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WW3 survival bike for an elderly(ish) 5’1” tall lady
keith1200rs replied to UKbiker2024's topic in Motorbike Chat
Electric bike - then you can charge from wind/solar. -
I don't know where you are but you could try https://www.100bikes.co.uk/ I have used them and they will travel to collect bikes.
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His biography was worth reading. There is a lot more to him than what you currently see on TV, such as work as a cameraman in war zones.
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Advice please regarding Touring motorbikes
keith1200rs replied to Comus1964's topic in Motorbike Chat
When I bought a BMW R1200R after a 10 year gap, so no no-claims bonus, insurance was less than £200. Depends on where you live, garage etc. -
How To Clean Electrical Connectors
keith1200rs replied to EasyGoingPat's topic in Old Motorbikes, Projects and Restorations
409B Electrosolve also comes in a 12oz aerosol. Plus there are other contact cleaners from companies such as Ambersil, Electrolube & Molykote -
Advice please regarding Touring motorbikes
keith1200rs replied to Comus1964's topic in Motorbike Chat
Just to add, 60-65mpg on any of them if you aren't silly. -
Advice please regarding Touring motorbikes
keith1200rs replied to Comus1964's topic in Motorbike Chat
I was in a similar position 6 years ago - 60 years old and returning after a 10 year gap. Bought a BMW R1200R, then RT and now on the RS. The RT is the best touring bike but the R and RS more fun. While the RT has the biggest luggage capacity, the R and RS with panniers and top box aren't far behind. -
White helmet.
keith1200rs replied to OnlyYamahas's topic in Clothing, Luggage, Accessories and Security
I know a police biker who was run in to the back of while stationary with flashing lights going. You can never guarantee to be seen. -
I don't want any distractions in my field of vision which hinders me spotting hazzards.
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I find that with two almost identical radar maps, on two weather sites, one can say it's going to rain and the other that it's going to be dry.
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Check who the company is authorised by. Possibly Financial Conduct Authority or the Prudential Regulation Authority. Then complain to the company. If/when you get nowhere, complain to the relevant authority. Even if their terms state they don't fix punctures if you don't have a spare wheel, the relevant authority can decide that is unreasonable.
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Traction control can control the brakes and throttle. It can't help if you simply take a corner too fast.
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Near where I live a BMW RT blew over in the strong winds we had a month or so ago! It now seems to be parked closer to a nearby wall.
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I'm amazed how many people think sitting astride a bike while filling it with fuel is a good idea! Never. I always fill on the sidestand. Tried the centrestand and didn't notice any difference.
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I've picked up 280kg with no problem. Fortunately I had looked at videos of the techniques beforehand.
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Turning off the bike with the side stand?
keith1200rs replied to Fiddlesticks's topic in Motorbike Chat
I've never heard of any problems and have been doing it that way since 1976. -
Earplugs, made to measure?
keith1200rs replied to veracocha's topic in Clothing, Luggage, Accessories and Security
Go to any audiologist (hearing aid supplier) and get them done properly rather than DIY. cost from £100 to £150. I prefer the softer type from Starkey - nearer £150 last time I had them done. Tell them why you want them and the sound reducing insert will suit motorcycling. -
Turning off the bike with the side stand?
keith1200rs replied to Fiddlesticks's topic in Motorbike Chat
Always, unless I am planning to put it on the centrestand instead. -
Keeping bike outside in winter without covering
keith1200rs replied to George's topic in Motorbike Chat
I wouldn't leave my bike outside uncovered. My bikes have usually had to sleep outside and I have always covered them and they seem to survive well. Just make sure the cover doesn't trail on the floor and stop air circulating. -
Which tool kit do you carry?
keith1200rs replied to Simon Davey's topic in Clothing, Luggage, Accessories and Security
I had a similar experience with slime. Never again. Puncture proof tyres work well but are very heavy. -
Which tool kit do you carry?
keith1200rs replied to Simon Davey's topic in Clothing, Luggage, Accessories and Security
Many years ago, while driving in my car to Strasbourg, my car sheared a bolt on the alternator. Result was not charging. I used my Gerber multitool in some services to saw a tree branch up and jam it by the alternator and tension the belt a bit. I got to Strasbourg (and delayed putting headlights on until I really had to). -
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When my sister had a heart attack in her early 50s many years ago, I bought a book to help me understand why. She had none of the risk factors. I cannot be certain but I think the book was by Malcom Kendrick (I remember it was by a Scottish GP) so may have been "The Great Cholesterol Con: The Truth About What Really Causes Heart Disease and How to Avoid It". I found it interesting but I will probably be shot down for saying so. There are other books along similar lines but that is the only on I've read.
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Visor tear-offs? Depends on helmet- they only work on single curvature visors.
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The reason for using dry nitrogen is the absence of moisture and larger molecules than oxygen so slower leakage. Moisure will boil altering the pressure and also potentially increase corrosion.