Well I have gone for something completely different. An Enfield Interceptor. It does seem remarkably small in comparison. The engine sounds gorgeous and surprisingly tractable, even though its still running in. It also changes direction somewhat quicker, not surprising being over 100lbs lighter...
Just sold my S10 after 10 years. Anvil like reliability and an honest reliable machine. Fancied something lighter and a little more nimble so got an Intrerceptor which will be lightly scramblerised.
Well after a wonderful 10 yeart with the XT, I have exchenged the bike for something newer, smaller and slightly esoteric.
The Yamaha has been a great bike and for many years was my only mode of transport and as such did that remarkably well. Now, I mainly need a bike for fun and the occaisonal...
A friend uses thermite, but its not totally practical.
These military gel alcohol stoves are compact and pretty decent. Nothing to go wrong as long as you have a lighter.
https://www.mudandroutes.com/m1-swiss-solid-fuel-gel-camping-stove-review/
This is what I did with mine. The rubber will last a couple of years or so before it becomes too compressed and the rattles return. Just pull it off and replace. Cheap and easy fix.
Hi all.
I am selling my Akrapovic Titanium silencer. I have exchanged the XT against something newer and shinier, but didnt include this in the trade in.
Bike has done 9000 miles. The can does have some minor marks and the stickers are faded. I will include a brand new exhaust clamp in the...
They said it wasnt releated to any of the parts swapped during the recall. They also checked wiring and fuses while they were there, there were all correct. As the recall was performed correctly, its "outside their remit" to find the issue, but they strongly suspect its another part of the...
Had the recall done today. Cruise control still doesnt work though. It switches on, but doesnt activate.
Will have to take it back at some point for a more indepth look. Probably a strip and clean of the switch mechanism, although the brake lights work and all the fuses are intact.
Just had the 24K service. Needed 2 valve shims replacing.
All fluids replaced
2 new Metzeler Tourance Next tyres
New EBC pads all round
New EBC front discs
New taper roller head bearing
Got a bill approaching 1500 notes. :oops: