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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 21-04-22, 11:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,683
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: 2000 s & N throttle cables

Following with interest as they say...
I was going to post a general question about S to straight bars but hope I can hijack this.

I'm 70 and TBH not ridden my SVSs much recently although did...
Forum: For Sale - SV's and SV related items 01-11-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 827
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Pointy Givi rack

Got your PM but tried to reply twice without success. Probably my fault or my Laptop.

PM me an email address and I'll send all the pics to that. :p

Chris B
Forum: For Sale - SV's and SV related items 14-10-20, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 827
Posted By bikerbaker
Pointy Givi rack

Been tidying my sheds up and found Givi rack bars with panier mounts etc taken off my K6 the day I bought it. I felt it made the bike look like a pickup truck with the 46 litre box.
Still need to...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 18-08-18, 09:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,311
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: broken key

Or just put the remains of the old key on the ring with the new key?
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 09-08-18, 08:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,317
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Headlight / Clock options

Like the look of that too. After riding my Son's Gladius I have a plan to put straight bars on my K1. Not that I have problems riding with low bars (yet - I'm 67) more that he (25) has been riding my...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 07-08-18, 10:59 AM
Replies: 6
HD
Views: 1,015
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: HD

HD obviously have now realised that Erik was on the right track.:p
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 07-08-18, 09:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Curvy rear caliper

I ended up with a refurbished caliper from a 2002 Hayabusa from a guy on eBay. My original was in a very poor state and would have needed pistons/seals/pins/pads plus the bottom plastic cover so it...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 07-08-18, 07:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Rear Tyre

Oh well, was worth a try!
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 04-08-18, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Rear Tyre

Hope so! They are a first class outfit IMHO so please let us know what happens.

I was only searching for a Metzeler tyre for my Honda C90 and it came up, cleaned my specs twice!! The C90 tyre will...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 04-08-18, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By bikerbaker
Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Rear Tyre

If anyone is after a new rear tyre 160/60 x 17 check out the Sportsbikeshop website before they change the price! Says in stock too. ;)

Don't need tyres for my Svs so I'm not tempted. I do have...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 28-07-18, 11:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Curvy rear caliper

Great! Thanks for the superfast reply.

That's the way to go as there are so many more around for the Bandit than the K1.

:thumleft:
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 28-07-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By bikerbaker
Curvy rear caliper

Hunting for a replacement rear caliper for my K1.

Looks the same as a Bandit rear from the same year (Dec 2000), any ideas?


TIA
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 09-05-18, 09:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 885
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Gladius Comfort seat.

Thanks very much!!

Have passed on ACM seats to Tim, it looks favourite as only 10 miles or so from his place and is actually on his way to work.

If I did take one out it would get left there as...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 09-05-18, 09:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,889
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Unnecessary use of Stinger on Bike?

Made me laugh. I live there but try not to admit to it usually. Must agree though. Didn't see the incident in question but was down there as every year.

The "event" was ruined not by the Police or...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 09-05-18, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 885
Posted By bikerbaker
Gladius Comfort seat.

My son has an '09 Gladius, a great bike but we both agree that the seat comfort is not all that. I have a K1 and K6 650S and have had no problems with either on long distance rides but 40 miles on...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 09-06-17, 10:29 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,665
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Thinking of giving up...

I have a theory. I live in SE Essex and think that driver/rider courtesy improves travelling Northward.

I regularly ride up to North Yorks and prefer to keep away from the A1/M1, preferring...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 08-06-17, 06:14 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,665
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Thinking of giving up...

Think that the F800GT is the only belt drive BMW do at the mo (the GS and R are chain). I plan on keeping the bike until the warranty runs out and then maybe getting another so hopefully will not...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 06-06-17, 01:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,665
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Thinking of giving up...

I have the same engine in the F800GT. Got short legs but didn't need the lower seat option. A great all round tourer with good luggage options, nice comfortable suspension and excellent handling....
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 06-06-17, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,373
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Ymmv

Read all of the above with interest! I too am quite a slow rider and have achieved 80mpg on my K6 when I first got it. This was on a long journey at a constant 60mph when I had returned to bikes...
Forum: Idle Banter 14-09-16, 09:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,172
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Stansted Airport help

Last time I flew into Stansted it took longer to get from the plane to the Car Park than it did to fly from Montpelier!
Two passport officers in attendance. Mind you, will use the auto thingy next...
Forum: Stuff Wanted 22-08-16, 09:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 479
Posted By bikerbaker
Pointy fairing YHJ

Before I deplete my bank account massively (again), has anyone got a mint or thereabouts top fairing for my K6, Candy Napoleon Blue. I'm in Essex but have been known to travel.:D
Forum: The Essex Lounge 17-08-16, 06:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,608
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Big up M-Moto

I'll try and find out what has happened. His Dad fixes Wings (Gold not bird's) and a friend must have his number. Will report back when I know.
Forum: The Essex Lounge 14-08-16, 07:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,194
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: 25th Copdock Motorcycle Show Sunda 2nd October 2016 - 9am to 5:00pm

Nah, Honda C90 Club - "The World's Crappiest Biker Gang" :)
Forum: The Essex Lounge 12-08-16, 09:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,194
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: 25th Copdock Motorcycle Show Sunda 2nd October 2016 - 9am to 5:00pm

I'm going with the Cubs. No, not Dib dib dib. (you need to be very old to get that one).
Forum: The Essex Lounge 12-08-16, 09:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,608
Posted By bikerbaker
Re: Big up M-Moto

As this post is now over 4 years old it deserves digging up and airing.
Marinus came to mine last year and fitted and balanced 2 tyres. Nice guy and reasonable with it.
Ran into him by chance...
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