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Yes free (UK only) - indistinguishable from new Bridgestone Battlewing 150/70-17. It seems a shame to just dump it. 01255 818331 Essex

I had the opportunity to ride an Aprilia Caponord today. That's their 1200 adventure bike with active suspension. It has a bunch of sensors that check how the suspension is moving and what you are doing (braking, cornering, cruising etc.) and makes suitable adjustments to damping in...

See "for sale" (well there isn't a "give away" section - perhaps there should be)

See "for sale" (well there's no "give away" section - perhaps there should be)

Euro 58 UK 48, probably larger, black, full armour, stretch panels legs and arms, 500 road miles and many track days, un-scuffed, free to a good home, collect (Essex UK) only. PM for more info and arrange visit.

OK, I've got creaking joints due to past misuse and anno domini so I am feeling less comfortable after long hours in the saddle than I used to. I reckon the stock S10 seat is pretty good but I figured that there's no harm in seeing if I could improve a good thing. Hence the purchase of an Air...

::015:: RIDE, a respected UK magazine has just published its RIDER SURVEY of the best UK bikes. This is based on real owner ratings scoring out of 100 on more than just the usual performance markers, including such categories as value for money, reliability, running costs, dealer satisfaction...

I’m running on the OEM Bridgestone tyres. Problem is, I have never done any mileage on the original tyres before. I bought my last S10 at 3000 miles and immediately changed to road radials. Most of my subsequent mileage was done on Michelin Pilot Road 3s. I was fortunate to have the...

I didn't have too many complaints about the stock forks except that on some sharp bumps they transmitted such a shock through the handlebars that it jarred my grip alarmingly. The company Progressive Suspension make an inexpensive fork kit that is marketed by Touratech amongst others so I...

Had a strange experience today. Started my S10 from cold and the revs zoomed to 3-4000 and wouldn't decrease. As the engine warmed the revs dropped to just above 2000 but wouldn't drop to normal tickover. Checked for tight throttle cable and other usual suspects but the problem was NOT...

My bike is just out of warranty and the trip button has failed. I am assured that the switch in question shouldn't be affected by a fault in any other component. Nobody else seems to have suffered this problem (have you?) so it seems not to indicate a faulty batch of consoles. The most...

First Edition model XTZ1200 I only ride on tarmac but, in the UK, that can almost be counted as off-road! Now I've reached 24000 miles, I am quite sure that I'm not imagining it - there are some occasions when the forks hit a hard and sharp bump that they jar so badly that I can feel the shock...

I remember that there was a discussion about the effect the latest fuels containing various percentages of ethanol might have on the S10. Well the un-elected EU beaurocrats (someone get us out of the EU please!!!) have mandated that fuel manufacturers must offer fuel with up to 10% ethanol...

The front fork travel is listed at 190mm. I have put a thin tie wrap on mine to check travel and it has NEVER travelled more than 150mm even two up, fully loaded and braking for downhill hairpins. I have the preload at about 2 rings harder than stock, which is a very few millimeters...

There is a plastic cover fitted as shown No.25 below that covers about a third of the radiator. This is described as "Guide Air" in the parts book but is strangely quick detachable. My local dealer mechanic, who owns a Tenere, was wondering if this cover had the effect of preventing...

I've had 8 Yamahas from new (or in the case of my S10, near new and lots of warranty left). Every one, so far, has needed something fixed under warranty. Most were minor faults, though irritating nonetheless - a fork seal, electrical plug/socket corrosion, oil seal weep, etc. Easily and...

My 2011 First Edition XTZ1200 was bought second-hand (3000 miles) a month ago. All the following refer to a 3000 miles European tour, two up and fully loaded luggage, fitted with Conti Road Attack II tyres. I don’t ride off-road. Numbers are in UK miles and UK gallons (-20% for US gallons)...

Black one piece leathers, never dropped or damaged. Ventilated panels on chest, upper arms and upper thighs, stretch panels on inside arms and legs. Quality thick leather. Inside pocket and racing hump on back (though I have removed the foam insert to aid getting into waterproof oversuit -...

Givi monolock E300 30 litre topbox with universal mounting plate. Came off XT1200Z so I know it fits. Very neat and not too huge. Little used. Cost complete was £80 as new £40 01255 818331 or david.bexley@virgin.net

Baglux Evosign tankbag (needs Baglux tank cover to attach) Two back pack straps and reflecting inserts.- The compartment under the map holder expands to maximum 30 litres. Chamfered front for comfort. Cost £103 very little used for £50 incl postage. 01255 818331 or dave.bexley@virgin.net