MK5 Golf GTI
General => Random Chat => Topic started by: ollie288 on June 07, 2010, 09:04:48 pm
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Well as some will know, from another thread involving me asking noobie questions about bikes, that I am trying to get my bike licence. I have passed my theory and have my training booked soon and will hopefully *fingers crossed* be passed by the end of the month. I now have a bike! :pomppomp:
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Its 59 reg with 1500 miles on the clock. Has a tailtidy and scorpion can on. Im so exited! :jumpmove:
Also just go this to match.
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And looking for these in a size 46:
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I have been looking for a leather alpinestars jacket with the same green on but cannot find one or gloves! :sad1:
Ollie :happy2:
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Congratulations Ollie!! :pomppomp: :jumping: :pomppomp: :jumping:
You got any pics of the bike you've bought?! You get it from a dealer?!
Try Hein Gerike for the boots, see if they have them. What model are they?!
Fingers crossed the good weather is still here where you've pased our test :happy2:
Matt
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Great starter bike mate! Good choice :happy2:
The Kawasaki oem accessories catalogue has some matching jackets and gloves in iirc, not sure on branding on those tho..
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:congrats: well done but take care out there as my mates selling GSXR 1000cc special edition after watching 2 bickers hit each other head on and over 100mph in the lakes a few weeks ago :sad1: :sad1: he just cant get back on his bike. So please take care :smiley:
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Congratulations Ollie!! :pomppomp: :jumping: :pomppomp: :jumping:
You got any pics of the bike you've bought?! You get it from a dealer?!
Try Hein Gerike for the boots, see if they have them. What model are they?!
Fingers crossed the good weather is still here where you've pased our test :happy2:
Matt
Thanks Matt, for all your advice too! :drinking:
I haven't got any pics yet. I have bought it off a friends dad who has been offered a Honda and offered me his. I think this is better as I know how the bike has been treated etc. Its only just been run in.
I will have a look now. They are Alpinestars S-MX R boots.
I hope so to! :laugh: :happy2:
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Great starter bike mate! Good choice :happy2:
The Kawasaki oem accessories catalogue has some matching jackets and gloves in iirc, not sure on branding on those tho..
Thanks mate :happy2:
Cheers for that I will have a look now! :drinking:
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:congrats: well done but take care out there as my mates selling GSXR 1000cc special edition after watching 2 bickers hit each other head on and over 100mph in the lakes a few weeks ago :sad1: :sad1: he just cant get back on his bike. So please take care :smiley:
Thanks mate. I know it makes you think when you hear things like that. :sad1:
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Thanks Matt, for all your advice too! :drinking:
No bother at all Ollie, thats what forums are all about :happy2:
I've just typed the boots into Google and there seems to be a few places selling them, might struggle to find a size 46 though (just chop your toes off, makes shoe selection a mile easier :jumping:)
Matt
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Thanks Matt, for all your advice too! :drinking:
No bother at all Ollie, thats what forums are all about :happy2:
I've just typed the boots into Google and there seems to be a few places selling them, might struggle to find a size 46 though (just chop your toes off, makes shoe selection a mile easier :jumping:)
Matt
Yeah I have found a 45 for £120 delivered! I am a 45 in normal shoes but I was told I may need a size up. I will try some 45's on tomorrow and hopefully they are a comfortable fit.
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One visit to the alpinestars shop and I came out fully kitted out! :laugh:
Also got my bike now, i love it! :pomppomp:
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One visit to the alpinestars shop and I came out fully kitted out! :laugh:
Also got my bike now, i love it! :pomppomp:
In this weather :laugh:
Glad you're enjoying it mate
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I'll echo the same things about being carefull. I've been closely involved with 3 bike accidents now. One was a year ago today when we lost a brother in law. The other two were friends, one of which Lost a leg a week ago today. Be careful out there ollie. With great power comes great responsibility.
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haha :laugh: its been in the garage all day today because of the weather! :sad1:
It was sunny yesterday and I had a quick ride around my block to see how it feels and I loved it! (I didnt even go over 3k rpm either! :ashamed: :laugh:)
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I'll echo the same things about being carefull. I've been closely involved with 3 bike accidents now. One was a year ago today when we lost a brother in law. The other two were friends, one of which Lost a leg a week ago today. Be careful out there ollie. With great power comes great responsibility.
I know they are very dangerous machines even when ridden carefully. A study in a mag said that 36.6% of crashes were caused because of a car drivers inability to see the biker. :scared:
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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:
With great power comes great responsibility.
Someone's been watching spiderman :grin:
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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:
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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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:
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Congrats ollie. :notworthy:
Cheers TC :drinking: