Author Topic: what did you do with your fazer today ? (Read 1604170 times)

Hedgetrimmer · « **Reply #950 on:** 24 August 2013, 11:20:30 am »

Yeah, but at least he's now got somewhere to hide the evidence....

devilsyam · « **Reply #951 on:** 24 August 2013, 12:34:39 pm »

Not a pi55 take but I wouldn't use that frame to pull skin off milk way to flimsy flat bar jeez box section min for torsional strengh let alone load

ChristoT · « **Reply #952 on:** 24 August 2013, 12:37:49 pm »

Quote from: devilsyam on 24 August 2013, 12:34:39 pm

Not a pi55 take but I wouldn't use that frame to pull skin off milk way to flimsy flat bar jeez box section min for torsional strengh let alone load

It's not box, it's solid steel. Seemed OK yesterday, will use it on the bike, checking at regular intervals to see if it needs any further bracing

Dead Eye · « **Reply #953 on:** 24 August 2013, 10:21:59 pm »

Is it still connected to the bike - yes - no further bracing required

*10 mins later*

Is it still connected to the bike - uhh... no... - much more bracing required... once I find it...

ChristoT · « **Reply #954 on:** 24 August 2013, 10:24:34 pm »

Quote from: Dead Eye on 24 August 2013, 10:21:59 pm

Is it still connected to the bike - yes - no further bracing required

*10 mins later*

Is it still connected to the bike - uhh... no... - much more bracing required... once I find it...

I think I'd notice half the frame getting ripped off...

Dead Eye · « **Reply #955 on:** 24 August 2013, 10:41:39 pm »

You didn't notice that verge creeping up on you... on a straight road...

Skippernick · « **Reply #956 on:** 24 August 2013, 10:57:13 pm »

Quote from: Dead Eye on 24 August 2013, 10:41:39 pm

You didn't notice that verge creeping up on you... on a straight road...

Oh harsh

ChristoT · « **Reply #957 on:** 24 August 2013, 11:01:15 pm »

Quote from: Dead Eye on 24 August 2013, 10:41:39 pm

You didn't notice that verge creeping up on you... on a straight road...

Because that is straight...

Remind me never to touch your spare forks!

51.237585,-1.381307 is where the off happened - after that corner. AND I had an SR125 up my arse, pushing me further in than usual.

ChristoT · « **Reply #958 on:** 26 August 2013, 09:54:27 pm »

Had a great day, took the trailer for high speed road trials, and discovered it doesn't like going above 60mph. Might be better loaded. Had a relaxed bimble down the M3 to Fareham to claim a cuppa and a chat from Fireblake. Good ride, good tea, good company!

Now get those wheels sorted, Mickey!

fazersharp · « **Reply #959 on:** 26 August 2013, 11:48:13 pm »

You know one of the questions the insurance ask you. "do you have any modifications" what on earth are you going to say. And you do know that your insurance in any mis hap will be null and void

ChristoT · « **Reply #960 on:** 27 August 2013, 12:03:40 am »

The insurers have been notified, the extras aren't covered for fire or theft, but the lot, trailer included, is 3rd party protected. At no extra cost.

It's amazing, I don't think they give a fuck! Wicked Quotes are my brokers, very helpful over the phone too.

fazersharp · « **Reply #961 on:** 27 August 2013, 12:14:17 am »

Ok you are all good then, forgive me for assuming

Punkstig · « **Reply #962 on:** 27 August 2013, 08:41:50 am »

'Does your bike have a sidecar fitted?'

'Yes, but its fitted at the rear!'

ChristoT · « **Reply #963 on:** 27 August 2013, 10:30:23 pm »

Quote from: Punkstig on 27 August 2013, 08:41:50 am

'Does your bike have a sidecar fitted?'

'Yes, but its fitted at the rear!'

Punk - you'll get to admire the rack on Sunday, and I plan to stop off for an hour or so at South Mimms services Sunday next (8th) to show off the trailer to Foccers on the way to Holland.

Dead Eye · « **Reply #964 on:** 27 August 2013, 11:00:23 pm »

Ooh, I may actually be on the road then so may well pop along to say hello

ChristoT · « **Reply #965 on:** 27 August 2013, 11:29:53 pm »

Quote from: Dead Eye on 27 August 2013, 11:00:23 pm

Ooh, I may actually be on the road then so may well pop along to say hello

Will post up a meet thread when I know what I'm doing!

Hedgetrimmer · « **Reply #966 on:** 27 August 2013, 11:39:56 pm »

Quote from: ChristoT on 27 August 2013, 11:29:53 pm

.....when I know what I'm doing!

Never happen

Dead Eye · « **Reply #967 on:** 28 August 2013, 06:02:10 pm »

Forks reassembled and re-attached plus front wheel and calipers back on. Generator cover removed, replaced and refitted. Tested my handlebars - they are definitely bent but I think I can get away with them not fouling the tank

Need to order a new set of lights though which is certainly going to hurt my bank balance (only spent about £20-30 so far) plus at least one front indicator which I think got left on the road after the crash...

Certainly getting there, it looks more like a bike now

Hedgetrimmer · « **Reply #968 on:** 28 August 2013, 08:29:03 pm »

Just did my little evening ride again, won't be able to before long as the evenings are already drawing in

After the short run to Burford, crossing the A40, I then turn right for Chipping Norton on the A361 - fast, winding and open.
Just as I reach C/N, I turn right onto the B4026 and this is where the real fun begins. What a brilliant little road! Tight, twisty, up and down, with a few short fast stretches, it's got the lot! The gravel has really settled down and cleared up now, and the surface is once again grippy, and much smoother now.
Stig, if you're reading this, it knocks the B4030 into a cocked hat! (I sneaked a look at that one earlier today).
First time I explored this route, it took just about an hour - now down to 40 mins, but still using due care where necessary of course.
That's me happy for the day

ChristoT · « **Reply #969 on:** 28 August 2013, 08:35:10 pm »

Trailer finished!

Pics tomorrow on the trailer thread!

Liroka · « **Reply #970 on:** 29 August 2013, 11:22:00 am »

I have loaned it to a mate because a part of his BMW K100LT went up in flames yesterday.

t140 · « **Reply #971 on:** 29 August 2013, 12:30:55 pm »

New MOT no advisories

ChristoT · « **Reply #972 on:** 30 August 2013, 07:43:26 pm »

Tuning it up for LoFos on Sunday!

Did an impressive wiring job on the 12V though. It was meant to be on when the ignition was off, and off when the ignition was off - but it's the opposite!! How the hell did I manage that?!?

noggythenog · « **Reply #973 on:** 31 August 2013, 04:00:13 pm »

Fitted my Renthal 758's,got all the switch gear back together, Fitted my cnc levers, fitted the fairing frame & did a mock up of my new fairing & it looks sweet.

Tried fitting my bar end mirrors but couldnt because the renthals have a 13mm internal diameter instead of the standard 18mm,the rubber insert was too big so I've emailed the company to ask them if it's as simple as sending me a smaller rubber insert.

After much looking, & looking again...i cant fit the bar end mirrors to Renthals $:\$ ,so ill send them back & get some standard bar mount mirrors instead.

Punkstig · « **Reply #974 on:** 31 August 2013, 04:42:46 pm »

I'm not allowed to say what I did with mine today!