[Dave Ross]

in reply to: The latest scooters: BMW C600 Sport and C650GT begin production #16076

Not quite sure the germans understood the "mobility" part.

It's a "mobility" scooter for those who can't ride the other bikes anymore, because they can't swing their leg over the seat.  ;).

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: The latest scooters: BMW C600 Sport and C650GT begin production #16071

I've never understood this scooter thing. I get the Vespa, that's for little girls to look cool on, but what's the point of those maxi scooters. I bet you can get a real motorcycle for what these things will cost.  😉

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Somebody doesn’t like his new ride…….. #16020

Yep, definitely looks sad.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Tyre size GS 800. TKC 80 ? #15996

I think Peter Z usually rides with a 140 Mitas on the rear. He is quite happy with them. Oops, haven't read your question properly. What's wrong with fitting a 150 TKC80, apart from the fact that they are bloody expensive?

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Recycled Waihi Run, Sun 27 Nov. #15737

I have just signed up with classic cover. They were $363 cheaper than JB with a much lower excess for theft. That's full cover for three bikes. I've been with JB for 7 years and have never had a claim, so they have been excellent to deal with. I hope you'll get your stuff sorted to your satisfaction, Bwucie.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Recycled Waihi Run, Sun 27 Nov. #15720

I am Glad you are OK (well almost) Bwucie. The DL650 is a very nice bike and much more useful, if you are planning to hang out with the cool k…. I mean the Adventure crowd, like Malcolm does :-). As far as the election goes, I am happy with the outcome and I haven't checked my Lotto ticket yet. *edit* the lotto ticket bombed , but I got to ride some gravel as compensation and I managed to clean the bikes.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Situation Vacant: Admin backup wanted for Website and Forum. #15916

Dude, you are beyond overqualified compared to me!

Maybe he is, but can he speak English  ;D?

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Little pootle in 2012 – Ice to ice #15919

I am jealous :-). You need to search the ride reports on advrider.com, it's an excellent source of information. My longer term plan is to ride the TAT, hopefully before I am 55.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Interesting bike accident stats #15672

oh and have you heard that they are going to bring in a charge to put your vehicle on the  suspended register

I might have to permanently suspend it then 🙂 I don't think it will hurt the engine.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: Forum outage. #15837

It's the annual outage we have when we suddenly find out that the domain doesn't work for free. It not uncommon.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: R80GS blown brake light #15780

The fuse is there for a reason Alex

I thought they were just there for the entertainment value. Maybe I should take the pennies out of the fuse box at home.I had to get a warrant for the bike and then pick up a new fuse. The fuse wire hadn't actually melted, it looked as if it had vibrated off right next to one of the terminals. Anyway, it's all good now. Thanks for your input, everybody.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: R80GS blown brake light #15778

Pissed around for a while and then took the tank off to have a look at the fuse. Don't bother taking the tank off to look for fuses. Take off the left side panel first, it's right next to the battery. Sure enough, I need a 15 amp fuse. Nothing that a wire can't fix in the mean time. The trouble I go through to keep you people amused :-).

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: R80GS blown brake light #15777

Cool, I'll try that.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: R80GS blown brake light #15775

Thanks for that Darryl, I'll have a closer look at the wire.

[Dave Ross]

in reply to: R80GS blown brake light #15773

Hi Ian,it's front and rear, that's why I am thinking that it a blown fuse or a broken wire. Once the tank is lighter I will have a look.

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