Motor Cycle Monthly September 2014 FULL EDITION

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New scooter from Peugeot

PEUGEOT has introduced the Streetzone to its range of 50cc scooters.

The air-cooled, two-stroke machine shares the engine and chassis from the market-leading Speedfight.

It features chunky street pattern tyres and weighs just 87kg, with USD forks and Shuricane dual piston 190mm front disc brakes.

Price is £1799, with an introductory £200 discount voucher available to download from www.peugeotscooters.co.uk

New look for Sinnis Retrostar and Cafe 125 THIS stunning new machine uses the company’s first ever liquid-cooled engine – an 1130cc V-twin – carried in a 253kg chassis with premium quality suspension.

The new lump is claimed to make 100bhp, and 72lb-ft at 5900rpm.

Indian says the bike has a low centre of gravity for easy, fluid handling at all speeds, with “an outstanding angle of lean to inspire confidence”.

The solo seat echoes the original Indian Scout from the 1920s, shod in sealed tan leather, with a height of 643mm.

Options are available for shorter riders, and UK prices start at a surprisingly low £10,399.

For more info, visit: www.indianmotorcycle.co.uk/ indian-scout

SINNIS Motorcycles has released the latest version of the Retrostar 125 and Cafe 125 in new striking colour combinations.

Since the launch of the Cafe and Retrostar models in May last year, both have enjoyed success, so to keep up with market demand two new paint finishes have been added.

As Anthony Jackson from Sinnis UK explains: “The Cafe and Retrostar have won a legion of fans over the last year so we wanted to give them a cool refresh to add more appeal to the range.”

The Retrostar keeps its classic 1960s personality with baby Bonneville looks. It has a new striking mint green and cream colour combination with an orange stripe.

The Cafe keeps its seat hump and

ace bars. It sports a new sky blue and cream paint scheme but adopts a new silver frame for an elegant, vintage new look.

The Retrostar and Cafe both use the Suzuki GS-based engine, with a Mikuni carburettor and are available from £1599 with a 24-month warranty.

www.sinnismotorcycles.com

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How REALRIDER keeps you safe

With over 15,000 people registered and more than 10,000 apps downloaded to date, REALRIDER is already keeping many riders safe, with its unique crash detection system, but that hasn’t stopped development…

EVERYONE has to have insurance to ride a bike – you hope you never have to use it but it’s there just in case.

REALRIDER is the same, but instead of looking after your bike, it looks after you. Plus, there are now a whole host of features to get even more out of the system, promising to make your ride even better.

details are sent directly to the NHS control room team, who then call your phone three times. If there is still no reply, paramedics have sufficient information to locate you.

If there is a reply then they are able to discuss your injuries and get the help you need.

What’s it all about?

In 2005, founders Zoe Farrington and Andrew Richardson made a film with paramedics from the Great North Ambulance. Through this work, they established that in many cases, paramedics struggle to find the location of a rider after a crash has occurred. Also, once a rider is found, it can be difficult to determine their previous medical information, especially if the rider is unconscious.

In 2010, they began working with the North East Ambulance Service on a national pilot. The app was engineered around the needs of the control room team and paramedics.

Today, the app contains the most sophisticated version of REALsafe to date. It even sends the control room team a rider’s direction of travel prior to the incident helping emergency services reach them quicker.

REALRIDER is a smartphone app that lets you to track your rides and record your points of interest. The app syncs with a free account at realrider.com where riders can find, print or download routes to their sat nav devices. Users can also upload photos and videos of their biking experiences.

Powered by REALsafe, the app’s unique crash detection system is designed to keep you safe when you ride alone. It’s also the only app integrated into the NHS Ambulance Control Room Network…

Once REALsafe is enabled, the app monitors key sensors in your phone during route recording. If it identifies an impact, the crash detection mode is triggered.

REALsafe then monitors your phone and if it hasn’t moved for four minutes then an alarm is sounded and the phone vibrates – indicating that you have two minutes to confirm you are okay. If you don’t respond, your location, phone and medical

Where it all began

Hand-in-hand development “We use a team of in-house developers,” says director, Andrew Richardson. “Each time the app is

upgraded, we work with existing app users and the NHS control team to carry out a series of pre-release tests. We also value feedback from our community and carry out regular research to determine what works and where further improvements can be made.

“Our system doesn’t record speed – a lot of people seem worried about this. We’re all about riders making progress safely. It’s not telling your mates how fast you’ve ridden. It’s about discovering great roads, sharing them and making sure you’re safe if the worst happens.”

What’s new?

There’s been a major focus on enhancing online features with a re-launch imminent. The REALroutes web feature now includes tools to help users search, print, share or download routes.

A brand new E-Learning Centre gives riders access to hours of films with on-road commentary from Ridercraft’s Glenn Julian, a RoSPA gold advanced instructor. Users can even earn badges by answering questions relating to each film clip, with a rewards scheme planned for the future.

“There are some really exciting developments in the pipeline; the future for us holds new and innovative products, further improvements, more partners…

One of the many REALRIDER dealerships – Hunts Motorcycles in Manchester. and hopefully a significant growth in users,” Andrew explains.

“We want riders to get the most out of biking. If a rider heads out alone, we’re able to put the minds of their family and friends at ease.”

Want to try it for yourself?

The app is free to download for iPhone and Android, which is synced with the free account at realrider.com The app’s crash detection system requires a yearly subscription of £25, with REALsafe code cards available from a growing number of Honda and other motorcycle dealers. www.realrider.com

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Battery technology takes giant leap CURRENT lithium battery technology means the range of electric bikes is limited, and charge times restrictively long, but at the University of California, a lithium-ion battery has been created that is claimed to outperform industry standards by three times.

Using purified sand instead of graphite in the cell’s anode might mean we see a range of 150 miles between charges.

Zachary Favors, the graduate student who came up with the idea, is working with engineering professors Cengiz and Mihri Ozkan at the University of California, Riverside’s Bourns College of Engineering.

“In the next five years batteries will see marked increases in energy density and lower costs,” says Zachary, “something that my sandbased technology definitely seeks to achieve, and something that needs to happen in order for the average consumer to take an interest in electric vehicles.

“I do not see some sort of giant leap happening in the battery world just yet, but rather a strong upward trend in performance and a gradual

decrease in cost from year to year. We have to keep in mind that my sandbased anode only solves half the battery equation. We still need an energy dense material that operates on the positive (cathode) side of the battery to match it.”

To solve the problem of charge times, Washington State University (WSU) has developed the first fuel cell that can directly convert gasoline to electricity. It has an anode, cathode and electrolyte – just like a battery – but uses fuel to provide a continuous flow of electricity. It could be four times more efficient than a combustion engine.

Dr Su Ha, an associate professor in the Gene and Linda Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at WSU, says: “Our molybdenum dioxide (MoO2)-based solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) generates electrical power by directly feeding liquid fuels like gasoline and diesel to the cell. Because fuel cells operate based on an electrochemical reaction, they offer much improved fuel efficiency compared to conventional combustion engines.

From left, Mihrimah Ozkan, Cengiz Ozkan and Zachary Favors in the research lab.

Win tickets to Kickback custom bike show MCM has teamed up with Kickback: The Custom Motorcycle Show to offer five lucky readers the chance to each win a pair of tickets to the September 20-21 event to be held at Donington Park.

All types of custom built masterpieces will be on show from old school choppers and bobbers to the new generation of cafe bikes, street scramblers, trackers and

brats… there’s even a collection of customised scooters, moped and streetfighters.

Tickets on the door for adults are just £10, under 16s pay £5 and under 5s go free!

Enter our free prize draw at MoreBikes.co.uk/competitions for a chance to win one of five oneday passes! Competition closes September 1, 2014.

Victory unveils ‘extreme custom bagger’

“While several automobile manufacturers including Toyota and Honda have introduced fuel cell vehicles that are very expensive and can only operate on pure hydrogen.

The lack of a hydrogen infrastructure and the challenges associated with storing hydrogen are again limiting factors for current fuel cell technology. Operating the fuel cell using existing liquid fuels, such as gasoline, means that the established fuelling infrastructure (i.e. gas stations) can be utilised.”

New e-books:The Motorcycle Files available for download FORMER racer and British motorcycle journalist, Alan Cathcart, has launched a series of 10 e-books covering some of the most rare and significant racing motorcycles ever built.

Ranging from the exotic supercharged AJS V4 500 of 1939 to the four-cylinder 500cc two-strokes from Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha and

Kawasaki that were raced during the 1980s and 90s.

The Honda NSR500 File covers the entire run of models from 1984-2002 of the most successful 500cc racer in Grand Prix history, and is a special extended issue – 136 A5 pages.

Included in the full-colour e-books are test-rides of the machines, model histories, technical features

and interviews with the riders and engineers involved in developing and racing the bikes.

The books can be downloaded from Amazon or its Kindle store by using the free Kindle app. They can also be read on devices including tablets, computers and mobile phones. Each download costs around £2.

THE new Victory Cross Country boasts the lowest seat height in its class, a choice of four graphic schemes and has 100W speakers to play music from the in-dash audio system – the most powerful that Victory Motorcycles has ever fitted.

Under the chrome and fairings is a 1731cc engine, and stopping power is provided by fully floating brake discs with four-piston calipers and ABS. Prices start at £16,495 www.victorymotorcycles.co.uk

6 NEWS Hevik fluorescent vest for under £30

Harley reveals new Road Glide Special

WIN a CRF450 AT THE INTERNATIONAL DIRT BIKE SHOW

DESIGNED to be worn over any motorcycle jacket, the high visibility vest from Italian firm Hevik is made from polyester fabric and features elasticated bands on the hip area for a snug fit. Available in three sizes at £29.90. www.hevik.co.uk or call 01327 706980

New AJS R7 125

ANNOUNCED weeks before the complete 2015 model line-up is revealed (coincidentally, just a day before Indian unveiled the new Scout), Harley-Davidson is previewing the Road Glide Special.

“Road Glide has always had an incredibly passionate following, which is why its return to the model line-up is exciting for our customers and our company,” said Matt Levatich, president and chief operating officer of

Harley-Davidson Motor Company.

“With Project Rushmore technology, intuitive features and great new styling, we’re delivering an improved ride for the Road Glide faithful and the many others looking for more cool Project Rushmore motorcycle options.”

Harley says that the Road Glide Special ‘sets out to make a bold statement in custom, high-mile aggression’. www.harley-davidson.co.uk

Slinky Glide cables now stainless steel FEATURING a 124cc, single cylinder, four-stroke engine, the new AJS R7 has sports bike styling and is in dealers now.

Priced at £2150 + OTR, the new water-cooled machine produces 10.1bhp and has a five-speed gearbox.

Seat height is 789mm. www.ajsmotorcycles.co.uk

THE rapidly expanding Slinky Glide cables range is now available with a stainless steel inner cable for a growing number of machine fitments.

The new inner cables are claimed to reduce stretching and increase resistance to the elements. www.wemoto.com or call 01273 597072

THE annual International Dirt Bike Show off-road fest returns to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on Thursday, October 30 to Sunday, November 2, 2014.

If you’ve ever fancied taking a look at just what goes on off-road, then there is no better place to start.

Win a Honda CRF450: One lucky show enthusiast will win a black edition Honda CRF450 in a free-toenter prize draw. All you have to do is rock up to the Show, visit the Classic Dirt Bike stand in hall three, check out the goods and, if you’re over 16 years of age, complete an entry form. No brain-testing questions or tiebreakers to worry about; just your contact details.

Hot metal: This year, all the major manufacturers’ machines will be on display. Spread throughout the

Stoneleigh Park halls you’ll find KTM, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Husqvarna, Suzuki, Oset, Mecatecno, Beta, Sherco and GasGas covering the disciplines of motocross, supercross, enduro, trail, trial, supermoto, minimoto and electric trials. There’ll also be the opportunity to have-a-go on a variety of machines.

Save money – buy in advance: Tickets are on sale now and everyone aged 16 and over who buys an advance ticket will automatically be entered into the Win a Honda competition. So not only can you save a substantial sum of money on your ticket, but you could also walk away with a cracking prize.

For more information, and to bag your tickets, go to www.dirtbikeshow.co.uk

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THE countdown to Motorcycle Live 2014 has officially begun. Tickets for the UK’s biggest, bike show, which will return to The NEC, Birmingham from November 22-30, are available to buy now.

Every November, thousands of twowheel fans and their families make the winter-season pilgrimage to Motorcycle Live to see the next year’s new models in the UK for the first time. This year will be no different, with more manufacturers signed up than ever before – each one

showcasing the very latest machinery, from sports bikes and scooters to adventure models and off-roaders.

In addition to the new metal, visitors get a jam-packed day of entertainment with Classic and Custom Xtreme zones, the Crank’d live action stunt show, the Behind Bars cinema experience, more than nine opportunities to ride a bike, loads of retail stands to bag a bargain, the chance to meet and greet their racing heroes and the ever-popular Blackhorse stage in the British

Eurosport Entertainment Zone – which will again feature nonstop action every day, with live chats, games and quiz shows.

Motorcycle Live takes place at The NEC, Birmingham from November 22-30, 2014. Advance tickets are just £17 per adult, £11 for seniors and £7 for children aged 11-16* (kids 10 and under accompanied by a paying adult go free). There is also a £20 advance ticket, which includes entry to the show and a three-pack of Oxford Comfy neck warmers worth £15.

*Advance ticket price, closing date for advanced tickets 5pm on November 21, 2014.

All information correct at the time of release.

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What’s on… and where to go

If you love getting out and about, check out our list of events planned for the rest of the year on our website – MoreBikes.co.uk – there’s the chance to submit your own event too. Here’s a selection for September…

Thursday, September 4 Stephen Billau and Sons Bike Nights Every Thursday 6pm-9pm, the Darlington dealership (DL1 1QQ) holds a weekly bike night. The ‘Destination Cafe’ is open as well as bike sales, accessories and clothing. www.sbillau.co.uk or call 01325 281331.

Friday, September 5 – Sunday, September 7 British Superbikes – Donington Park Round nine of the BSB Championship at Donington Park (DE74 2RP). www.britishsuperbike.com Sunday, September 7 Ace Cafe – Vintage Japanese Bike Day with VJMC There are a number of events going on throughout the month at the Ace (NW10 7UD) including: Brighton Burn Up! on Sept 14, Sports moped and two-strokes day on Sept 21 and 59 Club Day and BSA Bantam Meet on Sept 28. www.ace-cafe-london.com Sunday, September 7 St Andrew’s Children’s Hospice Annual Motorbike Run Join the rideout, departing from any of the following: Willingham Woods kiosk, Market Rasen – noon; The Kitchen Cafe, Nocton Heath – 1.30pm; The

White Bull, High Street, Coningsby – 2.30pm. Arriving at the Royal Oak, (the Splash), Little Cawthorpe – 3pm for barbecue and raffle. Entry fee £5 per bike on day. Call Angela on 01472 350908 ext 265 or standrewschildrenshospice.com

Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21 British Superbikes – TT Circuit Assen Round 10 of the BSB Championship in Holland. More info: www.britishsuperbike.com

Sunday, September 7 Essex Air Ambulance Motorcycle Run and Harwich Family Festival More than 5000 bikers are expected to take part in the 60 mile ride from Ford Dunton Technical Centre in Laindon (SS15 6EE) to Harwich to the Family Festival. Pre-registration now open; £7 per biker and £13 for a rider and pillion, includes entry into a prize draw to win £2000 worth of bike kit sponsored by Devitt Insurance.

