Adventure Bike Rider - Forum

Subject: Re: CCM 450 Adventure - by: minkyhead

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:51:42 +0000

Elle wrote:

minkyhead wrote:

Filler cap behind the pillion seat?
Not a great idea when you've got a tent strapped on the back for a weekend away...
But it looks a lovely bike, shame it has a 890m seat height. I need 800 for comfort
Enjoy!

a tent ?? omg are you stark raving mad ?? jesus strewth all campers should be shot
belive me this is a moped compared to the currant crop of bikes ..think crf250 and you wont be far wrong with seat height 881mml for the crf
the next step is a serrow ithink ..so its small dont forget it sags too speccially with my fat ass on it

its maginal at my age but ... reakon i have just enough strength left to lift a dry bag once every 250 miles
the balls of the job is riding and reliability ...no comment as yet

here is my latest ...only camping shot xt660 trail weekend
it was against all my principals with a pub just 1 mile away least i know what a i pod is now 40quid for this ...you have to be kiddin me
or 15 quid to pitch a crisp packet in the rain oh the joy ...mmmm or 45 quid for nice on suite room with breakfast in the pub ....grrr

Subject: Re: CCM 450 Adventure - by: minkyhead

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:36:53 +0000

latest release from ccm
online spec sheet
adventuremotorcyclinghandbook.files.word...013/05/ccm-gp450.pdf
and a video of the frame construction

ive seen a frame in the nude so tospeak i did mention it ealier it looks like a work of art was what i said
it reasured me at the time that a genuine big effort has gone into the bike .one of the main reasons i bought it .... all the cycle parts really do look great quality ..

i keep telling meself ive done the right thing .im happy with it that now and looking forward ..it really is in one bike class at the moment

i really hope it turns out as good as it looks .. if this bike holds up as reliable i think they will change the game and others will follow

anyway here it is .. ive never seen anything quite like it before
it looks hollow inplaces ..apparantly the moto x bike had no failures

and i aint planning on jumping more than 6 inches so it should be ok

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Al Danby

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:27:38 +0000

The look superb, I am on the look out for some for my F650GS, what price are they and are they custom fit or do they come with their own rack / rail system ??

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Jim Lovell

Sun, 19 May 2013 21:14:12 +0000

Thank you for your good wishes everyone.. I'm not sure how much I can say here without breaking the forum rules on advertising.

Nick, I will be wearing mine to Germany, I can't wait to come over and catch up with you mate. I'm interested in the cheap beer you were talking about at the Ace..

I'm still belly dancing Tramp, I can give you a private dance for extra mate

Marc, it's been too long, how the beautiful Sophie? Must catch up soon.

Come on down An, I owe you lunch...x

Jack ass Dave, Selous and TomBoyNI ....... I will PM you......

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Orsoncarts

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:58:31 +0000

I do know Jim will make these in any size/ colour you want so if anyone's interested I'd PM him....
Steve

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: TomBoyNI

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:39:14 +0000

Great looking boxes.

Interested in the pricing also.

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Selous

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:33:04 +0000

Orsoncarts wrote:

Jim mounted these on a set of Givi pannier racks, so I'm guessing they can be fitted to any solid racks... Steve

Oo goodie as I have givi panniers on my bandit mm
I feel a 'cunning plan' coming on

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: snaphappy

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:09:14 +0000

Hope someone is wearing a set at the weekend, good luck with the venture Jim

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Orsoncarts

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:15:44 +0000

Jim mounted these on a set of Givi pannier racks, so I'm guessing they can be fitted to any solid racks...
Steve

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Tramp

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:07:00 +0000

900Fantrider wrote:

Very nice Jim I was wondering what your new venture was going to be Good luck

cheers Marc

well there was me thinking it was as a extra in captain pugwash as a belly dancer ...top effort and all the best in these hard times..

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Selous

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:56:36 +0000

Jim Lovell wrote:

Thank you Stan, Desertraider.... Steve it was great to see you and Jut yesterday. I'm thrilled you like your panniers and can't thank you enough for letting us feature your bike on the up and coming website which is being created by Steve B of this parish. You're all top blokes.

Wow they look good Jim what sort of prices are you charging for the panniers & for the frames?

