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So what have you had out of her so far?
I bought a Halfords brand cycle computer wireless and when my proper speedo is saying 140kph my cycle speedo is saying 71mph should really get the missus to follow me in the car but not done that yet.
I am more inclined to believe the cycle speedo but if so I am a wee bit disappointed at only 70mph, thought it would be nearer 85 or something.
I have a new speedo to fit tomorrow so we will see what changes that shows.
Ian
When I got my bike I was also required to flollow a strict service scedule for the gaurentee to remain valid, after I had my first one which cost about £80 too I was like "lol no" and learned to service it my self instead. The ammount of money that I've saved is probably approaching the value of the bike and well exceeds the cost of any repair that could be required. The ammount of regular services required to keep my gaurentee valid is just criminal, my bike's.... distributor (Sinnis) even requires proof of service and I bet they make it as hard as possible to make a gaurentee claim by pulling all sorts of crap like "we didn't get the proof of service" or some other loop-hole, they even hide (or omit) the gaurentee claim information on their website.Quote:
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Hey Ian,Quote:
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I'm getting about the same - haven't scrutinized yet - but it appears that the on-board speedo starts reading between 5 to 10 mph faster than actual after 40mph.. I will try and get paced while riding to confirm which is accurate. I also am inclined to go for the cycle clock..
I have tested the top speed with a GPS and I've tried all sorts of gearing combinations, the fastest I got was 122.8km/h ... this is not a fast bikeQuote:
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Very cool. I like the oiler. Great pics. Thinking of getting something similar here. Or keep modifying mine. I have had some good fun on my 200.
This is what happened to my new bike when a plonker while driving decides to use his phone.
I was stopped at a roundabout - and my bike became invisible. And I flew just like Superman - over the handle bars that is!
R.I.P. my Adrenaline....
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Looks like bent frame...write-off? Claim on their insurance and get a 2nd hand Honda.
The main thing is that are ok and survived the carelessness of the stupid cager. The bike can always be replaced, I guess you could buy secondhand but if you want new then get anorher as mine has not let me down.
WGH, Rob sorry to read/hear of the crash. Could have been much worse I guess. But how are you, aside from your sudden exposure as Superman? Did the constabulary attend the crash? If so I hope they throw the book at the plonker, considering that this was not an accident given that the driver of the other vehicle made a conscious decision to use the cellular phone.
Is that not against the law there in the UK? If not, it should be (with the exception of operation with hands free or when operating a RT).
Did the plonker accept responsibility/liability? Was the plonker at least concerned over your welfare, and/or apologetic? I'd like to hope so...
Does seem as though the frame or at minimum the rear subframe is bent? Trust you have comprehensive insurance? No plate on that rear end - was it a hit from the rear while you were stopped at the round-a-bout?
the damage isn't that bad, if it wad here in China, a new frame and swingarm would cost less than 100 pounds, problem solved
Perhaps a new frame and swingarm might cost a little Reminbi, but then one has to factor in the time/costs to transplant running gear etc. between one frame and the other and getting it done to a high level of workmanship, as well as factoring the cost of being off the road - forget about whether one has alternative transport or not... make the plonker pay... after all his/her attention was diverted purposefully which lead to the crash, which there for the grace of gawd <insert whatever magical force/fate one subscribes too here>...
The main thing is that WGH was able to get up afterwards, and scribe the report to us.
Dear WGH,
Glad that you are OK -- though that's really only an assumption, since you didn't discuss your own condition.
Will this cager go to jail for this? It was not an accident, but a criminal act, so they should do time.
And if you get anything short of total compensation plus a pain and suffering penalty, there's something seriously wrong with UK law. I think Serpentza was kidding. Yes, in China someone would polish it up and sell it for new, not even disclosing that it had been in a collision. Take the compensation, and get yourself back on an uncompromised bike.
good luck with the recovery (and litigation)!
euphonius
Oh Dear
Sorry about that bump, hopefully you are ok.
Guy pulled out in front of me last week, phone in one hand and the sh!t took his other hand of the wheel to stick his hand out to say sorry, hands free kits are a lot cheaper than the fine and 3 points.
Anyway hope things get sorted quickly for you.
Ian
Oh
I hope your bad back and whiplash and that pain in your shoulder and hip get suitably compensated.
Ian
Hi Dennis,Quote:
Originally Posted by bikerdoc
Yep a rear-ender, the guy did accept responsibility - no option really lol... I was stopped at a very busy roundabout, I remember checking my mirror, just traffic approaching from behind. Then my attention went to look for a gap to enter the roundabout. Then - WALLOP - happens in an instant - I can remember hitting his bonnet/hood, then being catapulted into the oncoming traffic. There was a guy in a V8 Monaro that swerved around me, he went back around to see if I was ok, in fact he stayed with me until the ambulance arrived and even went to the hospital with me, he let my wife know where I was and stayed until family arrived - top bloke...
I was lucky not being run over by the rush hour traffic............
While on the stretcher, I saw my bike underneath his car - I remember the coolant from his engine pouring onto the ground, and also the damage caused to his car, the front looked caved in, and of course the big dent in his bonnet/hood.
The rest is history.. RIP my poor bike...
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Cheers guys, I thank my lucky stars - it could have ended so different....
I was sore for around three weeks after the accident. I was released from hospital after around five hours.Quote:
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ATGATT - thank goodness I had a full face lid on. The front of it took the collision. I wouldn't have had much of a face left if I was wearing an open face...
Here in the UK, they have introduced something called "DriveSafe", this is where minor offenses are dealt with - its a classroom based course lasting around four hours, It costs more than a fine, but by taking this route, they avoid points on their license.
I did ask my solicitor, what would happen to the cager, and it looks like he will be offered this avenue - I guess because it was not classed as a serious accident.... Work that one out!
All in the hand of the legal system - but I am claiming against his insurance.
A couple of final words here friends - especially at this time of year - Ride safe........
Great to hear that you are okay, Rob. Even though the driver hit you from the rear, he might/could of alleged that you stopped/braked suddenly, so some kudos for him putting his hand up and taking on the 'full' responsibility for his mistake. It happens. Not so good news on the bike front, though machines like 99% of all material objects are replaceable, whereas our lives are not.
Still I'm relieved to read that you are okay. On a slight off-topic, I've been finally getting round to editing/reformatting the Nick Sanders videos... down from DVD size and quality to more manageable VCD type size and formats. I'm still on the look out though for the Incredible Ride, of Nick on the XT1200Z...
Right you are then, get yourself all ship-shape, well rested, and have a bloody great BiG MeRrY XmAs... one and all!
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So sorry to read this, but thankful you are still here to tell us about it! I hope you haven't given up on bikes, but would understand if you did!
Cheers culcune - not given up on bikes buddy...Quote:
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To all my friends here.
:goodtime: I wish you all a sincere Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year! :goodtime:
:riding: Ride Safe :riding:
Glad to read this!Quote:
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Just incase someone stumbles across my old posts.
Please go and read my final post in
http://www.mychinamoto.com/forums/sh...9039#post69039