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Schwantz out of retirement... and straight onto the podium American GP racing legend Kevin Schwantz has returned to the podium almost 19 years to the day after he topped his last at the 1994 British GP. Teamed with ex-WSB star Noriyuki Haga and GP stalwart Yukio Kagayama, Schwantz, 49, raced Kagayama’s Japanese Superbike Suzuki GSX-R1000 to the third step at this year’s prestigious Suzuka 8 Hour endurance race. The team finished only one lap down on the winning Mushahi RT Harc Pro team of Leon Haslam, Michael Van der Mark, and Takumi Takahashi.

Schwantz wore a Wayne Rainey replica helmet in honour of his racing rival. No stranger to the track since retiring from GPs in 1995, Schwantz continues to be involved with bikes at his US-based race schools.

Family fun at the Dirt Bike Show You don’t have to be an off-road aficionado to get the best out of the 2013 International Dirt Bike Show.

Many of today’s top road racers, and indeed leisure road riders, cut their biking teeth on a mini-crosser or trials bike.

So if you’ve a budding Cal Crutchlow or Ewan McGregor in the family itching to learn to ride, a visit to this year’s show won’t disappoint. Nearly all the manufacturers offer youth machines with some of the electric bikes from Mecatecno and Oset suitable for riders from as young as two.

There will be plenty on offer for the whole family in terms of free-of-charge activities, with a variety of machine types for children to try out.

But it’s not all about the kids. The largest dirt bike show in Europe caters for all with a nose for mud. Expect the top manufacturers from the world of motocross, enduro and trials such as KTM, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, TM, GasGas, Sherco and Beta all lined up to show their latest wares. Throw electric trials specialists Oset and Mecatecno into the mix, together with a host of retail clothing, parts and accessory stands, and there’s something for everyone.

The hugely popular Extreme Mountain Bike Show will return to wow the crowd with a new stage show, and Flat Track Racing experts will demonstrate how to use body position, braking and throttle control to get low and slide into turns.

The International Dirt Bike Show is at Stoneleigh Park, near Coventry, Warwickshire.

It runs Thursday, Oct 31 to Sunday, Nov 3. Tickets are on sale now and can be bought by following the link on the show’s website at www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk or by calling the box office on 0844 338 8000.

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Subscribe to Motor Cycle Monthly: www.classicmagazines.co.uk/MCM or call 01507 529529 NEW BIKE DEALS BMW

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The Multistrada 1200ABS is available at Ducati dealers from £159 per month with free panniers. This offer does not include Multistrada 1200S Touring, Multistrada Pikes Peak or Multistrada Granturismo and runs until the end of September. Visit www.ducatiuk.com for more info.

Sarron to star at CMM’s Stafford Show GP star Christian Sarron is to take centre stage at the 20th Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Stafford Show on Saturday 19 and Sunday, October 20.

Former 1984 250cc world champion Sarron made a name for himself as a master of riding in wet conditions in a Grand Prix racing career which spanned 14 years from 1977 to 1990 as well as a Bol d’Or win with brother Dominique Sarron in 1994.

Pitted against the likes of Eddie Lawson, Freddie Spencer, Kevin Schwantz and Wayne Rainey, Sarron took a win and 13 podiums in the Blue Riband class aboard the Sonauto/Gauloises Yamahas for which he became synonymous.

On top of on-stage interviews with Sarron, the CMM show is a must for anyone interested in motorcycles of all eras but with a leaning to Japanese machinery. Over the course of the weekend there’s a huge autojumble, club stands, the sights and sounds of running race bikes in the Classic Racer Grand Prix Paddock, the Classic Dirt Bike hall as well as the world-renowned wall of death.

The annual Bonhams motorcycle auction also promises to have a huge selection of bikes and memorabilia for all pockets.

Day tickets cost from £3 for children, £10 adults, £9 OAP. For more information visit www.classicbikeshows.com or call 01507 529529.

Christian Sarron amid a track battle with world champ Wayne Gardner.

European adventures from just £39 return With the sun having smiled on the UK this summer, the ferries are fighting back with some competitive prices.

This means you can experience the joy of the open roads of Europe thanks to the DFDS Seaways Dover-Dunkirk route costing from £39 return for a motorcycle, £49 with a sidecar and £59 for a motorcycle and trailer.

Dunkirk is a two-hour crossing from Dover and offers a fantastic entry point into France for riders looking to

explore France, Belgium, Germany or beyond. The special fares are available until September 29.

DFDS sails 24 times per day and offers upgrades to the first class lounge with priority boarding/ disembarkation and complimentary drinks for £12 per person.

For more information visit www.dfdsseaways.co.uk/ferry-offersand-deals/ferry-to-france-offers or telephone 0871 574 7235.

Tories float idea of allowing 15 minute double yellow line ‘grace period’ Motorists in England may get a ‘grace period’ to pick up goods from shops.

Conservative ministers want to issue new guidelines before the general election to encourage councils to consider a grace period of between five and 15 minutes on double yellow lines.

Some councils already allow motorists to park free of charge for up

to 30 minutes close to shops. Parking and waiting on double yellow lines is currently prohibited – unless stated – for all vehicles except for those making commercial deliveries and pick-ups, blue badge holders and the emergency services.

At the moment, the largest fine for illegal parking outside London is £70, while it is £130 in the capital.

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Suzuki’s new V-Strom 1000 website, designed to provide information on the marque’s new adventure machine, has posted a video of an interview of the machine’s styling designer Tomoya Murakami. Having previously worked on the GSX-R and GSR series machines, Murakami is the main designer for the new V-Strom project.

Visit www.suzuki-vstrom.com

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Kawasaki

Ride now, pay later scheme on all current models with first payment deferred for three months. Also available is 0% APR over three years on ER-6 and ZX-6R ranges with a £60 deposit. 0% APR over two years with £60 deposit on Versys Tourer, Z800e, Z1000 range and the ZX-10R. Offer ends September 1. Visit www.kawasaki.co.uk/offers for details of these and other offers.

New bikes are old From a GP500 track bike to a new Triumph Bonneville and a Royal Enfield Continental GT, some of the most interesting bikes coming up are all old hat.

There are rumours of a 500cc V4 twostroke in Eddie Lawson style from Cagiva with off-the-shelf suspension and brakes to keep the cost down coming to track days near you. There are imminent expectations of a new Triumph Bonneville to come out of the Hinckley factory.

Continuing the retro-classic theme, a pre-production version of a big bore 535cc Royal Enfield Continental GT has been photographed with a planned production date to be set for next year.

Tell us what you think about the planned new retro machines at editorial@motorcyclemonthly.co.uk

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Yamaha

A women-only track day is set for Teesside Autodrome on September 30, headed up by TT racer Maria Costello MBE. The former TT lap record and Guinness world record holder has new ambitions, but this time they revolve around helping and supporting women bikers.

Her first women-only Woman on a Motorcycle track day is a reality, with the date booked for 30 women to receive her tuition at the Teesside Autodrome.

The idea behind her Woman on a

Motorcycle project or association – she hasn’t labelled it yet – is to encourage more women to take up motorcycling and for those already on two wheels to become more skilled, confident motorcyclists.

Plans to run slow-speed courses, touring and social meets are also in the pipeline and the aim is to build a dedicated website where she can offer help, advice, training courses, touring and track days as well as news, products and a place to exchange stories and advice between members. Until this is in place the

group has a Facebook page – www.facebook.com/groups/371221 686280661/?fref=ts This first, limited number, track day will be structured to provide each woman with the chance to be on track with Costello. Classroom sessions will offer track riding and bike control advice and tips, while there will be bike set-up advice throughout the day.

The women only track day takes place on September 30 at Teesside Autodrome and costs £135.

Email: woam@costelloracing.com

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Triumph

Free accessory pack worth £700 on Tiger 800, Tiger 800XC and Tiger Explorer; £524 on Speed Triple and £895 on Thunderbird. Offer ends September 30. Visit www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk for more information.

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Yanks are coming to Classic TT A team of US racers is confirmed for the Classic TT which forms part of the 90th anniversary of the Manx GP in August.

Seven riders, plus machines, are making the trip to the Isle of Man and race at the Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT races. The riders will compete in the Senior, Formula Classic, Formula 1 Classic, Classic 250, and Class A Supertwins Lightweight races.

James McKay (Kawasaki Z1), Russ Granger (Honda RC30), Wade Boyd (Kawasaki 750) and Dave Crussell (Yamaha TZ750) will complete in the Formula 1 Classic, while Scott Fabbro (Norton 750) will race in Formula Classic, Bill Blythe in Class A Supertwins and Mark Parrett will ride Ron Halemís BSA/Goldstar Manx.

The team has two members who are returning to the Island, Wade and Dave. The rest are newcomers, anxious to enjoy the thrill of the Island for the first time. Dave Crussell said: “I came to the IoM for the first time last year and rode my P&M Kawasaki Z1. I absolutely fell in love with the Island; there is nothing like it. I am really happy to come back this year with some buddies to share the fun. This should be a fantastic event. And we have to say a big thank you to the IoM Government for helping to sponsor the shipment of our bikes across the Atlantic.”

Avon Storm 3D X-M touring tyres These new additions to the Avon Storm Ultra family of sports touring tyres are made in Britain and aimed at the hypersport motorcycle market. The Avon Storm 3D X-M takes the unique technology found in the 3D Ultra sports tyre family and uses it to create a sports touring tyre which also delivers higher mileage.

The Storm 3D X-M features interlocking three-dimensional points hidden in the tyre’s grooves, which are said to improve stability, grip and warm-up times, while limiting tread flex. These latest advances in tyre technology are married to a highperformance single and multi-compound silica-rich tread which enhances wet grip.

Avon says the Storm 3D X-M gives superb handling and stability characteristics which are essential on today’s hyperbikes, such as the Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa, Kawasaki GTR1400 and Kawasaki ZZR1400. It can also transform the handling of older model hyperbikes, such as BMW’s K1300 series and Honda’s Super Blackbird.

The Avon Storm 3D X-M is available now in sizes 120/70-ZR17 (front) and 180/55ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17 (rear). Visit www.avonmotorcycle.com for more information.

Cheap US coast-to-coast bike hire The Lost Adventure is offering cheap bike hire to ride from Florida to California from March 21 to April 4, 2014.

Organisers Tim Orr and Jim McDermott are arranging to move the fleet of EagleRider machines from Orlando to Los Angeles and want adventurous motorcyclists to be a part of the trip, which could be your own route or you could tag along and take in the Louisiana swamp land, New Orleans, Texas, The Aircraft Graveyard, Las Vegas, Hollywood and more.

Just £899 will net you a Harley-Davidson for the trip, which they bill as a ‘spontaneous tour’. They’re keen to point out you fill your own tanks, carry your own bags and pull your own weight. The price only includes hire of the bike; you will be responsible for the cost of hotels and additional expenses. For more information visit www.thelostadventure.com or call 0117 230 2022.

Peter Fonda sues Dolce & Gabbana Easy Rider star Peter Fonda is suing fashion house Dolce & Gabbana over a T-shirt featuring his image from the iconic 1969 biker movie.

Fonda, 73, claims the image was used without his permission and has asked for $6 million (£3.9m) for “injuries to his peace, happiness, goodwill and reputation”. He has also filed for a share of any profits from the T-shirts, selling for $300 (£195) each.

Easy Rider, directed by and co-starring the late Dennis Hopper, ushered in a new era of gritty American cinema when it was released at the tail end of the 1960s.

Motorcycle Sport & Leisure more relevant with revamp

MCM’s sister publication Motorcycle Sport & Leisure has been given a fresh new look with a bigger touring section as well as an emphasis on more relevent bikes which matter to you.

The next issue features the rather frugal, 85mpg Honda CB500F as well as Yamaha’s T-Max.

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HAVE YOUR SAY Growing up in the saddle Dear MCM Thirty one years ago, at the age of 16, I began my road riding tales. It was difficult to fund my first bike as I was still at school and had parents unwilling to contribute to my possible fatality (their words not mine). But much wheeling and dealing, working, scrimping and saving saw the proud purchase of a Honda SS50.

It didn’t take long to realise that this four-stroke was just way too slow compared to all my mates’ two-strokes. So once I’d left school and started work the SS was sold and a Suzuki AP50 purchased... real power with an indicated 60mph downhill flat on the tank.

At 17 I was the first

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★ MCM STAR LETTER OF THE MONTH year to be affected by the new 125cc law. So a Suzuki GT125 twin was gleaned... more twostroke heaven, followed by a coffin tank Yamaha RD250 once my test had been passed. For some reason I managed to blow up every two-stroke I owned – a lack of mechanical knowledge, and forgetfulness to fill the two-stroke oil tank being cited as the main reasons for the engines nipping up.

Now, as a young man I loved bikes but my pockets weren’t exactly deep and my first mortgage at 19 years of age meant I simply had even less money, so a DT175 kept me very happy until I finally found a well paid career at 23 and bigger ‘proper’ four-strokes followed.

At 25 I bought a TDM850, followed by a VFR750 and then came the big time... a brand spanking new ZX-9R in 1994. Three years of bliss, mostly, ended in four crashes, one on my first track day.

But hey ho these things happen, my big bike ownership had taken off and so had track days!

My early thirties consisted of very fast road rides and some track days. Towards my late thirties I also found out what a great place Europe was to ride in and, hell, they even like bikers.

Yearly holidays became the norm and what great memories I have of them and the friends I made.

Into my forties, still on a staple diet of big road bikes, mainly flat-barred nakeds on the road and track bikes. European track day forays blossomed and I discovered nirvana.

At 45, a massive crash at Donington on my track-prepped R1 tempered me somewhat. Some broken bones and a severe concussion were the main issues but looking at the state of my crash helmet made me think ‘how the hell did I survive’? I couldn’t remember what had happened either.

My road bike at that time, and still now, is a heavily modified Suzuki B-King. I had the truly brilliant idea of taking it to a two-day track day at Le Mans last year... but exactly one year to the day from the Donington incident I lobbed the BKing into a Le Mans gravel trap. I could have cried. I also broke my right foot.

So what’s the point of the letter? It’s a self diagnosis. It’s taken me 31 years of road riding to finally appreciate that I’m not indestructible, I suffer badly from ‘track red mist’, I’m very good at crashing and I’m no longer so good at bouncing.

But I’ve finally grown up. I no longer ride on the road like I’ve stolen it, I’m more thoughtful, careful and less crazy. I’ve even resigned from track days and taken up proper touring... on a Honda VFR1200. I might be old but I still love bikes... and the occasional wheelie.

Gary Lydford

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Turning into a pedal pusher Dear MCM For a bit of extra cash, and as a hobby, I have been doing up forgotten 50cc scooters and reselling them for the last six or seven years. It has been a good profitable hobby, and taking a garage confined non-runner and returning it to the road with full MoT is very satisfying.

The reason I write is since the new testing rules that came out at the beginning of the year I have noticed a decline in sales and interest in first time machines.

Initially I blamed it on the weather being so bad, and I hope the new regulations are not deterring

kids entering motorcycling. When I was young kids got bikes because they couldn’t afford cars but now it seems with insurance, petrol, tax, training and test costs, getting on the road when you’re 16-17 is just too expensive – car or motorcycle.

So I have now stopped doing up scooters as the market is too slow, instead I am buying and selling push-bikes! Some of these are as technical as a motorcycle with hydraulic brakes and adjustable forks, just not the same when you hit a hill and have to pedal – I won’t be converted that’s for sure. It will be interesting to see the sales figures for 50cc bikes at the end of this year.

Steve Jones

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MV Agusta’s F3 triple gains extra ponies from larger capacity 800cc motor Words: Roland Brown Photography: Milagro After a day at Misano on the F3 800 my mind is spinning with images: cranking through the circuit’s two right-hand kinks at scary-fast speed; the laser-like precision with which the MV sliced through the double-apex right-hander; the ferocity with which its Brembo monoblocs slowed it into the first turn.

It’s no great surprise that the F3 800 generated a vivid mental highlights reel from a day at an international racetrack. But as the adrenaline subsides, some slower, less exciting but arguably more revealing moments of the day come to mind. My deliberately stopstart rides down the pit lane in first gear, for example. And the handful of out-laps in the higher gears, rolling on the throttle at low revs to mimic a lazy road ride.

The MV came through both of those relatively tedious tests with flying colours – or, to be more precise, with no sign of the erratic low-rev throttle response for which the F3 675 has been much criticised.

The 800s chassis is taken straight from the 675, as are the sharply styled bodywork and the trademark exhaust with its three short pipes on the right side. Paintwork comes in black and white or matt black, as well as the traditional red and silver. A sticker on the tank gives a reminder of the firm’s 37 world championships. Racing heritage is never far away with an MV Agusta.

The frame is unchanged, with its combination of steel tubes and aluminium sections at the swingarm pivot. The new bike’s Sachs shock is delivered with more preload and revised damping to suit the engine’s extra power. Its Marzocchi forks are also firmed up slightly to handle the front brake, which is upgraded with Brembo monoblocs in place of the same firm’s standard radial four-piston calipers.

What’s new?

Giving the F3 a bigger motor was always going to add power. The good news is that this latest triple has some extra manners too.

It has certainly gained performance – more than might be expected from the 123cc increase that takes capacity to 798cc. The new triple’s peak output of 148bhp is 20bhp up on the F3 675, almost matches the GSX-R750s 150bhp maximum, and far exceeds those of Triumph’s Daytona 675 and MV’s own F3 675cc, never mind the Japanese 600s.

The increase at lower revs is even more spectacular – roughly 30bhp between 8000 and 10,000rpm – and that’s no coincidence. Rather than being an enlarged version of the 675cc engine, the larger unit was conceived at the same time, and according to MV’s engineers is the one with optimum dimensions (the smaller F3 was released first for marketing and racing reasons, and scored its first World Supersport podium in May when the ParkinGO team’s Robbie Rolfo finished third at Donington).

The most important changes concern the engine. The main reason for the big midrange power gain is that, like the Brutale 800 unit that was released a few months ago, the extra capacity comes from a longer 54.3mm stroke, rather than a bigger bore (which is unchanged at 79mm). New pistons increase compression ratio from 12.5 to 13.3:1. The dohc engine’s 12 valves are made from titanium, like those of the smaller F3 but not the Brutale motors.

As with all MV’s triples, the crankshaft spins in the opposite direction to the wheels, which the engineers say improves agility by reducing steering inertia. The longerstroke crankshaft requires shorter con rods. The F3 800 also becomes the first of the triples to get a slipper clutch. Its fuel and exhaust systems are mechanically unchanged, but engine management software has been updated in recent months.

MV’s development team has done a

good job, too, as my Misano ride quickly confirmed.

What’s it like to ride?

From the fairly low rider’s seat this F3 has the same low screen, clip-ons under the top yoke, the same short petrol tank. When I pressed the starter button the motor came to life with a similar three-pot burble from the short, curved pipes behind my right boot.

But this time after I’d let out the light clutch to pull away I was careful to ride slowly and deliberately up the pit lane, firstly trying to hold a steady pace, then accelerating and slowing to test the throttle response. Flawless. In Normal mode – the middle of the three main engine maps, between Sport and Rain (there’s also a tuneable Custom mode), the MV was responsive and composed, with no hint of low-rev roughness.

By the time I’d ridden a gentle couple of laps to warm the tyres, accelerating from unnaturally low revs for a racetrack, it was clear that the new engine’s midrange delivery was as strong in real life as it looked on the dyno chart. The increase in torque over the F3 675 engine really is substantial: up from 31 to 46lb-ft at 4000rpm, for example; and from 40 to 57lb-ft at 8000rpm.

Okay, so the ultra short-stroke F3 675 is peaky even by middleweight supersport standards, but this was something very different. Opening the throttle at pretty much any revs sent the 800 leaping forward, feeling more like an open-class bike than a 600. It continued to rev rapidly, as I hooked gears with the standard fitment quickshifter, but didn’t demand the manic riding style of the smaller engine bike.

Whereas the F3 675 makes peak power at 14,500rpm and can be revved to 15 grand, the bigger engine dies away after 13,000rpm. It is notably

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Main rival Triumph Daytona 675R, £10,599

Both the Daytona 675R and the standard version of Triumph’s middleweight super-sports triple are updated this year with a new, short-stroke engine. Even that 126bhp unit can’t match the larger MV motor’s power. The Daytona is supremely sorted, though, and the chassis, redesigned around the new exhaust system with lowlevel silencer, is sublime. Öhlins suspension and Brembo Monobloc calipers with ABS help give the 675R outstanding cornering and braking ability.

smooth and free-revving though, with a very direct throttle response. That was especially true in the more aggressive Sport mode, which I preferred on the track although the MV’s light, ride-by-wire throttle action requires a delicate right wrist.

This more powerful and flexible bike would be both quicker and easier to ride, especially on an unfamiliar road.

But it wouldn’t be an MV without a few niggles. The first was just that the tacho bar, which runs across the compact digital instrument panel, is too small to be read easily at a glance. At least there’s the exhaust note and the fairly visible shift light to go by.

More serious was the gearchange; or to be more precise the quick-shifter.

This is standard fitment on the 800 (it’s a £300 option on the 675) and worked fine for most changes. But both the F3s I rode had problems making the change up from third, frequently requiring a second tap of the lever before it went into fourth. Adjusting the lever helped

but didn’t completely cure the problem.

Hopefully the gearbox glitch (which most, but not all, riders complained about) is electrical rather than mechanical, and will quickly be sorted.

If so, MV’s cleverly designed electronics system means all F3 owners will be able to upgrade to the latest spec. This will have to be done by a dealer, so it’s not quite as easy as updating your mobile phone, but the service will be free of charge and will take only a few minutes.

This potential for upgrading also applies to the F3s traction control system, which has also recently been updated. The system worked well although I was surprised at how much it cut in on the fourth setting of the eight. I much preferred the less intrusive second setting. Changes are made via a button on the left bar; shame you can’t easily fine-tune it on the move, as with some systems.

I didn’t need much tuning of the suspension, just slightly more shock preload to prevent the rear end squatting under acceleration. The

Marzocchi front end was excellent: firm, well damped and precise. So much so that it was easy to run the MV over the kerb at the outside of the double-apex right-hander, never doubting that the bike would stick to the chosen line and sweep back for the second apex before flicking on to its other side for the left-hander on to the back straight.

Stability was generally very good, though I did trigger one short fit of handlebar shaking, after shifting my body weight while still cranked over exiting a slow turn. As with the throttle action, this is small, racy, finely honed bike that responds to precise control and doesn’t appreciate clumsy movements. I didn’t find it particularly cramped, though, even though I’m very tall and the footrests aren’t adjustable.

The firm 43mm forks also had no trouble dealing with the Brembo Monoblocs, whose fierce power at the end of the straight had me struggling to prevent myself being thrown over the handlebars. Stability under braking was good, probably helped by the new

Three colour options, but there’s only one real choice...

Single LCD shows all riding info slipper clutch. Shame there’s no ABS yet; it’s due on the F4 models soon but probably won’t make the F3 until next year. The triple will come with Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso Corsas but wore Supercorsa SPs for the launch.

The sticky race-ready rubber was ideal for Misano, adding the finishing touch to a bike that was superbly fast, agile and rewarding to ride on the track. In many ways the 800s benefits should be even more obvious on the road, where its ability to accelerate from low or medium revs, even when in top at about 50mph, will be very useful on a busy A-road.

