How many bikers do we have on the fourum
Posted by: Dave eyre on 22 March 2015
Question for the ktm gang is how they feel compared to the japs?
They are great looking bikes but never had chance to ride one.
Always fancied the ktm called ithink the super duke or big duke?
Dayjay,
Always loved the honda 400/4.
The sexy tuned exhausts were ahead of their time
It was a lovely bike, I was very young at the time, didn't have much money and was a bit scared of the larger bike - the 400/4 was nice and low so easier to ride for some who weighed about 7 stone at the time. It was a lovely bike, and like one or two others of my early bikes one that I wish I'd been able to keep because I see them as a bit of a classic today
It was a lovely bike, I was very young at the time, didn't have much money and was a bit scared of the larger bike - the 400/4 was nice and low so easier to ride for some who weighed about 7 stone at the time. It was a lovely bike, and like one or two others of my early bikes one that I wish I'd been able to keep because I see them as a bit of a classic today
Agreed, much better than the 550/4
Not heard anyone yet with itaLian beasts such as the Laverda Jota or the Guzzi le mans.
What about other exotica, anyone been into Bimoto or the like?
2008 MV Agusta Brutale 910S
Previously owned Kawasaki ZX7-R and Yamaha Fazer 600.
This, like the other thread, is tempting me back. I've not had a bike for the last 15 years but do intend to buy one when I retire back down to Devon in a few years. I'll probably go for a '60s Bonneville or similar that I can enjoy riding and maintain myself.
Steve, if u do go back to bikes, just note that biggest category of bike accidents is that of mature riders going back to bikes and not realising the major change in performance.
Not intending to offend you ( or anyone) , but would hate to see a fellow Naimite in trouble !
Thanks for your concern Cbr but as I said I am considering a '60s Bonnie I don't think I'll find any change in performance from when I last rode one. I always rode with care and haven't had any convictions reserving more risky speeds for off road. I would be more concerned for those admitting all their speed tickets.
The ZX9R was the first BIG bike I rode after 600's , lovely road bike and just about perfect power .
My wife and I loved mine. It actually felt planted two up and gave lots of confidence. I had a new exhaust fitted and the supplier cocked it up, to shut me up they lent me an R1 to attend a biking friend's funeral on and I fell for it and sold the ninja which was probably a mistake
2008 MV Agusta Brutale 910S
Previously owned Kawasaki ZX7-R and Yamaha Fazer 600.
I have two friends who had the Mille, lovely bikes, I liked the Zx7 too
This, like the other thread, is tempting me back. I've not had a bike for the last 15 years but do intend to buy one when I retire back down to Devon in a few years. I'll probably go for a '60s Bonneville or similar that I can enjoy riding and maintain myself.
Steve, if u do go back to bikes, just note that biggest category of bike accidents is that of mature riders going back to bikes and not realising the major change in performance.
Not intending to offend you ( or anyone) , but would hate to see a fellow Naimite in trouble !
Thanks for your concern Cbr but as I said I am considering a '60s Bonnie I don't think I'll find any change in performance from when I last rode one. I always rode with care and haven't had any convictions reserving more risky speeds for off road. I would be more concerned for those admitting all their speed tickets.
Fair point steve
ATB
2008 MV Agusta Brutale 910S
Previously owned Kawasaki ZX7-R and Yamaha Fazer 600.
Serious stuff then. Nice machines
The spec on it is amazing ABS , radial brakes upside down forks by WP and rear shock by them
Cracking bike
Yep the zx7 was a cracking bike bit ugly but a brill ride
This is a picture taken during my last Harley rebuild in the late '90s, a '76 FXE. Behind is the bike I restored beforehand, a 1980 Sturgis. My daughter still has a small scar on the inside of her leg from when she burnt it on the exhaust. 
This is a picture taken during my last Harley rebuild in the late '90s, a '76 FXE. Behind is the bike I restored beforehand, a 1980 Sturgis. My daughter still has a small scar on the inside of her leg from when she burnt it on the exhaust.
Steve, never really known much about Harley's. Is that whats known as a soft tail model with that seat type?
I also thought Harleys were normally belt drive but see a rear chain cog?
Only bike i have seen in the flesh was a V Rod, but thats a Different animal.
Looks like a nice beast all the same?
BTW whats a Sturgis?
Cool bike. I like some of the recent Harley street bikes, not sure if I could live with one as my main bike though but they look wonderful, proper bikes. After a lot of pondering and a fair few beers, on a recommendation from a drunken friend, we named my youngest son Harley - my name is David which I guess makes him Harley, David's son
But so is alot things ��
Cbr,
It's standard rear fork suspension and chain driven. In fact the first belt driven model was the bike behind, the Sturgis and the belt drive became standard thereafter. These bikes had the Shovelhead engine. A good engine to work on but prone to nuts working loose. After a weekend of riding I would have to go around the bike with a torque wrench.
