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Adventure Bike Rider - Forum Kunena Site Syndication http://www.adventurebikerider.com/ Wed, 22 May 2013 04:39:10 +0000 Kunena 1.6 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/components/com_kunena/template/default/images/icons/rss.png Adventure Bike Rider - Forum http://www.adventurebikerider.com/ en-gb Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: bull http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232468 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232468 Welcome Newbie Wed, 22 May 2013 00:16:12 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: bull http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232467 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232467 Welcome Newbie Wed, 22 May 2013 00:13:58 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: Road2Manchester http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232444 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232444
Welcome to the fray.

]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:32:52 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: picos mestizo http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232443 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232443 Joss wrote:

Hello I'm Joss from the fens of Lincolnshire , I like green lanes , dirt bikes and camping , will i fit in ?

Welcome Joss.
There's a good chance you will as you've got all the right credentials.
Most on here like that sort of stuff, & most do it which is more important.
Join the harmless banter & come on the adventures. Brian.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:32:20 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: Jim Lovell http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232442 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232442 ]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:32:03 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: LargeWayRound http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232441 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232441 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:30:00 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: dubber68 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232438 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232438 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:27:34 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello , I'm new here - by: Treadtrader http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232437 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232437 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:26:21 +0000 Subject: Hello , I'm new here - by: Joss http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232428 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232428-hello--im-new-here.html#232428 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:19:02 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Treadtrader http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232427 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232427 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:11:09 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Teej http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232426 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232426 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 21:06:31 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Paul http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232411 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232411 ]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 20:43:09 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Fried Egg Sandwich http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232386 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232386 ]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 20:11:19 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Heff http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232378 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232378 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 20:00:28 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Flintlock http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232375 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232375 Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 19:59:17 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232365 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232365 ]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 19:50:05 +0000 Subject: Re: I ain't from round ear. - by: Orsoncarts http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232362 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232362 Steve]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 19:48:46 +0000 Subject: I ain't from round ear. - by: Walt http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232358 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/232358-i-aint-from-round-ear.html#232358 Heard about this site from a right 'member',you know who you are.any way he said you said I said that everyone into road tripping was on here so that's why I'm here.cheers.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 21 May 2013 19:44:56 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Runner http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231582 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231582 Welcome Newbie Sun, 19 May 2013 01:05:43 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: dubber68 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231578 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231578 Welcome Newbie Sat, 18 May 2013 23:29:29 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Gary117 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231512 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231512
Welcome to ABR.]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 18 May 2013 18:33:26 +0000 Subject: Bmw f800gs Touratech desierto f fairing - by: Physiox7 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231383-bmw-f800gs-touratech-desierto-f-fairing.html#231383 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231383-bmw-f800gs-touratech-desierto-f-fairing.html#231383 Has any one fitted a Touratech desierto f fairing on there f800gs
There very expensive at £580. it looks well made and Enhances The bikes the appearance
But does it Deflect the wind ?.i am 6.1 so the standard screen is a bit
Small.any feed back welcome.
Regards paul]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 18 May 2013 07:05:05 +0000 Subject: For Sale bmw f800 gs panniers and framework - by: waynes world http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231237-for-sale-bmw-f800-gs-panniers-and-framework.html#231237 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231237-for-sale-bmw-f800-gs-panniers-and-framework.html#231237 Welcome Newbie Fri, 17 May 2013 15:49:23 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: digitalcaptive http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231153 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231153 Muddy pockets wrote:

At least here it's all talk about riding and less about fixing things.

Ahh you've obviously been frequenting Italian brand bike forums

]]> Welcome Newbie Fri, 17 May 2013 06:21:36 +0000 Subject: Hello my name is - by: Muddy pockets http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231142 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231142 Welcome Newbie Fri, 17 May 2013 00:05:08 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: moto al http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231115 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231115 Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 21:29:11 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Morph http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231108 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231108

]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 21:16:08 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Heff http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231077 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231077 Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 20:40:11 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: bull http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231072 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231072 Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 20:35:02 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: davsato http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231067 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231067 ]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 20:25:12 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Rederic http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231052 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231052
If you have a bit of time on your hand's you could try the search button and tyre's

it also help's a bit if you say the type of bike, and what you intend to use it for]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 19:34:45 +0000 Subject: Re: Multistrada - by: Steve T http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231051 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231051 Earwig wrote:

I could really go for that. Fair sized engine that needs to be worked to get the bike moving quickly, tall seat with sit up & beg riding position . . . . .

