General Bike Chat

July 12, 2015

Engine Work in Cork

Engine Work in Cork Have an F800S which ran low on oil and possible did some damage. Looking for recommendations of a mechanic in Cork that would do an inspection and possible rebuild. Source: Engine Work in Cork

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July 12, 2015

Thank fuck I cleaned me bike !

Thank fuck I cleaned me bike ! Went doing a few bits on the bike this weekend. Oiled the throttle cables and cleaned up a bit of gunk off the spring mechanism as it wasn’t returning properly. This then turned into a bit of a clean and polish. Today then I thought I’d finally clean […]

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July 12, 2015

How much would you pay

How much would you pay How much would you pay on this bike? http://www.donedeal.ie/motorbikes-fo…ng-125/9887364 Only one key, no service history, 14k, apart from that it seems to be in absolutely perfect condition, just serviced, no damage at all. Source: How much would you pay

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July 12, 2015

fair play to eugene for tribute to doc john

fair play to eugene for tribute to doc john Eugene Laverty will race in Sunday’s German MotoGP with a special helmet design in memory of Dr John Hinds, who died at last weekend’s Skerries 100 Road Races in Ireland.* Laverty will wear a replica of Dr Hinds’ helmet to pay tribute to his friend.* Dr […]

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July 12, 2015

Batteries

Batteries Anybody ever heard of a nano battery that won’t run dead and gives itself a charge ? Some one in a shop here telling me there a new battery with 2 or 3 year guarantee and tells me they won’t loose there charge in winter ? Source: Batteries

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July 12, 2015

Riding in France

Riding in France http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice…-new-2012.html Latest info regarding Hi-Viz for bikers and carrying breathylisers etc. Source: Riding in France

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July 11, 2015

Tyres tyres tyres – opinions on gixer tyres..

Tyres tyres tyres – opinions on gixer tyres.. As the title suggests, looking for opinions on the most suitable tyres for an old (99) gixer 750. Picked this up last November after a long absence from the bikes. Got shot of the 2nd car & picked it up fairly cheap (for economical reasons). Hated it […]

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July 11, 2015

Which bike for commute incl. motorway

Which bike for commute incl. motorway Hi everyone I am moving and need to switch my bike to something a little more practical for commutes to work. The commute is gonna be roughly an hour one way and include motorway. Now, I am looking for suggestions on what to get. I don’t want to end […]

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