dynax Posted October 24, 2019 Author Share Posted October 24, 2019 Went to another dealers and had a look he had a 1982 Yamaha xs400 which i saw online but was rough in the flesh but not a bad price at £1450, fell in love with a ZZR1400 but i would never get it through the garden gate never mind trying to get round the back, there was a quirky honda moped that looked like a mini jetski with wheels Looking at the styling of modern(ish) bikes, if you add luggage to them, the majority would not be suitable for me, they are just too big to get through the front gate, i can just about get Xena through, so for some of these others would have no chance, will still keep on looking though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted October 24, 2019 Share Posted October 24, 2019 The ZZR600 is a beautiful bike and might get through your gate It’s a lot of bike too. It is more powerful than the nc750s I have from the insurance company and a lot more fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 25, 2019 Author Share Posted October 25, 2019 seen a Suzuki Bandit 600 2005 looks very clean £1000 with a lowered seat would that be worth a punt on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted October 25, 2019 Share Posted October 25, 2019 seen a Suzuki Bandit 600 2005 looks very clean £1000 with a lowered seat would that be worth a punt on Does it really matter? You'll only change your mind again in 10 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted October 25, 2019 Share Posted October 25, 2019 seen a Suzuki Bandit 600 2005 looks very clean £1000 with a lowered seat would that be worth a punt on Grab it with both hands , what's not to like ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithers Posted October 25, 2019 Share Posted October 25, 2019 Went to another dealers and had a look he had a 1982 Yamaha xs400 which i saw online but was rough in the flesh but not a bad price at £1450, fell in love with a ZZR1400 but i would never get it through the garden gate never mind trying to get round the back, there was a quirky honda moped that looked like a mini jetski with wheels Looking at the styling of modern(ish) bikes, if you add luggage to them, the majority would not be suitable for me, they are just too big to get through the front gate, i can just about get Xena through, so for some of these others would have no chance, will still keep on looking though Don't let a garden gate dictate what motorcycles you buy. Make a bigger gate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share Posted October 26, 2019 seen a Suzuki Bandit 600 2005 looks very clean £1000 with a lowered seat would that be worth a punt on Does it really matter? You'll only change your mind again in 10 minutes. Absolutely right, i'm after a cheap winter hack to use now, pointless me getting a big bike as i won't be able to use it anyway, so any piece of crap for around £500 will do for over winter, still doing my DAS so no worries there, then i can trade in the hack in the spring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share Posted October 26, 2019 Bought one a Honda CG125 and only £75 to add it to my insurance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofferz Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Bought one a Honda CG125 and only £75 to add it to my insurance Nice! The Sinophobes breathe a sigh of relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share Posted October 26, 2019 Bought one a Honda CG125 and only £75 to add it to my insurance Nice! The Sinophobes breathe a sigh of relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 26, 2019 Author Share Posted October 26, 2019 Bridget's being delivered on Monday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 The Sinophobes breathe a sigh of relief.Next thing you know you'll be saying we don't like cos or tan either when really we're nice as pi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Westerly Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 The Sinophobes breathe a sigh of relief.Next thing you know you'll be saying we don't like cos or tan either when really we're nice as pi. I like a bit of sin myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofferz Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 The Sinophobes breathe a sigh of relief.Next thing you know you'll be saying we don't like cos or tan either when really we're nice as pi. No, totally the Opposite. Eh? Eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 No, totally the Opposite. Eh? Eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieOWheels Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 Bridget's being delivered on Monday So you’re riding Bridget in the colder months and Xena in the warmer months?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 27, 2019 Author Share Posted October 27, 2019 Bridget's being delivered on Monday So you’re riding Bridget in the colder months and Xena in the warmer months?? Not sure yet, looking at the pictures of Bridget, she looks to be in near mint condition and original, so would be a shame to possibly ruin her over the winter, she might end up being a long term keeper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James in Brum Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 You just need to buy a winter bike now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 27, 2019 Author Share Posted October 27, 2019 You just need to buy a winter bike now Have already started looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 yea i will be looking for my winter project shortly something to keep me busy in the man cave with the radio and the heater on and plenty of cups of tea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted October 27, 2019 Share Posted October 27, 2019 just seen it on fleabay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share Posted October 28, 2019 Starting to get butterflies in anticipation of Bridgets arrival, it's worse than going on a blind date at least you can have a drink while you're waiting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share Posted October 28, 2019 Bridget should be home around 5, just finished sorting the shed and making space for her, Both girls will be able to stand side by side now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted October 28, 2019 Author Share Posted October 28, 2019 Bridget's home, did a vin search and she was manufactured in Asia in 2000 and first registered 2002, haven't had much chance to look over her but she starts stops and go's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted October 28, 2019 Share Posted October 28, 2019 i bet you are well chuffed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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