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Evening all,
I have spent the last few months keeping an eye out for a new bike, keeping a close eye on this forum (which has kept me motivated), and finally handed over some cash.
For a 1998 750ss

I have come full circle!
My first bike was a 1994 Monster, great condition but being a 600 i just wanted more power.... But it served me well including a trip around northern Italy.
Then London commuting started and what better choice than a zx-6r with a loud scratched and dented akra exhaust - oh and i also made the unwise decision to spray the bike matt black, it looked shit. But i sorted it out mechanically, ohlins shock, billet calipers (following the continuous rebuilding of the original tokicos that were dangerous through the winter months). 50k miles on the clock it was time for another change.

KTM Superduke 990. What a bike, i cannot fault it in any way, its awesome. the usual mods, decent exhaust, gearing, rebuilt suspension - used daily i kept it in good condition and...

Hello everyone, name is Dan and glad to join the forum, last few years been touring Europe on a BMW GS and some fun on an NC30 but dream bike was always a 916 as original as possible.

Came across one being sold here in the UK last week only to find out a buyer had put down a deposit, I was gutted as it was in great condition with only 17k miles on the clock (Grey Import).

So asked seller to let me know if things don't work out, got a call few days later and today collected this beauty.
The bike's condition exceeded expectations, it is a great example, obviously been very well looked after by original owner and only been in UK last 2 years, all history with it and original exhaust etc.

Now this is currently sat in my kitchen, hope the Mr's wont notice.....

New sports watch that combines the expertise of two leading Italian brands
A limited edition of 1000 numbered pieces for each model


Borgo Panigale, (Bologna, Italy), January 11, 2018 - To mark the 93rd edition of Pitti Uomo, world’s most important platform for men’s clothing and accessory collections, Ducati and Locman present their new watch to the international public, product born from the partnership agreement signed in early 2017.

The new collection of watches expresses the hi-tech nature and competitive spirit of the world of motorcycling. The Ducati Locman watch was designed and produced according to an innovative construction project that combines quality movements with materials like titanium, carbon fibre, AISI 316L stainless steel and silicone, which are known for their incredible lightness and resistance to stress, but also for their pleasant textures.

This model, with its unique and sporty design, therefore brings together man and technology. The tonneau-shaped...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/42624178/white-vans-turned-into-muddy-masterpieces

Just wanted to put a quick post on here to say, 'thanks for great motorcycle forum'!
Wether dropping in for information for touring, tyres, what ever there is a great wealth of knowledge (probably due to age of t members....lol), but also good humour in discussion areas. Usually people keep the lid on personal attacks, if not admin 'manage' the situation' well.

In case your wondering what has brought this on, no I am not being sponsored (though have just subscribed) I have just visited another manufacturers UK forum (German,,,I know, I know..) and have once again witnessed down right rude replies to a post from the forum admin/owner. Arrogant tw@t to sum up.
Anyway, it has prompted me appreciate this great forum even more.

Cheers for 2018 all.
Keep up the good work.

Hey all,
So as the title says - yepp im getting my dream bike in approx 2 weeks.
Now you might laugh but... "newbie hangout" is very fitting here. You see, i passed my test on the 9th Nov. (2 months ago) Hadn't rode a bike since i had a KMX in the 90's..
So my dream bike will sit in my garage for a long time until ive got my riding skills up to more than a DAS pass rate.

Anyway im glad to be here and thx for having me. If anybody can point me in the direction of finding a rear paddock stand it would be very much appreciated.

DQ

After nearly 9 months of procrastination, I got me a 999. Now all we need is some decent weather to get the wheels rolling, Sunday maybe!. Hope the bins meet everyone's approval

It's happened again, impulse buying at it's best (I have absolutely no willpower) Popped into a dealership last Saturday as I was passing to look at a Multistrada 1260 with a view to buying one in the future. Then I started a search for a new 1200s as they looked good value but all of a sudden, I'm now an owner of a 1200s Pikes Peak which is going to be registered as a 2018 plate

Now have 8 weeks to lose a few pounds to fit in my leathers again

So last year I entered into a deal with the other half: I could get a bike if she could have a baby.. "No problem" said I thinking that will never happen. I passed my test and bought a M821 the same day, then on arriving home I discovered a stick with 2 lines on it .

