Suzuki V-Strom (VStrom) Owners Club DL250, DL650, DL1000 & DL1050
Market Place => For Sale (Bike related) => V-Strom.co.uk Merchandise => Topic started by: cymarceng on September 10, 2009, 16:24:50
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Hi All, have not had the time to sort out a proper presentation yet but I just wanted to let everyone know that the bespoke stainless steel covers I have designed specifically for all members are now completed! Andy has received the images and I would like to think that following his approval he will post them for all to see. Personally, I think they are fantastic. Anyway, I hope to have further details posted once I have received any guidance from Andy them we can talk membership discount on volume orders.
I am very happy to fit free of charge if you want to have a rideout!
Best regards, I have enjoyed doing them for you and I am looking forward to the visit by a member tomorrow.
Mark at Cymarc.
http://www.cymarc.co.uk (http://www.cymarc.co.uk)
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Come on folks, who is interested in some of this great looking kit?? If we can get enough orders then the price comes down :thumb:
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Is it only for V-stroms? :P
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They are most attractive but there's a lot of restriction for airflow, especially the oil cooler cover. And in summertime when giving the Vee some stick I notice how hot she gets when you drop into a 30 zone and the fan comes in pretty quick, fine on a soft and enjoyable pootle but not when upsetting power rangers. :haha:
The mudguard extender is to me the most essential piece of kit, you can see how effective it is when coming to clean the bike, the oil rad isn't touched therefore protected,
Like I said, they look great but for me personally I want better airflow not restricted even more, but that's just a humble opinion :thumb:
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Need to know how many beer tokens I must exchange for these goodies, and I will need them posted out. Looking forward to huge bulk discounts when all 700 members decide to order all at once! Charlie.
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Yep, thoroughly understand your concern - really do. An even more restricted cover was tried out for 2 weeks during the blazing summer we had (remember?) with no reports of overheating however the bike was not given a good spanking I.e. it was ridden normally. The covers have been tested albeit by a friend of mine who now happens to be a member so I would encourage some communication with him to put to bed any fears over overheating - it is not for me to state his employment but I can say that he will always give a truthful assessment.
If he picks up on this thread I am sure he will comment.
Nonetheless, I still understand any and all concerns and, sincerely, am keen to develop the product to the happiness of all.
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blokes, as Andy has mentioned, qty will dictate price - I could go in at the evilbay price (fair as it is) but with some `getting together` I can reduce the price for you.
Just let me know, ideally via Andy because I feel he is the best person to co ordinate it all.
Regards,
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I feel he is the best person to co ordinate it all.
Don't let my wife hear that
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Great idea. I'm interested in one of each for my 650
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How much? And are they Stainless?
Stu :)))
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They are grade 304 mill finish (then finished by hand) stainless steel. I have no idea if they will fit the 650 - all depends if the rad and cooler are the same. A member (Al) is visiting the factory tomorrow with a 650 and we will see. I am sure he will report to all. as an idea sets like this go for around £60 but I am hoping to bring this down quote a chunk if I can get the numbers up despite them being `bespoke` (the £60 sets are the mass produced jobbies, not the bespoke ones for you blokes).
Hope this helps.
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blokes, while I have your attention you may also be interested in this spacer I have designed - once again it has been tested on a 1000cc Strom and returned an instant improvement on gear changing. It is on evilbay and is item number 110433066289.
Even if you do not wish to purchase any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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hi
this is what we are looking for .get together and save a few quid :grin:
have you been able to see if the kit will fit a 650
trevor
ride safe
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Trevor, no not yet, if you take a gander up a couple of threads you can see what we are doing about it tomorrow morning if that helps?
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Thanks Andy and Mark, I am interested for my DL1000 K5, subject to price, I would love a jolly to sunny scunny, and it would be great to meet up with any of you passing Milton Keynes, or catch you further up the M1 or A1. Keep me informed Andy!
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OK, thanks for your interest - lets see what sort of response we get and I will let Andy know a price and take it from there. Until I am topside of all of this I will run everything past Andy out of politeness and protocol (and because he wants some bling himself!).
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I'd like a radiator cover for my 650, I don't need an oil cooler cover as I have a Podia Skid Plate fitted.
Thanks
Alan
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I'd be up for a ' posted' pair of these for a 650, again according to price but less than £60 seems good.
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I was looking for some of these about 3-4 months ago & struggled to find any for a 650 (they are different to the 1000). Ended up buying off ebay from a German company (think the name was Rotamech or something like that) -otherwise I would have been interested in buying these.
One thing I would mention is that I had problems fitting the rad guard. The top edge of the guard (edge of metal & therefore sharpish) rubbed on the two brake pipes which go over the radiator. These pipes are, I believe, for the ABS so this would not affect any non-ABS bikes. I was not happy to leave it like this so had to take hacksaw & 2lb hammer and do some gentle adjustment to the guard until I was happy that it wouldn't cut through the brake pipe eventually. :shock:
Must say that I like the design these ones better than the ones I've got :GRR: ....... but they're a few months too late for me.
As a last note I haven't noticed any over-heating problems since fitting mine.