And of course there’s that much improved fuelling, which should make this MV reasonably pleasant to live with even when pulling away from the lights or trickling down the high street.

It certainly hasn’t gone soft, the F3 800; it’s a compact, racy, aggressive machine with plenty of performance, diamond-sharp handling and a snarly three-cylinder character.

It still has a few rough edges, notably the quick-shift that urgently needs perfecting. Inevitably it’s considerably more expensive than the F3 675, which remains in the range. But it’s more refined and easier to ride as well as faster, and it’s surely the best value, most competitive sports bike yet from MV.

Detailing is exquisite

TECH SPEC

MV Agusta F3 800

Price: £11,499 Engine: 798cc liquid-cooled transverse triple with four valves per cylinder Max power (claimed): 148bhp @ 13,000rpm Max torque (claimed): 65lb-ft @ 8600rpm Bore and stroke: 79 x 54.3mm Rake and trail: Not disclosed/99mm Chassis: Tubular steel and aluminium plates Suspension: Front 43mm Marzocchi usd telescopic, 125mm travel, adjustments for preload, compression and rebound damping. Rear Sachs shock, 123mm travel, adjustments for preload, compression and rebound damping Brakes: Front 2 x four-piston Brembo radial Monobloc calipers, 320mm discs. Rear 1 x twin-piston Brembo caliper, 220mm disc Wheels/tyres: Front 120/70 x 17in Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa on cast aluminium rim. Rear 180/55 x 17in Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa on cast aluminium rim Wheelbase: 1380mm Weight: 173kg (dry) Seat height: 805mm Colours: Red-silver, matt black, white-black www.mvagusta.co.uk

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12 PRODUCTS HeliBars for Honda VFR1200

No matter how much effort a motorcycle manufacturer puts into getting the riding position of a bike just right, one thing is for certain – one size rarely fits all. Raising the handlebar position on even an accomplished sports tourer such as Honda’s VFR1200 can provide improved comfort, and that’s just what HeliBars have been doing since 1987.

Apparently the VFR’s fairing and fuel tank created a design challenge for the development of bars to improve the machine’s long distance comfort, but the engineers at HeliBars eventually developed handlebars that are 50mm taller, 25mm further back and 25mm wider than the standard items. They’ve also managed to reduce the downward angle by eight degrees and the rearward angle by just over three degrees. HeliBars claims that combined, these subtle changes provide not only a more comfortable hand and arm position but also improve the position of the lower back.

Weise textile and leather jacket

German kit manufacturer Weise has updated its part leather, part Cordura Psycho jacket. The revamped jacket gets a new venting system along with a subtle use of modern reflective materials for better visibility with other road users in low light conditions.

Popular with many riders for the comfort of Cordura but with leather in the key stress areas, you shouldn’t let the name put you off because this is possibly the best of both worlds.

Manufactured from genuine Cordura, the shell of the jacket offers superior tear and abrasion resistance to regular fabrics and long-lasting durability too.

Reinforced with

www.motorcyclemonthly.co.uk Designed and engineered in the USA and powder coated in black to match the original bars, the new HeliBars work with all stock hydraulics, cables and control wire looms for both DCT and geared versions.

Price: £280

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leather panels over the shoulders, elbows and across the back, the Psycho II also has CE approved armour in the shoulders, arms and back.

There’s a waterproof and breathable drop in liner and a removable quilted inner jacket, so the jacket will tackle most weather. For hot conditions, there are zipped vents over the shoulders, torso, back and lower arms. The leather panels on the shoulders and across the back are trimmed with reflective piping and there are reflective stripes in the upper arms too.

Price: £189.99

Contact: Weise. Tel: 0117 971 9200 www.thekeycollection.co.uk/weise/

Knox Orsa gloves

The protection experts at Knox have launched the Orsa Leather glove, a vented summer glove, from their Hand Armour range.

Designed to keep your hands cool and help prevent them sweating while riding, the gloves are made from soft but durable goatskin, and the back of the hand is perforated for ventilation.

The knuckle area is shielded with impactabsorbing honeycomb gel and backed with memory foam. Additional protection is given on the palm with Knox’s Scaphoid Protection System (SPS), which is made up of two sliders that eliminate the grab effect which can occur when a leather palm makes contact with the road.

Knox says SPS reduces the risk of hyper extension breaking the scaphoid bone in the wrist. To ensure a perfect fit, the whole thing is wrapped up with their BOA micro adjustable dial fit.

Scottoiler Mini vSystem

Keeping your chain well lubed and adjusted is not only essential to ensure it lasts for many tens of thousands of miles, it also ensures you get the most performance out of your bike. We’ve long been fans of the Scottoiler systems for doing just that.

They’re great for touring bikes and commuters but have always been a little tricky to fit to a modern sports bike. Now, thanks to the new Mini vSystem from Scottoiler that’s all changed.

In the light of customer feedback, the Scottish firm has produced the new system to cater for the rider who wants to jump on their bike for a weekend blast and not have to worry about cleaning and lubing their chain before they go.

The new oiler is based on Scottoiler’s vacuum operated automatic chain oiler but features a smaller reservoir to give up to 500 miles between fill ups. This should appeal to those riders who head out for weekend rides and would rather have the unit tucked neatly away than the larger capacity of the standard oiler. Perfect if you can’t get the standard sized unit to fit neatly on your bike.

Price: £74.99

Contact: Scottoiler

Price: £79.99

Contact: Knox Tel: 01900 825825 www.knox-armour.co.uk

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14 GRoup test Middleweight adventure

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The middle ground Words: Steve Rose, Bruce Wilson, Nigel Hole, Clive White Photography: Joe Dick

Middleweight adventure bikes offer bags of fun yet are affordable both new and as second-hand options.

Saddle up for your own mini-adventure.

SUZUKI V-STROM 650 – Bruce Wilson

A lot changed with Suzuki’s post-2010 revamp of the 650 V-Strom. In fact, it was a whole new bike with dependable suspension, a comfy riding position and an engine with enough oomph to pull the skin off a banana – much unlike its predecessor. It’s quite pleasing on the eye and as far as all-rounders go, it most

certainly doesn’t look out of place, and it feels as good as it looks too.

Swing a leg over the new shape VStrom and you’ll be hit by the bike’s noticeably high seat. Okay, so maybe I’m just a tad short at 5ft 9in, but that’s beside the point. The handlebars are taller and wider than their previous counterparts. Add to this setup the low mounted footpegs and you’ve got the perfect riding position.

It’s no surprise that the V-Strom’s smaller engine (650cc to 800cc) struggles to compete with the Tiger’s and Crossrunner’s head on, but it does a good job of delivering power at low revs, with a strong and usable midrange. Hit the back roads and you should have no worries about keeping up with much bigger bikes through the twisties, but I wouldn’t suggest this bike for straightline sprinting (obviously).

While this bike’s bottom end is strong, the upper part is merely revvy and slightly gutless. Two to six thousand revs is where you need to keep this bike singing, which thankfully you can do quite easily thanks to the commendable gearbox. It’s happy to be abused and offers a low ‘missed gears’ ratio. But as with most V-twins, anything below the magic two thousand revs is simply uncomfortable as the motor stumbles and the chain slaps.

On a more positive note, this bike likes corners. Fast ones, slow ones and even those awkward ones that you often find in town riding. The V-Strom’s chassis seems fit for all purposes, but thrives particularly so at the slow speed stuff.

In the bike’s redesign, the centre of gravity was worked on to produce a more agile performance and you can certainly feel that at work when you’re tootling. It links in with the new suspension to inform you of what the wheels are doing far before anything has chance to go a little wayward.

And it’s probably that which has impressed me most. I can’t stress enough how much I detested the previous model’s lethargic setup, which simply struggled when you decided to load up the panniers and even suggested that you treat it like a tourer. It was ridiculously wallowy and there wasn’t a great deal you could do about it.

The later bike, however, is a different story. I never actually felt the need to go fiddling, so I left the setup as it came from the factory. The only thing I needed to adjust on the bike was the span to the front brake lever. And that proved quick and easy enough to do.

While the bike’s brakes aren’t exactly outstanding, they do a good job of hauling it up relatively quickly, even if the system does feel a little on the spongy side. Unfortunately, I often triggered the bike’s ABS unintentionally,

TECH SPEC

SUZUKI DL650 V-STROM

Price new: £6899 Engine: 645cc liquid-cooled 90º V-twin with four valves per cylinder Max power (claimed): 68bhp @ 8800rpm Max torque (claimed): 44lb-ft @ 6400rpm Bore and stroke: 81 x 62.6mm Rake and trail: 26º/109mm Chassis: Aluminium twin spar Suspension: Front 43mm forks, 150mm travel, adjustable for preload. Rear single shock, 160mm wheel travel, adjustable for preload and rebound damping.

Brakes: Front 2 x two-piston calipers, 310mm discs.

Rear 1 x one-piston caliper, 260mm disc.

Wheels/tyres: Front 110/80 x 19in, on cast aluminium rim. Rear 150/70 x 17in on cast aluminium rim.

Wheelbase: 1560mm Weight: 214kg (kerb) Seat height: 835mm Fuel capacity: 20 litres www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

as I struggled to feel what was going on through the lever.

In terms of comfort, the Suzuki scores well. The platform of good ergonomics is bolstered by the added comfort from the large, protective fairing, tall screen and hand guards. Little additions such as these display Suzuki’s intention to make its middleweight a capable package, a ‘contender’, if you like, in what is undoubtedly one of the most demanding areas of the UK bike market.

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BMW F650GS – Nigel Hole

It was always going to be a tall order for the diminutive GS, living in the shadow of an older and far more successful sibling. This bike has the same moniker and cool ‘ugly’ styling that makes the GS range so unique but, to be quite frank, that’s where the genetic similarity ends.

The riding position is nothing but pure comfort with everything in the cockpit within easy reach. The only complaint I would have is the indicator set up which has one button on the left, two on the right – one of them being to cancel the indicator. I think the only other manufacturer to do this is Harley-Davidson, but juggling the buttons takes a bit of thought.

Oh, and one more very annoying thing, the BMW has an automatic indicator ‘cancel’, so it turns itself off seemingly randomly.

Indicators aside, the 798cc parallel twin motor is far more gutsy that its predecessor the F650, which had a single-cylinder lump, so you get a smoother more refined ride. The engine pulls strongly but runs out of puff two thirds of the way around the rev counter. Overtaking takes more planning than with the other bikes here.

Despite the quality of the engine, that lack of grunt that we tend to expect these days in any adventure bike leaves the 650 lacking. If you couple this underpowered engine to the three panniers, an adult pillion, fully loaded with luggage and fuel, I fear this GS will struggle all day and make hard work of your adventure.

The standard spec on the F650 GS when it was new was minimal. You got a seat, handlebars, wheels and something to propel yourself forward with.

However, most original purchasers spec’d their machines with

a few official BMW bits on, which made it an expensive choice compared to others.

Fast progress on the motorway is hard work. Loaded panniers push the rear down into the ground, making the front shimmy. This isn’t helped by the relatively poor standard screen, which gives very little protection from the elements.

Another point of note for the Beemer is the mirrors. I’m not the world’s largest chap but I struggled to get a decent view of the action behind me. It wasn’t so much the reach of the arms but rather the shape of the mirror and housing which left larger than average blind spots.

The GS is fundamentally a road bike but the bike’s set up reflects a more offroad heritage. The braking capability is noticeable straight away in the amount of travel on the brake levers to haul the bike up. This is exacerbated by the compression of the forks which, again, are very softly sprung and tend to nosedive. This issue is highlighted as every other bike on this test runs twin front discs as opposed to the single front on the BMW and they have suspension that is fundamentally set up for everyday road use.

Referring back to my comment about the power of the motor when fully laden, why an 800cc bike (although with 650cc power apparently) would carry a single front disc is beyond me.

Surely it can’t have been a cost issue? I liken the GS to ‘my first bike’ and felt sure that after a day’s riding, it wouldn’t have the edge to keep me interested over the longer term. If BMW hadn’t called this a GS it would be all right.

Instead it’s the connotation that this bike has the pedigree of its older brother when in reality it was just a ‘cheap’ BMW. I fear that when it comes to the F650 GS, many will buy the

badge first, the bike second and may well end up being left disappointed. I just didn’t find the qualities that I would have expected from BMW.

Although no longer in BMW’s line-up, there are better secondhand bikes than the 650GS for the same money... ❱ or less.

TECH SPEC

BMW F650 GS

Price: £4500+ secondhand Engine: 798cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin with fourvalves per cylinder Max power (claimed): 71bhp @ 7000rpm Max torque (claimed): 55lb-ft @ 4500rpm Bore and stroke: 82 x 75.6mm Rake and trail: 26º/92mm Chassis: Tubular steel trellis Suspension: Front 41mm telescopic forks, not adjustable. Rear single shock, adjustments for preload and rebound damping Brakes: Front 1 x twin-piston caliper, 300mm disc.

Rear 1 x one-piston caliper, 265mm disc Wheels/tyres: Front 110/80 x 19in, on cast aluminium. Rear 140/80 x 17in on cast aluminium Wheelbase: 1575mm Weight: 199kg (kerb) Seat height: 820mm Fuel capacity: 20 litres www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk

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16 group test Middleweight adventure HONDA CROSSRUNNER – Clive White

I think I must have struck pure gold, because this bike is right up my street.

To be honest, I’m not quite ready to give up sportsbikes just yet, but a more comfortable compromise would do nicely – which is exactly where the Crossrunner seems to fit in.

It’s as though someone’s taken your favourite supersport machine and put a huge pair of upright handlebars on it, just the ticket for someone like me I must say. No more backache or burning wrists after 50 miles, just a broad smile smacked across the face.

It’s infectious and I didn’t want to swap it for any of the others during our test. I’d have quite happily just stayed on the Crossrunner, chuckling to myself as I ticked off another corner. And that’s where this bike’s in its element.

The chassis is fantastic. It turns in super quick and plants a firm foot on the ground at all angles of lean. The back end feels good too. The roads we were travelling were really undulating and if anything was going to test this bike it was this route with sharp corner after sharp corner, making the most of the Crossrunner’s supportive Showa suspension. It worked like a dream and gave me a good chance to get to know the V4 motor while I was at it.

That’s just as appealing. It picks up and fires off plenty quick enough, and things seem to get a whole lot more exciting once the revs crest 6000rpm.

Like hitting a second wind, the motor ups its game and rushes forward again at a fair old rate of knots. At the same time the induction noise changes, acknowledging that the engine has entered V-Tec, and it doesn’t relent until you hit the limiter.

Notch up another gear and it’s time to

go again, with unrelenting enthusiasm. From as low as 2200rpm, the V4 pulls well and lets the bike bimble about in traffic comfortably enough, should you need to.

I’ll say the engine is a little vibey, but that’s not enough to put me off.

It’s just the bike’s way of telling you where you are in the rev range if you don’t have the chance to glance at the bike’s floating dash – which I found a real asset. On so many bikes you need to spend what seems an eternity of glancing to find that crucial piece of info you’re after, but not on this bike. It’s all there in plain sight within the front dash. A gear indicator would have been a nice addition, but everything else you could wish for is on there in one digital form or another.

Just as much as I like the dash, I love the bike’s looks. Enough curves and subtle lines to keep things visually interesting, while offering practical wind protection at the same time. Maybe the screen could do with being a little taller, but it does the job if you duck down slightly. However, if you’re after a genuine solution, I imagine you’d be able to find a more substantial option if you looked around for an aftermarket screen.

This bike has masses of appeal. So much so, I’d actually buy one. It’s quirky, modern and very capable. I’d be just as happy to go touring on this bike as I would scratching, which goes to show the design concept’s versatility. The only place I wouldn’t want to venture on the Crossrunner is off-road, because it seems far too road focused for that kind of action.

But then again, if I wanted to go offroad, I’d buy an off-roader. So that’s fixed that one. Hats off to Honda. This one’s a corker.

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TECH SPEC

HONDA CROSSRUNNER

Price new: £9200 Engine: 782cc liquid-cooled V-four with four valves per cylinder Max power (claimed): 101bhp @ 10,000rpm Max torque (claimed): 53.7lb-ft @ 9500rpm Bore and stroke: 72 x 48mm Rake and trail: 25.75º/96mm Chassis: Aluminium twin-spar Suspension: Front Showa 43mm upside down forks, adjustment for preload. Rear single shock, adjustment for preload and rebound damping.

Brakes: Front: 2 x six-piston calipers, 296mm discs.

Rear 1 x two-piston caliper, 256mm disc.

Wheels/tyres: Front 120/70 x 17in, cast aluminium.

Rear 180/55 x 17in, cast aluminium.

Seat height: 816mm Wheelbase: 1464mm Weight: 240kg (kerb) Fuel capacity: 21.5 litres www.honda.co.uk

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TRIUMPH TIGER 800 – Steve Rose

It’s easy to rave about Triumph’s Tiger 800, so I will. This bike has probably the best road engine of any motorcycle out there, one of the best chassis for all-round riding, enough comfort for most people’s normal riding and a price tag that makes you believe that motorcycling might just still be affordable.

When the Crossrunner came out in 2011 I was convinced the Honda was my bike of the year. Now I’m not so sure. They’re surprisingly different machines. The Honda does long distance comfort, mpg and occasional sports bike craziness better than the Tiger, but the Triumph does engine flexibility, top gear roll ons and value-for money better than the Crossrunner. They are just about even on everything else.

You’d be hard pushed to split them on handling or ride quality and both bikes could do with a little more weather protection and a quieter screen for long motorway journeys.

The Honda is better built and has better brakes, but the Triumph has less intrusive ABS and is cheaper.

On the Tiger, and as with most Triumphs, the fun starts almost immediately. One of the standout qualities of Triumph’s current range is that the bikes almost feel as if they’ve been developed specifically for you.

Perfect fuelling, easy power deliveries and confident steering means you’re at home by mile three. And then it just gets better.

Triumph’s 800cc engine might share much with the 675cc sportster, but has a completely different character. Where the 675 motor feels angry and revvy – urging you to go faster, the 800 engine is softer, but stronger. The result, though, is an engine which cruises

happily in top gear at 85mph and needs but a yank on the throttle to demolish traffic.

The most effort you’ll ever need is a single down change. It’s a near perfect blend of torque and power that makes road riding an absolute pleasure. You’ll use more of the revs than the Honda or even the V-Strom, surprisingly, but that feels good on the Triumph. There’s always a choice of gears and the light clutch and precise gear change make it easy to choose. Bizarrely, it’s the unobtrusive brilliance of the Tiger that makes it so hard to write about. It’s one of those bikes which has few stand out characteristics so you just get on with the ride, unaware that everything you are asking it to do is just happening.

Hinckley Triumphs have always handled well, but the Tiger’s chassis and suspension coped with everything thrown at it. Which comes back to that first point. It’s the ease with which the Tiger manages everything that makes it so bloody good.

There are niggles of course. The popping and banging on a closed throttle sounds like something has come loose in the exhaust and the tail section needs some side panels to cover the scaffolding. A mate of mine rode a Tiger 700 miles to Cornwall and back last month and came back moaning about the chronically uncomfortable seat. My longest trip has been two-and-a-half hours in one go and I haven’t had a problem.

Other niggles (for me at least) include Triumph’s latest instruments. The clock is too small to read easily and I can’t work out intuitively how to reset the trip meters or get to the information I want, which I know is in there. Make sure you get the manual if buying used.

And finally, while I’m grumping, there’s the headlights (nowhere near as

good as the Honda’s) and the fuel consumption which ranges from okay (50mpg ridden carefully) to poor (38mpg in the Dales and rushing home). There are more thirsty bikes out there, but the BMW riding the same roads at the same speeds did 65mpg and 55mpg respectively.

Conclusion

Quite simply, we’re spoilt. Whoever you are and whatever roads you ride, there’s a middleweight all-rounder out there for you. And that’s what makes crowning an individual machine so tricky, because the choosing game is so subjective, dependent on your size, the miles you ride and the speed at which you wish to travel.

The general consensus is we all like the Tiger 800. It was maybe a bit inevitable, but the Triumph just seems to tick more boxes than the others. It’s more versatile, more exciting and, depending on your point of view, probably the best looking too. And we haven’t even mentioned prices. New the Triumph is £7499 and you can get an early 2010 or 11 model for just under £5000.

The Suzuki is cheaper, at £6899 (with ABS) new and the facelift model can be picked up secondhand for just a sniff over £4000, but it doesn’t feel quite as refined. Don’t get us wrong, it’s most certainly a great bike and undoubtedly the second best option to go for, but it loses out in the engine stakes to the Triumph.

The Crossrunner is a close third. The bike itself is fantastic. A good engine with strong brakes and a chassis that is capable of tackling just about every kind of riding. But the £9200 new price ticket is the issue and you’ll struggle to find one secondhand. It’s so much more expensive than the rest of the competition and without any real

added benefits. The other big criticism is the position of the sporty footpegs, going against all that’s gained from the relaxingly mounted handlebars.

And finally, there’s the BMW. A bit of a flop in this company. There are people out there who would love this bike in isolation, but not once they’ve swung a leg over the other options.

With a really docile engine and a wallowy setup, its only real saving grace is fantastic fuel consumption, which can return 70mpg+. But even that, and the £4500 secondhand price are not enough to dig it out of fourth place.

TECH SPEC

TRIUMPH TIGER 800

Price new: £7499 Engine: 799cc liquid-cooled fuel-injected six-speed in-line triple with four valves per cylinder Bore and stroke: 74 x 61.9mm Rake and trail: 23.7º/86.2mm Max power (claimed): 94bhp @ 9300rpm Max Torque (claimed): 58lb-ft @ 7850rpm Chassis: Steel trellis Suspension: Front 43mm Showa upside-down telescopic, 180mm travel. Rear Showa single shock, 170mm wheel travel, hydraulic adjustment for preload.

Brakes: Front 2 x Nissin two-piston caliper, 308mm floating discs. Rear 1 x single piston caliper, 255mm disc Wheels/tyres: Front 100/90/19 Rear 150/70/17 on aluminium rims Wheelbase: 1530mm Weight: 210kg (kerb) Seat height: 810mm Fuel capacity: 19 litres www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk 01455 251 700

18 Adventure Riding in the Pyrenees

Mountain mayhem

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Every summer a diverse collection of riders from all over the globe descend on the Spanish Pyrenees to take part in one of the world’s most unique motorcycle events

www.motorcyclemonthly.co.uk Known as the VINCE, one would think that it is simply named after its founder, motorcycle traveller and film-maker Austin Vince of Mondo Enduro fame, but in fact Austin is quick to point out that this mysteriously named race-that-isn’t-arace actually stands for the Very Interesting Navigation Challenge Event. It just so happens to spell out his surname.

This might give you a whiff of the unusual nature of this annual event which was first held in 2005 and has since gone from strength to strength, attracting off-road riders in all their forms, ranging from regular trail-riders to global adventurers and even a handful of Dakar racers (and no, they didn’t win!).

