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Need help/mechanic NSW

Yes I'll pay, was replacing my tail tidy and realised idk where to go from here, the new one is mounted but idk how to put it back together

2017 mt07, message me pls, can give details

u/vznrn — 8 hours ago
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Are quad locks universal?

My bike had this quad lock attached to the handlebars when I bought it. I'm wanting to get a case so I can use it, are all cases compatible?

u/lonewolf4895 — 16 hours ago

Bike recommendations for long distance travelling (Sydney to Adelaide)

So I’ve been thinking I really want to do a trip to Adelaide by bike but I’m not really sure what the best bike would be. but if anyone has done the trip or a similar trip I would really appreciate some tips.
obviously before I go I’m going to plan the trip but tips would still be good

I’m restricted to LAMS which is annoying😩 but I need something that can hold a decent amount of fuel and is good for dirt and normal roads

I also need to be able to store quite a bit like food,water,clothing also a spare battery and preferably spare fuel also can’t forget tools

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u/Logieboii — 19 hours ago

What’s the dumbest thing you’ve done on a bike that you laugh about now?

We’ve all had at least one moment where we’ve done something so stupid that it’s funny looking back. Could be a rookie mistake, forgetting something obvious, or making a decision that seemed fine at the time. No judgement here, just keen to hear the stories people can laugh about now.

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u/QuantumGremlin — 1 day ago

Question about riding as passenger

Hi 👋

This may be weird to some but I was wondering how I could experience being a passenger on a bike !??

I used to ride with my dad when I was younger and loved it. Unfortunately I no longer can ride with him and its been years trying to hitch a ride on a bike 😚 even for 10mns!! I see bikes everyday on my way to work and im sooo nostalgic!

Am I stupid for even imagining I could try again unless I have one myself ? 🥹

Any suggestions?? Maybe a club ? 😅

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u/Lass_in_oz — 20 hours ago
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EBay exhaust popping on deceleration

I just bought a 2023 model with just a cheap eBay sc project and it keeps popping heaps on deceleration only starting at 3k rpms and below and I was wondering if anyone knows what the problem is
I’ve already changed the exhaust gaskets and put exhaust sealant on the mid pipe connection and the can connection as well I got a tune first as I though that was the reason but that hasn’t fixed it
Any help would be really appreciated as I can’t find what the problem is
Thank you

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u/Aggravating_Job_5848 — 19 hours ago

Upgrade?

Talk me out of selling my ER6N (LAMS/ABS/2012; I think mine has been de-restricted, can’t say for sure) and upgrading to a 2008/9 Z750 (no ABS)
I’m a bit tired of how the parallel twin sounds, I’ve never owner a four pot and would like to experience that at least once in my life.
A bit of background- Ive been riding for close to 10 years and have owned a RE Himalayan and my current ER6N so far.
The main use case is to commute to work.

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u/lithuminium — 1 day ago

Tips On Improving Bad Headlight Fitment

Just wondering if theres anything I can do improve the fitment of this headlight. Number on the back of the unit is YHA-169 SAE M83 and as far as I know it came stock with the bike. Thank you.

u/Alternative-OK-OK — 20 hours ago

Undergarments for AAA riding jeans?

Hey riders, I’m looking for some guidance from riders with knowledge/ experience with this as I’m really unsure if it’s overkill.

I’ve just purchased some AAA rated Bull-it Guardian jeans made with Covec and they also have level 2 knee and hip armour. I don’t know how much confidence exactly to have in the material alone, as I’m more used to two layer pants with Kevlar, so the single layer feel is hard to get used to in terms of feeling protected. Photos obvs show the material components for more info.

For context I mostly pootle to work (approx 10 mins each way at 50-60km in low-mod traffic) including the expressway once a week (approx 20 mins at 100kms in mod traffic) with infrequent day rides of different speeds with another rider maybe once every 1-2 months.

Would it be too much to invest in the Pando Moto skin undergarment (also AAA) to wear underneath or would the jeans alone be sufficient.

I know that leathers will ultimately offer better protection, but my focus is on my current situation right now.

Really appreciate any advice here. I want to be safe but am really unsure if the added layer would be too much for the type of riding I’m doing. Definitely not out there trying to break speed or manoeuvre records 😅

u/HumanRaccoon_ — 1 day ago

First bike as a girl

Hello:)

I desperately want to buy my first bike but have no experience or knowledge in riding one.

