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Haven't been here for a while, eh! Thanks for the replies so far. It turns over, a few weeks ago I almost had it, in fact it did start for about a minute, I kept it running as I was going to rev the shit out of it to clear out all the crap... then before I could do that it just died, and wouldn't start, but again, it was still turning over. Then the battery gradually died as I kept trying. I don't have a garage and keep it outside, and I can't access the battery easily, so I was waiting for a few weeks for a fair day when I could run an extension cable out to it and charge it. Now it is fully charged, but it's not starting. Turning over, but not igniting. Could it bee the spark plugs have got damp? Old fuel has been suggested to me a couple of times. Guess I will try and borrow a petrol can and get it topped up with some new juice.

Hi guys Wondering if you can fire a few ideas at a technaphobe... My bike won't start, I've charged the battery with an Optimate which usually does the trick but I guess it's just been sat there too long and doesn't want to play. I do though! Want to ride the damn thing!! Please answer in plain, idiot proof English as I actually know nothing about mechanics! Thanks in advance

Nice outing, thanks to all who joined us Planning next one, got a few ideas floating around if anyone's interested.

Plus there is the inevitable hanging around chatting, waiting for people to turn up etc.

Yep I'm definately up for it, I'm all for anything that can help us be more safe on the roads.

Right well Nick can't come now and as no one has bothered to reply I'm assuming no one wants to go.

What do you think The Fountain in Chi means?

Right seeing as no one has decided anything on the other thread, me and Nick have decided we are going for drinks in Chi on the 23rd Dec. Meet in The Fountain at 7.30pm, may possibly move on from there, so grab me mobile number if you're coming later on. It's a short walk from the station, no excuses now! If you lot want to come, would be great to see yas all.

I ride to work 3/4 times a week, and hoping to continue through the winter. I'm more than up for rides but I work shifts and that coupled with the unpredicatable weather leaves little hope!

Put a poll up? *avoids making decisions, have to do that too much at work*

So have we decided on a date yet Paul??

Nice idea I can make the 22nd or 23rd.

Yuck. Awful weather. Glad I did the sensible thing and stayed in bed!

Yeah Sunday would be better for me! 'Only' working until 4am so will get a few extra hours sleep

Hmmmm, what time are you guys thinking of meeting up? Cos I'm working 2300-0700 on the Friday, might need a few hours sleep!

Sure thing mate, if the weather turns out to be decent and all that.

No, cos the weather was pants!

Red, hadn't thought of that will see if I can actually find a ruler in this tip of a room Rennie, I don't even know how my seat comes up! There isn't storage under there as far as I know, as it doesn't come up with the key. I'm just realising at this point that I need a good set of tools etc., will have to get everything together gradually.

What size socket do I need to adjust my chain on my cbr600f? My Dad's one for his cb500 is too small if that helps any... Thanks

I have a helmet lock on my bike, just wear/carry the other stuff.

Hmmmm, I wonder what attractions there could possibly be in Amsterdam?

No worries, it would be boring if everyone agreed on everything all the time...I just try and avoid getting into arguments about things

Hmm I don't think I'll be coming, just looked at my bank account and not even enough for a tank of fuel! Roll on pay day.

Ahhhhhhh tooo many Sunday invitations...brain overload! Or I might just stay in and watch the F1

Yep it's a good idea, if someone can navigate cos I'll probably get us lost!