4-6 are the best and only require 2 plugs at major service and k7 and later require 4-
Blue is also the faster colour and attracts more of the opposite sex. :lala:
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Blue is also the faster colour and attracts more of the opposite sex. :lala:
Specifically the K4 Blue, with the shiny silver frame.
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It's so sad that you need bikes for that, I just use my rugged good looks! :grin:
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I need a new keyboard... this one now has coffee all over it.
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lol
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Nice and clean :thumb: How many miles on it?
It's a "Touring" model BTW, but your V5C should say that. It might be on a 2007 plate, but that looks like a K6 to me (which makes it a 2006 model.)
It was registered on Feb 1st 2007 but its a 56 plate.
39,000 miles but only one owner from new
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Plenty of life left in that one yet :thumb:
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Not the best pictures but here we go... picked it up yesterday. One pic is at the blokes who I got it from and the other is in the car park at work
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v181/woogieuk/20130916_071121_zps9a81311e.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/woogieuk/media/20130916_071121_zps9a81311e.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v181/woogieuk/20130908_175128_zps1c26eff8.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/woogieuk/media/20130908_175128_zps1c26eff8.jpg.html)
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Some photo's of my new bike now that I've sussed this Photobucket thing -
The day I got it
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/004.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/004.jpg.html)
After I changed the mirrors
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/null_zpsf083a7c6.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/null_zpsf083a7c6.jpg.html)
Then I changed the screen
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/005-1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/005-1.jpg.html)
Nothing else planned for it at the moment. I can't tell you how much I'm loving this bike :grin:
Gary
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What screen is on that S2Rgar? Rob
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Not the best pictures but here we go... picked it up yesterday. One pic is at the blokes who I got it from and the other is in the car park at work
Best colour by far................... :grin: :neen:
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What screen is on that S2Rgar? Rob
Givi Touring screen - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400528819720? ... 1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400528819720?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)
Fitted to Madstad bracket. :thumb:
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@Woogie, that's in really nice condition :)
Is it just me, but since the new shape is out I am liking the looks of the older shape more :shrug:
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+1 Rat , I like the Wee shape better :thumb:
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What screen is on that S2Rgar? Rob
Givi Touring screen - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400528819720? ... 1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/400528819720?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)
Fitted to Madstad bracket. :thumb:
Cool, I was looking at either getting the Givi Airflow screen or the Madstad brackets for my AL3 model, don't know if they're fit though? As they seemed like more viable option. I'm about 6ft 1, so don't know what screen I would get along with the brackets?
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Must admit I never put a great deal of thought into which screen I'd buy. Knew I wanted adjustable brackets so the Madstad was a cert, I just ended up buying a screen that was slightly bigger than the OE. I knew I'd be OK if I had the ability to try different heights/angles and so far I'm happy with the reduced buffeting. Done way over 3000 miles in 8 weeks so it's all good so far. :thumb:
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Some photo's of my new bike now that I've sussed this Photobucket thing -
The day I got it
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/004.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/004.jpg.html)
After I changed the mirrors
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/null_zpsf083a7c6.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/null_zpsf083a7c6.jpg.html)
Then I changed the screen
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/005-1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/005-1.jpg.html)
Nothing else planned for it at the moment. I can't tell you how much I'm loving this bike :grin:
Gary
OK, is the first pic Glencoe and the third one the Dunoon - Greenock ferry?
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The day I picked her up:
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5350/10135069926_7d73833955.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10135069926/)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7426/10134987015_f74b777703.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10134987015/)
The day after:
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3726/10134915854_4025f03ffa.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10134915854/)
The third day:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7400/10135113373_f3219f5b1a.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10135113373/)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2877/10134888534_26a944588e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10134888534/)
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2848/10135043996_8a8e556891.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10135043996/)
Last weekend (at its furthest away point):
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7355/10134881034_c1a773de72.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/77564901@N06/10134881034/)
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My gorgeous 2002 DL1000, got a seat cover coming to be fitted and the new mirrors as suggested and then all shall be well with her. best bike I've ever ridden and will be riding her till she is classic or dead. you can't go wrong with a strom, fully smitten :shy:
(http://dl.dropbox.com/s/ri5g7645owckvav/Photo%2005-10-2013%2014%2053%2034.jpg)
(http://dl.dropbox.com/s/y8yryhhjhlqerqh/Photo%2005-10-2013%2014%2053%2028.jpg)
(http://dl.dropbox.com/s/eg32sno7ibuxvxl/Photo%2005-10-2013%2014%2053%2047.jpg)
ooooohhh that's good lol
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OK, is the first pic Glencoe and the third one the Dunoon - Greenock ferry?
Yes :thumb: 2nd one is the disused Melrose Railway Station.
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:)
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Sorry upload failed.
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After having the top box for weeks, I finally got the aluminium plate today!!!
(http://i1284.photobucket.com/albums/a566/Fordfocus-man/7283b41c-a055-4e73-a3b6-8c08b0e3316b_zpsfd40f2ad.jpg)
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(http://content30-foto.inbox.lv/albums/k/kepa3/KLV/IMG-20130930-WA0004-1-.sized.jpg?1383218189)
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Another KLV :thumb: I really do like the orange they used, looks great.
has anyone done a Kawasaki racing green one ?
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(http://img4.hostingpics.net/pics/423164957.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=423164957.jpg)
This after noon ! :)
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no way I can manage this .. too paranoid with uploading stuff on line and community networks in general.
sorry blokes , its not meant to be.
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You are linking to an album not individual images
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before she gathers dust for the winter hibernation, Also to see if I can actually add photos lol :text-link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zvde4z3hzsco0eq/IWoLxgVQKQ (https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zvde4z3hzsco0eq/IWoLxgVQKQ)
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As I don't have an online storage provider, I'll just have to tell you my DL650 is blue and leave the rest to your imagination! :)
My NAS drive does have the facility to link pictures externally, I just haven't figured out how to set it up yet.
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If it is blue then I imagine it looks fantastic.
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After 4 years of deliberating a vstrom finally joins the stable :lala:
(http://i883.photobucket.com/albums/ac39/snaffle_photo/IMG_1003_zps24c3be08.jpg) (http://s883.photobucket.com/user/snaffle_photo/media/IMG_1003_zps24c3be08.jpg.html)
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(http://i904.photobucket.com/albums/ac250/worcesterlad_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20131116-00003.jpg) (http://s904.photobucket.com/user/worcesterlad_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20131116-00003.jpg.html)
Had my GT for nearly a year now, loving every minute.
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Just found security bloke to keep an eye on mine:
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DSC00059_zpsfdd85d04.jpg)
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OK, its not a v-strom - the strom has gone :-(
but here is my new baby - a 2013 Super Tenere Worldcrosser - hope you like:
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Nice!
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Love those Yam speedblock colours.
Yip..... very nice looking bike :thumb:
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I'm not a fan of spokes (and I don't really know why not), but that's a nice bike.
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I'm not a fan of spokes (and I don't really know why not), but that's a nice bike.
I know why - its cos they are a total pain to clean!
thanks folks.
g
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Looks very nice :thumb: I'd imagine it will be a great mile eater . I think it's got the best riding position of all the big adv bikes . I like spoked wheels but as you say , a bastard to clean . I spent about 3 hrs cleaning the wheels on my Tenere last week , I can't see me doing that after every ride :angry-tappingfoot:
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Ooh, shineeeey... :)))
I'd had a look over one at the local Yam dealer before Katie came along and I hadn't noticed the humungous rear disc before now: seems a tad overkill.
And, yes; spokes are a pain in the proverbial but you can't have off road pretensions without them! :auto-dirtbike:
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Ooh, shineeeey... :)))
I'd had a look over one at the local Yam dealer before Katie came along and I hadn't noticed the humungous rear disc before now: seems a tad overkill.
And, yes; spokes are a pain in the proverbial but you can't have off road pretensions without them! :auto-dirtbike:
rear disc is massive eh! - the hub centre is large too - sensors for ABS and the like in there. Also some sort of hub-drive type arrangement too.
off road pretensions? starbucks pretensions more like!
:)
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I like the blue :thumb:
Top tip for spokes (well, it worked great on the Guzzi) is to use a wetting agent like Mucoff or similar. Hose the bike down, a quick squirt (ooer mrs) and hose off. Give it a quick pass by with some wash & wax on a sponge and they look like new. Not so good if you have chain drive mind (Xt660).
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I like the blue :thumb:
Top tip for spokes (well, it worked great on the Guzzi) is to use a wetting agent like Mucoff or similar. Hose the bike down, a quick squirt (ooer mrs) and hose off. Give it a quick pass by with some wash & wax on a sponge and they look like new. Not so good if you have chain drive mind (Xt660).
I'll try that - I fear they already have some staining in them though, which mud-off might not deal with. could have used some ACF50 from new really.
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Lovely bike geekay! :thumb: And for some reason to my eye looks lower than others I've seen...what's the seat height? :eusa-doh: (Not sure I know what answer I want, as my tongue might loll out of me mouth if it's a low number... :) )
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its standard ride height - and the seat is in the lower of the two positions - the higher adds another 1.5 inches (well, 35mm) to the seat height - I think the settings are 845mm vs 875mm
if you look at the tank, there is a "cut out" that indicates where the seat would arse up to the tank in the higher setting.
Its not a massively tall bike - similar but slightly shorter than the Honda cross tourer. Much shorter than the monster that is a R1200GS adventure and probably similar to the 'regular' R1200GS. I'm only 5'8' ish but its not a problem at all - very similar in feel to the v-strom 650 really.
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Thanks geekay, I'll have to sit on one sometime, it sounds possible (I'm 5'8-9ish, but shortish legs) :thumb:
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you might find it OK - in fairness, at 5'8", what height I do have is in my legs, but still it might be OK.
they do a lower (thinner?) seat too, or there is always lowering kit options, as for the storm - but I would say if you manage on the v-strom at the regular height, you'll probably be OK on a tenere with the seat in the low position.
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Yh I'm about 5'6 ish and was a little tippy toe'ey but soon got the knack of it.,. more about confidence really, does make it interesting on hills though :)
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Nice! I like it :shy:
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Yeah, I like it too, never ridden one though, must remedy that.
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Few pics of my bike during a trip to Wicklow Mountains in Ireland last year.....G.
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Nice bike and like the luggage too, was riding in Hollywood today as I'm only 15 mins away lovely place even when its cold.
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you're a lucky man, the roads are great. I stayed at the Glenmalure lodge and Lynnams in Glendalough, met some great characters. Sorted the Panniers myself with Peli cases and Givi side Racks, gives a bit more space to store stuff. Hope to go back this spring or summer. Any advice on any other good places or routes. Cheers..
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Looks like you got great weather, lots of places near Hollywood its a good touring spot ill get a goggle map for you when I'm back at my pc.
Last year I had visitors over and we rented this cottage in Hollywood something different here's the link : http://www.wicklow-mountain-retreats.com/ (http://www.wicklow-mountain-retreats.com/)
perfect for touring all round Wicklow.
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A cloudy day, although only got rained on once but went across to Newcastle along the old Roman road by Hadrian's wall,
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Been playing with adding a bit of colour. Not a great scenic shot but what do you think.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/O3f2njFwO-P3xvi8WzOL9fG2ZGuMteC4Rx3SlhhHOYE=w322-h240-p-no)
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:shock:
Not my cup of tea.
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A cloudy day, although only got rained on once but went across to Newcastle along the old Roman road by Hadrian's wall,
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3754/12012383066_9169f3a1e9_o.jpg)
nice looking bike Seigi :thumb:
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I like it hillbillyscott. Nice to see a strom that looks different.
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I'm not adverse to being a bit different,, but ,,, nope its not looking good :shrug: sorry matey
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:shock:
Not my cup of tea.
Have to agree I'm afraid, but if you're happy then sod anyone else.
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:-x :-x :-x
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Blue Bike, with Silver Frame - The only combination to have :)
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Is that your bike acting as a BMW rescue vehicle Mr W ?
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Not me! If I have bags on the pillion seat I cannot get on or off :)
I agree that the rescue service may be needed though.
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I can confirm that Suzuki assist was used to rescue the BMW several times on that trip, hence the change to a Wee :thumb:
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Castle Howard today
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Not the best of pictures as it was taken on my phone but you get the idea.
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not exactly what I wanted to do, but its my new bike :auto-dirtbike:
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Austria bike trip, September 2012, V-Strom DL1000 GT;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2609.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/macvisual/media/CIMG2609.jpg.html)
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Castle Howard today
Not the best of pictures as it was taken on my phone but you get the idea.
Nice day. If it were summer it'd be raining.
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Fully loaded, my horse (K6), going strong on its 3rd tour around Europe, this was taking North of the Stelvio Pass, Italy, August 2013 on a very hot day!
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(http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu316/Bri_1972/IMG_0871.jpg)
fully loaded in France on way to italy....
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southern germany ... near baden baden city...
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gotthard pass , switzerland..
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view heading over gotthard pass
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Lake orta , north italy... most beautiful place I have ever seen..!!
(http://i659.photobucket.com/albums/uu316/Bri_1972/IMG_0973-1.jpg)
monaco on the way back....
Roll on the next trip....
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Nice pics, bring back some memories :thumb:
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Hi,
I'm back! :)
I used to have this...
(http://www.wheelshots.com/Motorcycles/Ride-Outs-and-Bike-Meets/Rudyard-Lake-and-Biddulph-Moor/I-K9Rsn9M/1/L/DSC_3907-L.jpg) (http://www.wheelshots.com/Motorcycles/Ride-Outs-and-Bike-Meets/Rudyard-Lake-and-Biddulph-Moor/I-K9Rsn9M/A)
And then I got a bit bored and tried loads of other bikes. But realised there is only one bike that does it all, so I bought a new one. :)
(http://www.wheelshots.com/Other/DL650L3-Suzuki-Vstrom/I-JhLqDj8/0/L/IMG_2585-L.jpg) (http://www.wheelshots.com/Other/DL650L3-Suzuki-Vstrom/I-JhLqDj8/A)
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:clap:
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Good choice (White is best) :)
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Welcome back :obscene-drinkingchug:
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https://www.flickr.com/photos/linsair/13513477813/player/
Good to get out for a run round Snowdonia on Saturday. Linds
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Finally hit the 1000 mile marker on my Vstrom. Decided to dedicate the whole weekend to add all the toys that have been taking up so much room in my garage. From Memory, includes - Givi, SW-Motech, Puig, Adventuretech, Eastern Beaver, SVracing, Admore lighting, Powerbronze, and some others. I'm very happy with the result :)
Damn! forgot to take a pic with the luggage attached.........................
Now to get rid of a mountain of cardboard boxes
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Nice motorway pegs, but aren't they too high? :neen:
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https://www.flickr.com/photos/14857531@N05/13597429965/ (https://www.flickr.com/photos/14857531@N05/13597429965/)
Out yesterday over cat and fiddle was OK apart from the bloody fog lol
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Some nice bikes here.My Strom may not be up to some of the bikes on here but shes mine :star:
(http://i1170.photobucket.com/albums/r536/madcyril990/IMG_0160_zpsc1e566a0.jpg) (http://s1170.photobucket.com/user/madcyril990/media/IMG_0160_zpsc1e566a0.jpg.html)
the other members of the family... :grin: :grin:
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Liking the sharp looks of the ER-6F, looks racy. Nice colour too :thumb:
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Cheers,the Kwak is my other halfs.She wanted it for the colour.Does look good and it ride well too.Its her fault I bought the Strom.No regrets there to be honest. :clap:
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(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3810/13764028533_f7ccfaf78e_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/13764028533/)
Crieff, Perthshire (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/13764028533/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
Had an great 125 mile run today through central Scotland, the sun came out.......strange. :)))
Rode from Alloa to; Gleneagles - Crieff - Small Glen - Dunkeld - Perth - Glendevon - Powmill - Grangemouth and home.......fabulous!
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Sunshine in Scotland?! This global warming thing really has it's benefits :grin:
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More proof that it can be dry and sunshine at lease once per year in Scotland. Gleneagles today at noon.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3775/13764361674_4b252d371a_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/13764361674/)
Gleneagles, Perthshire (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/13764361674/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
Love my K8 V-Strom DL1000, great bike (after a couple of tweaks here & there) :lala: Stealth machine.
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Sunshine in Scotland?! This global warming thing really has it's benefits :grin:
It's brilliant isn't it..... all year round biking up The Highlands can't be far away :grin:
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Somewhere up North yesterday
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stopped for a pose jumped off bike for another shot ... then realised steep camber I couldn't get the blody thing up enough to get the side stand up ... needed to chock it on an old bit of wood before I could continue ....oh the shame !
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Hello
On the banks of the Rhône not far from my home
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I've always liked the matt black :thumb:
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Hello
On the banks of the Rhône not far from my home
Hi Laurent, I have to confess that one of my guilty pleasures is admiring your bike! I like black Vstroms anyway but that seat and the wheel strips are what set yours above all others in my eyes! They just compliment the rest of the bike. Very nice! I need to take a cold shower now...!
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Thank you Juvecu et TallPaul :)
It's for you :
(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/728166DSC047512.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=728166DSC047512.jpg)
(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/583116DSC047602.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=583116DSC047602.jpg)
:)
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/27/muguja8a.jpg)
Looking purposeful and ready for a season of more adventurous trips now it's nearly 2 years old. The 46l Trekker looks lonely though, surely FR has had enough of the 33s by now?
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Nice picture taken near Llyn Brianne just before bumping into Mr Diver at the Owl's Nest cafe.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/yus8l1qxrqh0l31/2014-04-20%2011.09.20.jpg)
:)
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My 20,000 mile 2002 DL1000K2 (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZzbN2aWo5sk/U10mphy_a5I/AAAAAAAAAOk/xyFhvrrqKKc/s640/DSCF0599.JPG)(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-evwysbprPzc/U10mpoIHDlI/AAAAAAAAAOo/Ke1CBM0Yp5Y/s640/DSCF0600.JPG)
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Jacko, that's a very neat looking Glee, looks like new :thumb:
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Thanks Juv, it does get ridden, just not in winter. It gets pampered really, it doesn't shy away from rain though. That could all change this summer, armed with Lockys Byway maps links I'm trail hunting.
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My black '09 Wee in the Tesco parking in Woolwich... I can assure you that she has been in more exotic locations, but I happen to like this picture... :)
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:auto-dirtbike:
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Out in deepest Herts. Today
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My 05 (well 04 really) with refinished fairing (£150 both sides) and horns fitted:
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e398/iansoady/bike/V-Strom/IMG00146_zps5f711ca0.jpg)
I don't like the seat shape but have a spare - I intend to flatten off the ridge and build it up in the forward area as I find myself stuck in that dip.
Other than that after the first 1,000 miles am very happy.
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Is it just me or does that look like the low seat option? Even a stock Wee seat is usually higher than that? Might want to consider selling/swapping it for a higher one. Plenty of stock Wee seats going around on here/eBay anyway so you should be able to replace it easily.
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+1 for a low seat fitted in the pic.
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Yes, Seat looks very low.
However, the Silver Frame is magnificent !
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I actually got the seat from someone here (can't remember who) when it was described as a DL1000 model. I fitted it at the end of summer so never really tried it till last week. I've now put the original that came with the bike back so will give that a try before attacking this one.
The original is firmer anyway so that may just make the difference. I have the peg lowering plates fitted but still could do with a more open knee angle.
Yes, I like the silver frame too!
The bike has 39,000 miles on but has been very well cared for - there is very little corrosion and no bodges. I'm very pleased with it and am planning an early September trip to France.
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Iansoady - See THIS POST (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=58&t=19570&p=180149#p180149) for a photographic comparison of a Standard DL650 Seat and a Touring Seat on the same bike.
A DL1000 seat should be somewhere between the two.
Your's looks very low to me.
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Many thanks that's useful. Mine looks like the lower one (it has been recovered and I wonder whether some padding was lost in the process. It is very soft).
The one I have on now was the one that was on the bike when I bought it. Interestingly, it has "High Seat" written in felt-tip pen on the base......
This is it (sorry for the messy background)
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That looks a bit like a Wee seat that, perhaps someone fitted a gel pad if it's very soft?
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I have to say that I'm highly offended by the messy background! Whatever is the world coming to...? lol
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lol
You'd get a heart attach and a stroke together if you saw the current state of my garage. Ask longman, it's horrendous :shy:
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I can confirm. But my garage would give your garage a run for the most messy garage here;)
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lol. I'm saying nothing! My garage is reasonably tidy but my shed looks like my daughter's been in it! She can make a mess in an empty room!
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If all else fails, blame the kids? :grin:
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Rode 140 miles today in central Scotland, this is Ben Lawers close to Aberfeldy. Simply beautiful.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7429/14137034901_fc3f3c64fc_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14137034901/)
Suzuki V-Strom (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14137034901/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Lovely picture and very nicely composed.
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Great picture :thumb:
Enter it for the calendar?
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Applecross Bay, Western Highlands. My wild camp spot for the night.
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What a shot Jacko :thumb: & such perfect weather for such a perfect place - deeply envious. Hope you enjoyed the ride over the Bealach na Ba
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Yeah, the ride over the top to get there was the reason I went, that's one extraordinary road. The perfect camp was a bonus. :)
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Is that your bike Mr_Diver??
If so it's looking rather clean :shrug:
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I've added a little color on the windscreen and under the seat.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5521/14285990855_d9872b0114_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/nLprna)UK stickers 002 (https://flic.kr/p/nLprna) by Greywolf, V-Strom rider (https://www.flickr.com/people/13490682@N04/), on Flickr
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Can't be too many of them in the US Greywolf :)
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Mr Rat posted one to Chicago?
Good to see you "spreading the word" Pat.
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Looking good Greywolf :thumb: Why's your oil filter yellow ?
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Looking good Greywolf :thumb: Why's your oil filter yellow ?
Because it goes with a yellow bike? Actually, it's a Purolator Pure-One PL14610 on a Bales adapter and that's what colour the filter is. http://balestech.com/filter.htm (http://balestech.com/filter.htm)
Oops! is too late to change the spelling in the original post.
I did that because of http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/Consum ... OilFilters (http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/Consumables.html#OilFilters) and that I can never seem to leave well enough alone. There is a Vee out there with 325,000 miles on generally castigated Fram oil filters so I don't expect it will make a real difference. The Pure-One filters are cheap besides being good though.
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They look male to male, how do they fit then?
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They look male to male, how do they fit then?
The stock spigot is removed and replaced by the Bales adapter. http://balestech.com/s_instruct.htm (http://balestech.com/s_instruct.htm) shows the instructions for the older Stroms. The Glee adapter is identical to the stock item that holds the heat exchanger on except for the thread pitch on the open end. A 30mm socket or spanner will handle that.
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Oh, OK, sounds reasonable.
I don't know what the difference you describe is though, 30mm spanner? For what? Pretend I'm stupid...
Wait, I think I see the difference now on comparing the two adaptors on the link.
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This is what it looked like in Brugge yesterday...
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That, my friend, is how it should look. :)
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Oh, OK, sounds reasonable.
I don't know what the difference you describe is though, 30mm spanner? For what? Pretend I'm stupid...
Wait, I think I see the difference now on comparing the two adaptors on the link.
I think you've got it. The stock spigot for the Wee and Vee doesn't have a hex to grab. The Glee spigot has a 30mm hex because it isn't glued in. Besides holding the filter, it bolts the heat exchanger that replaced the old oil cooler to the crankcase.
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Thanks GW.
Not sure we could get those filters cheaper than Suzuki ones over here though...
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Austria
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My current behemoth . beast.. bike, I mean BIKE
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The one that is waiting for me :)
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Are you changing from the big Trumpet 1200 Explorer to the new V-Strom..? How do you like the Explorer..?
pete
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Are you changing from the big Trumpet 1200 Explorer to the new V-Strom..? How do you like the Explorer..?
pete
I know it seems quite incomprehensible going from TEX to Strom but...
The TEX is a good bike on the move, looks great and gets cars moving out of the way!
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5579/14106723339_961f8abc71_m.jpg)
For me though, maneuvering it at home and work is just too much with its weight and my injuries.
The bike is quite high so if I was about four inches taller it probably wouldn't be an issue, but I'm not. To put it in perspective, when I fuel, I have to lift the pump handle to just above my midriff, and I'm 5ft 8...it carries the weight high and wide! The Vee is about 30kg lighter and a little 'slimmer'.
The TEX front is a bit 'floaty' as well, which is doing little for my confidence after being subjected to a massive off last year.
The test ride I had on the Vee was good, I felt more confident on it on roads I would have not tackled the same way on the TEX.
I expected the Vee to be a budget bike, to some degree it's pricey for what it is when you compare with what else is available, but I don't need an off-roader. I want an adventure bike that is easy to live with, the TEX isn't the bike for me.
The 'ride by wire' on the TEX is VERY sensitive and takes some getting used to. It's more flighty than the Multistrada and on my first ride I found it quite terrifying! Again though, if my arms were more down than up, it may not be an issue.
Don't get me wrong though, the TEX is not to be dismissed, it is all down to personal opinion and requirement.
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Dukes Pass, Trossachs, Scotland;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2928/14315800534_6e72e88afc_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14315800534/)
Dukes Pass, Scotland (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14315800534/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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The Trossachs, Scotland;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2915/14320414955_7e850b87c4_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14320414955/)
Suzuki V-Strom (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14320414955/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Stunning picture.... It looks good even thought it's not blue
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(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3794/14320403295_7cd5ff9409_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14320403295/)
The Trossachs, Scotland (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14320403295/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
Central Scotland
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I know you'll be interested in the latest photo of my VTR.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3858/14387890223_7d5f05114c.jpg)
Wheels powder coated white, new bearings and Pirelli Tyres.
I got the Beowulf oval end cans on so I now have a full size number plate.
MOT is due in a fortnight and I need to obtain and fit rear indicators as the existing ones are built into the rear light and it seems this is not legal here in the UK.
Any suggestions ?
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wOOw, stunning looking VTR, like them I do. That looks a minter, health to enjoy. A neighbour of mine is trying to sell me his VTR at the minute but low funds don't allow.
More photo's please.
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(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5499/14276381844_b99f2eb760_c.jpg)
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Ahhh ... Otter Ferry on the ST7 Saturday. Where our Master decided to park all on his own away from those pesky Stroms.
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Here is what I have replaced my wee with
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/08/daja3abu.jpg)
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Gixer 6, Suzuki stealth....!
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I like the blue and white colour scheme on the GSX-R best :thumb:
Take it easy :old:
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Little ride in Beaujolais' county
Nice ride !
(http://img4.hostingpics.net/pics/514757DSC0325.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=514757DSC0325.jpg)
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Little ride in Beaujolais' county
Nice ride
Your bike still does it for me Laurent! If I could afford a custom paint job and seat etc then my bike would be a shameless copy of yours! :)
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Thanks a lot tallPaul !
But since the pic I made some changes... have a look
I made this this afternoon
(Givi Windscreen and new stickers)
(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/424680DSC0375.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=424680DSC0375.jpg)
(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/952214DSC0373.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=952214DSC0373.jpg)
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I like the new stickers but not sure about the screen. Having said that, screens are a very personal thing with Vstroms. The main thing is that it works for you! :)
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That's got to be a perfect screen setup now, a Givi Airflow on a Madstad bracket :)
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Here is what I have replaced my wee with
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/08/daja3abu.jpg)
I had the 600srad then gsxr750k5 nice handling bike. Got a 750k8 now, had it since new. Many mods on it
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https://db.tt/qNwT9WXN (https://db.tt/qNwT9WXN)
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My arse, back and wrists ache just looking at :old:
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(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/0263__zps13b60028.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/macvisual/media/0263__zps13b60028.jpg.html)
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Rape!
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Rape!
Very droll...!
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lol
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Hello
(http://img11.hostingpics.net/pics/965655saintecatherine5.jpg) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=965655saintecatherine5.jpg)
:romance-hearteyes: :romance-hearteyes: :romance-hearteyes:
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(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/008-2-1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/008-2-1.jpg.html)
Air in the tyres, lubed the chain, filled the top box and grabbed my passport now we're good to go.
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/009-2-1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/009-2-1.jpg.html)
I'm on the Newcastle - Amsterdam ferry tomorrow then onwards to Germany for 13 days. We can't wait :grin:
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Excellent.
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Central Scotland;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/0239__zpsb9befda9.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/macvisual/media/0239__zpsb9befda9.jpg.html)
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Timberrrrrr...!
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Thanks a lot tallPaul !
But since the pic I made some changes... have a look
Laurent, where did you get your seat, I really like it and it looks rather comfy!
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(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c264/towwee999/IMG_1133.jpg)
This is my bike With a great back ground of the New Forest
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Taken near VC Corner Cemetery and Memorial in Fomelles, France
http://www.cwgc.org/find-a-cemetery/cem ... 0FROMELLES (http://www.cwgc.org/find-a-cemetery/cemetery/78900/V.C.%20CORNER%20AUSTRALIAN%20CEMETERY%20AND%20MEMORIAL,%20FROMELLES)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/2vbn0af.jpg)
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We recently rode a fabulous 220 miles through central Scotland, stopped off at Glencoe for a leg stretch on the V-Strom DL1000;
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3867/14462648023_72e788f00e_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14462648023/)
Suzuki V-Strom, Glencoe (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14462648023/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Connel cottage, Oban;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2922/14441961914_7e40c549d4_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14441961914/)
Connel cottage, Oban (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14441961914/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Out on a lovely 80 mile jaunt on the V-Strom DL1000 today.
Sheriffmuir, Perthshire, Scotland;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2917/14456434191_0a33c39afd_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14456434191/)
Sheriffmuir, Perthshire (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14456434191/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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How come your images always look weird? Like someone played around with them in an editing program :shrug:
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I really like macvisual's images. They draw you in. :)
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How come your images always look weird? Like someone played around with them in an editing program :shrug:
Yea, I use Adobe Lightroom 5 and can manipulate images and tweak them a we bit, if you'd seen that original image it looks so so flat and boring.
So I give it a we boost here and there (self taught), it takes me about 10/15 minutes to get that image the way I want it.
I know maybe it's a tad over the top looking, but it's different and semi abstract, I like that personally.
Thanks;
Pete
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It's a bit picasso-ish for me. I see you always put a halo around the bike though :)
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I'm a purist when it comes to photography. I loved the dark room in collage. Hated the digital suite.
And digital manipulation is destruction on the truth and creation of a lie.
Or as my dark room tutor told me, "Digital photography is the art of taking bad photographs and making them look passable to the one-educated" :shrug:
I've been bugging the mrs to let me set up a dark room in the spare room, but no luck so far.
do a search for Ansel Adams- most of his photographs were taken on an 8"x10" large format camera, he carried up mountains with the heavy wooden tripod and took up to an hour to set up each shot. Oh did I mention the bag of gear, lenses, and filter he also had to carry up the mountain.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/Adams_The_Tetons_and_the_Snake_River.jpg/749px-Adams_The_Tetons_and_the_Snake_River.jpg)
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Great Photo. There's just something about Black & White shots.
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I'm a purist when it comes to photography. ... And digital manipulation is destruction on the truth and creation of a lie.
So what happens when you attach a lens with a different focal length to that approximated by human vision to the front of the camera? Or spend hours dodging and burning (as the late and very great Ansel did (read 'The Print' by him)?
I think there's a difference between outright ('over') processing which Macvisual does which is clearly overt and obvious (and therefore doesn't seek to mislead); subtle enhancement of a scene to accentuate a feature (through changing lens, dodging/burning, curves etc); and 'heavy' post processing which presents a view which never existed whilst pretending it did (a simple example might be removing a pylon or painting in a blue sky).
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Good post!
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Yeah, I maybe left out that I'm pretty much in broad agreement with Mr Diver on this one! I don't like manipulation of the last type, it just seems dishonest and deliberately misleading. (I actually don't like the style of Mac's stuff, but that just my personal taste, others naturally will like it.)
One of the great things about digital is it's a much cheaper way to learn about photography (and light and form etc) compared to using film. In some senses it's a shame that it's possible to make a silk purse out of a sow's ear with digital, as apart from anything else it's led to a loss of income for professionals as every man and his dog turns out, if not silk purses at least little credit card holders, with nothing more than a camera phone and a copy of "Click 'n' fix v7.4". But to those that know, it's still a skill, you still need fairly decent kit to get top notch results, you still need to remember thirds and all of the basics, and remember that an extra minute spent setting up saves you 10 post-processing. Etcetera.
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I suppose if you understand the technology more then it colours your opinion (pardon the pun). I'm very low level when it comes to photography. If an image pleases me then I'm happy. Just goes to prove that bliss is just another word for ignorance! :)
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:text-goodpost:
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(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2921/14274932770_1a19846c44_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14274932770/)
Sheriffmuir, Perthshire (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14274932770/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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BTW, I just said weird, I didn't say I didn't like it :) It "makes my eyes feel funny", my head it telling me something isn't right, but I like the pretty colours :grin:
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Here's a mono version;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2936/14460502224_1d425867d4_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14460502224/)
Suzuki V-Strom (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14460502224/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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I like that, it doesn't make me think something is weird either :) Perhaps the colours in the coloured one is just too rich to feel like they are real? :shrug:
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Get us on here eh? Art, social politics, engineering, motoring law, physics, economics, world geography (esp. Europe), sales, marketing & business management....
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You missed pies...
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yum... pies
I was going to go to bed and now you got me thinking of pies, I'm now hungry and the shops are closed :violence-smack:
when In college I was shooting Black and white film so much I started to see in black and white. I don't mean I couldn't see colours, but my brain worked out if something looked good only if the contrast worked well in greyscale. :crazy:
Took me a bout 18 months to stop doing it. since then, my photos in colour have been crap as my brain still isn't right with colour... it's been 12 years since I left college.
The B&W vershion does work much better for me and doesn't set off my 'digitally enhanced spidey senses'
If dropbox decides to work again you may see this sometime this year...
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/clackssmall.jpg)
Taken On a Zenith Em (made in the CCCP) camera with a 45mm lens. old tech, very old tech, but very effective and I mainly used Ilford FP4 125ISO film so got very fine quality grain.
Even with the Digital Nikon coolpix 5700 (now dead) it was mainly set to B&W :shrug:
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/DSCN0457small.jpg)
Finally a bike one:
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/k7qgzih7v7msqhd/DSCN1227%20-%20threshhold.jpg)
taken as a set of 3 to be projected on a wall at our wedding.
Just for fun:
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/v57sbcy3xclxazs/2012-09-01%2012.52.16%20Thresh.jpg)
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I don't mean I couldn't see colours, but my brain worked out if something looked good only if the contrast worked well in greyscale. :crazy:
YES! I know exactly what you mean! :thumb: When you spend enough time on photography you definitely see the world differently. One of the aspects of that which I didn't enjoy was that it made it difficult to live normally, because everything gets framed in your head. So, for example, your other half has a rant at you and you just think "Hmm. 28mm, F2.8 at 1/125th". Not good!
Zenith - nice, reminds me of this, which I bought about 10 years ago and have yet to use: http://cameras.alfredklomp.com/lubitel166u/ (http://cameras.alfredklomp.com/lubitel166u/). I liked XP2 because you could push it.
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we had a few of those dual/twin lens cameras in college, never got on with them, film was expensive, a bugger to load, dark room to change the film, all to discover your shots are way off being framed correctly. :GRR:
I bought myself a 110mm camera. It was just like a massive Zenith. All black, weighted a tonne and never worked very well. One tutor leant me his full Hasselblad, set up... I was 18 and walking around the ruffest areas on South Wales with £15,000 in lenses in the case. :crazy:
After using that wonderful craftsman made bit of kit, my Chinese copy of a Russian copy of a basic Italian camera went on ebay, think I got £80 for it :grin:
I then bought a Pentax Spotmatic 2 with a selection of lenses, telephoto extender (x2, x4 x8) for £25 and it's my favourite camera. Works better than any Hasselblad, and more reliable, but limited to the 35mm film. :shrug:
The mrs had now shown and interest in Photography after showing her a load of my collage pic tonight, I may get that dark room soon. :neen:
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Mr Pete Macvisual - The [s:ejwv44z4]mono[/s:ejwv44z4] Black and White version of the picture is fantastic and I would be more than happy to see it on the 2015 Forum Calendar. The colour version looks like it should be on a Macdonalds Happy Meal Box. I guess different people like different things and some people will feel the opposite way round to me, but I do like the Black and White.
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It's all a bit of fun photography.
Many (many) yrs ago I shot using 10"x8", 5"x4", 6x7, 6x6 and 35mm film formats etc, I'd my own darkroom and hand printed my own b/w images........all self taught.
I've recently bought a mint Mamiya C330s Twin Lens Reflex with only two rolls out through it in its lifetime, absolutely mint. Haven't had much time to shoot with it lately.
So I like to be a tad creative with my work, some may or may not like it, that's what makes the world go round eh.
Regards;
Pete
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The trouble with using Ansel Adams as an example of 'straight' photography is that he was a master manipulator. 'Clearing Winter Storm' for example had over a dozen different exposures, burns and dodges to create the image he wanted. He famously said that his images were not true to life but were what he wanted to express. He would have loved photoshop, I am certain. If you want straight unmanipulated photography you are as likely to find it in a digital artist as in a darkroom proponent.
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/21/vu3eraba.jpg)
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Apologies for the double post. My dirty v strom that barely gets cleaned after a shopping trip to southampton with the other half
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Jesus, that is one huge screen!
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Wow that is one BIG screen Dan
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(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/Salisbury-%20Small/Practice/2014-06-21%2013.00.34.jpg)
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/Salisbury-%20Small/Practice/2014-06-21%2015.16.29.jpg)
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2013 Glee
Ginger Glee - the best colour :lala:
walk around review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCyp9gWuz4s (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCyp9gWuz4s)
1. Oxford grips 2. hand guards 3. sump guard 4. centre stand 5. Kappa 48 litre top box 6. Mono key pannier and top box plate 7. MRA touring screen
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/casperdog777/strom013_zps5debe2ce.jpg) (http://s134.photobucket.com/user/casperdog777/media/strom013_zps5debe2ce.jpg.html)
Dave
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(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p5/V7MCJ/02_zps4cb9de8d.jpg)
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Switzerland;
(http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo268/macvisual/CIMG2066_1_zps6b6f31b1.jpg) (http://s382.photobucket.com/user/macvisual/media/CIMG2066_1_zps6b6f31b1.jpg.html)
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Taken today on my way to Lake Vrynwy
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3851/14578902364_c632c679e2_z.jpg)
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Stopped to put a jumper on. A303 Wiltshire downs. Lovely run to my mum's and back. Got dripped on a few times but mostly very bright and dry. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/09/y6a7e2u3.jpg)
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Couple of up to date pics:
This is her fully loaded outside the Royal Albert Hall, before some idiot knocked her over!! :angry-tappingfoot:
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/esjzsrwtzwinl88/DSCF3230.JPG)
Sort of interesting - this is the bridge where the blokes robbed the train in the the great train robbery which isn't too far from me:
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/tjvp41hymbsk5eg/IMG_1596.JPG)
This is my daughter coming out with me today :grin:
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/s/ovs7xuijxoszpss/s.jpg)
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Stopped to put a jumper on. A303 Wiltshire downs. Lovely run to my mum's and back. Got dripped on a few times but mostly very bright and dry. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/09/y6a7e2u3.jpg)
Love your helmet Sausages dad, looks very storm trooper!
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This is my daughter coming out with me today
My Daughter won't do that any more as "someone from School might see me". Even now she's 18 she still won't get back on. She used to love it too.
So did I :bawl:
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My bike on Goat Lane today :)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Gp4Er9B3P6M/U8MYab7tEgI/AAAAAAAAA5s/9Y8yLDW5hoI/s640/IMAG0960.jpg)
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This is my daughter coming out with me today
My Daughter won't do that any more as "someone from School might see me". Even now she's 18 she still won't get back on. She used to love it too.
So did I :bawl:
yeah, Lauren won't let me take her to school, I can't understand it, I would have loved to have been taken to school on my dads bike when I was her age but he was always already at work by the time we got up.
She doesn't come out with me a massive amount, enough though which is quite nice. I took her to the Ace last year and she keeps asking me to go back so that has to be good.
I am sure in another year or 2 (she's 12 now) she will want to be taken good places to shop and the deal will be I will take her, but if it's nice, it has to be on the bike!
I think I might get her some new gear at Christmas as well as she is growing out of some bits, that always refreshes her interest!
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/15/ezu4emad.jpg)
Happy black country day!!!!
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Trip out today to Col D'Aspin in the Pyrenees, the peak in the background is the Pic Du Midi, highest point here.
(http://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/76590190/vstrom/2014-07-15%2012.58.27.jpg)
I am planning on doing Col Du Tormalet and Hautacam before the Tour de France blocks off the roads for those people who only use leg power.