Runner-up gets an iconic Lewis Leathers Triumph jacket worth £700. www.essexairambulance.uk.com

Saturday, September 20 – Sunday, September 21 KICKBACK: The Custom Motorcycle Show More than 200 custom built machines at Donington Park (DE74 2RP).

Stunt show by Two Brother team and Mark van Driel. £10 for adults; children under 16 £5; under 5s free. 10am-5pm. www.thecustomshow.com

Wednesday, September 17 – Friday, September 19 Dambusters2014: Bike to the Bridge Charity ride starts at RAF Coningsby (LN4 4SY), finishes Arnhem in time for commemoration ceremonies at John Frost Bridge on September 19.

Riders need to raise at least £250 for the two charities to qualify to join.

Email Simon Dufton at Dambusters2012@gmail.com www.dambusters2014.org.uk

Sunday, September 21 Ride-In Fleet Air Arm Museum £10 per bike and rider. Pillion £10 – gift aid available to get 12 months free entry to museum. See a wide range of aviation history including Concorde 002. www.wheelersevents.co.uk Saturday, September 27 Motorcycle specific first aid course – Kendal, Cumbria £65 includes training, booklet and certificate valid 3 years. 10% discount for MAG, BMF, IAM and ROSPA/ RoADAR group members. 07824 449011 www.rainbowtda.co.uk

The 21st Carole Nash Eurojumble Friday, September 5 – Sunday, September 7

One of the biggest autojumbles in the south, and getting bigger every year. 100s of stands, and 1000s of bargains, Netley Marsh (SO40 7GY) is the place to be for that elusive part, new

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project or piece of memorabilia to complete your collection.

Gates open 9am until late on Friday and 9am until afternoon on Saturday. www.classicbikeshows.com

Do you have an event you want to shout about?

Simply visit MoreBikes.co.uk/events to have it listed on the website and for the chance to have it listed in the events section in the paper.

Last-minute changes are out of our control, so we advise you to check details with the organisers before making your trip.

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TESTED

PUTTING IN THE MILES WITH THE KIT THAT MATTERS

ARC-ON COMPETIZIONE GLOVES

£140 | www.arc-on.co.uk | 07056 291656 | Tested by John Milbank USED by BSB and club racers, these kangaroo hide gloves are built for safety.

There’s plenty of padding across the back of the hand, and the ring finger and little finger are bridged with an elasticated section of leather, which allows a little movement, but should help protect your pinkies in the event of a crash.

The cuffs are well padded, with large non-grip panels to help your hands slide.

This is aided by the highly abrasion resistant, low friction stingray skin on the palm – when Tarmac grabs your hand in an off, it can damage your scaphoid, so allowing the gloves to slide is important.

Kangaroo hide is often used in high-end gloves as it’s tougher than cowhide for the same thickness, thanks to the fact that kangaroos only sweat through their tails – that means no pores in the skin, so thinner leather can be used allowing for better feel.

The fingers are pre-curved – a feature favoured by racers to reduce fatigue when gripping the bars. It feels odd if you’re used to ‘normal’ gloves, but your hands are well positioned when riding. Other neat design touches include the

Kevlar matting on the palm and fingertips for extra grip, and the flaps of leather that protect the wrist strap.

The Arc-ons took very little breaking in, besides one finger on my left hand that had a bit of pressure across the lower joint for the first few hundred miles. The titanium knuckle tops doubtlessly add to the protection, but if I’m nitpicking, it’s the one point that spoils the quality styling of the gloves, looking a little tacked on to the top of the carbon fibre.

Overall, fit is very good, with the fingers just the right length for my fairly average sized (large) hands. The cuff sits well over my leathers and while they’re easy to put on and take off, there’s no chance of the Competiziones being dragged free if things go wrong. These are quality gloves at a good price for the spec.

HOOD K7 JEANS £149.99 (£119.99 without D3O armour) | www.hoodjeans.co.uk | 01953 861166 | Tested by Laura Pickett

MY PREVIOUS pair of Hood K7 denim jeans lasted the best part of 10 years before they were destroyed when the heat shield on an aftermarket exhaust set them on fire (see inset pic). My leg was saved from nothing more than light marking by the Para-aramid lining. Without it I’m sure I would have been facing a trip to A&E. Being just 5ft ½in tall with a 25in inside leg, off-the-peg jeans are of no use to me as no one makes them that short. But Hood alters leg length as part of the price and also adjusts other items like the placement of knee pockets for armour accordingly. The more detailed the measurements you supply, the more accurate they can make the jeans.

All Hood jeans come fully lined with K-tech Paraaramid – a military-grade fibre similar to Kevlar that’s five times stronger than steel. The company’s denim garments have a thicker knitted aramid liner, with a lighter weight (though still high performance) jersey knit of two thicknesses in the poly/cotton clothing.

I needed some new jeans urgently, and as Hood can make poly/cotton garments very quickly in their Norfolk factory (denim takes slightly longer as it has to be sent away for stonewashing after sewing), I went for K7s with the knitted aramid, but a poly/cotton outer. This fabric is quite stiff initially but soon softens up, and it should be kept in mind that it doesn’t ‘give’ in the same way as denim, so getting the measurements spot on is essential. The polycotton is cooler to wear than denim and dries faster if you’re caught out in a summer shower. The downside is it’s colder during winter, but I slip a pair of leggings underneath to compensate.

Those unlucky enough to crash in Hood jeans have sworn by the performance, which is helped by the ‘continuous yarn’ design of the ballistic grade protection. I wouldn’t trust protecting my legs to anything other than Hood, and for anyone with shorter legs, the length adjustment as part of the price is a must.

Laura’s husband Bob also tried a pair of Aldi motorcycle jeans… go to MoreBikes.co.uk and search for ‘Aldi’ to check it out.

FURYGAN HERO LADIES’ JACKET HJC IS17 HELMET

£189.99 | www.nevis.uk.com | 01425 478936 | Tested by Carli Ann Smith

£139.99 | www.oxprod.com | 01993 862300 | Tested by John Milbank

AS SOON as I laid eyes on the Hero jacket, I loved it. With its figure hugging fit and multi-layer system – it claims to have it all.

Sliding the jacket on, it initially felt a lot tighter than my other textile jackets because of its slimline fit, however I got used to this the more I wore it and it has become like a second skin now that it is bedded in. It has adjusters at the waist and arms, zip adjusters at the hips and a large stretch insert on the side so it’s easily made to fit perfectly.

The removable thermal padded lining is great; making it a jacket that will look after you all year round. Unlike many jackets where the liner is removable but you struggle to get it back in, the lining simply slides back in, press studs back into the sleeves and zips into the body.

There are two vents under the armpits to help with heat dissipation – they provide a great draught as you’re riding along too. You’ll find two pockets on the outside and three on the inside which offer space for essentials such as mobile phones and money.

The CE approved D30 armour on the shoulders and elbows ensures I will stay well protected, but it isn’t big and bulky, further adding to the comfort of the jacket.

I’M BLOWN away by this helmet.

A polycarbonate shell, ACU approved lid, it scores the maximum five stars in the Government’s Sharp helmet approval scheme.

Weighing 1502g (a little over the claimed 1450g), it has a removable, moisture-wicking odour-free and anti-bacterial lining which really works; my HJC IS17 still smells fresh after hot summer rides.

A supplied Pinlock 100% Max Vision insert sits inside a recess in the quick-release visor, making this a truly no-fog lid in any weather, without any distortion around the edges. The visor is quick and easy to remove for cleaning, and equally simple to replace, staying secure once fitted, and sealing well against the shell.

A particularly neat feature is the visor’s ratchet system – five settings make it easy to position, but the bottom ones leaves just a small crack around the base of the seal for great ventilation, while still fully protecting your face. Push it fully down with the centre button and it locks firmly in place, unlocking automatically as soon as you open it.

A piece of design genius that also features on the higher-end HJC RPHA10.

The IS17 includes a drop-down dark visor, operated by a sprung slider on the upper rear, and is quickly released with a

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I’ve worn it in all conditions and it’s kept me dry. It has a nifty zippable flap which is staggered from the main fastener – it fastens underneath the main zip to create a barrier from the wind and rain – and so far, it’s done what it promised.

It’s available in sizes S-2XL – if ordering online then double-check the sizing charts and go for a size larger than you usually get as the sizing is definitely on the small side. There’s a men’s version available too.

button on the top. There are three positions to the shade, with the final stage requiring the button to be pressed as the slider is pushed.

Position two gave great coverage, though I did find my nose just touched it when I dropped into a racing tuck.

The strap is a double-D fastener, which I prefer on my helmets to get a perfect fit every time, and the HJC is good and snug, while still comfortable with glasses. There’s little room for intercom speakers, so do check your system if you intend to use one. Noise levels are fine, though as with all lids I’ve worn, you still need to wear earplugs.

My only criticism is that the HJC sticker on the front is easily chipped, which slightly spoils an otherwise brilliant package. Lorenzo replicas cost £180, while graphics are £150, but even the plain white one has a wonderful pearlescent finish. Thoroughly recommended.

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★ MCM STAR LETTER OF THE MONTH ★

Please help me choose a bike

Could you recommend some used bikes for me, a young 62-year-old! They need to be comfortable, upright, around 500-700cc tourers. I’m not after a fast racer… thank you!

Dan Tibbles

What’s a ‘true’ Ariel?

I received the August 2014 issue of MCM recently and read the article on the new ‘Ariel’ motorcycle. Sorry to say, unless the bike is manufactured in its entirety in the UK, including its power unit, I’d never call it a true Ariel myself.

Triumph made it and so did Norton. Sure, not everyone has the funds to do the same but doing something in a smaller scale could be possible.

I’m not from the UK but since the late 1940s after the Second World War my father started the importation of Vincent, Triumph, Ariel, Sunbeam, BMW (for a few years only), BSA and Royal Enfield as well as Montesa from Spain.

I’m 78 and ride a current Triumph Thruxton and my brother – at 71 – a Triumph Rocket III. The family motorcycle business in the Philippines continued until production of those brands ceased. We now reside in Sydney, Australia.

So, a proper Ariel or BSA must be 100% UK made.

Tony Campos

Getting the facts straight

I’ve noticed an error in the ‘Emerging Classic’ article (August 14 issue) concerning the RF900R – an economy 900cc bike pushing out 100lb-ft 20 years ago (not much shy of a Gold Wing of the time). That should ring alarm bells!

Phil Tiernan You’re right Phil, and we hang our heads in shame. The excellent RF900 does of course make 74lb-ft, which is 100Nm. Sorry for the mix-up of units!

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A breakdown of communication over tyre rescue cover Over my 90 mile daily commute, it’s inevitable that I’m going to break down. In the past it’s been from electrical and mechanical issues (pushrod snapped once!), but nine times out of 10 it’s a puncture. For this reason, I’ve always made sure that I have sufficient breakdown cover.

Choosing a policy can be tricky as most organisations don’t seem to understand the issues surrounding bike breakdowns. Having always heard good things about the RAC, I decided it was worth spending a bit extra to get some decent cover. I took personal membership as I drive/ride a variety of vehicles and wanted to be covered for all of them. I also upgraded the policy with Tyre Rescue, which is basically an insurance policy for your tyres in which they are replaced and fitted at no charge in the event of a puncture or malicious damage. For 70 quid a year, what could go wrong?

Around a month later I picked up a double puncture on my rear tyre. I went through the usual process of logging a call and having a patrol sent out, but when he arrived he had no idea what to do with my bike. After a botched repair attempt I was in the hands of the RAC call centre. It took three hours of calls until I was informed that my bike would need to go to ATS for a replacement tyre. They then left me to organise this myself. On calling ATS they said they would get back to me, but when I called back an hour later they admitted they couldn’t fit motorcycle tyres.

The eventual outcome was that I would have to organise for a tyre to be fitted, balanced and installed myself and the RAC would pay for this as per my tyre rescue cover. I have still yet to receive the £150 refund for the cost of my tyre fitting.

I live in hope that one day a breakdown provider with motorcyclists in mind will be born.

Ryan Margetts We spoke to the RAC on behalf of Ryan, and here’s the reply... “We would like to apologise to Mr Margetts for the way his breakdown and subsequent complaint were handled. Unfortunately, the problem stems from our agent wrongly selling our new Tyre Rescue product, which is a car-only, vehiclespecific policy.

“Recognising the importance of obtaining replacement tyres for motorcyclists, the RAC is currently investigating developing a bespoke policy to suit their needs. The RAC is very proud of the positive feedback we usually receive from motorcycle members who use our service. With a view to fixing even more problems at the roadside, we are also working in close co-operation with a number of key motorcycle manufacturers to understand make and model-specific issues.

“As a result of our mistakes in Mr Margetts’ case we have refunded the cost of the Tyre Rescue policy and the replacement tyre, along with a £50 gesture of goodwill in recognition of the inconvenience he experienced.”

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14 KNOW-HOW

Tooled up

Ever been halfway through a job to find you’re missing a tool? Find out the essentials every home mechanic should own from the pro mechanics...

Photography: Bonnie Lane WITH two podiums already, 2014 is shaping up to be Chris ‘Stalker’ Walker’s best MCE British Superbike Championship season in a long time.

But the rider is only part of a winning formula: Lloyds British GBmoto Kawasaki mechanics, Chris Hunt and Darren Jones, make sure the team bikes run at their best under the toughest conditions.

We asked them what they think the most important tools are to maintain a motorcycle…

“Certainly anyone who is taking it seriously will need tools such as torque wrenches, socket sets, spanners, screwdrivers, pliers etc.

These are essential to our weekend

racing, and anyone who’s working on their bike at home will definitely need these. We’ve worked on Superbikes and race machines for a number of years and have used various different brands, but one thing that’s always been the same is the quality. Good quality tools are crucial – the cheaper ones might seem the best option at first, but you’ll end up having to replace them sooner or later and quite often they don’t even do the job properly in the first place.

“One of the most important tools we use, which any budding trackday user would need, is a steel speed brace.

Again, make sure you go for a good quality one – they often come with a

Darren and Chris hard at work on Stalker’s bike.

As important as a speed brace is, it’s the drawer of snacks that’s most vital!

bit more grip, which is perfect for when you’re in a rush and have oily or greasy hands. A tyre pressure gauge is another essential, as is a full set of T-bars. We also use side cutters and flush cutters regularly throughout the weekend.

“We also carry a lot of items people might not necessarily think of straight away – we constantly use zip ties and it’s surprising how often you’ll need duct tape. A sectioned tray to put all of your nuts and bolts in so you don’t lose them is key too. We also use a small mechanic’s stool so we can be slightly more comfortable when working lower down on the bike (we’ve got a pretty trick looking ‘Stalker’ logo one).