. . . . . . . and finally that "Va Va Vooom" effect everytime you open the garage door and see that sitting there waiting to be used

Steve T

]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 19:34:12 +0000 Subject: Re: Multistrada - by: canazei1200 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231043 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231043
Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk 2]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 19:18:43 +0000 Subject: Re: Multistrada - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231028 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231028 Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 18:51:24 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello my name is - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231021 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231021
Welcome to the site from Bristol, there will be plenty of people on here who can help I'm sure.

Bren

]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 18:46:01 +0000 Subject: Hello my name is - by: Muddy pockets http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231008 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231008-hello-my-name-is.html#231008
Also I bought the bike to try a bit of green laning so anywhere around North Yorkshire that u could recommended an tires for on/off road would be great.

Cheers , mark]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 18:01:33 +0000 Subject: Re: Multistrada - by: AndyB http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231007 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231007 ]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 17:43:26 +0000 Subject: Multistrada - by: Earwig http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231001 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/231001-multistrada.html#231001 anyone interested

www.harrogateadvancedbikes.co.uk/for-sale/

Can a mod please move to FOR SALE bit as in wrong section!!!

]]> Welcome Newbie Thu, 16 May 2013 17:34:40 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230614 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230614
I'd love to do my DAS but its too expensive at the moment, gotta sell my car and see

what is available, there are a few Derbi Terra Adventures around for £2k, not gonna

think about the Vara, cos for that price they are 5-6 years old. Plus I have had a

Derbi Terra before and found them brilliant.]]> Welcome Newbie Wed, 15 May 2013 12:09:23 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Trv2t http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230536 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230536 Welcome Newbie Wed, 15 May 2013 06:38:46 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: HorseyBiker http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230497 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230497 ]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 21:41:57 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230374 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230374
Just wasn't sure whether to pass my test on it or go for the A2 or DAS.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 17:17:27 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: BIG BILL http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230373 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230373 Yamaha DT125, for speed and reliability.
Honda Varadero 125 for all round every thing.
The baby Vara is bought by sensible chaps

The Yamaha is bought by Young racers ( I owned one back in 1989) and I would honestly say.. Buy this one

Can of worms me thinks..

BB]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 17:14:57 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Bodysnatcher http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230358 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230358 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 16:32:44 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Freeloadeur http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230250 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230250
90% of my riding is in London where the Terra Adventure is perfect, given the small engine but big road presence. The rest is mainly A and B roads where the Derbi is happy cruising within the speed limits. The only time I really feel I'm on a 125cc is dual-carriageways where some of the traffic is doing 80 and I'm coming up behind a truck doing 60.

Would I ever do the test? Yes, if the rumoured combining of Modules 1&2 actually happens I might consider it or if I move back to France where you don't have to do endless tests to move from one class of license to another, instead you do 7 hours compulsory training on a bike the size up.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 10:28:46 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230244 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230244 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:51:11 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230241 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230241 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:33:08 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Freeloadeur http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230238 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230238 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:24:48 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Freeloadeur http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230237 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230237
www.facebook.com/groups/derbi.terra.adventure.uk

That's assuming you haven't already. Currently there's one member selling a Terra Adventure, and a couple of listings that people have found.

Oh and ignore everyone who says do your DAS, if all you want is a cheap way of commuting, but that feels like you might just ride right past work and not stop till Magadan, then you know that the Derbi is the bike for you.

What a lot of seasoned bikers don't realize is the cost of getting a full A1, A2 or A motorbike license. It seems since the ludicrous introduction of a driving test that restricts you forever to only riding the same size bike that you take your test on, prices have gone through the roof. I was recently quoted £750 for three days. I asked if I could do a bit of training on my own 125 and of course health and safety prevented this.

Day 1. A full day spent assessing my abilities and correcting any faults with training for Module 1 (manoeuvring/riding within the confines of a test centre).
Day 2. Training for Module 2 (the on road testing component) spread either side of the Module 1 test.
Day 3. Further training then pass Module 2.

I asked what happens if my Mod 2 is early morning, I'll have paid for the day but only got a couple of hours. Answer "Well you'll have passed, who cares?"

So save the huge amount of cash it would cost to get a license for a bike you have no intention of buying, spend £100 on a CBT, buy a Derbi Terra Adventure and be part of an elite group of only 130 (the total number registered in the UK) and be happy spending the money you've saved.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:23:20 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230236 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230236
Gonna give it atleast a year on this bike then take my theory and probably do the A2 test. Makes more sense and doesn't limit my options when I get bored of the 125cc.

Any recommendations on a trailie/adventure style for less than £2k, bearing in mind I am 6f4" so I cant fit on a CBF/CB or YBR.