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Very nice!
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I'm jealous Paul - I need to make it down there one day.
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(http://i1243.photobucket.com/albums/gg553/matthew_day2/Mobile%20Uploads/20140727_125858_zpsa16518cb.jpg) (http://s1243.photobucket.com/user/matthew_day2/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140727_125858_zpsa16518cb.jpg.html)
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Here's mine... Up on the Isle of Skye on a surprisingly warm and sunny day for Scotland... With some friends... obviously their bikes aren't as nice as mine... cough cough...
G
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/54741821/V-Strom%20Pics/DSC_0212.JPG)
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So I have been in the Pyrenees for two weeks and on my way back to Paris have come over to the central part of France. Can you tell where I've been
(http://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/76590190/vstrom/Bridge%20over%20the%20Strom.jpg)
I like to call it 'Bridge over the Strom'
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Can you tell where I've been
Millau Viaduct - & everyone stops at the same place to take the photo's. :neen:
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My new Glee.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ocdbri/14 ... 749dccf1be (https://www.flickr.com/photos/ocdbri/14572959929/player/749dccf1be)
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My 2008 model DL1000;
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2936/14460502224_1d425867d4_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14460502224/)
Suzuki V-Strom (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14460502224/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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:thumb: I much prefer your Black and White shots.
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Last weekend. 430 miles of great riding on windy in Co Donegal on the Wild Atlantic Route in the North East
(http://www.parsdatastore.co.uk/misc/20140726_113738a.jpg)
(http://www.parsdatastore.co.uk/misc/20140726_161001a.jpg)
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ProfG;
Love the colour of your K2 Vstrom, a lovely deep colour of blue, nice..!
What's the small bits attached to the top of your crash bars can I ask please??
Regards;
Pete
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ProfG;
Love the colour of your K2 Vstrom, a lovely deep colour of blue, nice..!
What's the small bits attached to the top of your crash bars can I ask please??
Regards;
Pete
Kirky's daylight running led lights :)
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Can you possibly expand more on 'kirky's' led running light ??
Where can they be bought?
Cost ?
Wiring & switch needed ?
Easy/hard to fit ?
Thanks;
Pete
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Kirky is one of the blokes on here. He custom builds led lights.
viewtopic.php?t=22319 (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?t=22319)
The isn't for the lights in question but pm him for info on the k-lites. :)
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Painted panniers to the colour of the bike from Suzuki grey to space blue :)
Also sprayed the givi topbox to the same colour. Now to put on the strips
(http://www.parsdatastore.co.uk/misc/20140805_174433a.jpg)
(http://www.parsdatastore.co.uk/misc/20140805_174510a.jpg)
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Base camp for the week.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/06/u5e2eguh.jpg)
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Is that the same site as last year Diver? Perfect weather.
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This is the same photo I posted in the Dodgy Place Name Game, but looking at it tonight I am thinking how great it looks with its 10th Birthday looming.
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5561/14839609093_a672742b54_z.jpg)
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Too bad it has a silver frame though :neen:
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Ahhhh, jealousy :)
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You really don't have to be jealous of my perfect powder coated satin black frame, you can have yours done like that too :grin:
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Was it originally silver or has the paint fell off ? Thought they all had black frames :shrug:
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(http://www.adventurebikers.net/forum/Smileys/default/lolabove.gif)
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I haven't laughed so much in ages :neen:
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My Strom (in the middle) with friends in Corsica June 2014.
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p211/Bugbear2/P1020082_zpsd09d95d5.jpg) (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/Bugbear2/media/P1020082_zpsd09d95d5.jpg.html)
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(http://i58.tinypic.com/27xnjti.jpg)
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Your lucky I'm not patrolling there Ridaz :law-policered:
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I have no mobile speed camera stickers on so should be fine :)
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I have no mobile speed camera stickers on so should be fine :)
lol :thumb:
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Ben Lawers, Perthshire;
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5575/14915260095_538732123c_b.jpg) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14915260095/)
Suzuki (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/14915260095/) by Peter McCullough Photography (https://www.flickr.com/people/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
2008 DL1000 GT
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In the garden at home - just cleaned after a long weekend tour down south.
Greenery photoshop enhanced.
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p211/Bugbear2/P1010142_zps58ca4cd7.jpg) (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/Bugbear2/media/P1010142_zps58ca4cd7.jpg.html)
And Dynamic B&W
(http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p211/Bugbear2/P1010141_zpsf20b3287.jpg) (http://s129.photobucket.com/user/Bugbear2/media/P1010141_zpsf20b3287.jpg.html)
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Cotswold Bikers night, last night...
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h295/radsbow/Bike/v.jpg) (http://s67.photobucket.com/user/radsbow/media/Bike/v.jpg.html)
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Were you the only bike there? :grin:
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Were you the only bike there? :grin:
lol, it got a bit busier ...
(http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h295/radsbow/Mobile%20Uploads/20140827_191844.jpg) (http://s67.photobucket.com/user/radsbow/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140827_191844.jpg.html)
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https://flic.kr/p/oQUjDx (https://flic.kr/p/oQUjDx)
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I tried to do...
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5581/15180445551_4026eb6b66_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p8rKzR)Spain-Picos-bandw-4243 (https://flic.kr/p/p8rKzR) by neltek (https://www.flickr.com/people/91479787@N00/), on Flickr
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my new toy :)
its so spangly n clean :)
watch out cadwell park
OK I tried n it didn't work , again, sorry
if anyone pm me instructions ill try again
or if you got time martin do your stuff, cheers
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847494890085698&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847493296545890&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847498817601442&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847505051156434&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847513796226114&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847519528161314&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847528443096274&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847534904048690&oid=115395783780483326105)
https://plus.google.com/u/0/11539578378 ... 0483326105 (https://plus.google.com/u/0/115395783780483326105/posts/DBKVyhMPKdQ?pid=6056847549922075890&oid=115395783780483326105)
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That's way too good for you mate. Take it back straight away.
Loving the ORANGE wheels, gives me an idea for a winter project...
How is the knee doing?
Will you be fit for a ride up to Whitby soon, probably too soon for Cadders for you.
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New on 06.09.14
(http://I.imgur.com/V5arbOe.jpg)
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I tried hard but just couldn't ride the VTR for more that 50 miles without needing a good long rest and then 50 miles home left me knackered. Wrists and knees oooh!
So I trade it in for this:-
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3843/15126244486_93b2480e9f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/p3DXuJ)C800 lower right (https://flic.kr/p/p3DXuJ) by B-rockett (https://www.flickr.com/people/70793133@N02/), on Flickr
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You're getting old now :neen:
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It'll come to you too one day juv :-)
and yep tlpower, the wheels r striking aren't they :-) nearly as bright as your helmet
had mri done on emergency today
as soon as they took compression bandage off it blew up again n is even more painful now
although madly it does feel stronger
consultant supposed to be calling me tomorrow with results
as to whitby, don't know, will have to go get strom back off mts soon n on about a run up to a friend in cumbria
but plan was drive up n sling it in van, could poss meet up for a run at some point though
still hopin re cadwell
would really like to take exup to the classic day on 26th sept :-) even if I only trundle round steadily
there's a road bikes only one 30th sept n oulton 15th oct
when is it u were talkin?
have u n the big pie booked yet?
the 2 brothers pipe on the new exup sounds thunderous
its just as special as the first one, n love the flat bars
n it is quite special underneath
id say a wolf in sheeps clothes but can't imagine callin an exup a sheep so lord knows what that makes the new one :-)
can wait to get on it properly
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You're getting old now :neen:
I am way past being "old".
I still want to do (nearly) all the things I did in my youth, but I can only kid myself so far and for so long before decrepitude gnaws at my joints.
But I've still got the Strom and this:- which isn't so painful.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3855/15006642099_449b264a3f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/oS5XSB)Z1000 sx (https://flic.kr/p/oS5XSB) by B-rockett (https://www.flickr.com/people/70793133@N02/), on Flickr
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How far can you ride that without an Airhawk Brockett :)
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How far can you ride that without an Airhawk Brockett :)
:shy:
About 30 miles although It now has it's own Airhawk.
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Jodrell Bank
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q82/p180x540/10603277_698678870201078_8515249573457347687_n.jpg?oh=cde1ee4c79399321200b606c1cd7855c&oe=54CB29B9&__gda__=1422713279_ba123d1413d8b50b2f78b396901368d3)
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It's f*cking minging now like.
(http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r104/scudnut/Tango/DSCF5015.jpg) (http://s142.photobucket.com/user/scudnut/media/Tango/DSCF5015.jpg.html)
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Must have been brand new there, not even any tarnishing on the downpipe.
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(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/10/1fd734490059d949366825c4bd6d21ef.jpg)
Applecross. This week.
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(http://i59.tinypic.com/acsj1d.jpg)
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(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/exbandit/IMAG0182.jpg)
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(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o788/exbandit/IMAG0423_zps4375487a.jpg)
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(http://images.ncgamers.net/thumbs/f0a5c845bf30e02983f507b52269cd98.jpg)
from new-caledonia
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/47v7uyf4x2bdt ... 0.jpg?dl=0 (https://www.dropbox.com/s/47v7uyf4x2bdto3/2014-10-25%2014.50.30.jpg?dl=0)
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So This are my passions :shy:
(http://imageshack.com/a/img537/7910/2asfdn.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img631/1606/BzQmVb.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img910/4134/MZe0qH.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img746/5792/PXNz7f.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img538/3751/h946EL.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img538/3395/z0wIjN.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img540/8233/zZmKL0.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img661/9209/krVR5e.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img540/6844/VDtRzD.jpg)
See you!
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Quite a common set of toys around these parts.
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lovely ten biker!
And Benfica ! Good team, nice ground!
Was it only last year we (Newcastle) played you and the best team won? (It wasn't us!)
But, we didn't have an eagle on our side... :)
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I miss this bike. :(
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/29/99b67e9c081e32a7d07ac497c7b1f31a.jpg)
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I miss this bike. :(
Wondered if I'd ever read those words from you. I watched you umm and ahh a while back and thought if you do sell you might regret it.
I regularly have to stop myself from popping an ad in biketrader to sell my beloved S2R..... I rarely use it as my Glee is everything I want from a bike these days. I'm going to embed those four words you wrote in my thick skull and make sure I never succumb to temptation.
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/Ducati%20Monster%20S2R/012-1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/Ducati%20Monster%20S2R/012-1.jpg.html)
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Yes, take heed of my mistake.
I do miss the bike, but I don't regret selling it, it made way for the DRZ, which is great. I should have found a way to make room for the DRZ without selling the zx6 though, it wasn't money, just space.
I'm looking for another.
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I could have found room in my garage to look after one of them for you Jacko.
I don't sell bike, I accumulate more... usually from members on here.
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If FatRat doesn't beat you to them :grin:
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With all the talk of led running lights I took a picture of my discrete ones, no bars required.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v321/playsatan/2A8BF2E6-9B0C-4585-A97C-4CA6EACA7DA8.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/playsatan/media/2A8BF2E6-9B0C-4585-A97C-4CA6EACA7DA8.jpg.html)
Been on the bike over a year in all weather and still going strong.
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Fresh out of the crate, looking all shy and awkward, like a newborn giraffe. At the east end of the Bealach Na Ba, approaching Applecross:
(http://I.imgur.com/YDuq1l4.jpg)
Fully kitted out and ready for business, 3 years later:
(http://I.imgur.com/5YWnErp.jpg)
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And in the fastest colour
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I miss this bike. :(
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/29/99b67e9c081e32a7d07ac497c7b1f31a.jpg)
My pride and joy is up for sale as we speak!!!! It's breaking my heart, I can only keep one.
(http://I.imgur.com/sKS5Mrh.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/cn6yWvs.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/ZRGuoWL.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/Z4qIo9G.jpg)
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And in the fastest colour
Except for the Black Frame, which is very slow.
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Don't do it younger.
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And in the fastest colour
Except for the Black Frame, which is very slow.
Well, I have nothing against "your kind", because this is the bike I initially test drove and subsequently had a loan of for a week while waiting for my new one to be born... :lala:
(http://I.imgur.com/yRDWgqo.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/RsJySKN.jpg)
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MMMMmmmm Silver ... Gorgeous.
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Don't do it younger.
I need the funds to fill up the hole in the bank that the Vstrom made!!!
(maybe I should just sell a kidney,it would be less painful)
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MMMMmmmm Unpainted ... Gorgeous.
:)
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Don't do it younger.
I need the funds to fill up the hole in the bank that the Vstrom made!!!
(maybe I should just sell a kidney,it would be less painful)
sell the v-strom - don't sell that 996 - its an appreciating classic and gorgeous
you WILL regret that move.
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Don't do it younger.
I need the funds to fill up the hole in the bank that the Vstrom made!!!
(maybe I should just sell a kidney,it would be less painful)
sell the V-Strom - don't sell that 996 - its an appreciating classic and gorgeous
you WILL regret that move.
I like your way of thinking.............from now on, you are my personal advisor!!!!!
:old: :auto-dirtbike:
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mjc506 ..... lol :violence-smack: ..... less is more :)
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They can't always be pictures of clean bikes!!!
(http://I.imgur.com/Uwb92O5.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/Si6Q7km.jpg)
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My bike fancies your bike. :star:
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Lovely example of the good looking Silver Frame there Younger06.
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Lovely example of the good looking Silver Frame there Younger06.
The swing arm is silver as well........I promise!!
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a few pics of my bike
(http://I.imgur.com/Czydml6.jpg) (http://imgur.com/Czydml6)
(http://I.imgur.com/bTrsx6k.jpg) (http://imgur.com/bTrsx6k)
(http://I.imgur.com/oJ8X4ya.jpg) (http://imgur.com/oJ8X4ya)
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Last week:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-cM2NT1xDmCA/VJq2AP1NaaI/AAAAAAAAJNI/26rq32y6F-4/w800-h450-no/DSC_0152.JPG)
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Brass Monkey Rally last weekend
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/9yqlu8uhikn83hv/2015-01-11%2008.42.46.jpg?dl=0)
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On my morning commute! - No panniers today though haha. :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i1362.photobucket.com/albums/r688/NTBooth92/stromm_zps83b27c89.jpg) (http://s1362.photobucket.com/user/NTBooth92/media/stromm_zps83b27c89.jpg.html)
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(http://I.imgur.com/1QxqUkp.jpg)
Bike with my new Shark Explore R and the reflective tape I've put on my Kappa box.
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Beautiful. LED tail light, MRA Vario (?), clear indicators, K5 (or K4?)
One too many tailpipes, but I forgive you. :obscene-drinkingchug:
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Silver Frame, so doesn't that make it a K4 registered in 2005? Like mine !
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I knew you'd mention the silver frame, which is why I said K5 (or K4?) :groan:
Hehe.
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I knew you'd mention the silver frame
That's because it is important (and looks better) :)
I agree that the second exhaust is not necessary though.
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Well, they didn't have them when I was buying my (newer) bike, otherwise I wouldn't have known any better.
But for the record: you're WRONG!!! :lala:
Nothing you can say will change my mind on this. I love both the silver and black frames, but prefer the black. End of. :obscene-drinkingchug:
and p.s. One exhaust, in blue: can't we be friends?? :grin:
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+1 for the black frame, the silver frame looks like recycled motorway crach barrier lol
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Silver Frame, so doesn't that make it a K4 registered in 2005? Like mine !
It's actually a K2 registered in 2005.
Don't ask !!!
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(http://I.imgur.com/WQlbFkH.jpg)
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I knew you'd mention the silver frame
That's because it is important (and looks better) :)
I agree that the second exhaust is not necessary though.
I find the second exhaust very necessary..........especially with the secondaries removed!!!
(a very nippy sports/tourer indeed)
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It's been parked up for 3 months at the moment, just had surgery on my shoulder so can't ride.
It's on an 04 plate but is a K3
(https://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/903x677q90/742/ytizCS.jpg)
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(http://I.imgur.com/ZRGuoWL.jpg)
Just thought I'd throw this one in ......to be different!!!
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(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/12/06d17c7882daae5a01f6d0c30ebeee04.jpg)
With eazigrip tank pads from R&G
The bar end is missing on the pic but it's already on the bike
Kam
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(http://I.imgur.com/cEp65Mm.jpg)
From Sunday's trip to Cadwell Park.
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Few photos of mine:
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC_0026_zps3c906199.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC_0025_zps80a872a5.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC00130_zps83228e59.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC_0060_zpslgusrcsx.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC_0061_zpsg5hyct0d.jpg)
(http://i1085.photobucket.com/albums/j435/bosnjo3/DL1000%202014/DSC00148_zps8b474148.jpg)
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Blade, did you buy that from the track photographer? I forgot to look if there was any good ones of me :D
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Not a V-Strom I know.
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/Early%202015/2015-03-05%2017.40.22%20small.jpg)
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And technically not "your" bike either :shy: lol
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It is until she passes her test
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"Please Pass Running In" :auto-dirtbike: :thumb:
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Your exhaust is already changing colour. How many miles has that taken?
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...and at what revs?!
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(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/07/213347047078a27f9d62b79c625d1356.jpg)
Whoops wrong one.
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/07/c73e88594365ad4a7355997cef92908b.jpg)
There she is ;)
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My new strom ready for the summer :lala:
(http://I.imgur.com/iHecULg.jpg)
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Here's my lovely girl, Candy.....we've only been together 2 days!
(http://I.imgur.com/8jAKXRX.jpg)
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This is my first v-strom its a 2015, I add front fogs and today fitted givi trekker 42ltr top box just need to get the side rails and boxes then ready for a tour though Wales :auto-dirtbike:
(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee450/hootsno1/20150403_173320.jpg) (http://s1228.photobucket.com/user/hootsno1/media/20150403_173320.jpg.html)
(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee450/hootsno1/20150403_173235.jpg) (http://s1228.photobucket.com/user/hootsno1/media/20150403_173235.jpg.html)
(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee450/hootsno1/20150403_173241.jpg) (http://s1228.photobucket.com/user/hootsno1/media/20150403_173241.jpg.html)
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My brother's new Versys & my Glee
(http://i1030.photobucket.com/albums/y362/clarkegray/Mobile%20Uploads/20150403_143007_zpscswxwktp.jpg) (http://s1030.photobucket.com/user/clarkegray/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150403_143007_zpscswxwktp.jpg.html)
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(http://I.imgur.com/fFINai5.jpg?1)
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Found a random pic of Gina while sorting out my PC
(http://I.imgur.com/qPKBd5r.jpg)
Rest in pieces :bawl:
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My Kawasaki KLV
(http://www.I.imgur.com/5UNbh5w.jpg)
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en route to France :
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/43265478/2015-04-25%2020.28.29.jpg)
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Was that taken 1 second before you crushed your left big toe under the sidestand?
:neen:
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(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/010_1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/010_1.jpg.html)
Lochan Na Lairige (7.5 mls NE of Killin) - 23/04/2015
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My New 2015 V-Strom 1000 'Black-Rhino'
(http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-TU3IJZVZ-D.jpg)
(http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-SUEXLBIL-D.jpg)
Specials things I have don:
* Givi Airflowscreen
• Givi black LED fog-ligths
• Givi Outback cases
• Suzuki skidplate
• Suzuki LED indicators
• Black painted Sub-fame, topcase mount and footsteps passenger
• Yoshimura HEPTA Force Cyclone Slip-on exhaust
• Suzuki heated grips.
• ER6N mirros
* black SW-Motech Oilreservoir guard, breakcilinder guard and exhaust guard
• Radiator cover Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2014 logo black
(http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-FUIUQDPU-D.jpg)
• Black LSL break and clutch lever
• TKC-70 Tyres
* Home made GPS bracket.
(http://www.mijnalbum.nl/Foto-RS6LALTZ-D.jpg)
that's all folks :grin:
Peter
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Was that taken 1 second before you crushed your left big toe under the sidestand?
:neen:
lol full marks for Observation ! yes I was holding it upright on a slope had jammed in there just to get bike upright!
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(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/52188350/10712993_10152798668314319_6553985399356033279_n.jpg)
winter 2 years ago taken on the A46 to newark!
