daveinlim
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Bike parking in London is a minefield. Some places you can park anywhere for free, some are free but only in designated bays, some you can only park in a baby and you have to pay. Often signs are confusing or just not there. I've been using an app called London bike bays and it's been quite helpful.
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Wish I thought of this. I got new specs and now the sun visor doesn't close on my lid. I've taken the stickers off so can't even return the lid. Lesson learnt
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I'd vote for second hand. You're not trapped in a pcp deal if you no longer like the bike. You can mod it without worrying about the terms of your PCP deal. Sell it or trade it easier and you'll likely lose less money that paying interest on a depreciating asset
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Does it count if I was stationary and someone crashed into me
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Both bikes are high on the list of people that are new to bikes and want to go as fast and crazy as they wish. They therefore have a high crash rate compared to other bikes and so higher premiums. I've heard guys say that buying a full size bike and restricting it was cheaper than just getting a bike that's lower power fro factory. Sports bikes will also be more expensive too. Maybe try a few quotes with other bikes like mt03 or restricted mt07
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Had camera and surgical equipment shoved up there for kidney issues a few years ago. Fortunately I was under general anesthetic for it. But wow the pain when peeing for the week after was like battery acid. I had to sit and hold the walls in the first few days. Miserable thing to have done but great that you are all clear. By chance I'm sat in an oncology ward at the moment, family member getting some treatment.
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I work in an office and wear a full suit. I leave my suit jackets in the office so dont have to commute with them. Also leave my shoes in the office. I wear my bike kit over these without any issues. I'd say go into your local shop as they will be able to help find a helmet and clothing that fits you right and in your budget.
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Is that your nail? Did you slice the whole top off or cut a thick lump of skin off. Hope it can be fixed
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Glad you and the bike are alright. Maybe leave the bike at home on snow days
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That's what they say alright. If they find out about the incident and even if you don't claim you're premium will go up. Madness!
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Structural damage wasnt too bad but needed all new plastics, lights, headlight housing and damaged engine casing, pegs and new exhaust. Would have nearly bought a new bike by the time all the bits were done so was forced into insurance. If it was something that would buff out I'd keep insurance out of it
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I was stopped at lights and someone when into the back of me. Cant get much more non fault than that. I expected a rise but not literally double.
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My renewal quote now says otherwise.
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On my commute when traffic is stopped, I've been filtering down this type of road marking. I was always only 90% sure it was legal as the lines are not solid. I've filtered past a few police cars and they never did anything so just assumed it is ok. Happy now someone has confirmed it's alright
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Yeah , no such thing as loyalty in this game. Move along where it benefits you. My own insurance is due soon. Looking forward to seeing how that goes after having a little (non fault) spill during the year.
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I thought they changed the rules on renewal that they have to be that same as a new customers offer now.
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Tried it twice to help lose weight. Ended up treating myself with more food for not drinking. Ended up putting on weight.
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Yeah euro 3 is the current standard although I would try get a euro 4 as they have made changes to car rules recently so I'd try preempt them changing it for bikes
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Good point. The cat N will be much cheaper than a clean one but will sell for a lot less too and will be harder to sell on. Better off buying a slightly older bike that's clean and easy to move on from unless as you say it's something you really wanted and plan to keep for a very long time
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Any chance dealers doing discounts on actual bikes as I'm in the market for one
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I've just driven 250 miles this evening. Got off the motorway to country roads. Salt has covered the lights, couldn't see a thing unless I had full beams on. Had to pull in and clean the lights to be able to see
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Is this why ford windscreens seem wierdly pixelated or something. I borrowed a fiesta last week for a weekend and it felt like the screen was smudged the entire time.
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Nice bike just not one for me. I'm used to a fairing now so it felt a bit windy, the initial throttle response feels laggy (probably due to euro 5), small tank and I don't think it's a particularly handsome machine. A lot of that is subjective to individual tastes. There's nothing wrong with it, just doesn't do it for me.
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The guy that hit me has admitted liability so it's all coming off his insurance. I'm not sure about my NCB, I'll fight it when it comes up for renewal
