[oldpink]

some of you may have noticed I've been quiet on the forums recently
heres why

as I said I've always had bikes but for a few years I have been bikeless and due to new rules I had to resit my bike test
but in good timing as my son is also doing his test, in the UK this means 4 tests to pass
I just have the road part to do so not worried
but for the past couple of weeks I have had a CBF 125 honda and a 400 Baby blade to play on while I have been going through the motions of renewing my license

well a couple of days ago I seen a bike I could not resist and was top of my want list
so I sold my sole to the devil (bank manager) and bought it

its a 2009 CBR 600 RR Ltd edition with all the trick parts inc a titanium & carbon fibre Arrow sport exhaust and a lot of other custom parts

all I can say is its really quick but very smooth in the power delivery
when the second injectors kick in at 7000 rpm it really comes alive and takes off like a scalded cat pawing the air with its front wheel

[oldpink]

father & son bikes LOL (he has a restriction due to his age so the 400 blade is just on his limit)

Let me reiterate, as far as road tires and the incredible feel of the Michelin pilot Powers are THE pheno of tires you need on. OP, once you either hit up and MotoGp race over there or just have a day to be able to track ride, don't miss it. You will learn so much about that bike so fast, it'll be an addictive things dragging boots elbows, and knees 100-168mph I think you'd discover a whole new life. Just being able to watch a race at Laguna, Ca. Or the isle of man, race? Unfuckingreal.....shine on OP

[Tynehead Tom]

my first bike was a vintage (even then) vespa scooter back in the early 80's. We had out little mod squad of a dozen or so vespas, was fun.
then a 650 Ninja was just a gas in my early 20's , then a GSXR 750 for a while.
Then it was nuthin but triumphs and Harleys LOL and now the new Indian.
can't wait to make a trip down to the coast an laugh at my little brother on his gay ass Harley street LOLZ

[Brother Nature]

Ohh, think I may have found me second home here on IC .

Here's a few photos of my new(ish) baby. A 2009 750 Aprilia Shiver. Silly name, but that really doesn't matter once you're riding. Front wheel up all the way to 3rd. And being Italian designed, it's actually been surprisingly reliable.

The black one in the back was an awesome little Suzuki 250 I was unfortunately forcibly removed from (as well as a good portion of my tibia). But hey, rebuild and move on is a good motto I think.

Also, Tom, that Scout is on the list of my dream bikes at the moment. Love that thing. Such a beautiful piece of machinery. Hope it rides as good as it looks.

Originally Posted by Tynehead Tom

my first bike was a vintage (even then) vespa scooter back in the early 80's. We had out little mod squad of a dozen or so vespas, was fun.
then a 650 Ninja was just a gas in my early 20's , then a GSXR 750 for a while.
Then it was nuthin but triumphs and Harleys LOL and now the new Indian.
can't wait to make a trip down to the coast an laugh at my little brother on his gay ass Harley street LOLZ

What, a Canadian boy who didn't grow up riding, at one time or another, a Honda 750 four, or Kawi 900? Maybe a little before your time. In high school in the 70's, everyone had one. Couldn't afford a Harley back then, too busy chasing girls, drinking beer ( in the stubby bottles). LOL.

Here' what my kids grew up riding since they were 5 years old, or so ( That was 20 years ago). Still have it. Saving it for the grandson now. He's only 1 so going to have to wait a bit.

[Tynehead Tom]

my parents wouldn't let us kids near motorcycles. it was so bad that we would have to watch our cousins ride their dirt bikes at the farm and we weren't allowed.
Their stupid ass fear of motorcycles (or just my dads controlling ass in general) meant that when I bought that vespa in grade 10, I had to park it at my friend's place 3 blocks away and never let my folks see me riding it hahaha.
My first real bike was at 19, I bought it off my cousin and the first thing I did was go visit my folks for sunday lunch
I'm not a hardcore bike guy, it hurts me to ride, can barely walk when I'm done LOL but I do enjoy it. There is no better way to travel down the road for an adventure that's for sure, especially with some brothers in yer wings.


I've also got a 2012 Yamaha grizzly 550 , awesome fun workhorse of a machine.

[noyd666]

wow just found the thread,bikes !had a few just bought my last bike to ride into heaven , well maybe a harly to go. 1100 cruiser at mo.

Here's my old friend, had it for many years. Collected parts over the years, built and painted( a few times in my garage). We've been through a lot together. Been rear ended once, then rebuilt. Then broadsided a Moose a number of years ago, which severely fucked me up. Bought it back as scrap, and built it again.
Late 80's soft tail, punched out motor, 4 speed. Have a Corbin seat, and backrest, I can quickly clip on to take the old lady out, but usually like flying solo. Nothing like the freedom of riding!