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(http://i57.tinypic.com/msmwx5.jpg)
Nearly 5 years daily commuting and touring, still love her!! :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike:
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Mine on the first day of ownership having a pleasant trundle round rural Cheshire & Derbyshire
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/07/696b00e3439b04bdd3a29eb8ed357bcd.jpg)
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(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/10418514_10153363753760775_4187140115907087007_n.jpg?oh=ff027826f1849ed1d8322473ab424e9f&oe=56050716)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11391301_10153363753865775_4858058983568497801_n.jpg?oh=180a5900ac75305ffcb6b535ec80e00e&oe=55FD5F43)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/q82/p240x240/11052499_10153301987125775_2360348081959827468_n.jpg?oh=cafc9087dd6eccbf4d47d2eea4909e11&oe=55E72296)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/v/t1.0-9/11245805_10153301987220775_1764356666043522594_n.jpg?oh=31ed3a2cc6a03b7ac21e75d68b6dbe85&oe=5632B938)
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On tour in Scotland :)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/08/befa4be130344fe19bcb5fb7991c4052.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/08/4d96c0acdc76b9fef1e465ca2b0f2b17.jpg)
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Love how the headlight looks like a skull :)
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Taken a couple of months ago
(http://I.imgur.com/fXVhnTh.jpg)
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(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/319/18397254184_a6912c3197_c.jpg)
Got it at last. Collected yesterday, rode 60 miles home through rain. I was prepared for this, as during the train journey to collect, every cow I passed, in every field was lying down. Not that I believe in old wives tales, ooooooho no.
(Not sure why my introduction thread has been locked?)
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Not sure why my introduction thread has been locked?
Because you have already introduced yourself and now you need to post things in the right place (just like you have done here!)
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Some of you know I was toying with the idea of selling my Glee.
Due to serious under use I did the deed and part exchanged my lovely Glee for a 'W'. Yes I know it's back to the future and all that. My walk around review of the Kawasaki W 800......
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqFlQNkcBvI
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q119/casperdog777/W%20800%20003_zps5enfku24.jpg) (http://s134.photobucket.com/user/casperdog777/media/W%20800%20003_zps5enfku24.jpg.html)
Sold it at John W. Groombridge in East Sussex. Got a 2014 with 2,000 miles on the clock.
Been brilliant communicating with you all and I shall keep in touch from time to time.
Dave
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I always had a soft spot for the Kwak 'W' s, enjoy.
Is that your old bike listed on ebay? It always did look a nice one :)
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Hondaman
no I part exchanged it for the W which is a 2014 model.
In an ideal world I'd of kept both, but I couldn't justify keeping the V Strom although I loved it.
Part exchanged it at John W. Groombridge in East Sussex.
Dave
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edit/* noticed my pics had gone, for some reason. added a new one
how she used to look
(http://i1104.photobucket.com/albums/h321/wriggly40/sasha%20Dl650/30122010149.jpg)
This is definitely the BEST combo.of upper,lower and wheel colours.I would say that cos.mines the same.
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And mine too!!
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Here is my new Veek
http://I.imgur.com/V2cMfdk.jpg (http://I.imgur.com/V2cMfdk.jpg)
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The more I see them, the more I like those new 1000's!! :auto-dirtbike:
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New partner for the Veek
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff205/Ratcatcher_photos/ktm2_zpsebjnqize.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/Ratcatcher_photos/media/ktm2_zpsebjnqize.jpg.html)
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff205/Ratcatcher_photos/KTM1_zps0o2ivham.jpg) (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/Ratcatcher_photos/media/KTM1_zps0o2ivham.jpg.html)
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Saturdays run to Wales
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/28/ee14973a3f4a77741afec56dc5a05c01.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/28/92bc8c4e61d477735146801ef23e74b6.jpg)
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/28/e886246d1476f542928ebb65c4815391.jpg)
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Old bike cleaned up and for sale :bawl:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xl7L5-HYYmQ/VZGsAEkxXII/AAAAAAAABLs/rhjfTtal5G4/s640/IMAG0968.jpg)
Dirty new bike (Nearly run in after the Dales/Lakes trip) :lala:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DGo5Zo_5OJ4/VZGrg4MXr7I/AAAAAAAABLs/x3ZIp2vcLYs/s800/cut.jpg)
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Had a very hot ride down to Andover to the factory I used to work at. It wasn't there any more!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/459/19331888681_ffd4a9694b_c.jpg)
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Picked it up last Saturday. I have only done 200 miles on it but what a bike! :grin:
Love it!
(http://I.imgur.com/Qdgxauf.jpg?1)
(http://I.imgur.com/LBrJ9CD.jpg?1)
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Very nice, Pav!
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(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/6365E679-26C7-4364-989C-6E9EBDB6E2D0.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/6365E679-26C7-4364-989C-6E9EBDB6E2D0.jpg.html)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/1541F29F-55AA-49BF-AAEB-1AF724517DA5.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/1541F29F-55AA-49BF-AAEB-1AF724517DA5.jpg.html)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/75801B60-3B96-40D7-A635-0BA45B13EFB5.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/75801B60-3B96-40D7-A635-0BA45B13EFB5.jpg.html)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/7954016C-EC88-4C68-A477-10723BD18EEA.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/7954016C-EC88-4C68-A477-10723BD18EEA.jpg.html)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/E3B8ACEA-EDB0-4698-BE7F-19927C042E59.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/E3B8ACEA-EDB0-4698-BE7F-19927C042E59.jpg.html)
(http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u158/tarkmalbot/V-Strom/C7E630C3-D89A-40AA-84C2-4EEA0C2AF825.jpg) (http://s167.photobucket.com/user/tarkmalbot/media/V-Strom/C7E630C3-D89A-40AA-84C2-4EEA0C2AF825.jpg.html)
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Nothing you haven't all seen before, but here it is :grin: ...
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_07_14._DSC_3289__NIKON_D90_with_17.0-50.0_mm_f-2.8_lens_at_25_mm_sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_4.0_at_ISO_200-3.jpg)
Mods include;
Black (Renthal) bars (and 20mm risers).
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_06_28._DSC_3192__NIKON_D90_with_17.0-50.0_mm_f-2.8_lens_at_36_mm_sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_3.3_at_ISO_200.jpg)
R&G bar ends.
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_06_28._DSC_3190__NIKON_D90_with_17.0-50.0_mm_f-2.8_lens_at_75_mm_sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_2.8_at_ISO_200.jpg)
Mirror extenders;
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_06_28._DSC_3189__NIKON_D90_with_17.0-50.0_mm_f-2.8_lens_at_75_mm_sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_4.8_at_ISO_220.jpg)
R&G radiator grille.
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_07_13._IMG_2972__Canon_DIGITAL_IXUS_75_with_5.8-17.4_mm_lens_at__sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_2.8_at_ISO_400.jpg)
mudguard Extenda;
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_07_13._IMG_2969__Canon_DIGITAL_IXUS_75_with_5.8-17.4_mm_lens_at__sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_2.8_at_ISO_400.jpg)
Givi 'Trekker Outback' top-box.
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p279/Bluenile32/Suzuki%20V-strom%20650/2015_06_24._DSC_3184__NIKON_D90_with_17.0-50.0_mm_f-2.8_lens_at_52_mm_sup1frasl_sec_at_fnof_-_6.7_at_ISO_1600.jpg)
... plus lowered foot-pegs, hand-guards, engine cowling and GPS.
Love this bike :auto-dirtbike: !
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(http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/3850/newpics086.jpg) (http://img443.imageshack.us/I/newpics086.jpg/)
loving that Suzuki yellow!
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(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/10418514_10153363753760775_4187140115907087007_n.jpg?oh=ff027826f1849ed1d8322473ab424e9f&oe=56050716)
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11391301_10153363753865775_4858058983568497801_n.jpg?oh=180a5900ac75305ffcb6b535ec80e00e&oe=55FD5F43)
couple of shots on my road there! nice
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Had my bike nearly two months now and realised I've not taken any pictures of it.
Here is is, 2015 DL1000 Adventure
Puig rear hugger
SW Motech Centre Stand
Givi outback 52L top box on Kappa rack
TomTom Rider 400
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/N8yP0gch-4mn_HGlJmX64v5HrLVzThuY5B_lmS4zkfS2=w1161-h653-no)
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Thought I'd post up a final photo of my Grey Glee before it's replaced with a red one next month.
Taken last month on my trip to the French Alps (Col du Mont Cenis)
(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/650%20V-Strom/017_2.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/650%20V-Strom/017_2.jpg.html)
btw.... that Givi Skid Plate will be going on eBay soon.
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Here's my bike. Just had heed crash bars put on today plus a MTC stainless steel can.
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/719/20119888013_b1a2941c7a_c.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5829/20740858865_b0c571d1f4_c.jpg)
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I'll just leave this here.... :) :neen:
(http://www.wheelshots.com/Motorcycles/Shows/Northwich-Scooter-and-Bike-Show/I-6hRQBqp/0/XL/DSC_6345-XL.jpg)
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btw.... that Givi Skid Plate will be going on eBay soon.
It's on now if anyone wants a cheap sump guard for a Glee.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231678904434? ... 1555.l2649 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231678904434?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649)
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Mine
http://s28.postimg.org/8bouh7inh/tapata ... 313194.jpg (http://s28.postimg.org/8bouh7inh/tapatalk_1432145313194.jpg)
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(http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/sahorsham/94E19788-5E29-43C0-92BF-E1A93E523D30_zpskwzrqb9o.jpg) (http://s935.photobucket.com/user/sahorsham/media/94E19788-5E29-43C0-92BF-E1A93E523D30_zpskwzrqb9o.jpg.html)
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(http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/sahorsham/DA66F633-D0B8-405D-A7C8-7410D261AE76_zpsdsdsippk.jpg) (http://s935.photobucket.com/user/sahorsham/media/DA66F633-D0B8-405D-A7C8-7410D261AE76_zpsdsdsippk.jpg.html)
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(http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/sahorsham/2015-09/7D02E448-8A31-48B7-B037-DF2F8B2BC5A9_zpsljeqcqxa.jpg) (http://s935.photobucket.com/user/sahorsham/media/2015-09/7D02E448-8A31-48B7-B037-DF2F8B2BC5A9_zpsljeqcqxa.jpg.html)
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(http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/sahorsham/2015-09/2DE5C10A-9B02-4B83-9681-B83D2FAD837A_zpsfizla7ew.jpg) (http://s935.photobucket.com/user/sahorsham/media/2015-09/2DE5C10A-9B02-4B83-9681-B83D2FAD837A_zpsfizla7ew.jpg.html)
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My Tiger 800 on the way to France April 2015
(http://I.imgur.com/hkmDAyu.jpg)
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(http://www.dodaj.rs/f/15/a/1vFfjwvS/1/dscn3254.jpg)
(http://www.dodaj.rs/f/3Z/cj/3lnCc3UJ/1/dscn0368.jpg)
(http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2R/z6/BATRDkB/dscn4048.jpg)
(http://www.dodaj.rs/f/2t/f5/1HqHsbVv/dscn2737.jpg)
(http://www.dodaj.rs/f/A/7d/3UH81MpV/dscn2738.jpg)
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On a rare day off work and a trip into North Wales taken on route to Porthmadog via Bedgellert
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/702/21632998249_e92b028c82_c.jpg)
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Old bike cleaned up and for sale :bawl:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xl7L5-HYYmQ/VZGsAEkxXII/AAAAAAAABLs/rhjfTtal5G4/s640/IMAG0968.jpg)
Dirty new bike (Nearly run in after the Dales/Lakes trip) :lala:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DGo5Zo_5OJ4/VZGrg4MXr7I/AAAAAAAABLs/x3ZIp2vcLYs/s800/cut.jpg)
Hi User650, new here just signed up. Is that top picture at York Suzuki? I think I test rode your old bike a few weeks ago before putting a deposit down on an XT.
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Old bike cleaned up and for sale :bawl:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xl7L5-HYYmQ/VZGsAEkxXII/AAAAAAAABLs/rhjfTtal5G4/s640/IMAG0968.jpg)
Dirty new bike (Nearly run in after the Dales/Lakes trip) :lala:
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DGo5Zo_5OJ4/VZGrg4MXr7I/AAAAAAAABLs/x3ZIp2vcLYs/s800/cut.jpg)
Hi User650, new here just signed up. Is that top picture at York Suzuki? I think I test rode your old bike a few weeks ago before putting a deposit down on an XT.
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(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/0214e09d8ceee0f583fb8b3edf198f5e.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/03309978bf90ad2f9c8b05be9ff53e60.jpg)(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/fa5bed91f79751f5766b184063730732.jpg). Can't get over how good these bikes handle its like riding big super- Moto
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(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/6cf107d063ccd9c949e98996c1d00492.jpg)now managed 1300 miles in three weeks
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Hi User650, new here just signed up. Is that top picture at York Suzuki? I think I test rode your old bike a few weeks ago before putting a deposit down on an XT.
Yes mate it was in there, got a very good part exchange so new xt for me :) enjoy the xt :thumb:
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Ahhh excellent, yeah I'm loving my XT, such a great do it all bike! Here it is:
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/10/02/6d520cea72de8fbc508a81dfb8c18cfc.jpg)
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Quick question XT650JIM. On your test ride on Paul's old 'bike, did you notice a smell of heavily discounted fish & chips?
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I think he might have left some discount cards under the seat :)
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Strike that idea Holmsey, all his cards have names, he knows where they all are every second of the day.
'Tis true.
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Ha ha ha, I can't say I did, I never looked under the seat though..... damn!
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:clap: :clap: :clap: lol lol lol
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Maybe a whiff of Wensleydale around the top box plate?
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lol :thumb:
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It's not a V Twin but it got me around Nantes yesterday.
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Milz & SonOfMilz have new toys, Making me an official V-Stromer & Milz far from traitors corner. :clap:
Both well happy!
(http://I.imgur.com/i5AEXEk.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/ZXHxiOX.jpg)
(http://I.imgur.com/YHuIwse.jpg)
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:lala: :grin: Congratulations the both of yez! Could SonOfMilz not bear the sight of the factory bin stuck on the side, then?
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:lala: :grin: Congratulations the both of yez! Could SonOfMilz not bear the sight of the factory bin stuck on the side, then?
I ordered the sport model so it came with it, sounds and looks great!
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Thunderroad put jen's new bike next to Son of Milz's Vee2 after her test ride. Funny how they put it next to a bike it'll ride with at some point.
(https://photos-6.dropbox.com/t/2/AABOfX2mlgk3vqnvL5o6Xs7qrJdRHMIYN7Bpsydb2k_evQ/12/60092801/jpeg/32x32/1/_/1/2/2015-10-16%2014.51.06.jpg/EKGIwS4YmqUCIAcoBw/NpAdrxuv1vuzO97YS2nkCtBTCOA3AKyF8nlWxfyJoiI?size=1024x768&size_mode=2)
Hope you're enjoying the new toys lads. I'm picking up the Gsx on Sunday. See you around for a spin soon
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I ordered the sport model ... sounds and looks great!
Probably faster than Josh's bike too :eusa-doh:
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Finally able to attach a pic of my bike
Edit: looks like I need a "how to attach a picture" post please
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Hi blokes the ones with the blue boxes with question marks in them I can not undo, it it something iam doing wrong ?
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Sorry I did write hi blokes but this stupid thing keeps putting blokes
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Yeah and on the 5th of November it'll be bloke Fawkes night
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Sorry I did write hi blokes but this stupid thing keeps putting blokes
An Essex bloke using the G word :shock: whatever next. :)
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Finally able to attach a pic of my bike
Edit: looks like I need a "how to attach a picture" post please
Under your post is 'Attachments and other options', everything you need is there :thumb:
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Trying to attach a picture
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So why wouldn't it work before?, Halloween? spooky :)
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I won't take possession for a few weeks (hols), but this lovely thing is now mine:
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(http://i827.photobucket.com/albums/zz193/ghenderson28944/Red%20V-Strom/014_1.jpg) (http://s827.photobucket.com/user/ghenderson28944/media/Red%20V-Strom/014_1.jpg.html)
My new Glee, had it 8 weeks now and loving it every bit as much as my last one. Unusual I haven't moved onto something different...... I think this one's a keeper.
Didn't fancy the wheels or the beak of the XT but I've added the bash plate & crash bars from it, and when I get rid of the OE Trailwings for Anakee 3's I'll be sorted :thumb:
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Hi blokes......thought I would upload a pic or two........hope you like...
going to add the...650 V-STROM decals soon when the weather breaks a bit.
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Managed to get on some dry roads this morning :lala: Well for 2 hours then it pissed down again. But got tyres scrubbed in, just trying to keep the revs down until I hit the 1st service is a pain, I hope it's worthwhile :grin:
(http://I.imgur.com/vzpc9rr.jpg)
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All done...................
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Haven't seen it in the flesh yet, pick it up in 2 weeks :D but here is what the dealer posted. will update with a pic on my drive, quite possibly with me cheesin beside it! :D
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the 650 now with 1100 miles
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(http://I.imgur.com/49pl35C.jpg)
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I will get some pics of my strom shortly, but here's one of my other bikes, I built it a few years back and the handling is sublime, ( Briz frame).
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Found one!
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My new bike only one week away now,and my faithful Bandit that I'll be saying goodbye to soon...
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I can't workout why my Bandit picture is upside down, it's the right way up in my photo album! I've tried 3 times to get it right but technology has never been my strong point.
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Your Bandit is now up the right way.
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I will get some pics of my strom shortly, but here's one of my other bikes, I built it a few years back and the handling is sublime, ( Briz frame).
Briz of CCD (and NCC) knows what he's doing. Very skilled man.
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One of the best, thinking about getting him to do me another frame for a mint xr400 motor I have, nice light an short, hardtail.
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Your Bandit is now up the right way.
Thank you,
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This is my K7 08 Vee awaiting my collection from the dealers. With living in York it has been a rather damp December/January so far so it can stay nice and cozy there until maybe march!!!
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Hi heed crash bars, Cree spot lights, and Oxford hot grips all recently fitted to my k7 DL1000 :)
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done that rear spacer mod - recommend it to all, fork brace,135mm links/dog bones, tre ,secondary b. valve removed , fork oil with 100mm air soon to get springs front & rear I've only had it a month and I can honestly say out of all the bikes I've owned or driven this thing has the best combination of everything, last pic at the end of a family sunday spin (knockmealdown mountains 2700ft when my sons wr decides to rip a drive shaft seal ) 15 miles from the van
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(Edit by MartinW - Dropbox links don't work too well, so loaded picture directly)
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Ian, do you have a non cropped version of that picture?
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After yesterday's cancelled run to Ipswich to collect my new Glee the weather today allowed me to get there and ride back and stay dry.
Roads were bone dry in Suffolk but as soon as crossed border into Norfolk the salting from last night had kept them damp so a bit of cleaning to do so I can do a coat of FS365 to keep things nice.
MartinW I've done it again getting the photo facing the wrong way, could you adjust it again for me please. Before I try again I'll make sure my son is home as he speaks computer!
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MartinW I've done it again getting the photo facing the wrong way, could you adjust it again for me please.
Bike "righted" for you :)
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Thank you.
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Nicely kitted out bike, enjoy :)
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Hi there, You asked for photos. I rode round North America on this baby last summer, 15,000 miles in six weeks, fell off twice - onto the same shoulder! Consistent or what. This is us on our way South. Off to Africa in a couple of weeks. Wish me luck! I shouldn't say this but the high point of the trip was overtaking a bunch of GS's on wet dirt and gravel. That's where I find the DL shines. And the friction cruise control made an h... of a difference too.
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the latest project nearly done
it started as a series 1 1977 z650
now its got a shorter front end and a gsxr monoshock back end
thought id finished but found a flaw in the paint :-(
noooooooo
taking bets how many goes it takes :-)
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Slip sliding away - on the ice truckers' road
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Here's mine from today..
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Again..
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Where was that taken Wurzel? It's a candidate for the Dodgy Place Name (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/smf/index.php?topic=23717.0) Game
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Just outside Maldon Essex, yes it could be a contender... :)
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Ian, do you have a non cropped version of that picture?
Sorry no
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getting closer :-)
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Nice and Clean!
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I do like that blue.
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Blue is by far the sexiest and fastest colour.
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+1
Although even more so with a silver frame too.
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Cruising in the Lowlands....
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Well traded my 2014 650 vstrom in for a new xt 650 vstrom.
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Nice and Clean!
Stone me!!! I though my garage was full.
Nice bike, but where do you keep it??
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Out for a ride
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Nice photo, Cerberus :clap:
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There is my first baby :grin:
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This is my second baby :thumb:
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I like the CB! The Veek is nice too, but I like the classic Honda. Reminds me of my CB400N-D ...but in a nice way! Reverse comstars are classy!!
