It's gona be goood [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif[/img]
We should stop being typical english and not worrying bout the weather [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tdown.gif[/img]<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
I'm going to do the old 100% accurate and reliable weather check ............. gonna look out the window on the morning and see for myself, then make a decision!
At this rate it's only gonna be, me, you, and sidey on a BMW on this run!!!
So to clarify, Saturday, 5th April 2008, 10:30 at Bury St. Edmunds.
Correct?
RIP STORMY - killed by careless driver Oct 2009
currently owned ....
1996 YAMAHA TRX850 gone away for little holiday with Andrea
1997 YAMAHA TDM850 which are obviously an acquired taste. <!--coloro:#FF0000--><!--/coloro-->I fink I'm starting to get it now....<!--colorc-->
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1998 DUCATI 748 ... one way of keeping an old man broke.
1999 YAMAHA Thunderace <b>there is STILL no finer motorcycle</b>
2008 SUZUKI Bandit 1250SA ...... fecked by yours truly, but ......... still fitted with the worlds most uncomfortable bike seat. ouch!
<!--quoteo(post=77164:date=Thu 3rd Apr 2008, 12:12 PM:name=TonyDevil)-->QUOTE(TonyDevil @ Thu 3rd Apr 2008, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><!--quotec-->thought it was 10am ? [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/unsure.gif[/img]
i'll be there unless we get snowed in, dont mind about a few spots of rain [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif[/img]<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Nope be there by 10:30 chat for half an hour and have a coffee/bacon butty then ride at 11:00 [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif[/img]
I'll be there even in the rain cos I like to ride in the wet too [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wub.gif[/img] makes you ride smoother [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/blink.gif[/img]
I'll be there. Clocked up 200 odd miles today with the misses on tow with her gsr. With 580 miles on the clock, that's almost enough to get me back to Tinklers for the first service. We did make our way there to find them closed Thursdays. [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img] I remembered when I pulled up outside.
Unless they get a cancellation tomorrow, I'll be on the Dominator.
Every time I look at Metcheck or Met Office the forecast has changed so I am with Stormy, open the curtains and dress for what you see. I hate riding in the rain but I will be there come what may.
TS50ER, Suzuki GT125, Cagiva 125, Suzuki GT250 20 year gap. Honda CBF600. Discovered the joy of TDM, 1974 GT250 has joined the stable
Vario touring screen, Stainless Steel Rad Guard, Fender Extender (it came off), Givi V46 Topbox (inc brake light), SW-Motech Engine Bars, Wingrack, LED Tail Light
Still in the shed:- BMW Hand Guards, Heated Grips, Aux Lamps.
I don't think it will be too bad, certainly they don't seem to be saying that it will be as bad as they indicated earlier in the week. Like Jolly, I don't mind riding in the rain, or even getting the bike wet, as I'm of the firm opinion that they are for using not just looking at. However, my early reluctance was based upon the view that I don't want to ride over 300 miles being wet, cold and miserable. Keeping everything crossed and will make decision early Sat morning but feeling confident that all will be OK [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/waiting.gif[/img]
Just checked TDM over added 250ml of oil checked chain & tyre pressure's all [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/yahoo.gif[/img] [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/good.gif[/img] [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif[/img] Just abit [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/blink.gif[/img] how this winter has got into the peeling bits even more [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.gif[/img]
Even weather looks good but a bit chilly maybe [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/dry.gif[/img]
Think Pict will be bring a Goldwing trailer with all the stuff he has to give out!! [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rotflmmfao.gif[/img]
<!--quoteo(post=77345:date=Fri 4th Apr 2008, 02:34 PM:name=Jolly Giant)-->QUOTE(Jolly Giant @ Fri 4th Apr 2008, 02:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><!--quotec-->Think Pict will be bring a Goldwing trailer with all the stuff he has to give out!! [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rotflmmfao.gif[/img]<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
No space problem - but, er, GIVING out?? [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.gif[/img] [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.gif[/img]
<!--coloro:#FF0000--><!--/coloro--><!--sizeo:5--><!--/sizeo-->OK folks I have to admit that I have cocked up!<!--sizec-->
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I only got round to popping in at the cafe in Bury this afternoon and they now no longer open an a Saturday "Not enough custom"!
But all is not lost I have checked with another place that is definitely open and happy to have us. It is only a couple of minutes away from the original place.
Its a van in the car park for Homebase and there is a loo in the store for those that need.
Easlea Rd
Moreton Hall Est.
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
IP32 7BY
I am going to try and PM every one who has expressed an interest with the new details.
Again sorry no excuses I just messed up.
