Chris Jenkinson

I love my bikes but recognise they can be a bit noisy sometimes. Do what I did and rent a small workshop/ unit for a few quid a month on an industrial estate well out the way and then I do not upset anyone and I can rev/ work on my bike to my hearts content. It works for me and my neighbours. Also, you will frequently be advised that the allowable noise limit is 96 decibels. However, these figures are from the Noise at Work Regulations which do not apply to domestic residences and certainly do not apply to the annoyance factor of our sometimes noisy hobby. I know, I have been tempted to think "Feck em", I am going to do what I want" but really we all have to live together at the end of the day.