So, what is the VINCE all about? Put simply, it’s a combination of orienteering on dirt bikes and a good ol’ knees-up. About a month before the event each team is sent a detailed map of a section of the Catalan Pyrenees and a booklet with a list of checkpoints

This really is getting away from it all

that are spread over an area of 400 square miles. The aim of the game is to navigate your way around the stupendous mountain trails of the Pyrenees over two days, trying to find as many of these checkpoints as possible – treasure hunt style.

If you really go for it, you can cover 200 miles a day off-road and never repeat an inch of your route. But most importantly, there is no GPS allowed – the VINCE is strictly analogue.

Everyone stays in the same hotel and come the evening, the cerveza and sangria flow as the riders compare their day’s adventures and finally, on the last night, the winner is announced over a sumptuous three-course meal. Not a bad way to spend a couple of days in sunny Spain.

According to Austin, the VINCE is an event for the ‘thinking dirt-biker’. Tired of the dog-eat-dog mentality of the enduro circuit, and wanting to capture some of the thrill of exploration that he had encountered on his round-theworld rides, he came up with the idea

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www.motorcyclemonthly.co.uk for the VINCE as a result of many years trail-riding in the Pyrenees and is now regarded as the UK’s leading expert on the off-road routes in the region.

“I was tired of competing in enduros where the more expert riders whizz up behind you tooting and shouting to get out of their way,” he explains. “So, I was inspired to create an event where the people who turned up actually ended up making friends with each other.” It is no surprise then, that the catchphrase surrounding the event is ‘If you want to win, you shouldn’t enter the VINCE.’ The event attracts a vast and varied array of machines, from the latest shiny adventure types such as BMW’s 1200GS as well as other big adventure bikes such as Transalps and Africa Twins to vintage 70s trail-bikes, 200cc two-strokes and everything in between – even a Ural sidecar outfit and a Honda C90 have made an appearance. But, as the event is less about speed and more about tactics and map-reading accuracy, it can be

said that it is truly possible to compete on pretty much any bike that has some off-road capability. Due to the popularity of the concept, Austin has now set up a sister event dedicated solely to vintage dirt-bikes called the Twinshock Trailfinder which this year saw an impressive range of classics make the long trip from the UK, ranging from 1960s Triumphs to 1970s XTs and a whole fleet of Armstrong MT army bikes.

For the participant the appeal is more than just tearing around the mountain trails, although the riding is spectacular in itself. But a large part of the fun also comes from the planning and preparation which goes into it in the month running up to the event. If you’re the diligent type there is a sizeable amount of map-studying, head-scratching and military-precision planning, and although there’s no cash prize, a large proportion of the riders take it very seriously indeed, riding the full 12 hours each day. Each checkpoint carries a certain amount of

No GPS: Map and compass only means there’s plenty of this going on

points that are based on their distance from the hotel so each team must decide how best to visit as many checkpoints as possible to scoop up the maximum points without coming back late and incurring penalties, or heaven forfend, disqualification.

If however, you lack the competitive urge, and prefer to start the day with a leisurely breakfast and then sample the delights of Spain’s fabled ‘menu del dia’ in a mountain restaurant, you can simply use the event as a unique way to ride some of Europe’s finest trails with the added bonus of some fun map-reading and the good-natured camaraderie among the attendees which makes the VINCE such a special experience.

The other factor that people enjoy is often the ride down through France. Although some opt to fly out and rent a bike, or have their own bike taken out in a van, for many the ride to and from the Pyrenees is as much a part of the fun as the event itself, with plenty of the participants electing to stick around afterwards for more world-class trail-riding, turning the whole affair into a mini overland adventure.

So, who are these map-reading, dirtbiking heroes who take the winning trophy at the VINCE? “They’re like human GPS units,” says Austin. “They have incredible navigation skills and are also excellent trail-riders, they can take care of a puncture at the side of the road, fix anything with a bodge and even keep riding with an injury!” So, are they all superhuman athletes on the latest fancy tricked-out KTMs? “No, not at all,” Austin insists. “Some of the most impressive results over the years have included a 63-year-old on a 250cc who won the event with a broken collarbone, a team of two women riders and a bunch of former couriers

from London.” But doesn’t leaving the GPS at home send the riders into a fit of nerves? “Not in the slightest,” says Austin with a twinkle in his eye.

“The ones that would be scared by that are not the kind of people who would enjoy this event. It’s all about taking control of your destiny, not meekly following the next instruction from your TomTom. There’s something positively old-fashioned about the whole experience, and people are willing to drive 700 miles from the UK because of that, not in spite of it. It’s about the visceral experience of getting out in the wilderness and plotting your own course. You can’t beat it!”

But are they allowed to use their GPS to make the journey from the UK? “Well, if they must,” says Austin reluctantly, and we’re not sure he’s joking.

Checkpoints look oh so innocuous on the map

Detailed instructions are a must

Over there? No... over there!

The Vince behind the VINCE

Fancy having a go?

This year’s VINCE takes place in Ripoll, 90 minutes north of Barcelona on September 3-4.

For more info visit www.austinvince.com/navigation-events Entry fee is £250 per rider.

20 ROUGH GUIDE Suspension tweaks and upgrades The Nitron Race shock offers a performance upgrade

Words: Ben Wilkins

Your bike’s suspension determines not just how your bike handles but how you feel the road. Tweaking, tuning or upgrading your suspension could be your route to attaining handling Nirvana.

Boing... Boing... Boing... If this sounds like an impression of your bike as you head down the road then chances are the suspension could do with tweaking, fettling or possibly replacing.

The addition of suspension to bikes was one of the major advances which affected both comfort and performance. While crude spring-only suspension started to appear on bikes before the First World War, monoshock suspension with a rising rate linkage as we know it today started to appear in the 1980s.

As riders we demand more and more from our bikes, especially as our skill set improves.

The demands placed on a bike’s suspension are many. We might want to ride faster, or carry a pillion and luggage on a leisurely tour of Europe.

Both of these activities require a different suspension setup to get the most out of a bike and the bike’s suspension could probably do with at least tweaking to get it working correctly for the kind of riding you do. From tweaking the adjusters away from the standard settings, to having them adjusted by a suspension specialist... through to replacing the fork internals or even the whole rear shock, there’s something out there to suit every budget. MCM guides you through the basics.

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FRONT SUSPENSION The front forks on your bike are pretty important. Not only do they hold the front wheel in place, isolate you from bumps on the road and provide your steering input, they also affect the feel of your bike over bumps as well as while cornering, accelerating and braking.

Telescopic-style forks with hydraulic damping first appeared in the 1930s and 40s, but since the 1960s the telescopic fork is fundamentally unchanged. Sure, they’ve evolved hugely but they still work by having oil squeezed through holes to slow down the movement of the fork.

Not all forks have the same adjustment capabilities. A budget machine might well have no means to adjust the spring preload or compression and rebound damping whereas a sports-oriented machine will most likely have all three.

Tweaks

Assuming your particular bike has adjusters on the forks for spring preload and compression and/or rebound damping then these are where to start.

The owner’s manual is the place to begin and will tell you where the damping adjusters are and recommended settings. The first step is to see where your adjusters are compared with the recommended positions. If the settings are standard and you aren’t happy with the ride it gives you can try tweaking them (one setting at a time, otherwise you won’t know which has made the difference) to improve the ride.

On most bikes, turning the adjusters clockwise will increase the damping force and anti-clockwise will decrease it. The spring preload adjusts how high the forks sit (static preload), the rebound damping (sometimes marked with a T – for Tension) determines how quickly the forks spring back after being compressed and the compression damping determines how quickly the forks compress.

If a setting can’t be found that suits then the next step would be to find a company to adjust the settings for you (see below).

Upgrades

If tweaks to the standard setup aren’t enough for you then the next steps involve upgrading the springs, oil and damping control internals, depending on how much you have to spend and the results you want to achieve.

A simple fork service (approx £80 including parts and labour if you give the forks to your local dealer, £120 if they have to remove them) will often put life back into a set of forks but for the more demanding road rider or for serious track use something like K-Tech’s fork internals can offer a big improvement which range from £230 for new damping pistons to £840 for a cartridge kit. Of course you could really splurge out on a set of Öhlins Road & Track forks which will set you back a cool £1824... excluding VAT

Fresh oil and seals can bring life back to a pair of old forks

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REAR SUSPENSION Rear suspension units, or shocks, are what give a rider his or her ‘seat of the pants’ feel. Too hard and the bike will skip over bumps and give an uncomfortable ride which can make it feel like your kidneys have done a few rounds with Mike Tyson. Too soft and the back of the bike will wallow and weave, bouncing its way around corners.

The theory is simple. As with the front forks, a spring gives you bounce to be compliant over bumps and adjusting oil flow in the shock controls how fast or slow the oil moves, so adjusting the damping and the way the bike reacts to the bumps.

From the late-1980s and early 90s the rear suspension on most bikes has been adjustable for damping control as well as spring preload. The problem is it didn’t seem most manufacturers really trusted us to tweak it ourselves because there was often little difference between the

extremities of adjustment. Thankfully the majority of machinery from the late-90s onwards has a useful range of adjustment.

Tweaks

The first step along the trail for getting the rear shock to work for the kind of riding you prefer is to have a play with the adjusters.

Just as with the front suspension (page opposite), the owner’s manual is a great place to start if you want to have a go at tweaking yourself.

Most bikes are likely to have a preload and rebound (or tension) adjustment at the rear, and possibly a compression damping adjuster (most certainly on a modern sports bike).

Once again, the manual will tell you which is which and it’s worth checking what the adjusters are currently set on; do this by turning each adjuster fully inwards, counting the clicks or turns as you go. If you bought your bike second-hand it’s likely that the adjusters may not be on the standard settings.

Try the standard settings to see if you feel an improvement. If not, try a few clicks in either direction (making notes so that you know where you have ended up compared with where you started).

Upgrades

The standard rear shock on your bike may be able to be serviced with fresh oil and gas. This can be especially effective if your bike is more than a few years old as the oil put in when new is pretty cheap and nasty. Several companies offer this service and it can be a cost effective performance improvement – for example MCTechnics will service a shock for £107.

If that’s not enough for you, or you want a greater range of adjustment than the original unit can provide, then the next step could be replacement with an aftermarket suspension unit.

The greater the range of damping adjustment and the more resistance to fade under hard riding (or track riding) a unit has, the more you will pay. Prices range hugely from just under £300 for a Hagon monoshock through to £695 for a top of the range Nitron three-way damping adjustable race unit or more if you want to get really fancy. ❱

Left: Your bike’s original suspension can often be rebuilt and serviced Above left: Hagon’s monoshocks offer a value replacement if your suspension is past it

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CONTACTS

SET-UP SERVICES Adjusting the damping on your bike’s forks or rear shock yourself can be a tad daunting if you’ve not done it before, but there are suspension gurus out there who’ll happily tweak it for you.

You’ll often find set-up technicians at most track days but there are companies such as Aprilia Performance near Birmingham which will tweak your suspension (on any make of bike) to get the best out of it, which can take the guesswork out of doing it yourself.

THINGS TO CONSIDER What do you want to achieve?

Ask yourself just what you want to get out of any modifications or tweaks. If you’re riding on the road and just want to improve the ride quality or add a little composure on the brakes then chances are this can be done with simple tweaking of your suspension’s adjustment settings.

However, if you’re a regular track day rider or racer for whom every tenth of a second counts then your needs will be very different – as will the cost (see right). Be realistic, if you can achieve the ride you want with the adjustment on your current suspension, there’s no need to spend hundreds or thousands on aftermarket suspension units.

But if you want the bling, that’s a different matter...

What’s your budget?

How much money you have to spend makes a big difference to what you can get in terms of suspension. A simple refresh of the oil may be all that’s needed to bring things back to where they should be – and that’s about as cheap as it gets. On the other hand you can spend many thousands of pounds if you’re after a new rear shock and front forks. There’s something for everyone depending on how much you’re prepared to spend.

Fitment

If you’ve decided you need, or want, a service or new rear shock or forks then who’s going to fit them? If you don’t have a good set of tools, front or rear stands – not to mention the appropriate skills – then you’ll need to factor in somebody to fit them. Obviously, removing and replacing your suspension shouldn’t be attempted if you don’t know what you’re doing – go have them fitted by an expert.

Hagon www.hagon-shocks.co.uk K-Tech www.k-tech.uk.com MCTechnics www.mctsuspension.com Nitron www.nitron.co.uk Aprilia Performance

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THREE BEST BUY FORK UPGRADES Budget

Aprilia Performance suspension set-up £60

Mid-Price

Local dealer fork service £120 approx

Premium

K-Tech fork cartridges £840

THREE BEST BUY SHOCK UPGRADES Budget

MCTechnics shock service £107

Mid-Price

Hagon monoshock £299

Premium

Nitron Race monoshock £695

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24 really useful section Dealer focus

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Fowlers Words: Steve Rose Photos: Joe Dick

Who are Fowlers?

of Bristol

LET’s play fantasy motorcycling.

You’ve just come into some cash and you fancy giving up the office slog and starting a bike shop. Running your own bike shop has got to be among our top 10 male fantasies (we’ll leave the other nine up to your imagination).

Hot and cold running Fireblades and BMW GSs, a stream of interesting partexchanges and the chance to read Motor Cycle Monthly before anyone else.

Sounds idyllic, but first you’ll need some guidance. We spoke to Steve Phillips from Fowlers in Bristol – one of the longest running and most successful dealers in Europe. When Steve speaks, the trade listens. So getting advice on running a bike shop from this man is like Alex Ferguson turning up to coach your son’s school football team.

Ensure that you understand the market implicitly

“Unless you’re going to be specialising, don’t be guided simply by what you like.

Look at the market, identify what’s selling and what isn’t and make sure your shop stocks what the public wants.

Not just in bikes, but clothing also. That £2000 Moto GP replica airbag suit might look wonderful in the showroom, but if your customers want £80 textile jackets, that’s what you need to sell.”

Think about how your showroom will be laid out

“Right now the growth in the motorcycle market is small bikes and

scooters. The people who buy these aren’t always dyed-in-the-wool riders and they might find a bike shop intimidating. These riders are coming to biking to save money and time so the last thing they need is to be presented with a row of £11,000 hyperbikes as soon as they walk in the door.

“At Fowlers we put the scooters and commuters at the front of the shop.

Friendly bikes with friendly price tags to welcome the new riders in. The next thing they come across is our clothing section; a huge selection with something to suit every imaginable budget. And there’s a lifestyle clothing section too – Oakley and Vespa T-shirts and accessories to make these new riders feel extra welcome.

“The main bike showroom is upstairs. We have a huge premises with most of the popular franchises under one roof and a separate Honda showroom across the way, but the layout is still important. Right now we are giving the Triumph range extra room because sales are so strong.”

Make your shop a destination

“Give people a reason to come. Maybe put a burger van in the car park, or even just a drinks machine. We’ve got a fullblown cafe on our top floor, but we started with a burger van and that encourages riders to stay a while. It’s nice to have a handful of interesting older bikes for people to look at too. Right now, we’ve got a Honda RC30 for sale, a Suzuki

RGV250 in Lucky Strike colours and a lovely Yamaha RD250LC. We run a massive fleet of demonstrators too so people can come along to try a bike out.”

Don’t be afraid to invest

“Pick the things you can be really good at and make sure you do them well.

Our spares business is the biggest in the UK. We’ve spent almost a quarter of a million pounds on three parts distribution machines that allow us to retrieve a component from the 53,000 separate items we have in stock in just seconds. We can get just about anything for any of the franchises we carry by the next day. And we can get it for bikes going back to the 1970s. In many cases you can buy a genuine, brand new part from us for less than a rusty used one on eBay and we can still get brand new spares for the grey import machines too.”

Don’t be afraid to make some seriously tough decisions

“Fowlers has been going since 1926 and we’ve changed immensely over that time but it’s still a family business, run by the Fowlers. In the late 1990s we expanded very quickly, buying up

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other bike shops and building some others. It was the era of the huge trading groups – Motorcycle City and Carnell were our main rivals.

“But we realised it wasn’t working.

Having 11 stores made it harder to maintain standards and manage the business tightly. Some were profitable, others less so.

“We made the decision to get out and sold the satellite shops to concentrate on expanding the mothership in Bristol. Shortly afterwards, the other two giants crashed, while we have continued growing. We are able to employ more than 150 people at our premises in Bristol.”

Enjoy the challenges faced as well as the good times

“There’s no point being miserable when the market gets tough. These are the times when you have to adapt. Dropping prices and running scared never works – much better to get out there and find out what the market actually wants and then make sure you deliver it. Whether it’s the bikes you sell or the clothing and accessories you stock, the key is to get people into the showroom

Fowlers of Bristol started as many did by selling bicycles, before Harry Fowler (son of the owners Frank and Alice) introduced powered two wheelers in the late 1920s.

The company moved to its current premises in 1982 cramming bikes and spares into the one (admittedly, huge) building for a while, before expanding outwards to now occupy most of the adjacent industrial estate too.

With 10 manufacturer franchises, there are a lot of bikes crammed in there and the spares operation carries parts for all those makes and more too. In addition, Fowlers handles spares supply for many independent dealers. and then engage them and make them feel good about bikes while they are there.

“Make sure you have little things to sell as well as the big things. A fiver here on a cargo net, a tenner there on some neckwarmers make a big difference come Friday.”

Make your service stand out and be memorable

“We’ve got a guy in our workshop whose main job is to clean the bikes we service. So when the customer gets his bike back, it is clean and feeling like new again which reflects the care that’s gone into the job.”

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26 RIDERS AND THE LAW Legal matters made simple

Q&A

The MCM legal column is compiled by managing partner Andrew ‘Chef’ Prendergast and his bike riding barristers and solicitors at White Dalton Motorcycle Solicitors.

The firm deals with personal injury claims and its sister company, Motor Defence Solicitors, deals with all the motoring offences. All White Dalton lawyers know everything about bike law – and they have full bike licences too. They don’t act for insurance companies or the prosecution. White Dalton is Britain’s most specialist motorcycle law practice, and if its professionals don’t know the answer to your question there probably isn’t one.

Don’t rely on the advice from your insurance appointed solicitor, get proper independent advice.

For road traffic offences call the Motor Defence solicitors on 0800 280 0912 For non-offence cases call White Dalton motorcycle solicitors on 0800 783 6191

Need advice?

If you have a biking related legal question or query you want advice on, email mail@whitedalton.co.uk The best Q&A will be published in MCM, in confidence of course.

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Specialist motoring solicitor and rider Andrew ‘Chef’ Prendergast deals with a few interesting riding dilemas...

Spotty yoof parking

Q

A few days ago I took my Yamaha R1 to a bike dealer to have some work done. I had asked him to order in a carbon-fibre mudguard and dropped the bike off as arranged. I left my bike on the dealer’s forecourt and gave him the keys. As I was there I decided to take out the new Fireblade demonstrator bike. An hour later the dealer called and said some spotty kid driving a Corsa had knocked my bike over while it was stood on the forecourt.

I went back and saw the bike had damage to the fairing. The dealer had the details of the muppet driver who reversed into my bike and said it was down to me to claim on my insurance or against the muppet kid. I disagreed and said that as the bike was in his care and control it was down to him to sort it out. I also said the work I had originally asked him to do would have to wait until the repairs were done.

Could you please tell me if this is correct?

The dealer was not happy but has since told his own insurer to pursue the muppet kid and says he will fix my bike.

In the circumstances do I have to tell my own insurer? The cost of repairs is less than the excesses on my policy so I don’t want to risk my no claims bonus. Lastly, the dealer says I must have the work I originally booked in because I specifically got him to order the carbon fibre front mudguard and this was a special order and cannot be returned. I did not know this before and there is nothing in writing.

A

Firstly, as your bike was in the dealer’s care, he ‘prima facie’ has a duty to fix any damage sustained to your bike during this period, even where Mr Young Corsa Driver reverses into it. Further, it follows the dealer or his insurer can pursue the lad who did not see your ‘invisible’ R1. As he is fixing the bike I wouldn’t let it trouble you too much.

As for your question: “In the circumstances do I have to tell my own insurer?” I suspect the answer is yes. In short you need to check your insurance policy as it is usual that you have to report all accidents and failure to do so will be in breach of the terms. Breaching the terms of the policy could result in invalidating the policy, even if you are not claiming. You should note that if you are not claiming because the dealer is fixing the damage it will not affect your no claims bonus.

With regards to the work you had booked in, if you had an oral contract for the bike to undergo work and the dealer has purchased special parts then I am of the opinion you are liable for the cost of those parts. In addition, even if you have no such agreement, the convenience of obtaining the repairs from the dealer to the damage sustained instead of having to claim off your insurance or the negligent driver may be a whole load easier if you let the dealer undertake the work you originally organised to have performed. This is not a legal point, but merely a practical solution. After all, if Mr Young Corsa Driver had not knocked over your bike, the dealer would have done the work as planned and you would have had to pay for it.

Testing times

Q

I am new to biking and was on my way to the test centre for my full bike test. My instructor was in front and I lost sight of him. However, as we were using radios he told me to exit off the roundabout using the second exit and accelerate up the hill. I followed his instructions but as I accelerated I noticed a dead hedgehog on the road. I only looked down for a moment to avoid the new ‘road rug’ but I lost control and hit a lamppost. I have broken both my wrists and I am roofer. Who can I sue for my losses? My instructor? He must have public liability insurance. If I can’t work I can’t pay the rent.

A

The instructor is not going to be held liable for this accident. While you have suffered serious injuries (and I wish you a speedy recovery) no one else was at fault. As such, if no one else is negligent there is no one to bring a claim against. Bikes are fun but they hurt when you fall off them. I know, I have fallen off. While it sounds harsh, if it was your fault, tough luck. I liken it to jumping out of a plane with a parachute that you packed wrongly and does not open. It’s not the pilot’s fault who told you it was clear to jump. In short you have to take responsibility for your own actions. You can’t just sue someone because you have been unlucky.

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28 second-hand bike buying guide 2007-on Honda CB600F Hornet

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The original Honda Hornet theory was simple – a CBR600F engine in a naked street bike. The result, a sales revelation.

The 2007 complete redesign brought it bang up to date.

Words: Ben Wilkins Photography: Honda When the CB600F Hornet was launched in 1998 it was a revelation – just what the bike buying public had been asking for. Sports bikes are all well and good but most people don’t ride on a race track and don’t want to be hunched over with their knees tucked up under their arms. Honda’s Hornet took the sports-derived engine out of its nicely potent CBR600F and wrapped a naked road bike around it.

The bike buying public and the magazines alike were enraptured. Few had anything bad to say about the concept or indeed the machine in practise.

By 2006 the bike was becoming a little long in the tooth, so Honda made a completely new one but still called it the Hornet. Using the motor out of the, then new, 2007 CBR600RR and revamping it for non-sports use Honda built a new chassis around it. That’s the Hornet concept all over again and the company did the name proud because the new Hornet is just as comfortable commuting to work as it is scratching the back lanes.

Engine: The original Hornet featured a CBR600F engine shoehorned into a new chassis for 1998.

However, for the 2007 redesign the bike gained the more powerful and far higher revving CBR600RR motor.

Honda subjected the motor to a retune, so don’t expect the full 107bhp of the early RR, giving a more tractable midrange motor with a top whack of 83bhp. The engine still has the revvy nature of the RR, with a healthy kick at 10,000rpm. It is pretty flexible at low to medium revs but it responds best to a good thrashing. Real power starts to come in at 7000rpm but it’s once the revs reach 10,000 that you see the CBR heritage. Fuel economy isn’t bad at all with 38mpg from spirited riding on A- and B-roads and 45mpg or so on motorway runs.