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Tyrant68

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:36:53 +0000

look good and well made Jim.
Know where to come now
Good luck to you and the family in the new business

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: 900Fantrider

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:34:59 +0000

Very nice Jim I was wondering what your new venture was going to be Good luck

cheers Marc

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: jackass dave

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:25:35 +0000

they do look nice ,but how much are they ,and do you make them all sizes ,eg 31 ,35 41 ltrs

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Flintlock

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:10:46 +0000

Looks like a well put together piece of kit, good luck with your new product

Flintlock

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: bond_yzf

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:53:02 +0000

Quality looking panniers mate,good luck in your new buisness jim im sure you will have plenty of buisness

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: Jim Lovell

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:48:55 +0000

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: desertraider

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:46:37 +0000

Yep they look really tasty m8

Subject: Re: My new panniers.... - by: stanbloke

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:43:01 +0000

Great job Jim....look good in Black too.

Best wishes for the new venture.

Subject: My new panniers.... - by: Orsoncarts

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:26:08 +0000

Today I picked up my new Fug it panniers from our very own Jim Lovell. Jim has started his new business making and fitting these Aluminium powder coated boxes and I thought I'd share my thoughts with you guys.
They're very well made and with the well designed lip there's no need for inner bags as they are totally waterproof. Jim fitted them using a puck system and stainless fittings throughout. A table top is supplied and bolts inside either box to avoid any rattles..
A brilliant well thought out product,I'm delighted with them.
Steve

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: APD_660Ten

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:46:28 +0000

Spot on. Just what I needed. I'm guessing you don't buy it in this sort of bulk

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: herman

Sun, 19 May 2013 10:02:58 +0000

Mobil 1 is sae 15/50 racing four stroke and I buy in bulk from www.opieoils.co.uk/ you can get 10% by being a ktm forum user amongst others. Thats for the gearbox only, drain it from the gear lever side only as the other side drain is made of cheese as is the level bolt. Dont over fill. Loads of info on the ktm forum.

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: APD_660Ten

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:48:55 +0000

Cheers...

Seen a few others recommend Mobil 1 but what weight for the gearbox. I'm guessing it's not the 2t stuff you mix with the fuel. But thought I'd ask the stupid question to be safe

Checked the manual but that says 10w40 but the Mobil 1 stuff seems to be 15w50 the Motorex stuff recommended also seems to be 15w50. I'm guessing a decent grade of either changed every 2 or 3 rides won't hurt it.

The stuff I'm putting in the ten ain't cheap and is 10w40. I can't remember the make.

Subject: Re: Rare bike in dealer - by: dubber68

Sun, 19 May 2013 08:48:38 +0000

No sorry just a random shot of him.

Subject: Re: Rare bike in dealer - by: throttlemonkey

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:21:19 +0000

Hey do you know that guy in your picture of the NR750. Blue jacket. I would like to get ahold of him. I might owe him a fishing rod.

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: herman

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:18:28 +0000

I use Mobil 1 fully synth and change at 10hrs stretched to 15 if only trail riding. Clutch sits in it so it comes out black every time, that said I have no drag at 6k plus miles.

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: AndyB

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:46:34 +0000

APD_660Ten wrote:

Any views on engine oil. Looked through the forums and there is a mix between 15w50 and 10w40.

Would using the same oil I have for my 660 ten cause a problem?

I'm guessing you mean gearbox oil? Just use what KTM tell you to use and you'll be fine. If you mean the 2-stroke oil you mix with the petrol you're always best sticking to what the previous owner was using or (again) go for whatever KTM suggest. I'm paying £13l for fully synthetic 2-stroke but the bike doesn't get horribly sooty and need the exhaust de-coking so it's a bargain.

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: APD_660Ten

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:27:33 +0000

Any views on engine oil. Looked through the forums and there is a mix between 15w50 and 10w40.

Would using the same oil I have for my 660 ten cause a problem?

Subject: Re: a gaggle of honda xrv 650 africa twins - by: dave j

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:39:07 +0000

Nice.

Subject: Re: a gaggle of honda xrv 650 africa twins - by: Rsole

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:31:41 +0000

Is that the one with holes in?