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Great pic Cerberus is that a go pro ? and a very nice CBR900F-A and Veek CBRF :)
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Yes it is a Gopro Hero4 Silver mounted to the helmet chin piece
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Near Buzludzha (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzludzha), Bulgaria.
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Only one looks good on the bike!!
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Port Isaac today
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well the Z650 done now :-)
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and decided I'm going to put the laverda on the road too this year
mot'd yesterday :-)
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new pic
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Washed and F a r k l e d up....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v237/andyonbass/IMG_20160407_165208420_zpsu6mybnw7.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/andyonbass/media/IMG_20160407_165208420_zpsu6mybnw7.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v237/andyonbass/IMG_20160407_165153154_zpsyhcy5p01.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/andyonbass/media/IMG_20160407_165153154_zpsyhcy5p01.jpg.html)
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Today...
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Green Welly Saturday 10th
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My two toys ????
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new pic
Nice bike mate ... can you give more information on top box ... cheers
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Out for a ride
Amazing picture ????????????
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Nice bike mate ... can you give more information on top box ... cheers
Givi Trekker 52 lit room for 2 helmets
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My new bike picked it up Friday and took to Derbyshire. well impressed got 60mpg. handles great. I loved my old varadero xl1000 but this bike has put the smile back on my face.
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Nice bike mate ... can you give more information on top box ... cheers
Hi, it is Hepco Becker Xplorer.
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Hi, it is Hepco Becker Xplorer.
Givi Trekker top box & Givi outback panniers
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Bought this yesterday :happydance: Pick it up next Friday; this is going to be a looooong week!
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Edit: Hmm, that didn't quite go according to plan. Sorry pic is just a link. More 'how-to' researching required!
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Fixed the picture for you.
Nice bike (other than the beak obviously) - Better modify your profile now :)
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Bike 4 life today, mine was somewhere amongst that lot and this was early, bikes just kept coming, Great day and weather excellent. :sunny:
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Fixed the picture for you.
Nice bike (other than the beak obviously) - Better modify your profile now :)
Thanks for that Martin. All done :thumb:
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Love it , having fun .
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Did you put the can and the tank protectors yourself? If so sourced from where and how much?
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Change the place of fog lights...
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Finally after 6 weeks I've got it :lala: took it straight home changed the screen and fitted the spots :lala: :lala: (no pic's of the additions yet). Got to go back for the alloy skid plate
Slowest ride to work ever this morning
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Lovely :thumb:
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Stopped on my way to work this morning and took a new pic with screen and spots, not happy about the position of the spots so will be moving them this weekend.
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My Vee is gone, replaced with this slightly smaller beauty.
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Nice :thumb:
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(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/1add2f9a18e1ecfc59a6208ccd2eef57.jpg)
2 months old and 3980 miles on the clock today ... still needs exhaust to make smile even more :)
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Very nice Sasha, an end can does seem to perk them up a bit, I bought a fuel diablo for mine, the longer version, and I'm very happy with it, whatever you chose, if they give the option go for the longer one, it helps with sound, and I think with torque too.
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Very nice, have you raised screen ?
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Very nice, have you raised screen ?
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I made these brackets at work to see if it makes a difference and it does make a big difference but I'm still not happy with the wind noise I'm still thinking about another screen or maybe a small add on ...
Cheers:)
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Yes I had same problem with wind, I'm 6'2 and couldn't seem to find a place where was out of blast so I bought Windscreen Touring Puig Suzuki V-Strom 1000 14-16 light smoke, at first thought it was too tall but can now do 60mph with visor up. Can look over it normal riding and was only when filtering had to get use to.
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It looks nice ... do you mind me asking what the price was ?
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I don't remember exactly but I got it from www.motea.com and I think it was about same price as on their site £62.90 including delivery.
http://www.motea.com/en/wind-protection/Windscreen -touring/Windscreen -touring-puig-Suzuki-v-strom-1000-14-16-light-smoke-i4107-35424-0.htm
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Highly appreciate thank you ????
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On the B5289 next to Crummock Water
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Popped out for an evening bimble . . . . . .
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This beast is certainly getting under my skin. Much throbbiness is too my liking :lala:
Steve T
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Great background :thumb:
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Since getting the bike I have put on crash mushrooms, Hugger, mudguard Extender, Hand Guards, Bar Risers, Tank Pad and top box all I need now is A engine guard. :thumb:
Loving the bike but still seems strange after a inline 4.
Almost Forgot the important one My Stickers for the club.
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K9 DL650
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Tidy. :)
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The Wee performed admirably on this two-up camping tour of France... 2700 miles door to door.
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That's some trip Joey, and load too. :thumb:
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greece june 2016
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bulgaria june 2016
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bulgaria
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outside hotel
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on road to serbia june 2016
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in june 2016 went through France Switzerland ,Italy to venice , got ferry to igoumenitsa [Greece] travelled over to Bulgaria then up into Serbia ..then worked my way back ...total mileage 3,200mls ..bike 2015 650 v strom ..problems -"none" - put petrol in and oiled the chain....
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up in the greek mountains
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Got my new Vstrom!
Happy days :lala:
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Hi great looking bike enjoy and ride safe :)
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in june 2016 went through France Switzerland ,Italy to venice , got ferry to igoumenitsa [Greece] travelled over to Bulgaria then up into Serbia ..then worked my way back ...total mileage 3,200mls ..bike 2015 650 v strom ..problems -"none" - put petrol in and oiled the chain....
Hiya Doboy, it's Muddy here from Carpe :)
I lurk a fair bit here as I've narrowed a new bike down to the Glee, Nc750x or the new MT07 Tracer.
Anyhow, I noticed this post of the same trip I'm planning and wondered if you could give me any tips for the journey - - dodgy roads, cops, or anything useful really. It's a holiday and I'm house hunting in Bulgaria. I'll be getting the ferry from Ancona. Hopefully comeback through Serbia, Hungary, Austria, etc.
Cheers
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One from our ride out yesterday. Carsington Water, Derbyshire.
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Me & my bike enjoying a rest this morning, on the way to Glenshee . . . . .
(http://i1343.photobucket.com/albums/o800/104SteveT/V-Strom%201000%20pictures/Brew%20Time_zps7lwhhcng.jpg) (http://s1343.photobucket.com/user/104SteveT/media/V-Strom%201000%20pictures/Brew%20Time_zps7lwhhcng.jpg.html)
Steve T
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the bike,and meeeeeeeeeeeeeee and the missus
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Nice bike climber, looks lovely!
I take it from your name you climb...is that a good assumption?
I'm an arborist climber by trade, love it. :thumb:
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Here's a couple of pics on mine... Enjoying a lovely trip around the Alps.
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Had a trip out to Jodrell Bank, nice to see someones got a sense of humour with the 11mph speed limit lol
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Had a trip out to Jodrell Bank, nice to see someones got a sense of humour with the 11mph speed limit lol
Just around the corner from mine... you should have come for a brew... lol.
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I'll give you a shout next time I go over, I generally only go when they break something so always short notice :fix:
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Picked up the new V-strom last week:
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and here's my old 650 in Norway last year:
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Lovely pics, lovely location, lovely bike. :thumb:
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Great looking bike Norway looks stunning :thumb:
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Tested the home made sump guard out this evening on some quite tracks . . . .
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Steve T
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I pickup this tomorrow afternoon, looking forward to a bit more grunt on the daily commute (had a 250cc scooter for a few years, it was great but limited to legal speeds which became frustrating).
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Oh, and the other bikes. My race bike is a CBR600FX. I had one previously, but had a slight "off" at Corams at Snetterton at about 100mph. Result was it flipped upside down 3x, landed upside down, caught fire, wrote it off. Mega angry as I was leading the championship in my first years racing. Bought another one, transferred the parts over, and going to compete in another round to put the other blokes in their place as to who would have won the championship if I hadn't binned it... No pics of the new bike yet, but if anyone's interested in amature racing, feel free to have a read.
http://bikersbitz.co.uk/bikersbitz-racing/ (http://bikersbitz.co.uk/bikersbitz-racing/)
And the other toy is a Benelli Tornado, which I adore, had it years, but I hardly ever use it so thinking about selling it at some point. Looks fantastic, sounds even better, drinks fuel and doesn't like below 30mph.
And if your really bored and want to watch some videos of the racing, trackdays, or the Benelli, I have loaaaaaads on my channel.
https://www.youtube.com/c/bikersbitz (https://www.youtube.com/c/bikersbitz)
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You made a mess of that cbr Daimo
My three :)
One for touring
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One for off road fun
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and one for trackdays
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http://imgur.com/a/ZMSBN
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Four week trip to Spain in May/June this year. 4000 mile round trip. This is at the top of Pas de la Casa crossing the Pyrenees into Spain.
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This is at our destination in Serena near Almeria.
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Heading back to France just south of Seu D'Urgell, Aragon on the way to Carcassonne
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A little trail riding near the house. Not very adventurous but this tested my non existent off road skills.
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Market sqr in Arras. Stopped here on he way to Calais to pay respects to Great Uncle George (my grandmother's brother) killed in the Arras offensive in 1917. His body was never recovered but his name appears on the memorial in Arras along with the names of 35000 other lost souls.
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Met this bloke and his Mrs. on the tunnel home. I asked him where he'd come from and he said.... Buenos Aires.... 2 years ago. This was his 2nd GS. He'd put 250k miles on the first one round North and South America. Then ordered a new one to be kitted out and collect in Munich for the next two year leg. Put my trip into perspective.
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Sorry, should really have posted this in the Tour reports/rideout section.
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Yours Truly and his Veek... Dublin.
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Took a trip around the North Pennines today, which gave me the first chance to get some pics of my latest strom. Went from Chester le Street to Derwent Reservoir, Hexham Racecourse, Whitfield, the clattering causeway, Hallbankgate, Eden valley, over Hartside and back down Weardale. Was scoping out a forum ride for next year but some of those roads aren't suitable for group riding. Some of them weren't suitable for single riding, being covered in cowshit. Almost took a couple of low siders slipping on the stuff.
Anyway, a couple of pics at Hartside.
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Ironically I have never been on a ride out up in the North East.
If you are planning one then I'm in :)
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My new bike!
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my Tiger is having cosmetic surgery !!!! I know I will get chucking up smileys .. but I'm liking it
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10154227858129807&set=pcb.10154227858774807&type=3&theater
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Here's a smiley for you Tusker :-x
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Tuskers bed clothes
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You tiger you (so says the missus eh?) Grrrrrrrrrr
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...and another :-x (well you did ask for that :grin:)
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Remember the old saying, too much of a good thing... :old: :shrug:
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Profg,, I don't have a missus, I have had quite a few missus, two of them were actually mine,,.. Now I live my life alone.. that's why I can have my Tiger painted,,,,, do not have to justify it to anyone
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she is home
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10154235168304807&set=pcb.10154235168524807&type=3&
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May I be the first to commend you for your principles Tusker. Not my cup of tea but what does that matter? Many look at my Nail and think (and say) WTF, I care not one jot, because it, and all it brings me is mine.
Enjoy. :thumb:
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Tusker - It's f'kin horrible.
However, I agree with TLP, it's yours and you can do what you want :) Individuality keeps the world turning.
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Out for a bimble & a brew . . . . .
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Steve T
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On a bike tour of Ireland in August....
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Tusker - It's f'kin horrible.
However, I agree with TLP, it's yours and you can do what you want :) Individuality keeps the world turning.
surely not Effin horrible, and you are right individuality keeps the world turning and so does the effin money I spend
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Tusker - Is that hydro dipped? looks Greeeat (as Tony the tiger would say). Has it affected your insurance premium?
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yes Brocket it is indeed hydro dipped. An airbrush artiste would have wanted 1000's .. Suspension Ink has taken over !!
I like it, I kind of took the job as part of a payment for a bike I was selling.. Right out of the trap I may not have bothered, but a deal was done and the wheels of the world keep turning..
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Didn't think I would have to wait this long for you to chuck up FR !! pmsl
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Have to say Tusker it looks like a dam good job!
Not my taste but can certainly appreciate it! :thumb: :thumb:
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NTBooth it's about time we see a picture of the Varabeast.
There are a few Honda fans here :traitor:
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haha, I will get one up soon! :thumb:
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Tusker, just in case you have a conscience, that bike was a beauty.
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Each to their own, personally I think the inside of the hand guards let it down.
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Lovely bike, I had two of these in white, great engine. I'd have another tomorrow but the wife hated the high pillion position
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Here's my steed. Before I fitted the Givi trekker topbox.
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The new Weedeer :lala:
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Love the WeeDeer! ill have to superglue a christmas hat on the top of my screen now! haha :xmas-smile:
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This is my bike
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Large, I like you colour scheme and graphics, that looks really good. :thumb:
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Thank you Wurzel ! Those were made by request by a friend , following the 2016 original decals
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My 2012 - 650
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If I had stuck with a Strom that was the colour and model I would have had... :thumb:
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Today I went for my first ride on the Wee. I have added the following.
Pyramid front m/guard extender and rear hugger, new Bridgestone tyres, sump guard, Accessory / crash bars, Cymarc footrest lowers, Cosmo fork brace, fork gaitors, Beowulf radiator and oil cooler covers, Oxford hot grips, aux power distributor, 2 x cigar lighter power outlets on right and left of dash, PD Mini chain oiler, Optimate lead, heated jacket lead, Givi top box, aux driving lights. And lastly jam tart aluminium foil Inserts for the Indicators. Still to be completed power lead and mounts for the Garmim satnav and new screen when it arrives in the post.
The low late sun makes it look blue. It is Grey.
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A handsome bike there, Brockett :thumb:
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Looking good Brockett :thumb:
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Nice bike Brockett :thumb:
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Action shot of my bike at an enduro practice day. I fell off that much I found ferns in my arse.
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Here's my two.
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well I'm back in traitors corner for a while :) you'll hear me coming :)
the strom will be back soon but this means less stress on my shoulder for now :)
n your strom does look nice brocket :)
enjoy the ride, catch you soon :)
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Nice shadow earthcore. Great to hear you're out on two wheels again.
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cheers brocket
god its good to be back on 2 wheels :)
be good to catch up again sometime :)
hope your well
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Great to see you back riding Earthcore
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I wouldn't call it riding. I'd call it staying on and defying gravity.
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Just picked up my new ride :)
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Pointy
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Great colour though
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My last bike was a pointy SV, so I guess I couldn't go without a beak :)
Must say I am absolutely loving this bike, definitely the best bike I've had
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While the Glee is a really useable bike, (sadly under-used by me) the DT175MX.. ahh the noise, the smell.. ace.! :thumb:
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love the DT :)
been sortin out a ratty old DR600 and took it for a thrashing in the dirt last weekend
love it, ace off road, and a damn site more comfy than a DR400 lol :thumb:
bloody brakes might as well not exist though :dl_hyperhysteria:
starts a treat now :clap:
Just got to sort fuelling out properly and think it's about ready to test :) :fix:
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That looks mega youth. Waaay too good for you. I do hope it's loud. :thumb:
Did you upset any redsocked ramblers, they're usually the most grumpy. :clap:
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Very nice. I had an identical one, bar that exhaust. How did you get on with the starting procedure? A bit quirky at first. The chap I sold mine to kept coming back asking me to show him how to do it. Don't think he understood what was actually happening or why he was doing it.
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starts a treat now, carb is a twat, and took loads of getting right, but everything INCLUDING the totally seized accelerator pump is now working, starts cold hot or warm now, even after lying in a puddle of mud :)
It's not mega loud, and I slow for dogs horses and people so don't ever get much hassle touch wood
hopefully see you both soon
ian
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That's a nice road, anyone recognise it?
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With so many white V Stroms around these days, I decided to add a certain tank sticker to mine to make it instantly recognisable (to me, at least) :) ...
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In the words of "children's artist" :shy: Rolf Harris, "Have you gissed whad it izz yit"? :grin:
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@Hendo. Nice pics. Somewhere on the Otterburn ranges?
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A couple of pics of the Vee :) :)
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Ride out for photos - about a day before my new Givi Blade top box arrived :lala:
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Nice pics, how do you find the touring screen compared to the original.
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@Lincsman depends on my lid if I wear my shark one it's a bit noisy but if I wear my LS2 the touring screen is a lot better compared to the original. Over all about 75% better than the original screen.
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Thanks ever so much for the information, I think next pay day I might get myself one. :thumb: :thumb:
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I Have a used one in the garage, save yourself some money, make me a good offer :thumb:
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@Lincsman take up user650's offer mine was of a forum member saved me a good bit of money :thumb:
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Would you be able to post some picture, I know it's a screen, and it's not rocket science, but if you don't mind.
What sort of ££ have you in mind, I've seen another one at a reasonable price, that has my interest.
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High on a hill . . . .
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With some dirt thrown in . . . . .
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Wet everywhere
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And some snow on the hills
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Steve T
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Great pictures love Scotland :thumb:
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Well my day end pretty crap went out to buy a new lid and now need the new DL1000 ###
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Yikes, I hope you're OK.
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smash one of me nuts apart from that. I'm fine thanks
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How did that happen?
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Not very nice to see, :icon_no: hope that you're OK and hopefully you can get your bike fixed soon.
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As above. Hope you're OK. Bikes can be replaced...
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What happened ? Were you filtering ? Glad you are OK as the others have said the bike can be fixed :)
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Best wishes pal... the bike can be replaced, just hope you are OK
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as said bikes can be fixed/replaced, hope you're OK.
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Ooooooooooh that's not what you want to see. Glad you're OK
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Uh oh. Glad you're OK.
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Sorry to read this and I hope you feel fully recovered soon.
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not a nice sight, but glad you weren't badly hurt - bikes can be repaired/replaced, you are far more difficult to repair :)
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I'm fine thanks blokes.
I stopped in traffic and the bloke behind was on his phone and didn't see me stop luckily there was a pedestrian walking past and saw the bloke on his phone and waited till the police turned up and gave a statement.
all good bike is a write off. off to look for new wheels. as this is my daily rider new 2017 DL1000 or the DL650
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What a tw@t! Hope the police prosecute the driver as they could have killed you. Suppose with the recent changes that's at least 6 points on their licence & a fine.
Good luck finding a replacement bike. Hopefully his insurance will pay out quickly and give you a decent price for the bike :thumb:
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Glad you are OK and hope the phone user gets punished properly.
How long before insurers say they won't cover you on a phone?
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Glad you're OK and the driver has his comeuppance coming.
These clowns just don't realise what is at risk, for victims or themselves. I had a car driver miss me last year only because the outside lane was free, he swerved out just in time, anchors on at traffic lights. He then seemed totally peeved that I eyed him at the next set of lights while he was still on his phone looking more down than forward. (Perhaps I'd clocked him with something else in his hand......? T*sser!) :roll:
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The recent fine and points on your licence is obviously no deterrent to the dicksplash that hit you.
It should be an on the spot fine of £5000 or your car / Van / Truck, crushed, and you have 1 minute to decide, if you can't decide in the 60 seconds, then both happens. If you're a tradesmen, then all you tools go into the crusher, you wouldn't have to do it to many before the word got round. We had a motorcyclist killed round here by some one on a mobile phone, she got off with it. Can you believe it, so the lesson is if you want to kill someone and get away with it, best you drive the car whilst drunk, or go on the mobile phone whilst in the car.
Where's the justice for these people killed my these morons.
Rant on soap box over.
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As the thread's got a little hijacked I'll add.
I NEVER stop at Zebra crossings unless absolutely necessary, and sit looking in my mirrors these days when sat at any lights, mobile use when driving is endemic. I'm surprised more aren't killed.
On my ride home from work, I'd say 10-30% of drivers I filter past in slow traffic are on their phones.
It's the most dangerous hazard on the roads today.
Glad you're okay, keep Your wits about you folk. :shock:
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Last week near Vienna....it was a bit of a white ride... :xmas-smile:
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Wow Wurzel that is a white out, ride careful but enjoy :)
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and you still have that caravan on the back , that thing is so big sham its got its own climate no wander twas snowing that thing causes its own levant its taller n steeper than the rock of gibraltar
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A nice day on Hardknott Pass :grin:
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The Vee2 just before Tumbler Ridge BC Canada. Went there this Saturday from my home of Grande Prairie AB. It was an great ride through the mountains. Seen 3 black bears and numerous deer on the gravel sections. Around a 500 km round trip.
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The Vee2 just before Tumbler Ridge BC Canada. Went there this Saturday from my home of Grande Prairie AB. It was an great ride through the mountains. Seen 3 black bears and numerous deer on the gravel sections. Around a 500 km round trip.
