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    Signal11
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 22 Oct 2016

    Just finished washing my ride.

    Having no destination, I’m never lost.

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      gaseousclay
      Joined: 4 Nov 2016

      @Jett129
      @Graeme

      thanks for the feedback. I would definitely take courses before investing in a motorcycle. I think the street cup is nice and is what I'm looking for, but the T100 looks great too.

      WTB:
      IHSH-129 size L (blue)
      IHSH-19

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        Graeme
        啓蒙家
        Joined: 30 Mar 2012

        Ducati have unveiled a bunch of new bikes today, and I'm liking the Scrambler Desert Sled.

        The Superleggera is something else. But at around $80K, it'd better be… :o

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          Giles
          IHUK Crew
          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

          @Graeme:

          Ducati have unveiled a bunch of new bikes today, and I'm liking the Scrambler Desert Sled.

          I recently came to the conclusion that I'm never going to get around to taking my full test, I just have too much else that grabs my attention and time.  But shit, that bike has me asking myself questions….

          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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            Graeme
            啓蒙家
            Joined: 30 Mar 2012

            You'll have to book lessons @Giles! 😉

            I keep on thinking that the Desert Sled, if suitably ruggedised, could be a fun bike to explore Australia on. It's probably a bit too hipster for that sort of thing, but…

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              Giles
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 22 Sept 2009

              @Graeme:

              t's probably a bit too hipster for that sort of thing, but…

              Now you have put me off it…...Phew...

              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                Aetas
                見習いボス
                Joined: 19 Jun 2013

                @Giles:

                @Graeme:

                Ducati have unveiled a bunch of new bikes today, and I'm liking the Scrambler Desert Sled.

                I recently came to the conclusion that I'm never going to get around to taking my full test, I just have too much else that grabs my attention and time.  But shit, that bike has me asking myself questions….

                The Scrambler Desert Sled is the perfect rebound of my ever beloved XT 500!!
                I would sell my silver Vespa from 1985 and my KTM EXC 450 for it.
                But I am sure, that is not enough! A great pity!
                Yes G., this bike has my attention also, without any questions!
                Thanks for posting Greame.

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                  Streetwise Hercules
                  Raw and Unwashed
                  Joined: 15 Jan 2015

                  @Giles:

                  I recently came to the conclusion that I'm never going to get around to taking my full test, I just have too much else that grabs my attention and time.  But shit, that bike has me asking myself questions….

                  You can do a Direct Access in a matter of a few days then ride a motorcycle to some of the other attention grabbers whenever you feel like it. Surely give yourself the ability to go for the odd ride rather than never being able to at all.

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                    Graeme
                    啓蒙家
                    Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                    Yamaha XSR900 Abarth.

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                      Giles
                      IHUK Crew
                      Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                      @Streetwise:

                      You can do a Direct Access in a matter of a few days

                      I know and it would only cost about £600 with the guy I did my "drive a 125" part of the test with.  Simple fact is, I have had the 125 for a year, filled it up with petrol once.  It has under 200 miles on the clock.  It's a great shame as I longed to get back to hairing around the lanes like I did when I was younger, just have a million and one other things that have taken priority.  I guess, if I had to drive/ride to work, that may have done the trick, but I can walk to the office quicker than it takes to put a helmet and gloves on….... Bottom line is - if I REALLY wanted this, it would have happened......

                      "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                        tmg
                        Joined: 10 Sept 2010

                        @Giles It's an itch that you will need to scratch at some point, but this isn't the best time of year to learn, so why not plan it into your schedule for spring?

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                          Graeme
                          啓蒙家
                          Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                          Everyone is building Scramblers this year!

                          This is the new BMW R nineT Urban G/S. I wonder how capable it'll be offroad, or if it's just for visiting the local, artisanal coffee shop. 😛

                          And the Triumph Street Scrambler, which is based on the Street Twin.

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                            Giles
                            IHUK Crew
                            Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                            @tmg:

                            @Giles It's an itch that you will need to scratch at some point, but this isn't the best time of year to learn, so why not plan it into your schedule for spring?