Handling: While the forks are upside-down in style there’s no adjustment, not even spring preload. The same goes for the rear shock but that does at least have spring preload. It might sound like the lack of adjustability would be an issue but Honda got the suspension bang on. It’s on the comfortable side of soft but it’s well damped, removing bumps and road vibration. The great thing is it’s good for light and heavier riders alike.

Cast aluminium frame and swingarm are taut and 25° steering angle keeps handling nimble and in keeping with the street naked styling – great for nipping in and out of traffic or blasting down B-roads. ABS version comes with three piston front calipers and standard bike with two-piston versions. Both work well and give predictable stopping power (first Hornets were criticised for poor brakes and there’s no such issue here).

Ride: For a naked bike the clock binnacle does a surprisingly good job of keeping the wind off. It’s not like having a screen but up to 90mph it’s pretty good.

The riding position is comfy enough to be able to do some distance and it’s still agile enough for commuting. The ride is nimble but predictable, just what you might expect from a Honda. Scratching at the weekends (should that be your thing) is a joy, especially when you get the opportunity to wind the engine up and let it have its head. Accommodation for the pillion is pretty good too and doesn’t hamper riding (be sure to turn up the preload though).

Equipment: Twin grab rails either side of the pillion seat give them something to hold on to. There’s not a whole lot of room under the seat but Honda has moulded a U-lock holder into the undertray for ease of security (with its own U-locks). As for the rider, there are twin trip meters, fuel gauge, dial-type rev-counter, digital speed readout which can be changed from MPH to KPH, span adjustable brake lever (but not clutch lever) and Honda’s HISS immobiliser system.

Finish: As Hondas go, the Hornet isn’t bad at all especially the later machines. If an owner has looked after the bike it’ll show. The fork stanchions on early bikes always seem to have a lot of stone chips in the paint but that’s as much a factor of age as anything else. The paint on the rest of the bike is deep and shiny.

Model history: 1998 CB600F Hornet launched with CBR600F engine, 16in front wheel, 16 litre tank and underseat exhaust.

2000 17in front wheel and faired Hornet introduced.

2003 Major update with new bodywork, clocks, HISS immobiliser, 17 litre tank and upgraded brakes.

2005 Interim update with usd forks and new clocks.

2007 New bike with bodywork, clocks, brakes, CBR600RR engine, fuel-injection, underslung exhaust and 19 litre tank.

What to check: Very little goes wrong with these bikes.

Early models occasionally have camchain tensioner or regulator/rectifier issues but they’re uncommon and pretty cheaply fixed. Pre-2007 Hornets have their own race series, so make sure you’re not getting a thrashed ex-racer with the road bodywork put back on. Look for unusual amount of wear on parts which don’t normally wear, think scraped forks, swingarm, frame etc. Main issues you’re like to encounter are down to maintenance neglect by owners – have the shock linkages been greased? Check the chain, tyres, brake pads etc.

Three overall pros: Competent all-round package, powerful engine, great handling.

Three overall cons: No centrestand, non-adjustable suspension, revvy engine.

Value for money: Many owners fit huggers to keep the rear shock clean and the ABS-version is worth seeking out. See if you can get a paddock stand thrown in with the bike as there’s no centrestand for chain maintenance. £3000 will get you a good 2007 update model, and pre-2007 machines can be had extremely cheaply if you’re on a tight budget.

Servicing/maintenance: Services are every 4000 miles and alternate between minor, intermediate, minor and major (valve clearances).

Insurance: Lexham Insurance quotes the following on a 2008 Honda CB600F Hornet: 25-year-old in Derby (Riding for three years, three years no claims) TPF&T: £307.76 (£400 excess) Fully comprehensive: £468.03 (£400 excess) 42-year-old in London (three points for speeding), riding 15 years, nine years no claims TPF&T: £189.52 (£350 excess) Comp: £297.54 (£350 excess)

Used prices: Here’s a selection of used prices we’ve seen advertised in the classifieds, also the ‘book price’ according to Glass’s guide for both trade in and retail.

Glass’s Guide: Year Retail Trade in Classified 2006 £3200 £2425 £2700 2007 £3425 £2650 £3100 2008 £3875 £3050 £3650 2009 £4150 £3325 £4000 2010 £4475 £3650 £4200 2011 £4825 £4000 £4750 2012 £5175 £4350 £5250

TECH SPEC

New price: £5303, £5653 ABS Engine: 599cc, 16v, l/c, 4-stroke, six speed, four cylinder Max power (claimed): 83bhp@10,100rpm Max torque (claimed): 47.2lb-ft@8300rpm Bore x stroke: 67 x 42.5mm Rake and trail: 25°/99mm Chassis: Cast aluminium spine Suspension: Front 41mm inverted telescopic fork, 120mm wheel travel. Rear preload adjustable monoshock with 128mm wheel travel Brakes: Front twin 296mm discs, three piston calipers (ABS). Rear single 240mm disc, one-piston caliper Wheels/tyres: Front 120/70/ZR17. Rear 180/55ZR17 Wheelbase: 1435mm Weight: 210kg ABS-version (kerb weight), (173kg claimed dry) Seat height: 800mm Fuel capacity: 19 litres Colours: Blue, yellow, black, white, red

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30 EvEnt Pendine Sands Speed Trials

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Speed trials

return to historic

Pendine Sands Motorcycles have once again scorched along the sevenmile expanse of Pendine Sands in Wales.The last time motorcycles were used in anger on the historic Pendine quicksand was for the Welsh TT of 1927. Famous for land speed record attempts by Malcom Campbell, bikes have made a welcome return.

For anyone with an interest in land speed records, the beach’s history is neatly encapsulated within the world’s only museum of speed which sits a stone’s throw from the golden sands where so much land speed history has been created over the last 100 years or so. Perhaps the most famous speedster to grace the sands was Malcolm Campbell of ‘Blue Bird’ fame. In September 1924 Campbell set a world land speed record of 146.16mph at Pendine Sands with his Sunbeam 350hp and set yet another in 1927 of 174.22mph in the infamous Blue Bird.

That was more than a lifetime ago.

The sprinter PJ wasn’t just the event organiser, his wealth of experience racing at Bonneville on a 1980 GSX1100-based bike meant his input in to the course was vital. The Bonneville bike that’s called ‘Bonneville’ is now sadly retired after discovering the frame had several cracks in it, so PJ dug another of his stash of air-cooled Suzukis out for Pendine. “It hadn’t been used for donkey’s years, so Dave Dunlop had a look at it and we got it going again.

The EFE-based machine is far from stock and along with a monster capacity it now sports a turbo too.”

Proof that even the most seasoned pro can have a mishap, the strap used to tow the bikes back to the pit area managed to snag in the front wheel resulting in PJ falling off, thankfully at only around 20mph and not the 100mph plus of his run, PJ laughed and said it “gave the crowd a smile”.

Pendine has been under MoD ownership since the Second World War and is rarely given public vehicle usage. The reason there’s an event at all is down to one man and his passion for land speed racing.

PJ got the bug for land speed events after visiting the Bonneville salt flats in the USA, first to spectate but later to return and race. The antics of PJ and his friends were captured by the BBC earlier this year in their excellent series Speed Dreams.

MCM caught up with PJ on the Saturday morning in race control – well an exmilitary truck with an awning on the side – where he explained how it all came about, “I had heard of Pendine Sands but never visited the place until October last year. I was on a rideout with some other lads from the Indian Owners Club. The idea to get bikes back here came to me and wouldn’t leave, so I made some enquires

Speed trial organiser ‘PJ’ and discovered the MoD own the beach, it’s used for training etc. Securing the beach was just one part of the jigsaw, from then until now it’s taken my full attention to get the event live.”

The first bike event to be held on the sands for 86 years ran over the weekend of June 21-22. PJ explained the timetable: “Friday was a set up and shakedown day.

The main problem with racing on a beach is if it’s not 100% dry there will obviously be issues. Saturday’s event was cut short, not by the rain but by the wind, it was so strong it played havoc with the timing lights. The local landlords were happy though, they had their best takings for a single weekend in almost 10 years!”

The event was open to pre-1990 machines only. Some bikes were legends with racing pedigree, like the Vincent streamliner, while others had been cobbled together just for the event. There was a smattering of everything from Brough Superior and Vincent based racers right through to Japanese road bikes, there were even some Triumph Bonnevilles entered. Mechanical backup ranged from teams with half a dozen pit crew and Snap On cabinets to one

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Fastest man and machine Robert Bean from Lincolnshire arrived with a Turbo powered GSX-R Spondon which wore gearing suitable for hitting 220mph. We reminded Rob it was a beach based event, to which he replied: “I know.”

Robert usually races his bike in the man bands with biscuit tins of mismatched spanners and spare bolts.

The social side was fantastic, everyone was there to enjoy the event; even when it rained the entrants sat patiently on the soggy sands chatting to each other in true homage to the glory days of the venue. Even once dry enough to continue the moisture, though apparent on the surface of the sand, wasn’t too far away. The course consisted of a kilometre to get up to speed, two kilometres where the rider could tuck in and get his speed on and a run off area for the pilot to slow down.

However, this area quickly deteriorated due to the bikes braking from their runs and after a handful of runs this lead to the course being shortened.

Fortunately this gave the spectators a chance to get close to the bikes queuing on the beach. Where else could you see such a variety of machines and people was one observation I overheard. Being pre1990 there were quite a few Japanesebased bikes, including a Yamaha RD350YPVS which unfortunately developed a poorly engine and had to retire from the event before having a serious run. There were also plenty of specials with four-cylinder machines shoe-horned into various frames; many of them home fabricated.

There were so many personal goals achieved by competitors over the

UK Thunderbikes series, but noticed the event allows the use of a turbo, so he fitted one to his bike. Robert built the bike himself and was keen to get a good time in. On a blustery run he hit 140.1mph, which was the fastest time of the weekend. course of the weekend; MCM’s favourite was a chap from Kent who’d built a bike around a Panther single motor which involved the use of a Rover V8 piston and some XS250 forks and wheels that were gifted to him.

Even better, he’d never raced before but due to losing his wife earlier this year had decided to do this event in tribute to her memory, he even painted the frame in her favourite colour, purple!

The fastest run of the day belonged to Robert Bean from Lincolnshire who clocked 140.1mph on his Spondon GSX-R1100 Turbo. There is talk of Pendine Sands Speed Trials 2 or #PSST2 for the Social media savvy among you. Having observed the weekend’s racing I left thinking that this event didn’t just visit the historical sands of Pendine, it added to it. If the event is run next year, you owe it to yourself to go and take a look.

THANKS

The guys behind the event would like to thank the marshals and course crew, because without them it would never have been possible.

WANT TO FIND OUT MORE?

There’s no website but search Facebook for Pendine Landspeed Racing Club to find out more about this year’s event and the plans for next year.

Fastest on the day: Robert Bean lines up ready to go flat out

Streamliners made a welcome return to Pendine

The road rider Brian Gaskin heard of the event around the same time he’d decided to build himself a GSX-R7/11. Brian, from Derbyshire, bought a complete GSXR1100M and a GSX-R750J and morphed the two together: “I wanted to build a cheap track and road bike. After it was finished I sold off all the left over parts.”

Brian had his wife Hayley acting as pit crew. When she was promised a weekend by the coast, she didn’t quite realise what Brian really meant! Proof that old romantics still exist.

Large and small the event catered for everyone

Team Llanelli

Some local lads from Llanelli heard about the event less then three months ago, but managed to build a bike in less than 12 weeks. The engine is a Kawasaki GPz1100B1 unit last used over six years ago, the frame was built in a shed and despite discovering the fuel injection setup didn’t want to work on Saturday, the guys spent Saturday evening ditching it and fitting some Mikuni flatslides they’d managed to borrow. They were the first out the traps on Sunday and did a 124mph run on the unknown quantity of a bike. Last minute maybe but impressive.

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IF looks aren’t important, but learnerlegal reliable transport and 90mpg are high on your list of priorities, the novice-friendly Yamaha YBR 125 might just be the ideal commuter bike for you. The YBR is built to provide a no frills basic motorcycling experience from an established name you can trust.

Engine

Five speed, air-cooled, fuel injected four-stroke single cylinder. Earlier (2005-2009) models made 12bhp, but power went down to 10bhp in 2010.

Handling & Ride

Although the bike is built for commuting, it’s also relatively light, easy to manoeuvre and handles surprisingly well. The YBR makes good use of its single front disc/rear drum brakes so stopping isn’t an issue – but the OE tyres are worth replacing for some better rubber when tread gets low. The little Yamaha has decent enough suspension and a low centre of gravity helps it to handle quite well too.

Equipment

You get a comfortable seat, rear carrier, centrestand and an analogue speedo, fuel gauge and rev counter.

TECH SPEC

Yamaha YBR 125

Introduced in 2005, the YBR 125 comes in naked, faired and custom variants to suit all tastes.

Price: £2499 Engine: 124cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 5 speed, single cylinder with two valves Brakes: Front 245mm disc. Rear 130mm drum Wheels: Front 275 x 18. Rear 90/90 x 18 Weight (claimed): 125kg Seat height: 780mm www.yamaha-motor.eu

We say: Not a bad commuter bike that provides good reliable day-to-day transport and the benefits of a nationwide dealer network for servicing and repairs – and all at a very reasonable price.

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What’s On August 15 – September 22 AUGUST

Saturday 17-Sunday 18

West Wales Motorcycle Show.

Carmarthen Showground, Nantyci, Carmarthenshire, Wales, SA33 5DR. Arena displays, stunt shows, static car and bike displays of vintage,

classic and custom. Also trade, club, charity and craft stands along with food and licensed bars. Show opens 9.30am Saturday and closes 5pm Sunday. Pre-book price £19.95, £36 on the gate. Day visitors £8, under 16s free. For more info 07976 501374 or www.westwalesmotorcycleshow.co.uk

Don’t miss Netley Marsh Friday 6-Saturday 7 The 20th Carole Nash Eurojumble.

Netley Marsh, near Southampton, Hants, Hampshire, SO40 7GY. One of the biggest autojumbles in the south and getting bigger every year.

Hundreds of autojumble stands for parts, projects and memorabilia.

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Price in advance (one day) Adult £6.50, Senior £5, under 15s £2. On the gate (one day) Adult £7.50, Senior £6, under 15s £2. Camping £20. For more info www.classicbikeshows.com or hleyland@mortons.co.uk

Friday 23-Friday 30

VMCC Manx GP Festival Rally.

Social runs, a regularity run, a closed roads lap of the TT Course, concours events, a gala dinner and the VMCC Festival of Jurby. For more info www.vmcc.net or 01283 540557.

Sunday 25

38th Cheshire Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Capesthorne Hall, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9JY. Hundreds of classic cars and motorcycles displaying on the lawns in front of Capesthorne Hall. Includes NW Mercedes Day and American Autoclub GB regional day. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Harley 110th and Buell Bash, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London, NW10 7UD. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 0208 961 1000.

Sunday 25-Monday 26

Blenheim Festival of Transport, Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxon, OX20 1PP. Classic car show on Sunday, cars, motorcycles, Minis, VWs, customs, hot rods, American, kit and sports cars on Monday. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Monday 26

37th Notts Classic Car, Bike and Mini Show, Thoresby Park, Ollerton, Notts NG22 9EP. Over 600 vehicles are expected to gather at Thoresby Park including an array of bikes such as BSAs, Nortons and Triumph on the British front as well as plenty of Japanese classic machines. Classic cars will include some of the greats of British motoring including MG, Mini,

Friday 6-Sunday 8

Triumph and Jaguar. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Tuesday 27

Kent Chrome and Cruisers, Central Park Stadium, Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 3SB. Classic and custom car, bike, scooter and trike show with autojumble, stalls, live bands, kids area, food and bar. Price £5, under 16s free. For more info maggsian@hotmail.com or 07903 339466.

Friday 30-Sunday 1

Stormin’ the Castle, Witton Castle Country Park, Witton-Le-Wear, Bishop Auckland, Country Durham, DL14 0DE. Custom and classic bike show, fun fair, traders village, showers, camping, food and bars.

Price £30 pre-book, £40 on the gate when arriving by bike or trike.

Children 5-15 £5.

For more info www.storminthecastle.co.uk or 0870 225 8352.

SEPTEMBER Sunday 1

26th Festival of 1000 Classic Cars & North West Classic Bike Day, Cholmondeley Castle, Cheshire, SY14 8AH. Includes Bike of the Year concours final and Merseyside MGOC charity run. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Vintage Japanese Bike Day, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London, NW10 7UD. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 0208 961 1000.

GWR Rally, Sandford, North Somerset, BS25 5PF (on the A368). Traditional small green field rally. Real ale, local cider, live music etc. Price pre-book; £10 by September 30. OTG £12.

Day ticket £5. Patch for first 100 to pre-book. No cars or pets.

For more info george@leggyatton.fsnet.co.uk or 01934 838535.

Saturday 7-Sunday 8

The London International Classic & Custom Show, Alexandra Palace, Wood Green, London, N22 7AY. Includes modern, classic, racing, custom and off-road machines.

For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Saturday 7

21st Sleaford Historic Car & Motorcycle Show, Council Offices car park, Lafford Terrace, Sleaford, Lincs, NG34 7EF. For more info www.shcms.co.uk or mary.sanders1@btinternet.com Charity Air Ambulance Rally Treasure Hunt, Wheelbarrow Park Estate, Pattenden Lane, Marden, Kent, TN12 9QJ. Entry open to all riders, who will have to visit a number of control points in Kent and Sussex.

Riders can start close to home but to complete the event they must arrive at the final control, which will be the meet point for the final ride to the Air Ambulance base.

Price £5 donation.

For more info www.kentsussexbikers.com or stallion748@hotmail.co.uk

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30th Lancs Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Hoghton Tower, near Preston, Lancs PR5 0SH. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

Classic Bike Day (Rollie Free 65th Anniversary Special) at the Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London, NW10 7UD. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 0208 961 1000.

Friday 13

Reunion Weekend – Continental Ride-In at the Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London, NW10 7UD. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 0208 961 1000.

sunday 15

St Mary’s Motor Show, St Mary’s Catholic School, Windhill, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts CM23 2NQ. Wide variety of old and new vehicle displays, bar, tea shop, BBQ, bouncy castle, driving simulator, display by Royston Electralites and more. Trophies for best in show, best utility, best motorcycle and best American. Price Adult £5, under 18s free. For more info www.stmarysmotorshow.co.uk or motorshow@stmarys.net Brighton Burn-up and Ride, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. From 10.30am. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 020 8961 1000.

15th Classic & Modern Japanese & European Motorcycle Show, Exhibition Hall, Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derbs DE74 2RP. For more info www.classicshows.org or 01484 667776.

saturday 21

Kempton Park Motorcycle Jumble, Kempton Park Racecourse, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex, TW16 5AQ. Great bike jumble with hundreds of trade stalls as well as a good selection of private stalls with owners having garage clear-outs, just the place to find your next project or the bits needed to finish a project. Gates open 10am.

Price Adults £5, Over 65 £4.

For more info www.egpenterprises.co.uk or 01344 883961.

Don’t miss BMF Tail End Show Friday 13-Sunday 15

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BMF Tailend Show, Peterborough Arena PE2 6XE. Eight live main stage bands, moped mayhem, 100s of trade and club stands, blues ’n booze

bar and new for 2013 are a vintage and classic area and an adventure and overland travel area. Price prebook £5-£24 or OTG £10-£30. BMF member and non-member tickets

for camping and day tickets.

Camping allows access to the live evening music. For more info www.thebmfshow.co.uk or 01869 277077.

SEPTEMBER 6-7

OCTOBER 19-20

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The 20th Carole Nash Eurojumble

The 20th Carole Nash Motorcycle Mechanics Show

The International Dirt Bike Show

Netley Marsh, Hampshire SO40 7GY

Stafford County Showground Stafford ST18 0DB

Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire CV8 2LZ

sunday 22

FS-1E Frenzy & Sports Mopeds, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, North Circular Road, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. A great chance to see the machines which ignited the passion for many motorcyclists in the 60s and 70s. For more info www.acecafeevents.com or 0208 961 1000.

Romney Marsh Classic Motorcycle Jumble, Marsh Road, Hamstreet, Kent, TN26 2JD (A2070 six miles from J10 of the M20). Large indoor and outdoor bike jumble with both new and used parts, bikes, clothing and accessories for sale. Motorcycle mayhem included with free to watch Motoball five-aside motorcycle football. Refreshments available.

Well behaved dogs on leads allowed.

Gates open 10am. Free parking.

Price Adults £4, Seniors £3, under 16s free.

For more info www.elkpromotions.co.uk or 01797 344277.

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Hi Powered Body-warmers Last autumn was the coldest since 1993, so if you’re planning to extend your riding beyond the summer you’ll either need to wrap up well or invest in some heated clothing.

Enter free online at:

Here at MCM we’ve teamed up with leading specialist manufacturer Keis to offer six lucky readers a chance to win one of the company’s latest X20 bodywarmers, each worth £145.

Light, thin and comfortable, heated clothing provides controllable heat and cuts down on the number of layers required in cold conditions. The allnew X20 Hi Powered Bodywarmer from Keis delivers double the output of their basic X10 model and has a heated collar too.

Made from breathable lightweight soft-shell fabric with elasticated side panels, the X20 has strategically positioned Micro Alloy Element Technology panels on the chest, kidneys and collar. Typical power output is 40W, yet current draw is just 3.3A, so the X20 can easily be powered from a 12v source on the motorcycle.

The X20 is available in sizes 2XS to 3XL and can even be hand-washed and drip-dried.

Inside the X20 is a power distribution system to supply any additional garments, such as heated gloves or trousers, which helps to reduce the number of cables required and there is also a zipped pocket to store the controller.

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Six lucky winners will be drawn from all correct entries received by the closing date specified. Full terms and conditions can also be found on the MCM website. There are no cash alternatives. Each winner will receive a X20 bodywarmer worth £145. Closing date: October 4th, 2013

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AJS 38/1, 250cc, VC5, £2500 ono. Tel. 07747 807303. E Sussex.

AJS VINTAGE pair rear shock absorbers, cost £40; Top Tec crash helmet, with visor, £10. Can post at buyer's cost. Tel. 07966 740048. E London.

APRILIA MOTO 6.5, lovely orig cond apart from some slight scuffing on silencers, less than 11k miles, taxed & MoT, £4000 or p/x for pre 70s Triumph 500. Tel. 07504 226405. Gtr London.

APRILIA PEGASO 2001, 650cc, excellent runner, vgc, MoT until 31/05/2014, V5 present, two owners from new, sale includes two genuine Aprilia hard panniers, Sorn, uninsured so cannot be road tested, £1450 ovno. Tel. 01790 763398. Lincs.

APRILIA RS125 03, t&t, ring for details, £1250 ono Tel. Andy 07854 287341. Gtr Man.

APRILIA SHIVER 750 GT 2009 (09), met red, hugger, crash bobbins, radiator guard, Demo + 1 private owner ( myself ), always garaged, mint, only 3,431 miles, s/h, MoT, tax, reluctant sale, £3795. Tel. 07833 171710.