Subject: Re: Compilation Album For You All - by: Bluepaul

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:30:32 +0000

Cheers for that. Some good tunes

Subject: Re: a gaggle of honda xrv 650 africa twins - by: boboneleg

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:09:10 +0000

Nice, I see a Swiss model in amongst the others.

Subject: Re: Hells Teeth - by: stanbloke

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:15:01 +0000

900Fantrider wrote:

Ive got 2 of those, one pristine (and its one of the 200 for homolagation ) and then another crashed one in pieces.
There the only ones I`m going to keep and a special half built on a GranCanyon for Sophie.
I`ll sort you out with one we`re both ready! Ive got some nice extras aswell Not that they need anything changing even 20 years on

That's cool Marc .

Best wishes to you both, speak soon fella.

Subject: Re: Hells Teeth - by: 900Fantrider

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:04:36 +0000

Subject: a gaggle of honda xrv 650 africa twins - by: moto al

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:00:04 +0000

i thought i would share pics.sorry!

Subject: Re: Hells Teeth - by: stanbloke

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:55:55 +0000

900Fantrider wrote:

Everything is for sale isnt it £££? Except the IE`s

If you have something like this hanging about ....i even go as high as £500 mate.

Subject: Compilation Album For You All - by: Moorso

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:33:56 +0000

Tried posting this there, but didn't work....so here we go again.

I compiled a compilation album (Biking Tunes) that is quite chilled out (as that's the vibe I'm in at the moment

But thought I'd share it...you can download it here: Biking Tunes

Hope you all enjoy!

Subject: Re: My Brand New BMW F800 GS Kalamata Mat! - by: fast frankie

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:26:35 +0000

Well just got back from a 7 day tour of Scotland, managed to clock up 1500 miles and enjoyed every second riding this bike.
Some pictures of our trip....

OUR CAMPSITE GLEN NEVIS...

VIDEO ON FERRY ISLE OF SKY...

Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Duich, Scottish Highlands, A famous castle we visited...

Subject: Re: Hmmmm... Maxi Scooters ? - by: devonuk

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:26:48 +0000

spasm wrote:

last week down in looe, i saw an aprllia SRV850 scooter, im telling u it was sexxxxyyy, it drew my eye and i stood there wanting
www.aprilia.com/en-US/Model/94847/SRV+850/Overview.aspx

How spooky.... If it was the one parked in the car park next to the bridge and river I saw it as well. You're right, it is a cracking looking bike

Subject: Hmmmm... Maxi Scooters ? - by: cozmo1589

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:02:05 +0000

Honda Dual Clutch Transmission is the way forward regardless of which model you opt for. I got the Crosstourer and its sublime

Subject: Re: Hmmmm... Maxi Scooters ? - by: Capt Slow

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:54:59 +0000

Until recently, since 1999 I’ve had various maxiscoots in the garage to accompany my other bike(s).
Owned Yamaha Tmax 500 (2), Honda Silverwing 600, and Suzuki Burgman 650. Commuted,toured on all of them, longest trip being a 10 day 3000 mile Euro trip on the Burgman, very accomplished comfortable tourer.
IMHO touring wise the Burgman is king, followed by the Silverwing and then the sporty Tmax.
My thoughts :
The trio all have stupidly short service intervals approx 3000 miles, admittedly only an oil change with major items at longer intervals. New BMW C600 and 650 scoots have longer service intervals (6k I think).
The Silverwing fuel consumption (range) can be horrendous 35mpg if loaded and “making progress”. Burgman averaged 52mpg on the 3k tour.
Burgman has useful Power mode button to give a bit of extra oomph when needed, also manual shift thumb buttons. I used the latter once!!!!!!!!!!
For me over distance the forward foot position can become uncomfortable.
I think the Burgman 400 might make a better all-rounder maxiscoot, but I’ve never ridden one.
Tmax my fave, sporty ride and tours Ok with a little thought.
These bikes (technology) have all been around a looooong time. CVT hasn’t progressed especially considering Honda’s DCT alternative.

“life” dictates I only have 1 bike now, a Honda NC700x.

