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you could use grass roots football training saucer type cones 50no for less than a tenner

I'm unsure of the regulations. Is that not a complete unit anyway . I think it refers to folks removing the halogen lamp/bulb and installing the LED lamp/bulb in its place. Not entirely sure

I assume it relates to the content and appendices of an MOT testers manual.

We have gadgets, but the ones I most like is the Blink smart camera set up. One at the front door the other covering the garage. Linked to our phones and echo show, the cameras have built in speakers, great for speaking to the delivery driver without opening the door or watching them throw the parcel over the fence

I've got lazy, I don't use them unless I have too.

This topic has no doubt been covered several times however FYI 4.1.4 comes into effect on the 1st Feb 2021 If such a conversion has been done, the ATC must fail the headlamp. My local garaged messaged me to say apparently VOSA will be very hot on this and as an mot testing centre they will have no choice as to implement the regulation change.

I commute every day on the MT07 (until covid19) which also meant filtering on every commute. Part of my route is on the A580 which is a very busy and dangerous road at times, when I filter through the traffic and make my way to the front at traffic lights, if I pull in front of an HGV I always turn around and make sure the driver has seen me or I acknowledge the driver with a . Bike safe course every year for me, my commuting has left a lot to be desired in the past.

I bought myself an old man ass cushion (Air Hawk) makes a big difference on transit days when I need to cover 500+ miles

MT07 v KTM 1290SAS. I commute on an MT07, small bike and bags of fun to ride. Its also a bike that has enough power and gives me the confidence to get out of trouble easily and quickly. Both feet flat footed and its very light and easy to manoeuvre, its an enjoyable ride home in the summer (its longer going home than going to work ) Hardly any difference in MPG between the MT and the KTM. The MT to me feels roughly the size of a 125 but more fun to ride IMO. Could I tour on the MT07 'yes'. Would I tour on it, 'probably only for a few days'. Would I carry pillion on the MT 'No'. Would I commute on the KTM 'No', its too big n heavy for town riding' Ideal for big mileage days and touring in comfort and can carry more than a credit card. With the KTM Its nice to know you have the power to accelerate up the twisties in the likes of the Alps with pillion and luggage, ample power, torque, speed and all day comfort. I have a friend who likes to tour in the Picos on his Honda Cub, I think he is mad, he loves it (we never tour together ) But that's just my tuppence, its each to their own isn't it.

Some great advice so far. I am leaning towards the Jetboil or similar to be honest, I've never used other fuels like meths for cooking. I also like the speed the Jetboil stove will bring water to the boil, it appears very simple to use and packs away small enough for me.

Do you need a wind shield when using it, which would you say is the better fuel, gas or meths.

Buying a bike during Lockdown wasn't my smartest idea however, at least I managed to get a good deal. I need to get some miles covered this year, only managed 2K this year. We have booked a week in the vendee (July). While we have been in lockdown I have created 6 tours in the old Basecamp app. Options at the ready for that window of opportunity . Lets hope we all get the chance to fulfil some of our plans, if not all of them

I bought the PC8 many years ago, great bit of kit, also bought the headlight upgrade for the Strom I owned at the time. I have used this on both the Strom and BMW, excellent quality and well made. (Err I Still have the PC8 if anyone is interested )

Did you get the idea from a Heath Robinson illustration. I admire your enthusiasm, but how many gadgets do you need, is it switched or unswitched asking for a friend

Found some great info in this thread, especially for someone who prefers not to camp when touring by bike (Although not totally unfamiliar to camping, as a family we like to go camping in France, taking the van, and all the gear is usually not a problem). Anyhow not knowing how next years travel/touring is going to pan out, I am now looking at options, one of them is a mixture of transitional style accommodation (Ibis/Campanile type) and then possibly 4 nights camping in Switzerland. I think I have everything covered except for a stove. Any recommendations, I only need it for making a brew or at a push camping food like Wayfayrer Chicken Tikka in a bag. I have been looking at two types. a) the Jetboil system, but its expensive, b) Whisperlite or similar multifuel type stove. I have never used a multifuel type small stove before, any recommendations for anything else, or experience of using either would be fully appreciated.

Hello I cant really recall how I chose my first bike (so long ago now) but after every bike I sold, I looked back and thought, that was a good bike. Now when looking for a new bike I think what do I need it to do, where do I want to go and how long in the saddle am I going to realistically spend. How much to run, insurance cost etc and how much does the bike cost to buy. Test ride if you can, but I also tried to sit on as many as I could. (Motorcycle Live Show was good for this) I run a little MT07 for my commute, also with 30l rucksack. Small and nimble and easy to cut through the traffic can flat foot both feet however for touring and weekend fun I use the Katoom. I once bought a BMW R850R and thought it was the Bees Knees until I bought the CBR600F, then the R1, then the K12, you get my drift. good luck with your search

I would suggest take your time and test ride some bikes before you buy (if you can) just be mindful you need something to take you and your Mrs and all your with you and watch the weight. I could tour on the little MT but I couldn't take the Mrs.

Is this still the Merry Christmas Thread. If it is, Merry Christmas everyone

It also makes me wonder what tools 'Sold Secure' were using too

No issues in this house, always had a bike since the day I passed my test and long before I got married. After my off a few years back it was the wife that bought me the Beemer for my Birthday. Both her and the youngest (12) enjoy coming out on the bike. No issues with touring either, I don't publish many rides at present because of the sheeite weather and my commute to work is very boring and not worth filming. I was out last Sunday and will probably be out tomorrow, but it wont be worth filming (a short ride to the church yard) but I do try to get out at least 2 Sundays out of four, even if its raining.

All sounds great. I Almost got stung by my mobile phone service provider who said my Go Roam Data allowance could be used in 71 destinations around the world, great I thought, then I crossed the border into Montenegro. My roaming charges for one day = £240 fortunately I got this reduced to £40. Now I keep it simple - as I don't ride or tour in groups, I've no need to connect to 15 other riders. I'm fine with my cheapish Interphone comms kit, me and the mrs can talk to each other and receive phone calls along with directions from the sat nav. I prefer a dedicated nav and to keep it simple I do all my route planning via Garmin basecamp.

I nod or wave to all bikes and I don't give a shit if they don't acknowledge it.

I commute all year and regularly apply ACF50. I also rinse the bike off after riding on salty roads. I have also bought one of those hair dryers for pets. Once I have rinsed the bike in cold water, it only takes a few minutes to dry the bike with the dryer before I put it away. I usually warm my spray bottle in some warm water before applying the ACF50. I don't know why but it seems to be easier to apply (probably in my head anyway) use a microfiber cloth to wipe the excess off and apply elsewhere.

Sounds like you did alright.

Thats neat, I've never come across/seen that before.