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If the price is right, count me in for a set please Andy :thumb:
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Sven, many thanks for your comments especially about overheating. The edges on my covers have all been `hand finished` - bloody expensive to do but results in a lovely `curved` edge. My original CB1300 cover was sharp like yours which is why I remade one for myself and hand finished it resulting in the very nice `quality` feel. If you are ever passing and want me to `finish` your guards off I will do it free of charge so you can see what I mean.
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Count me in for a full set of 650 compatibles and an extra 650 radiator cover - bloody g/f has seen them and wants one.
WD
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OK thanks. I`ll give it to Monday and count up and based on that offer the best price I can.
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Hi, am very interested in a set for my 650GT if oil cooler one clears ABS pipes as per Svens comment, price seems OK,
good work
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Hi, Count me in for a set. As soon as you've sorted out price etc I'll pop up To Scunnie as I'm only an hour away and free most days! :thumb:
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FANTASTIC - keep an eye on developments (I should have a price by next week) and come over when you get a chance.
Regards, Mark.
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As mentioned previously if the price is right I would be interested in both covers for my DL650X. I ride out to Scunthorpe is on the cards ?
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I'd be interested in a set to fit my 650, assuming we get a 650-compatible fitting
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Hi there,
count me in too, might not can make it down to scunthorpe byt definately want a set,
let me know when you have a price. :neen: tex
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Thanks, hopefully the price will be available next week. Regards, Mark.
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I would be interested in a set - am in Northern Ireland so guess ill have to fit them myself :grin:
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I am interested in the rad cover for my 650, only live across the water 20 mins away. :bike:
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hi,if the price is right I'de like a set for my wee650x,and free fitting is a bonus as I'm only 1/2h ish away.
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Interesting to see the local members popping up :grin: Mark may be calling on you :thumb:
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Yep, good to hear from local members - if you are willing to travel to me to help me develop stuff for your bikes I will try to make it worth your while with free bling, coffee and a look round - everyone seems to be impressed to see a quarter of a million pounds worth of german laser technology at full tilt (we do actually use it to do things other than bike parts :grin: ).
By the way, the gear change enhancer looks like it fits the 650 variant!
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Hi All
I am the bloke who has been doing Marks testing for him and just to give it some provinance , I have some Rider qualifications as well as mechanical expertise.
I am an I.A.M trainer,Bike safe trainer,ROSPA (GOLD), Police Advanced class 1 on road and off road, Some city and guilds quals in construction and use as well as prohibition. I have over 20 years of riding experience on a vast array of machines from off road 125 up to Kawasaki 1400. I cover about 20k a year on a bike doing a huge mixture of rural and motorway and sometimes usually once per year somewhere on the continent.
I have tried both sets of the Rad and oil covers covering two weeks of moderate to hard riding during our last heat wave and did not have any issue with overheating. I stuck in town for an hour on one of the days just to try and get it to overheat but once the fan kicked in it was fine. I am not using the covers with the bigger holes but haven't had a problem with either though if you feel there is an issue then go for the larger holes.
Not only do they offer fantastic protection that will never rust but they look great and really make your machine stand out.
I have also tried the spacer after carrying out some research which I will share for the benefit of the forum. 20 Year Suzuki DEALER TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM HOWEVER AS A CHAIN (TYPE DEPENDENT IE STANDARD, O RING) with rigorous maintenance should last between 20-40k and at that time you should also change your sprockets ( sorry if I'm teaching you to suck eggs ). Suzuki class this as FAIR wear and Tear therefore never bothered to try and rectify or fleet recall the machines. I personally had never noticed a problem and as this is the 3rd Suzuki I have owned, I assumed that it was a characteristic.
However once the spacer was fitted you could have knocked me off the bike with a feather,I could not believe the difference, no more clunk ,even when you engage first gear on idle there is barely a sound. All changes much smother. Tried it on Motorway, rural roads and a little bit of off road ( only about 10 miles ) also tried gear changes with and with out clutch still sweet as a nut. This will have the added effect of extending my chain and sprocket life as well as rear Tyre and also make the bike even more economical to run ( albeit negligble ).
Hope this helps
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I'm interested, but can we get some clarification on DL650 compatibility? For everything, rad/oil & gear change bracket. Great review flyinscot, tnks
Cheers, J
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I'm in, I have been looking for a set
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I am interested in the Rad cover if it fits a 650
What I still haven't seen is if the sprocket spacer is needed[ for the 650 as it is a very different engine. Is the misalignment only a DL1000 problem? I can't say my gear change is very clunky.
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They look very good, I'll take a set for my 1000. Posted to N.I. :clap:
ps-Will also take a sprocket spacer.
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I would like a set for my DL1000 plus the spacer thingy. Was the fitting offer for everything? :thumb:
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These look pretty cool, I'm definately interested.
Maybe we could all arrange to meet at scunny sometime soon?
Oh mines a 650, non ABS.
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If the radiator guard is compatible with the 650 and can be shipped to Canada, more expensive I realise, then count me in. If not then no sweat.
Cheers.
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Sounds good to me so I'm in if the price is right and that will be for all 3 :thumb:
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Hi everyone, there is a comprehensive update on everything under a new post if you want to take a look.