“A big hammer will always come in useful at times, as will a torch to see inside the bike. You’ll definitely

appreciate a good set of mechanic’s gloves too: They provide you with a strong grip as well as keeping things warm when it’s a bit chilly. Oh, and of course you couldn’t do anything on the bike properly without a full set of paddock stands.

“Getting a little more techy, a clutch holding tool is a vital bit of kit for us, and if you’re really dedicated then it’s definitely worthwhile buying an impact gun and air compressor along with proper suspension tools such as a spring compressor, oil level adjusters etc.

“Finally, one thing we couldn’t do without in the GBmoto garage is our sweetie drawer! We’ve become quite famous for it now and when you’re working late into the night, or rushing to rebuild the bike in a few hours, like we did at Oulton Park, then the sugar rush is just what you need…”

A comfy mechanic is always a happy mechanic.

Torque wrenches are vital for any jobs on the bike, and worth every penny.

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16 FIRST RIDE

Aprilia Caponord Travel Pack £12,934 | 125bhp @ 8250rpm | 85lb-ft @ 6800rpm liquid-cooled 90° V-twin Tested by Simon Hargreaves Photography by Aprilia

LAUNCHED last year, Aprilia’s hightech Caponord is one of adventure biking’s best-kept secrets, and deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as BMW’s GS and Ducati’s Multistrada. So to remind us what we’re missing, Aprilia invited Motor Cycle Monthly to the south of France to ride the bike again.

Tell me about the engine

The Caponord uses a retuned version of the Aprilia-designed and built, 1190cc, eight-valve, 90° liquid-cooled V-twin that powered its supermotostyled Dorsoduro 1200 a few years ago. Called the V90 engine (as opposed to the Rotax-built V60 that powered the earlier Mille and Tuono V-twins), the somewhat Ducati-esque longitudinal V makes a claimed 125bhp and 85lb-ft in the Caponord, and features fly-by-wire, three engine modes and three levels of traction control.

On paper it’s a rather generic V-twin, featuring all the technology we’d expect: wide bore and short stroke means the engine can safely rev (although with the limiter at 9000rpm it’s not exactly over-stressed), the valve train is driven by a familiar combination of gear and chain, and items like twin-spark plugs, fuel injection, ram-air pressurised airbox, and off-set cylinders are all standard issue – it’s not new stuff.

And in moving away from the distinctive 60° cylinder layout, Aprilia has risked losing a unique, identifying feature; no one else makes a comparable 60° V (Harley’s V-Rod and the Britten racer excepted). A 60° V angle is compact, which allows its weight to be placed close to the front wheel and gives the old Mille’s familiar, inline four-style steering.

And the 60° V has a specific vibration

feel from its twin-balancer shafts.

But the new engine benefits from plenty of modern electronic technology. The fly-by-wire throttle eliminates wire cables and allows cruise control to be fitted as standard.

Three engine modes – Sport, Touring and Rain – allow either full power with sharpest throttle response, full power with a more gentle throttle response, or a cut-back 90bhp Rain Mode. The Aprilia also has four levels of traction control (including off ), determined by wheel acceleration sensor differential, combined with engine revs and throttle position.

What’s the chassis like?

The Caponord Travel Pack was, technically, the first ever production bike with semi-active suspension, beating BMW’s HP4 by a matter of days. Like the HP4 (and now R1200GS and S1000R), and Ducati’s Multistrada, the Aprilia uses suspension built by German automotive supplier Sachs. The forks and shock come equipped with servo-motors that continuously vary damping characteristics in a matter of milliseconds.

How that hardware is deployed in use – what sensors are used, what conditions are actually measured, and the algorithms used to calculate the correct suspension settings – is up to each manufacturer. BMW uses its own software systems; Ducati uses an industry standard algorithm called Skyhook; and Aprilia uses a combination of both. The company says the type of sensors it uses are more accurate than those used by Ducati, and allow for a more accurate setting for the bike.

The primary reason for equipping a bike with semi-active suspension is to effectively let the machine determine

FIRST RIDE 17 the best suspension settings for any riding scenario, then give it a set of electronic screwdrivers to adjust the damping continuously on the move.

In this way, a soft, plush ride for a motorway can be delivered alongside a firmer, sporty ride for the back roads without the rider having to think about it. Or get on their knees and muck about with a tool-kit.

And the Aprilia goes one step further than its rivals; not only does it remotely, intelligently adjust damping rates, it also adjusts the rear shock preload. Yes, this bike knows how fat you are and how many pairs of underpants are in the panniers, and adjusts the shock to suit.

The rest of the chassis is, like the engine, based on the Dorsoduro 1200.

A tube steel top frame is bolted to cast aluminium side plates, with an aluminium alloy swingarm. Brakes are Brembo four-pot radials with switchable ABS.

Should I buy one?

On paper, you’d be hard pressed to make a case for the Caponord – which is probably one reason why people haven’t been flocking to buy them.

It’s not the price; at £12,934 the Aprilia compares with its similarly specified rivals who are all, give or take, around the £13,000 mark.

And there might be qualms about Aprilia’s notoriously unreliable spares backup; Aprilia assures us these issues are a thing of the distant past, and certainly banished since Aprilia’s takeover by the vast Piaggio Group giving access to its resources.

But the real reason the Caponord’s poor sales performance has prompted Aprilia to take the unusual step of relaunching an unchanged bike a year after its initial launch, is because it’s got a brand identity crisis. No matter

how good it is to ride or how sophisticated its electronics, no one has a clear vision of what riding an Aprilia says about them. The rivals are easy: KTM is a bit crazy and hardcore; Triumph is British; BMWs are like its cars; Ducati is Italian and passionate.

And they’re all cool. And even Honda has got reliability on its side. And Aprilia has... exactly.

And yet you’d be daft to scan all the above and ignore the Aprilia.

Because it’s brilliant.

So what’s it like to ride?

Here’s the thing: the Caponord is hugely fun, very distinctive, immensely capable, very, very clever (maybe a bit too clever) and just about the most comfortable bike this tester has ever ridden.

The V-twin engine is nothing if not smooth. There’s no lumpity-bumping, no teeth-chattering transmission shudder at low revs, no sense of the motor straining to make a bid for freedom from the frame. Instead it picks up and drives fluently from nothing to the slightly abrupt rev limiter in a long, catapult of civilized drive. In terms of vibration and ease of use, for a V-twin the Caponord has excellent table manners.

And there’s poke on tap too. The claimed 125bhp probably ends up being around 115bhp by the time the excellent gearbox and chain drive have taken their share. And while that’s plenty for an adventure bike – after all, if you need much more than that you’ll also be wanting sportbike suspension and clip-ons – it’s nowhere near the outputs of BMW’s GS, Triumph’s Explorer, KTM’s 1190 Adventure and Ducati’s Multistrada.

In fact the Caponord’s output is closer to Yamaha’s Super Ténéré, a bike often criticized for being underpowered.

But the Caponord’s motor is far more peppy than the numbers suggest. In S – for Sports – mode, the bike has its sharpest throttle response and delivers all the slam-dunk overtaking you need to carve up traffic with ease. The fly-by-wire throttle is light, a little jerky if you’re clumsy, but never snatchy. And the subdued thump from the Arrow end-can fitted to our bike (an £800 accessory) turns into a droning howl at full chat. In T-mode, for Touring, the edge is taken off the throttle response but the delivery feels unchanged; in Rain mode, the output is properly modified to around 90bhp.

Overall, the Caponord’s engine performance isn’t electrifying or overpowering, or even eye-openingly impressive; it’s simply enough for almost every conceivable circumstance, and nicely balanced with the Aprilia’s chassis performance.

And what a performance. The ride quality delivered by Aprilia’s version of semi-active suspension is sublime.

Bumps and lumps have the edges smoothed out; the constant, chattering, background noise of thousands of tiny corrugations and imperfections in the road are eased into oblivion. And this isn’t at the expense of feel; there’s enough

The overlooked Aprilia Caponord is available in white, grey or red feedback from the front end to pummel the front tyre into the Tarmac on the brakes and still make the corner. There’s never the sense a computer is running the springing show, never the feeling there’s not enough feeling. The Caponord can be slung about with gusto at a level of riding that perfectly matches the engine’s output. Basically, if you’re of a mind, you can get a proper trampon with the bike.

And in total comfort. After a 12-hour ride in sweltering alpine heat, it’s absolutely no word of a lie to say I had no discomfort whatsoever. None. Not a twinge from my bum, not a legstretch, not a lift of the arms from the bars. Okay, maybe a hint of fingerache from the substantial clutch use (those mountain hairpins!). But nothing else. I know comfort is subjective, and the ride didn’t include

a great deal of motorway riding (the manually adjustable screen is reasonably effective up or down), but I’ve never, ever ridden a bike for so long without some sort of ache.

So on the rutted, chewed-up alpine switchbacks of Aprilia’s demanding, 10-hour, 220 mile ride, I can’t think of a quicker, safer, and certainly comfier, bike. If you’re in the market for a new adventure bike, you’d be mad not to get a test ride on a Caponord.

Whoever you are.

TECH SPEC Price: From £12,934 Engine: Liquid-cooled 90° V-twin Power: 125bhp (92kW) @ 8250rpm Torque: 85lb-ft (115Nm) @ 6800rpm Weight: 228kg Seat height: 840mm Tank size: 17.5 litres uk.aprilia.com

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2015 Moto Guzzi California £14,734 (Custom), £15,134 (Touring) | 96bhp @ 6500rpm 88.5lb-ft @ 2750rpm | 1380cc 90° V-twin Tested by: Tony Carter Photography: Kevin Wing THIS is a joy of a motorcycle. One of the best engines and chassis around make it as rewarding to ride as it is pretty to look at (and that’s a lot).

The bike’s basically unchanged from the previous model, and two new red and blue colour schemes are for the States only, but that’s fine by me when the package is this good…

Tell me about the engine

The 1380cc, 90º V-twin apes the original Cali. It’s the largest engine in Moto Guzzi history, belching out more than 88.5lb-ft of torque at a measly 2750rpm. The 104mm pistons are mated to four valves per cylinder, a single overhead camshaft with rocker arms and roller tappets.

There’s a 52mm single throttle rideby-wire system, with bi-jet injectors to ensure the right mix of fuels gets to the engine as and when needed.

Final drive is via a shaft with double flexible coupling after a new single clutch with

The Custom version is cheaper, but lacks the frills of the Touring Guzzi

reduced load. The six-speed ’box runs top gear as an overdrive for comfortable cruising.

What’s the chassis like?

The double cradle steel frame has a purposefully low centre of gravity, with a 1685mm wheelbase, 32° of rake and 155mm of trail. Seat height is 740mm, though 720mm is available as an option.

The 46mm forks have no adjustment, but the rear shock is adjustable for preload. The bikes get dual-channel ABS on the Brembo brakes (radial calipers up front on 320mm discs), which work well enough but don’t have the initial bite you might expect, the ABS is switchable and works very well.

Should I buy one

The Touring bike I rode has the neat touches that were seen in the production drawings for the 2014/15 Cali: a funky pillion grabrail; 1950s motorway cop fairing and lights as well as the sweptback panniers.

It’s a machine to be seen on, but that doesn’t mean it’s simply form over function.

The Cali offers long, confident lean in corners. According to Guzzi it’s five degrees more than a Harley-Davidson, and the bike comes with its own sliders mounted under the footboards.

You’ll work your way through them

pretty quickly though, as it’s just so much fun getting the big girl over a long way.

The Cali also gets traction control with three settings: Touring, Fast and Rain. Accessed via the left handlebar switchgear, the difference between the three is immediately obvious, and although Touring is fine for 99% of what you’d do on this type of machine, it’s well worth sticking it in Fast (or Veloce as it says on the screen) every now and then just to impress yourself with a healthy dose of Italian ooomph.

So what’s it like to ride?

The Cali is wonderfully engaging to ride, with none of the bothersome vibration you might expect. That’s not to say that this is a homogenised, sanitised, smoothed-out new Guzzi –

oh no. What we have here is a great use of something called an ‘elastokinematic engine mount’. Basically the motor is joined to the frame by flexible mounts that can be tuned by the factory.

What that means in real life is that when you’re on the move the bike is smooth and almost vibe-free, but stop at a junction and there’s the familiar Guzzi throb with the bike lazily rocking from side-to-side underneath you. The system works brilliantly. This then is real dial-in character that gives you the best bits without the numb hands (or numb bum) you used to get with the bikes from Mandello.

The Cali is a cracking place to be to cover miles as it’s perfectly easy to stick the bike in one gear and roll on and off the power as you need to. It’s also wonderfully manoeuvrable at

slow speeds and city-speed too. Even though the fully dressed and loaded up California tips the scales at a mighty 337kg.

So the seat is good, the riding position excellent, the chassis and motor superb and the tech as rewarding and useful to use as you’ll find on anything Japanese or British.

It’s easy to plod along or really motor if the mood takes you, and it’s more refined than most machines in its class. When was the last time anyone said that about a Guzzi?

TECH SPEC Price: £14,734 (Custom), £15,134 (Touring) 1380cc 90° V-twin engine Power: 96bhp (71kW) @ 6500rpm Torque: 88.5lb-ft (120Nm) @ 2750rpm Kerb weight: 300kg (Custom) / 322kg (Touring) www.motoguzzi.com

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Honley Venturer 250 £3699 | 25bhp @ 9000rpm | 17lb-ft @ 7000rpm | 249.6cc liquid-cooled single cylinder engine Tested by: John Milbank Photography: Gary D Chapman

THE Honley Venturer RX3 is a great looking A2 compliant bike that works as well (if not better) off-road, as it does on. It’s got the styling of its Bavarian influences, with the price of a used machine.

What’s the chassis like?

A steel frame sees the Venturer coming in a few kilogrammes lighter than a new £6195 BMW G650.

Unadjustable upside-down forks and a preload and rebound adjustable shock carry spoked wheels with a single disc front and rear, bitten by two-piston calipers with braided brake lines.

The 795mm seat height is comfortable, while the mirrors are absolutely fantastic, giving a vibration-free view of the road behind. The clocks are clear, with an analogue rev counter and digital display showing speed, time, odometer, trip and temperature.

There’s also a fuel gauge and a gear indicator.

Tell me about the engine

The 250 lump is surprisingly tractable, pulling well in all gears. The six-speed box is smooth and positive, if a little tricky to get into neutral when the engine’s running and the bike’s at a standstill. Slip it out of gear just before coming to a stop though, and it’s no problem at all.

For a while, I found the engine had a tendency to stall – the impression was of the bike overfuelling, as it did it during a gear change in a slow corner; just before pulling away at some lights; and as we were taking some photos.

A colleague had the same issue, but having chatted with Carli, who also rode it and had no problems whatsoever, I came to the conclusion that it was down to my habit of ‘blipping’ the throttle just before letting the clutch out. This seemed to catch the fuel injection out, and adjusting my riding style eliminated it. For new riders without ingrained bad habits, this shouldn’t cause any concern.

