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Wish my stuff still fitted from my running days

I use EDZ stuff - wicks sweat away and is really comfy. As to whether it keeps you cool, nothing will do that! Wear it as your only under layer and it works well. (ie don't wear a t shirt over top of it!)

The UK test is the SHARP test. IMO not that good, but gives an idea. All lids are EU compliant, so all are safe. If you are looking for sub £100 lids, as has been said, fit is the important thing (they all do the same thing afterall!). You could get a £500 lid and if it doesn't fit then it is useless. 'Problem' with cheaper end lids is the weight issue. They tend to be heavier, but it is what you get used to and what you are going to do. If you are racing then the weight may be an issue, if commuting then not so much. Look at the HJC range for price/fit/comfort/weight. Caberg are a good choice for many (not my style tbh), KBC aren't a bad lid either. Good luck, shop around as many places as you can and don't impulse buy the first one you find! Look at the HJC ranges

No such thing as CBT or even lessons when I did mine - booked, turned up and passed. Didn't even have 'minors' in those days!

If you won't wear it from a safety point, why would it be OK for a pillion?

Check your tyre pressures, and condition of your tyres. If they are worn, gone out of 'profile' this could either cause or exaggerate the oscilation. Wrong pressure could also amplify or cause an issue. Check tyre is sitting squarely on the rim too. Do you have a top box or carrier fitted? This can also effect handling as you describe (especially at certain speeds as other dynamics start to kick in).

This is the full ACPO document for dealing with motorcycle enforcement http://irsa-association.org/wp-content/ ... ebsite.pdf

Just a quick reminder that Humberside BikeSafe launch is today (Sunday 26 April) from 1000am at the Humber Bridge Car Park. Brilliant sunshine in the Hull & East Riding area so if you want an assesed ride and some tips on getting the best out of your riding, or you're at a loss for something to do, have a ride over. It's in the main car park on the Hull side of the bridge signed toward the visitors centre and country park.

Nowt wrong with AGV - but as stated, shop around and find lid that fits well. Anything will be quieter than a Roof, and will feel comfortable too!

Both organisations offer similar training methods (advanced is the same no matter what terms you use!). Differences are that RoSPA are made up of RoADAR local groups (RoSPA Advanced Driver And Riders Groups) each of which are autonomous but have the umbrella cover of international organisation, RoSPA. Each group basically is it's own entity. IAM is a national with local groups. IAM take their lead from the national organisation. RoSPA test is teired - Bronze Silver Gold (and fail of course!) with a retest every three years to keep your skill levels up. IAM is a one off test which lasts for life. OK provided one keeps up with current trends and remains disciplined in the techniques! Both offer social sides, and this can vary between regions. Some areas RoSPA is better socially, others IAM is the better - depends on the members. IAM tend to turn up en masse and tutors are allocated weekly. RoSPA will allocate a 'permenant' tutor for consistency. Again this can vary between groups. IAM have a set national price structure. RoSPA varies due to the autonomous nature of each group. Hope this helps!

Ruck sacks even empty could break your back if the ruffled up and created a 'high spot' against your spine.

Always have your glove tops INSIDE your sleeves too. Helps keep water out of your gloves!

0 Helmet - As PPF says - legal requirement 1 Gloves (armoured) - Not necessarily 'armoured' but sturdy. If you damage your hands you can't do anything, write, use a computer, eat, drink etc. It's what sets us apart from the other animals - our dexterity 2 Boots (motorcycle) - Again, shattered ankles = loss of mobility 3 Jacket (armoured, leather or textile) Modern textiles are extremely good and with a built in back protector gives you all you need. 4 Trousers (larmoured, eathers or textile) 5 Back protector - personal choice. I prefer ones integral to jacket, can't get on with seperate ones 6 Extra armour (chest and new inserts for elbows etc) - Provided it is CE wouldn't bother. There are different levels though, if you have all the gear and want to upgrade the choice is yours

I got the Multitec last year - cracking helmet, as you say very light and very comfortable. Toured Germany last year in mine, the flip was so useful when the weather got warm. Watertight visor (unlike my previous HJC Sy-Max). Use the Pin Lock insert though. Not a lot of face shield ventilation, although the top vent does work quite well. Good choice of lid RT

New spark plugs - You will have saturated the current ones.

Foam plugs work well, but replace them regularly to avoid infection. Make a huge difference. They cut out the damaging noise (windrush) frequencies, but you can still hear important stuff, like traffic, iPod(lol) etc. I use moulded ones now, expensive but even more effective. All plugs take some getting used to initially, so give it a few trips to get used to them. The foam ones are cheaper by the bagful too! (try internet or smoewhere like Hein Gericke or similar).

Yes - it is CE approved which means t has gone through European Type approval tests - fit for purpose to be sold in the European states (of which we are one) This superceded the 'BS kite mark some time ago. The Gold ACU labels you get on some lids are not a legal requirement, they are to show it is fit for race purposes. These are largely pointless anyway as they are available to buy from some quarters Yes your lid is legal

Not sure of the leccies on a Duck Hatty, but total loss sounds like regulator/rectifier if it isn't a fuse. Even if it is a fuse then why has that blown?

If you want proper moulded ones, don't buy cheap/DIY ones http://www.ultimateear.com/motorcycle.htm

I have leathers, but never wear the jacket, prefering Goretex. However I favour Leather pants in even winter with a pair of lightweight waterproof over pants if it is really wet. Up to you really, protection is a non issue - if leather is better then why wear g-tex in winter when there is probably more chance of sliding off through the conditions?

Cold engine and moisture therein can create the emulsion. Warm thoroughly, then drop oil and change it - I would be tempted to change it again after a thousand miles to remove any crap

I used the Hammerite Black on mine - was impressed with finish too. Re the 'nick' in it, mask off the fairing, light rub over with grit paper and give it another coat.

I do this trip every year May-June time. Even this time of year it can be very wet! My preference is leather pants and vented textile jacket (I use Hein Gericke - have found them to breathe better than cheaper stuff like Akito etc.-which I have also tried!) A pair of waterproof over trousers folded in a tank bag will suffice to keeps legs dry. Get waterproof gloves, something like Alpinestar 365's as an all rounder or takes a pair of light weight and a pair of waterproofs. Get waterproof boots, forget fashion!

My $0.2 worth - Painted shells shouldn't be subject to UV damage like polycarb (or I suppose CF) My understanding is it is more to do with the styrene inner that compacts and degrades. My lids have a 3-5 years use, but usually closer the 3 year mark

Here are the dates/details for Humberside (Hull/East Yorks/NE Lincs/North Lincs) BikeSafe 2009 Humberside BikeSafe team invites all motorcyclists to one of their workshop days. On the day your current skills will be assessed and you will be offered advice to help make your riding safer and more enjoyable. The workshop days are from 8.30am – 3.30pm and is split between a classroom session and an on the road assessment ride. They cost £35 per person and places are limited to 15 riders a session. Workshop sessions 2009 Sunday 10th May – Beverley Sunday 17th May – Beverley Sunday 24th May – Grimsby Saturday 6th June – Brigg Saturday 4th July – Beverley Sunday 19th July – Brigg Saturday 1st August – Beverley Sunday 6th September – Beverley To book your place ring 07989 396 795