gymwitch

Took my front wheel off to get a new tyre tomorrow. Will have a look at brake pads tomorrow too and give it all a good clean. Got those pretty red wheels on it that are an absolute menace to clean but they do look good when they're done

Awww thanks so much !!! Sorry im late to the party i did have a good one but i cant remember it now

Honest opinion. Ive made my own tank protector to not only obviously protect the tank but to also cover a couple of dents and what not. The vinyl I'll be using is shiny black.... do you think it will look ok?

Just been to show my mum as she has always shown an interest. Whipped down the bypass like a little rocket. I have faceache from the grinning

So thrilled with it. Couldnt be happier

Get out and enjoy it. If you dont enjoy it, pass it on. Nothing ventured. 

On 09/11/2021 at 20:37, linuxrob said:

Depends on how tall you are John. I am 5ft 5ins and a bit and found mine to be OK round town but great over 50mph. Wrists got the brunt of it. It was so much fun i wonder why i sold it (2010) mine was an import F reg with MPH speedo.

 

Pics please, we all want to see it.

here's mine when it was clean.

stunning

Aaaand this is what she looks like now. Another 100 mile clocked up and an epic day of grinning.

Well done on your pass. The more you get out the quicker your confidence will grow. I started out doing small runs to shops, friends and my mums. My commute to work was good too but meant me coming home down country roads in the dark. Occassionally id be bullied to go quicker so i just indicated,pulled over and let them past. You've as much right to be on the road as anybody. 

Enjoy !!!

2 hours ago, Ian Frog said:

Well done @gymwitch hopefully your new love affair will start as soon as the decent weather lets you.

Fair play to @oldgrump for his work.

Looking forward to pics and a proper update of what was needed for the resurrection.

Cheers

Ian

Going for a potter round locally tomorrow so will get pics and a vid.

Wow what an adventure this little bike has been !!! Picked her up yesterday, had visions of not making it round the block but Mr and Mrs Oldgrump said not to worry they would meet us somewhere with it in their van. What amazing people. 

Anyway Mr Oldgrump in front and Andy behind me, we set off on my first test ride. After a couple ifcorners and road ends i quickly felt more comfortable. Mr Oldgrump took us to the bypass and we said our goodbyes. 90 miles later still grinning we got back to camp site. 

No video cos hubs csmera was facing his bike instrument panel

So here the journey ends and begins !!! Ill sort vids and pics when we get home.

Picking her up from @oldgrump the legend on Friday !!! Please dont let me drop this bike  

I have helped one neighbour rescue a cbr600 from being scrapped. Hes just got that going and another neighbour told my hubby that hes well jelous about our bikes and is getting himself one whoooop. Thats now 7 bikers on this tiny street

On 15/10/2021 at 23:38, oldgrump said:

Well I did somethink stupid!! I fell off.

Can't believe it's 21 year's since I dropped a bike? And the first time with the wife on the bike in over 38yrs.

Went to ride over a Car park metal exit ramp, the bike just seemed to stop halfway,  and next thing we're both laying on the grass bank,  had to laugh. 

Luckily no real damage,  bent front brake lever,  and as we picked bike up noticed nice piece of metal in rear tyre!!

Didn't touch it,  checked pressure after 50miles,  fine, so just carried on the last 90 miles home. 

More bloody expense .

 

Oh no. Not good !!!

Squeeeeee !!!! Flew through MOT no advisories getting closer

Heres the latest. Never sounded so good !!! Thanks @oldgrump!!!

23 hours ago, Ian Frog said:

Thats good to hear !

Cheers

Ian

Hi Ian

Yes its very exciting !!! To be honest now that ive been riding the NC750s for practically everyday since i got it im looking forward to the 400 even more. It doesnt look as daunting now

The update is long overdue but the bike is in the capable hands of @oldgrumpwho has been doing an amazing job. She sounds amazing now and im so freaking excited. Today it feels real that im actually going to be able to ride it in the not so distant future !!!

They look awesome. 

54 minutes ago, Ian Frog said:

Yes we went up and around Rutland and on our way back discovered that speed camera vans love the A47 on a Sunday 

Also spotted a cafe in a layby near the village of Tixover that had loads of bikes parked up so one to investigate another time.

Cheers

Ian

Yes we came across a couple of speed vans yesterday i hope you didnt get zapped !!!

12 hours ago, Ian Frog said:

Northants is very bright and sunny at the moment !

I wonder how long it will last?

Cheers

Ian

I meant East we are already as west as it gets unless we go to Ireland Whitby it was. Wow what a lovely place too. Did you get out?

Just about to climb aboard and head for any blue sky we can find.... looks like west is our best bet. 

1 hour ago, Ian Frog said:

It is a wise person who recognises when it is best to seek help if they are getting no nearer to completing a restoration/refurbishment.

I applaud you for having that sense and hope you will reap the benefits soon.

Cheers

Ian

Thanks !!! Im really looking forward to it. 

Handed the nc23 over to @oldgrump who has very kindly offered to undo all the things ive done wrong and get her going again. Thank you so much you absolute legend. 

Getting a bit boring free wheeling it out the shed and down the drive....