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I live in one of 2 merged "towns" one is famous for being up itself the other is the "poor" part. Its funny here in the poor part there is 95% of the time a brilliant gentlemen system. Stopping flashing cars to pass etc in the other half of town its real cut throat and you NEVER indicate or its a sign of weakness.. We have a bend similar to that you describe with cars parked randomly round it it can be bugger and its the 1 place the gentlemen system brakes down. If I have time really enjoy it when I have to reverse the 100m round the bend to save some one reversing 10m against there right of way. Do you know how hard you can make it look to reverse a Landrover? You cannot see behind you you have to open the door to have a look. You can really make it look so very difficult. It can take considerable amount of time, especially if a car comes up behind you. There is one particular mercedes I made a real hash of it for... I met them a week or so later going the other way they did not look happy, I only had to go back the 15m round a park car strangely I could suddenly reverse that in seconds. One car even decided I would have to reverse the bike, I popped side stand down and prepared to dismount. They very quickly changed there mind, I don't know what they where thinking I was going to do.... A shame I needed to practice my manual handling and it was going to be a good 50m back to first passing place

Coolfire IV Plus I make my own juice often with very little flavour down to 3 nicotine now. Have tried stopping but misses says I get short tempered and everything is every one else's fault!! I just crack the window and let it all out the window and let it out. Worst smoke accumulation I had was collecting daughter from school it was raining and I only had little gap in Window. After about 30 minutes the smog had built up, I did not notice until I had collected my daughter opened the car door and this smog was just rolling out On my own it is very satisfying watching clouds of vae float around the room, reminds me of my granddads pipe.

I am glad I am not the only one who got told the same.. I still do the same most of the time, it depends on traffic conditions..

Don't it seems about 10 years ago when I started on FB I suddenly acquired allot of friends from my secondary school. I have moved out the area and had not kept in touch, it seems before we hit 35 we had lost nearly 1/5 of our year... Not certain that's normal...

OK Guys just thought I would update this, did not get to J&S Birmingham traffic at bottom of M42 was Chocker looped south of birmingham and hit A/ B roads rest of way (will remember that route for the bike ). Continued gear shopping down here, ok my lady (who gear is for) is larger lady clothing size 18/20 (mens XL) she is now becoming totally demoralised with the whole thing. First thing she has learned is her dress size has gone up 6-8 sizes, and clothes are cut for some strange people. In men's sizes she is anywhere between 2xl and 5XL. I am not naming and shaming shops but I can say we have visited most of the large ones and some of the smaller ones down here. Some of the quotes we have had... This is not restricted to one shop. Whilst wearing textiles on a wet day "Oh yes you would be better of in jeans they are much more forgiving". Large shop with lots of choice of clothing "That jacket over there third from end they are the ones that will fit". "We have nothing of your size we will have to order in". Oh and asking for help but just being left waiting, how can you buy boots if they will not bring you the size to try on? OK we are not looking at top end gear just yet but something she can learn what she likes and does not like, its still going to be a few £100. A couple of these shops has seen a few £100 of my money for my gear but still do not seem to be interested... Plus being Female if its quality she likes it she will buy it...

Since we are covering ignorant Twats in cars. Thank heavens I guessed what was coming and had eased of a touch in landrover, seeing an on coming pushbike and car on brow of previous hill... Get to top of middle hill twat in car is coming head on on wrong side of road over taking pushbike. Anchors on hard in landy, hand on horn daughter flung hard on seat belt. Any loose stuff sliding forward and twat in car coming the other way sticks finger up and gives me w**ker signals. Pushbike rides on oblivious to it all, a typical day on the roads now days...

My suggestion and our plan for first calling trip is to pick some where a couple of hours up the road. Load your bike up and try a night then see what you really need and can ride with.... Essentials for us: Tent, Blow up beds (heavy) Coffee making gear Sleeping bags Phones After that depends what we are comfy with...

