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I can't find anything (not that i could be bothered doing an indepth search) but these figures cover 2009' - pretty obvious it's a certain age group. I wonder IF they call scooter deaths biker deaths? They must do i suppose, but how many times do you see some chav on a scooter, no safety gear etc etc "Among car users, the number of deaths fell by 20% year-on-year to 842. A total of 405 pedestrians were killed, down 19%, while 403 motorcyclists died, a 15% drop from 2009." http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-new ... 17972.html

The landlady was certainly upset by the continuing abuse from the police, and it was affecting her trade. But I suppose there were enough pedal cyclists there to tick her over, suppose we will see if she is still there in two years. There was a few B roads we used but the roads were a little precarious, far too much winter rubble in the roads, and that's not including the snow that was still about. The roads were notorious for accidents and i suppose the police had to do something, but by lowering the speed to 50 in the whole area imo has killed my enjoyment, well until the age I ride a cruiser... Up North for me, well if you draw a physical line from Bootle - Manchester - Rotherham - across; the roads are good & free from the soul destroying "in it to win it" police, allowing us to enjoy the roads and the freedom. R.I.P Cat & Fiddle.

Unless your loaded & want to see what's in it lol.. BB * All advice from me should be taken with a pinch of salt.

It's a f*** shame cancer doesn't take the shit out of humanity & leave the good ones... Sorry for your loss.

Hope he gets well soon m8. We got to Macclesfield, Buxton, matlock & some unknown B roads, trying to bypass the boys in blue... Not bothering with that part of the country from now on, unless it's a special meet, far too many cameras, coppers etc. + Sorry mate, I did go steady so you could keep up

Great ride again, great to meet up with you all again, irrespective of the police littering the roads. Where to next peeps? North lol

Meeting at Bury Mcdonalds at 10am. From there, not decided yet..

I'm easy anywhere mate. Lakes is a good run.

Find a smooth quiet large ish one & go round & around & around, will build your confidence in yourself & your bike.

Dry n overcast 8 - 10 everywhere. Does kickstart the day with -1 but by 10 it'll be good.

No Commentt ,, I've added another post in the Aprilia forum, just incase. A couple of mates might be joining from Liverpooooooool, I'll find out tomorrow.

Either sounds good Lee. I'll sort a meeting point out with Tom (& without going too far out of our way ) then confirm the plans a.s.a.p Perhaps theres some from the Aprilia forum again. Here's looking to a good day No ones posted an interest, must be awaiting 18+ temp.

I'm guessing some will join without posting like last time.. I can come to yours or meet Tesco Bury fuel point, then ride up meet Tom somewhere & choose from there?

Shall we meet B&Q carpark Oldham, there is a butty van say 10.15 10.30 set off 10.45....?

Bumping a planned Rideout, what's wrong with the world

Of course, just like Tom's mate at the back end of last weeks race, :ugeek: He's a extremely experienced track & road rider in his late 40's riding a duke

Should be a good ride, we need to find some off the beaten track roads away from the boys in blue. I know a few that link up Castleton to a dodgy A road via a B road, but It's not a devils - hawes road, its more a Ewan McGregor road I'll jump on Google Maps & have a smooch. One of the Aprilia lads lives in the Wakefield area, rides a KTM 1000 pulls wheelies at 90 etc knows some seriously amazing roads that way but I think he's still in bed due to a high-side at Donny. I'll bell him & see if he's moving yet.

We was all over your place week before last.. but I'm thinking either; Buxton way, snakes 627 628 Buxton a6 etc. Or North Yorkshire, harrogate, squires, a59 etc Or lakes?

Well that's respectful..

15th

I ride in all weather's but I don't find it enjoyable. I ride to push my limits & when I get off I look at the ride & think phew.

What if you don't wear textiles nor enjoy riding a naked in the rain? I'll ride in all temps & all conditions but rain depresses me, no fun in it at all..

None left, if there's a cancellation I'm first dibs

Weathers looking poor for a miniskirt & pig tails :S

Dave,can you post a google map link to the Derby meet please.