Dorset.

APRILIA 750 Dorsoduro, Arrow cans (titanium carbon), £250; gel seat, £65; Evotech tail tidy, £30; race levers by D.P.M., £25, all mint; sprockets 15-48, 3k miles, £25; brand new clocks, 0 miles, £250, list price £410. Tel. 07946 291426. Lancs.

APRILIA PEGASO Factory 660, 2008, 3500 mls, vgc, MoT 5/14, Rfl 11/13, 2 coded keys & books, standard bike except K&N filter & gel seat, oil & filter just done, £2800 ono. Tel. 01361 884222.

Berks.

APRILIA SPORT CITY 250 30k miles, MoT, 10 months tax, runs but clutch problem, £400. Tel. 01277 366322; 07932 122259.

Essex.

ARIEL VB 1952, 600cc sidevalve, excellent original condition, £4250. Tel. 07798 866071. Gtr London.

BETA MOTARD 4.0 2006 model, Suzuki DR350 motor, good condition, long tax/MoT, 7k miles, goes really well, has always been garaged, Summer use only, £975 ono. Tel. 01842 338730. Suffolk.

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BLUE STAR 2010 Custom Demon (one off), !!!Award winning!!! at 2103 Harley Davidson Custom BIke Show. Please email for details, too much to list. Tel. 0191 2841499.

BMW R1150GS 2005 Adventure, one previous owner, full s/h, MoT til Mar 14, taxed, serviced by Oxford BMW and for past 4 yrs, too many extras to list. £4500. Tel. 07811 729116 for much more info. London.

BMW F650 GS 1996 Funduro, 19k, new MoT, taxed, £600 recommissioning including Hagon shock, clutch, original books and docs, tool kit not bad but not perfect, usual stuff, flaky lacquer on cases, delivery possible. . Tel. 01209 820632 for full details.

Cornwall.

BMW R1150RS 2003, 41k miles, reasonable condition, t&t Sept 13, BMW panniers inc city lids & top box, owned last 7 years (2 previous owners), £2500 ono Tel. 0208 2892666. Kent.

BMW F800 ST 2009, fitted with ST touring yoke, carrier, heated grips, ABS, computer, c/stand, recent 12K BMW service, choice of high/low seat, Pilot 3 tyres, £3975.Tel. 07592 452050. Dumfriesshire.

BMW R1200C 16,500 miles, tax Oct, MoT June 14, back rest plus pillion seat, workshop stand plus full BMW manual, all keys and hand books, immaculate cond, £6250. Tel. 07836 218046 .

Hants.

BMW F800R 2009, 21k, silver, full s/h, ABS, h/grips, r/carrier, top case, c/stand and LED indicators, Scottoiler, hugger, totally reliable, MoT, may swap for F800S/ST.Tel. 01275 546109. Bristol.

BMW F800S yellow, excellent condition, tax and MoT, full BMW luggage, Quill exhaust, Givi taller screen, spare key, handbook, workshop manual,. Tel. 07446 047656. Suffolk.

BMW R100 1980, well loved, great condition, good original paint, new battery, starts on the button, ready to ride and enjoy! £2750 ono Tel. 07751 182930.

Surrey.

BMW R100RS classic, 1978, red, taxed & MoT, electronic ignition, Supertrapp exhausts, twin spark conversion, two new coils, £1700.

Tel. 01284 723302. Suffolk.

BMW R100RS 1983, Pearlescant white with red and grey coachlines, 46,200 miles, full fairing with profiled screen, BMW rear rack and panniers, good clean running order, redundancy forces sale, £2100. Tel. 07970 235358.

BMW 1200 GS Dec 05 (55), ocean blue, ABS, 21k miles, panniers, health issues force sale, £5000. Tel. 01963 441253. Somerset.

BMW F800 GS white, 2011, 7k, ABS, c/stand, h/grips, Scottoiler, full BMW s/h, 9 months' tax, one owner bike, £6500. Tel. 07984 526376. Surrey.

BMW R1200R Factory fitted extras including alarm, tyre pressure sensors, heated grips, centre stand, Givi touring pack, just serviced, 8k miles only, £5800 ono Tel. 01395 276215. Devon.

BMW R850R Classic, 2002, 29k miles, panniers, heated grips, lots of history, £3200. Tel. 07952 179057. Norfolk.

BMW R858R Fantastic, 2004, 15,500 miles only, looks like new, lady owner, good tyres, plenty of tread, top box, a beauty of a machine, fully serviced 200 miles since, £3800.Tel. 01454 310276. peterjcharlton@talktalk.net Bristol.

BMW F650 GS Dakar, 2003, t&t, good condition, h/grips, BMW top box, £2200 ono. Tel. 01484 667042. W Yorks.

BMW F800S £1000 extras, low miles, vgc, £4750. p/x Triumph 500 Tel. 07780 667905. N Lincs.

BMW F800ST 2011, black/grey, 3,700 mls, lowered susp, ABS, h/grips, extras, £6600. Tel. 01754 873628. Lincs.

BMW K1 Blue/yellow, 1990, 46k miles, excellent condition, owned 12 years, full BMW luggage, Hepco rack, many new parts, history, Remus upswept plus original t&t, cruise control, stainless fittings, £3000. ovno Tel. 07901 815382. N Wales.

BMW R80ST 1984, a GS for the Street and a future classic, good original condition, 25k miles, £3395. Tel. 01547 550658.

Powys.

BSA ZB32 GOLDSTAR 1959, fitted with big fin top end, new special bottom end, up and running, taxed, fitted with std gearbox and concentric carb for easy start and riding, £8500 ovno Tel. 01724 864220. Lincs.

BSA B25 WDB40 engine, 1970, Boyer, easy starter, MoT, Sorn, new clutch inline vacuum antiwetsump no tap retifier battery h/p alternator ride with lights, runs well, uprated A65 forks, older restoration, still tidy chrome rims, f/guarde spotting rear s/s cocktail silencer, £2350.

Tel. 07501 779093. Surrey.

BSA C15 250, runner, needs rewiring, £1300. Tel. 07501 151665. Devon.

CAGIVA 650 RAPTOR, Y reg, MoT April 2014, bike has been Sorned, 22,500 miles, £1200. Tel. 0777 2224764. Derbyshire.

CAGIVA RAPTOR 650 MoT til Nov, taxed until June 14, just serviced, no damage, mature owner, 7,800 miles, £2200. Tel. Steve 01279 653786 or 07552 541258. Herts.

CCM Ex Vic Eastwood Works 1977 CCM (featured in Rolling Thunder), stripped and boxed ready, refurbished Interspan ign box, modified to accept external oil filter, £4500 no dreamers or silly offers Tel. 07831 353622 please leave a message if no answer. Cumbria.

CLASSIC HONDA CB 750K motorcycle, W reg, 1980, 26,500 miles, good all round condition for year, full year’s t&t, recently serviced, new battery,. Tel. 01670 512477. Northumberland.

DUCATI DARMAH 900SD 1977 cafe racer style, bevel gear with Desmodromic valves, 17,700 miles only, vgc unrestored, one owner from 1978, always garaged, long MoT. Tel. 01708 373439. Essex.

DUCATI DARMAH SD 1979, black/gold, taxed/MoT, unleaded heads, stainless exhaust, lots new parts fitted, reducing collection, race spec engine, £5800. Tel. 01923 243550. Herts.

DUCATI MONSTER 800 2005, stunning red, load legal twin side mounted cans, Marshesini wheels, adjustable span levers, quiet wet clutch mod, loads carbon fibre, world's best looking bike, £3995. Tel. Keith 01604 452934. Northants.

DUCATI PANIGALE Brand new, unregistered, supplied from Ducati, Manchester, 2 years warranty, paddock stand and other spares, V5C, bill of sale etc, change of plans, £14850. Tel. 07976 742048. Staffs.

DUCATI ST2 2002, comfortable long distance riding, regularly serviced, low miles, dealer fitted Datatag id and Datatool alarm, hard luggage, Ducati panniers and top box, £2650 ono Tel. 0207 5117953. Gtr London.

FSIE PROJECT G reg, numbers all match, all work done, powdercoated frame, new wheels & tyres, petrol tank, seat, engine rebuilt by experts, 98% of parts to needed to finish included, true bargain £1500. Tel. Robert 0754 5846867. West Yorkshire.

GILERA DNA 125 2003, 8k miles, taxed till April 14/MoT March 14, undergone full respray, new tyres, brake pads, drive belt clutch/ rollers and water pump, full service done, well maintained and good runner, Datatag fitted, damaged windscreen, £850. Tel. 07580 395624. N Yorks.

H/D SPORTSTER XL 883R 06 reg, 6,500 miles, vgc, new batt & horn, last of the carb models, s/s exhaust & back rack,. Tel. 07816 236265. N Yorks.

HARLEY 1200 Sportster, Cobalt blue, 8,100 miles, full Harley s/h, sissy bar and backrest, £4500 ono Tel. Vic 01704 832543.

Merseyside.

HARLEY DAVIDSON Super Low 883cc, black, immac cond, 2011, 4,200 miles, d/seat, saddle bags, screen, seat rest, chrome pegs, £4800.Tel. 07929 265344. Carns.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON 2009, met custom red with flames, Stage 1 Vance & Hines Big Radius Pipes, finned oil tank, 240mm rear tyre, alarm, full service history, immobiliser, 1584cc, 6 speed manual, trick pillion seat, wing mirror indicators, red LED engine lights, 2500 miles, t&t,. Tel. 01902 752089. W Mids.

HARLEY DAVIDSON Road King Classic 1450, 02, 27k, immac, owned 7 yrs, turquoise, leather seats, recent belt, pulleys and battery, t&t May 14, all orig Road King classic parts inc, £7995. Tel. 07973 104177. Lincs.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XLH 883 Sportster, 2003 Anniversary Model, red, full s/h, 19k miles, MoT and tax, lots of chrome and many extras, good condition, looks and sounds lovely, £3650 ono Tel. 01803 310250. Devon.

HARLEY SPORTSTER 883 EVO Cafe Racer, US built, re-engineered by a Brit, a custom one of built to celebrate the Lancaster Bomber 70th Anniversary Bomber Harris, will look at a p/x, why? swop £7995. Tel. 07748 654532.

Leics.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL 1200R Sportster, 6,100 miles, orange, Stage 1 carb kit fitted with Screaming Eagle II exhausts, MoT/tax, factory fitted alarm, rides/looks superb, full s/h, £4999.Tel. 0781 3094330. Berks.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 Sportster, 2003 Anniversary model, black, dual seat, sissy bar, only 6,500 dry miles, never dropped, one owner, £3950. Tel. 01480 462960. Cambs.

HARRIS 1200 LAVERDA 180 Triple Todd Special, documented history from 1980, stunning, immaculate, Laverda Orange, Phil Todd engine built approx 4000 miles ago, MoT/tax, too much to list, very rare. No time wasters please. £16000. Tel. 07557 808887. Oxon.

HAYABUSA 99 Model, 14k, taxed, MoT, black/red, two owners, £3000. Tel. 0121 6801008. W Mids.

HARLEY FAT BOB 2010, with extras, very good cond, taxed, £10950.Tel. 07941 140312. Surrey.

HONDA 400 Super Four, “Project Big One”, 1994, 22k, vgc, £1250 oiro Tel. 07809 704642. Cumbria.

HONDA 400/4 1979, restored, exc cond, but no exhaust pipes, MoT/tax Jul 11, 2013, £1250. Tel. 01323 871591. E Sussex.

HONDA CB500S new tyres, chain, sprockets, new battery regulator rec, 9 months MoT, £850 ono. Tel. 07941 140312.

Surrey.

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HONDA 750 FOUR Classic bike, orig cond, good running order, 41,500 genuine miles, 4-into-1 exhaust, single overhead cam, yellow colour coded Rickman fairing, MoT, handbook, s/h. £1995.

Tel. 01726 850575. Cornwall.

HONDA BLACKBIRD 2001, red, three box Givi luggage, Gilles adj bars, heated grips, Baglux seat, Scottoiler, vgc for year, fsh, one owner from new, £2300. Tel. 01594 530979. Gloucestershire.

HONDA BLACKBIRD 1997, R, 22k, lovely sweet runner, new test, prof respray and decals from small drop, serviced ready to go, worth a look, £1995 no offers Tel. 01422 355441. W Yorks.

HONDA CB250 Black Nighthawk, 1999, under 20k miles, new tyres, spark plugs and air filter, 12 months’ tax, 2 months’ MoT, heated grips, Œ£ or offer. £1300 or offers Tel. 07849 743630.

Lancs.

HONDA CB250 RS D/L elec start, exc orig cond apart from Motad 2/1, respoked rims, good tyres, full test, 14k miles, c/w spare motor and many other parts, £825 for the lot Tel. Jim on 01670 851392. Northumberland.

HONDA CB600F 2006, black, MoT April 2014, tax August 2013, genuine 7000 miles, excellent performance, 97BHP, gold USD forks, crash bobbins, good tyres, as new condition, £2750 ono Tel. 01514 895839. Merseyside.

HONDA CB900 F3 2003, black, MoT, tax Oct 13, 6,500 miles, exc std cond, new tyres, gold Renthal chain and spockets, new battery, Smartwater, great bike, two owners from new, £2500. Tel. 07786 888437. Kent.

HONDA CBF 1000 A6 ABS, 2011, 61 plate, met white, 3000 dry miles by one mature owner, all keys and books, always garaged, with dust covers, £5395 ono. Tel. 07794 224011. E Riding of Yorks.

HONDA CBF 1000 A6,ABS, silver, 14k miles, new chain, tyres, battery, MoT & tax to Oct, rear hugger, fenda extenda, Givi rack & topbox, soft panniers, knuckle deflectors.Tel. 01531 822542. Glos.

HONDA CBF 1000 A6 2006, excellent condition,ABS brakes, immobilizer alarm, almost new tyres, 17k miles, full s/h, £3000.

Tel. 07749 819106. Warks.

HONDA CBF 125 learner/CBT/ commuter, 6,200 miles, good condition and runner, cheap to run and insure, £1475. Tel. 07739 959745. Essex.

HONDA CBF 125 reg Sept 12, 102 dry miles, serviced twice by Thunder Road Honda - service pack in, has three free services remaining (fully transferable), garaged, tax until 31.08, £1850.

Tel. Rebecca on 07891 848336; 01443 411539. Glam.

HONDA CBF 125 2012, full s/h, 11k miles, taxed till March 2014, legal for CBT riders, good condition, £1300 ono Tel. Jason 07425 165672. Essex.

HONDA CBF1000 long t&t, gorgeous condition, 56 plate, 15,000 miles, full Honda luggage, Michelin Pilots ABS heated grips, both keys, crash bungs, hugger, centre stand, will not disappoint, £4200.

Tel. 07951 432970. Lancs.

HONDA CBR 1000 RR8 CBR1000RR8, 2010 plate, 2177 miles, vgc! full s/h, one owner from new, will have service and MoT done for buyer if I get asking price. £7500 ovno Tel. . karenbloomfield1@hotmail.co.uk Norfolk.

HONDA C70 Step through, 1981, 12 mths MoT, only 13k miles, new tyres & battery, screen, back box, good plastics, great mpg, on Sorn, £725 ono. Tel. 01704 534510.

Lancs.

HONDA CB 250 1971, fair condition, neen barrel, Offers. Tel. 01392 275899. Exeter.

CLASSIFIED HONDA CBR 125 2004, 12 months’ MoT, new rear tyre, battery, all new cables, pads, front pegs, full Venom stainless exhaust, just serviced,. Tel. 07956 773585. STAFFS.

HONDA CBR 600F 11 plate, 3k miles, one owner, as new, many extras, £4000 ono Tel. 01883 348771 for details. Surrey.

HONDA DN-01 2011, 1300 miles only, immaculate, one ladyowner, full service history, £6250 ono Tel. 01550 0777044. Carmarthenshire.

HONDA F6C Trike Valkyrie, 1520cc, 16k, 2001, windshield, studded saddle bags, backrest, carrier, cruise pegs, twin spot lights, alarm, t&t, lots of chrome, green/ivory, mint, £12,000. Tel. 01228 530241; 07979 080413.

Carlisle.

HONDA FURY VT1300 CX black, 1000 miles, engine bars, first service done, last black one in the country, as brand new, £8500 no offers Tel. 01492 870333. Anglesey.

HONDA HORNET 600 one off paint job, loads of extras, five months tax, 11 months MoT, free revving fun machine, ring for full spec, £1300 ono Tel. 01925 415466. Cheshire.

HONDA NC 700S DCT, only 4 months old, 13 plate, 1500 mls, centre stand, ABS, Givi rack and topbox, silver metallic, £5500 ono Tel. 01736 874646. Cornwall.

HONDA HORNET 600 One owner, full s/h, very low mileage, 6,500, new tyres, MoT and tax end Jul 13, flyscreen, Scottoiler and hugger inc, new battery, Smartwater, garaged, £2300 ono Tel. 07894 863374. .

HONDA HORNET 600 10,500 miles, full s/h, MoT May 14, tax May 14, colour coded Givi hard luggage, Givi tank bag, Givi screen, seat cowl, rear hugger, auto chainoiler and more... £4500. Tel. 07912 350880. Glos.

HONDA MTX125 1986 model, stored for 19 years then extensively rebuilt using many new parts, 9 mths’ t&t, £800 to relive your teens!! Tel. Jim on 01670 851392 . Northumberland.

HONDA NC 700S 2012, as new, 449 dry miles, centre stand, extras, excellent mpg, warranty 2014,ABS brakes, £4350 ono Tel. 01824 709910; 07769 740812. N Wales.

HONDA PCX scooter 61 reg, only 75 miles, large screen, top box, helmet, garaged, £1800. Tel. 01259 760172. Clackmannanshire.

HONDA REPSOL 2,550 miles, Akropovic exhaust, new tyres f&r, Sorn, no tax, stored in heated garage, orig exhaust inc, Dream Machine custom paint, matching Wolf leathers inc, £7250 open to offers Tel. 07436 275141. Essex.

HONDA C90 1979, lovely original condition, no rust, only done 9,400 miles, long MoT, taxed, £595. Tel. 0116 2877574. Leics.

HONDA CBR 400 RRJ Tri-arm, as touring, upright riding position, 38k miles, Art can, new front Avon, been standing, needs battery, too heavy for retired owner! £650. Tel. Paul 01202 427222.

Dorset.

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HONDA RVF400 NC35 L reg, t&t until March 2014, just had service, carb strip, clean, new battery, plugs, 53,000km, polished wheels, frame & swingarm, good condition for year, runs well, £2250. Tel. Paul 07759 659223.

Lancs.

HONDA SH300I Scooter, red, 9,388 miles, 07, top box, Acumen Cat 3 alarm, one owner from new, full dealer s/h, new pads last year, smooth powerful engine, garaged overnight, never been over 55 mph, tax & MoT Mar 14, £1945.

Tel. 07704 652655. Somerset.

HONDA SHADOW Garage ornament, fitted with straight through pipes, K&N filter and 2nd stage carb re-jet, cyclone alarm fitted, good cond, brakes, tyres, tax Jan 14, MoT 06/14.. Tel. 07714 230784. Berks.

HONDA SUPER MAGNA 750cc, 1987, rare cruiser, new chrome paint and exhaust, Sorned, unused since 2009, £2250. Tel. 07503 748923. Wilts.

HONDA TRANSALP 650 V4 Classic Adventure tourer, silver, 16k, 54 plate, 04, top box and panniers, heated grips, centre stand, touring screen, new tyres 5 miles ago, health forces sale, £2800 ono Tel. 07773 570777. Lancs.

HONDA TRIKE F6C Valkyrie 1500cc, 2001, 12 mths tax, 6 mths MoT, windshield studded, saddle bags, back rest and carrier, cruise pegs, twin spots, alarm, immob, mint, 15,500 miles,. Tel. 01228 530241; 07979 080413.

Cumbria.

HONDA MBX 125 1985, one previous owner, standard condition, everything works but not mint, runs, 2,600 miles, but may need some work for the road, Tel. 01332 842536. Derby.

HONDA VARADERO XL1000, 2009 reg, one owner from new, 16,000 miles, Dealer service history, just been serviced with 12 months MoT and six months tax, top box & panniers, heated grips, engine bars, centre stand, headlight cover, vgc, £4750.Tel. 01795 423202. Kent.

HONDA VARADERO 125cc, reg Mar 08, MoT 5/14, tax 2/14, very reliable, great learner or commuter, 12k miles, recent new tyre, chain sprockets, battery, Scottoiler, £2395. Tel. 07740 200696.

Cornwall.

HONDA VARADERO XL 1000 VA8, 2008, 2 owners, 14k, full s/h, ABS, £2500 of extras, black, 55mpg, Dunlop Roadsmart 2’s, new front, 1500 miles rear, tax Aug, MoT end Mar 14, £4800.Tel. 01202 873171; 07740 588281.

Dorset.

HONDA VFR 800cc, 50th Anniversary Limited Edition, immaculate, recent new tyres, MoT May 2014, 28,000 miles, W reg, £2200. Tel. 01678 540227. Cheshire.

HONDA VFR 750FV 1997, 20k, good cond, Sorned, front Goodridges, pads, a/filter, SSH 2 keys, manuals, tools, HPi clear Bagster s/s pipes for fitting, £1700 ono Tel. Paul 07876 524870; 01522 792104. Lincs.

HONDA VFR 800 V-tech, one owner, ABS, July 2009, red, 10k miles, full s/h, full touring trim, heated grips, helibar risers, bagster seat, hugger, plus all original trim, £5500 ono Tel. 01745 852695. Derbys.

HONDA VARADERO 125cc, Givi extended screen, £50; centre stand, £50; both like new, fit fuel injected models with mirrors mounted on screen, Tel. John 0794 6088771. S Yorks.

HONDA VFR 800 V-TEC 2005, silver with seat pod and luggage rack, MoT & tax, 59k miles, well maintained, ex police with no decals, £2650 ono Tel. . derek1evans@btinternet.com Glam.

HONDA VFR 800F V-Tech A-6, 2007, 57 plate,ABS, sports/tourer, red, 2.474 miles from new, 11 months’ MoT, full s/h, alarm, seat cowl, excellent condition, no chips or marks, £5200. Tel. 01945 595342. Norfolk.

HONDA VFR 800F 2000, t&t, 30k miles, dateless reg no, two previous owners, excellent condition, £1850 ovno Tel. 07503 726380.

Cheshire.

HONDA VFR 800FI-Y fsh, vgc, tax October 2013, MoT, 30,600 miles, the No.1 Sports Tourer, lovely machine owned for past 10 years, £1895. Tel. Bill 01430 879224..

East Yorkshire.

HONDA VFR 800I 2000, one owner from new, 31k miles, good condition, new oil and brakes etc, Baglux cover and bag inc, . Tel. 01367 710703. Oxon.

HONDA VFR750FT red, MoT April 2014, tax March 2014, 53,000 miles, new tyres, stainless system, contoured front discs new pads, very clean reliable machine, still fast enough to make you grin, selling to make way for Blackbird, £1450. Tel. 07792 977020. Norfolk.