Thats the one I am eyeing up looks big.... Its on route but Birmingham traffic :/

Looking for gear shopping out of my area for various reasons. Route M40 M42 M6 M54 A41 (I am in a car) Any suggestions for gear shopping enroute, I am aware of Deamon tweeks in North Wales Any others you would recommend looking for affordable: Intercom. Female, Boots, Jacket, Jeans amongst others.

Just thought I would update this as I have still not resolved... I have been looking at com's systems between me and Misses my Lidl set is still working but if you want to talk you cannot hear the SatNav. This is good reference if 2 years old: http://moto-intercom.co.uk/news/blog/6-intercom-systems-for-motorcycles-with-conference" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Cardo: http://www.cardosystems.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/comparison-chart-2015-International.png" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Sena: Sadly I cannot find such a handy little table Seems the top end Sena and Cardo systems give music & satnav overlayed with intercom... Whilst looking the following set came to my attention (probably on here), looks a good set but misses a few features for Pillion but thought others might be interested £85... http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/cardo-scala-rider-qz-motorcycle-bluetooth-hands-free-kit-p45476.htm#description" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Or top end this one is cheap if you have spare cash.... http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/accessories-c11/communication-systems-c207/cardo-scala-rider-packtalk-system-p14683" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; http://www.tritoncycles.co.uk/accessories-c11/communication-systems-c207/cardo-scala-rider-packtalk-duo-system-p14685/s42809?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=cardo-scala-rider-packtalk-duo-system-btsrptd&utm_campaign=product%2Blisting%2Bads&gclid=CjwKEAjw5vu8BRC8rIGNrqbPuSESJADG8RV0XYc_rt2vR_CoEUW-6nrDv0pqiEsdQ7belwNLxvXw9RoCzFHw_wcB" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Just ideas

I am still looking for intercom between me and Pillion and phone. Its tough choice for twin set as the good ones are only a little bit more when you start adding the features up... Presently still using £20 lidl set it works but bot without issues satnav will not talk to you when using as intercom is a biggy... This might help when it comes to phone Nav apps http://www.themotorbikeforum.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=82&t=59748" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Just to play devils advocate, if your serious about a commuter suit... I would seriously consider one of these or similar... http://www.fc-moto.de/Alpinestars-360-R-Drystar-Suit?gclid=CjwKEAjwqpK8BRD7ua-U0orrgkESJADlN3YBa0ZDj-jKISEG35ilIT8FkgDSvC6ONVuSXaNBHf2mRBoCZtPw_wcB" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Although not the prettiest thing they are useful. I have a Spada all in one that is great when I am going on courses etc I can change out of biker gear in 2 minutes. Iused to do it every day at the station really handy...

Agree and having the flexibility to get your leg over... Then there is gravely car parks/ junctions and problems trying to paddle it round when parking, riding is the easy bit. Some people manage better than others, allot depends on various other factors. I know when my friend attempted the MOD2 on the larger bike the examiners where not at all happy about her doing it on a bike that was "to big for her". This is after several thousand miles on her 125...

Others will explain test requirements better than me..... A friend feels your pain she recently had this nightmare with 28" inside leg she really struggled to find a school with bike low enough for her for MOD 1 & 2. There was one that was lowered that she did MOD1 on and she attempted MOD2 on but really was to tall. In the end she bought a bike to do her test on, caused some problems for insurance but nothing insurmountable. If your down this way or want to chat to her I am sure she will do all she can to help. In the end she ended up with a Kwaker Kawasaki 650 Vulcan I think (she swears its the lowest big bike on the market), even on that she has removed the pillion seat to help her get her leg over...