In top gear, the bike is more than happy to cruise along at 75mph, only turning at 7000rpm, with no vibration or discomfort. You have to rev it hard to feel any buzzing at all, and even at the redline of 9000rpm (the limiter is at 10,000), the bike feels fine doing 94mph. During the ride, where I was riding fairly fast for a lot of the time, I still saw 74mpg from the 16 litre tank, which could mean more than 250 miles between fill-ups!

Should I buy one?

Locakable luggage is really useful

Based on looks alone, this is a great machine, and at the price it’s a good option for riders over 19 who want to get into adventure bikes. Add the fact that it’s a capable off-road motorcycle for trail riding, and it’s a very

FIRST RIDE 21 Second opinion: Carli Ann Smith

attractive proposition. The lockable luggage is a valuable addition, and the cargo nets in the panniers make them even easier to use. It’s a shame you won’t be able to fit a helmet in any of the boxes, though something that big could spoil the styling of this bike.

It’s a well put together machine, but if you look closely you will find some of the small details aren’t quite as neat and tidy as the motorcycle’s more expensive European and Japanese alternatives; the fit around the crash bars wasn’t as tidy as it could be, and a couple of the bolts were odd lengths.

You do have to be on your knees and up close to the bike to notice, so if you’re not a detail freak, you won’t be too worried at the price.

The LED indicators look great, but a mate following me on a BMW R1200GS commented that he could only see the top of the indicator over the left pannier – a lower car driver will struggle to see it even more.

So what’s it like to ride?

It’s smooth, it’s easy to flick about, and you get a very commanding view of the road.

It’s not overly tall, so it’s a piece of cake for most riders to jump on and enjoy.

The engine allows for fairly quick, and hence safe overtakes, which is great for new riders.

The brakes are powerful enough, but I did wish for a span-adjustable front lever; when braking hard with two fingers, I would trap my other digits between the lever and the grip, making for a bit of a panic as I forced myself to let go, then grab again with three or four fingers. Train yourself to ride with three fingers over the lever and it’s not a problem.

On twisty B-roads, fourth and fifth gear are perfect, meaning you’re not having to constantly work the gearbox, and while the

handling can be a little harsh over fast potholes, it’s hard to complain for the money.

Venture off on to some green lanes, and the bike performs superbly. The sculpted tank is perfectly set to allow you to rest your thighs against it, putting your shoulders in the right place: above the bars. It’s very confidence inspiring, and makes for a great all-year-round bike, but it also opens up another world of fun on track and trails.

As a 41-year-old with a full licence, I’d probably be in the market for a bigger engine, but I’d have to look at something well used at this money.

Leaving the petrol station after filling up with fuel, a lad in his early twenties shouted over to me: “Nice bike mate!”

It’s riders like him that the Honley Venturer RX3 is ideal for, and it’s difficult, given the excellent price, not to see the attraction.

Engine is surprisingly punchy.

Often I struggle to get onto adventure styled bikes – at 5ft 6in the high seat heights tend to put me off – however I can get on and off the Honley with no problems.

The riding position gives a commanding position, with plenty of vision of the road ahead. Little weight on your wrists means you can rack up the miles in comfort and make the most of the power from the single cylinder engine.

The engine pulls well and you’re able to keep up with (and overtake) other traffic on the road with ease and confidence using the six-speed gearbox. The suspension has been designed for off-road use in mind so can sometimes feel a little hard on some roads – however the rear is adjustable and it gave the bike character.

It offers a lot for the price tag of £3699 and is a good introduction to adventure bikes as it has the styling cues of its bigger cousins such as the BMW GS.

TECH SPEC

Clocks have a good level of info.

Price: £3699 Engine: 249.6cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder Power: 25bhp (18.5kW) @ 9000rpm Torque: 17lb-ft (22.5Nm) @ 7000rpm Curb weight: 187kg Seat height: 795mm Tank size: 16 litres www.honley.bike

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Yamaha Tricity £3399 | 10.9bhp | 7.7lb-ft 124.8cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke Tested by: Carli Ann Smith Photography: Yamaha THE brand new Yamaha Tricity is an A1 motorcycle licence compliant three wheeled scooter, and the first in the ‘new mobility’ segment for the Japanese manufacturer.

With the aim to encourage more people onto two – or in this case three – wheels, the Tricity offers extra stability, plentiful underseat storage and a new alternative for riders.

Tell me about the engine

While it might not be a new engine for Yamaha, it’s new for the European market. The liquid-cooled, single cylinder lump is meaty for a 125cc, and will happily see you up to 70mph. Power delivery is smooth and there isn’t any jerkiness or lag from the throttle, which gives real confidence while riding and performing tight manoeuvres.

Acceleration is prompt and the scooter features YMJET-FI – Yamaha’s Mixture Jet-Fuel Injection – a system which tailors the needs of the engine, apparently saving fuel and keeping emissions low.

The four-stroke motor drives a V-belt instead of a chain: working on the same principal as a chain drive, it has a number of advantages including less maintenance and a smoother ride. The belt needs changing every 12,000 miles, so that’s plenty of carefree scooting time – perfect for new riders who may not want to be lubing and adjusting chains at a weekend.

What’s the chassis like?

Yamaha has developed a brand new lightweight chassis to compensate for the extra weight of the third wheel on the front.

The parallelogram link – two pieces of aluminium – pivots to allow the wheels to move and lean. It’s “quite a primitive mechanism,” says Yamaha, but it’s been refined to ensure it moves as the rider expects. These links work in conjunction with the cantilevered telescopic suspension, effectively using four fork legs.

Each of the four tubes has 90mm of travel, so kerbstones can be tackled easily and ridden over while the scooter remains level. The two front tubes act as guides, while the 33mm pair to the rear of each wheel provide the shock absorption. The result?

Great suspension which takes care of cobblestones as well as larger holes.

Riding over a manhole cover in the middle of the road is no problem – each wheel can move up and down independently and compensate for the difference in height, making for a very smooth ride.

A ‘unified braking system’ is fitted on the Tricity, with disc brakes on both front wheels and on the rear.

Press the front brake and just the front brakes engage. For a more instant response, by pressing the back brake (left lever), both the rear and the front brakes are engaged. By squeezing both levers, the pressure is increased and stopping power is even stronger.

Having ridden other machines with linked brakes, you can sometimes feel the system working, and the brake levers can feel slightly wooden. On the Tricity however, there was good feedback and braking still felt natural and confidence inspiring.

Unlike on the Peugeot Metropolis and the Piaggio MP3, the wheels don’t lock when stationary and the Tricity can fall over, so it features a side and centrestand. Yamaha has kept the scooter light with a kerb weight of 152kg, so combined with the freefloating wheels, it’s easy to manhandle and move around.

Project leader on the machine is Kazuhisa Takano – he previously worked on Dakar machines, the YZF500 and Rossi’s YZR-M1. His race bike experience has heavily influenced the weight distribution of the Tricity: 50:50, the same as a MotoGP bike. The 6.6 litre fuel tank has been moved under the seat so that whether it’s full or empty, stability is consistent and the distribution ratio is maintained.

Dash includes a service interval alert.

There’s enough space for a full-face helmet under the seat.

TECH SPEC

The narrow profile of the Yamah Tricity (pronounced Tree-City) makes city filtering easier.

Price: £3399 Engine: Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, four-stroke Power: 10.9bhp (8.1kW) @ 9000rpm Torque: 7.7lb-ft (10.4Nm) @ 5500rpm Kerb weight: 152kg Seat height: 780mm Tank size: 6.6 litres www.yamaha-motor.co.uk

Should I buy one?

Whether you’re a new rider or an experienced biker looking for a commuting machine, the Tricity could be a very good choice for you.

Our test route took in a variety of roads, including dual carriageways and inner city riding over 50 miles, yet my Tricity delivered 70mpg. With smoother and more consciously economic riding it should be much more.

Yamaha made the suggestion that it was a family machine – something to be used for work during the week that teenagers could borrow on weekends, or a solution for a parent doing the school run. I really like this idea and think that this type of vehicle could be a way to show just some of the benefits of two wheels.

At 125cc, it’s a friendly machine, but has enough power to keep up with traffic and get you to your destination quickly. Unlike some other threewheeled scooters, it can’t be ridden on a car licence because its front wheels are too close together (which helps to keep it narrow).

The spacious pillion seat, substantial footpegs and secure grab rail mean that passengers will have a comfortable ride, while it has 20 litres of storage under the seat (fitting in a full-face helmet). It’s perfect for a rainsuit and some overnight gear, or a few groceries on the way home from work. There’s a foldaway carry hook on the front too.

The extra wheel appeals to those who may be hesitant to ride – Yamaha is quick to point out that it wasn’t made for long distances, but I feel it’s being too hard on itself. The seat is comfortable and the ride is smooth – I’d be happy to tackle my 70 mile daily commute on it.

Its first service is at 600 miles and then every 2400 miles after that. And because the suspension is telescopic, dealers are well equipped and knowledgeable when dealing with it.

There are a range of accessories available to customise the scooter, including a 39 litre top case, high windscreen, heated handgrips, GPS holder, hand protection, console bag, sports screen and aluminium footplates.

So what’s it like to ride?

Whizzing round Amsterdam town centre, the Tricity handled the different and challenging road surfaces with ease. Its narrow front wheels help it turn on a sixpence, and tight low-speed corners are a breeze. I was doing smooth U-turns within minutes of being on the machine, and navigating my way up steep kerbs with confidence.

The extra wheel compensates for a multitude of road defects – manhole covers, potholes, uneven road surfaces and steep cambers. And of course, in the rain, it felt stable and well grounded.

The dash offers speed, time, fuel gauge and outside temperature.

There’s also an odometer, two trip meters, an oil trip and belt trip to ensure you know when your next service is due.

I found the riding position comfortable and the seat was well padded and cushioned for comfort.

There’s plenty of room for my legs and I could put my feet down easily on the floor. Others riding the scooter were taller than me, but still found plenty of legroom.

Filtering’s easy as the wheels aren’t wider than the handlebars, which makes it easy to gauge how much

The Yamaha uses two pairs of forks. room you need to get through a gap or in-between cars, plus it’s no wider at the bars than some other scooters on the market.

The 14in front wheels offer big wheel stability with small wheel agility. It’s also the only 125cc threewheeler on the market: Piaggio’s MP3 was available as a 125 and 250 back in 2006 and 2007 but only the 300cc and 500cc versions are now available. You could pick those up second-hand but I don’t think that someone in the market for an MP3 or a Peugeot Metropolis would be looking at the Tricity thanks to the weight and price differences. With more than 150,000 MP3s sold in Europe, there’s certainly a market for these new-fangled threewheeled scooters, and Yamaha’s machine will hopefully see a lot more of them on the UK roads, bringing more people into the biking life.

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ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLES IN THE REAL WORLD John Milbank spent a few days with a Brammo Empulse R to find out if it’s time to ditch the pump, or if the technology isn’t ready yet.

Tested by: John Milbank Photography: Simon Hipperson THIS bike probably isn’t for you.

Chances are you enjoy a good thrash at the weekend, touring to far flung reaches of the globe, or racking up miles on a long commute. Read on though, as this is a technology that’s moving quickly, and if you happen to live in or around London, and are looking for something that’s bloody good fun to ride, it might be time to give electric power a try.

Give me the bad news first

With a claimed range of 80 combined miles (based on 128 miles in the city or 58 miles on the highway), you’re not going to be touring on this bike.

Let’s assume you want to ride from London to Edinburgh. That’s 405 miles. With fuel stops on a normal bike you’d probably be looking at around seven hours, with a very numb bum. On the Brammo, assuming you get 58 miles out of a full charge, it would take about 31 hours, thanks to the need for seven full charges, each taking three and a half hours (though you’d be very rested by the time you got there).

Time to recharge is the real issue with any electric vehicle. At the moment. While charging times on electric machines can vary, you’re still looking at hours rather than minutes.

And if the charging points are all occupied, you’re stuck. At the moment. A full charge would cost about £1.36 at home, which at 58 miles equates to around 2.5p per mile.

If you’re after economy, a used Honda CG125 giving 100mpg would cost about 6p per mile. Of course, a used CG will cost you around £14,700 less than a new Empulse R, so you’d have to travel 420,000 electric miles before you broke even.

You’re not selling it to me!

They’d be 420,000 very fun miles, because the Brammo handles beautifully, looks great, and is confidence inspiring and easy to ride.

Use it where it’s intended – commuting in and around busy city centres – and you can ignore much of the above. Yes it’s expensive, but so are many ‘proper’ motorcycles. I own a 2000 CBR600 that cost me £1200 because it’s all I can afford. That doesn’t mean I wouldn’t buy a brand new Panigale if I had the money.

Let’s say you’ve got a well-paid job in the Isle of Dogs. You live in Sevenoaks, and you’re fed up with the one-hour rail commute. That 28 mile journey could be a lot of fun on a bike, and you could charge it up while you’re at work. You wouldn’t pay any road tax, there’d be no congestion charge, and parking would be free.

Boris says he wants to: “Rapidly accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles, and make London the epicentre of electric driving in Europe.” If the capital’s roads are going to be jammed with silent cars, then a bike makes even more sense for nipping through town.

What’s it like to live with?

Goingreen.co.uk imports the Brammo, and was confident enough in the bike’s performance to loan me one for several days. I live in East Anglia, and have a 50 mile commute on fast, open roads. Just what the Brammo isn’t meant for.

An overnight charge saw the bike silently start up with an indicated range of 120 miles, so I left home confident. I decided to make sure I stuck well within the speed limits, but by the time I was halfway there I was worried – the charge capacity had

A full charge needs a good three and a half hours to complete.

dropped below 50%, and I found myself laying on the tank for aerodynamic efficiency, and not exceeding 50mph. That used CG125 was looking more attractive by the mile.

I arrived with 4% battery, every warning light flashing, and an indicated range of just one mile.

I wasn’t that excited about the trip back.

Deciding that I’d just use my breakdown cover on the way home, I rode the freshly charged Brammo at 60mph for the first 30 or so miles of the journey back. I didn’t bother overtaking many cars, but by the time I was about 15 miles from home, the battery was still doing fine, so I rode it like any other bike. I overtook when I could, I ‘made progress’ on the open stretches, and I got home with battery to spare.

The regenerative system does work, and it proves that the electric bike really is happier speeding up and slowing down than it is sitting at one speed. What’s hard on a long journey is trusting that you’ll get to your destination, but experience would build confidence.

Taking the bike out for a photoshoot the next day saw the battery struggle – 10 miles of dual carriageway at 75mph swallowed about 25% of the juice, but a quick blast down the fast twisty route didn’t have as much impact. However, 10 passes for the photographer saw 20 miles eaten up as I accelerated hard; rode fast; turned round in the road and repeated. With just 35 miles on the clock, the range had dropped to six miles and the warning lights were flashing.

Riding through the city saw the range expand as my speed dropped,

with far more stop-start riding and no hard acceleration. One hour plugged into a commercial charging point at the Marshall Toyota dealership while we took a lunch break boosted the charge by 28%, which was more than enough for the eight miles of city riding, and four miles of dualcarriageway I had left to do.