HONDA CBR 600F 1998, R regd, taxed April 2014, MoT Jun 14, new battery, new rectifier, new front tyre, £1500. Tel. 07857 183388. Lincs.

HONDA CRF 250X Road legal Enduro, 56 reg, not used, delivery mileage, Sorned, dry stored, £2999 ono. Tel. 01296 428873.

Bucks.

HONDA XL185S 1980, genuine original UK model,only 7,170 miles, two previous owners, original owners manual,service book,old MoTs etc, new tyres, chain and sprockets and complete original spec exhaust and silencer system,superb £1850.

Tel. 01928 732646. Cheshire.

HONDA CBR 600F 1991, black/red/silver, 4k miles from new, two owners, full s/h, original tyres, standard, immac cond, bill of sale and brochure when new, 12 mths' t&t, cover charger, £3200 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. Rutland.

HONDA CBR 600FH 1987 motorcycle, the first ever CBR 600 introduced by Honda, and a classic middleweight sports bike, original blue/silver colours, 71k miles, lots of s/h, recently serviced, brand new battery, chain and sprockets, fitted with a stainless Nexxus exhaust & Rentec rack (original rear grab rail is supplied with the bike), clean, well maintained and reliable, in good collectable condition, £750 ono. Tel. Richard on 07952 635662. Surrey.

HONDA FIREBLADE 1996, 16k miles, on Sorn, MoT till Aug, excellent condition, stainless exhaust, need rear tyre, £1600 no offers. Tel. 01522 857170. Lincs.

HONDA NTV 650 Shaft drive VTwin, 1996, blue, tax and MoT, 57k miles, these Honda engines have been known to do 200k miles before needing rebuild, comfortable and reliable motorbike, £840. Tel. 07508 500886. Essex.

HONDA SILVERWING 600 Twin, 62 reg, 2k miles, Honda service done, sale due to ill health, garaged, ride-away and tour, cost £7000 with extras, yes £7000 now down to £5395. Tel. 07500 163078. Yorks.

HONDA SILVERWING FJS 600 2002, 31k miles, MoT Jun 14, taxed Nov, two previous owners, full s/h, maroon, heated grip, audio indicators, vgc, runs beautifully, high screen, top box, £1300 ono. Tel. 0208 2951594. Kent.

HONDA VISION scooter, 1989, 50cc, t&t May 14, 6,500 miles, £275. Tel. 01793 740359. Wilts.

WAS HONDA D50 is now 90cc 14hp, full race, 4V head and cylinder, race cam, Siamesed exhaust, de-restricted, fitted as new condition, very quick! many hours spent, also covered trailer. Sprint, hill climb or show! Phone for more info £7500. Tel. 0116 2841650 after 6pm. Leics.

INDIAN SIDECAR and chassis, original and in excellent condition, removed from a 1947 Chief, £4500.Tel. 07798 866071. Middx.

JAMES CAPTAIN 1958, 3 speed, easy starter, lovely little complete and tidy bike presently on Sorn, too many bikes, one's got to go, £1100. Tel. 079200 90171. Gtr London.

JAMES COMMODORE 250 tax/MoT, rebuilt engine, very good restored condition, £1950. Tel. 0784 8015042. Suffolk.

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KAWASAKI GPZ 500S X reg, 2000, 13k miles, needs some tlc, black, ideal for commuting, £995 ono Tel. 0208 6444998 after 6.30pm. Surrey.

KAWASAKI 1200 ZZR silver, 12k miles, full luggage, new tyres, one owner,. Tel. 01384 562731. W Mids.

KAWASAKI GPZX 550 A1, 1984, 59,750 miles, MoT 07/14, tax 12/13, many new parts fitted and complete, some cosmetic work may be required. £700 ono Tel. 07799 804878. S Northants.

KAWASAKI 250R Ninja Special Edition, 59 plate, tax and MoT til Oct 13, full s/h, 7,568 miles, one owner, good condition, £3000.Tel. 07588 665951. Gtr Man.

KAWASAKI EN500 great cond, 1992, low mileage,imported from Germany, high handle bars, t&t until September, second owner only, sale includes two English steel chains with locks, leather saddle bags & rain cover, serviced at the same garage since 2005, £1500 ono Tel. 07581 793228.

London.

KAWASAKI ER6F 650R 2007, 7,500 miles, fuel inj, full s/h, superbly maintained, gorgeous looking, full anti-vibration kit fitted, new, unused toolkit, Kawasaki fitted ‘U’ lock, MoT, £2450.Tel. 01406 258724. Lincs.

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KAWASAKI GPZ 1000 RX Streetfighter, excellent condition, a real show stopper, loads of polished ali and s/steel, totally rebuilt, £2200 ovno Tel. 01473 259223. Suffolk.

KAWASAKI ER6N 2011, white, £600 worth of extras, mint, low miles, tax, superb bike, £4000.

Tel. 01492 870333. Denbighshire.

KAWASAKI ER5 2006, 8,200 miles, black, fully serviced, MoT/taxed, top box, h/grips, excellent condition, £1600. Tel. 01787 474082. Essex.

KAWASAKI KX85 Bigwheel, 100cc kit fitted, dep pipe, and other bling fitted underused and well cared very clean honest bike, wants for nothing, ready to race or hoon around on. £795. Tel. 07734 580401. Surrey.

KAWASAKI KZ750 LTD 1983, shaft drive, MoT, Sorned, 18,200 miles, USA import, standard apart from Motad, excellent original condition, appreciating asset, £1495. Tel. 07881 516673.

Cheshire.

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX7R With 800cc conversion, built for Endurance, selling cos rider getting too old! Features Ohlins, Apro exhaust system, Brembo hydraulics, race head stock, Harris rear sets, c/w spare rear and wets + tyre warmers, runs well and handles superbly,. Tel. 07983 223838.

Tyne & Wear.

KAWASAKI ZX12R Phantom, silver, excellent condition, 2000, X, Yoshimura silencer, rear hugger, original parts, recent large service including valve check, 12 months' MoT/tax, battery charger cover, 14,500 miles, three owners, £2800 ono. Tel. 07850 607141.

Rutland.

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KAWASAKI VERSYS 2010, black, full s/h, new MoT, currently Sorned, too many accessories to list! well maintained, never wanted for anything. Tel. 07816 443316. Bristol.

KAWASAKI VERSYS 650 A7F, 2007, black, 6k miles, long tax/MoT, hugger, Fender extender, tank protection,Alphadot security, 2 keys, tool kit, exc cond, joints demand smaller bike! £2750 ono Tel. 07759 392656. S Yorks.

KAWASAKI W800 SP 12 plate, 3k miles approx, £5500 ono Tel. 01883 348771 for details. Surrey.

KAWASAKI Z250 LTD 14k miles, full MoT, serviced and in excellent condition throughout, £1000. Tel. 01923 461289. Herts.

KAWASAKI ZRX1200S 2003, exc cond, always garaged, 6000 miles many extras inc datatool alarm/immobiliser, crash bungs, Baglux tank cover, sports rack & box, micron can & original, hugger, airflow screen, year MoT, 6 month tax, £3600. Tel. 01843 599271. Kent.

KAWASAKI ZX6R F2, 1996, 28,700 miles, full service & valve clearance & new paint job done last year, Dunlop SportsMax tyres (400 miles), Haynes manual, bike cover, MoT June 2014, six months tax, £1695 ono Tel. 07803 242086. Wirral.

KAWASAKI ZX6R F3 Sports, petrol, manual, 599cc, green, exc cond, MoT/tax till 11/13, 50k, full s/h, owned since new, first reg in UK 2012, WP r/suspension, Akrapovic full exhaust, £1699.Tel. 01273 401483. E Sussex.

KAWASAKI ZX6R J2 2002, second owner, 2 keys, new tyres, good condition, 17,800 miles on clock, year’s MoT, any questions please feel to ask,. Tel. 07936 386344. London.

KAWASAKI ZX9R 1996, Ltd Edition, 44k, t&t, Stage 1 tuned, K&N oil filter and air filter, data tagged, braided brake hoses, Moto GP style can, new chain and sprockets, Scottoiler, £1700 ono Tel. 07540 150446. Perthshire.

KAWASAKI ZZR 600 E6, 1998, vgc, MoT till end July 2014, no tax, just had service done, just over 14,900 miles,. Tel. 01639 700728. Glam.

KTM DUKE 125 2012, 3,380 miles. Extras: Handguards, R&G tail tidy, R&G crash bobbins, tank pad, £2800. Tel. 07791 543164.

W Yorks.

KAWASAKI ZZR1100 D6, 1998, 26,000 miles, recent rear tyre, chain, brake pads, £1750. Tel. 07948 175482. W Mids.

2 X WE KAWASAKI 400 GPZ 400R, full MoT and tax, 1985, needs tlc, been in storage, £695; no 2 WE ZX400 C2, needs coil pack and checking over for MoT, ideal winter project, £350. Tel. 07849 876510. Armagh.

KAWASAKI BERGMAN 650 blue, 2004, 31k miles, full s/h, t&t, heated grips, Givi top box plate, Givi large screen, garaged, exc cond, mature owner, ill health forces reluctant sale, £2500 ono.

Tel. 0113 2400219. Yorks.

KAWASAKI GPZ 550 1984, dry stored for 16 years, will require restoration to put back on road, £225 ono. Tel. 01234 822908; 07826 631821. Beds.

KAWASAKI W650 676cc, 1999, red/cream, immaculate, full s/h, Summer use only, 73 years old, owner needs smaller bike, well shod, two keys, original manual and tool kit, reluctant sale, £2300. must be seen! Tel. 01278 671499. Somerset.

KAWASAKI Z1300 X2 1st X-82, Black Ratty 6 in 2-1, been garaged 5 years, needs work to get runninga gain, part are there, both on Sorn, 2nd custom paint, very low mileage 14k, 6-into-1 engine bars, E/Lawson style seat, 1979 stainless b/lines, Pirelli rubber, spares inc tank, seat, side panels, forks etc etc, Californian import, my bike 15 years, genuine reason for sale, £6500. for both ono Tel. 07984 186551. London.

KAWASAKI Z750 C4 project bike, 93, K reg, s/s downpipes, workshop manuals, spare tyres, 19k on clock, £500 no offers. Tel. /txt 07979 892920 for more info.

Sheffield.

KAWASAKI ZRX 1200 red/grey/silver, exc cond, 2001, engine sats, rear carrier, MRA screen, fenda extenda, rad cover, 16k, full s/h, MoT/tax 12 mths, four owners, battery charger cover, £2000 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. Leics.

KAWASAKI ZX6 great clean bike, perfect for summer, 24k , tax till March, MoT till Aug, 2000 reg, lots of upgrades, recent service and tyres, a loved bike! £1600. Email: Lukemc1978@hotmail.co.uk Glam.

KAWASAKI ZZR 1100 D1 metallic purple/orange, immac original condition, two owners, 1993, full s/h, good tyres, new chain, sprockets, brake pads, charger cover, 34k miles, 12 mths' t&t, £2850 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. .

KAWASAKI ZZR 1400 06, 40k, grey, MoT 3 months, handlebar risers, superb bike, £3000. el.

07932 122259; 01277 366322.

Essex.

KTM SUPERMOTO 950 excellent condition, 10 months MoT, six months tax, aftermarket exhaust heated grips, led indicators, alarmed, dry miles only,. Tel. 07886 095222. Glamorgan.

KTM 950 Adventure, orange, 2004, 34,000 miles, crash bars, 19/17” wheels, new tyres, electric fuel pump, heated grips, t&t, vgc, £4100 ono. Tel. 01494 474807.

Bucks.

KTM DUKE 125 2012, Learner Legal, exc cond, 1200 miles only and full KTM s/h, always garaged and looked after, KTM extras, viewing welcome,. Tel. 07890 704108. Lanarks.

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LAVERDA 750 SF 1972, tax exempt, vgc, has won many prizes, all original equipment, s/s exhaust system, extended clutch arm for lighter clutch action, £5678 poss p/x 350 plus tax exempt only Tel. 01935 840818. Somerset.

MATCHLESS 350 G5 Lightweight, 1961, recent restoration, well sorted, ride away, new wheels etc, t&t, orig log book, rack, some new spares and books, delivery arranged, £2200. Tel. 01626 772219. Devon.

MATCHLESS METISSE G80 CS 600cc, Interspan ign, BSA primary chain case with belt drive to clutch, total refurbishment a few years ago, minimum recomm, good pre-65 machine, no dreamers please, £8000. Tel. 07831 353622 (please leave message if no answer). Cumbria.

MOTO GUZZI 750 Strada, 1994 model, rare in UK & collectable, 27k, 11 mths MoT/7 mths tax, superb runner/tourer, pulls like a train, mechanically fine, paintwork getting tired, £1200 ono; p/x Tel. 07790 273204. Notts.

MOTO GUZZI 1200 Sport, black/white, 10,700 miles, full s/h, taxed and MoT, extras include carbon fibre exhaust and rear hugger, wired Tom-Tom and Optimiser, Griso bars and orig-inals, exc cond, one previous owner Dec 2007, £4450 ovno. Tel. Chris 07831 696168; 01189 475919.

Berks.

MOTO GUZZI 650 SP 1986, Sorned 10 years, need space, £500. Tel. 07717 394092. Dumfries.

MOTO GUZZI N FALCONE 1969, less than 4k kms from new, rebuilt to Civilian spec, BMW dual seat, indicators, panniers, twin plug conversion, powder coat frame, silver, two pack tinware, (Brocklands green), good looking 500 single, £3300. Tel. Andy 01924 276880. W Yorks.

MOTOGUZZI V50 Ex-Spanish police bike, 1985, black/silver, needs boxes/screen, t&t 2014, provenance and history, many parts plus spares, clocks, c/bars, wiring harness, old MoT, reducing collection, 9k miles, £2500. ovno or nearest sensible offer Tel. 07526 415320. Durham.

MZ BAGHIRA 660cc, 2003, vgc, same owner 8 years, regularly serviced, new back tyre, BSM Full stainless exhaust system, 22,000 miles Yamaha 660cc engine, no faults, short t&t, £1800 ono Tel. 01495 290192. Monmouthshire.

MZ TS250 4-speed, 23k miles, red, taxed 11/13, tested 10/13, unrestored condition, starts easily, runs fine, Haynes manual and mnaufacturer’s manual, £395 no offers Tel. 01824 707571. N Wales.

MZ TS250/1 5 speed, 1973, taxed May 14, MoT Jun 14, p/coated frame, pile of spares, £450 sidecar too for an extra £50.

Tel. 07709 557294. Fife.

QINGQI QM 125T-IOH 2012, Twist & Go, Sinnis, 124cc engine, push button start, taxed 30/4/14, 2,482 miles, black/silver, chrome, excellent condition, £950. Tel. 01543 372978; 0784 1025102.

W Mids.

REPSOL FIREBLADE 2009, 4500 miles, one owner from new, fsh, great condition, new tyres, datatool system 4, Repsol hugger tail tidy, also have standard parts, 10 months tax & 12 months MoT, £6800 ono Tel. 07758 847720.

South Yorkshire.

ROYAL ENFIELD Classic Bullet, 350cc, mint condition, t&t, black/chrome, nice runner, 70 mpg, only 4k miles, X reg, 2000, lots of history to show, nice classic, £1695. Tel. 01302 534155. S Yorks.

ROYAL ENFIELD Intercepter Mk I, 1964, rare US model, t&t Jun 14, 11,892 miles, 12v elecs, new clutch, Dunlop rims, unrestored, gc, rewired, may p/x BMW Guzzi carb model, £5300. Tel. 01665 510538. Northumberland.

RELIANT ENGINED 850cc Stimson framed hardtail trike, complete running, suit engineer mechanic needs seat, odd jobs for MoT, £950. Tel. 01604 761633.

Northants.

RICKMAN ENFIELD METISSE minus engine, gearbox, much work done, £2300. Tel. 0207 7021318; 07969 879304. London.

ROVER 75 SALOON Auto, 2000, X reg petrol, 2L, taxed and MoT Oct 2013, 92k miles, cheap motor car, drives well, new exhaust and battery, £695. Tel. 07950 398750.

W Mids.

ROYAL ENFIELD Thunderbird, 350cc, 2005, 3k miles, mint condition, 12 months' t&t, first £1600. Tel. 078460 70328. W Mids.

SUZUKI 600 GSX New battery, ready for MoT, alloy bar risers, comfortable, 1 x cylinder a bit ropey, needs carbs taking out and cleaning, also speedo cable, easy fix for Summer, £500 cash can have it, No offers Tel. 07932 325872. W Yorks.

SUZUKI BANDIT 2006, only 2800 miles, excellent condition, full MoT, £2550. Tel. 0782 1057392.

Suffolk.

SUZUKI BANDIT 650 2007, 9849 miles, matching topbox, four months MoT, Sorn at moment, just needs insurance and tax, excellent condition, £2700 ono Tel. 07964 060662. Norfolk.

SUZUKI BURGMAN AN400 Dec 2001, 61,500 miles, two owners, MoT 03/01/14; tax 30/11/13, heated grips, Leo Vince 4-Road exhaust & Givi rack, carefully maintained, ideal for low-cost, comfortable & relaxed touring & commuting (70+ mpg), £850 ono Tel. 01225 867454. Wilts.

SUZUKI BURGMAN 650 Executive, 14k, 2011, fsh, mint, as new, A1, prob best used 1 you’ll ever see! heated seats & grips, motorised mirrors & screen etc etc, £4200 ono Tel. 01753 692339 or 07957 747744. Berks.

SCOTT FLYING SQUIRREL 1928, 600cc, factory updates fitted in 1950, taxed ‘til Nov, new exhaust/silencer etc, £6950. Tel. 01274 631841. W Yorks.

MOTO GUZZI V50 Mk 2, 1980, 500cc shaft drive, Keihnan stainless pipes/silencers, recent battery, MoT/taxed, fully oil tight, reliable engine/gearbox, history, exc cond, £1500 ono; can deliver Tel. 07920 474309. Cheshire.

MOTOGUZZI BREVA 750 IE 12,000 miles, t&t, new gel battery, full touring spec, two screens, h/grips, mirror extensions, engine bars, c/stand, manuals, tool kits, Battleaxe tyres, immac, £3500.

Tel. 01252 702436. Surrey.

MOTO GUZZI Stelvio 1200, 8V, 2009 Oct, 9,466 miles, later ABS model, one owner, 2 keys, factory, matching panniers and hugger, full s/h, MoT/tax, recent tyres, great touring bike, 50mpg + extras, older rider going vintage, garaged, valued registration V2 MGU (V-Twin Motoguzzi), £5650 ono. Tel. Phil 01326 564545; 07523 764323. Cornwall.

NORTON ATLAS 750cc, 1965, rebuilt to show standard, bills avialable to see, matching numbers, superb condition, £8500 may take small bike p/x Tel. Pete 01905 21667 anytime..

PEUGEOT VIVACITY 125cc Scooter, (2011), red, 7,200 miles, top box with plenty of other storage, garaged overnight since new, full service history vgc, £950. Email: rachel_jacobs@ btinternet.com Suffolk.

PIAGGIO H20 50 Sport, one lady owner, 3k miles, tax and MoT one year, excellent condition, £645.

Tel. 01753 869566. Berks.

SECMA: SCOOTER CAR! Func tech 4 wheel 2 str buggy, French design, fitted with a Lombardini 340cc r/petrol engine, are unique collectable machine, spares available in UK. Offers over £800 consider cash plus a project KLR 600/650 or similar Tel. 07849 876510. nr Deal in Kent.

STIMPSON RELIANT TRIKE 850cc, taxed, full documents, good runner, needs tlc, long and low easily take larger engine, need room, hard tail, £950. Tel. 01604 761633. Northants.

SUPER BYKE RCC 125 2012, only 7k miles, rare custom twin exhaust pipes, pristine, new chain and sprockets, taxed 'til Mar 14, derestricted, £9000 ono. Tel. 07910 333738. Gtr Man. SUZUKI BURGMAN 400 2001, 19k, maroon, 12 months' MoT, tax, scuffs on fairing edge, little corrosion on wheels, 50 mpg, but very clean, good runabout, hence £700. Tel. 01582 966373. Beds.

SUZUKI GSX 1100EF unfinished project, GSXR wheels, brakes, loads of work, good condition, loads of spares, battery and tidying to finish, can deliver, £1800 ono Tel. 07779 185023. W Mids.

SUZUKI GSX 1400 02, full Akrapovic, t&t, recent tyres and C&S, 27k miles, good cond, some marks on tank, £2900.Tel. 07846 104644. Glos.

SUZUKI GSXR 1000 K1 20k miles, 11 mths’ MoT, 2 mths tax, sole seat, race can, carbon fibre hugger, race levers, vgc, . Tel. 07799 895262. Wilts.

SUZUKI GT 135 good cond, starts first time, tank side panels, tail section have been repainted to a good std, would be ideal to restore to concours cond, orig owners handbook, £1200. Tel. 01505 321068. Renfrews.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 2005, tax Sept, MoT Nov, as new condition, too many extras to list, full s/h, p/x considered, £3950 ono Tel. 01655 331721; 07920 141700.Ayrshire.

SUZUKI DRZ 400S Sep 04, 54 reg, low mileage, 2,657 dry tarmac miles only, one owner from new, tax & MoT to Sep 13, Candy grand blue, no mods, regularly serviced, mint cond, £2500 no offers Tel. 07595 352619. W Mids.

NGTF V8 KIT CAR Rover 3.5V8, overdrive, wire wheels etc, excellent condition, £7995 can deliver, p/x for Harley Military WLA Tel. 07798 866071. Gtr London.

SUZUKI GSF 1200 K6 Bandit, Lovely standard bike, new MOT & rear tyre, only 10500 miles, reluctant sale, £2750 ono Tel. 07531 124492. W Mids.

SUZUKI INTRUDER 125cc, newly serviced, new parts fitted, new oils 12 mths’ MoT, vgc, with many extras included (GPS, locks, new mirrors, soft bags etc), 30,300 miles, £1150.Tel. 07949 270900.

London.

SUZUKI GS 1000 1978 based Streetfighter, taxed and tested until September 2013, everything works, exhaust now different to pic. £1650 no offers Tel. 07749 788003. Crewe, Cheshire.

SUZUKI GS 550 1979, points, ignition, 26k, MoT/tax Oct, in use, reliable bike, too heavy, wanted r/h side panel for above, £700.Tel. 01767 691209 (answerphone for both if out). Beds.

SUZUKI GS 550E 1981, good overall, many new parts, Sorned, will MoT, ready to ride, £599. Tel. 07949 653017. Staffs.

SUZUKI MARAUDER 800 1999, vgc, low mileage, all original, MoT Mar 14, tax Sept 2013, c/w Givi hard luggage.Tel. 07799 458426.

Ayrshire.

SUZUKI GSX 750 ESD project bike, 89, C reg, off-road 15 years, manuals rack, 23k on clock, £300 no offers. Tel/txt 07979 892920 for more info. Sheffield.

SUZUKI MARAUDER 125cc, very good condition for year 2007, Moted till 2014, taxed August 2013, sissy bar, engine bars, rear rack, good tyres, this bike needs nothing done, ready to go,. Tel. . billyellis@blueyonder.co.uk Stirlingshire.

