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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #15 on: June 13, 2010, 09:54:06 pm »
Think I am getting old....

Just turned 40, and haven't ridden the Duke in over a year.  But don't have the heart to sell her.

You can't be careful enough M8

Top tips that have kept me safe over the years.

  • Always wear good kit EVERY time you ride.  Heard so many stories of accidents when nipping to the shops with just a helmet.
  • Always go at your own pace - pull over if the red mist gets you (if you can)
  • Always make sure your head light is on - not going to be a problem on such a nice new bike.
  • Rounderbouts nearly always have deisel spills.
  • At a junction always expect the driver to pull out.  Watch the wheels its the first thing on a car you will see move.

Good luck and keep safe
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #16 on: June 13, 2010, 10:10:02 pm »
Thanks for the advice NC35, always appreciated.  :happy2:

I went into a bike shop on friday and asked for top quality kit, came out with a significantly lighter wallet along with Arai chaser, alpinestars RC1 leather jacket, AS A10 trousers, AS SMX plus, AS SP-1 gloves. I think I am have all I need to get going when I pass. The chap in the shop was surprised when I asked for the better stuff, he said new rider usually buy cheaper gear with minimal protection.  :stupid:

Again cheers for the advice, its always good to hear from experienced riders.  :drinking:
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #17 on: June 13, 2010, 10:11:05 pm »
never watched spiderman in my life! that proverb has probably been around in one way or another for thousands of years! haha!
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #18 on: June 13, 2010, 10:22:25 pm »
Should have added a back protector. Alpinestars will probably zip in else Hein Gerick stuff is great quality at a great price.

Finally sorry to ve a bore. IAM training is excellent. Not nerds sat a 30mph everywhere. Obsevation is everything.

Don't want to be a downer. Biking is excellent, going to get back out soon.

Have fun & stay safe  :happy2:
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #19 on: June 13, 2010, 10:26:28 pm »
Yeah I have seen the RC back protector I think I will be getting it. The jacket only has foam in it at the minute.  :happy2:
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #20 on: June 13, 2010, 10:30:41 pm »
Bike Leathers are the best kit, been down the road in my Heine Ger's and hardly a mark on them :happy2: but if you like the denim look get some Draggin Jeans, lined with kevlar had a pair and liked them.
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #21 on: June 14, 2010, 01:51:03 pm »
Quote from: 94Luke on June 13, 2010, 08:11:56 pm
Very very jealous, looks great, I can't wait to get off my moped and on to a proper bike. Tell us how you get on with the modules when you've done 'em  :smiley:
Quote from: JPC on June 13, 2010, 07:29:13 pm
With great power comes great responsibility.

Someone's been watching spiderman  :grin:

Dont be silly, my guess, he has been stuffing his face with fortune cookies.  :innocent: :P

Congrats ollie.  :notworthy:
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Re: Yeppiee
« Reply #22 on: June 14, 2010, 06:58:06 pm »
Quote from: keith on June 13, 2010, 10:30:41 pm
Bike Leathers are the best kit, been down the road in my Heine Ger's and hardly a mark on them :happy2: but if you like the denim look get some Draggin Jeans, lined with kevlar had a pair and liked them.

Yep got this leather jacket but in all black.  :happy2:


Quote from: Top Cat on June 14, 2010, 01:51:03 pm

Congrats ollie.  :notworthy:

Cheers TC  :drinking:
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