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Alberta and British Columbia, 2 stunning provenances indeed, and to be able to ride them by bike, well I doubt it gets much better than that. :thumb: :thumb:
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Hi mr rat just noticed the picture of your Africa twin very nice :thumb:
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Me & mine weekend before last up on Ardnamurchan pennisular. Castle Tioram in the background
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Steve T
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A wee bimble up to Middlemoor yesterday...
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a bit of surface water never did anyone any harm :whistle: :shock:
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Wtf lol lovely looking bike Steve :thumb:
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Great picture dinger :thumb:
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Couple of new toys for me and the boy.
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Ah look at the joy on his face! That's what biking is all about.
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Brilliant pic Bigpie!!
He looks well chuffed with that, worrizzit?
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Most excellent. Littlepie looks well chuffed. :)
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A photo to keep in the family album.
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Lovely, BP, can't beat a trials bike for some good fun and learning . :thumb:
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Josh's is an electric Oset 16 and he's a right nutter on it. It can even move me at a fair pace.
I've learned not to follow people who know what they are doing up steep hills.
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Lochindorb this evening, just before 9pm . . . . .
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Steve T
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DL650 AL4 and a Spitfire! RAF base in High Wycombe...they also have a Hurricane on the gate, but the guards were getting a bit twitchy!
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If I must, one or two extras new June 2017 1000. Puig visor is not worth bothering with, but it was cheap so worth a try. New Givi should be available any day.
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Well my day end pretty crap went out to buy a new lid and now need the new DL1000 ###
Hope your fully recovered now. Some good news if your in North Wales, with dash or riding video camera footage of Dicks driving badly, it also works the other way if your riding badly, but then you never do that :) Several have been prosecuted this way. It might make cagers on the phone think twice, pity they just can't learn to drive.
Operation Snap
Do you want to report an incident that you have caught on a dashcam or mobile phone? PLEASE CLICK HERE.
North Wales Police are working with the communities of North Wales to help reduce risk on our roads.
What is Operation SNAP?
North Wales Police have been busy over the past few months bringing together Operation SNAP.Operation SNAP launch This is our response to increasing submissions of video and photographic evidence relating to driving offences that members of the public have seen.
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Treated myself to the new Vstrom 1000.
And I must say it's a big improvement from the L4 version.
The engine and gearbox is a lot smoother they have really sorted the mapping issues, the suspension is amazing, brakes too. The screen is better but I've still changed it to the givi airflow.
Just got to run her in abit then the wife and I is going to France at the end of July. Can't wait :lala: :lala:
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Very nice.
Interesting to hear from someone that owned a 14 that the fueling and gearbox are smoother, my 14 model isn't great on both.
Much as I'm tempted I think my next one will be the 650. But in a year or two if there's a yellow one sittin in a showroom somewhere with a good discount you never know!
Good health to enjoy.
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Enjoy, looks the biz. :)
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That's a nice bike, my 14 Veek is sorted and runs well after some fettling.
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Still waiting to see one in the flesh on one of the rideouts, looks good
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Hiya Group, here are a few pics of my pride... pic 1&2 taken in Exmoor a few weeks back, pic 3 was at this years MACH2 meet, pic 4 was a day out to the new forest and last pic was our two up trip to the Netherlands. Great to see all your pics. Keep Stromming! ????????
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Today at my new place of work. :thumb:
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Are you a fishing Balif ? Nice bike :thumb:
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sort of, at the weekends I man the fishing lodge for the trout lake and the coarse fishing lake and the office for my brother in laws river boat cruise company. :thumb:
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Returning member, not a Vstrom but powered by the mighty TL Engine, so more of a distant cousin, not the best pic will get more once back together form its major service
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Oh no, there's two of them... :shock: Save some petrol for the rest of us... :GRR:
Nice bike though. Enjoy!
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2 nails!
If you need any spare parts TLPower has them scattered all over his garage floor just now.
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....and half of North Yorkshire!
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lol lol
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F*ckers.
Did you know the Navigator was the inspiration for the VStrom? Well sort of, Cagiva were looking for another engine for the Gran Canyon after they sold Ducati (the GC used a 900cc Duke motor) they looked at the Triumph triple but settled on the TL lump, Suzuki said they could have it as long as the 'bike wasn't sold in the States as they were planning there own sitty up 'bike.
Don't listen to the non believers Stokesy. Mine has been through a bit of a rough patch recently, all caused by me.
Wheel conversion to tubeless Honda CBR wheels, I found a thread on the tinterweb (in French) that said it was easy and straight forward. Utter nonsense, I've ended with 2 wheels on the 'bike, 1 rear that came as a pair that's the wrong size, a correct sized rear that's buckled and a front that's perfect but will never, ever fit.
Worth every single penny.
Then there's the oil leak saga. Changing the wheels meant changing tyre sizes, I went to 160/60 x17 on the rear. The Honda wheel came with a 43T back sprocket, acceleration was rapid if a little uncontrolled, motorways were "buzzy".So I fitted a 41T sprocket, a little better but still buzzy. Next on the shopping list was a 17T front sprocket, whilst I had the cover off I gave everything a damn fine cleaning, paying particular attention to the pushrod area. Took it for it's MOT and it's leaking like a Norton. A quick google (well TL Zone) tells me to swap the seal for an SV item and change the output shaft seal for good measure. Now the output shaft seal was bone dry not even misty, any normal Herbert would have let it be. Not me. I take it out and replace it with one of GKN's finest. Put it all back together, go for a blast up the A1 to Harewood and we have another leak.
The output shaft.
Strip it all down again and I fitted a Koyo seal. Lovely.
Now the latest demise, long story short, you've had enough I can tell....I changed the fuel filter and the air filter, no biggy, whilst I'm faffing I decided to check the TPS, it was out by a kippers eyelash. I took it for a ride and the thing tried to throw me off. Surging, flatspots you know the score. Check the resistance on the TPS, it's fine open closed it's goosed. A new one is on it's merry way.
From South Korea.
I do hope it doesn't come by rocket.
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TL Power
Shall we start a new thread to discuss Navigator upgrades and ideas, that way the unconverted could be engaged and educated :grin:
Alternatively we can keep the secrets to ourselves over messaging? :bow-blue:
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Stokesy
The usual suspects are well and truly beyond any education or engagement. Trust me I've tried.
They do have their uses though, I suggest a route (a hint of food helps) they follow me around said route and then kindly collect the bits as they drop off.
I've had mine for 12 years, I've never bought any Cagiva parts for it, they are made up from everyone elses best bits, the fun is finding out where from. I'll never sell it.
If I can be of any assistance post on here, or if you're shy PM me.
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Hi,
Here is my 2015 DL650 parked at the top of the B500. :grin:
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Just traded in my 2008 wee for this ex demo 2017 model ????
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Nice :thumb:
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Nearly two weeks in here is my new to me K7 Wee.
Quick evening blast down to Leysdown chasing the setting sun.
Sold my previous Glee back in 2014 and have been on a Super Tenere and 900 Tracer since.
With family commitments I was giving up my bikes all together until I saw this Wee and just had to put in an offer.
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Good choice...
And the best shape and colour options too :thumb:
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Would be even better with a Silver Frame Mr Diver :neen:
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Blue and black for boys Martin :whistle:
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I just traded in that exact blue & black colour combo :)
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Only women like shiny silver things
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Been out getting dirty again . . . . . . :grin:
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Steve T
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HERE IS MY BIKE SORRY I AM NEWBI
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Yes I've bought another one for my birthday :dl_angryfire:
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Nice Beak :D and Happy Birthday
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:text-goodpost:
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Very nice.
But does it have have keyless start?
The Nail has evolved it's own.
Clever eh? :stirpot:
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lol but it was a bit of :dl_hyperhysteria: :icon_exclaim: earlier.
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No mine only starts with a plain old key in the ignition :haha:
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As I seem to recall, starting is not the issue. Stopping - now that's a different kettle of ball games.
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:thumb: you just wait till it runs out of petrol.
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Retorts in order.
@user650. How conventional. A key. The Nail has evolved, by itself into a state of the art, high tech vehicle that the MODERN coffee bar generation would adore.
@Rusty. Yea but no but. Details, details. Sir Clive Sinclair and Victor Kiam are willing to invest millions. Ducati have offered me even more to keep the technology involved quiet. So I will.
@Graham. The figures are in. Each gallon allows 43.75 miles of forward motion. Not bad eh? When I arrived home Bucket was going bonkers, (I normally turn the Nail off and freewheel to avoid this situation)the 1st thing Mrs Power said was "You stink of exhaust". So a safety feature, I can be found in the dark if I'm lost by smell.
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Been out getting dirty again . . . . . . :grin:
My driveway is more intrepid than that :smirk:
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here is my bike
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Got my new (to me) 2005 650 V-Strom home Thursday. On Saturday I did an oil & filter change, took a couple of pics, and I'm beginning prep for an MOT shortly. Shouldn't need to do that much hopefully. Did my Direct Access 3 weeks ago, it's my first bike, and words can barely express how excited I am!
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Good for you, hope you'll enjoy it. :thumb:
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Here is my v strom 650
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My bike
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Nice picture, where was it taken ?
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From the pillion seat by the look of it...
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Nice picture, where was it taken ?
Serbia
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A shot of my Strom
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Nice looking bike :thumb:
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:ty:
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that's my babe :)
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2015 V-Strom 650
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Lugguage from Givi direct - Suzuki OE is too small. Just loving this bike.
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Nice :thumb:
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Picked the bike up at lunchtime today, 3 miles on the clock (prereg DL650 A L7), quick spray of aC50 around the obvious places then 90 miles around the Trough this afternoon. Bit cold so coffee and cake at Slaidburn. Lovely day, lovely bike. Well chuffed. Can't wait to start customising :lala:
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Nice one! The Trough of Bowland is great riding country too.
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Indeed Paul, but don't tell anyone. :icon_wink:
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I am the soul of discretion...
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Finished the last mod to my strom today ( club stickers ) so thought I'd post a few pics, cheers.
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2017 Veek. Just finished modding it, just the sump guard left todo when Posty delivers it.
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I bought it in december ,have put about 200 cold miles on it since but every one a pleasure.
Here are a couple of out and about shots
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My baby is waiting for some good weather, cannot stand the snow she is a 2002 Vstrom dome 20000 miles just had her full winter service new fork seals lowered her down for mor comfort , just need some sun
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Sun :sunny: :sunny: :sunny: you must be joking ,what's that
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My DL1000A last year on the Lofoten Islands.
Great trip!
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What a lovely picture that is. :thumb:
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My "other" ride . . . . .
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Steve T
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Very nice pictures there, lovey scenery. :thumb:
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My V-Stroms little friend:
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My BSA outfit back in 1968. Started life as a 1954 B31 350. I put in a 500 crank, barrel and head and had 16 inch rims laced to the original hubs. An old race seat, a 5 gallon f/glass tank, Flat trials bars and a Watsonian single seat chair. One of my favourite bikes, it took me all over the country for 3 years and only went when marriage forced me onto something with a roof.
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The tank's, um, interesting. Was looking at a very similar solo last week on my round. Parked at the home of a Norton Dominator owner. The Beezer had the same tapered pushrod tower. It was warm, and smelt like a Proper Motorcycle. Oil and Solvol.
Great picture.
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I can smell the rickets and rationing from here.
Thank you Brockett for sharing. :)
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My Bike and a Volcano (Extinct) :lala:
1st run out of the year on Big Bird - luvin those V-Twin vibes :thumb:
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Couple from todays run up north with a pal . . . . on a HUGE lump of a bike (I know it's a lump cos I helped him pick it up when we went and got dirty :grin:)
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Steve T
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Nice pics. :thumb:
Looked like a bonnie day up there.
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Picked her up today. 46 mile trip home, from a dealer 6 miles away!, and love it.
Couple of things spotted on the PDI to be sorted... Most notably a new tank due to a chip.
Big smiles here!
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My 2004 VStrom 650 down at Aldeburgh on the Suffolk coast last week. Run down from Norwich on a Sunday morning (earlyish to enjoy the mainly car free B roads) for a bacon butty, testing my new Road 5 Trail tyres (which went very well :))
I've owned it since April 2005 (it was just under a year old) when it had 1800 miles on and now it has about 44000. Had lots of adventures on it (including going to a European Katana rally on it when my 1100 Katana threw a hissy fit and refused to go!), plus other Euro and UK trips, work in the nice months and general fun at other times. Hoping to get off to the Bikers Classics in Spa on it later this month.
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Recent pic from a trip to Wales.........
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Nice picture of a Silver Frame 2004 there cubeconn. The best model by some distance.
I've had mine from 2004 and it's still the one for me.
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Thanks Martin. I did think about getting the latest 650 this year but realised it didn't really offer much more other than ABS for me, so I bought another 1100 Katana to keep the existing one company instead! I think if I did go for a new one I'd keep this now, as we have had so many adventures together.
I had wondered who has had their VStrom the longest on here, so I guess it looks like you unless there are any really long term 1000 owners with one.
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A quick trip up the A9 to John O’Groats, then back via Fort William, Loch Ness & Loch Lomond.
Lucky to get superb weather, wifee an I did 1290 miles in four days.
The roads around the northern side of Loch Ness, and through Glencoe are truly fab.
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Lovely pics the 2nd one would make a great pic for next years calendar ? :thumb:
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Waiting for the KTM :whistle:
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A few from the showroom. :)
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FUG. The new name's got to be in there somewhere.
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I've decided to call him Darwin.
It seems he proves the theory of evolution of the species. :)
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Hi TLP, pics not showing on my tablet?
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Not showing here either...
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Odd. I had 2 on the phone. One's gone. Nowt on the Chinese tablet. Can't be arsed going indoors to try the pc.
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none on the PC. :shrug:
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So quick it's buggered off...
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He's gone to fill it up. Plus ca change, plus c'est la meme chose. ( no idea where the accents are hidden on this keyboard)
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No pictures here either :icon_no:
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Hurry up or I may be posting my own KTM pics first ;)
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I hope these work
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Mmmm, let me see...
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Not very orange!
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Lovely bike...ride report asap please!
I'm hoping and confident you will be rather impressed with the bike,my mate has one and loves it, as do I my sdr1290.
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Looking good TLP, enjoy :)
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:thumb:. Nice!!
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Very nice :thumb:
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It’s a bloody big mofo. :shock:
Rode one of the early 950? KTM Adventurer things belonging to a pal, a very able piece of kit back then.
I bet that’ll hound a few sportsbike riders with ease, it’d be a great tool up those tight Alpine passes too.
Nice one :thumb:
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I think it looks very nice. Just the job for a nice bimble round at a sedate pace...
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I can totally assure you all that it is a beast of the highest order. Its also a stunner too :thumb:
Quite the relief to get back on my sedate Africa Twin.
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Nice bike that TLP, Not sure I'm looking forward to our ride out :shock:
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You've got the name wrong, TLP. Not Darwin. Netty, Mary or L' Autrichienne will do nicely considering country of birth and the cake connection.
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Nice one. :thumb:
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My F8GS Tilting @ Windmills . . . . . .
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1820/42985572881_c3a958d560_c.jpg)
Steve T
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Nice :thumb:
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All done now ready for touring. :thumb:
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Now that's a good looking bike :thumb:
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Thanks it took a while to get everything on it. :thumb:
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That does look well Steve.
Enjoy. :thumb:
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Looking good Steve :sunny:
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@ DLste -
1. what camera?
2. what's that on the left handlebar?
3 Hugger from?
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Camera? I thought it was a death ray for idiot drivers!
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@ tallpaul lol @Brocket the Camera is a iON Air Pro they do a few of them Pro1 2,3,ect can also go on my helmet nice and light to, the thing on the left hand side is my tom tom Sat Nav holder Wired in and on Ram Ball mounts.
Hugger and belly pan are ermax ones did not like some of the other ones on the market did not seem very good these are fiberglass as well.
Hope this helps. :thumb:
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:ty:
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Here's my 2014 vee thou.
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Here´s mine :sunny:
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Collected our new V Strom on Saturday morning and headed straight to the Yorkshire Dales for a night under the stars ????
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My current bike's :) if my attempt at uploading pics works? :shrug:
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:thumb:
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I understand that wheelie bin has better brakes than the TT-R.
Just sayin' :stirpot:
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Yep on the rear brakes..... the front brake lever is nothing more than ornamental!
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All the front brake does is proved enough braking force to make the forks dive wildly.
The rear brake is... nuthin... nuthin... nuthin... locked :crazy:
The seat is surprisingly comfy as long as you don't sit on the hidden ridge under the foam.
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Here's mine
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I like that colour scheme, though it does remind me of another bike.... :smirk:
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Looking very nice Tlp!
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Fully loaded on tour last month somewhere in France
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Here's my V-Strominoff
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Nice bike even nicer jeep :thumb:
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Hi is it a original willys jeep ?
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:sunny:
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Got my sp370 out, lovely bike.
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Hi Geoff I had a red SP 370 back in the day also had a RM 370 at the same time I agree lovely bikes, I used to buy and sell bikes a bit at that time!! Boy I wish I had kept some of them now :icon_no:
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Hiya mate, the Rm sounds my cup of tea,and the red sp looks lovely, mine, so I'm told was one of three prepared by Suzuki for the Scottish six days, but they decided to go with the pe instead, it has got some bits on it that are not standard that make me think the story might be true.
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A brilliant looking 'bike there young Wurzel. :)
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Dupe of my post in pictures
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However,
Back in the day (40 yrs ago), this was my daily ride.
Mine was scruffy and cost me £50.
This one is 'restored' and is £5500...really!
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that's a lovely bike Chris!
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Bald bloke, bike & a bridge . . . . . .
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1877/42889308560_ca9d72da09_c.jpg)
Steve T
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What is a dupe?
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Duplicate of his profile/avatar pic I'm guessing.
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On the A136 at Frontera del Portalet, Spain,in June 2018.
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New clutch, one tooth up on the front sprocket and my Gin and I were off for a bimble...
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@Fat Rat, according to the internet a Dupe is someone who is married to a Dupess or in the Dupe of Edinburgh's case, A Queen.
I hope this helps.
( I apolgise in advance regarding the apostrophe, they are funny little f*ckers that continue to confuse me)
Nice 'bikes by the way chaps. :thumb:
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Always thought it was someone easily mislead, as in he was duped into painting his beak bright .
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Thanks TL, that makes perfect sense. This 'evolving language is hard 4u4me to keep up with.
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Geoff you have some nice bikes there :thumb:
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Thanks mate,off to burnham for an ice cream now. :lala:
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The Barrel Inn at Bretton Clough,last Wednesday.Its supposed to be the highest pub in Derbyshire.The view up there must be one of the best in the county.
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It is indeed a beautiful view Ian, there is a nice little green lane running behind it as well. :thumb:
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This is a test for Martin, as I am having problems posting a certain picture.
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Good Test. That works :thumb:
What is the filesize of the one that won't load?
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I cannot find the file size on my iPad,so will have a go on the PC later today.Cheers.
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Paid for a rally photo and it arrived in the post a few days ago :lala:
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Another test with reduced file size from my PC. The original file was 6.5MB,this is 342 KB. naturally picture quality has been compromised a little. I had never seen a Moto Guzzi like this before.The owner told not many were built,it was tie up with Montesa(I think that's what he said).
Looks as if it’s the original file size Martin and nothing to do with security as the forum refusal to send note says.Glad that’s cleared that up.
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Great picture Ian no I have never seen one of them before either :text-goodpost:
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I bet you have never seen one of these either,to my knowledge it’s a one off.What do you reckon it is ?
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GL1100GS Adventure???
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Definitely a goldwing engine.
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Yes I agree gold wing engined with BMW trim maybe ?
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Lardy.
Definitely.
Lardy.
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Pelican ?
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Could you get a wide enough angle lens to take a picture from the front?
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as requested
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Is this a Spot the Difference competition?
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I saw it at our local classic car and bike day in August.Had a chat to the owner,he said it it is an old naked Goldwing and he has converted it to this you see now.To be fair it’s not my cup of tea but he has made an absolutely cracking job of it.Spot on detail everywhere with no bodges that I could see.
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Out with the little bikes today for a spot of lunch, a browse, and a bimble.
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Hi Geoff nice pic that :thumb: ( just curious how did you manage to ride both bikes there ?) funny I live so close but never been :icon_no:
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I'm so disorganised mate, we must get out for a ride!
My partner rides the mash, she loves it, while I struggle to keep up on the 40 year old sp370!