Subject: Re: Hells Teeth - by: 900Fantrider

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:23:30 +0000

Everything is for sale isnt it £££? Except the IE`s

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: trophydave

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:36:28 +0000

I do like that.I'm not normally one to bother about exhausts but I do think the Arrow pipe looks a lot better than the standard set up.

Subject: Re: BMW F800 GS - by: stanbloke

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:35:09 +0000

gteps wrote:

I'm now on the ferry home from Bilbao after spending a week in the Picos De Europe and I have to say what a cracking bike the F800GS is, never missed a beat, cruises on the motorway and is so much fun to throw around the mountain roads, even tried a little off roading and it just keeps making me smile.
Thanks to Stanbloke for pointing me in the direction of the Anakee 2 tyres, they have proven to be a much better choice than the original Scorpion Trails.

Glad you had a great time Fella. safe trip back and we'll catch up soon.

Subject: Re: BMW F800 GS - by: dancanovas

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:59:44 +0000

gteps wrote:

glad to hear you had a good time and enjoyed your GS. Cant wait to get away to France and Spain on mine in July

Subject: Re: BMW F800 GS - by: gteps

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:54:44 +0000

Subject: Re: the new husqvana - by: Richard Simpson

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:46 +0000

...is a rebadged 'berg

www.trailbikemag.com/2013/05/breaking-ne...long-live-husqvarna/

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Chuffer

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:53:31 +0000

Just remember the scram is the same wet weight and wheel base as a 12 gs,it will sit at 80 all day and no the high exhaust is not a problem, the wife never complains about it.Last year I did the lakes, the dales and Beacon oh and fish and chips at Whitby.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Mad Cow

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:41:12 +0000

Not ridden a Scrambler but had a T110 Bonnie for a day when my Tiger was being serviced.

Maybe not an "only" bike but would love to have one as a "extra" in the Garage, actually that's not true i'd rather have a Scrambler in the garage, I do like the look.

But if taking one off road, it is strictly a road bike with a high level exhaust (and possibly knobbly tyres) but then again I once went green laning on a Honda CD175 on road tyres and never got stuck, had a grin from ear to ear though

Regarding the arrow pipes, they come in two versions "Street" and "Race". I've ridden a couple of loan bikes (Speed Triple and Tiger 800) with Street versions and they sound no different to a stock exhaust (just lighter and better looking). However I had a Race can on my Tiger and although it made a glorious sound it was just a bit too LOUD. I was at a Triumph dealer recently when they fired up a Thruxton Bonnie with an Arrow Race pipe on it, Oh My God it made the one I had on the Tiger sound whisper quiet by comparison, I thought my ears were going to start bleeding!!!

I guess it's the lumpier power pulses of the twin over the smoothness of the triple that made the difference.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: motorbike

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:02 +0000

Great bike ...rode from glasgow to palermo no problem

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: BIG BILL

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:05:45 +0000

My mate has one and boy can he ride.
If I had the cash I would buy one tomorrow.

It sticks like glue.
He did however have a starting problem which was sorted that day.

++ 4 I would have one.

BB

Subject: Re: the new husqvana - by: V_King

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:57:13 +0000

you can se much from that angle. just a pr photo, to show that huskies are still kicking?

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: MarkN

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:26:48 +0000

Thanks for all the great replies. Before I do anything though, I'm going to give it a long test ride, I'm also going to have a look at the W800 too, this looks a great bike, especially the Special Edition.

The thread on ADVRider has certainly been interesting to read but quite "American" in places! It's great to see a British bike being so popular over though - well done Triumph!

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Brenhden

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:11:11 +0000

Freeloadeur wrote:

johnnyboxer wrote:

I think we get hung up on 'Adv bikes' and how capable they are in terms of suspension etc

In reality, the trails that get ridden by some of us on AdvBikeRider weekends could be ridden on a DT125 or even a c90 Postie Bike

Too true, I'm sure the Scrambler is more capable off-tarmac than I am. And I know I ride for the enjoyment, and a bike like the Triumph would bring a smile to my face just looking at it. Throw a roll bag on the back and head out for the weekend, it might not be the world's greatest adventure but it would lift my spirit when the daily grind is getting me down.

Gratuitous Scrambler porn.