SUZUKI SV 650 red, 1999 model, restricted to 33bhp, easily removed, 40k miles, 11 mths’ MoT, currently Sorned, £900 ono Tel. 01582 538970. Beds.

SUZUKI SV650S red, t&t, 13,900 miles, blue flame exhaust, very tidy bike, both keys, tool kit, manual, good tyres, £1450 ono Tel. 07713 651632. W Mids.

SUZUKI TU250 Cafe Racer, 10 months’ MoT, 22,500 miles, bike has been stripped and rebuilt, £1100. Tel. 0797 7079895. Gtr London.

SUZUKI-VAN-VAN 2010, 3300 miles, excellent condition, year’s tax and MoT, just serviced. £1850.

Tel. 07766 561861. Stirling.

SUZUKI 650SV 52 plate, full fairing, taxed/MoT, superb condition, blue, 14k miles, £1800 ono. Tel. 0121 6801008. W Mids.

SUZUKI GSX 250 running, tidy condition, no log book, parts or repair, £225 ono. Tel. 01565 750812; 078660 90035.

Cheshire.

SUZUKI GSX 600F 600cc, 1998, F reg, 29,751 miles, runner, complete bike, no tax or test, V5 present, £495. could possibly deliver Tel. 07752 443794 for more details. Denbighshire.

SUZUKI GSX1400 K & FE, 12,500 miles, blue & white, Suzuki immobilizer etc, nice clean bike, £4500.

Tel. 01594 833916. Gloucestershire.

SUZUKI GSXF 750 1993, taxed Jun 14, MoT Jun 14, exc cond, recent new tyres, battery, s/head, bearings, chain, screen, 25k only, black, ready to go, £950. Tel. 01485 534738. Norfolk.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 20k miles, reg 2010, black/red, taxed and tested, good tyres, hugger, crash bungs, no modifications, £6000.

Tel. 07801 298132. Dumfries, Scotland.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1300R 1999 model, two owners only, 14k miles, vgc, taxed/MoT, £3000. Tel. 0121 6801008. W Mids.

SUZUKI SF 1200N Bandit, British racing green, mint condition, 12,100 miles, Bewolf Zorst plus standard swap Blackbird or similar, or £2200. Tel. 07909 502193.

W Yorks.

SUZUKI SV 650 BANDIT wanted part exchange 2004 SV 650, 10k miles, value £1750 for low mileage Bandit 600/650, can purchase outright, please contact if selling also SV 650 standard silencer 04/07, offers. Tel. 07929 910974. W Mids.

CLASSIFIED TRIBSA PRE-UNIT 500cc, AMC Norton box, on Sorn, reg WVS *** (non trans), runs ok, needs fettling. £2750 ono Tel. 07747 807303. E Sussex.

TRIKE SUZUKI VX800 Intruder trike, 07 reg, 2,800 miles from new, all history etc, engineer built, pristine condition, £7995. Tel. 07793 972555. Notts.

TRITON 1968 Norton Slimline frame, 1958 Triumph 650cc, 6T Pre-unit engine, 9 stud, twin carb head, elec ign, primary belt conv, 1500 miles since completion, all new parts, £8500. Tel. 07961 842530. Leics.

EXCHANGE TRIUMPH pre-unit petrol tank, 1957 onwards for similar tank for a 1954/5 Triumph pre-unit; also have a Duplex 650 Nacelle top would like to swop for 1955 5T top. Tel. 07443 438187.

S Yorks.

TRIUMPH SCRAMBLER 900 MoT September 2013, tax end of month, £4700 ono Tel. 07904 520245. West Midlands.

TRIUMPH SPEEDMASTER 54 reg, 10,000 miles, tax & MoT, yellow/black, leather panniers, loads chrome, £3000. Tel. 01367 860444. Gloucestershire.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST 955I 1999, MoT for 12 months & tax for four, 47k miles, new Michelin tyres & battery, runs great, no issues, comes with Ventura pack rack luggage, tinted touring screen & heated grips, sensibly priced at £1350. Tel. 07812 411180. York.

TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE excellent example of this highly acclaimed bike, tax, Mot Mar 14, only 7k miles, carrier, power take off and pillion seat cover, £3750 ono; poss p/x for Classic T140.

Tel. 07840 413124. Lancs.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 2001 burgundy/silver, 23,000 miles, MoT, tax March, Sport pipes rejetted Hagon rear shocks, front springs, Hyde drop bars, many extras, £2500. Tel. 07816 612144. Essex.

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TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 900 900cc, very good condition, 18k miles, c/w original and after-market exhaust, windshield, sissy bar and luggage rack, MoT until 8/2/14 + tax, £2300 ono. Tel. 0208 6437487. Surrey.

TRIUMPH TIGER 900 (885cc), good condition, 21k miles, one owner, year’s MoT, 1996, N reg, recently serviced, new battery, good tyres, Scottoiler, £1900. Tel. 0208 9531036. Herts.

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 900, 1997, green, MoT April 2014, good condition, £2800 ono Tel. 07740 168857. East Riding of Yorkshire.

TRIUMPH TIGER 955I 2007 (07), 22,550 miles, silver, full s/h, MoT 04/14, one owner, alarm, panniers + top box, Scottoiler, two screens, excellent condition, £3750. Tel. 07774 192631. Gtr London.

TRIUMPH TIGER 1050 2008, 25k miles, tax to Oct, new MoT, lots of extras inc Tom Tom Rider I sat nav and mount, heated grips, K&N air filter, centre stand. Note: hand guards not inc. £4595.Tel. 07764 155891. Inverness-shire.

TRIUMPH TR7 Tiger Les Harris, 1987, 6000 miles since complete rebuilt, new top end, tyres, fantastic condition, tax & tested, lots of paper work, £5000 ono Tel. 01494 474807. Bucks.

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 2012, black, low mileage 3,600, like new, full s/h, taxed, removable back box included, fantastic all rounder, new car forces sale, £5995 ono Tel. 07796 495111.

Surrey.

TRIUMPH T160 Trident, 750cc, 1975, MoT 6/16, tax Oct, good condition, CMA wheels, twin front disc, Sparkrite ignition, £4950 ono Tel. 01767 448575. Beds.

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 2012, 10k miles, new tyres, mint condition, £1000 of extras, £6500. Tel. 01274 270301. W Yorks.

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 900 1995, 33,614 miles, MoT Aug, Goldy silencers, screen, panniers, custom indys and rear light, extra chrome bits on frame and rad cover, lots of paperwork £2500 or p/x vintage classic Tel. Dave 07805 513659.. Wilts.

TRIUMPH 3TA (21) 350cc, 1964, on Sorned, many recent parts, bottom ends, rings, battery, new carb, v tidy, easy start/runner, photo via phone, £2500 no offers.

Tel. 07941 473812. N Lincs.

TRIUMPH TIGER 885I Outfit, 1999, robust and lots of fun, large padded seat/locker, chair brake, MoT, recent tyres and service. See my videos at ‘tigeroutfit’ on YouTube £3600 ono Tel. 01325 288652. Durham.

TRIUMPH DAYTONA 955i 2002, 51 reg, met silver/black, 55,900 miles, gentleman's Supersports bike, vgc, would also make an excellent track day bike, redundancy forces sale, £1955. Tel. 07970 235358. .

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 1963, tax exempt, t&t, transferable number, £9500. Tel. 07866 979098. Essex.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE AMERICA 2009,blue/cream,1,500 miles,absolutely as new, unused 2 years, studded leather panniers, tool roll, slash pipes and originals, Billet mirrors, fender, rack etc, £4950. Tel. 01246 418409. N Derbys.

TRIUMPH TROPHY 1200 1993 32,000 Miles. Ideal project, minor damage to fairing and tank, seat also requires a new cover. £750.

Tel. 01202 829167 or 07831 237999. Dorset.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE America dual 'Cannon' seat, tapered, perfect condition, £125. Tel. 01392 255397. Devon.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE T100 2006, 865cc, 13k, excellent condition, black/cream, MoT & tax till Feb 14, £4000. Tel. Pete 01244 546128. Flints.

TRIUMPH DAYTONA 955i, silver, 2003, 14k, 9 mths' MoT, good clean all round condition, some s/h, £2650 ono. Tel. 01942 790486. Gtr Man. TRIUMPH SPEEDMASTER yellow/black, 54 reg, 10,000 mileage, leather panniers, Sissy bar, short pipes, t&t, £3250 ono. Tel. Peter 01367 860444 eve. Glos.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST 955i 52, one owner from new, vgc, fsh and bills, Sorn, MoT, recent battery and tyres, not used for commuting, Scottoiler, d/bubble screen, rack, Sky King bar risers, NWS hugger, tool kit under seat, garaged when not in use, v reluctant sale, £1200 ono. Tel. 07970 527841. Middx.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST 955i 56, one owner, red, vgc, full s/h, Sorn, MoT, recent battery & tyres, not used for commuting, Scottoiler, d/bubble screen, rack, bar risers, tool kit, garaged, £1375 ono. Tel. Steve 07970 527841. Gtr London.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST 995, 2001, immaculate original condition, owned 10 years, long t&t, £2150.

Tel. 01302 390667. S Yorks.

TRIUMPH T100 2003, 865cc, MoT, 3,300 miles, blue, immac cond, £2800 ono. Tel. 01446 790157. Glam.

TRIUMPH TIGER 900 1997, 36,657 miles, taxed Jun 14, MoT May 14, full wrap around crashbar, converted to Daytona front end with 3 spoke alloy wheels, newly powder coated, bigger discs and twin pot calipers, rear end lowered to suit shorter front end, ideal for someone shorter, £2500 or p/x vintage/ classic. Tel. Dave 07805 513659. Wilts.

TRIUMPH TIGER 900 good bike, few scuffs, £1350. Tel. 01379 853621 for details.. Norfolk.

VELOCETTE LE 192cc, 1950, foot gears, and start, 12v, flashers, luggage boxes, been stood, needs to get running, would p/x plus cash British bike, £800. Tel. 01772 330406. Lancs.

V-MAX TRIKE full power, 30k miles, registered 3-seater, s/s exhaust, petrol tank, rack, datatool alarm, immobiliser, excellent condition, custom paint, extras, 10 months' MoT, taxed, LED lights, mature owners only, £6000. Tel. 0773 128422. Kent.

YAMAHA 250 MAJESTY Maxi scooter 11 months’ tax and MoT, 2000, X reg, £850 ono Tel. 07970 251921. W Yorks.

YAMAHA BT 1100 Bulldog, 2004, met silver, 10,700 miles, MoT/taxed, some s/h, MRA screen, Remus cans, h/grips, good clean condition, garaged, two keys, £2500. Tel. 01953 884129. Norfolk.

YAMAHA DIVERSION XJ900S, 1999, fsh, recent service, recent rear tyre, battery, engine bars, topbox, superb runner in vgc, must be one of the best around without doubt, £1395 no offers Tel. 07751 066492. Glamorgan.

YAMAHA MAJESTY 180cc, good condition, new brakes, good tyres, £850 ono Tel. 0754 7045115.

Merseyside.

YAMAHA R6 1100 miles on the clock, full s/h, new tyres, immac, MoT, taxed, too many extras to list, dry miles, and I had to think twice, £2800.Tel. 01229 462009.

Cumbria.

YAMAHA RD350LC 4LO matching frame & engine numbers, original tool kit and handbook, 35,000 miles, all repainted, new tyres, sprockets, chain, battery, brake pads, seals on brakes oil pump, engine overhauled, runs like a dream, needs to be seen,.

Tel. Steve 07754 407270. Norfolk.

YAMAHA TX 500cc, reg 1975, imported from America, tax and full MoT, 8,300 miles, orange metallic, vgc, same owner for last 20 yrs, £2500 ono Tel. 01789 841203. Warks.

YAMAHA V50 1973, good condition, new tyres, new silencer, tax and MoT history, dating certificate to prove, tax free eligibility, up and coming classic, never restored, £650. Tel. 07802 328400.

Merseyside.

YAMAHA XJ 900 Diversion, very popular shaft drive bike, 22,800 miles, long MoT and tax, good condition, desirable colour, Motad exhausts, Metzeler tyres, Haynes manual, some s/h,. Tel. 01923 461289. Herts.

YAMAHA RXS 100cc, 1996, red, only 3k miles from new, tax/MoT, this bike is 100 percent like new, £895. Tel. 01371 875937. Essex.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 57/2007, blue/white, 22k miles, recently serviced, inc new tyres, DID chain, brakes K&N filters, full Givi touring kit, loads of extras, too many to list. £4750 ono Tel. . fb3333@gmail.com Gtr London.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 2008, black, exc cond, 6,130 miles, Meta alarm system, MoT Sept, currently Sorned and garaged, rear hugger, Goodrich clutch and brake lines, Oxford h/grips, £4750. Tel. 0. Surrey.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 2009, 7k, 12 mths’ MoT, taxed, over £1500 of extras inc heated grips, power socket, etc, full s/h, just serviced, New Z8 tyres, immac, £5100. Tel. 07840 480155; 01908 562771.

Milton Keynes.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 2009, full s/h, good cond with Beowulf can, Renthals, rad cover, orig parts available, owned since new. recent chain, sprocket and back tyre, t&t, 34k, used daily, £4495 ono Tel. 07534 985604. Glam.

YAMAHA XT 660X Supermoto, 58 reg, MoT July 14, only 7471 miles, carbon cans, Renthal bars, shrunk wrapped, in metallic grey, service history, immaculate condition, £3850 ovno Tel. 07546 528209. Surrey.

YAMAHA XP500 T Max, 500cc, Y reg, 42k, new MoT, taxed Dec, two owners, dealer serviced, sunny day use,. Tel. 07516 662124; 01205 870553. Lincs.

YAMAHA XT 225 Serrow, 1990, approx 9,255 miles, MoT 24/01, tax 31/03, good runner, good condition for year, electric start, ideal for green laning etc, genuine reason for sale, £1350 ono Tel. 01204 841042; 07780 824620 anytime. Lancs.

YAMAHA XT225 Serrow, 2003, very clean, no off road use, 5000 miles only, MoT and tax, £2500.

Tel. 07747 553575. Flintshire.

YAMAHA XV 750 Virago, 1997, 25,300 miles, red, full s/s exhaust, MoT, reliable runner, carburettors overhauled, good tyres, screen & crash bars fitted, needs tidying, £1200. Tel. 07949 155611.

Cheshire.

YAMAHA XV 750 Virago 1998 16k miles vgc, possibly consider swap + cash for smaller/lighter bike 250-500, £1995 ono Tel. 01978 758966. N Wales.

YAMAHA TX 500cc, imported from America, tax and full MoT, 8,300 miles, orange metallic, vgc, same owner for last 20 yrs, £2500 ono. Tel. 01789 841203.

Warks.

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YAMAHA XVS 250 Virago, 2001, absolutely mint condition, showroom, taxed, MoT, s/h, never ridden in rain, stored inside under covers, £2300. Tel. 01684 296394. Glos.

YAMAHA YBR Customer 125, 61 reg, 460 miles, still under warranty, as new.hpi clear, not required anymore, £1600. Tel. 07809 686645. Lancs.

YAMAHA YBR 125 (09), black, only 450 miles, MoT, serviced & taxed, new battery, like new, ridden only in dry weather, lady owner, big bike forces sale, £1450 ono Tel. 01284 769388. Suffolk.

YAMAHA YP 250 MAJESTY Red, low mileage, good condiiton, 2001, 11 months’ MoT, £800. Tel. 01256 389631; 07808 235038.

Hampshire.

YAMAHA YZF 1000 R1 X reg, red and white, superb cond, 38k, full MoT, Datatool alarm immob, datatag, Penske r/shock, crash bungs, grab rail, gear indicator, braided lines, £2850 ono Tel. 07956 247779. Lincs.

YAMAHA YZF R125 2010, 2,300 miles, full s/h, R&G tail tidy, Yamaha crush bobbins, just serviced, . Tel. 07790 444048. London.

YAMAHA YZF-R6 2004 (53 plate), blue, 14,600 miles, t&t Apr 14, blue flame road legal can plus original, solo seat cowl plus original rear seat, Wavy discs, one owner, exc cond, £2800. Tel. 07833 254776. Lincs.

YAMAHA 250 XT W reg, in need of restoration, £600. Tel. 07501 151665. Devon.

YAMAHA 535 VIRAGO Under 1000 miles since new, great collector's bike, must be seen, £2650 ono. Tel. 07710 605604.

Angus.

YAMAHA FAZER FZS 600 1998, red, 22k miles, vgc, t&t 2014, £1500 no offers. Tel. 01524 33923. Lancs.

YAMAHA FJ 1200 1992, touring pack, 39k miles, R1 wheels, USD forks, new tyre Brembo brakes, new pads, fresh MoT, on sale, full Givi set, s/s Renegrade exhausts, £1495. Tel. 01384 823222; 07950 398750. W Mids.

YAMAHA FZR 400 spares or repair, MoT 27/7/14, runs well, starts easy, not charging battery, £300. Tel. 07580 728231. Suffolk.

YAMAHA MT03 660cc, 2012, excellent condition, warranty, may consider p/x, £4250 ono. Tel. 0777 4091726. Bristol.

YAMAHA ROYAL STAR Venture 1300, silver, 2002, 33k miles, full s/h, MoT Mar 2014, stereo/ radio/CD/cassette/ipod, new rear tyre, new brakes, genuine reason for sale, excellent condition, £4500. Tel. 07972 739825.

B'ham.

YAMAHA SUPER TENERE Big Thumper, 660cc, has been standing due to petrol pump failure.will need recommisoning, has two new tyres and heated grips, selling as spares or repairs, £395. Tel. 0781 1062596. Herts.

YAMAHA T-MAX Supascoot, 2010, immaculate, silver/black, 6,700 miles, h/grips, 12v socket, cargo bag, top box, brake light, back rest, touring screen, laminar flip, hand deflectors, Optimate lead, £4995. Tel. Keith 01604 452934. Northants.

YAMAHA YBR 125 black, excellent condition, 2100 miles, year's tax, one owner, great learner/commuter bike, £1700 ono. Tel. 07868 362786. Bristol.

YAMAHA YZF 125 2008, immaculate, black/silver, new tyres, MoT, no tax, 19k miles, one owner, very well maintained, bigger bike forces sale, this bike will not disappoint, £2000 ono. Tel. 07805 706432. Lancs.

ZONTES TIGER 125 2012, (62 reg), with top box and cover, under 200 miles from new, still under warranty, taxed, good reliable bike, illness forces sale, Tel. Bob 01751 477080 (eves best). N Yorks.

Parts For sale

ALL NEW AMAL 600 Series bellmouths, £8; C15 full gasket set, £10; Bullet oil filter, £4; used K2F magneto, £75; original AJS twin motorcycles book, F.W. Neill, £15; all plus postage. Tel. 01629 732888. Derbys.

AMAL MK 2 CONCENTRICS One pair 30mm (T140V?) £60; one pair brand new AP Lockheed dual piston (40mm) magnesium calipers, £120; both of these have been on the shelf for 30 years.Tel. 0790 4506011.

BEOWULF stainless steel rad cover for Suzuki Bandit GSF 1250, £40 ono. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

BEOWULF RAD COVER Stainless steel for Suzuki Bandit GSF 1250, £40 ono.Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

BIKE TRAILER Trelgo, fully galvanised, gross weight 350kg, very good tyres and electrics, tipping mechanism and platform for easy bike loading, new galvanised bike rack and new jockey wheel, can carry two bikes with additional rack, good condition, must be seen. Tel. Paul 01202 882857.

Dorset.

BMW genuine aluminium cylinder head guards, finished in red for BMW GS/GSA R1200 twin cam engine, immac cond, £50. plus p&p.

Tel. Alan 01631 566938. Argyll.

BMW 1200 GS Akropovic end can, as new, bargain £250. Tel. 01942 884775. Man. BMW F800 ST+S genuine belly pan, blue flame silencer, Quill silencer, new oil filter, new R&G swing arm protector, Street Triple seat, pillion, footrests, complete two unused oil filters, Africa twin flat slide carbs, complete exhaust.

Tel. 0151 5216126 for details.

Merseyside.

BMW GS (DAKAR) 650 04, genuine full stainless steel exhaust system, as new, with metal mule rack and new visor, £750 ono.Tel. 01766 238358. Gwynedd.

BMW R1100RT seats, rider pillion (both parts), £50; small nick pillion seat cover plus £7.50 postage, can email photos. Tel. 01349 368961. Inverness.

BMW REAR CRASH BARS to protect those precious panners!

Came from 2010 RT 1200, as new, cost £210, sell £80. Tel. 0781 1062596. Herts.

FIRESTORM 1997 standard silencers, pipes rear shock, footrests, linkages, clip-ons, brake pipes, dry stored 13 yrs, £165. Tel. 07505 602257. Lincs.

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DL 1000 V-STROM SKIDMARX tinted headlight protectors, £20; new Touratech oil cooler, mesh guard, used, £10; OE internal handlebar screw, new, £2; oil cooler, also fits KLV 1000, post extra. Tel. 01349 368961. Inverness.

EBC FA 174 HH rear motorcycle brake pads, unopened, £15. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

GIVI PANNIER RACKS and boxes and carrier to fit KawasakiW800,in very good condition,£190; also Givi screen, Universal, was on W800, £30.Tel. 01228 560502. Cumbria.

GOLDWING 1500SE SCREEN brand new, aerodynamic Tulsa screen, prevents wind noise and buffeting at speed, better than original and more rigid, never fitted (sold bike), cost £120, accept £70. Tel. 0208 9425151. Surrey.

GS, GZ 125, SR 125 XJ 600, FZR 600, 3HE, will post Tel. 07770 987038. Suffolk.

HARLEY DAVIDSON Sundowner dual seat to fit Speedster (was on 2001 bike), superb condition, true comfort for rider & pillion, (new cost approx £230), £80. Tel. 01962 853718. Hampshire.

HARLEY SEAT 093977 and sissy bar and brackets, £20. for quick sale Tel. 01923 240458. Herts.

HIGH QUALITY FABRIC COVER for Big Tourer with screen (Goldwing, Harley, BMW or similar), weather proof, with security eyelets around lower edges, vgc, cost over £100, accept £50. Tel. 0208 9425151. Surrey.

HONDA CB 250 jade forks/yokes, swing arm/caliper/rear wheel, suit projected builder or special MZ ETZ 250 fork stanchions and gaiters/springs, £70 plus p&p; CB 550 engine, £200 ovno; NTV 650 gold/grey bodywork/tank, £175 ono; seat, £30; yokes, £30; clocks, £35. Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

HONDA CB 550 engine, £150; CX 650 Euro carbs, NTV/Transalp 600/650 engines, £150 each; NTV 650 spares, full rear end wheel/swinging arm, ideal for shaftie projected, CG 125 parts, CB250/400 dream tank, CB 750K forks/yokes, calipers, CB 250F jade 4 cyl parts, mono shock model.Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

HONDA CX500 A/B exhaust collector box, genuine Honda, solid condition, no corrosion, Offers please Tel. 01723 865219. E Yorks.

HONDA GL 1100 Goldwing wheels, fairing, top boxes, carrier etc free to a good home, Tel. 01661 843120. Northumberland.

HONDA VFR 1200F Genuine monorail carrier, top box and plate, Candy prom red, mint condition with two non-code keys, also Honda hugger, mint, £365. complete Tel. 079350 74259. Clwyd.