Can I have fun on it with other bikes?

Yes. If you don’t go too far. Having been out for a good blast with my mates, which saw fast sweeping roads and tight bumpy tracks, I’d be confident in going out for a 40 mile ride. The quality Marzocchi forks and Sachs shock are firm enough for the surprising 213kg weight of the bike, but rides well over even harsh bumps.

You can throw this small motorcycle about very easily, and while most petrol-powered machines will outdrag it on the straights (I found 0-6 times were around 5-6 seconds), you can fly past them on the brakes and fling it through the bends, confident in the motor’s smooth and linear power delivery. Things slow down after 85mph, and reaching 100 sees you flat on the tank as the numbers gradually increase.

In town, the steering lock isn’t that tight, though I noticed that it’s adjustable with a pair of bolts, and a few more mm of movement would be possible without the forks hitting the frame.

Unlike a used CG125, this is a bike that grabs attention. At the Iron Horse Ranch House in Market Deeping – a great restaurant that offers a warm welcome and a burger van in the car park on Thursday nights – there were a lot of Harley and custom owners, yet they were all interested in the Brammo. The first question was

The charging cable allows you to use any 13A socket at home.

If it’s got a socket, you can use it!

Commercial charge points are multiplying rapidly.

City commutes make the most sense on the Brammo.

always “How far will it go,” closely followed by “How long’s it take to charge.” Despite having enough juice to get me home, they insisted I charge it from the burger van.

The general consensus was that it’s a great looking machine (though the swingarm’s styling came in for some criticism), but they couldn’t get their heads around the lack of exhaust. Like most bikers, they’re open-minded to new ideas, and the conversation was soon steered towards Harley-Davidson’s new electric concept bike. Until their attention was lost when a noisy chopper rolled in.

Is this really the future?

The majority of bikers in the UK won’t be buying a Brammo, or any other electric bike, but they’d be smallminded to not admit the potential.

Lithium battery technology means range is limited and charge times restrictively long. At the moment.

Technology is moving at an incredible pace – check out the news pages this month for the latest developments.

Running out of petrol is a pain for all of us, but running out of petrol on a global scale is why scientists around the world are looking for solutions.

Whether it’s electricity that powers the vehicles of the future, hydrogen, or something we don’t yet know about – all that matters to me is that there are companies out there eager to ensure the technology finds its way into motorcycles.

At the moment, bikes like the Brammo R are restricted to the lucky few whose circumstances allow them to make practical use of the machine.

I know if I was that guy living in Sevenoaks, I’d be contacting Goingreen for a test ride.

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Transform your riding in a day

MCM reader Steve Lamb had lost the pleasure of biking, but a bit of instruction and training in a safe, controlled environment made him a different rider...

Photography: John Milbank

Before

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WE’VE all been there, but how many of us would admit it? That moment when your confidence drops – maybe thanks to a wobble on a roundabout, or a moment of panic as some dozy driver pulls out in front of you. Too many of these might lead you to question the joy of biking. And it’s not just a problem for new riders.

Fortunately, it is something you can fix.

Steve Lamb owns a 2003 Yamaha FZ6 Fazer. He’s been riding since 1996, but has found himself in a rut of congested commuting, struggling to see the joys that biking really holds.

It’s been a vicious circle for him, and when we met at a bike meet, he’d clearly started to fall out of love with riding. But we love a challenge.

Having heard good things about the British Superbike School (www.britishsuperbikeschool.co.uk), we arranged for Steve to get a day’s tuition at the Blyton, Lincolnshire track, worth £289, and hopefully give him back the buzz we all know is there.

The transformation in his riding was truly amazing – during the first couple

of sessions he looked awkward and, frankly, scared to be on the bike. But by the afternoon, his body language was utterly different with him clearly far more relaxed in the bends and enjoying his bike.

Track lessons aren’t just for sportsbike riders – they will benefit everyone by giving a safe and controlled environment to learn what your bike can do. It’s not about ‘exploring the limits’ – that brings to mind MotoGP levels of lean and braking – it’s about knowing that, on the road, your bike is probably a lot more capable than you realise! If you’re still not sure, here’s what Steve had to say about the day...

How one day changed my biking life

A generously filled bacon sandwich and a cup of strong coffee were doing nothing to settle the butterflies in my stomach, but I had a feeling I’d be needing plenty of sustenance today.

And besides, it was too late to back out now.

I hate to admit it, but I’d stopped enjoying riding, and after 17 years on

The circuit used by the school has a good mix of slow and fast corners.

28 KNOW HOW the bike, I still lacked confidence in corning and braking. A chat with MCM’s editor at a local bike meet convinced me that some track training would help.

After the usual signing-in formalities, all students met for the kick-off briefing. I say students purposely, as it was soon stressed that this was no trackday. “It’s pure instruction, in a safe and controlled environment,” Mike Abbott, ex club racer and RoSPA instructor told us.

Feeling a little reassured, it was time for my group’s first session (all riders are assessed by experience and needs, and grouped accordingly, with a maximum of nine riders per two instructors). I was teamed with MCM’s Carli-Ann Smith on her KTM 390 Duke, and told we were to be taught by Dan on a Kawasaki ZX10.

Dan Linfoot; currently seventh in the British Superbike Championship. The butterflies were back with a vengeance.

The first session was simply ‘follow the instructor’, to get us acclimatised to track riding, and to try and learn the circuit. Dan

showed us the best lines to take and highlighted various tip-in points, apex cones and exit points.

This flew by in a series of missed apexes, panic braking and general frustration...

A debrief from Dan, along with words of encouragement, then it was back to the classroom for our next assignment: “Accelerating...”, Hmmm that seems easy – I can do that, “...without using your brakes, and in a single gear, get to the apex, then accelerate out to get the feel of the bike”. Oh. Back on track I picked a gear – third seemed a good idea – but my mental bandwidth was soon exceeded, and panic set in on the two right-hand bends, resulting in me grabbing the brakes, standing the bike up and running on at the corner. This was going to be harder than I had possibly imagined; I was almost glad when the session ended and we returned for the debrief and next assignment. Dan was full of great advice and observations, but most obvious was that I was tense, stiff and very nervous, which was showing in my riding.

BSB star Dan Linfoot gave Steve all the advice and encouragement he needed.

Steve’s confidence grew throughout the day.

MCM reader Steve with BSB racer and instructor Dan Linfoot.

Our next session on track was all about turning in the corners – the bit I dreaded most. I was convinced that most of my panic in the last session was due to my speed being just above my comfort level, so for this session, I chose to stay in second gear rather than third. This would hopefully give me a little bit more thinking time and take away the panic of “oh my god, here comes a corner – brake... Brake...

BRAKE!” This session was a little better with my Fazer quite happy to stay in one gear and performing well throughout the rev range, but the panic braking was still there, and the dreaded right-hander at Abotts was still unsettling me, with one more excursion on the grass (thankfully again without incident). The debrief with Dan was much of the same again – tense riding, sitting upright, no body movement and me allowing my mind to stop me doing what was needed.

We stopped for an hour for lunch in the cafe before the next assignment: Braking. Another of my demons! After a run through of the physics of braking, some great tips on front wheel braking and some reassurance and guidance from Mike and Dan, it was time for another track session.

It may have been the words of wisdom from Dan, it may have been the lunch break to allow things to sink in, it may even have been the cheese roll, but in this session it all seemed to come together. This time, staying in third gear, and braking firmly on the straights before tipping in confidently with a smooth and relaxed style, my riding was transformed. I was looking further up the track, hitting apexes with regular rhythm, clipping the track edges on exit and affecting my line with throttle alone. Best of all though, it was addictive!

More laps please!

In the final session of the day, which was centred on consistent positioning and lap times, it was more of the same. Confident, relaxed riding, that was naturally much faster than it had been in the morning sessions when, in hindsight, I was clearly trying too hard. The panic braking had gone, the fear had gone, and the excitement had returned.

In conclusion then, was the day useful? Absolutely! I am sure that many of my internal riding demons were exorcised and that my riding is not only safer, but also more confident and much, much more enjoyable.

Do you have a biking hang-up, or are you really struggling with a side of your riding? We can’t promise to help everyone, but send us a photo and tell us what you’re struggling with and how you believe you could improve...

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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. White Dalton lawyers have a vast knowledge of bike law – and they have full bike licences too. They don’t act for insurance companies or the prosecution.

White Dalton is Britain’s premier 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 need advice on a biking-related legal question or query, email mail@whitedalton.co.uk The best Q&A will be published in MCM, in confidence, of course.

Specialist motoring solicitor Andrew Prendergast guides our readers through their legal trials and troubles...

I was having a cracking summer until last Q month. I was on the way back from the coast in Norfolk on my BMW and had taken the twisty

country roads for a more enjoyable journey. As I’m legally allowed to, I was riding at 60mph.

However, as I came around a corner I was suddenly confronted by a farmer in a large tractor. Because of the size of the road, the tractor was taking up most of the Tarmac. I did try and brake, but despite my best efforts I hit the agricultural monster and broke my leg. The police have told me it’s my fault, making me think I can’t claim for my own injuries. However, surely a tractor that wide shouldn’t have been on that road, should it? And if that’s correct, because he was driving on my side of the road surely it must be his fault.

You need to find out what kind of make and A model the tractor was, as vehicles over a certain width need a support vehicle warning

motorists of the wide load approaching.

However, in my experience the majority of tractors are under this width, presumably as it is easier to use them.

If the tractor was narrow enough not to need a support vehicle I am afraid the law is not particularly favourable to you. It was a country lane and while travelling up to 60mph is allowed, a court is likely to find it was not a target to aim for. Further a court is likely to find you should have travelled at a speed which allowed you to stop within the distance you could see, and therefore the accident was down to you.

I have been knocked off my motorcycle Q by a bus. The company’s insurer has admitted liability, and I have just been offered

£11,000 to settle my claim.

To be fair that amount is about right but there is a sticking point. From this £11,000

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my solicitor says the £2000 in benefits I received because I was off work have to be deducted. I was absolutely fuming when I got the letter, and I told my solicitor they can shove their offer as I don’t see why I should have the benefits deducted. Are they wrong to tell me this, or is it actually the way things are meant to be?

As a starting point, the bus driver’s insurer A has a liability to repay the state for the benefits you have received. The reason is their

driver caused the accident which resulted in you needing benefits, and the state should not have to pay for it. Therefore, if you have in your mind you have already received some of your damages in advance by getting benefits, that may help you get your head around it.

However, you should ask your solicitor to double-check what you have claimed for as part of your claim against the bus driver, and also the type of benefits you have received. For example, if you received say £1000 for DLAM (Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance) but claimed no compensation for loss of mobility during the relevant period, then it should not be deducted from your compensation.

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Name: David Benton From: Cambridgeshire Occupation: Carpenter Owned bike for: Nine months Tell us about it: After seeing my mates’ R1s a few years ago – before I had my licence – I knew I’d have one. I started out with a Yamaha Fazer 600, then a Kawasaki ZX-6R, a Z750R and finally this R1. It had to be the first model, and one I’d be able to do some work on myself.

I bought it 2½ years ago, for £1700, to take to the Nürburgring – it was low mileage, but in a really bad state, so I spent the next three months forking out a lot of cash, and many hours in the garage refurbishing it. I took it to BSD (tuning company in Peterborough), who managed to get it back up to 139.9bhp at the back wheel.

I recently bought new fairings and had the tank resprayed to get the Kenny Roberts colours. Having ridden it around the ’Ring, and toured Scotland on it, I’ve got to say that I love it!

It’s not the most comfortable machine on the motorway, but it really is a lot of fun on the twisties. It was my first litre bike, and while not as powerful as modern machines, I’ve grown a lot as a rider on it.

Sadly, despite our history and the time I’ve spent on her, I’m starting to get the itch for something new. I’d like a bit more power, so will either go for a new ‘big bang’ R1, a Fireblade or a KTM RC8.

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Tel. 01269 594309. S Wales.

BROS 650 been standing years, 95% complete, spare 400 engine, 75% complete, both for spares/ repair why? £500 for both or offers Tel. John 07923 416334.W Sussex.

BSA A10 red & black, excellent condition and runner, first to see will buy. Tel. 01772 635161.

Lancs.

BSA B33 500cc, 1958, MoT/tax, restored, easy start, matching engine, frame, reliable, just ride, quick sale price, £3995; also mint B31, 12,000 miles, restored, show winner, MoT/tax, bargain £3995. Tel. 0191 2632368.

Tyneside.

BSA B40 1965, ex mod, t&t until June 2015, good condition, £2450. Tel. 01747 821673.

Dorset.

DRK TRICYCLE rare opportunity to acquire a DRK Tricycle, factory finished to high standard in two tone cream/maroon, stainless steel exhaust and aluminium body, recently rebuilt 1100cc engine, full weather gear, cheap tax and insurance, £6350 ovno.

Tel. 01942 875166. Gtr Man. DUCATI 851 Strada, red, 1990, 12,650 km, excellent condition, new tyres, battery, only 600 miles since last service, open to sensible offers. Tel. 07585 984811. Hants.

DOWNSIZING COLLECTION:- 3 models - Benellli, six mini champs Honda CB 750 and Kawasaki Ninja Sports bike (kits), superb models and condition, £100. ovno Tel. 01364 653515; 01803 607265. Torquay.

DRZ 400 SM '58 reg, excellent condition, just had a valet, new battery & chain + tyre, full s/h & old MoT's. 12k, I've owned for 4yrs, wellmaintained, K&N and Scorpion exhaust, £3000 ovno.

Tel. 07866 590918. Middx.

GILERA RUNNER 180 FXR vgc, 12 months' MoT July 2015, tax till Oct, top box inc plus Haynes manual, £750. Tel. 079340 21634. Northumberland.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 1997, Heritage Springer, in black, superb cond, 13k, all the extras inc a superb engraved windscreen, a much sought after model (must be viewed), reduced to sell, £9995.Tel. 07712 403999.

W Mids.

HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDB Street Bob, 2011, totally immaculate, 1501 miles only, truly stunning iconic machine, genuine enquires only please, £9350. Tel. 07848 838378. Somerset.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 883 Sportster, blue, 1st reg 25/10/2008, immaculate, 2,642 dry miles, workshop manual from USA, 12 months MoT, footrest extensions, boxed, ‘Parkinsons’ prompts sale, £4400 ono. Tel. 01625 426802. Macclesfield, Cheshire.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 883 Sportster, vivid black, 2006, 8k miles, Vance & Hines pipes, sissy bar flames, air box trim, Stage 1 kit, £3500. Tel. 07773 204012.

Beds.

HARLEY DAVIDSON Superglide FXDC, 1600cc, 2010, black, back rest, luggage rack, heated grips, under 7000 miles, mint condition, t&t, £8500 may p/x for transit type van, value around, £2000. Tel. 07880 712544. Bristol.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 1200C exhaust pipes, as new, also loads of spare parts, foot pegs, covers, cables, handlebars, all as new, all open to offers. Tel. 07535 211924. Man.