Regards,
Mark.
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To all, I will arrange for Sarah (she works for me) to contact you all regarding orders for the covers during the week - you are more than welcome to arrange a day between you all to come up and I will fit all the clobber for free (as long as there are not too many of you!) at my factory.
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Hi all, my Sarah is off poorly at the moment so I have contacted everyone about the covers and other stuff re price etc blah blah blah.
If I have missed someone out then please contact me and I apologise for the oversight - to be fair the response has been quite overwhelming and I have sh*t for brains most of the time anyway :grin:
Should be nearly topside of the 650 variants by the weekend................
1000cc sorted and going well, we are making some more stock today.
Regards,
Mark.
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Hi all, I have put some more parts up for you to look at under a new post `More Stuff from Cymarceng` if you want to take a look.
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Sounds good to me so I'm in if the price is right :shrug:
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Hi there - the prices are already on the forum if you want to take a look - I would put them down again here but I cannot remember - please don't think this is a reflection of a poor businessman who has only been doing this for a couple of weeks - far from it, I have been in business for nearly 20 years but regretfully these parts are not my core business, rather something I am simply proud of hence the `unfocused` view on the commercial side of it all!
Who else would offer free fitting!
If you cannot find the price list give me a call and I will dig it out for you, gladly!
Regards,
Mark.
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Hi there - the prices are already on the forum if you want to take a look - I would put them down again here but I cannot remember - please don't think this is a reflection of a poor businessman who has only been doing this for a couple of weeks - far from it, I have been in business for nearly 20 years but regretfully these parts are not my core business, rather something I am simply proud of hence the `unfocused` view on the commercial side of it all!
Who else would offer free fitting!
If you cannot find the price list give me a call and I will dig it out for you, gladly!
Regards,
Mark.
you don't need to justify anything.you are doing a fantastic job and keep the strom ideas coming.we all appreciate what you are doing
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Sounds good to me so I'm in if the price is right :shrug:
Anyway, here is an update and an answer to most of your questions:
1. The 1000cc rad and oil cooler cover WITH YOUR CLUB LOGO ON THEM (as per the photo on the recent post) are available NOW!
2. The radiator cover is priced at £38.99 + £8 p&p.
3. The oil cooler cover is priced at £15 + £3 p&p
4. Both will cost £52.99 + £9 p&p
5. I anticipate that the 650 variants will cost the same
>>>>>>>>blokes, for bespoke designs at qty`s less than many thousands this is a very good price if you did not already realise<<<<<<<<<
6. And no, I am not doing this for entirely commercial gain!
7. I anticipate that the 650 variant will be designed, prototyped and ready for testing in about 10 working days if I work all night (Andy!).
8. If anyone wishes to test the 650 variants for me and willing to travel to my factory (http://www.cymarc.co.uk (http://www.cymarc.co.uk)) they will get the covers at half price.
9. The next parts will be the chain guard and brake reservoir covers, all in hand finsihed stainless and bearing your club logo
10. And no, at this time I have no idea of the price!
11. The 1000cc gear change enhancer does fit the 650 and at some point `Al` is going to test it to let us know if it does the same on the 650 as it does on the 1000cc (see report below).
12. And yes, I will fit EVERYTHING free at the factory because I like doing it for club members.
13. the gear change enhancer will be £19.99 to club members + £3 p&p
14. All my stuff is sent by tracked and/or special delivery so that I know you blokes will get it.
15. I need a donor bike to design a top box plate extension - if anyone needs one and is willing to travel to my factory they will get it at half price if I can make one.
16. as yet I have no intention to look at sump guards but I may in the future.
17. Any postage outside of mainland Britain will, of course, cost a little more.
18. All cheques must be made payable to Cymarc Engineering - address on website.
Hope this helps, if I have missed anything then please say.
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Dave (Dedy) brought mine down from the factory where he got fully blinged and I have to say I'm very impressed!
Looks fantastic, just got to fit it now :thumb:
Cheers,
Stu
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Dave (Dedy) brought mine down from the factory where he got fully blinged and I have to say I'm very impressed!
Looks fantastic, just got to fit it now :thumb:
Cheers,
Stu
Does that mean you're not coming my way for a look then :shrug: :shrug: :shrug:
Could help you fit them if you want to bring over my way this weekend :thumb:
PS how's the pig flu???? :-x
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Still feeling shite! :GRR: That's two weeks of the best riding weather straight down the shitter :bawl:
Stu (just watched the Moto GP qualifying - how did Stoner do that???)
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Hi geezer, sorry you feel like sh*te - how was the bling? I am chuffed Dave got it to you (thanks for the dosh) and it was somewhat hurried when he visited (I have made a recent post which makes for good reading) so I did not get to gibber as much as I wanted.
I need to know about the fitment and your comments - you have the first production model and I think we can always improve with constructive critisism. To date everyone has been kind enough to near `whack off` over the stuff (to be fair it is good tackle when compared to most of the shite out there) but I would not be such an arse that I would think that everything I do is perfect!
Regards,
Mark.
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I'll drop you a line when I put it on, have offered it up (so to speak) and it seems to be bang on, just got to take screws out and fit it. Dave and I did laugh though - you can't see it when it's on as much as I'd hoped :shy:
The chain guard on Dave's is lush! That'll be next.