TS50ER, Suzuki GT125, Cagiva 125, Suzuki GT250 20 year gap. Honda CBF600. Discovered the joy of TDM, 1974 GT250 has joined the stable
Vario touring screen, Stainless Steel Rad Guard, Fender Extender (it came off), Givi V46 Topbox (inc brake light), SW-Motech Engine Bars, Wingrack, LED Tail Light
Still in the shed:- BMW Hand Guards, Heated Grips, Aux Lamps.
Not to worry Andy - easily done. I guess that everyone that's planning on attending will check in here to make sure there are no last minute changes (like this one). Thanks for popping in there, it's better to know now rather find out on the day!
At least the Red lodge will be open, as I know that ones open 24/7.
Kinda my fault too as I was going to get the Missus to ask as she drives past said lorry park twice a day but since Landy said he was going to check I didn't bother [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/huh.gif[/img] Sorry for leaving it up to you Landy [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/unsure.gif[/img]
New start point is fine and about the same distance from A14 just the opp way to industrial estate/ Morten Hall/ Great Barton I think?? Opp way from town centre [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif[/img]
<!--quoteo(post=77356:date=Fri 4th Apr 2008, 04:21 PM:name=Landy)-->QUOTE(Landy @ Fri 4th Apr 2008, 04:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><!--quotec-->Easlea Rd
Moreton Hall Est.
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
IP32 7BY<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
Andy, is that postcode correct? TomTom is showing it as Ailwin Road....
OK, on further investigation, it's at the junction with Easlea Road.
As for blaming yourself - Suffolk up maybe but Easlea done, and it's an Ailwin that blows.....? [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif[/img] [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif[/img] Ah'll get ma coat.
I've just thought can any of you who have posted invites on other sites please update them with the change.
I think I will have to hang around at the lorry park to catch anyone who has missed the change.
TS50ER, Suzuki GT125, Cagiva 125, Suzuki GT250 20 year gap. Honda CBF600. Discovered the joy of TDM, 1974 GT250 has joined the stable
Vario touring screen, Stainless Steel Rad Guard, Fender Extender (it came off), Givi V46 Topbox (inc brake light), SW-Motech Engine Bars, Wingrack, LED Tail Light
Still in the shed:- BMW Hand Guards, Heated Grips, Aux Lamps.
<!--quoteo(post=77364:date=Fri 4th Apr 2008, 05:05 PM:name=Landy)-->QUOTE(Landy @ Fri 4th Apr 2008, 05:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}><!--quotec-->I've just thought can any of you who have posted invites on other sites please update them with the change.
I think I will have to hang around at the lorry park to catch anyone who has missed the change.<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
will do [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif[/img]
my mobile is o78o152o626 for ease of comms [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif[/img]
EDITH: the word has been spread [img]style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/good.gif[/img]
"Never argue with an idiot. They just bring you down to their level and beat you with experience"
My TDM
:
Black
1991 850 MK1, 160k+ miles(ish, best guess really, gave up trying to keep count after 3rd set of clocks and 3rd engine), PilotRoad2 tyres, custom stubby exhaust system, bluespot calipers & goodridge braided hoses with dunlopads, maxton forks, Ohlins shock, kedo handguards, stainless TDM grill, Scottoiler with lubetube & dual nozzle thingy, Givi Wingrack2 with E45 & 2xE36s, renntec crash bars, Autocom with blueteeth & PMR radio, TomTom Rider2, Optimate IIIsp, Bagster tank cover, anti-dazzle coating
to fit : led spotlights, heated grips, new braided lines and rear caliper that actually has bleed nipples
Silver-ish
2003 900, 70k miles, PilotRoad3 front tyre (new@65k) & PR2 rear(new at 69k), Renthal 755 bars with KTM handguards, oxford unheated grips, power commander 3usb, scorpion titanium exhausts, standard screen with vario winglet thingy, stainless grill, oem centre stand, bagster tank cover, givi monokey topplate mounted on grabrail with V46 topbox, Givi PL pannier rails with E21s, crash bungs, mirror extender thingys, Halfords Advanced Laser Blue brillance bulbs, 21w led spotlights, touring scottoiler with leehenty dual nozzle, Autocom with blueteeth & PMR radio, TomTom Rider3 Urban, winter style anti-dazzle coating
to fit : led brake light strip, replacement heated grips
current rides : TDM850 3vd/mk1=tourer&scratcher, TRX850=weekend twisty toy, 2003 TDM900=commuter, 2005Â
TDM900=unmolested. Gone but not forgotton : XTZ750=overland touring toy, GS500e, GS125
If a strange looking truck driver honks at you & gives you the thumbs up, its could be me :good:
Top marks for Tinklers. Took the bike to them this morn and they phoned me at 14.30 to say it was ready. So wet TDM day tomorrow.
No prob with the closed cafe as you've found a replacement. I can get a bit emotional without my bacon buttie.
Like you say, could be a good idea to maybe check the lorry park on the way out for the ride just in case?