Glad to know its appreciated... I do try to keep it updated on a facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1625261391095072/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Weekly Bike Nights Please note many of these are seasonal please check before attending.... Link to locations.... https://drive.google.com/open?id=1F.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Monday: Swanage Bay Bike Night ALL YEAR EVENT https://www.facebook.com/groups/SwanageBayBikeNight/920385888017343/?ref=notif&notif_t=group_activity" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; The Parish Lantern - (between Salisbury and Romsey) https://www.facebook.com/events/169.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Pompy Bike Night I hear rumour Monday Nights Clarence Esplanade, but no confirmation or link. East Dorset MAG Meet 2nd Monday of the month Seaview Pub in Poole. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ed.mag/?ref=ts&fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Tuesday: Bashley Manor Bike meet 10am At Bashley manor Cafe (Sammy Millers) a friendly bunch of miss fits https://www.facebook.com/groups/925934850831997/?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Poole Bike Night https://www.facebook.com/groups/11908800953/?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Bugad Classic Bikes (NOT the Poole bike night) https://www.facebook.com/Bugadcom?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Ria’s Waltham Chase 17:30 - 21:30 https://www.facebook.com/Riascafe/?.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Wednesday Lunch Time Flowerpots Cheriton - ALL YEAR EVENT A lunch time classic orientated meet..... http://www.flowerpots.f2s.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Riverside Cafe West Stour Dorset Vintage Motorcycles - Noon 1st Monday of the Month https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. MSN Minstead ALL YEAR EVENT https://www.facebook.com/pages/Motorcycle-Social-Night-MSN/510579125709437?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Bittern Bike Meet All bikes, scooters and trikes welcome. A334 Thornhill park road,Southampton https://www.facebook.com/groups/171221676361289/permalink/515566551926798/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Station Cafe Alton https://www.facebook.com/StationcafeAlton?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; The White Horse at Quidhampton https://www.facebook.com/whitehorsequidhampton/photos/a.744346098946112.1073741830.688499014530821/989616604419059/?type=3&theater" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Churchill Arms - Alderholt https://talkbox.impactapp.com.au/co.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Hayling Island Bike Night. https://www.facebook.com/Pennysatcreekroad/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; HenstridgeAir Field Every 4thWednesday https://www.facebook.com/groups/Henstridgeairfieldbikersblast/?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Thursday: The Clifton Hotel, Easton Portland WINTER ONLY! I have been told it moves to Sundays afternoons when Weymouth Bike night on. https://www.facebook.com/events/1658731981048152/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Weymouth 1800 by the clock tower on the seafront. https://www.facebook.com/weymouth.bikenight/timeline" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; New Forest Inn Ashurst https://www.facebook.com/pages/BIKE-NIGHT/313854405145" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Southampton Bike Night Located in the Below Bargate Precinct (Was Mayflower Park Southampton) https://www.facebook.com/MayflowerBikeNightSouthampton" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; True Lover Knot https://www.facebook.com/groups/961261730585839/?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Salisbury Bike Night: (First Thursday of the month) https://www.facebook.com/salisburybikenight/?fref=nf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Bashley Tea Rooms/ Sammy Millers (Monthly) https://www.facebook.com/groups/925934850831997/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Friday: Western Shore Southampton https://www.facebook.com/groups/1402042243437509/?fref=ts" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Saturday Riverside Cafe West Stour Dorset Vintage Motorcycles - Last Saturday of the month https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Sundays: Bikes at the Bell ALL YEAR EVENT https://www.facebook.com/groups/244.." onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. Sarum Sundays. ALL YEAR EVENT Sarum Bikers 12 miday till 1700 ish. Tea Coffee Burgers.. https://www.facebook.com/groups/274750919275114/?hc_location=ufi" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; The Clifton Hotel, Easton Portland - Summer only. Sister event to Thursday meet. Sunday afternoon’s..

Have been looking into this... Portsmouth - France Ferries around £230 Ireland Around £ 200 IOM Around £180 Euro Tunnel £80 But we have to get to Folkestone in 1 hour hops form here that's not a nice journey M3/M25 or coast road through Brighton. And Shock horror IOW £38.50! That's cheaper than a foot passenger rate for open return on some routes... Always nice to take inspiration from others as we always seem to choose the same places LOL...