Oh my god I want to print that pic out and bluetac it to my bedroom wall

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Freeloadeur

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:55:24 +0000

johnnyboxer wrote:

Gratuitous Scrambler porn.

Subject: the new husqvana - by: moto al

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:44:45 +0000

the new husqvana tc 250r launch oct 2013. looks good what do u think! eh

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: dodursley

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:06:16 +0000

I have had one from new 2007, carb model, but only done 7000 miles on it, got other bikes. Very enjoyable, I did have the 'real' thing a 500 Adventurer replica but as I had leg trouble I sold it and brought this. Use it mainly for local riding although it will do motorways no problem. I find it fun to ride whereas the Hondas (TA & Vara) are nice and efficient bikes.
Seat reasonably low being twin shock, nice grunty engine, linear power output, chassis and suspension 'classic', like me, compared to modern(ish) Africa and Transalp but is OK for soft roading - tracks and unsealed lanes. Its heavier but easier to pick up as it is lower. Finish is not Honda standard but better than Harley.
Only problem has been oil radiator weld cracked, replaced under warranty without problems.

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: Mosel Bikes

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:05:33 +0000

A '96 DR650 eh Phil, just what I'm looking for ...... as you know from my other post. I think I might do the same when I get a DR650 and sell the XT660Z. I reckon the DR would be enough for any adventures I'm likely to get involved in, so best let someone with serious intent take the Tenere on longer travels.
Do you have any pics of yours? maybe on other posts or reports here? Is it modded for your trips away? Thanks, Mike

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: johnnyboxer

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:00:32 +0000

Freeloadeur wrote:

It looks like you could buy a Scrambler, spend thousands adding suspension tweaks, exhaust mods etc and still not have a bike as capable as any of the modern "adventure bikes". But if it's the bike for you then it sounds like every ride will have you grinning from ear to ear and isn't that the real reason we buy bikes? For the enjoyment of riding.

I certainly know I want one.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Freeloadeur

Thu, 16 May 2013 07:26:14 +0000

There is a massive (over 1000 pages) thread on ADV Rider about the Scrambler, with plenty of hints and mods to improve it both on and off road. I started reading it a while back but gave up when I realised that as fast as I read it people were adding on the other end.

It looks like you could buy a Scrambler, spend thousands adding suspension tweaks, exhaust mods etc and still not have a bike as capable as any of the modern "adventure bikes". But if it's the bike for you then it sounds like every ride will have you grinning from ear to ear and isn't that the real reason we buy bikes? For the enjoyment of riding.

I certainly know I want one.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: macvisual

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:50:30 +0000

Check out the slightly older version of the W800, a Kawasaki W650, lovely bike.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Redmurty

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:42:00 +0000

My experience I took my Tiger in for a service the shop owner who I know threw me the keys to a scrambler and told me to bring it back at the end of the week.
I jumped on the bike and within a mile I hated it, I got home and dumped it in the garage.

At the end of the week out come the scrambler ready to go back to the shop it was hissing down as I left my garage and within a mile I love the Scrambler and really regretted not using the thing all week.

I found it a very interesting ride and had a great laugh on it, so why did I hate it at the beginning of the week. Well I had just gotten of a 955, the scram felt like a underpowered mountain bike in comparision (sp) and really small when I first got on it. But it has a decent enough engine perhaps not with the same amount of character as a triple or the power. It was comfortable and I should of ridden it more.

Should I ever be in the position to get a second bike I would not hesitate to buy one. It would soon become a desert sled

cheers Spud

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: PHILinFRANCE

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:25:34 +0000

OK ,here's my tu'pence worth !!!!

Not planning on a RTW trip ...........the evil money thing !!!!

Anyway want to do either The West coast of Africa or the Stans in spring 2014, so went out and bought a 2010 Yamaha XTZ660 as from what iv'e red these seem to fit my bill.

I also own a 1996 DR650 that i've put over 28k kms on in 19 months, Morocco/Pyrenees and loads of local off roading.

Don't get me wrong "everyones differant" but i reckon the XTZ will be up for sale !!!

Great bike but there's no way i could fix half of it and it's 30kilos heavier !!!!