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I bet it was a nice day for a ride bloody cold this morning but as George formby said “turned out nice again” I still have my shorts on at work but I soon put my boiler suit on lol yes we must meet up for a ride mate :thumb:
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It was nippy before light this morning for sure, I get out on my mountain bike before the sun comes up most mornings , getting to the stage to wear gloves...
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Had the chance to excercise the two KTM's, 'katy boom' and the boomette, 1290 and 390, going to sell the 390 as it is not getting used enough, might put an add here later.
Every time I sling a leg over the 1290 it just stuns my senses... :bow-blue:
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They all do that sir.....
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lol
Nice bikes Wurzel. :thumb:
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lol
Sure do!
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Lovely day in Derbyshire today.
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Stately relic just out of the picture there Mick.
Oh wait, I can just see Chatsworth...
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You talking about me or Deb? :smirk: I'll tell her you know!! :grin:
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Chatsworth house, what are you insinuating? :)
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:)
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My 2006 DL650.
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@ Andy_J.."My 2006 DL650"
Very nice indeed sir! Cracking colour :thumb:
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Smart red strom! :thumb:
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It does look nice in red. Not sure about the exhaust pipework though. Still, if it adds something to the performance then that is no bad thing.
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2016 Fresh off the trail.
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I was on a ferry last week and while on the upper deck I took this photo. It just shows what a slim waistline my 16 Strom has.........
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Are you only using one pannier?
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Rode it, as one does when the sun shines . . . . . .
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Steve T
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Very nice pictures too. :thumb:
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Cracking pics! Bike looks half decent too :thumb:
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:thumb: Nice!!
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Very nice :thumb:
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Thanks blokes :grin:
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Super photos.... if you haven't got in for the V-Strom calendar then make your own! :thumb:
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Big Bird now tucked up for the winter (awaiting some substantial fettling before it turns a wheel on the road again :shy:).
Took the winter hack out for a short ride up Speyside . . . .
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Tintern yesterday....
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Top of The Snake Pass today......
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Nottingham Sea Cadets, Last week.
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Is that gun aimed at Lincoln Cathedral, I doubt it would it reach Skeggy. :icon_no:
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No it's pointing at the other trip boat company. lol
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Pirate. :)
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How me :whistle:
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Up Ilkley Moor on Sunday
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then on the road from Arncliffe to Settle
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Without a hat on Ilkley Moor, that gives me an idea for a song.....
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lol I was thinking the same.
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That duet might make a Christmas number two.
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How about it Tall? We could do an homage to"(exhaust)Pipes of Peace" from either side of the Pennines. :)
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Took "The Other Bike" out west this morning, seeing as there ain't no snow about just now . . . . .
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Glenfinnan Commando Memorial?
30 years since I've been.
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How about it Tall? We could do an homage to"(exhaust)Pipes of Peace" from either side of the Pennines. :)
OK, but I'm playing the bagpipes...!
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Cracking pictures Steve :thumb:
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ChrisS - Spean Bridge is where the Commando monument is located. Glenfinnan is over the loch, on the road to Mallaig.
Asmith61 - thanks for the kind words
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Some piccies from a sunny Sunday bimble . . . . . .
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Brew time it is then :grin:
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:thumb: very nice!
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Simply stunning Steve I love Scotland :thumb:
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France 2018
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Spanish/French border.
June 2018
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dgr 2018
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Final picture from me from my final ride of 2018 . . .
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Over 10k miles covered on two wheels this year, 4300 on Big Bird and the rest on my faithful F8GS's. Note to self - must get out on the bike more :lala:
Steve T
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Well done that man happy new year to you :clap: :thumb:
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From the ride out yesterday.
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Duck shit not shown. :)
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My pride & joy.
2016 Glee.
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The red is a nice colour. Did you get the bike in Royton by any chance?
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V nice colour, that :thumb: I miss my rim-tape! :bawl:
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Yes, I got it from High Barn Motorcycle's in Chadderton / Royton. Did you see it?
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I recognised the dealer. It's where I bought my Strom and my current bike from.
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I only called in on the way back from Youles Triumph in Manchester, a Tiger I was going to look at had gone when I got there & I was cheesed off.
When I saw it in the showroom I couldn't leave without it.
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Nice looking bike that great colour too :thumb:
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I bought this last weekend. A 2016 R1200GS Triple Black with 614 miles on the clock :icon_no: hopefully I'll be putting a few more on it this year :lala:
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don't tell the rest,but that beemer does look good.
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Its a bit mucky!
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Chain looks a bit dry lol
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Slip-sliding -away . . .
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Slip-sliding-awayyyyyyy
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You're braver than me.
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Or maybe just a bit mental :lala: :happydance:
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:text-bravo:
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:text-bravo: :thumb:
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My Strom in Iceland, June 2018
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Now that is somewhere I want to go (with or without the bike!)
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That looks very purposeful :thumb:
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Some pics of a tour round the North Coast 500 last May, me and a mate hired Glees and a pal came up from Manchester on his ZX6R (guess which of us were most comfy).
Loved it so much I bought my own Wee last month. Off to explore Skye and a bit more of the west coast this April. :grin:
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Excellent pictures!
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Great pics!
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Great Pictures.
Really shows the commercial differences between the exploitation at Lands End and the accessibility of John O'Groats too. It's nicer to be left alone sometimes.
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Great photos. :thumb:
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:thumb: great pics
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Brilliant pictures, the 500 is on my to do list.
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Ready 😁. Orange paint from foliatec, Oxford hotgrips, crash bars and bags from sw motech
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Excellent pictures!
He can make the Calendar this year! :grin:
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Excellent pictures :thumb:
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My ex-Bandit.
Model K7, sold with 90000 kms. Sometimes I miss it....
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Very different machines
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Wow, this VF :bow-blue:
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:icon_drool5: Hmmm...VF750... :thumb:
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Children parked at parents in law "resort", a nice windy day, so, large route by the Basque coast.
Here a pic at a fihermans village, Lekeitio, next to the lighthouse.
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Looking warm-ish there, banditbilbo :thumb: :sunny:
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Great pic :thumb:
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Left my KTM out in the rain and it shrunk!
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TLPower could do with leaving his out then, it would solve his the touching the ground problem :thumb:
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Adjustments are being investigated...
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:grin: :grin:
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lol lol
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Yet another surprise ruined.
They're orange by the way. :lala:
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Is that an E bye gum boot?
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lol lol lol
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I thought they were "e-up lads" boots
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Philistines.
That boot is a significant part of a greater ensemble. My loon pants have "that's" embroidered on the crotch and my tank top has "grand" on the chest. I sometimes accessorise with a silk scarf with "reight" as it's slogan.
I am the talk of the pigeon club. :lala:
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lol lol
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Coo.... lol lol
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So not for the "Bay City Rollers" fan night then
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Somewhere around Holmfirth today.
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some pics of the new to me bike and
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yoyrxizngms5kdq/AAAJs9v53dXcWZUMa0aW1kUSa?dl=0
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Nice bike there tomrxy, cracking pics! :thumb:
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Glencoe yesterday
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Looks like a picture from a catalogue shoot! Also looks like you got fantastic weather too. :thumb:
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Great picture :thumb:
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Great picture.
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Out at Ramsgate harbour today :thumb:
Ten minutes later about ro vespas showed up " southern pirates" - phone had died by that point, still 90 miles round trip for an ice cream lol
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This cb500s looks great :thumb:
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It's my friends, 1998 with 25000 miles. :thumb:
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Got rid of my K6 650 vstrom and purchased this 2012 version. Love it.
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This is my other bike for pootling around on, my beloved T509. 21 years old this year.
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Both nice bikes :thumb:
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Testing new Road 5 tyre set :thumb:
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my pride and joy will be second time of riding my bike tomorrow.
think I am starting to get the hang of this posting.
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Glen Lyon today. Pretty cold and windy.
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Steve T
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Steve, that is a lovely looking bike in that colour, wow!
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Harley out, Triumph in.
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Just after a nice ride out. :thumb:
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Steve T
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nice
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Steve, you're a tease with that transalp, I want one...
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Riding past saturday, Lobos 2019 touring challenge.
700kms in 12 hours riding by very rough mountain roads.
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Big Bird gets her tyres dirty . . . . again :grin:
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Steve T
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Nice to see big bird again Steve :thumb:
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Steve T
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Her in/ outdoors has treated herself to a little runaround, its actually a very nice little ride... :eusa-doh:
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Knockhill Road, by Dunfermline.
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Looks nice geoff :thumb:
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Thank you Alby, the lass loves it, and it fits on the back of the camper.
Surprisingly it rides more like a real bike than a toy,with plenty of room.
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The new vee and the busa it replaced
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Just joined the group and thought I'd share a pic of my new shiny DL1000 sporting its 'JPS' colour scheme. Just looking at it makes me want to go and buy a pack of 20 and light up! Fortunately I gave up years ago! I've yet to see one on the road so hopefully I haven't made a mistake and let nostalgia get the better of me :grin:
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:lala: gold wheels. :thumb:
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OK, the first two are from 2008 when my DL1000 was 8 days old and got taken down to Devon for an outward bound type stag do that was 1 mile down a green lane.
Next ones of the DL are from 2010 and a Europe trip around the Alps.
Next is the XT1200 I replaced the DL with at a gite near Le Mans we stay at for the MotoGP
Last is the soon to be traded in Burgman at the same gite. Hopefully by mid August I can post my new 1000 on here
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@ Dibsey nice looking bike great colour :thumb:
@ vtromjay nice set of pics :thumb:
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Here you go.
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In search of a sunset . . .
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Transalps turn for a run out in the
sun rain :icon_wink:
Linn of Dee-ish
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It is mine, but I now have to wait until my current bike is back and can be PX’ed towards this one
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Very nice! Cracking colour :thumb:
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I concur. That red really suits the bike. :thumb: :auto-dirtbike:
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Here is my new V650. Collected yesterday in pouring rain.... I've fitted a Givi V47 this evening and tank bag. Had a 2007 Versys before this. New bike is so much smoother.
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Nice that! :thumb:
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Mine today.
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Not my bike, but I do get to ride it :lala: Eldest sons latest ride . . .
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Thought I pop a picture up, seeing as the "Beak Appreciation Society" is so strong on this sight :grin:
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Nice Beak! and bike of course :thumb:
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Nice bike :thumb:
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Lovely bike!
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first proper run out on the W12
https://youtu.be/n7S2XJgHt_w
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Ready for tomorrows overnight stopover in Scarborough. Been a long time since I've ridden through the North Yorkshire moors, looking forward to two days away on the bike.
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@Earthcore nice green Laneing video and that Cagiva looks lovely
@ S2Rgar great Tiger you have there enjoy the north York’s moors
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Earthcore, that really is a lovely looking bike.
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cheers wurzel, and asmith,
an italian bloke had owned n cherished it for years
was just a few jobs to do :-)
really can't believe how light it is
did manage to bottom it out on front at one point
so will prob put a slightly heavier grade oil in the forks,
but quite impressed how the rear coped with my fat arse :)
the italian part of the family has been growing lol
been too long wurzel :)
hope alls well
enjoy the weekend
taking the nail to meet a Grand Canyon lol
hope it doesn't start undressing itself again lol lol lol
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Good to see you having fun mate, it has been a while since my last foray out of Essex,work and life trying me up from my innocent pleasures.
My ambition is to get to do another track day,on the KTM this time, I must try harder! :auto-dirtbike:
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A nice day in Scotland. (We don’t get many)
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Nice bike great scenery :thumb:
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We have a forum calendar each year and that picture is a contender :thumb:
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This is me watching the tourists wizzing past on their way to/from Tomintoul/The Lecht :lala:
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Here it is!
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Nice bike :thumb:
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100 miles this late afternoon and early evening
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Nice bike and view :thumb:
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Alp time . . .
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wee run in the Cairngorms.
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This is me during The Ride to Save Lives, 400+ bikes and £11500 raised....
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my bike an oldie but a goodie, I do like a bit of polish
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Your bike is almost mines twin :thumb:
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Took a gentle ride up Glen Affric, now that all the tourists have gone home and the roads are nice and empty . . . . if a little damp :auto-dirtbike:
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Hi Steve great photos again you are so lucky to live where you do :thumb:
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Mine a 2016 650, just riding around Kielder water.
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Don't forget to submit your pictures for consideration for the 2020 Calendar https://www.v-strom.co.uk/smf/index.php?topic=37219.0
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Me and eldest took a spirited ride up to Ullapool today, cos we could :grin:
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My K8 trusty steed;
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Bloody Good looking for a deauville if you ask me :shy:
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Very grown up. :thumb:
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I like Deauville's.
But the doctor gave me some pills and I'm getting better. lol
(Bikes from the days when Honda made stuff that didn't corrode, apart from the water pump housing)
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Finally got bike delivered today, trundle along Strines moor and into Bradfield before the rain returned 🙄
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One never trundles over the Strines. :)
*Always flat out, sometimes more than flat out.*
*Walter Rohrl 1985.
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cough cough like today cough cough :whistle:
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Give over, that was 6/10th's if that... :shrug:
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It was a trundle......only had 35 miles on the clock so a gentle 5000rpm and easy shifting. Managed another 150 today, 600 service Friday👍
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From a little wander to meet some friends today . . .
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Big Bird is under her winter blanket, so this one is doing all the dirty work . . .
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Not mine, but I gave it a whirl this morning . . .
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don't fink I'll part with my F8GS just yet - it and the T7 are too alike to my mind :auto-dirtbike:
Steve T
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Short ride between wintery showers . . .
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My DL650 Love this Bike
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DL1000 at the Tail of the Dragon
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Sure why not
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Latest addition. A little beauty!
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My 07 Vstrom Dl1000GT which is my all year runner and is about to recieve a good few upgrades and my ballistic missile the BMW K1200RS which is now the dry days bike that I scrape the pegs and grin on.
The beemer is my baby, yes yes traiterous dog I know!
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love the yellow on the Beemer :thumb:
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Last picture I took, tail end of the summer last year.
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NC500 Sept 19
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Only done 150 miles so far.
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That is a fine looking bike sir :thumb:
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Here is mine. My very first bike. Still less than 100 miles on her.
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Nice looking bike enjoy take it easy :thumb:
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Bought this on 15 Nov last year, I'd love to tell you how good it is and what a great buy it was but I can't.... because I STILL haven't taken delivery of it yet :bawl:
What with Winter, storage issues and now the bloody v***s, it's still sitting in the dealers showroom.
But I'm a patient man :icon_no: I can wait :icon_no: I know it'll be here soon :old:
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Nice :thumb:
Good things come to those who wait....:icon_wink:
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that's a lovely bike, I've always fancied one of them, good luck with it, hope you can stick the wait!
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Here she is..... I haven't had a chance to get too many miles on her since I've owned her but I love it.. iv3 currently got her stripped down for a good service!
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Same as my old bike. Can't beat a classic Strom.
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Grettings from Australia,
Covid19 restriction allows for rides up to 50km. So we did !
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A few people have asked to see a photo of my Vincent Comet so here she is. An original factory touring model built in 1952. Only a few were made to this spec. The only things that has been changed since this bike left the factory are the air in the tyres, oil and fuel. The other photo is my much modified Black Shadow, this bike has done Route 66, been to Whitehorse in Canada and has done north-south of Australia then a tour of NZ and every country in Europe. The photo is me just setting off for a 7 week trip to Istanbul.
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This is not my bike but an image off the internet. Lovely though, just thought I would share it.
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doing a bit of a digital sort out and found this gem...
Sept 2009, less than a month after passing my test. That bike fell apart if you looked at it too hard... thus begins my pains with Yamaha bikes.
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My bike finally at home after been stuck some 300 miles away due to lockdown. So glad to have it home and be able to go for evening spins around these great lakes!
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A mate and I went for a trip in the rain yesterday to try out our new jacket and trousers. We stopped off at Trevose Head along the north coast of Cornwall.
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1. My Strom
2. My newly acquired 1980 Honda CB 900f
3. My in progress Suzuki GSX 750f
4. My 1070 Triumph TR250 Trophy
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A better pic of my bike now that I'm back to riding every day, got to love the A592 in Cumbria… Such a great road!
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Finally it's here :dance:
Ordered this 7 months ago and today was the day to bring it home. A completely different beast to my V-Strom.... time will tell which is used most :shrug:
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Lovely bike but that has to be the smallest pillion perch ever!
Enjoy! :auto-dirtbike:
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Thanks.... yes you wouldn't want to sit yourself on that for all the tea in China (sorry touchy subject), tiny isn't it :shock:
Luckily the mrs doesn't do bikes :grin:
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Lovely bike enjoy :thumb:
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Here’s mine.
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Last picture, the bikes facing the wrong way :whistle:
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Without panniers currently as I'm fixing the Tutoro oiler to it. Really like it. 1200 miles done from new so far, and enjoyed almost all of them! :grin:
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A mate and I went for a trip in the rain yesterday to try out our new jacket and trousers. We stopped off at Trevose Head along the north coast of Cornwall.
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Did I ride past you at "Nice Baps"?
I was on the yellow 650...
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Here is mine , DL1000 2007 year model
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Nice front end.
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Nice front end 👍
Which bike and why didn't you use a 17inch front wheel ?
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Nice front end ( see the pattern here lol)
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it's from a tiger 1050 , the 19 rim is better for the use I make , I think ....
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Makes a change from all the TDM900s I saw on Crete last year.
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With new PR5's fitted.
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Here she is having a breather half way down Cheddar Gorge.
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My most recent purchase a couple of months ago. Such a pleasure to ride. Loads of grunt.
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My word that looks nice.
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Hi all,
Working in Korea and fancied a runabout
(https://share.icloud.com/photos/0nodVi8MbQ5kdA53BFlMPE5qw#Hanam-si_-_Mangwol-dong)
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This is my VStrom 1000 I've only had it about a month or so, its a 2008 bike with only 7200 miles on when I got it. it was however rather neglected and needed a full service and TLC. I've done over 1000 miles on it and its a great bike to accompany my Triumph Bobber.
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My 2017 V-strom 1000 :thumb:
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My new Vstrom 1000xt.
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Very nice indeed sir :thumb:
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Wow Andy, great to see some photos of your new 1050xt. The Marlboro livery scheme is the nuts. :thumb:
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That's a good looking bike, congrats 🤙
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:text-bravo: Very nice
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My Suzuki...
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Out for a ride last summer and took this picture.
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Wow! It worked. This is the first picture I've managed to send to the site. I am a genius. It only took me an hour too.
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Wow, what's the range on THAT tank?!
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@Dr46, congratulations :thumb:
Our patient banana muncher, Martin came to my aid on several occasions in my quest to add pictures. The technically proficient never seem to grasp the increase in self worth after adding an image.
@Ade8, I see what you did there. :clap:
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@Dr46 I think we all struggled to post pictures at first lol
@Ade8 very good :clap: and yet another change of avatar lol
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Haha, yeah mate I like to change my avatars when I change my underwear 🤪
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lol lol
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1200W Electric Scooter
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:icon_exclaim: Is that ridiculous device legal anywhere except private land with the owner's permission?
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:text-bravo:
WANT one!!!!
Does it come with an optional roof rack?!!
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Having a break before crossing a rather large bridge at Nantes in France last year when the first lockdown was lifted.
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:shock:
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Just buy a car...
Is that a plastic beak stuck to the side of the strom?
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F**k me, I wondered where Thunderbird 4 had gone!!
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:shock:
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So May 2019 I decided, after 20 years of not owning a motorcycle to buy a bike again. A friend of mine had bought a brand new DL1000 at the end of 2018 and I was impressed with it, so I thought "I'll have one of those"
I bought a 2008 K8 and loved it.
By Jan 2021 I had done 7k ish miles and fancied a change. The K8, by then had done 42k and was showing it's age.
My friend had traded the Strom in for a BMW RS1200 and it was in a local dealer at a pretty keen price, so, long story shot, a deal was struck, with a very good trade in on my old K8, I am now the proud owner of "Duck face"
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This is my VStrom 1000 I've only had it about a month or so, its a 2008 bike with only 7200 miles on when I got it. it was however rather neglected and needed a full service and TLC. I've done over 1000 miles on it and its a great bike to accompany my Triumph Bobber.
that's fine red berry have on your head there reddevil what battalion were you in. both my brother and my brother in-law were in 2 para and myself and my younger bother were in 4 para.