Scotland & Back from here in 4 days is a hike even for hardened biker... We have been there before in the past I have spent much time up there and would always go back... My good lady though thats a long time on a bike after only being Pillion a handful of times...

Not a question I ever imagined asking but I would like suggestions for a few days away with my good lady on the bike (for her birthday weekend no less)... We can be based Saturday (2nd July) morning for the start in: Hampshire, Oxfordshire or the Wirral... Restrictions we want to do 1 hour stops shes not that bike aclimatised yet, although she has done a 150 mile day. Then her first suggestion was Ireland! My suggestion was the IOM. I was going to start this just asking about biker friendly accommodation on the IOM, then I figured we do tend to follow the weather. So will not book until next week. So looking for your favourite haunts and places to stay, should not be all bikey although it will be our prime mode of transport. All suggestions appreciated.

And this is what I do for a living (motorcycle crash investigation) and I am not even prepared to make comment. Insufficient information and facts You guys aint as much fun as another forum I am a member of, there ColReg threads can go for weeks assumptions made hypotheses drawn ... Whats even better is you can wait for it to start calming down, post one post and of it all goes again The only thing that is reliable is it will be the OP's fault

Now I maybe wrong here, but it did get me to check my Highway code. If its like the orange blob green star drawing... On roundabout you give priority to traffic on your right. As long as you entered roundabout and he was not on it he should of given way to you, he made the mistake by trying to cut ahead and not giving you room. I cannot see where it says you not need a clear exit. I see it as such enough space (a gap) to safely join flow of traffic on roundabout, once your on it if traffic slows or your exit becomes blocked you slow/ stop and are stuck... If you see your exit is blocked it is good practice to wait until its clear if possible. The highway code says In all cases watch out for and give plenty of room to traffic crossing in front of you on the roundabout. Which you should (of) but at the end of the day he misjudged it I agree 50/50 would seem reasonable.

I though "OK Google" did not work on my Lidl headset but maybe it will now going to have to try it with new settings.. Great side track... I also found this: http://moto-intercom.co.uk/news/blog/6-intercom-systems-for-motorcycles-with-conference" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Quite a neat comparison...

OK my partner now goes Pillion quite happily my Lidl best intercom with plug between the 2 helmet works.... Unless your doing over 40 mph you are both listening to the same music and you cannot talk over it.... Plus you have to unplug and plug in every time you get on the bike. None of this is difficult but is there a set out there that.... 1) Reduces coms problems due to wind etc 2) Uses FM Bluetooth or what ever so we can talk when when not connected by wire, 3) Allows music to be played (bluetooth/ phone satnav) and us to talk over it (or has vox operation), 4) Allows greater control over phone than music start/ stop and last number dialed, 5) Allows intercommunication between other intercom systems (friends etc) 6) Has FM Radio for listening, These are probably in order of priority for us any suggestions? If it cannot achieve 3/4 out of the 6 above we maybe better of with the £20 Lidel option.

Not I phone based but andriod based... Might give idea lots of apps out there these are the ones I have tried... http://www.themotorbikeforum.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=82&t=59748" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I am going to award it to the lady in the green car in Burton today, coming the other way. The car comes round the corner about 400m away and slowly veers over to the wrong side of the road. IE head on with me she then proceeds head on at at me slowing a little. I am breaking hard with new 10 mile old front break pads. I come to a stop and she is still approaching I am considering dropping bike and running when she slows to walking pace continues a little further puts full left lock and drives round me No signals, no apology, no acknowledgement of rather pale faced and irate biker she just carries on.....

MOD1 Only teaches more handling not road sence, most idiot riders do not seem short on bike skills but short on manners/ road sense. That can only be taught on the road unless they improve the theory very considerably and make that compulsory before CBT. Road sence can be learned on pushbikes as well and as passenger in another vehicle but mainly comes with experiance. So were not allowed to elimante people due to Darwinisum any more?