General Bike Whoring
04-28-2015, 12:40 AM
#4821
Ultra - if you were closer - I would! I am almost at the end of the road of bikes I think, 2nd baby on the way and hanging on to the 675R for dear life - put it up for sale, but am REALLY not wanting to get rid! Dilemma.
04-28-2015, 03:26 AM
#4822
04-28-2015, 04:07 AM
#4825
Good choice of L bike Jamie 
04-28-2015, 09:00 AM
#4827
Registered User
I finally did my CBT earlier this month, and I got my first bike last week. I've not been able to get out as much as I'd like, but I'm starting to get the basics. My gears changes are still a little rough 
and the least said about my hill starts the better.
It is so strange being a learner again, but I am enjoying myself. And just need to build up my confidence. I have even more respect for those that ride.
My girlfriend is against me riding a bike, but I think she's started to accept it now. If anyone is reading this and thinking about learning to ride, go do your CBT and see how you get on, my only regret was not doing it sooner.
and the least said about my hill starts the better.It is so strange being a learner again, but I am enjoying myself. And just need to build up my confidence. I have even more respect for those that ride.
My girlfriend is against me riding a bike, but I think she's started to accept it now. If anyone is reading this and thinking about learning to ride, go do your CBT and see how you get on, my only regret was not doing it sooner.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq7BeUlCQu0
Managed to find a willing participant
He too has a Daytona 675.You'll learn to like it.
04-30-2015, 02:28 AM
#4828
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It's a great little bike. I don't fit that well as I'm over 6ft, but I enjoy riding it which is the main thing.
One of my favourite rides was doing my CBT. I was on a piece of sh1t thing that didn't work, but it was the best bike in the world ever! Get your direct access booked!!
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I did the CBT on an aging Honda CG125. It was "well used", and I couldn't see a thing in the mirrors as they rattled around, but it was a fantastic first ride.
Not sure when I'll do my direct access, but I do know that I will get it done. The force is strong with those 600's on Autotrader
Originally Posted by j8mie' timestamp='1430208769' post='23593778
I finally did my CBT earlier this month, and I got my first bike last week. I've not been able to get out as much as I'd like, but I'm starting to get the basics. My gears changes are still a little rough and the least said about my hill starts the better.
It is so strange being a learner again, but I am enjoying myself. And just need to build up my confidence. I have even more respect for those that ride.
My girlfriend is against me riding a bike, but I think she's started to accept it now. If anyone is reading this and thinking about learning to ride, go do your CBT and see how you get on, my only regret was not doing it sooner.
and the least said about my hill starts the better.It is so strange being a learner again, but I am enjoying myself. And just need to build up my confidence. I have even more respect for those that ride.
My girlfriend is against me riding a bike, but I think she's started to accept it now. If anyone is reading this and thinking about learning to ride, go do your CBT and see how you get on, my only regret was not doing it sooner.
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Not sure when I'll do my direct access, but I do know that I will get it done. The force is strong with those 600's on Autotrader
04-30-2015, 03:03 AM
#4829
You'll be surprised just how much *poke* anything with more power than your 125 has - my 20 year old CB500 has about 55bhp and it's faster than the S2000 
That is the primary reason the S2000 pretty much hasn't left the garage in the last 2 months.
Things i'd change on the YBR is longer / taller mirrors as looking at your elbows gets tiring after a while. Keep the chain well cleaned and lubed ( NO chain wax) and watch out for the standard tyres in the wet - they're pants.
That is the primary reason the S2000 pretty much hasn't left the garage in the last 2 months.Things i'd change on the YBR is longer / taller mirrors as looking at your elbows gets tiring after a while. Keep the chain well cleaned and lubed ( NO chain wax) and watch out for the standard tyres in the wet - they're pants.
05-01-2015, 09:38 AM
#4830
Registered User
I did the CBT on an aging Honda CG125. It was "well used", and I couldn't see a thing in the mirrors as they rattled around, but it was a fantastic first ride.
Not sure when I'll do my direct access, but I do know that I will get it done. The force is strong with those 600's on Autotrader
Not sure when I'll do my direct access, but I do know that I will get it done. The force is strong with those 600's on Autotrader
Reason being is that they are aggressive and don't take kindly to novice mistakes. SV650, CBR600F, CB600F, Street Triple all represent better options.