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--Jz91DfHEF4/TrfSePwHyYI/AAAAAAAADFU/ypqM2512c_g/s640/IMG_2654.JPG?gl=GB

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: jonny955

Thu, 16 May 2013 06:12:29 +0000

Chuffer wrote:

I've got one too, and I love it. I tour on it around Britain,ride her all year too.

That is beautiful!

I accept there is a weight penalty woth these bikes but how good are they on the trails? They certainly look like they could do wth a bit more suspension travel.

I love the idea of a simple, tough & reliable air-cooled twin and if the Scram, the V7 or (ulp) the Sportster had a better set-up for me (on/off road), I'd be in there.

Hmmmm....where is the bike trail bike with the looks of the Scram, the weight of the V7 and the simplicity of the Sportster ?

Jon

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Francis Begbie

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:20:13 +0000

Likewise would love one, that or the w800 limited edition black and gold

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: minkyhead

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:32:03 +0000

i guess it depends alot on the route ..
ibe never been further than turkey or morroc

but i know that the rougher it gets the lighter id want it to be

it depends on

the route
your wallet
the bikes ability
and your ability

not sitting on the fence too much the latest 1190s 1200s v fours would be very low on my list ......

in some of the places ive been 35 mph seems pretty fast at times

good progress at 60mph /70mph and ease of use on tracks at 65mpg appeals to me
im not in any hurry ..

i used to be fast boy once ...100mph motorway stuff is ..a waste of petrol time and brainpower ...almost certainly opffset by fatuige concentration ..frustration ..[these slow bartsards pottering at 85 blocking my way kind of thing :lol: ..concern of tyre wear ,and pain in ass expensive petrol stops .a feeling of paranoia and a risk to the wallet and licence ...you really dont gain time and if you do ..you see infinatly less ..you may ride hard for 8 hours a day and enjoy the buzz ..and why not :evil:

but for 28 days on the bounce be my guest

if im 45 mins behind after 10 hours ... just leave one in the pump for me when you get to the bar :laugh:

just my take B)

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: picos mestizo

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:30:12 +0000

bowser wrote:-
I wish I could find it, but there is a fantistic trip reoprt of a bunch of germans who did a trip round the whole of South america on old pan and knuck harlys without any issue at all, including off road sections.

Probably the same 6'6" x 18 stone Germans who threw those bored out Scheck R80's around in the last of the ISDT's.
Can't remember if the Americans entered their machines in the ISDT's, they were mostly on Triumphs if I recall correctly.

Subject: Re: KTM 400 SOLD Yamaha WR450 arrived- New choice and impressed!!! - by: yazoo1994

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:12:49 +0000

Hey man, i noticed your in the Ibstock Coalville area
Im literally just down the road and depending on what i choose i may have a ktm 690 enduro to rag around in october if you fancy a ride out

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: corbine

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:56:42 +0000

Picos- agreed- the younguns of today should cram in what they can biking wise, whilst they can, travel and also choice of bike ?
how the world is changing eh?
soon tarmac will cover the rtw and the oisins will be a distant past?
corbs musing

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: bowser

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:47:00 +0000

[quote="picos mestizo" post=230817]
It's funny how whenever I meet a distant aquaintance who starts off, "I never knew you were a biker" & then quickly moves to their friend in America who "Rides a Harley Davidson" with a big smirk on their face as if it's a bigger name drop than knowing Steve McQueen.
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I wish I could find it, but there is a fantistic trip reoprt of a bunch of germans who did a trip round the whole of South america on old pan and knuck harlys without any issue at all, including off road sections.

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: Tome

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:44:53 +0000

dancanovas wrote:

Mosel Bikes wrote:

Thanks Dan. That's the kind of thing I'm after. That advrider is new to me - must have been living in a cave. I'll take a look, cheers.

ill warn you, its mega busy because its mainly an american site. difficult to keep up with the info

Agreed, it is a very good site, like you said very busy too but I find myself following threads for bikes I either own or am interested in and a few ride reports here and there and that more than tides me over.

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: picos mestizo

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:42:21 +0000

corbine wrote:

Picos-careful there fellah, capitalist society dictates etc etc yada yada
(i know what you mean tho)

Thats why we're doing nothing about population control.
Capitalists need more punters!

