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Old 16-08-14, 09:38 AM   #1
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Saw 1 of both of these totally independent of each other in the Derbyshire Dales yesterday, taking me instantly back to the late 70s and my 'blossoming' interest in anything 2 wheels/engine.

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Those were the days my friend
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Old 16-08-14, 10:06 AM   #3
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"Proper" bikes!!!!!!!!! 😛😍
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Yes, those were the days
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Those were the days my friend
. . I thought they'd never end . .
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Unfortunately they did, happy carefree days, where did all the good times go?

Less work, more free time.
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Love them 6 pot machines. Sound luuuuvly with the right pipe on.
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These were more me

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Old 17-08-14, 10:30 PM   #9
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Saw 1 of both of these totally independent of each other in the Derbyshire Dales yesterday, taking me instantly back to the late 70s and my 'blossoming' interest in anything 2 wheels/engine.

I had the Yamaha XJ650... Worst bike I ever had...!!!
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How come? I bought one in 82 (not the silly turbo though) and loved it
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