Cheers,
Stu
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OK, thanks for that. Ring me if you have any problems.
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Hi blokes, check out the following email sent to Andy. All covers after this date will have had the mods carried out. mega sorry for any inconvenience.
Andy, I had a 650cc in just after I had sent your 650cc cover to you.
I had to carry out two modifications to get the cover to fit as well as the 1000cc puppies. I don’t know if you will have to do it to yours but here is the lowdown…….
Firstly, there is a small black fastening clip which fouls the bottom lip located on the lower edge of the cover – it does not stop the cover being fastened but it’s not right as it pushes the cover out by a couple of mm`s.
To sort this all you have to do is take a file to the edge and gently relieve it around the area where the black plastic clip goes.
Secondly, when looking at the grill from the front of the bike the right hand slot may need extending down by a few mm`s to allow the fastener to pass through into the rad cover – you’ll see what I mean when you get it nearly in position. Once again a little work with a file (or dremel) will sort this.
I will be modifying the drawing to accommodate this for all future covers and I will post this on the forum as I have already sold another 650cc cover and the member might have the same trouble I had earlier this morning.
If, of course, you cannot work a file I`ll send you another one (cover, not a file).
Regards,
Mark Hooton.
Managing Director.
Cymarc Engineering Ltd.
Laser Cutting, Presswork & Sheet Metalwork.
www.cymarc.co.uk (http://www.cymarc.co.uk)
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hmmm....is that laser precision filing? :sarc: :neen: lol
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Ha! No, its not a quarter of a million pounds worth of hot and horny German love tackle screwing up - more like me not allowing for stuff like this and not making the holes/slots big enough!
:GRR:
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Errrr, is that mine that might be wonkey?
Stu
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Stu - I really am not sure. Due to the problems I was getting on aquiring donor bikes I copied the fastener positons off an existing cover which I purchased off ebay from Germany.
This seemed to have worked until I got in a members 650 today and the small black plastic clip was pushing on the lower bend and also one of the holes where not lining up.
It could have easily been an issue with his bike, specifically. I really don't know. Nonetheless the cover was modified to fit as perfectly as the 1000cc version and I alerted club members to this problem.
I have only sold 4 650cc grills so far (I only finalised the design last week). 1 to Andy (went out today but I`ve emailed him to this potential problem), 1 to you, 1 to the member today which I modified and 1 to a member in Canada which I also managed to modify before DHL turned up.
It might not be a problem but if it is I need to let people know, all others made from today incorporate the modifications so it should not be a problem moving on. If you have a problem then contact me, you know I`ll put it right.
Regards,
Mark.
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you really are a top man,not many people would do what you are doing for very little return.
thanks again :clap: :clap: :clap:
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Thanks, that's kind of you. If I ran it as as business I think I`d be bust by now :shock:
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Mark,
Just a word to thank you for the supply and fitting of the radiator and oil covers to my DL650x
yesterday.
It was well worth the round trip from Blackpool.They really look smart and I would cetainly recommend them to all and sundry.
As I had the day of work I returned home via Robins Hood bay and the dales, it maybe my imagination but I think the covers make the bike go faster ???
Keep up the good work because others would not.
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Kind words thankfully received. Ride safely mate and you are always welcome if you are passing. :thumb:
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I'de just like to say a big thankyou to mark for blinging my bike up with the top quality merchandise he's producing at his factory.He's a true gent who it seems is making the v-strom.co.uk products for for no profit !
Any members who's thinking of buying anything of mark I'de say get in there fast before he's swamped with orders.
p.s. if you visit his factory be prepared to make your OWN coffee with powdered milk :sarc:
pps he's got a very good sense of humour
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Just got my rad & oil coolers from Mark today, truly excellent products. I also invested in a rear sprocket spacer at the same time, I've yet to fit it but I'll let you know what I think once it's done.
Thanks Mark. (P.S sell the GS and get a proper bike).
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Thanks mate, to be fair your bike was a fantastic example - well done, I was well impressed with it.
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Fitted my Mk2 Rad cover and it fits well :thumb: I also managed to get the chocolate fixings out of the original Chainguard without the use of Power Tools or Explosives so new shiny Chainguard fitted too (my favourite bit of bling) :grin:
Cheers Mark, top gear.
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Stu - I really am not sure. Due to the problems I was getting on aquiring donor bikes I copied the fastener positons off an existing cover which I purchased off ebay from Germany.
This seemed to have worked until I got in a members 650 today and the small black plastic clip was pushing on the lower bend and also one of the holes where not lining up.
It could have easily been an issue with his bike, specifically. I really don't know. Nonetheless the cover was modified to fit as perfectly as the 1000cc version and I alerted club members to this problem.
I've had a similar issue with my rad cover, although it was nothing my cheap-as5 dremel copy couldn't solve
(http://shunt.hodd.org/strom/strom-cover-1.jpg)
OK I'll not win any awards for my 'straight' lines or the finish, but it slotted in fine-o afterwards :-)
(http://shunt.hodd.org/strom/strom-cover-3.jpg)
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It looks great on your bike but it`s obvious that the one you got was the Mark 1 version as Andy had the same problems so being bereft of a dremel I sent him a replacement.