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: corbine

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:37:04 +0000

Picos-careful there fellah, capitalist society dictates etc etc yada yada
(i know what you mean tho)

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: boboneleg

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:34:49 +0000

I loved mine, I only sold it as I would have ended up trashing it green lanes

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: picos mestizo

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:33:13 +0000

Who can blame the manufacturers for making Rich Boys Toys.
@ 17 grand a pop you're getting an awful lot of extra profit for a few 1$ microprocessors & 50 quids worth of extra plastic.

To an unknowing:-
Who looks like the real exploorer:-
A) Rukka Clad & riding a 1200 Adventourer with shiny luggage
....or....
Cammo Clad riding a 350 Whats it's F***ing name with canvas bags & a folding shovel.

It's all about what makes you feel good, look good & oozing credibility.

It's funny how whenever I meet a distant aquaintance who starts off, "I never knew you were a biker" & then quickly moves to their friend in America who "Rides a Harley Davidson" with a big smirk on their face as if it's a bigger name drop than knowing Steve McQueen.
When they say what do you ride I reply "A Bagasaki" which, surprise surprise they've "Never heard of".
I quickly yawn & assure them that I'm late for an appointment.

Subject: Re: Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX - by: nigel page

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:30:52 +0000

55 mpg the norm

Subject: Decisions decisions................. - by: yazoo1994

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:07:00 +0000

Howdy!

So then. Its comming up to the time for me to get my 47 bhp bike, BUT im not quiet sure what to go for, The reason for this is because im after a bike that can a) Commute quite nicely and do some long distance road riding, and b) can also offroad a fair bit (green laning ect).

Im not too worried about top speed, but id like something that can still cruise at 70 if needed and its still reliable, So far ive looked at a KTM 690 enduro, and an XT 660 x/r.

I should also say money isnt really a problem, so anyway. PLEASE HELP ME!

Thanks,

Yaz.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Chuffer

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:04:31 +0000

Not that loud,it's road legal.Wonder if writer took baffles out if he did them yes really noisy.

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: Niklas

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:37:12 +0000

I follow several people and groups through FaceBook, riding far distances, maybe not RTW all of them, but far distances like round Asia, Through South America, Across the US, Down through Africa etc.

Moste people use small bikes from 90-400ccm, but some also use F800GS, R1200GS / 1150GS / 1100GS / 100GS etc., Stelvio, MultiStrada, Tenere, Africa Twin and many other larger bikes.

So many are doing this long distance riding like if it was hype.

Back in the seventies, eighties and nineties, it got increasingly popular to Sail around the world in sailing boats.

This is just another way to make the world look smaller.

Subject: Re: Hmmmm... Maxi Scooters ? - by: Bluepaul

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:32:44 +0000

Cheers for all the advice.

going test riding over the next 2 days

Booked for the Silverwing, NC700x Burgman and X10 plus anything else I can get my hands on

Subject: Re: STOLEN LAST NIGHT - by: digitalcaptive

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:03:05 +0000

I'm in the north west of the county, there's a couple of dodgy industrial estates locally I'll have a cruise round in the morning see if there's anything about

Subject: Re: Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX - by: stelvio

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:52:34 +0000

On the large tank bikes I get around 55mpg at speed limits and spirited rides on A roads. Obtained 60 mpg at constant 60mph when stuck on a long stretch of motorway. On my 2009 bike used about 10% more fuel. 300 mile range easily obtained when ridden at speed limits. Cruising at 90mph plus plummets to around 40mpg. They like been used, the more miles the better. 10,000 miles before it loosens up.
One other thought, Best dealers are established dealers, They know the bikes inside out and will help you get the best out of it.

Subject: Re: STOLEN LAST NIGHT - by: ZX Raziel

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:46:16 +0000

Added to my database mate , hope the police get them .

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: MarkN

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:36:49 +0000

Vindaloo wrote:

If you really want retro how about a Bullet? ...

I like them, it's just a reliability thing really.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: MarkN

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:31:55 +0000

Chuffer wrote:

I've got one too, and I love it. I tour on it around Britain,ride her all year too.

That looks really nice, sadly they don't do it in the Matt Green anymore.

