The Motorcycle riders thread

[Deuce]

I didn't know about this page here is my 1992 FJ1200, underwent a paint and panel resto last year with a change of colour to the euro scheme, last pic is original colour
https://www.dropbox.com/s/q537kacnrtrt5dz/20210618_110512.jpg?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rletqlmu4q6feey/20210618_110502.jpg?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/noqez3s2h8huaub/20210204_174428.jpg?dl=0

That paintwork has come out well.
The blacked out rear tyre splash guard thing being black makes it looks heaps newer/better than the color coded original.

 

[afstruct]

Thought I'd add my new toy/project...
98 trx850..
R1 usd front end, gsxr rear shock... r1 tail (not staying!!)

A bit of cafe racer look will be added, after rw...


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Love IT , my only second new vehicle, they've all been bikes and only 3 .
Bought a 97 green TRX new and had until 2006 = loved it.

 

[afstruct]

Ahead of it's time ? = what could have been!!!!

 

[afstruct]

https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Laverda/laverda_1000_v6 78.htm

 

[hademall]

I know what some of you guys may think, but I don’t care. This was my 1964 Li 150 Lambretta scooter with a GP200 engine. 8 inch wheels, **** front and rear drum brakes, and the handling capabilities of an out of control concrete helicopter. At a speed of approximately 90kph plus, on our **** potholed roads, you don’t need to mix it with the know alls at the men’s shed who insist you put on your ear muffs and safety goggles whilst your vacuuming up the Rich Tea biscuit crumbs, for that adrenaline rush.

 

[Martbar]

https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Laverda/laverda_1000_v6 78.htm

Mate 140 horses out of a 1000cc motor in 77-78, nothing wrong with that.

 

[Deuce]

I know what some of you guys may think, but I don’t care. This was my 1964 Li 150 Lambretta scooter with a GP200 engine. 8 inch wheels, **** front and rear drum brakes, and the handling capabilities of an out of control concrete helicopter. At a speed of approximately 90kph plus, on our **** potholed roads, you don’t need to mix it with the know alls at the men’s shed who insist you put on your ear muffs and safety goggles whilst your vacuuming up the Rich Tea biscuit crumbs, for that adrenaline rush.

That is actually cool!

 

[Smitty]

I know what some of you guys may think, but I don’t care. This was my 1964 Li 150 Lambretta scooter with a GP200 engine. 8 inch wheels, **** front and rear drum brakes, and the handling capabilities of an out of control concrete helicopter. At a speed of approximately 90kph plus, on our **** potholed roads, you don’t need to mix it with the know alls at the men’s shed who insist you put on your ear muffs and safety goggles whilst your vacuuming up the Rich Tea biscuit crumbs, for that adrenaline rush.

rode one of those around northern Italy when there in 2013 (or was it 2014?) Couldn't believe a local bike shop was renting them
for some ridiculous sum... Euro15 a day comes to mind

around Milan and the burbs it was great, parking a doddle (park anywhere with the cars), even around the lakes. Lots of curves !
The road to Menaggio is certainly easy enough to go by ferry with your car to Bellagio, plus you could stop by and see the grounds at Villa d'Este on your way, or stop by Villa Carlotta. It is even easier on the Lambretta... and yeah parking is a no brainer (you cannot park in Bellagio with a car)

 

[afstruct]

That is actually cool!

I sooo would love a 50s Moto Guzzi Galletto ,= the pick would be a 56 , 192cc = club rego = shopping duties each week and the odd club outing/display= fun!!!
https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf...hUKEwjd_7-o18L2AhU9zDgGHSXcDEsQvgUoAXoECAEQOg

 

[Lex]

I sooo would love a 50s Moto Guzzi Galletto ,= the pick would be a 56 , 192cc = club rego = shopping duties each week and the odd club outing/display= fun!!!
https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf...hUKEwjd_7-o18L2AhU9zDgGHSXcDEsQvgUoAXoECAEQOg

Needs the side car for the shopping.