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It looks great on your bike but it`s obvious that the one you got was the Mark 1 version as Andy had the same problems so being bereft of a dremel I sent him a replacement.
I'll accept a Dremel as a free gift :thumb:
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You are a very funny man.
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Err, which edge is that? Yet to fit mine so it would be good to know.
Stu
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I fitted mine to a wee GT and fitted perfect, no fileing no cutting twas a bit tight mind but made easier to hold in place, the one I got was the ABS rad cover
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Stu, if you have the Mark 2 (I have no idea as I am drunk most of the time) it should fit no problems :thumb: if it`s the Mark 1 it may foul on a tiny bit of plastic so you can either relieve it or come back to me and I`ll sort it for you. I really do think you have got the Mark 2 as I think I only sold a couple of the Mark 1`s before I spotted it and sorted it.
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Err, which edge is that? Yet to fit mine so it would be good to know.
It's the bottom edge - where that little rubber flappy thing is, the far side needed adjusting. It'll be obvious if it'll need doing or not once you slide it into place.
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jonH is right Stu - that's exactly what it`s all about!
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(http://shunt.hodd.org/strom/strom-cover-2.jpg)
you can see the point of contact on this pic where the right-hand clip thing keeping the rubber flappy thing on has had the paint scratched off
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Yep, that's exactly where it is. Damn those Suzuki people and their eyes with their Rubber Flappy Bits :grin:
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Hi all, I am currently working on some stainless frame guards - what I have in mind already gives me a chubby on :grin: so I hope you lot are impressed.
At this time I can tell you they will be made to fit the 1000cc strom, in stainless (of course, anything else is cheap and shitty), hand finished by yours truly and cheaper than any other sh*te on the market.
I intend to anchor them off the rear square section frame bolt anchor and rear brake cylinder (left and right respectively).
I expect it to take another week but I will keep you posted.
After which the next on my list is the screen tilt and turn bracketry!
By the way, I am being `courted` by other marque owners to do their bikes but my loyalty currently remains with you blokes `coz you`ve been the most supportive of my work so far - well done and thanks.
Get horny blokes, won`t be long now.............
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Hi Mark
Just wondered what was happening with the top box bracket.
Is it still in the pipeline - or is it a non-runner?
I'm desperate to get my hands on some shiny stuff but was waiting to order it all in one go.
Sven
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Hi Sven, I simply cannot get hold of a donor 650cc for long enough to develop one. I had my fingers burnt when I tried to develop a rad grill for the 650 in the 3 hours Rob from hull allowed me to keep the bike - what a disaster! Poor Andy got the first off and it didn`t shagging well fit!
My gear should and does simply `slip on` because I have spent what feels like years developing it to do so - I really do not feel comforatable about guessing or rushing or not testing to get it right.
it`s still on my list to do, I just need someone kind enough to let me have their bike for a few days.
I am really sorry but this is the reason! If I can get Rob from Hull to help me out (or any other near members?) then I`d be so chuffed to do a bracket my head will drop off in glee!
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Kids, here it is - the latest Love Bling from my demented mind :crazy: . It`s the frame protectors I have been gassing on about for long enough - obviously the novelty will wear off shortly but I would have posted them sooner but I couldn`t leave myself alone long enough to type anything. Anyway, they are dead sexy, protect the frame (you can see scuff marks on the frame which they will now stop) made from 2mm thick stainless and give me the horn. The RH one also replaces the OE rear brake master cylinder cover. Price wise they are up for £39.99 on fleabay but to members they`ll be a lot cheaper of course - £29.99 sounds about right. I was looking for some for my R1200GS but they are over 100 shagging pounds so you know what I`ll be making next, eh? F*cking rip off and they aren`t even stainless nor hand finished by a loon like me.
Anyway here are some images including one of me new R1200GS which I bought after a) having a ride on me mates Strom 1000 and b) because I could cos I`m loaded :grin:
By the way, Rob from Hull, you pay double :neen: (only joking)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2432/4037578500_1f9b882cd2_o.jpg)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3599/4036828359_148328eb63_o.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2421/4036842471_033fbce868_o.jpg)
By the way, had a geezer come up for a rad cover on his CB1300 (I have got one of those as well) and his bike is on the left of this piccy - you`ll see the same rad cover - this is what I am doing for the Honda boys.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2664/4036828303_d5db0e83d1_o.jpg)
Well, ride safely, take it easy and don't forget that you are always welcome to pop into my factory for a tour (apart from Rob from Hull :grin: )
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What goodies can you supply for a GTR 1400?
:shrug:
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don't know mate - what do you think? The obvious are reservoir covers coz they are easy to do but I can do other more difficult stuff (if I can stay sober long enough) like rad covers etc.
I`ve already necked a bottle and a half of good southern Rhone red so I canot think too straight at the moment (woohoo) but stay in touch - funnily enough kwaks are very close to my heart, more so than Honda - I`ve owned a GPZ1100 (wish I`d kept it), RX1000 (mmmm) and a GPZ600 (f*cking horrible) during my biking days so I would be happy to look into whatever I could do for a GTR.