Cliffhanger79]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:21:56 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Tonibe63 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230229 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230229 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 09:09:49 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230223 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230223
I was in exactly the same boat as you. I always ride/drive everything I own to its limits so when I started on motorbike last year I only wanted a small engine low power bike. I have a car for thrashing round and grinding out motorway miles.

I took my A2 a few weeks ago and I must say that it completely changed the way I ride, I feel so much safer than I did because of the training.

My intention was to get a CRF250L new as it would be good fun, efficient and not too fast but in a moment of madness I got a DR-Z400 off this site. I must say I am so pleased I did. The DR is built for tall people (I'm 5'10" and can barely touch the ground) and its got a pleasantly low top speed so I can't get too carried away.

That sais those Terra Adventures look ace but I don't think you can buy them new anymore.

Whatever you do good luck and welcome tot he forum.]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 08:59:11 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: jameskaya http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230218 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230218 Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 08:40:18 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230217 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230217
I know there are three tests A1 (max of 15 hp) A2 (max of 46 hp) and A (all bikes)

The thing is I have had fast quad bikes and quick-ish cars and thought whats the

point. Having a bigger bike will only want me to go quicker and I would rather limit

myself.

So having a 125cc would be fine as I only want it for commuting which is 6 miles a

day.

I have made up my mind and only want a 125cc and trying to find out which one to get.

Wouldn't mind a Honda Varadero, but for £2.5 to £3k for a 3 year old one, I can buy

a new Derbi Terra Adventure.

Cliffhanger79]]> Welcome Newbie Tue, 14 May 2013 08:39:39 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Selous http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230156 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230156 As we dont know your age I would urge you to concider doing your DAS then look at which 125 if you still only want a 125 you might want a bit bigger, if you do a das on a 650 when you pass you can ride any size, however at he new law if you pass on a 125 you can only ride a 125
look here

globalmotorcycletraining.co.uk/important-changes-for-2013/]]> Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 23:56:52 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: digitalcaptive http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230150 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230150 Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 23:27:05 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230129 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230129 Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 21:54:15 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230127 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230127 Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 21:53:21 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: sexysi http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230122 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230122 Comes with knobbles so you can try a bit of green laneing as well, not sure if they still make it though.

si]]> Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 21:40:50 +0000 Subject: Re: Newbie in need of info. - by: Richard Simpson http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230116 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230116
Any 125 should be able to handle the commute...what else do you want to do on the bike?]]> Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 21:20:56 +0000 Subject: Newbie in need of info. - by: cliffhanger79 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230114 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/230114-newbie-in-need-of-info.html?limit=15&start=15#230114
I have had a few 125cc bikes and loved them too bits until I had an accident with a lorry. The lorry won and it crushed my bike, put me off biking for 2 years and now I am ready to return back to it.

Gotta start from scratch and so do my CBT again.

Dont know whether to buy a decent 125cc bike (Derbi Terra Adventure) or buy a cheap enduro style to practice on then go for the full test. Not really bothered about how fast it can go as I'll only use it for work and thats only a 6 mile journey each day. I am contemplating just getting a decent 125cc and doing my test on that and keeping it. It am 6ft4" so an adventure style would suit me best best, also it was a Derbi Terra that got squashed so I kind of want it back.

I have a car to get rid of so the funds will come from that, so I have £2.5 to £3k to spend on a bike.

Help would be most grateful.

Thanks

Cliffhanger79

]]> Welcome Newbie Mon, 13 May 2013 21:17:32 +0000 Subject: Re: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: Mark1961 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229662 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229662 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 19:00:51 +0000 Subject: Re: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: bull http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229656 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229656 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 18:57:55 +0000 Subject: Re: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: Gavinskii http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229653 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229653
Quite a few of us on here belong to the South London & Surrey TRF which meets monthly at Ripley (just a few miles from you).

Take a look on here, there are quite a few runs and events always going on and coming up for members.

surreytrf.gigatech.co.uk/index.php]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 18:54:47 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: bull http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229480 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229480 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 10:53:43 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: slip a long http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229476 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229476 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 10:41:34 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229475 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229475 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 10:34:44 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: slip a long http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229471 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229471 ]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 10:13:10 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229461 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229461 I've just taken the Tiger on a big 30 minuet adventure......Asda and back

]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 09:40:39 +0000 Subject: Re: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: Treadtrader http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229453 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229453 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 09:05:29 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: LargeWayRound http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229451 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229451
Cheers from Aberdeen

LWR]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 08:56:14 +0000 Subject: Re: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: Freeloadeur http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229446 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229446
And if you just want to hang out and talk bikes a trip to Box Hill wouldn't be far at all, just follow the bikes to Rykas, you can't miss them.

