I am starting to recognise users from other forums. one of which is a bike forum..
Who else rides a motorcycle then?
Who else rides a motorcycle then?
Motorcycles
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Unfortunately not ridden them on or off the road for a while but I have a Moto Guzzi Le mans MK1 (had it for 25 years) and a tatty Yamaha TY250 sidecar trials outfit - I used to green lane with it.
For the old car buffs I also have a Triumph Vitesse MK2 convertible.
I seem to have trouble parting with vehicles I am really fond of! and these will never depreciate.
For the old car buffs I also have a Triumph Vitesse MK2 convertible.
I seem to have trouble parting with vehicles I am really fond of! and these will never depreciate.
Garry,
Triumph Vitesse MK2 convertible. That used to be my dream car didn't they have some problem with the front wheels collapsing inward or am I thinking of something else??. What year is the Vitesse late 60s ?
Val & Frank
Triumph Vitesse MK2 convertible. That used to be my dream car didn't they have some problem with the front wheels collapsing inward or am I thinking of something else??. What year is the Vitesse late 60s ?
Val & Frank
Also used to ride a Royal Enfield Crusader Sports, along with an Aeriel Leader. God I didn't realise I am that old.
Val & Frank
Val & Frank
Yes I have a Kawasaki 550GT shaft drive 1983 with 16,800 miles on it, been off the road for 3 years but still in running order. I also have a Honda 750VFR just waiting for the winter weather to pass so looking forward to the Spring
Frank
I think you are right, there was a problem with the earlier Vitesses and Heralds to do with the suspension turning under the car - not come across it myself.
Mine is a 1970 car fitted with rotoflex suspension, I think that sorted the problem.
I think you are right, there was a problem with the earlier Vitesses and Heralds to do with the suspension turning under the car - not come across it myself.
Mine is a 1970 car fitted with rotoflex suspension, I think that sorted the problem.
The Herald / Vitesse suspension and steering was by Alford and Alder. The Development Engineer was my father.
Honda Pan European the 1100 not the 1300, thought about changing but two of my friends have the 1300 but are not that pleased with them.
Recently sold a `mint` Yamaha XJ600 to get some garage space, now down to a much underused Kawasaki ZZR600, which may also go in the spring.
Sorry
I forgot to say I ride a 2005 model Triumph Sprint ST 1050.
Low milage at the moment but I hope to fix that in the new year
I forgot to say I ride a 2005 model Triumph Sprint ST 1050.
Low milage at the moment but I hope to fix that in the new year
Honda VTR1000 Firestorm. 2003, very low milage and owned it from new. After years of chopping and changing bikes I have finally found my ideal bike. A great all-rounder, and you can't beat a big vee twin!
DJP
DJP
Brian
That is interesting - if you have any relevant info or interesting stories to do with the developement I am sure the TSSC - Triumph Sports Six Club would be interested.
That is interesting - if you have any relevant info or interesting stories to do with the developement I am sure the TSSC - Triumph Sports Six Club would be interested.
Any other interesting old bikes out there - I have a friend with an ex WW2 HD and a neighbour with an original Z900, the neighbour is a caravanner.
I've said this on here before but have you noticed how many bikers and ex bikers are caravanners, I count my self in the ex category.
Any volunteers for going onto one of the bike forums and explaining this phenomena
Don't forget to take a gum shield
Any volunteers for going onto one of the bike forums and explaining this phenomena
Don't forget to take a gum shield
hi sparkes
regarding who rides what,i ride a 650yamaha drag star all year round but dont go out if its already raining ,if it rains while riding i got no choice and most times my wifes pillion ,what a way to spend a weekend, get out the town and cruise the country side.
regarding who rides what,i ride a 650yamaha drag star all year round but dont go out if its already raining ,if it rains while riding i got no choice and most times my wifes pillion ,what a way to spend a weekend, get out the town and cruise the country side.
The problem was with the rear suspension which had a transverse leaf spring attached to the the top . Braking mid bend caused the weight to transfer to the front and the rear wheels to turn under. Result: exit one Herald/Vitesse/Spitfire through the hedge backwards. I remember one publication describing the rear suspension as not so much a problem more a music hall joke.Garry,
Triumph Vitesse MK2 convertible. That used to be my dream car didn't they have some problem with the front wheels collapsing inward or am I thinking of something else??. What year is the Vitesse late 60s ?
Val & Frank
regards
Steve
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