HARLEY DYNA Street Bob, 2013, blue pearl, immaculate, V&H exhausts, 1200 miles, fsh, still under warranty, comes with cover, original exhausts and optimate charger, £9600 ono. Tel. 07941 492989. Surrey.

HARLEY FATBOB 1584 2009, 10,000 miles, no damage or scratches, Stage One tune, Vance-Hines pipes, (receipts for conversion), detachable sissy bar and rear rack, all original exhaust and parts included, 2 x keys and fobs, instruction-service pack.Tel. 01305 783663. Dorset.

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HARLEY SPORTSTER Anniversary, genuine 8000 miles, t&t, panniers, tyres, battery, immac, extras, £3750 ono. Tel. Tony 01865 874980. Oxford.

HARRIS-MATCHLESS ROTAX 500 Completely restored 4 years ago, very eyecatching lots of modifications. Bike in Ross-onWye. £2600. Tel. Stuart 07802 170514. Herefordshire. Emal: stuartharrold@btinternet.com for pics and details.

HONDA 650 DEAUVILLES one X reg, one W reg, both blue, most parts have gone, both believed to be category 'C' write offs, both run and ride very well, one t&t until end October, £895 the pair, shed load of spares also available.

Tel. Simon 01784 461961. Surrey.

HONDA BENLEY 185 1979, reg KEV 75IV, 11 months MoT, £1300.

Tel. 01205 358068. Lincs.

HONDA CB 125S 1974, nonrunner since 1995, spares or project, stripped for collection, £50.Tel. 01291 423276. Caldicot, S Wales.

HONDA CB 500 1999, twin screen, top box, immac condition, 10 months’ MoT and tax, perfect machine, 20k miles, £1500. Tel. 01354 610269. Cambs.

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HONDA CB750 F2, 1977, MoT, 44,000 miles, a couple of small faults, £999. Tel. 07977 079895.

Greater London.

HONDA CB250 Superdream deluxe, taxed and tested till Feb 2015, 1981,W reg, new front tyre and fork seals, good condition, can be ridden away, £750. Tel. 01709 511933. cooktlc67@ blueyonder.co.uk S Yorks.

HONDA CBR 900RR 1993, in repsol colours, 45k on clocks, stainless steel exhaust, A16 stubby end can, replaced all bearings, powder coated wheels (black/silverflake), £1600 ono Tel. 07852 361544. Norfolk.

HONDA CBF 125 Black, 2010, 1500 miles, MoT & tax end May 2015, excellent unmarked condition one mature owner, £1550. Tel. 01458 273232.

Somerset.

HONDA CBR 1000FK 1989, MoT & Tax Sept 2014, 49,000 miles, only two owners, recent battery, alternator, reg/rect, £875. Tel. 01727 751218. Herts.

HONDA CBF 125 2010, fantastically reliable with excellent fuel economy, one owner from new, full service history, well looked after and I’m now looking for something bigger, completely standard, taxed until Feb 2015, MoT until Dec 2014, £1350 ono.

Tel. 07772 085662. Berks.

HONDA CB 750K 1980, in very good condition, 9,750 miles only.

Tel. 07812 125057. Lancs.

HONDA CB250 1999, T reg, black, very reliable & economical, excellent condition for age, well maintained, garaged, mature owner, 12 months t&t, 36,000 miles, manuals, two keys & toolkit, £750 ono. Tel. 01484 307226. W Yorks.

HONDA CBF125M March 2014 first reg, white, 2100 miles, £2200. Tel. 07824 704773.

Worcs.

HONDA CBR 600 RR-B 2011 Limited Edit, bought from new and is in showroom condition, only done 1300 miles from new, stored in a garage and never driven in the wet, still in warranty so not due 1st MOT till next year 1/4/15, currently on Sorn, so no road tax, £6250 ono. Tel. 07804 628833. Angus.

HONDA CBF 600SA 2011 (61), 4100 miles, two owners, vgc, great commuter bike, topbox plus many extras, rear shock has been lowered, MoT due Sept 2014 currently on Sorn, £3600 ono.Tel. 01622 813920. Kent.

HONDA CBR 125R 59 reg, second owner, used as daily commute hence parking dents and scratches but very economical and cheap to maintain, new chain and sprockets and regularly oil changed, Micron can, quick sale, MoT & tax, £1000 ono.Tel. 07933 392109. London.

HONDA CBR 1100XX Super Blackbird, 2003, 03 reg, blue, 30,480 miles, Datatool alarm, Micron exhausts, Givi top box & rack, gel seat, blue tank cover, bike currently on Sorn, £3500 ono. Tel. 01283 214093; 07801 438080. Derbyshire.

HONDA CBR 600FAB 600cc, 61 reg, tax, as new condition, owned from new, 2933 miles only, many extras, reluctant sale, first to see wil buy, dry ridden only, £4700 ono. Tel. 01482 850593. East Yorkshire.

HONDA CBR 1200 XX Super Blackbird,Anniversary Ltd Edition, 1999, 1,180 miles from new! reg no T2 TON, only 25 built by V&M for Honda, 183bhp, Penske r/susp etc, taxed 2007, immac, £10,995.

Tel. 07984 999216. Lancs.

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HONDA CG125 silver, 2005, tax til April 2015, MoT due May 2015, two new tyres, two lady owners, low mileage, £1100 ono. Tel. 01202 748128. Dorset.

HONDA CR500 AF conversion, CR500, 1991, engine in a CRF450 2005 chassis, road legal, six months t&t, bike is one of a kind, has been purposely built for the job, all the welding & engineering on it has been carried out by a professional. Tel. 07964 420563 send message. Cornwall.

HONDA CB 250 RSA 1980, 5,800 miles, metallic blue, vgc, tax June 15, MoT Nov 14, stainless Motad handbook manual, recent tyres, some history, lovely bike, reluctant sale, £1595. Tel. 01246 200842; 07935 175649. Derbys.

HONDA CB 360 Very good condition, American import, 3000 recorded miles, runs good, not UK reg, £1050 ovno. Tel. 01379 870632. Suffolk.

HONDA CB1300 Power Commander 3, USB (118-411), as new, in original box, c/w all leads/disc/02 elims & instructions, £165.Tel. 07912 696255. E Riding of Yorks.

HONDA CBR 600RR 2012, TT Legends, rare factory paint job, only 2900 miles, lady owner, extras: ASV levers, R&G crash bars, heated grips, Gel seat, hard wired sat nav charger (sat nav not included), hard wired trickle charger leads.Tel. 07702 927093.

West Midlands.

HONDA CBX 250 RSE, DOHC, single, 1986, rare model, lovely condition, must be seen, t&t, £1400 for details. Tel. 01228 543782. Cumbria.

HONDA CBF125M March 2014 first reg, white, 2100 miles, £2200. Tel. 07824 704773.

Worcs.

HONDA CBR 600RR 2012, TT Legends, rare factory paint job, only 2900 miles, lady owner, extras: ASV levers, R&G crash bars, heated grips, Gel seat, hard wired sat nav charger (sat nav not included), hard wired trickle charger leads.Tel. 07702 927093.

West Midlands.

HONDA CBX 250 RSE, DOHC, single, 1986, rare model, lovely condition, must be seen, t&t, £1400 for details. Tel. 01228 543782. Cumbria.

HONDA CD250U 1989, full MoT, will tax, Cafe Racer conversion, lots spent. Tel. 07415 212558.

Staffs.

HONDA CX500 T reg, 6000 miles genuine, in use, MoT April, Haynes book, history, docs, nice smooth bike ride, £1650 leave message if out and number Tel. 01767 691209. Beds.

HONDA CX 500 Early Z model, v original, good running order, MoT, carrier rack, good tyres, brakes etc, ride or restore, £650. Tel. 07949 653017. Staffs.

HONDA VFR 750 MoT, tatty fairing, new battery, serviced £600. Tel. 07831 188224. N Wales.

HONDA VFR 800 2001, 14,600 miles, non-runner, requires battery, Sorned, very nice condition, bereavement sale, £150.Tel. 01202 519409. Dorset.

HONDA DEAUVILLE 2004, MoT 06/15, 61k miles, but very good s/h, one main previous owner, new pads, new rear tyre, new Motad can, new Honda colour matched top box, foot peg lowering kit, taller Givi screen, h/grips, Gerbing heated jacket supply, mature owner, vgc, well sorted, ready to ride, £1750 ono Tel. 01325 288652. Durham.

HONDA DEAUVILLE 700cc, 2010, 17k miles, full s/h, MoT March 2011, taxed, pristine condition, heated grips, £4750 ono. Tel. 079040 39066. Somerset.

HONDA DEAUVILLE 650 2000, red, good condition, extras, serviced, new front and rear tyres, new full exhaust system, tall touring screen, all less then 1000 miles, top box for two helmets, 12v socket, full cover for bike, disc lock, sat nav all included 12 months' MoT, will tax for new owner,Tel. 07939 881983. Essex.

HONDA DEAUVILLE 700 2010, 17,000 miles, excellent condition, full service history, tax, MoT, £4950. Tel. 079040 39066.

Somerset.

HONDA DEAUVILLE 2004, tax 10/2014, MoT 06/2015, recent service, one main previous owner, new pads, new rear tyre, new Motad can & new Honda colour matched topbox, footpeg lowering kit, taller Givi screen, heated grips, Gerbing heated jacket supply, very good condition, well sorted, ready to ride, £1950 ono. Tel. 01325 288652. Darlington.

HONDA DOMINATOR 2001 model, 23,000 miles, great condition, £1350. Tel. 07887 666702. South Yorkshire.

HONDA F6C 1500cc trike, 16,000 miles, showroom condition, converted BB Customs, October 2012, 12 month tax, six month MoT, cruise pegs, twin spots, datatool alarm, £11,500 can deliver Tel. 01228 530241 or 07979 080413. Cumbria.

HONDA FORESIGHT 250 250cc scooter, 2001,7000 miles, very very clean, Givi top box, full tax and test, £1295. Tel. 01751 431409. N Yorks.

HONDA FURY black, 2012, 4000 miles, mint condition, £7500. Tel. 01492 870333. Denbighshire.

HONDA FURY 2012, as new, 3000 miles, black, owned from new, many extras offered, £7500 extras offered separately king and queen, engine bars, lovely chopper, shaft drive, all standard.

Tel. 01492 870333. Denbighshire.

HONDA GL1100 Interstate, 1983, 10 months tax, good tyres & brakes, in good mechanical condition & runs well, paint work is a little tired, due to work please text as I can’t always hear a call, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can, £1150 ono. Tel. Ron 07855 137204. Birmingham.

HONDA GOLDWING 1200GL 13/12/1985, 12 months' MoT, taxed May 2015, dressed and used daily, first £2000.Tel. 07846 07328. W Mids.

HONDA HORNET 600cc in blue, 2006, low mileage, Ermax colour coded rear hugger, new battery fitted last year, new brakes and tyres (Bridgestone BT 023) have done less than 500 miles, new chain tensioner fitted, great ride in town and on the back roads.

Tel. 07584 222053. E Riding of Yorks.

HONDA NTV 650 2000, W, 47k miles, lovely condition, with Givi top box, new Motad exhaust, heated grips and as new Michelin pilots, 2 keys and fully serviced by me, never failed me, £1750. Tel. 01270 623191; 07503 200939.

Cheshire.

HONDA REVERE NTV 600cc, 1991, red, 37,300 miles, shaft drive, good condition, small scuff/dent on tank, reliable, tax August, MoT 8 months, £650. Tel. 07940 797660. N Yorks.

HONDA REVERE NTV 600cc, full fairing, luggage, full MoT, tax Sept, p/coated frame, excellent condition, £895 ovno. Tel. 01904 652360. N Yorks.

HONDA RS 250 1981, part completed to cafe racer, needs battery and work to complete, c/w original bits, selling due to health reasons and lost interest, £150.

Tel. 0191 3884084. Durham.

HONDA SH300I silver, one owner, vgc, tax end July, MoT, mid Aug 2014, part s/h, new rear tyre, Honda top box, and Givi airflow screen, approx 80 mpg, currently 8,609 miles, £2400 ono. Tel. 07919 337432. Gtr Man.

HONDA SILVERWING 600cc, Maxi scooter, 62 reg, only 4000 miles, silver, mint condition, never seen rain, new Honda forces sale, can deliver in van at cost, new prices £7000, £4695 ono. Tel. 01302 534155. S Yorks.

HONDA ST70 preferably in good condition and running, Tel. 07711 980934. Warks.

HONDA HORNET 900 2003, 19,500 mileage, braided break hoses front and rear, Danmoto end cans, new rear tyre, t&t, (bike is sound with no issues), £2200 ono Tel. 07852 361544. Norfolk.

HONDA SUPER MAGNA V4, VF 750, rare Honda cruiser, new chrome and paint, £2250. Tel. 07503 748923. Wilts.

HONDA FIREBLADE 900RR 2001, 929cc, 12 mths’ MoT, s/h, new tyres, standard bike, 28k miles, pristine condition, £2500.

Tel. 07508 567576. Northants.

HONDA FIREBLADE RR 1993, 22k miles, best Blade made, standard condition, art can, adjustable brake lever, smoke screen, otherwise as Honda made it, alarm system (remote), new battery and fully serviced, new parts etc, much money spent regardless, need to slow down hence Offers Tel. 07551 527770.

Bradford, Yorks.

HONDA INTEGRA NC700 DCT July 2012, met red, 2,733 dry miles, one mature owner, full dealer s/h, mint, fitted genuine Honda panniers and heated grips, Wilbers 35mm lowered suspension, cost £9250; bargain at £5350 ono.Tel. 01482 847120.

E Riding of Yorks.

HONDA MBX 125 1984/B in great unmodified, condition. 10 months’ t&t, powder coated frame & repaint, engine stripped & parts replaced where warranted.

Appreciating classic, re-live your youth, £1795 ovno. Tel. 07768 242146. Warks.

HONDA PCX 2011, 22,500 miles, one owner from new, a few scrapes, fsh, t&t, £1000. Tel. 07817 695141. Dorset.

HONDA SUPER MAGNA VF700 1987, Custom, 12 months’ tax & MoT, garage kept since bought it in 1993, new battery, regularly serviced, new front disc, pads & front tyre, 33k miles, new seat cover custom made and fitted, £2250. Tel. 07977 769871. verymuy@hotmail.com .

HONDA VARADERO 125 V-Twin, L_L, 2004, t&t 2015, nice bike, 17k miles, silver and blue, recent tyres, phone for more details.

Honda s/h, delivery at cost, £1695. Tel. 01302 534155. S Yorks.

HONDA VARADERO 125cc, VTwin, nice condition, 2004, t&t 2015, Honda s/h, only 17k miles, nice runner, learner legal, can deliver in van at cost, recent tyres, nice bike, £1650. Tel. 01302 534155. S Yorks.

HONDA VARADERO 125 nice condition, 2004, t&t, 2015, only 17,000 miles, silver and blue, full Honda service history, learner legal, recent tyres, ex. runner, VTwin engine £1795. Tel. 01302 534155. S Yorks.