Or there's always the Ace Cafe if you fancy braving London, which isn't nearly as bad as everyone makes out.]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 08:45:32 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: lonepilgrim http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229444 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229444 ]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 08:34:54 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: lonepilgrim http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229443 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229443 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 08:34:01 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Bigtim http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229440 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229440 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 08:11:43 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: woodshack http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229429 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229429 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 07:35:56 +0000 Subject: Ex South African now living in Woking Surrey - by: Clockwork Orange http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229395 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229395-ex-south-african-now-living-in-woking-surrey.html#229395 Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 06:21:42 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: Boggs http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229387 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229387 ]]> Welcome Newbie Sun, 12 May 2013 04:42:34 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: Brenhden http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229347 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229347
I'm a Bristoller (although not a Bristolian), I'm new to Motorbikes and have never been on a ride out with other bikers so thanks for the offer. Dad duties tomorrow!

Bren]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 21:01:16 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: 650ginge http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229346 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229346
Interesting and diverse skill set there.

I don't live near Bristol so can't join you for a spin.

Enjoy the euro tour.]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 20:59:42 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: FMFox http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229343 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229343
I also live in bristol, but unfortuantely I'm at work tomorrow, I was supposed to ne heading your way (Kazakstan and beyond) for the summer anyway our plans have changed so we'll going that way in a couple of years time.

Welcome to ABR]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 20:57:00 +0000 Subject: Hi from Kazakhstan! (kind of) - by: Kazakdan http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229336 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229336-hi-from-kazakhstan-kind-of.html#229336 Hello from Bristol and Kazakhstan!
I'm from the West Country but work in Almaty. Currently in UK for a few weeks before a euro tour to Greece via the Balkans and Albania in June.

I have been a member of UKGSER, never heard of this site until a friend mentioned it. I have signed up to sell my XT600e. Hoping I can be of help to people.

I have knowledge of central Asia, esp KZ, so if there is anything I can do to advise or support trips into the region don't hesitate to ask. Through CouchSurfing I have hosted numerous bikers and cyclists. It's a popular route these days. I speak Russian and can help with local issues.

I've toured India on a Bullet. Can make recommendations on hiring and riding there.

I successfully bought and imported a Goldwing from USA so can contribute to discussions along these lines.

Anyone in Bristol with time for a ride out before end of May, drop me a line. We're off to Abergaveny tomorrow (12th May).]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 20:46:45 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229301 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229301 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 18:00:33 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: shed http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229296 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229296 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 17:45:36 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Minnesota - by: boatman http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228955-hello-from-minnesota.html#229286 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228955-hello-from-minnesota.html#229286 (Rainy Scotland today

)]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 17:26:32 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: fatowl http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229259 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229259 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 15:55:05 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Croatia - by: insomia http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229250 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229250 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 14:52:05 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Schoe000 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229246 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229246 Tredown wrote:

Good Idea Big Tim, It would be great to get to know all those in part of the country that are up for some trips. As it was your idea it's only fair you organise it. (I'll always lend a hand )
Tim

Never volunteer!!!! good idea. Count me in

]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 14:30:12 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Tredown http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229240 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229240 Tim]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 14:08:34 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229210 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229210
Hi buddy.]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 11:43:57 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Schoe000 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229208 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229208 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 11:30:31 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: jackdaw http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229205 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229205 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 11:13:53 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Minnesota - by: Gaffer64 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228955-hello-from-minnesota.html#229200 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228955-hello-from-minnesota.html#229200
Welcome to the group. You should get lots of help on here, your trip sounds great. All the best.

Cheers

Mike G]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 11:03:12 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Croatia - by: iffy http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229186 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229186 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 09:53:30 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Treadtrader http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229176 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229176 Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 09:05:15 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229151 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229151 (new boy) Rob.]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 08:07:13 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Bigtim http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229147 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229147
Tim]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 07:53:28 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: longdude http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229144 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229144
That bike of yours looks great...........oh yeah, I bought it, lol. I'll call !]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 07:45:47 +0000 Subject: Re: Hello from Exeter, in the shire of Devon. - by: Tigerman1962 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229138 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/229044-hello-from-exeter-in-the-shire-of-devon.html?limit=15&start=30#229138
Didn't realise we had become neighbours?]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 07:20:56 +0000 Subject: Re: Hi from Croatia - by: The Spanish Biker http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229120 http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum/2-welcome-newbie/228904-hi-from-croatia.html?limit=15&start=15#229120
I'm looking forward to riding over in your direction next year, meanwhile if ever you head to Spain give me a call.

Regs

Simon]]> Welcome Newbie Sat, 11 May 2013 06:22:05 +0000