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03-09-13, 08:14 PM
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New bike!!
I am now the proud owner of a pearl white 650 V-Strom.
Got it at a rather large discount as its an ex demo. Also got the first couple services free. |
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03-09-13, 08:38 PM
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Re: New bike!!
yeah after dropping off Matt's bag, took him down to the dealer to get it
Few Pics and a bit of video
Facebook album here.
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03-09-13, 08:48 PM
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Re: New bike!!
Good stuff
You liking the more upright riding position then Matt? How does the engine compare to your old bike?
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03-09-13, 08:49 PM
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New bike!!
It's the same engine and I love the riding position!!
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03-09-13, 08:53 PM
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Re: New bike!!
I'll give you 50p for the broken one
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03-09-13, 08:54 PM
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New bike!!
Err no.
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03-09-13, 08:57 PM
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New bike!!
But for pillion use as well? Bit underpowered IMO. BUT if you are happy...
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03-09-13, 08:58 PM
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Re: New bike!!
Quote:
What you doing with the broken one
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03-09-13, 08:59 PM
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New bike!!
Well, I shan't be needing big power with a pillion. Seems to have plenty of power for me though, pulls like a train.
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03-09-13, 08:59 PM
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New bike!!
I'm going to fix it over the winter.
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