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My pride and joy
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My trusty K8;
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50973512487_47a81a30a3_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kEmznz)Suzuki (https://flic.kr/p/2kEmznz) by APM Photography (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
mac
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Picked up this 2007 Honda Silverwing 600 Maxi-Scooter last year to own alongside the V-Strom, it's a pleasure to ride, deceptively quick and so smooooooth.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50908224713_4d6c05bf0f_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2kyzXAi)Silverwing (https://flic.kr/p/2kyzXAi) by APM Photography (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
Really enjoying it lots...!
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Well Dakota (I name all my bikes) out in the sun near Eggborough(https://scontent-lcy1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.6435-9/167436794_3840687479346049_4383811431696158469_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=uZDqw8QqRCUAX8FJLzN&_nc_ht=scontent-lcy1-1.xx&oh=0a69458c2fc44ec66efe22cf16d0d847&oe=60918C16)
That's assuming I am actually posting a picture
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This is Hilda, the predecessor (in VSTROM terms) to Dakota (https://scontent-lcy1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.18169-9/317200_170186856396148_1802082968_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=cdbe9c&_nc_ohc=_Bg__JR0hTkAX_Yoxtx&_nc_ht=scontent-lcy1-1.xx&oh=7f9f056e7ec8b42ddcfc9e02bd8bf004&oe=60905075) a few years ago at Mokau NZ
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Here's Suzy :lala:
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My Beaky :)
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A pic of my new 1050, it’s not the fastest or sexiest bike I’ve ever owned but it’s a lovely thing to ride, looking forward to wracking up some miles this year🙂
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My '19 Wee after half a day on the at times very slippery expert trail at the ABR.
Dropped 5 times due to blocked treads on the self fitted TKC 80's (4x low speed, once at 20-25mph)and only cracked the screen (will glue) and bent an aux light bracket (will bend back).
Be in NO doubt the DL650XT is a LOT more capable than many give it credit for, if the right accessories are bolted on, and it's ridden appropriately.
I LOVE MY WEEBEE!
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Good effort Ade8. You're braver and clearly more skilled than me :thumb:
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Accessories/Mods all fitted by myself include:
Conti TKC 80's
Raised front mudguard with mudguard extender
Barkbuster Storms
Highway pegs
U7 aux lights and handlebar switch
Cosmo skid plate
Cosmo centre stand
Suzuki large side stand footplate extension
R+G neoprene rear shock sleeve
Generic Ebay 43mm neoprene front sleeves
Rad guard
Cosmo peg lowering kit
Ebay off road pegs that bolt to stock peg bases
Ebay Chinese headlight grill guard
Givi polycarbonate headlight guard below grill
2x tool tubes behind pannier rack
Innov power and camera kit
2x extra aux power sockets
Kriega soft bags
Ebay front pre load adjusters
Throttle lock
Paired key locks for boxes to match ignition key
Mirror extenders
Givi phone and Sat Nav holders and bsrs
Cosmo Sat Nav mount bar
Cismo fork brace
Fitted by Suzuki dealer:
Suzuki crash bars
Suzuki touring screen
Suzuki large tank bag
Suzui Aluminium box set and frame
Still to fit:
Quikshifter
Modify standard Suzuki screen for off road use
Still to buy:
Adjustable gear shift lever
After that it's Job done and enjoy the ride.
Will never sell unless desperate.
I Love my WEEBEE 🐝
Even got her around the little London enduro track at the ABR last Saturday, granted with some assistance (picking her heavy Donkey up 6 times) from the brilliant marshals 😄
On to the strip down and rebuild of my Montesa HRC Cota 315r next.
CRF250L or DRZ400 on the shopping list for the next bike/s after that, when I've saved enough pennies again.
A.
🤙🙏🖖💛
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[lol you might not think so when you see the spills footage down the line mate, couple of them are funny as fu..nny stuff
Thank the Gods for a great fitting lid, appropriate boots, neck, back, knee, hand and body protection.
The fastest off, headfirst into the grass verge at 20ish, was just like head butting a firm but soft and supportive Shoei pillow.
🤪🥴
Always wear appropriate kit, every time X
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Good effort Ade8. You're braver and clearly more skilled than me :thumb:
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I collected the The Triumph 765 Street Triple R Low, today and 100 miles later tucked it away with the KTM. Fingers crossed the July weather is better than June's was.
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Both lovely bikes mr Brockett :thumb:
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Got myself a nice Sunday back roads scratcher yesterday. A triumph Street Triple 765 for a bargain price. I love it. Bargain too.
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Andy. Nice looking bike there. Seeing as though you have retired surely it can be used on days other than Sunday? :auto-dirtbike:
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Oh yes mate. I use this on any day now. :auto-dirtbike: :thumb:
Best of all worlds now.
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Or
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Out for another lovely evenings ride across Dartmoor.
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Decent run in nice weather, bit I think it may be time to move the bike on. I'm missing a big 4. Hoping to get another ZzR1100 before they all dissappear!
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Lost in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
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Lost exploring
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A pic of my new 1050, it’s not the fastest or sexiest bike I’ve ever owned but it’s a lovely thing to ride, looking forward to wracking up some miles this year🙂
Great looking bike Doonhamer.
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I just bought this 2018 1000 XA in March with only 8500 kms on it. Coming from a Honda ST1300 has been quite a change but I'm liking it!
I just need to find a top box that will fit between the narrow space between the side cases. Since the tops swing forward, there is only 16 inches of room between them.
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Them panniers do sit high, to high. I think you'll need to use a small top box with them. Givi make 26, 32 and 37litre boxes that I'm sure will fit, the first two anyway. Yes they are the cheaper monolock base but I've used these for years with no trouble and on much faster bikes than a vstrom. I've a 26 litre box on all the time and put the 32 or 47 litre ones on for weekend.
The 26ltre is 14 inch wide, 32 is 16 inch and the 47 is 22inch, hope this helps.
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Thanks Porter. I see a couple you mentioned now. The first one below is a Givi E300 and the other is a GIVI B32NMAL. They say they use a supplied universal rack but not sure. Looks like I may also need a Givi SR1163 Top Box Rack.
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That top picture is the one I use but the older model which is 26ltre, I can fit my Arai helmet in OK but not my Shoei. The middle pictured box would match with your panniers better. They do have a universal fitting plate inside the box which works fine but I bought the nicer looking M5 monolock plate (I don't know why).
While this is a light box which carrys little the Suzuki rack is
cheapo plastic so I'd fit some kind of metal support like the givi, Shad also make one which might be cheaper but you might have to drill holes to fit the universal plate.
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Back out to Dartmoor again tonight.
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Givi Trekker Outback 42l top case
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My two :
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Two Triumphs at Hartstone cafe, which was closed. My 765 Street Triple R and Steve's 1050 sprint. And a view of a bit of the view looking West'ish
Saturday 31st we set off for Donington. only one thunderstom with me sheltering under a motorway bridge only lasted 10 minutes and there was no rain for the rest of the trip. Travelodge at Donnington services was very good and fairly cheap for a two night stay. Sunday 1st August we went to Donington PArk for the classic races. I queued to buy Phil Read's latest book which he was signing but my friend Steve's brother ahead of me in the queue got the last one. Monday we set off for Temple Sowerby near Penrith and stayed in the Kings Arms for three nights. Tuesday we visited the Lakeland Motor Museum just south of Windamere. An RTA caused us to diverted up 'Fell Foot Brow' for a thrilling, (bloody scary) tour of the roads too small for a caravan, but they still try, until we joined the Kirkstone Pass on the 592 for a scenic trip back to Penrith.
Wednesday we went to Hexham via Penrith, Hartside Pass, Alston and Low Gate. Very nice lunch of fish and chips in Tesco at Hexham.
The threatened rain did not fall on Thursday for the 327 mile run home. So apart from one brief downpour the weather was dry for us the whole time. Overly large expensive cars, driven by complete twats, spoil almost all of the roads around 'popular areas'. Best to keep away from the lakes and places that attract wealthy yobbos. With wing mirrors brushing each side of a narrow lane these idiots seemed to think that if they kept 'pressing on' me and my bike would somehow vanish from the road. Once I stood my ground on an steep uphill section and it took ten minutes of us staring each other out before she could put the Automatic Merc in reverse and go back 20 or so feet to a wider part that would allow me through. Even so she was unable to drive back in a stright line and did untold damage to her paintwork as she fishtailed from hedge to hedge.
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My favourite playground is around Alston and Hexham, no bugger up there with stunning scenery and roads. I have used a few unclassifieds up there, now identified as NCNs (national cycle network) they are rather interesting, again nice and empty.
I am so pleased you had a good week, how was the new Triumph?
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Sunday morning blatt bike and not a tourer. I used a magnetic Oxford tank bag and an Oxford 25 litre rollover rucksack for luggage.
Hard seat and revvy engine with no low down torque. A few 1st gear hairpin bends on the climb over Hartside pass. It doesn't wake up until 4000rpm. The tank has about 15 litres of fuel space when the bike is on it's side stand and drinks a litre every 11 miles or so. I ran it on super unleaded as this seemed to 'quieten' the vibes. That averaged out to £1.50 per litre. (£1.68 on the A1) For the 870 mile 5 day trip. You are right about the minor roads up there. I like the time and space to slow down and look at the scenery which cannot be safely done on most main ( green on the map) 'A' roads.
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Beautiful part of the world there, have done the C2C twice on mountain bike but not been back since I returned to the motorised variety. Can imagine the green lanes over Alston quarry and behind Nenthead being a suitable challenge.
My legs also lacked low down torque by the top of Hartside 😬
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Just had to have it :auto-dirtbike:
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God dang, what a beauty! :icon_drool5:
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:thumb:
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:auto-dirtbike: :clap: Very nice!
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My 4th Strom, very pleased with it. Just need time to ride now.
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Getting mine ready for the Highlands trip. A bit of pre-trip packing practice. :thumb:
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Another evening trip to Dartmoor. Can't beat it for a local scenic ride.
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Canal Foot near Ulverston.......
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A lovely evening just outside Culgaith in the Eden valley (5 minutes from home) with the Lake District in the background.
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Lovely looking Strom graingerblaze :thumb:
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My 2020 registered bike,
Ian.
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This is my k2
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Love the colours, not sure about the beak but a very clean look :icon_wink:
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This is my k2
Good looking bike mate 👍
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Near to the top of the Lecht looking towards Bennachie 🌞
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MOT passed today. My dad had one of these when I was a kid, I used to go fishing with him on it with all our stuff. Loved riding it today. Mine's the blue one :lala:
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Great stuff and looking good.
Thanks again for letting me see this bike in the flesh recently. :thumb:
(Memories of me old cd125)
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Yeah, she likes to show off…
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Loving the V-Strom
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On the B871 near to the most remote hotel in the UK, that's the Garvault Hotels' statement. Welcome lack of traffic unlike the NC500 in the area.
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Todays ride to a beautiful camping site with amazing views.
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Yorkshire Dales 16th September
Took a while to get served with fuel...... :smirk:
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Filled the tank and topped up my spirits with a sunny ride to Aldeburgh. Wouldn't normally post it but I thought the picture looked OK.
Original seat is black and yellow, swapped for a dark grey; but didn't stop a large bumble bee checking the bike out for quite some time (made me smile). Good job it didn't try and mate with my "bee-strom" otherwise I'd have had a puncture to contend with. :smirk:
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Enjoyed the last ride of the year, decided to end on a high and winterise here this weekend. Gave the bike a good clean, will now start taking it apart as I have a number of jobs that are required... new tyres, bearings, exhaust, re-powder coat the rear frame, centre stand, change all the fluids... the list goes on! I used to ride all year round but since the pandemic I work mainly at home, so the few days I do commute I just use the car so might as well use the winter months to get the work done (at a leisurely rate) and keep the corrosive salts off.
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Nice bike, worth looking after. Preventative maintenance is the way to go. :thumb:
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My baby...picture not taken by me. I succumbed to having it cleaned after a lengthy post op recovery
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suki ,
Why not introduce yourself the the appropriate thread?
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@Graingerblaze, in a world of so much daft beakiness, it is refreshing to see such a nice example of a proper V-Strom :thumb:
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Thank you Fat Rat, I think they got it right first time so I personally like the looks and like you, I don’t like beaks.
I keep thinking about changing but I can’t bring myself to sell such a sorted bike. I know every inch of it and it’s history, so can’t risk buying a newer version which probably won’t have been cared for as much… my OCD can be quite annoying. Will have to save the pennies and just buy new when I do change, but that won’t be for years!
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I'm with you, I find it hard to trade the devil I know (inside and out) for the devil I don't.
Also, modern bikes don't turn enough of their petrol into burble for my liking :)
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My new to me Tracer 900. What a great bike. The engine is sublime.
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Oooh now that’s nice :thumb:
I know you also have the Triumph but have you still got your Red & white 1050 v- Strom ?
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Good health to enjoy. I keep looking at the tracer as a replacement for my vstrom as well, but I never get round to it. I do like the older model better than the new tracer 9.
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No buddy. :whistle: :grin:
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Hi after a break from biking (due to accident on my Triumph back in September) I’m back to biking with my black V Strom 650 AL2 :)
It’s 62reg with 77000 miles on clock :) Bike is in unbelievable condition
with full dealer service history(two books) one stamp from Suzuki service in Texas US!Some nice upgrades too!
Maybe somebody from this forum? :shrug:
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This is my beast for the next few days, Tiger 900 GT. Delivered last week, I've got a couple of shifts to do the early part of the week, then off to Chester on Wednesday for its first service. Blood Bikes Wales has been very busy the last couple of years as you can imagine supporting the NHS. We are a charity that replies purely on donations. If you don't already support a charity when you shop online maybe you would be kind enough to support us through easyfundraising and use the link to support Blood Bikes Wales. It doesn't cost you anything its the website that give us the donation. As with lots of charities the last couple of years have been very difficult as we have been unable to do our usual face to face fund raising. We deliver breast milk for premature babies, blood samples from Hospital to Hospital and any specialist equipment free of charge. Thanks. Never asked before but we get a donation just for you shopping online.
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Looks like Thunderroad got told to sod off then if you're now on Trumpets.
The old deauvilles used to come in in some states for service, there was one blue NC750x that got mullered at 2 weeks old- I had to list all the replacement bits with the charity's Finance bloke... he was quite shocked at how much damage there was to a 2 week old bike... I had to tell him it doesn't matter about age of the bike, the road will still does the same damage.
A worthwile cause nevertheless.
Pitty they require ROSPA/IAM qualifacations else I'd volunteer.
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Hello Mr Diver, Blood Bikes Wales only require ERS which can be done free of charge in Wales. England requires IAM or ROSPA. Yes the Bikes certainly work hard. Thankyou for your kind words regarding the worthwhile cause.
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My wife is a nurse and many of our friends are medical professionals.
So I'm well versed on the strain the NHS has been under in the last few years (read decades) not just with a pandemic, but with underfunding, cuts to services and fewer people wishing to work in healthcare all taking a toll.
It's great to see individuals taking it upon themselves to donate their time and energy to something like blood bikes and other volunteer services but also sad that these volunteer, charity funded organisation need to exist.
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I have just copied the link if any one is able to help. Thanks.
https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/bloodbikeswales/
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My strom 650
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Another
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Here's my bike.
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Wee ride with some mates still to pass their full test. Took a while after this to get all the bugs off the screen.
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First showing of my new purchase after a wash today. Wanted something I could ride all year round.
Very happy with it (long time SV rider so know this engine well) This came with a list of extras as long as your arm.
Looking good for 13 years old though :)
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My first bike since getting my licence, really excited to start exploring on it.(http://)
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EmbersOfFury.
Nice one :thumb:
But,.... calm down and (if you haven't already done so) head over to introductions and tell us about yourself
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Welcome to the wonderful world of motorcycling! And the even more exclusive world of Ström owners too! Have fun, ride safe ✌
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Had this for 3 weeks now :auto-dirtbike:
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Do you miss the Caponord?
It looks like you have a damp summer.
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I've still got the Caponord, not sure whether to sell it or keep it and restore it. But I do miss the power and the physical 'presence' of the bike on the road...
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A picture of my bike taken on Dartmoor
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Just learned how to post pictures so here is another.
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only had it 9 days!
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Picked it up today... in love already ...
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And the other one ......
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My grandson insisted on parking his bike with mine ..... He’s 4 ...... :)
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And both in the best colour too :thumb:
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Here are my other bikes ❤️
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Never ridden one, but the GT185 was something to aspire to as a kid, a really good looking example. .......... is the Z650 in the photostream yours? Its lovely too
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I really wanted those two bikes as a 16 and 17 year old but ended up with a Honda ss50 and a MZ 125 instead! Still troubles me till this very day!
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Here's my new baby. 2015 650.
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@ coolshirt
Thanks for the nice words and yes the 650 is a new addition, massive up grade for me and still trying to get the hang of it :shock:
@ porter
I had a fizzy when I was 16 and the 185 was another want, took me another 40 odd years to relive my youth, so it’s never too late :grin:
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My current bikes…
2001 SV650s, bought new by the mrs and then I acquired it when I got her a cagiva raptor in 2005.
Just a “few” mods done on it
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And of course the dl
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Addzz - Nice front end on that SV :thumb:
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TL1000s front end complete with 6pot calipers which is way overkill for the sv :grin: billet alloy top yoke with renthal bars
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My L5 DL1K
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New to me 2021 650XT with 307 miles on the clock - been adding things this week to get it to my liking :lala:
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Nice looking bike Markymark. Don't forget to post another picture after you have made it yours. I would go for crash bars first. Not only do they make the bike look more adventurous but they do what they are made for in a stationary drop. Then a top box to put your helmet and gloves in. Smart bike, enjoy. :auto-dirtbike: :thumb:
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Here's my new bike after 2 days of ownership
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Nice mate :thumb:
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Not posted on here for a while. My original 09er has taken me everywhere. 50k on clock, an incredible bike. But am doing 4 weeks in Europe with my daughter so have decided to get a younger brother for the big orange tractor. 21 plate 650 XT with a few bells and whistles on it.
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First time out this year(last Sunday) on my GT with my riding buddy, it’s always a guess game what bike he turns up on, this time a 72 Honda
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What a lovely pair of motorcycles.
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I've just joined the ranks of V-Strom owners. Still running my new 650 XT in. Spring may have finally sprung in Hampshire so went out yesterday to add a few more miles:
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“Tonkie”,do you ever run out of places to go,I have been to Guernsey a few times with work and you can drive all around the island in around an hour.The perimeter road must be way less in mileage than the TT lap.
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Got this Saturday done a couple of hundred miles already, few little jobs to do but nowt major
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Bloody hell, martin will be getting all excited when he sees this. :)
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I hope Martin has an easy wipe computer screen. That silver frame might prove too much for his self control.
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@ Ianmc
When we meet up, we either go left or right and now and again we cut through the middle :grin:
The circumference around the Island is roughly 27 miles, it does get a bit boring at times, that’s why we have a selection of bikes to pick from and with the scenery with have it certainly more than compensates the boredom
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Further to my post above
we went right anti-clockwise and cut through the middle and our selection are as below 😜
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Proving age is only a number, 18 years old and going strong!
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Graingerblaze I always say it beautiful looking classic v- Strom a real credit to you 👍
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Today we went out on the modern bikes, mine being 3 days old and were joined by a new recruit, we went right and cut in at the middle of the island as we all had other commitments, always end up where we started from for a coffee and a chat, welcome Michael to our gang 😀
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The boy's are back in town
The boy's are back in town
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Picked this up earlier today.
I had a fantastic ride home!
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Some shots from a fun ride out today, the old girl (18 years old) can still hold her own :grin:
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Beautiful pictures calendar worthy most definitely 👍
And you already know what I think of your bike mate 👍
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Thanks, nearly at 40k now but still scrubs up well. This weather and that scenery can make any bike look good :)
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Amalfi…..this week.👍
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My 15+ year old Strom.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53312529834_ece1c55938_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pe3DJS)VStrom (https://flic.kr/p/2pe3DJS) by APM Photography (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Cultybraggan Camp, Comrie, Perthshire.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53237879397_05bdbcfb03_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2p7s3Ln)Cultybraggan (https://flic.kr/p/2p7s3Ln) by APM Photography (https://www.flickr.com/photos/95336112@N07/), on Flickr
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Sliabh Bloom Mountains, Co Laois, Ireland,
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I'm well overdue posting a picture, so here goes, 2017 V-Strom 650, 45k miles. Please excuse the state of it, it needs a good scrub to get the old XCP off. Yes, the glove is trying to escape!
Cool Cover thanks to crazyhorse and his generous acquaintance :)