Regards, Mark.
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Ooooh, Cymarc goodies for a GTR 1400! I'll tell my brother to keep an eye on this thread!
The frame protectors look like the dogs wotsits!!! :thumb:
I can feel my wallet getting lighter already. :shock:
(wait a minute it's just my girlfriend "borrowing" $20).
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Ha - put a lock on the bugger - I do!
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Liking these a lot !! Did you get anywhere with the top box bracket or have I missed that in my stupidity somewhere? :shrug:
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Yeah, I love my babies too.
No, as I explained on a recent post - I need a donor 650 to f*ck around with to get it right. Last time I `guessed` I made a shite fitting part - I am not doing it for this as all the members can buy shite very cheaply from China.
`Rob` kindly came over from Hull to help me design some parts but that wasn`t enough in the end I and don't like to impose on his kindness (despite the fact he`s a tosser :grin: - I hope he reads this).
So, I am abit f*cked really matey - add onto this my day job and I am really stuck to develop this part.
Some kind ember did send me some images which would help a little bit but god knows where they have gone........
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hi all just got all my new shiny bits from Mark at ( CYMARCENG )
Dear Mark
thank for the quickest delivery I see in a long time
you were not kidding I love the way thay look on my bike
so cool "you are the man"
regards peter david germon ( docolon )
I AM NOT KIDDING THIS IS THE BEST KIT I SEEN IN A LONG LONG TIME SO QUICK TO FIT 10 OUT OF 10. MARK
THANK YOU SO MUCH
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Thank you for your kind words matey!
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Just received my shiny new oil cooler and radiator guards from Cymarc engineering.
Excellent bits of gear, strong, not heavy, and they look sweet as a nut.
Quick turnaround too, thank you ever so much Mark, I'm one happy fella.
I'll fit the bling at the weekend and post some pics of my bikey.
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My new Wee Strom radiator looks far too exposed and these covers that are being shown in pics here look the dogs *ollocks, could I get an water and oil radiator cover for my 650?
Also should it be easy to fit for very basic motorcycle handyman (me)!?
Cheers all
Neil
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Yes mate, you can. Take a gander at my Horny Love Tackle (I have to be careful how I say that :shock: ) at www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk)
Add up the stuff you want, take away 10% (forum discount) and then add the postage at the prices stated (can't do nuffink about that).
Then dosh me up on paypal at markhooton@btconnect.com stating PLEASE your order in notes to seller and make sure your address is inputted too! I have had soooo much grief tying things up when poeple forget ### so please remember!
Call if you get stuck and I`ll give you a good slagging :grin: only joking.
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Mark- were you a rapper in a former life?
Take a gander at my Horny Love Tackle ..............
can't do nuffink about that..........Then dosh me up on paypal ........I`ll give you a good slagging
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Ha, no but f*ck off anyway :grin:
Good to hear from you, hope you are OK?
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Ha, no but f*ck off anyway :grin:
Good to hear from you, hope you are OK?
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Sound as a pound thanks Snoop Doggy Dog. Good to see you are still churning out the goodies in sunny Scunny. I thought you might have defected to the BMW clan by now to relieve them of their with wallets stuffed with steadies!
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Pleased to hear it, I do make a few goodies for the beemer geezers but they are not `common` like wot we are!
Chin up and ride safely, there seems to be alot more pot holes about nowadays
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By the way, I recently did some horny love tackle for a crazy Swede and his Strom - MC Swampy was the club name - that was a laugh.
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Excellent bits of kit..I am skint this month now, but next month hopefully will look to place and order and also get a screen.
What a bloody good site this is!
Thanks to all
Neil
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Pleased you are pleased!
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You might want to consdier putting some images on the forum, the members always appreciate shiny stuff.
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Got my Radiator cover from Mark today.. fitted it tonight & it's REALLY impressive kit! VERY, VERY well made & fits like a glove... delighted!!
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Mark is a true professional who has sorted a problem I had out swiftly, professionally and for free. I cannot highly recommend them enough.
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blokes, thanks for your kind words - I am fed up with ### stack them high sell them cheap with no service products so that is why I do what I do.
Its not entirely commercial, what I do, but when I see kind words of appreciation even when it is I who has goofed up it makes what I do much more worth it so THANK YOU very much and ride safely.
Mark.
www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk)
PS If anyone is interested I have FINALLY been able to start the 650cc rack extension and should have something within a couple of weeks tried and tested thanks to a local 650cc owner.
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Mark, can you do me an oil and radiator cover without the V-Strom logo on them for my KLV??.
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Mark, can you do me an oil and radiator cover without the V-Strom logo on them for my KLV??.
TRAITOR lol lol lol lol
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lol, I get enough stick about the V-Strom stickers on it! :neen: :neen:
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yes mate, take a look at my site on www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk) and you should see one for a KLV!
Knock yourself out :grin:
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lol, how did I miss those!! :shrug:
You'll be getting an order soon!!
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OK mate, seriously consider the gear change enhancer - its not bollocks, it actually works!
best regards,
Mark.
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I would Mark but I have already got the original MasterMike spacers, had them since 2006!