                            I've had the 125 for a year, I've had plenty of opportunity to take it out.  Currently, I am consumed with GT fishing, it is so extreme, I am not sure how many more years I will be able to do it (seriously), so I am getting in as much as I can….This is the ONLY thing that has ever got me into a gym to get fitter.....

                            "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                              louisbosco
                              啓蒙家
                              Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                              @Graeme:

                              Ducati have unveiled a bunch of new bikes today

                              The Superleggera is something else. But at around $80K, it'd better be… :o

                              now this, i like! 😃

                              "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

                              • Harvey Specter
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                                Graeme
                                啓蒙家
                                Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                                @louisbosco:

                                now this, i like! 😃

                                And you'll probably like this too @louisbosco…

                                It's the upcoming BMW HP4 Race, which is the Teutonic take on the Superleggera. Details are scarce, other than it's a limited edition due late next year, but expect it to be very, very quick, and even more expensive.

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                                  louisbosco
                                  啓蒙家
                                  Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                                  damn. @Graeme you're definitely right. the carbon fibre bits are gorgeous. probably track only given the slicks. i recently saw the price for the H2R and couldn't believe how much it costs!!

                                  on a side note, has anyone ordered from FCMOTO.de before? thinking about ordering my helmet from them as it's probably going to be way cheaper than local and probably going to get it earlier as well..

                                  "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

                                  • Harvey Specter
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                                    Graeme
                                    啓蒙家
                                    Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                                    The standard H2 is expensive enough… :o

                                    I've not bought anything from FC-Moto. I think that they're generally good, though people have had problems with them in the past. I've been to their shop in Germany, so they've got a bricks and mortar operation.

                                    Other people to consider are:

                                    • Motostorm (Italy)

                                    • Biker Outfit (Dutch)

                                    • MotoIn (German)

                                    • GetGeared (British)

                                    • Firecrest (British)

                                    • Urban Rider (British)

                                    I don't know if motorcycle helmets attract VAT, which is the European equivalent of GST, but the rate is slightly higher in the Netherlands (21%) and Italy (22%) than it is in Germany (19%). This might save you a few dollars, if shipping is the same, as it should be deducted when you check out.

                                    Note that some dealers will display the VAT free price before you get too hopeful. 😛

                                    I had a chat to Biker Outfit about buying some Rev'it gear. They're very helpful, and shipping was (I think) a bit cheaper than FC-Moto.

                                    Also check prices at the UK dealers. With the recent collapse in the value of the pound, it might be cheaper to shop there than in Germany.

                                    If you get partway through the checkout process at Firecrest, and tUhen don't pay, they'll email you a 10% off voucher. Shipping is a bit more expensive than some of the European outlets, so you need to figure out if the overall cost is better.

                                    Urban Rider have a number of retro lids, so a good place to look if you want something different. (I like the Nexx XG100, but it doesn't fit me.)

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                                      Graeme
                                      啓蒙家
                                      Joined: 30 Mar 2012

                                      Husqvarna are being rebooted as a sister brand to KTM. The first bikes to have been announced are the Svartpilen 401 and Vitpilen 401, which are based on the Duke 390.

                                      However, what caught my eye was the Aero Concept.

                                      Personally I'm hoping that the offer the Aero kit on the upcoming Vitpilen 1301, which will be based on the utterly deranged KTM Super Duke 1290R…

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                                        louisbosco
                                        啓蒙家
                                        Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                                        @Graeme mate, that is extremely helpful! thanks a bunch! i'll check it out. i'm looking to go iron man hjc is-17 model with a iridium visor. the options i have now would be:

                                        1. pay deposit locally, and they'll loan me a helmet till the ironman arrives (roughly late nov/early dec)
                                          2)get in from EC countries and hope the shipping is quick. (which according to some reviews on fcmoto, they're rather slow)

                                        too many options now that WA has opened up to ECE standards for helmets.. which is another problem (more like first world)  😶

                                        "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

                                        • Harvey Specter
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                                          Giles
                                          IHUK Crew
                                          Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                                          Get them to ship to us and we'll ship to you.  We have something to ship to you anyway.  G

                                          "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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