Well very happy to say daughter no.3 arrived this morning at 3am happy new year everyone.. ride safe

To those of you choosing to and are able to celebrate, enjoy yourselves but keep safe and look after each other. To those of you who would like to but are unable to, I wish you a better 2018. To those who choose not to or just can’t be arsed for whatever reason, just do something that you enjoy. To all, I wish you whatever you would wish for yourselves for the coming year. Onwards and upwards you happy band, warm regards, Andy

Iconic Ferrari 430 Scuderia - full machine polish over 50% PPF film on this vehicle which wrapped the total front end of vehicle..( only so much clarity can be obtained through machine polishing PPF film - but the final result was better than expected .4 hour clinical wash followed by a full chemical decontamination and physical decontamination with Tac systems cloth. Warm filtered air blown dry, taped and paint depth readings taken. 20 hours of pure machine work using various Rupes machines and Rupes pads with various compounds and different light sources...wiped down with Naptha based cleansing fluid to remove all traces of polish residue and oils....LSP is a Si02 infused wax. Hard work but the result was outstanding - Thanks for looking guys & girls & I wish you all a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Well...i started on the paint of the recently acquired 1198s and 851, both of which had a fairly standard amount of paint defects, one or two minor stone chips with which i can live for the time being.
Both had fairly heavy swirling, made more obvious as i have a few spot lights in the garage.

1198s tank

Anyway, i got the d.a polishers out and started to make a bit of progress ( I use a das6+ and a veritool mini)
And the 851....
Anyway, ill upload more pics throughout the winter as i make more progress.
Roll on spring time eh?!

Hi Guys,
Sorry for not posting very often, life has been a bit hectic of late but I thought I'd summarise my Multistrada experience so far.
My bike is a 2010 S with the touring parts added and the Ohlins semi-active SCU. I have a Mivv system but for the last couple of years I have just used the standard exhaust. My wife and I tour Europe 2-up for our holidays and this year having moved into semi-retirement we have had the time for longer tours.
As I use my bike in km, I filled up the odometer last year and found that when it gets to 99999 it just stops counting up. I passed by Bologna so I dropped in to the factory to ask how to reset it. "Buy a new speedo" I was told.
So this year with virgin clocks fitted we started this year's touring. New chain (the fourth since new) new belts and a check of the valves (one shim changed so far since new) and new for this year Garmin bluetooth valve caps to talk to the Zumo 660 on my left bar. I also have a Tomtom 430 front and centre for...

Tinkering in the man cave this afternoon and got fed up of looking at the scruffy cat on my DVT.

A few hours later after whipping out the spray gun, a tin of Granville cylinder black and some white spirit.....looks the part, let's see how it lasts?

I picked up my new Alloy Tank today from Tab 2 Classics. In West Wales, this is the first significant phase in turning my 2007 695 Monster into a 1980 Style TT Special.
Next in line, Seat , Fairing & Pipes all ready for the 2018 track parade season.

The MV I purchased a little more than a month ago finally showed up... Of course now its really cold so I was limited to a quick run around the block. Seems promising definitely different than either of my Multistradas.
A Beautiful machine without a doubt.

Nothing where I live, anyone else out there as mad as me?

Finally got my hands on a beta c41H, of course in matching red! Gumtree bargain..£100!

From da management!

As I may not be on here much tomorrow (apparently I have "jobs" to do, and then #1 son and family are coming in the afternoon so I may be busy playing with Lego) I thought I'd post this now whilst I can.

Firstly thank you for making this forum absolutely brilliant and second to none. It is nothing without your input of wit, humour, knowledge, expertise, passion, compassion etc. I salute you all

I/we hope that you and your families have a great Christmas and that 2018 is both happy and prosperous and will be far better year than 2017 has been!

Have a great time over the festive season and hopefully I will get to meet more of you next year.