Will pm you shortly to arrange a visit! ;-;
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Mate, sorry, I don't do fitting anymore - I simply don't get the time but I am willing to offer as much guidnace as possible. The parts do come with fitting instructions but I`d happily gibber to you over the phone about the fitting - it is quite easy apart from the b*stard oil cooler cover fastener which is made out of lard/blu tack and can be a nightmare to remove. I always replace with a socket button head stainless but I`ll send you one of those anyway.
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No worries mate, can do it myself no problem....I know what you mean about that bloody fastner.... ### ###
Will order after payday!! :thumb:
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Looking forward to seeing the top box bracket!! :)))
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I am very interested in both covers for my 2007 650, do we have a price ?
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Take a look at www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk) and take 10% forum discount off what you fancy - sadly postage remains as stated.
hope this helps,
Mark.
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Received my chain guard, oil and radiator cooler this morning - these parts are of outstanding quality (Mark, maybe you should start making complete bikes? Mind you, they'd probably weigh several tons and need a V8 to run...).
My bike is a 650X and the engine protector is in the way of sliding the radiator cover in as you're supposed to do. I really didn't want to have to unbolt this (given bolts through the frame etec) and eventually found by undoing all the two fairing bolts on each side of the bike gave *just* enough play in the plastic to be able to get the rad protector in place. Might be useful advice for anyone with the same bike considering making this mod.
I can only recommend getting these protective parts. If only all bike parts where made to this standard!
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Thanks for that mate, I am sure the other members will appreciate the words about the engine guards and yes my stuff is overly heavy because of the quality I try to acheive but I see it as a pleasing alternative to much in this world whish is made as cheaply and as thin as possible.
The BBQ, for instance, can take the weight of a 14 1/2 stone man standing on it with no deformation whatsoever. Try doing that with a £39.99 special from B&Q ###
Talking of which, the V strom BBQ I did (by the way, the one in the image was sold the night I put it on the forum and I only make to order.........) is so damn heavy I am now suggesting it is loaded onto the rack, topbox or strapped to the seat as putting it in a pannier with nothing on the other side to balance it could cause some problems!
It`s also a two man lift :grin:
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4123/4789606729_780d3ed5e0_b.jpg)
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a new member to the site, while trawling have re found your posting and am intrested in your radiator guard and also the back box extension bracket, I have moved the shoe back already but only achieved 30 mm which is better but not ideal as your bracket is just the job, can I come over and pick them up, only live at louth, let me know if this will be OK and when conveniant, Thanks Craig
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Hi mate, yes it is a good bit of kit. Yep, you are more than welcome to travel across - you`ll save some P&p anyway!
Most days during the working week are good but let me know with 24/48 hours notice
I am in on saturday by the way, I have some kit to fit to a clients BMW R1200GS so you are welcome this Saturday morning but I won`t have the time to fit for you but it is easy enough anyway.
You can email direct on mark@cymarc.co.uk if you want and my mobile is 07713 789365
regards,
mark.
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Had time to drill out my the stuck screw in my oil cooler. My original cover had rusted, broken and fallen off somewhere. I bought a new oil cooler cover from Mark after buying a radiator cover and chainguard 2nd hand from Andy and liking them. Fitted the oil cooler cover today and it looks the dog's.
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_f96tWDGGMU4/TJU5kcLHc0I/AAAAAAAACSg/Vr5TfTpmwlo/s800/IMG_0031.JPG)
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mate, I am sure you have but if not it`s a good idea to put a blob of copper grease on the fastener as it helps on dis-assembly!
regards,
mark.
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Ordered my Radiator and Oil Cooler covers last Friday and they arrived today.
They are the ones with the Club logo on and are even better than the pictures show. Can't wait to fit them over the weekend along with the engine bars and skid plate. The misses is very jealous of the covers and wishes there was one for her Honda Shadow.
Many thanks for the great service and product, definately worth the money.
Thanks Marc for great service, will be ordering the chain guard as soon as I can get the money together.
Thanks,
Andy
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Good I am pleased mate - I take great pride in my clobber and after sales service as you may have heard. Please feel free to call me on 07713 789365 if you need any help fitting. just be careful of the OEM fasteners, sadly they are made from blue tack on the strom. If you mince any up let me know what they are and I`ll send you some in stainless steel with my compliments. the only one you may struggle with is the one which holds the oil cooler cover on.
Regards,
Mark.
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My Cooler covers
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm4yiyUNI/AAAAAAAAABM/gl2UAiWYPlk/s640/DSCF0217.JPG)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/_0GLJjpoKsGo/TYYm5gCksfI/AAAAAAAAABQ/-E9TyioZUYI/s640/DSCF0219.JPG)
Am very pleased with them
Thanks,
Andy
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Well, that's me with the horn for the rest of the evening :grin:
By the way, they were a pig to get right, I had to scrap a few because its very hard to get the detailing of the logo right.
Nonetheless, it was all worth it as they do look good fitted.
ta for the images mate :grin:
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Well Mark, the hard work has really paid off as they are a brilliant piece of kit and they fitting instructions are really easy to follow.
Will be ordering the chain guard soon but won't be this month as planned as some "nice person" ### broke into the car whilst it was on the drive this weekend and nicked my Sat Nav that I need for work so that's got to be replaced before I an get more bling!!!
Thanks again
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just found your post and am really interested in oil and rad cooler protectors
maybe some other bits too but that's the start
message me with instructions as to price lead time etc
scunthorpes an easy journey for me
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just found your post and am really interested in oil and rad cooler protectors
maybe some other bits too but that's the start
message me with instructions as to price lead time etc
scunthorpes an easy journey for me
You may want to drop Mark a line?
You can email direct on mark@cymarc.co.uk if you want and my mobile is 07713 789365
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Ta fatrat - I`ve already mailed him mate
Regards,
Mark.
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MARKYPOOS!!!!! they came....my little love bundle arrived and I am soooooo happy.. :lala: .on my birthday too!!! I am having a fitting day tommorow so will post pics when I have done...to anyone considering buying these...DO!!! you will be so impressed with the craftmanship....and the lovely manner that mark has....thanks for the little message :haha:
so :ty:
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Always my pleasure babes xxxxxx
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Always my pleasure babes xxxxxx
Get a room :GRR:
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Always my pleasure babes xxxxxx
Get a room :GRR:
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but Hello, she`s a green swampy babe!
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and how could a girl resist marks smooth operator ways....when in the very first response to the order he calls you bloody SHREK!!!!
lol
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I`m a womans man, me.
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all arrived safe n sound mark
start the strip of the engine bars n bash plate next week after stromtrekkers
cheers again
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Hi mate, pleased you arrived back safe and sound - take your time with the gear, the biggest job will be the stripdown as the stuff fits on very well.
be mindful of those blutack fasteners!
best regards, it was good to meet you.
mark.
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hi mark I'm interested in a set of the cooler guards, you don't know where I can get a decent set of engine bars and bash plate from?
cheers Phil
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Sorry mate I don't - the covers are on www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk)
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Hi mark, just looked on the website you gave me. Can you tell me which price is the correct one as there's a 20 quid difference :shrug: to the price on here on page two and to the one on the website cheers Phil
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Sorry forgot to mention I would like both cooler guards
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What an idiot should of read all of the posts didn't see the forum discount sorry mark
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Mate I haven't increased my prices since I started but the cost of stainless has gone mad nonetheless I can off a 5% discount and to combine the postage - I'm on holiday in Spain at the moment but if you ring or email Kath 01724 289999 or kath@cymarc.co.uk - tell her we've spoken and I've offered a five percent discount and to combine the postage - she'll sort it out for you and advise you how to pay
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thanks mate sorry to bother you whilst your away, hope you enjoy your sunny holiday, I'l ring tomorrow get it sorted, thanks again mark and sorry for flappin,
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/66429641@N05/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/66429641@N05/)
I think I have done it...someone let me know if you can't see pics...this is the very handy work of MARKYPOOS!!!!
thank you sunshine :clap:
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Mmmmm I'm kind of finking that the images should be there to see (unless I can't because I'm stupid) but anyway I'm sure they are great my little green lovely xxxxx
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Thanks mark the bits arrived today well math lol
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They look absolutely mint definitely worth their money
Chain guard and fluid covers next
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Hi - I have a 09 650 - interested in a set of covers.
Cheers
Mark.
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Hi mate, go onto www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk) and knock yourself out!
It should all fit your bike but be assured, and based on my reputation which you can confirm on the forum, you won`t be left wanting!
regards,
mark.
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do you have them on the shelf or are they only made too order....
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Made to order mate - this stuff isn`t mass produced.
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Made to order mate - this stuff isn`t mass produced.
Anything for the new wee yet?
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no mate, sorry, I haven`t got one to play with :bawl:
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no mate, sorry, I haven`t got one to play with :bawl:
Shame.
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Tell me about it. I can only fit sooo many bikes in my garage.
Have you got one of the new ones then? What they like?
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Tell me about it. I can only fit sooo many bikes in my garage.
Have you got one of the new ones then? What they like?
Me to, need a bigger garage.
Had a test ride on one at the weekend, impressed with it, bit smoother, better gear change, just as comfortable as the GS two up, and all in the fastest pearl white as well. The dealership are seeing what can be done on deals etc so should know by next weekend what and when :lala:
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Its about time they sorted the gear change - I remedied that on previous models with a simple spacer - if you are interested details on www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk (http://www.cymarcbikeparts.co.uk) in the V strom bit.
Hope you enjoy the new strom!
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Could you tell if the Radiator and the oil cooler covers will fit the 2012 DL650 A2L please, as I am very interested in them, how can I pay for them and are there any still left ?
Regards Paul (hotpot)
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Hotpot,
try emailing mark at Cymarg directly
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Thanks Catbalou, I will Email him today
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bought a topbox extender from Mark, delivery was spot on as was the craftmanship :fix: :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:
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:) gear enhancer and top box extender purchased, nice easy fitting awaiting to test :clap:
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Gear enhancer?
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Changes the spacing on the rear sprocket for a DL1000 to resolve an alignment issue, not something you need to worry about :)
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oh I see - thank you.