HONDA VFR 800 Vetec A9 Baglux tank cover,Winberry, as new, mint, also Mr A tint d/bubble screen, crash bungs, headlight covers and Haynes manual, will split items.

Tel. 079350 74259. Clwyd.

HONDA VFR 800 FiW 1998, complete engine including Ecu, low miles, can be seen and heard running, £375 ono. Tel. 01603 250604. Norfolk.

HONDA VFR 800FI-W Complete engine including Ecu, low miles, can be seen and heard running, £375 ono. Tel. 01603 250604.

Norfolk.

HONDA XL 600 Transalp, Givi runner rail monokey fitting kit, 87-96 new, Honda ST 1100 PANNIER BAGS, £25 used; Reeve 600/NTV 650 parts,Honda FT 500 headlamp brackets, CB350 SG parts, CX 500 maggot side panels, CG 125 drum brake model parts. Please tel/text no voicemails please. Tel. 07954 248611 . Durham.

IXS SKAR leather Gortex motorcycle trousers, unworn Xmas present, size 38-40 (Euros 58), £100 ono. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

KAWASAKI GPZ 600R spares, yokes, fairing bracket, footrests and hangers, rear caliper, clocks, twin aftermarket fairing, rear seat, clutch, gears, engine covers, various frame brackets, mirrors etc, wanted Cagiva 125 Super City frame, V5, may consider full bike.

Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

KAWASAKI KZ550 H1 engine, 1982, condition unknown therefore free to collector. Tel. 07799 804878. S Northants.

KAWASAKI ZX9R 1998, bottom yoke, £5; top fairing bracket, £5; engine side cases, £5 each; water pump, £5; starter motor, £5; petrol tank, £45 (green); all excellent condition. Tel. 07811 060547. Staffs.

KAWASAKI ZX9R 1998, mirrors, £5; levers, complete, £5 each; Cambox cams, head complete, all in very good condition (gearbox decided to change gear itself), crank barrels, pistons, crankcases, all cheap. Tel. 07811 060547. Staffs.

KAWASAKI ZZX 1200 tank cover, red/grey/blue stripe, excellent condition, £35 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. Rutland.

KTM MOTOCROSS twin shock rolling frame. Owned for about 20 years but life got in the way. Offers please Tel. 01278 732028.

Somerset.

MOTORCYCLE TRAILER for sale, very strong & well made, loading ramps, lighting board, new tyres/bearings, spare wheel, will easily transport large heavy motorcycles, £170. ovno Tel. 07732 125886. Lincs.

MRA VARIO SCREEN for CBF 1000A (08), used but in original packing, excellent condition. £65. collect or may be possible to deliver if not too far. Tel. 07968 267154. Surrey.

MT01 59 reg, brand new, unused pair of standard silencers and manifold, bargain, £300. Tel. 07814 621967. Berks.

OXFORD OVER GRIPS carbon heated, never used, £40; Kaoko cruise control to fit Suzuki Burgman 650, £40. Tel. 07927 120558. Suffolk.

PAIR NETA silver end silencers, possible Kawasaki GPZ 900R downpipe connection, diameter outer 2.2ins from connection to footplate, fixed 13 1/4ins, nice condition, £100. plus postage Tel. 01782 874933 (on answer please leave message). Staffs.

PANNIERS AND TOP BOX made

by Honda, excellent condition, will split, sell for Offers Tel. 01780 764351. Lincs.

PAV 41 motorbike trailer, completely overhauled, Tel. 07232 16885. Gtr Man. R & G AERO CRASH PROT-ECTORS c/w all fittings/teardrop shaped bobbins for Suzuki GSF1250 GT, (faired version), £95 ono. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

RELIANT 3-WHEELER 600cc engine, complete less clutch, dry stored, £50 ono. Tel. 01302 846248. S Yorks.

RENNTEC REAR CARRIER for Kawasaki ZX12R, all fittings and spacers, £35 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. Rutland.

SCOOTER TYRES 12" Pit bike tyres 10/12/14/16, old size 18in tyres, 130/80 116 rear, 13/80/18 rearse, CBX 650 Nighthawk shaftdrive unit, rear wheel, Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

STEIB S501 SIDECAR chassis with sprung braked alloy wheel, fitted with non-Steib single seater body, also Steib spring units and some sidecar fittings, sound and restorable, £250. Tel. 01932 787187. N Surrey.

SUZUKI BANDIT 1250 silencer and hugger, good condition, £60. for both Tel. 07801 298132. Scotland.

SUZUKI GLADIUS higher seat, genuine Suzuki part new never used, £60 inc p&p Tel. 07504 174923. Kent.

SUZUKI GSX 1300R helibar handle bar risers, fit 08 onwards with instructions. £70 inc p&p. Tel. 07775 707253. Northumberland.

SUZUKI GSX 750ES fairing/frame and belly pan, GSXR 250 petrol tank, TDM 850 petrol tank, GPZ 400 AC-86 petrol tank, GPZ 550 H2/Z550F petrol tank 82-85, Hyosung 125 cruise 04 forks/ okes front/rear wheel and odds and sods, Aprilia 600 Turang fairing/side panels, RF 900 bodywork.

Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

SUZUKI GZ 125 Marauder GN 125 parts Yamaha XJ 600 FZR 600 3HE parts, will post, Tel. 07770 987038. Suffolk.

SUZUKI MARAUDER 125 selling as parts, will post at cost. Tel. 07770 987038. Suffolk.

SUZUKI RM 250 mono shock parts, early model petrol tank/seat/front wheel, side panel, radiator c/cover, swinging arm, Suzuki 400 Bandit engine/spares, GSX 750F headlamp/frame/ clocks and side panels 87, GT125/250 spares, GT 250 engine, £200; wheels, exhausts, yokes. Tel. 07954 248611. Durham.

SUZUKI VS800 GL Intruder, original brake front, master cylinder with brake cover, with new piston kit fitted, chrome plus swing arm bearings, £30. the lot inc p&p Tel. 01784 461961. Surrey.

TANK BAG brand new, magnetic, med size, black, bought in error, not been used, £15. Tel. 07704 804893. Beds.

TRIUMPH AMERICA/SPEEDMASTER Norman Hyde 'Ikon' rear shocks, as new, they really transform the ride, £225 ono; Bonneville T100 rear handrail with fittings, as new, black, £30. Tel. 01297 489578. Dorset.

TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 Touring, 2008 original chrome silencers, used 1000 miles only, mint condition, £120 ono. Tel. 07904 302373. Gtr London.

TRIUMPH T100 BONNEVILLE pair of after sales silencers, as new, with jets, still in original box, sounds like the 60s, £125. Tel. 07973 721198 or 01274 270301.

W Yorks.

TRIUMPH AMERICA 05 exhaust silencers, new condition, £200.

Tel. 07515 641716. Essex.

ULTIMATE ST1300 Pan European registration ST13OOA held on retention certificate, £999. open to offers Tel. Malcolm on 07703 941177. Tyne & Wear.

VF1000 BOLDOR radiator c/w fans, spare radiator, set of carbs, chain and sprockets done 300 miles no more, workshop manual, £150. ono; customer collects or pays carriage.Tel. 07803 175205.

Clackmannanshire.

VILLIERS PARTS 6E/8E bottom ends, cranks, rods, cases 3+4 speed boxes, clutches, heads, barrel, flywheel, primary covers, carbs, air cleaners, f/wheel cover, sell as one lot, £175. Tel. 01883 623049. Surrey.

XJ900S DIVERSION brand new, never used pair of discs, still in the packaging, by Kagizume plus new set of pads by Kyoto, £100. inc p&p Tel. . Cheshire. derekwarden52@hotmail.co.uk YAMAHA DIVERSION Haynes manual, 600cc, good condition, £10. Tel. 07752 443794. Denbighshire.

YAMAHA DIVERSION SCREEN 93 onwards good condition, no brakes or cracks, £16. inc post Tel. 07752 443794 for more details. Denbighshire.

YAMAHA FJR 1300 rear brake caliper, complete, less than half price, £200. Tel. 01543 376100.

W Mids.

YAMAHA FZR 3HE Suzuki GZ 125 Marauder XJ 600, will post at cost. Tel. 07770 987038. Suffolk.

YAMAHA FZR 600 3HE ER5, XJ 600 parts. Tel. 07770 987038.

Suffolk.

YAMAHA SUPER TENERE 660cc complete bike for spares or repair, £395; two new tyres, heated grips, fuel pump/tap trouble. Photos and more info Tel. 0781 1062596. Herts.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 Givi mono rack, as new, £60; also rack for Triumph Thunderbird chrome Rennetec 2 weeks old, £60.Tel. 01629 583267; 07876 491712. Derbys.

YAMAHA YR5/DS7 engine, decals, £20; new YRS parts manual, £15; new PAT indicator set, £20; YBR 125 KMH clocks, new, £30; 2000 blue YZF R1 tank, tail unit, £50 each, on answer leave message. Tel. 01782 874933. Staffs.

Wanted

AGED GENT seeking 1940s/ 1950s, 500cc/650cc motorcycle, must be good mechanically as non mechanic, just to use for small runs, cash between £2000. £2,500Tel.01493 663070.Norfolk.

AMBASSADOR,JAMES FB,BSA,2 stroke, must be cheap or donated, anything considered up to 1974.Tel. 0151 3343991. Cheshire.

BUELL LIGHTING x1 relays. Tel. 07798 523780. Glos.

EXCHANGE TRIUMPH PRE-UNIT petrol tank, 1957 onwards for similar tank for a 1954/5 Triumph Pre unit,also have a Duplex 650 Nacelle top would like to swop for 1955 5T top,Tel. 07443 438187. S Yorks.

HANDLEBAR RISERS and rear rack for Kawasaki ZZR 1100 D. Tel. 0777 3103525. W Yorks.

HINGED FUEL FILLER LID 1979 Honda CM400T. Tel. 01285 659376. Glos.

HONDA GL 1000 GL1000 Goldwing wanted, prefer runner, but anything considered. Tel. 07828 103437. Notts.

HONDA XBR 500 with low mileage, cash waiting; also workshop manual wanted. Tel. 01246 200842; 07935 175649. Derbys.

JAP CRUISER OR RETRO LATE 70S muscle bike, prefer Z1000/XS1100/Z1300, cash waiting for right bike, must be good condition. Tel. 07950 398750. W Mids.

LARGE JAP CRUISER /retro bike, prefer Z1000, Z1300, XS1100 or similar, all bikes considered and private buyer with cash waiting for correct machine, why? Tel. 07950 398750. .

SUZUKI DR 350 WANTED ideally with electric start, but kick start is fine, ready to go or a project, must have V5, preferably within Warks/Oxford area. Tel. 07794 804198. Warwick.

SUZUKI GP 125 WANTED late 1980s disc brake model, N model with electronic ignition if possible.

Tel. 01202 427222. Bournemouth.

TRIUMPH JACKET or Harley Davidson wanted, 2XL size, must be good condition, also looking for same sized T-shirts again must be good condition, cash waiting. Tel. 07950 398750. .

TRIUMPH OR HARLEY DAVIDSON jacket, 2 x L size required, must be good condition, cash waiting, also require T-shirts the same size. Tel. 07950 398750. W Mids.

WANTED BOOKS on Motorcycle Racing at Brooklands, also Jap The Vintage Years and Jap End Of An Era, by Jeff Clew, Tel. 01543 425795. Staffs.

WANTED FOR Kawasaki Z400 1977, British, one or two original unused diaphragms for carburettor part no. 16126/1042. Tel. 01772 335748. Lancs.

WANTED REAR CHROME RACK for Triumph Bonneville T100, 2008, must be as new condition, Tel. 0116 2402726. Leics.

WANTED TRIUMPH TR6 Pre OIF Civy or ex-police, any condition considered, also 5TA, same details.

Tel. 0151 259 1596. Liverpool.

WANTED URGENT for this year's racing, single or twin motor, roller starter, battery operated, please help if possible, cash waiting or can exchange bike parts, Tel. 0208 8944704. Twickenham.

WANTED URGENT single or twin roller starter motor, battery operated, please help, cash or can swop bike parts. Tel. 0208 8944704. Twickenham.

WUYANG WY125-16C Honda CG 125 replica, ignition switch, steering lock and all locks with keys or complete, non-runner, also Suzuki LT50 Quad factory manual. Tel. 01684 871243. Mid Glam, S Wales.

XS 650 ETC Twin req: swap/ exchange for Jaguar XJ8 MoT July 14, tax Sept 13, vgc, must see £1500. or swap for vgc bike! Try me. Tel. 07806 459236. Glos.

YAMAHA T-MAX 500 rear carrier, tool kit, workshop manual wanted.

Tel. 079460 88771. S Yorks.

Parts Wanted

FRONT MUDGUARD WANTED for 1981 Honda Benly 200cc. Tel. 01626 366474. Devon.

RELIANT ROBIN/RIALTO spares wanted as in engine, gearbox etc, from the 1990s era for a rebuild (we are brave!) but anything considered, even non runners and can trailer away. Tel. 01205 260874 with details price etc.. Lincs.

SCREEN WANTED for Honda VT750S, 2010, bikini style, also crashed or damaged bike,any condition Tel. John on 01482 896319 or 07788 453318.E Riding ofYorks.

WANTED 1980 SUZUKI RM 125 forks and front wheel. Tel. Peter 01633 258312; 07906 622247..

Newport.

WANTED FOR YAMAHA XJ900 Division all four indicators and luggage rack. Tel. 07976 971302.

W Yorks.

WANTED ROYAL ENFIELD turbo twin headlamp LU/59287 plus brake drum and sprocket 49t part No. 37471. Tel. 0117 9568938.

Bristol.

YAMAHA XS 400 1983 mono shock, rear carrier wanted. Tel. Malcolm 01264 350439.Andover.

Miscellaneous

3-BIKE TRAILER new, box section steel, study, mini hubs, brakes, wheels, including spare, £250; Laverda 750 frame, £300; plus tank, £100; Morini 350, 500, frame, £250; plus other parts.Tel. 01268 710946; 07833 906288.

Essex.

AIR COMPRESSOR V-Twin, 3hp, 240v, 50 ltr tank, with accessories, spray gun, unused, light use only, instructions, £140. Tel. 01744 894944. Lancs.

AIR SEAT CUSHION (similar to Air Hawk), cost £40 sell for £20. inc p&p Tel. 07847 407463.

Northamptonshire.

AKITO RACE LEATHERS twopiece, in red/white/black, like new, sized 48/58, worn once, £120. Tel. 01422 377883; 07960 292622. Yorks.

APRILIA RSV 1000 Giannelli Titanium can, 2004 model, may fit other models, good used condition, £140. £11 p&p Tel. 0785 3055692. Notts.

BANDIT 1250SA black Baglux tank harness, as new, £45 + p&p; d/b tinted screen as new, £20 + p&p. Tel. 07775 707253.

Northumberland.

BIKESAFE LOCK-UP for big cruiser for sale, never been assembled, £300. Tel. 01373 464170. Somerset.

BRANDO STYLE leather jacket, small, good condition. £50. Tel. 07586 446585. Northants.

BUFFALO BIKE JACKET red/black, size L, worn 3 times, £60 ono; Richa unisex leather bike trousers, size 20, worn twice, £60 ono. Tel. 01924 829075. W Yorks.

CHERISHED REGISTRATION for Yamaha R6 for sale - R6 JCA - on retention, £500. Tel. 07740 355577. Surrey.

CLASSIC BIKE MAGAZINES early 1990s, £30. for 70; buyer collects. Tel. 02380 448240. S'oton.

CLOTHING - Hein Gericke gents Desert Sheltex pant, black/sand, size XL, very little used, as new condition, cost £159 new, offered at £85. plus £10 p&p Tel. 01235 535807; 07795 672445. Gtr London.

COMMANCHE MOTORCYCLE TRAILER TENT specifically made for outfits, trikes or large solo, lightweight fibre glass trailer, compact and vgc, £2800. ovno Tel. 07973 842998. Leics.

DRAGGING JEANS waist 38", inside leg 29", colour grey/blue, little use, £50. Tel. 01302 846682.

S Yorks.

FIELDSHEER (American) mesh vented jacket with zip-in liner, new with tags, size M, blue/white reflective, CE pads, back, shoulders, elbows, keeps you cool & protected, £50. plus p&p Tel. John 01522 871098. Lincs.

FORD MONDEO TDCI ESTATE 2005, diesel, manual, 79k miles, history, gold, tow bar, MoT Nov 2013, taxed Apr 14, unused by retired owner, all offers considered, must go. Tel. 07950 398750; 01384 823222. W Mids.

FRANK THOMAS ladies motorbike gear, light blue, size 16; black ladies motorbike outfit, size 12; size 6 ladies motorbike boots,; ladies flip-up Caberg helmet, XS, £20 only, used 3 times.Tel. 07970 268610; 01354 677374. Cambs.

FRANK THOMAS trousers, leather, pockets for knee armour, 34in waist approx, £25 ono. Tel. 01252 702436. Surrey.

FRANK THOMAS aqua pore textile jacket with hood, olive green with black detail, should and elbow armour, room for back plate, thermal lining, size L, £50. ono inc p&p.Tel. 01553 811497. Norfolk.

FRANK THOMAS titanium armoured 3-layer (two remov-able) jacket, £40; Akita Viper armoured jacket, £30; hood jeans with knee and hip armour, £50; boots, £20; helmet, £20; gloves, £10; all vgc.

Tel. Rob 01751 477080 (eves best). N Yorks.

FRANK THOMAS AIRFLOW SUIT blue/black with detachable lining, jacket size XXL, trousers size XL, £45 ono plus p&p; or buyer collects. Tel. 01235 535807. Oxon.

GENUINE BMW K100 blue leatherette, first aid kit, excellent cond, unused, £12 inc p&p. Tel. Eric 01287 651116; 07747 675016. N Yorks.

GIVI REAR CARRIER and luggage rack for BMW F800GS with two Givi cases, used once, £300. Tel. 01883 371854. Surrey.

GIVI SAT NAV waterproof case, c/w handlebar bracket, take GPS up to 3.5", £12. #NAME? Tel. 01235 535807. Gtr London.

GPL MOTORCYCLE LEATHERS 2-piece, black/blue/white, exc cond, no marks, scuffs, size S/adult, 38”/40” chest, 30”/32” waist, 31” leg, £120. Tel. 07552 610571. Cheshire.

HAYABUSA REAR CARRIER ,fits 99-07, £35 inc p&p. Tel. 07775 707253. Northumberland.

HAYNES MANUALS BMW R850 and 1100 4 valve twins, 93-97 and BMW R1200 twins 04 to 06, as new cond, £10. each plus p&p Tel. 07747 675016; 01287 651116. Tyne and Wear.

HAYNES MANUALS: Honda CG 125, 1976, clean condition, £6; Triumph 650-750 2 valve twins, VCs, 1963-83, clean, £6. Tel. 01900 813352. Cumbria.

HAYNES MANUALS: for Bonneville, 2001 to 2012, unused, £15.

Tel. 07909 687095. Hampshire.

HAYNES MANUALS: Fireblade 95/98/05, £8 each; ZZR 600 D model spares, call for items, Hen Gericke full leather 1.4mm suit, anthracite, £140 ono; wanted luggage rack, Fazer FZ1 (08), also end can, engine bars, Tel. 07758 515696; 01507 442519. Lincs.

HEIN GERICKE black leather salopettes, only used 3 times so like new, size 54, they're a bit too long for me at 5ft 10in, less than half new price, £75. Tel. 01422 360702. Halifax.

HEIN GERICKE leather motorcycle jacket, as new, cost £250, accept offers around £120; XL textile jacket, XL, good condition, £15. Tel. Robert on 07545 846867. W Yorks.

HEIN GERICKE textile suit, jacket size approx 42", trousers size approx 32", average condition (no damage etc, still plenty of life left), £25. Tel. 07847 407463.

Northants.

HEIN GERICKE JACKET black leather, size XL, mint condition, worn very little, best offer over £100 cost over £250. Tel. Robert on 07545 846867 for further info.

W Yorks.

HONDA GENUINE U-LOCK extra strong, h/duty, fits under seat to fit Hornets, CBFs etc, two keys, £15. buyer collects or will post for extra charge Tel. 01582 601467. Beds.

HONDA VFR 750 FL/M/N/P Nitron rear shock, (non remote type), cost £400 new,will accept £240. + £15 post. Tel. 07817 762804. Glam.

IT'S EASY ON A TRIUMPH by Ivor Davies, (Triumph Advertising Manager), A Foulis motorcycling book published by Haynes, excellent, £20 + p&p. Tel. 01793 644724. Swindon.

LEATHER FLYING JACKET M-L, never worn, cost £345, sale £150.

Tel. 07515 641716. Essex.

MG 2S Hatchback, 2003, manual, 107k miles, tax and MoT 14, drives superb, lovely clean motor, £895. Tel. 07950 398750; 01384 823222. W Mids.

MOTORCYCLE GAUNTKLETS Vintage 1960s, leather, wool lined, little used, good condition, £25; pedal cycle saddle by Brown & Co, leather, coil springs, no damaged, old, £25; collect or + post.

Tel. 01299 266565. Worcs.

NEW BMW LEATHER BELT fit up to 40” waist BMW rondel on buckle, unused present, £12. #NAME? Tel. Eric 01287 651116 07747 675016. N Yorks.

OWNERS MANUAL for Suzuki TS 185 ER, 1981, (American import), also Haynes workshop manual for same bike, UK. Tel. 01384 872202. S Staffs.

PAIR NEW REAR PADS for Bulldog 1100, £12; Buldog clutch cable, £10; Thunderbird coolant pump, £50; EN500 manual, £10; CBF 1000 leather tank cover, tan, £50; CBF 1000 front mudguard, orange, £30. Tel. 07930 663930. Lancs.

PORTABLE GENERATOR 4.5 KVA, Powderstorm, new/unused, still in box, £200 ono. Tel. 07850 607141. Rutland, Leics.

REGISTRATION NUMBER T10 MT, on retention, all fees paid, ready for transfer, make me an offer above £750, will post certificate on completion. £750. Tel. 077240 69252. Herts.

SINGLE BIKE TRAILER mini car wheels, indispension spare wheel, £100. Tel. 01480 462960. Cambs.

SPYKE CRUISER WP Giacca jacket 38/40, armoured, vented, w/proof, new, cost £260; bargain £80, Shoei XR1100, helmet, silver M, 57-58 as new, £200; Nolan classic n-com, M, maroon, as new, £100; BMW touring boots, Gore-tex lined, size 8, new, £70; Icon Reign m/c boots, size 8, new in box, £55. Tel. 01754 873628. Lincs.

TCX SYNERGY BOOTS two pairs, one pair size 6 and the other size 12, £65 each ovno; Richa jacket, black/blue, size 4XL, removable lining, £40; all of these items only worn once. Givi pannier rails for Suzuki V-Strom, 2012 onwards, to fit all panniers including Trekker, £70. Tel. 07971 752854. Essex.

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Tel. 01507 480455 Mob. 07932 751791

Small, friendly, family run country pub set in beautiful unspoilt countryside of Mid Wales.

Bed and Breakfast available or self catering in log cabins half a mile from The Lion.

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