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Kate Canaveral she was called 🚀
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« Last post by Moto63 on November 20, 2024, 08:29:30 AM »Geology..... I mean, how hard can it be?
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by xbally on November 19, 2024, 10:03:06 PM »Thanks Michael.Thanks to all contributors.Hear hear Martin. I remember when I was in a pretty bad way after my accident, which unbelievably is 9 years ago 😮. This forum definitely helped me in a BIG way with my mental wellbeing, so I for one would be gutted if it folded. I usually log on at least once a day and generally just read any new posts.
I think we all agree it's important to try and keep this forum going if we can.
They keep telling us how important these things are for our mental health and general wellbeing.
It's my 67th birthday today
So yes, let’s try and keep it going 👍
Ps... many happy returns for the day Martin. Hope you had a good one 🍾🎂
Cheers, Michael
November's not the greatest month to celebrate a birthday but it's another year gone by. Why do they seem to go more quickly each year as you age?
There used to be a lot more activity on these type of forums years ago but not so much nowadays which is a shame.
I suppose it's social media and other platforms that's to blame. To be honest a lot of the time I feel so out of touch with what's going on in the world it can be difficult to stay grounded and remain upbeat. Sorry I seem to be going off topic again somewhat..........
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by Moto63 on November 19, 2024, 08:50:56 PM »Thanks to all contributors.Hear hear Martin. I remember when I was in a pretty bad way after my accident, which unbelievably is 9 years ago 😮. This forum definitely helped me in a BIG way with my mental wellbeing, so I for one would be gutted if it folded. I usually log on at least once a day and generally just read any new posts.
I think we all agree it's important to try and keep this forum going if we can.
They keep telling us how important these things are for our mental health and general wellbeing.
It's my 67th birthday today
So yes, let’s try and keep it going 👍
Ps... many happy returns for the day Martin. Hope you had a good one 🍾🎂
Cheers, Michael
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by xbally on November 19, 2024, 05:27:54 PM »See below Bill.
Thanks Ian. That's a really useful link. They seem to have a good range and I'm sure I could find something appropriate. Prices also seem good.
My problem is it must be nearly 50 years since I last tried fitting a tyre myself and I recall the battle it was. Even in the late 70's there was a local motor cycle tyre specialist who would do you a deal and fit them.
The RS250 has DID alloy wheels with very soft rims.
I really need a local ish contact to fit them but if I buy online and not from a local source expect to be stung if not buying from them.
I looked at Wheel House Tyres (Birmingham area) but don't fancy the trip via Spagetti Junction nor could I readily find what I wanted at a reasonable price unlike in your link . I must be getting really old in my outlook!
I don't mind travelling a reasonable distance but the journey has to be pleasant - not stuck in traffic on the M5 / M6 / M42!
Although they aren't too far away it's a hellish journey from where I am . I think they are or were linked to central Wheel Co.
I've had some feedback from my local guy and am awaiting more details.
Thanks Ian. That's a really useful link. They seem to have a good range and I'm sure I could find something appropriate. Prices also seem good.
My problem is it must be nearly 50 years since I last tried fitting a tyre myself and I recall the battle it was. Even in the late 70's there was a local motor cycle tyre specialist who would do you a deal and fit them.
The RS250 has DID alloy wheels with very soft rims.
I really need a local ish contact to fit them but if I buy online and not from a local source expect to be stung if not buying from them.
I looked at Wheel House Tyres (Birmingham area) but don't fancy the trip via Spagetti Junction nor could I readily find what I wanted at a reasonable price unlike in your link . I must be getting really old in my outlook!
I don't mind travelling a reasonable distance but the journey has to be pleasant - not stuck in traffic on the M5 / M6 / M42!
Although they aren't too far away it's a hellish journey from where I am . I think they are or were linked to central Wheel Co.
I've had some feedback from my local guy and am awaiting more details.
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by themoudie on November 19, 2024, 05:17:12 PM »Aye Ian,
Never tried them, but they appear to be in your neck of the woods, Coleshill?
Wheel_House_Tyres
Good health, Bill
Never tried them, but they appear to be in your neck of the woods, Coleshill?
Wheel_House_Tyres
Good health, Bill
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Chatter / Re: Cheap Aprilia at Pugh auction
« Last post by CrazyFrog on November 19, 2024, 05:08:15 PM »Isn't this the same engine in the BSA Gold Star 650?
Pretty much the same I think Ian, though given a cosmetic makeover to reproduce the air cooled vibe!
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by iansoady on November 19, 2024, 01:44:05 PM »When you find someone to change tyres in the midlands, give us a heads up Martin. I've always changed my own tyres but neither the flesh nor the spirit is particularaly willing at the moment.....
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by xbally on November 19, 2024, 10:25:02 AM »Thanks to all contributors.
I think we all agree it's important to try and keep this forum going if we can.
They keep telling us how important these things are for our mental health and general wellbeing.
It's my 67th birthday today and while I'm somewhat glad no longer to be in the rat race 9and very glad to be in receipt of my state pension) , perversely I still miss going to work with all the demands that involves.
We are going out for lunch at a local country pub with our son and my elderly mother (nearly 89 and in supported accommodation) and my wife gave me her present last night!
