Ratser

Twitter is always good for this type of nonsense. It's where I usually am these days rather than forums. But I do like to dip in now and again.

Oh aye, never say never. Just can't see it.

Used to have one, and see my old one dotting about in Glasgow sometimes. Cracking bikes that don't look or handle like a 125 really. Definitely one for the taller rider. Initially I went to get a CBR125 at the time, but found it tiny (me being 6'), so opted for the Varadero. Don't know anyone with one tho, but maybe search some of the smaller bike sellers in Scotland who may have one.

Nah got too old for them now mate. my legs and hips just cramp up on them. still love them, but for comfort, this thing is fantastic.

Took ownership of this bike a couple of weeks ago, trading in a 2018 Fireblade. Sit up position, comfy seat (if a little awkward at first as it pushes your legs out when trying to put feet down). Active suspension, quickshifter, down-blipper, slipper clutch, cruise control, heated grips, traction control, anti-wheelie, anti-skid, assisted corner breaking, cornering lights, comfy pillion seat, CP3 engine that sounds awesome, hard panniers, adjustable screen height, 2 different seat heights easily adjustable, 12v power socket, centre stand. Just such a comfortable bike to ride, and quick when it wants to be. Mode changes alter power delivery, and in Mode 1 power peaks at almost 120BHP. Depending on your riding, indicates between 50-75mpg fuel consumption. This thing glides round corners without working it. So glad to make the change, and would highly recommend. When you see how much some of it's competitors cost, this thing is well worth it.

Now sold.

Black, 9453 miles, immaculate condition. Fitted with Yoshimura end can, bar ends, engine sliders, tail tidy, oil cap, cotton reels, pazzo levers, R&G radiator & downpipe covers, HRC seat cowl & carbon hugger, HRC carbon tank pad, HRC tank bag fittings, HRC gel cushion seat, stomp grip, Optimate quick charge fitting, dark smoke screen. All original parts included in sale. Additional items: Optimate 4, HRC fitted indoor cover, HRC tank bag, Haynes Manual, DM if interested. Looking for between £6,000-6,500 ono.

Having a Korn week this week. Last week it was Power Trip, Havok, Sacred Reich & Alien Weaponry.

Test riding one of these this weekend. Looking forward to it.

Yes parts of Strathaven to Muirkirk are pretty bad where it opens out. Muirkirk to Douglas is a good road too tho, then down thru Rigside to Lanark or on further to Biggar.

Two Wheels are great guys. Stuart Gray is the man to speak to up there. We have bought 5 bikes from him, and also recently were taken to Knockhill Honda VIP. Expense wise for services etc, they aren't any more expensive than other dealerships. Avoid Saltire, pile of shite and aren't interested unless you are buying a new bike from them.

I'm east end as well, but on a Fireblade. I always wave to everyone anyway.

Hate that Dukes Pass. Not a great road for a Fireblade. Go to East Kilbride, out to Strathaven, down to Muirkirk, then to Sorn, over to Galston, thru Darvel back towards Strathaven, to EK again is a good wee loop.

Is he not having a good time at the NW200? I haven't been keeping up with it. I think Dunlop is more likely to do a supersport than Dean too, but I just really want him to win one . He hasn't looked that fast other than on the stock really. Still getting to grips on the SBK.Pulled in on the supersport race, but not sure if he got caught up in the melee at the first roundabout when Jessop came off. Some were getting 10 sec penalties, and not sure if he was one of them either. Of course the TT is a different animal, & I hope he is on it and his bikes perform. Hutchy is another well off the pace, further back than MD. He started stock race in second wave such was his qualifying time. Of course not all down to the man & his recovery either, as only been on those machines about 2 weeks at most. Harrison and Hillier were excellent on Supersport last night. Rutter and Hicky awesome on the stockers, as was MD.

He will need to get the finger out on that bike then mate. Only his stocker looking up for it at the moment. Still don't think Hutchy has a chance this year. Just too soon for him I think.

Hutchy won't win any this year I don't think. Peter Hickman - Superbike Dean Harrison - Supersport Michael Dunlop - Superstock Jimbo Hillier - Supersport Peter Hickman - Senior Superbike Dean Harrison - Lightweight

Looking forward to it. 9 more working days. Will be marshalling at Sarah's on the Friday practice and Saturday race. And yes, the weather better stay good. I'll have the new blade over as well, she is letting me.

He is on 1000RR.co.uk forum.