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Granite is definitely a factor in tyre wear. Very poor quality of tarmac is another issue. Then you add the twisted roads that you really ride probably a wee bit faster than would be wise to do...

A pair of £300 shoes move and are nothing more than an ornament

I'll just say one thing. I got divorced for much less...

For one bike you're better off with included in the insurance policy. Make sure you read all the t&C's because the cheaper option usually only covers 10 miles rescue and you're stuck again in a different location. I've used green flag and they are really good. When the shadow burnt the VR they just pick it up and dropped at my door. Most the brokers will tease you with a rubbish breakdown cover and will add another £50 or £100 quid for a decent one. Age of the bike also plays a role. not all covers are valid for older bikes.

Have a look here. https://womenridersnow.com/adjustable-brake-and-clutch-levers-for-small-hands/

First batch of plated bits The thread on the bolt needs some detailing. Happy with the rest. Hopefully rust free for a while

I haven't been on the west coast lately, do I can't really tell. I would guess the A roads will still be in a decent condition. It would be the road from Ullapul to Durness that maybe you need to be weary because isn't a A road. The road from Durness to thurso have amazing views

I would make sure you know the condition of the roads. Last time I went of a small part of the NC500 the roads were in miserable condition. Forget about Applecross, used to be a magnificent place to visit and bow is a chain of potholes. Some eejit thought was a good idea to advertise the NC500 and it's beautiful scenery. Unfortunately councils and whichever agency is responsible for the maintenance of the tarmac couldn't care less about it. Be prepared for expensive B&B. Although midges are free and you're welcome to take as many as you want

Progress so far Used rust converter on places I can't remove rust with the disk or steel brush. Applied the zinc primer to cleaned parts. Where metal is pitted I used chemical cleaning. The side stand was probably the worst part. Unfortunately acid doesn't really work on iron as much as in steel so lots of brushing, sanding and disk. Tomorrow will show the 3 bits with nickel plating The 2 springs for the stand and the axle bolt. Picture with the green liquid is for the plating

After long research and plenty thinking I decided that my best option to deal with rust on the pan is this: Rust stripping disk to remove it Cold zinc primer as treatment Then some black paint to match the existing. This where the original is black and out of sight. The fairings bolts are new and I will only use some anti sticky paste, I believe @Bender suggested it (apologies if someone else) The side and central stand is a different matter all together. Don't think I can nickel plate both because of the size. Still in study and open to suggestions Would zinc and black paint help?

Good thing about Scotland. Weather is always crap

Yesterday washed all fairing parts for the pan. Next remove all rust and paint some proper primer. Not convinced about rust converter and read mixed views on the web. Today had a wee trip around the council. Ansthruder, At Andrews and then back home. Just in time to avoid the strong winds.

I would avoid something permanent. Those things don't last long and if you glue it with something stronger you risk trouble to remove them.

The wasted brake fluid shouldn't be used again once it comes out the bleeder. I just use a SS dog feed bowl. Heavy and wide enough to stay in place. A couple small clamps to hold the hose in the bowl does the trick.

Halfords have a good affordable set of 4 https://www.halfords.com/tools/hand-tools/screwdrivers-and-hex-keys/sealey-4pc-jis-screwdriver-set-453366.html

Honestly, I would struggle to remember anything other than melons

Phoking me Ordered the wrong set of fairing bolts for the pan Anybody interested in a brand new in box set of bolts and fasteners for a CBR600 let me know. It cost me £16 I'll pay for postage because I'm an eejit

Unplug the battery and use some alcohol based liquid that won't affect the plastics Alcohol will evaporate leaving the surface clean. If safe to do, nail polish remover could work too although you have to be careful with painted surfaces and some plastics will get affected by it

This green thing The heat gun I got a soldering iron and heat gun from AliExpress. The one in the first picture. Well spent 70 quid

I stopped using the soldering iron and I'm using the heat gun. Then the green metal thing to press the plastic into place

Group riding is a different thing. You will want to avoid riding in straight line. Staggered positioning is the safest. You will have open space in front and the group will be more visible if the drivers can see 2 bikes instead of just the one covering the view of the group