I've had some money off mother so this can be spent on the tyres although I do argue with my wife as they are important safety items should not really come out of birthday funds as they are essential expenses. I also need a front radial for my GPZ500 which has a 2010 date code and has cracks in a few of the the treads which I only noticed the other day. MOT in June was passed with flying colours so these must have developed since then. My mechanic friend tells me you might get away with some deterioration on a rear but on the front is a no no.
I think we all agree it's important to try and keep this forum going if we can.
They keep telling us how important these things are for our mental health and general wellbeing.
It's my 67th birthday today and while I'm somewhat glad no longer to be in the rat race 9and very glad to be in receipt of my state pension) , perversely I still miss going to work with all the demands that involves.
We are going out for lunch at a local country pub with our son and my elderly mother (nearly 89 and in supported accommodation) and my wife gave me her present last night!
I've had some money off mother so this can be spent on the tyres although I do argue with my wife as they are important safety items should not really come out of birthday funds as they are essential expenses. I also need a front radial for my GPZ500 which has a 2010 date code and has cracks in a few of the the treads which I only noticed the other day. MOT in June was passed with flying colours so these must have developed since then. My mechanic friend tells me you might get away with some deterioration on a rear but on the front is a no no.
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Chatter / Re: Tyre Sizing
« Last post by themoudie on November 19, 2024, 12:46:53 AM »Evening Gentlemen,
Sorry! Mornin' all!
Ducati 450 uses 2.75 x 18 on the front WM2 rim and 90/90 x 18 on the rear WM3 rim, I was running a 3.00 x 18, but was running onto the sidewall!
Use Michelin City Extras, or Conti Street brands; Dunlop K82's are sticky, but only last ~2,000 miles on the rear, whilst the Michelin and Conti, about 3,000+ miles. The Michelin have relatively pliant sidewalls and can be fitted, with a tube, grip well on greasy roads and even a wee bit of farm track going. However, they will loose grip on mossy strips up the middle of some back lanes up here, I managed to remain upright!
Having used Heidenau tyres, they are rigid in the sidewalls, a swine to mount and unless they are the racing compound, skaty on salty/greasy/leafy roads!
Hence, I don't use them anymore, inspite of the price. As for Chinese tyres ........ 
I tend to use engine braking , rather than the drum brakes and the old bird is putting out about 35HP and I'm 85Kg (12.5 - 13.0 stone).
Getting somebody else to fit the tyres to the alloy Borranis, using a tyre machine can be expensive at £15 - £20 per wheel, workshop labour rates are now at least £50 an hour, if you can find somebody competent. Hence, I do my own most times.
Tyre suppliers are either Demon Tweeks, or Two Tyres, the latter is my preferred supplier. Very quick, excellent prices and good advice if you are not sure about which manufacturer, type, size that you require, also inflation pressures.
Two_Tyres
Beware of buying tyres directly from Continental suppliers, prices look very appealing until you are stung, with 20% VAT and import duty and "No, I haven't!"
Another reason for the high prices for tyres is that Ukraine used to be a main supplier of carbon black, a critical ingredient in the rubber mix, and supplies now have to be sourced from elsewhere.
Good health and go canny on your first snow of the year darn sarf! Just a wee touchy of frost up here that finally did for the nasturtiums and we still have fresh strawberries in the polytunnel!
Bill
Sorry! Mornin' all!
Ducati 450 uses 2.75 x 18 on the front WM2 rim and 90/90 x 18 on the rear WM3 rim, I was running a 3.00 x 18, but was running onto the sidewall!
Use Michelin City Extras, or Conti Street brands; Dunlop K82's are sticky, but only last ~2,000 miles on the rear, whilst the Michelin and Conti, about 3,000+ miles. The Michelin have relatively pliant sidewalls and can be fitted, with a tube, grip well on greasy roads and even a wee bit of farm track going. However, they will loose grip on mossy strips up the middle of some back lanes up here, I managed to remain upright!
Having used Heidenau tyres, they are rigid in the sidewalls, a swine to mount and unless they are the racing compound, skaty on salty/greasy/leafy roads!
Hence, I don't use them anymore, inspite of the price. As for Chinese tyres ........ I tend to use engine braking , rather than the drum brakes and the old bird is putting out about 35HP and I'm 85Kg (12.5 - 13.0 stone).
Getting somebody else to fit the tyres to the alloy Borranis, using a tyre machine can be expensive at £15 - £20 per wheel, workshop labour rates are now at least £50 an hour, if you can find somebody competent. Hence, I do my own most times.
Tyre suppliers are either Demon Tweeks, or Two Tyres, the latter is my preferred supplier. Very quick, excellent prices and good advice if you are not sure about which manufacturer, type, size that you require, also inflation pressures.
Two_Tyres
Beware of buying tyres directly from Continental suppliers, prices look very appealing until you are stung, with 20% VAT and import duty and "No, I haven't!"
Another reason for the high prices for tyres is that Ukraine used to be a main supplier of carbon black, a critical ingredient in the rubber mix, and supplies now have to be sourced from elsewhere.
Good health and go canny on your first snow of the year darn sarf! Just a wee touchy of frost up here that finally did for the nasturtiums and we still have fresh strawberries in the polytunnel!
Bill