HONDA VFR 750 F-V 750cc, 1997, red, serviced (full) July 14, 12 months’ MoT, in first class condition, paintwork unmarked, runs beautifully, frame bungs, stainless exhaust system, low mileage, offers over £1700. Tel. 01803 328681. Devon.

HONDA VFR 800 FIY dark green, X reg (2001) 20,200 miles, lovely condition, rear seat cowl, pillion handles, heated grips, touring screen, hugger, mudguard extension, tax, MoT, FSH, service book, owner, 2 keys, tool kit, needs nothing, £2100. Tel. 01663 734790. Derbys.

HONDA VFR 800 V-Tec ABS (05) winning red, 26,000 miles, stacks of tlc, above average condition, full Honda dealer service history, Honda heated grips double bubble screen hugger, £4000.Tel. 07774 853241. Suffolk.

HONDA VFR NC30 400cc, 1995, new chain, sprockets, battery, rebuilt shock, lovely engine, needs tyres and MoT, ideal first sports bike, £799 ono. Tel. 07718 611600. Essex.

HONDA VFR 800 V-tec, 2003, very low miles, oil & filter changed, new pads on back, will have full MoT on sale, £3000 ovno. Tel. 07984 599902. Fife.

HONDA VISION 50cc, on 14 plate, 250 miles 'spotless', seats two, with top box for helmets, 140mpg, easy auto ride, no CBT, only 100kg Honda AA care, only £1495.Tel. 077890 61218.Yorks.

HONDA VISION moped, c/w new spares, non-runner, needs recommissioning totally, blue/white, excellent condition, want cash offers only please. Tel. 0151 2087381. Merseyside.

HONDA VT 750S 2010, black with full screen and large top box, 4,522 dry miles, one very careful lady owner, excellent condition, £3500 ovno. Tel. 01472 398012.

Lincs.

HONDA TRANSALP 1997, 23k genuine mileage, one owner from new, good condition and kept in garage, £13,000 ono. Tel. 07779 763859. Swansea.

HONDA TRANSALP XL 650 V-4, 2005, Adventure, beautiful. Tel. 07904 541547. Gtr London.

HONDA XL 700 ABS Transalp, met blue, black and silver, low miles, vgc, all original, with hand book and tool kit, all previous MoTs, full s/h, HISS Security, Honda top box, 7 mths’ tax, tested till Feb, garaged, good Bridgestone tyres, road use only, £3650.

Tel. Jon 01202 752108 or 07980 937671. Dorset.

HONDA VFR FN 750cc, 1992, black, 51k, t&t, new tyres, chain sprockets, battery regulator, vgc, optional extras available, owned for 8 years, back injury forces sale, £1195. ono Tel. 01769 573594 eves/w'ends. N Devon.

HONDA VTR 250 red,T reg, 1998, Japanese import, rare UK bike, 13,800 miles, t&t March 2015, new battery, new front tyre, recent rear tyre, excellent condition for year, £1180. Tel. 01556 610855.

Kirkcudbrightshire.

INDIAN SIDECARS two available, lefthand side fitting, excellent original condition with fittings for a 1947 Chief and 1928 Scout, £4300 each. Tel. 07798 866071.

Middx.

JAMES COMMODORE 250cc, 1960, rare bike, fully restored, good condition, new exhaust and 6V battery with acid kit, some spares, £2000. Tel. 01395 568503. East Devon.

KAWASAKI ER5 2004, 16,500 miles, non-runner, requires battery, bereavement sale, free to good home. Tel. 01202 519409.

Dorset.

KAWASAKI ER6N white, 11 plate, good condition, 5000 miles, full service history, first MoT due 27/9/14 will put 6 months tax on, £3650 ono. Tel. 0121 3289906.

West Midlands.

KAWASAKI GPZ 900R 1984, restored, running, dry stored, good tyres/brakes etc, green, new parts, £1200. Tel. 07949 653017.

Staffs.

KAWASAKI GT 550 1997, t&t, 33k miles, trike conversion by Eurotec, runs spot on, large top box can be changed to Givi top box (included), 80 year old selling because of health reasons, £3600 ono; might swap for classic car. £3600 ono. Tel. 0191 3884084; 07812 822897. Durham.

KAWASAKI H2 1972, very nice!

Lots of work done including engine, electrics and rubber parts, has owners manual, tool kit & spark plug holder in seat hump, ready to ride! £8800. Tel. Steve 07754 407270. Norfolk.

KAWASAKI GPZ 550, 1984, owned 3 years, had front discs replaced plus brake calipers renewed, new battery, carbs been cleaned out plus new rubbers, vgc, tax, tested, 15,000 miles £1000 ono. Tel. 07773 455964.

Notts.

KAWASAKI KLX 250 2009, taxed/MoT, serviced by Superbike Surgery, low miles, tool kit, data tag, £2200. Tel. 01384 287563.

W Mids.

KAWASAKI KE100 two KE100 no V5C as used off road, non runners, carburettors need setting up not run for three years, comes with spares, £250. Tel. 07896 084797. Norfolk.

KAWASAKI GT 550 1989, shaft drive tourer, tax to Jul 15, MoT to May 2015, new r/tyre, fork seals, head and front wheel bearings, Koni shod, Goodrich brakes, newish coils, saddle, cover etc, large Givi top box, garage receipts approx £900 plus, have 10 years receipts for new parts and MoTs, servicing receipts etc, from three different garages, good deal for a young rider, too heavy for me now, £795 ovno. or p/x useable 125cc Tel. 07526 583398; 07849 449443. E Sussex.

KAWASAKI ZX7 750cc, green, 1994, MoT, no tax, 25k miles, great condition, good tyres, loud exhaust and standard sounds, great future classic, needs to be seen, £1800 ono. Tel. 01829 250642. Cheshire.

KAWASAKI VN CLASSIC 1700, black, 3500 miles, years t&t, pristine condition, garaged, leather panniers and leathers included, £8000 ovno. Tel. 07753 447560. Wrexham.

KAWASAKI VN800 2003, silver, 13,500 miles, vgc, years MoT, two months tax, Sissy bar Kawasaki screen, stainless rack & radiator cover, saddle bags, priced to sell, £2500 leave message and I will call back Tel. 01787 462702.

Essex.

KAWASAKI VN800 800cc, long tax, MoT, excellent condition, lowq mileage, one previous owner, panniers, tool roll, screen crashbars, never dropped, used as a toy, any demo welcome, £2500. Tel. 01282 871958 w’ends/eves. Lancs.

KAWASAKI VN900 Vulcan Special Edition, 59 reg, custom in black with orange detail, excellent condition any inspection, only 3218 dry miles, genuine reason for sale, bargain £4000. Tel. 07939 834495. West Midlands.

KAWASAKI W650 650cc, new tyres, 2001, new stainless exhaust, history, data tag, manual, MoT Sept, book and CD, good performance bike, 53k miles, £2500. Tel. 01656 721132. Mid Glam.

KAWASAKI W650 2002, 41,000kms, excellent condition, sensible extras, regularly serviced, good looking & reliable, £2550. Tel. 01539 725292.

Cumbria.

KAWASAKI W800 first reg 14 February 2011, 3200 miles only, superb condition, unmarked, long t&t, delivery possible, £4500. Tel. 01793 644724. Wilts.

KAWASAKI VERSEY 650 12 reg, 6500 miles, mint condition, too many extras to list, black, £4000.

Tel. 01202 854670. Dorset.

KAWASAKI Z1000P 1000cc, 1989, American police model, long MoT, Sorn, little used, 59,000 miles, £2250 ono. Tel. 07800 543707. Middlesex.

KAWASAKI Z650 1978, Star Dust silver, restored no expense spared, MoT in Sorn, £4000 ono.

Tel. 01446 790157. Glamorgan.

KAWASAKI Z650 V reg, metallic red, 34k miles, 12 months’ MoT, all new parts inc battery, exhaust, seat, headlamp, etc, £1750. Tel. 07746 977054. Leics.

KAWASAKI Z750 2006, blue, vgc, 10,370 miles, datatool alarmed, datatag custom mirrors, tailtidy, s/steel rad grill, Scottoiler, x two chains, disc lock, £2700 ovno.Tel. John 07716 040868. W Yorks.

KAWASAKI Z750, really nice looking bike that’s great to ride, Goodridge braided hoses front and rear, windshield, Pipeworx exhaust plus original tail tidy, 10 mths’ MoT, 4 mths’ tax, any viewing welcome, only selling because I need to buy a car. Tel. 07896 162181. Devon.

KAWASAKI ZEPHYR 1100 1992, 26K miles, met black, 7 mths’ MoT, tax 7 mths, std bike, new tyres just serviced inc forks and calipers, vgc, £2700. Tel. 01306 888065. Surrey.

KAWASAKI ZEPHYR 550 red, 1998, R reg, low mileage, only 2,237 miles, 12 months’ MoT, 5 months’ tax, £1695 ono. Tel. 07891 594222. W Mids.

KAWASAKI ZZR 1100 D2 K reg, 1993, 43,400 miles, 12 mths’ MoT, old but well maintained, smooth gearbox, smooth engine, loads of receipts, V5 present, three keys, old MoTs, done only 628 miles since last MoT when spent just over £400 (new NKG plugs, carbÕs balancing, new front pads this MoT), new rear bearings, ready to go, tinted screen, good tyres, Givi rack, new bike forces sale, priced to sell, any test inspection welcome, test ride after full asking price deposited, priced to sell, £995 ovno. Tel. 07852 688887. Gtr London.

KAWASAKI ZR7 2004, 17,000 miles, good condition, fsh, recent service, tyres and chain, MoT until end March, tax until January, £1650. Tel. 07794 080782.

Cheshire.

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KAWASAKI ZX12R 2003, black/gold, 38,000 miles, MoT 25/10, tax October, blue flame Evo exhaust, new battery November 2013, vgc. Tel. 01883 623423.

Surrey.

KAWASAKI ZX9R 2001, EI, FSH, mint, t&t, lovely bike, 45,000 miles, ring for more details, £1650. Tel. 01443 226706. Mid Glamorgan.

KAWASAKI ZX9R NINJA 1999, 900cc, blue, braided hoses, purple tinted screen, new battery two months ago, Tokico 4 pot calipers fitted, road legal Scorpion can, vgc & looked after bike, T&T. Tel. 07827 295113 John. Lincs.

KTM DUKE 3 2010, black, 3.5k, t&t, mint condition, new tyre, few like this left, best I've had but giving up bikes, £4350. Tel. 07583 286075. Worcs.

LEXMOTO 125 CBR 125R replica, great condition, thousands spent, 62 plate, learner legal. Tel. 01472 475242. Lincs.

MORINI 350K2 One of the last, with LHS gearchange, good runner, fitted with V healthy 350 Sport motor & round chrome headlamp, kickstart only, £100s spent, light nimble frugal practical classic, £2000. Tel. 07788 442155. Bristol.

MERIDEN TRIUMPH 650 UC timing case, oil pump, g/box sprox round cover, Suzuki T500 clutch and g/box spares, job lot, all for sale.Tel. 07941 212632. Durham.

MONTESSA MH200 173cc, 1983, last of twinshocks, rebuilt, bills for parts, total £600, Duplex frame, excellent compression, all standard apart from KN filter, only £1095 could arrange delivery.Tel. Alan 01376 343559. Essex.

MOTO GUZZI CALIFORNIA 1100I Special/Squire outfit, blue, 1999, T reg, taxed end Dec, tested mid March 2015,39,200 miles,stainless silencers, screen, enginebars, panniers, rack on sidecar boot, vgc, £4500 ono; possible p/x?Tel.01977 510546.W Yorks.

MOTO MORINI 250 single, in very good condition, t&t, £1800 ono.

Tel. 01228 560502. Cumbria.

MZ ES1 175cc, 1965, restored to good standard, needs crankshaft, seals and UK reg, £650 ono; BSA A Series instruction manual plus running instruction card, vgc, clean, £15 ono.Tel. 01744 25096.

Merseyside.

NSU QUICKLY F23 49cc, 1966, 3 speed model, dual seat, swinging arm, alloy brake hubs/rims, many new parts fitted, good condition, running order with V5C, mirror, waterproof cover, could deliver, £750. Tel. 01268 735135. Essex.

PIAGGIO X9 Rev and Go scooter, 250cc, W reg, (2000), fully serviced, new tyres, clean and tidy, (23k miles), top box holds 2 helmets, £895 ovno. Tel. 07873 721310. Leics.

REIJU RS3 125 big bargain, geniune reason for sale have joined the RAF, 60 reg, red in colour, 5,730 miles on the clock, good condition, £1250.Tel. 01472 398012. Lincs.

PRO STREET 300 Single down tube frame, S&S 113, show polished engine w/crane HI-4 ignitionBraided lines, professionally built and wired. Hi rollers custom made alligator seat, custom paint work, apple candy red, with mural and graphics. Tel. John 07843 381623. Gtr London.

REV & GO PIAGGIO X9 scooter 250cc, (2000), W reg, 23k miles, fully serviced, new tyres and battery, £795.Tel. 07873 721310.

Leics.

ROYAL ENFIELD BULLET model electric classic EFI 500cc, Limited Edition, chrome five speed with electric & kick start, has Avon road rider tyres fitted, touring screen, full set of replacement cables, tested for 12 months, vgc, 7300 miles, £2750. Tel. 01388 608132. Co Durham.

SCOOTER - CLASSIC TRIUMPH TINA 1964, part restored, very near readY to return to the road, or nice for collector. More info pls mail or call. Sale due to working away. Priced to sell. Tel. 07597 123507. Bristol, Avon.

SIMMS SIMMS 125cc, 2013, 2,600 miles, good bike, 3 year's MoT, £950. Tel. 01670 353696.

Blyth, Northumberland.

SINNIS TRACKSTAR 125cc, showroom condition, 500 dry miles, genuine reason for reluctant sale.Tel. 07891 692004.

Gloucestershire.

SOLEX S3800 1966, fully restored to original condition costing over £1200, ideal for a collector, full history known, not spoilt by UK plating, £700 ono.Tel. 01395 568503. E Devon.

ROYAL ENFIELD BULLET Electra 58 reg, MoT until June 2015, in immaculate condition 29 BHP reluctant sale.Tel. 01982 551661.

Brecknockshire.

ROYAL ENFIELD BULLET 500cc, electra EFI, good condition, MoT, black, some spares, parts manual, under 2000 miles, £2500 ovno cash Tel. 01452 713093. Glos.

SQUIRE SIDECAR new paint, blue metal flake, hi intensity LED lights, with fittings of Honda 750 SOHC, good cover, no rips, small crack in bottom of windscreen, good tyre, £750. Tel. 0161 7666353. Lancs.

SUZUKI BURGMAN AN400 silver, 1999, MoT May 2015, tax May 2015, stainless Leo Vince exhaust, new drive belt fitted February, Givi carrier, good reliable bike, £950 ono. Tel. 01889 883582. Staffs.