Question for the ktm gang is how they feel compared to the japs?
They are great looking bikes but never had chance to ride one.
Always fancied the ktm called ithink the super duke or big duke?
The KTM's are fantastic and very high spec (WP / Brembo etc ) off the shelf . I bought a 950 Supermoto after my Fireblade was stolen and quickly came to love it . It wasn't without its niggles though and as it was carbs (+ battery drain) it could be a bugger to start . It let me down quite a few times in the morning and i'd be running for the charger to get going . As soon as it was running though it was amazing . The handling and brakes were superb but the engine's power punch and noise was just awesome. The 1190 has kept the good bits and ironed out the niggles so I'm very pleased so far . For me these days the V twin is the perfect road bike engine .
Question for the ktm gang is how they feel compared to the japs?
They are great looking bikes but never had chance to ride one.
Always fancied the ktm called ithink the super duke or big duke?
The KTM's are fantastic and very high spec (WP / Brembo etc ) off the shelf . I bought a 950 Supermoto after my Fireblade was stolen and quickly came to love it . It wasn't without its niggles though and as it was carbs (+ battery drain) it could be a bugger to start . It let me down quite a few times in the morning and i'd be running for the charger to get going . As soon as it was running though it was amazing . The handling and brakes were superb but the engine's power punch and noise was just awesome. The 1190 has kept the good bits and ironed out the niggles so I'm very pleased so far . For me these days the V twin is the perfect road bike engine .
Thats the kind of write up its nice to read. Reminiscent of old british bikes with their real character
Question for the ktm gang is how they feel compared to the japs?
They are great looking bikes but never had chance to ride one.
Always fancied the ktm called ithink the super duke or big duke?
The KTM's are fantastic and very high spec (WP / Brembo etc ) off the shelf . I bought a 950 Supermoto after my Fireblade was stolen and quickly came to love it . It wasn't without its niggles though and as it was carbs (+ battery drain) it could be a bugger to start . It let me down quite a few times in the morning and i'd be running for the charger to get going . As soon as it was running though it was amazing . The handling and brakes were superb but the engine's power punch and noise was just awesome. The 1190 has kept the good bits and ironed out the niggles so I'm very pleased so far . For me these days the V twin is the perfect road bike engine .
Thats the kind of write up its nice to read. Reminiscent of old british bikes with their real character
'Character' - Yes that is the descriptive I should have used , the 950 had bucket loads . At one point when it was at its most temperamental I tested quite a few bikes to replace it with but as soon as I got back on it I would think 'Yep , this is what I want ' . I only changed it as it was getting slightly long in the tooth and I found a deal not to be missed . The 1190 isn't quite as 'characterful ' but close and much much more refined with all sorts of goodies . The engine though is an absolute peach and how did I live without heated grips?
This is a picture taken during my last Harley rebuild in the late '90s, a '76 FXE. Behind is the bike I restored beforehand, a 1980 Sturgis. My daughter still has a small scar on the inside of her leg from when she burnt it on the exhaust.
Gorgeous bike Steve , hope you find a nice Bonnie .
Question for the ktm gang is how they feel compared to the japs?
They are great looking bikes but never had chance to ride one.
Always fancied the ktm called ithink the super duke or big duke?
The KTM's are fantastic and very high spec (WP / Brembo etc ) off the shelf . I bought a 950 Supermoto after my Fireblade was stolen and quickly came to love it . It wasn't without its niggles though and as it was carbs (+ battery drain) it could be a bugger to start . It let me down quite a few times in the morning and i'd be running for the charger to get going . As soon as it was running though it was amazing . The handling and brakes were superb but the engine's power punch and noise was just awesome. The 1190 has kept the good bits and ironed out the niggles so I'm very pleased so far . For me these days the V twin is the perfect road bike engine .
Thats the kind of write up its nice to read. Reminiscent of old british bikes with their real character
'Character' - Yes that is the descriptive I should have used , the 950 had bucket loads . At one point when it was at its most temperamental I tested quite a few bikes to replace it with but as soon as I got back on it I would think 'Yep , this is what I want ' . I only changed it as it was getting slightly long in the tooth and I found a deal not to be missed . The 1190 isn't quite as 'characterful ' but close and much much more refined with all sorts of goodies . The engine though is an absolute peach and how did I live without heated grips?
Yep, heated gops on the beemer, great for draining the battery
Here is my KTM 1190 .
Untitled by [url=https://www.flickr.com/people/129476500@N07/]david.lerouge[/url], on Flickr
my Ducati Multistrada in a random belgian village on a sunny day...
It's a real monster, you can ride it to the south of France in one haul.
Commuting in Brussels however is a different thing. Because my toes can barely touch the ground, I tend to drop it a lot... 
and with the Termignoni exhaust, it makes the sweetest sound 