New toy blackbird

[Mattt]

the 20 mph isn't legally enforceable?

[Capitano]

the 20 mph isn't legally enforceable?

The Manchester 10 mph one.

[Mattt]

Well its smooth engine and gearbox,reasonably ,comfy and rides well,has a great finish unlike modern bikes .
I will use it for the upcoming trip and probaby px it or sell and look into a v strom 650

Its so fast that its actually a bit boring trying to stick to the speed limits around here ,which are enforced ,Surrey and Sussex road teams are how shall we say ,keen, with mobile speed traps near any biker venues and average speed roads popping up all over .Cameras on lots aof A and B roads too.
Went to look at a 3 yr old tracer 700,it had more corrosion that this 2006 bike !
I know its how much you twist the wrist but ive only opened it up a couple of times before you know it your into no license territory

[Capitano]

Went to look at a 3 yr old tracer 700,it had more corrosion that this 2006 bike !

George worked in the motor industry for a major company. He reckoned that cost cutting after the 2008 crash means that build quality of anything made after then will not be as good as anything made before 2008.

[Capitano]

Its so fast that its actually a bit boring trying to stick to the speed limits around here

I came to the conclusion some years ago that a bike is more entertaining and rewarding that struggles to exceed speed limits and/or handle being ridden at speed.

“The law of diminishing returns.”

[horobags]

Went to look at a 3 yr old tracer 700,it had more corrosion that this 2006 bike !

George worked in the motor industry for a major company. He reckoned that cost cutting after the 2008 crash means that build quality of anything made after then will not be as good as anything made before 2008.

that is true, even with Honda.

[Mattt]

Has to be later than 2006 or else I need to get a COC or a test for ulez annoyingly
Even the bird wasn't exempt until.i registered it with a Certificate

[wightegi]

How about the RE Shotgun?
Check out the YouTube video by Stuart Fillingham.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_hJXWQy_-E

After the crap temu sh--------

[Mattt]

Thinking of a v strom 650
Looks a good all rounder and a good mix of comfort speed and reliability

[slowboy]

Thinking of a v strom 650
Looks a good all rounder and a good mix of comfort speed and reliability

They are, one of the best engines in any bike. Don’t discount the gladius. Best engine build and adjustable suspension, if you are happy with the styling and the name.