SUZUKI GN 125 Red/chrome, 08 reg, alloy wheels, recent MoT, tax, 7,400 miles, two elderly owners, superb condition, good history, £1150 ono. Tel. 07812 182404.

Somerset.

SUZUKI 125cc VanVan, 2003, 21,000 miles, t&t for a year, Cymark bash guard, hand protectors, mudguard extender, rear shock mud flap, grip puppies,also included will be a set of army canvas soft panniers and the necessary bits to make the pannier rack, screen and top box not included in the sale, £1000 firm Tel. 07748 655201. Greater London.

SUZUKI BANDIT 1200, 1999, V reg, black, only 21k miles, regularly serviced, valves & carbs recently calibrated, full 12 month MoT to June 2015, owned from new, vgc, Scorpion stainless oval plus boxed original silencer, now collectable, good investment at £2295. Tel. 07859 919598. North Yorkshire.

SUZUKI BANDIT 650cc, 2010 reg, 10,700 miles, showroom condition, serviced, new tyres, 12 months’ MoT, 6 months’ tax, one very careful mature owner from new, first to see will buy, £2500.

Tel. 01691 661208. Shrops.

SUZUKI DR800 1990, t&t, £1825 ono, ring for details. Honda ST1100 Pan European, 1992, not test, no tax, workshop manual, excellent project, £900 poor plastics ring for details.Tel. 01944 738652. North Yorks.

SUZUKI BURGMAN 400 2012, grey, 1025 miles, Givi top box, hand guards, fsh, taxed March 2015, excellent condition, £3975 ono. Tel. 01706 212870. Lancs.

SUZUKI BANDIT GSF 1250GT ABS, 2009 reg, full luggage, heated grips, gel seat, Sonic comms, rear hugger, MRA screen, Beowulf exhaust, knuckle guards, new tyres, tax and MoT, 31k miles, great condition. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

SUZUKI BURGMAN 400, 2010, grey, tax March 2015, new MoT with top box, hand guards and optimate socket, good condition, no faults and well maintained, need nothing, £3000 ono.Tel. Ray 01782 642142. Stoke on Trent.

SUZUKI BURGMAN AN650 Executive 2008, pearl black, all the usual executive features including taller Givi screen with opening vent Givi rack with brakelight powdercoated wheels, tyres have good tread, new discs & pads all round, t&t, 34,551 miles, £2750 ono. Tel. Pete 01642 884235; 07528 798164.

Durham.

SUZUKI BURGMAN AN 400, Y reg, maroon, 22,000 miles, new tyres, tax end July 2014, full MoT, vgc, £975. Tel. 01613 669907 or 07948 722105. Manchester.

SUZUKI BURGMAN 250 taxed Feb 2015, tested June 2015, maroon, chrome rack, top box, good condition, £800 ono. Tel. 01642 651383. Teeside.

SUZUKI DL 650 V-Strom, late 2011 (latest model), full dealer s/h, last service Jul 5, engine bars, hand guards, side boxes, 11,500 miles, selling on private plate, £3995. Tel. 07970 395684.

Cambs.

SUZUKI ENGINED TRACKSTAR 125cc, proven GZ3 motor, 012 plate, 600 dry miles, excellent reviews, ideal commuter/ adventure bike, retro styling, genuine reason for reluctant sale, £1185. Tel. 07891 692004.

Forest of Dean, Glos.

SUZUKI DL 650 GT 2010, 8,600 miles, ABS, many extras, touring screen, full luggage, centre stand, Scottoiler, heated grips, stainless radiator guards, Anakee II tyres, tax and MoT, £3600. Tel. 01978 753003. Wrexham.

SUZUKI GSX 250 1980, 17,600 miles, good condition, still used, tax/MoT May 2015, V5 + MoTs, £645 ono. Tel. Alan 01723 859244. N Yorks.

SUZUKI GSX F 750cc, 1996, MoT May 2015, taxed December, lots of new parts, nice condition, you won't be disappointed, ride away, £950 ovno. Tel. John 01978 821885. Wrexham, Clwyd.

SUZUKI GT185 1975, classic blue, bought for restoration but no time, needs MoT,tax, starts fine but may need carb adjustment, good seat, tyres, tank, all electrics work, rarer drop handlebars, Ram air system, can only appreciate, need room, may p/x £1400. Tel. 07532 236404. Leics.

SUZUKI GS 250T 1982, (X), runner, parked up since 03, all there, £550. Tel. 01291 423392.

Chepstow.

SUZUKI GS1000 1978, S reg, all original except Koni dial-a-rides, excellent condition, original numberplate, four owners, looks amazing, needs minor work, £2500. Tel. 01707 692405.

Hertfordshire.

SUZUKI GS550 1978, 28,500 miles, MoT April 2015, tax August, new rear tyre, many new parts fitted over three year restoration, £900 ono. Tel. 07718 733075.

Notts.

SUZUKI GSF 600 Blue, 98 Bandit, good runner, twin front disc, new battery and front tyre, Sorned, £550 ono. Tel. 0754 4062517.

Retford, Notts.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA orange, all standard apart from mirror extenders & tank protector, 11,000 miles from new, long tax & MoT, £5750. Tel. 01492 870333. Glamorgan.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1300, 2000, W, red/black, 23k miles, vgc, many extras, 12 months' MoT, Quill cans, MRA screen, bar risers, £3000. Tel. 01945 589349.

Cambs.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1340, LO 2010, 22,000 miles, t&t Feb 2015, black/red, Scottoiler, hugger, crash bungs, K&N air filter, good tyres, £5250. Tel. 07801 298132.

Scotland.

SUZUKI TS185 185cc, 1979, spares or repairs, £2700 ono and Suzuki RMX250, 1999, Enduro, seized engine, £350. Tel. 01215 598529. W Mids.

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SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1300R black/red, 14k miles, two owners, full MoT, 6 months' tax, £3000 ono. Tel. 07968 691860. W Mids.

SUZUKI INTRUDER MR1800RT trike, converted by Panther Trikes 2012, owned from new, serviced and well looked after, disc brakes all round with an Escort axle, c/w lots of extras, £11,000.Tel. 07931 722037. E Riding of Yorks.

SUZUKI KATANA 1000cc, t&t, excellent condition, 1982, you will not find one better, may p/x, £15,000 ovno.Tel. 07751 428573 . E Yorks.

SUZUKI SV 650S blue/silver, full MoT, 6 months' tax, £2000 ono.

Tel. 07968 691860. W Mids.

SUZUKI SV650 K7 2008, throttle cables, as new, bought in error, £24 inc postage. Tel. 0161 3711960. Gtr Man.

SUZUKI TEMPTER GR650 1983, t&t, rare US import, original condition, 18,000 miles, VMCC eligable, 4-stroke twin, 5-speed automatic balance shaft, £1350 ono. Tel. 01257 411801 daytime or evening. Lancs.

TDM900 2005, 39,000 miles, new tyres, Givi rack and box h/grips, Scottoiler, lovely bike, £3300 ono. Tel. 01304 213025.

Kent.

TRITON T120V BONNEVILLE Clubmans style, 750cc engine into 1954 Wideline featherbed, rare bolt on subframe, roadholder forks, Lockheed disc, alloy rims, conical rear drum brake, Hagon shocks, Manx tank and mudguards, t&t, £9950 ono. Tel. 01482 866685/855058. E Riding of Yorks.

YAMAHA VIRAGO 1100cc, lady owner, 11,950 miles, Remus pipes, new tyres, excellent condition, must be seen, can send photos via phone/text, lots of service history £2750 ovno. Tel. 07958 325152. Dumfriesshire.

TRIUMPH DAYTONA 955I CE 2002, Aston green, one owner, history, 12,500 miles, new MoT, hugger, sports rack, LSL bars, Vario pegs, Nitron shock, Carbon Can Co, legal exhaust, d/bubble screen, superb condition, good tyres, currently on Sorn. Tel. 07525 829070. E Yorks.

TRIUMPH 21 Bath tub, 350cc, good condition, 1958, tax and MoT free, blue Craven panniers, £3500. or offers considered Tel. 01623 428070. Notts.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 2007, carb model 865, Goodwood green in colour, standard except heated grips, 11,500 miles, excellent condition, £3850 ono. Tel. 07769 954456. W Mids.

TRIUMPH 955 RS SPRINT One of the best ‘all-rounders’ money can buy! finished in factory Daytona speed yellow, only 35k miles, just serviced and checked over, HPI clear, all good - no damage, long MoT and taxed, ready to ride away, recent tyres with loads of miles left! factory cowl, tool kit, good battery and more, only 3 previous owners from new! lovely quick reliable British bike in a stunning colour, mature owner, may consider p/x, genuine private sale: no canvassers whatsoever!.

Tel. 01823 490320. Bristol.

TRIUMPH 955I Sprint RS, 04 reg, test April 2, 2015, tax 31/8/14, good runner and ready to go.

More details and photo’s on preloved’s website. Tel. 01476 550072. Lincs.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 750cc, 1978, T140V, matching numbers electronic ignition, good runner, call for more details, £3750. Tel. 07826 873933. Hants.

TRIUMPH TIGER 750 1973, top end rebuilt, new clutch, shocks, tyres, ignition, battery, too much to list, long MoT/tax, starts first kick, rides superb, £3995 ono. Tel. 077186 11600. Essex.

TRIUMPH DAYTONA T595, 1997, tax & MoT, recently full service inc shims, race can, rear hugger and new tyres and includes single seat hump, 25k miles, excellent condition, £1850 ono. Tel. 07949 380230. Essex.

TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE 955i, 2003, (53), two new tyres, new battery, 18,600 miles, lovely condition, best colour green, lack of use forces sale, 12 months MoT, tax Sep, £2600. Tel. Graham 07857 899436. Essex.

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 885cc, 1995, taxed to Nov 14, MoT until July 15, 6,050 miles only,Triumph leather panniers, good all round condition, owner retiring, £2900 ovno. Tel. 01933 353665.

Northants.

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 2010, immaculate condition, 10 months’ t&t, pacific blue, fusion white, 12,340 miles, dual seat, back rest, rack, plus solo seat, Triumph short race cans, sounds rides handles, exc condition, £7250.

Tel. 01983 854043. Isle of Wight.

TRIUMPH TRIDENT 900, 28,000 miles, MoT June 2015, tax October 2014, black with red flash on the tank, Hagon rear shocker, K&N filter, rack, fly screen, recent battery, chain, sprockets, £1500. Tel. 07982 299483. Durham.

VESPA 50 classic orange, S 1969, Italian import with original Italian log/registration documents original factory spec, excellent condition all round, UK registered, road tax exempt, 11 months MoT, £2250.Tel. 07572 306434. Glam.

TRIUMPH TRIDENT 900 1996, Triple, 33,500 miles, MoT May 2015, tax November 2014, classic colours red/black, rack, panniers, very reliable, small tank dent, chain tight spot, good collectable bike, £2050 ono. Tel. 07792 235736. Worcs.

VELOCETTE MAC 350cc, Viper frame, t&t, history, buff log book, ace bars, rear sets, £4600. Tel. Ken 01482 650613. Hull, N Humbs.

YAMAHA based chopper, small project to get MoT, XJ600 engine, £800. Tel. 07977 079895. Gtr London.

YAMAHA FZX 750 Fazer, 1986, 20,196 miles, moving house brings sale, exceptional condition, bike is red/black, very neat bolton screen for longer journeys, quantity of spares acquired over the years, owners manual and factory information manual inc, £2400. Tel. 01299 266020.

Worcs.

YAMAHA T-MAX Mk 2, 56 reg, 47k miles, excellent condition, one owner, dealer serviced, full s/h, top box, alarm, touring screen, all panels unmarked, all orig docs and keys, t&t, £1950.

Tel. Paul on 01302 752789. S Yorks.

YAMAHA VITY 125 2011, 125cc, first MoT due November, taxed till October, £850 ono. Tel. 07595 026812. South Yorkshire.

YAMAHA VIRAGO XV 250 2005, black, 15,889 miles, new tax and MoT, garaged, an immaculate lightweight cruiser, £1500. Tel. 07836 316142. Surrey.

YAMAHA VIRAGO XV1100, 1997, 25,000 miles, good condition, years MoT, garaged, currently Sorn, most history and all old MoTs, selling as spare bike and not using. Tel. 07748 806615.

West Sussex.

YAMAHA XT660X t&t, 2005 model, 10,000 miles, heated grips, powder coated swingarm, fork legs, wheels, very good condition, Yamaha seat cover, good tyres, chain, sprockets, £2500 ono. Tel. 07724 387704. W Yorks.

YAMAHA 535 VIRAGO 2003, 2 lady owners from new, MoT and taxed until Sept 2014, 11,175 miles. Tel. 07748 297418. W Sussex.

YAMAHA DIVERSION XJ600N, 1997, new tyres, X-ring chain & sprockets, tatty exhaust, but a great engine, £700 ono. Tel. 07835 349138. Northants.

YAMAHA XJ6 F ABS Diversion, 2012, 7,630 miles, Givi rack, excellent condition, £3995 ovno.

Tel. 07434 191033. Derbys.

YAMAHA XJ6N 2010, very low mileage, vgc, few extras, genuine reason for sale, £3300 ovno. Tel. Dave 07985 622640 please call after 6pm. West Midlands.

YAMAHA TRX850 1997, 10,100 miles, two owners, dark blue metallic with silver frame, colour matched hugger & single seat cover, Braided hoses, tinted screen, standard & loud exhausts, excellent original condition, Sorn, MoT to May 2015, £1950. Tel. 01243 378684. Hampshire.

YAMAHA XJ900F one owner from new, tax September, MoT March 2015, bit tatty but sound and reliable, used daily, £350. Tel. 01480 891319. Cambridgeshire.

YAMAHA XS Eleven Special, 1100cc, 1981-W, US import, great condition, 13,500 miles, long MoT, original except exhaust, real retro cruiser looks, £1695. Tel. 07735 039988. August.

YAMAHA XV 500 1983, good condition, 33,000 km, mag wheels, mono shock, with original tool kit, or swap for fender or gibson electric guitar, £495. Tel. 01747 821673. Dorset.

YAMAHA XVS 650A Dragster Classic, black, 04 reg, 34,500 miles, genuine original UK bike, MoT till Apr 15, tax till October, all ready for some summer cruising!

Outstanding condition, well loved and maintained, two keys and V5 present, beautiful ride handles and runs great, really comfortable with a low seat height, ideal for shorter or female riders especially, deceptively light, comes with footplates, original bike, standard pipes, two previous owners, £2950 ono. Tel. 07870 991704. Wilts.

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YAMAHA FZR 1000 Sadly for sale, 1987, full MoT, 6 months’ tax, custom paint job. custom dials, neon lights, 0-60 in blink and I’ll miss it, top speed of 180mph-ish, fantastic, all mechanically sound, £1500 ono. Tel. 01472 475242. Lincs.

YAMAHA FZS FAZER 600cc, 203, 12,000 miles, taxed/MoT, original, good condition, heated grips, data tagged, crash protectors, service history, rear hugger, dry use only, garaged, £1900 ono. Tel. 0121 4536830; 07714 378253. W Mids.

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