How loud is the Arrow exhaust? I've heard that they can be a bit too loud? I think a magazine tester had one a couple of years ago in TWO and had to take the Arrow off in the end as he thought it was too much. Would be interesting to hear your thoughts though.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: davsato

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:23:52 +0000

all the bonnies with "sit up and beg" positions ride lovely, the thruxton is crippling and the america is ok if you like cruiser riding positions.

but....
im with herman, i'd rather have a W800

i think it looks better, its cheaper, and it'll be a long time before i trust a triumph again.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: johnnyboxer

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:22:01 +0000

I've just come back from the Borders, in the company with a Bonneville SE and it kept up fine with us on GSA's
Sounded lovely with Hyde pipes, I sat on it and boy was it small - felt like a 250 after the 1150GSA

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Chuffer

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:15:18 +0000

I've got one too, and I love it. I tour on it around Britain,ride her all year too.

Subject: Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX - by: cozmo1589

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:53:55 +0000

Well if memory served me correctly I was getting about 40 to 45 mpg if ridden fairly sensibly

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Brenhden

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:46:31 +0000

Treadtrader wrote:

FMFox wrote:

I can only tell you I want one

And me.

Ever since I first saw one I have wanted one so bad...

Subject: Re: I was just wondering ...... about the new big adventure bikes and going RTW? - by: bowser

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:40:15 +0000

[quote="Mosel Bikes" post=230569]How'd their electronic gizmos/engine warning systems/traction control/electronic suspension/et al cope with the demands of a full-on RTW trip? Thinking of bikes like the Multistrada/Superten/KTM1190thing/Explorer.
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As regard their suitability I will refrain from comment, my only thought is that "nobody ever complained their bike was was not Heavy enough" light is good
However on the electronic front I dont think the manufactures have any choice, by 2015 (I think but it may be 2017) all bikes will have to have ABS, the emmision regs mean that they will all be fuel injected, given that they have to produce an electronic brain for the abs and FI i think the rest of the stuff comes along as a by product and doesent take much if any extra to fit on to the processer.
Not saying I like or want it just that there is no getting away from it, and even the smaller lighter for applicable bikes will have the same stuff as standard and nothing we will be able to do about it!!!!!!!

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Vindaloo

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:38:48 +0000

If you really want retro how about a Bullet? ...

Subject: STOLEN LAST NIGHT - by: Road2Manchester

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:41:55 +0000

I might swear......

TWO FARR UTV (Utility Vehicles) in GREEN and a Ifor Williams trailer. 3.5 ton flat bed, stolen from Leicestershire last night.

Glass rear pod on one, glass doors and screens on both.

any info or sighting welcome.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Tigerman1962

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:30:05 +0000

Treadtrader wrote:

FMFox wrote:

I can only tell you I want one

And me.

Me as well! looks like they will hold their price if they are this popular!,

Subject: Re: Hells Teeth - by: stanbloke

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:27:24 +0000

900Fantrider wrote:

Stan do you want 3/4 of one without all the body??

A lot of early ones get modified especially by the Germans,Swiss and French

Heres another Mk 1

Do you have some stuff you want rid of Marc ??.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Treadtrader

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:23:11 +0000

FMFox wrote:

I can only tell you I want one

And me.

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: bladesman

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:21:27 +0000

I have one,as soon as they came out I wanted one! It is a stunning looking bike and with TORS pipes fitted,it sounds fantastic. It will do 50mpg,cruise all day at 90mph and is very comfortable over distance.A lack of 6th gear is the only downside,constantly trying to find it for the first few weeks is a pain.Build quality is not the best but keep on top of the cleaning and it will be fine. Had mine fitted with a small screen to deflect wind blast and a one tooth larger front sprocket to lower the revs at speed,both mods recommended. Hope this helps,cheers,Bladesman.

Subject: Re: Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX - by: Dosher

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:18:22 +0000

Been looking at the Stelvio for a wee while now. How is it for mpg?

Subject: Re: Triumph Scrambler - Your Thoughts Please - by: Browndog

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:16:58 +0000

Subject: Re: EXC, WR or other - by: APD_660Ten

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:12:51 +0000

Cheers Herman. Yep, the little bit of metal has gone although the bolt is still there. Also had the side stand point drummed into me when borrowing bikes