Dropping the bike is a given so I’m opting for marketplace, but how do I go about buying one without being scammed? I don’t have friends that ride, no man in my life that can help me assess the bike, honestly no one that can help me buy a decent bike.

To make it worse I don’t really know anything about bikes or even cars.

I’m 5’1 and roughly 49kg so being short might give off vulnerability too:/

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u/firsttimeiguess — 2 days ago

Are Pedestrians getting worse?

I was riding home from work and about 5 mins from home I ended up colliding with a woman who didn't look in my direction. Thankfully on approach I slowed down for the car edging out of the servo. This meant I was doing 30-40 instead of 60. Luckily she was ok, the Ambos checked her out and she didn't go to hospital.

My bike (BMW F800 GSA) needs a bunch of cosmetic work done, insurance is on it, hopefully she can afford the repairs so I get the excess back.

I ride through the city around 5pm on the way home and the way pedestrians are expecting me to avoid them is getting ridiculous.

Anyone else experiencing this getting worse?

u/applimatix — 2 days ago

Dainese store in Sydney

Looking for some help from Sydney riders!

I want to buy my boyfriend a nice riding jacket as a gift, preferably Dainese or Alpinestars. I really like the Dainese Saint Louis, but since motorcycle jackets can be tricky with sizing, I’d ideally like to buy from a physical Sydney store where he can easily exchange it or go in and try alternatives if it doesn’t fit.

He’s also notoriously awkward about receiving gifts, so taking him shopping beforehand would completely defeat the purpose 😂

Which Sydney stores have a good Dainese/Alpinestars range and are genuinely easy to deal with for exchanges?

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u/OkLove6515 — 1 day ago

Cameras and fines

Hey Guys,

Needed some advice, so thought I’ll post here. I’m getting back to riding soon after a few years off. I’m planning to get an R7 HO.

In Victoria, what’s the situation with cameras and fine? Like most of my commute will be on M1 & M3. Since all cameras (except 1) face the on coming traffic, does that mean people on motorcycles don’t get fined on these roads? Since motorcycles have plates only on the rare and the camera can’t technically catch that.

Also what’s the situation with flip plates?

Need some serious advice here. As this will be my first time riding in vic (was in Tassie before).

Cheers!!

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u/DisasterSuccessful11 — 2 days ago

Undergarments for AAA riding jeans?

Hey riders, I’m looking for some guidance from riders with knowledge/ experience with this as I’m really unsure if it’s overkill.

I’ve just purchased some AAA rated Bull-it Guardian jeans made with Covec and they also have level 2 knee and hip armour. I don’t know how much confidence exactly to have in the material alone, as I’m more used to two layer pants with Kevlar, so the single layer feel is hard to get used to in terms of feeling protected. Photos obvs show the material components for more info.

For context I mostly pootle to work (approx 10 mins each way at 50-60km in low-mod traffic) including the expressway once a week (approx 20 mins at 100kms in mod traffic) with infrequent day rides of different speeds with another rider maybe once every 1-2 months.

Would it be too much to invest in the Pando Moto skin undergarment (also AAA) to wear underneath or would the jeans alone be sufficient.

I know that leathers will ultimately offer better protection, but my focus is on my current situation right now.

Really appreciate any advice here. I want to be safe but am really unsure if the added layer would be too much for the type of riding I’m doing. Definitely not out there trying to break speed or manoeuvre records 😅

u/HumanRaccoon_ — 1 day ago

Check ride in Ballarat

Hey everyone, I've had to book my MLA in ballarat instead of Horsham because they're full, and im SUPER nervous as I barely know Horsham, but I know Ballarat even less. Has anyone here done it in Ballarat? If so, any pointers? What's the route like? Do they go far into Ballarat itself? What bikes do they have?

I live two hours away so I can't ride up and practice.
Any tips for the MLA in general? I had a crash on a 125 (it was rainy and my instructor said it was no fault of my own, many people have come off where I did) for a check ride, and im super nervous to get back on one after it. But I don't want to take my bike to Ballarat because that also makes me nervous😭

But i passed my check ride, just have to do MLA but i feel like my friends are sick of me asking questions about bikes (they all know more than me and i learn by asking things) but i figured id try ask here :))

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u/BrilliantProfessor48 — 2 days ago

Motorbikes vs wildlife

I live in the wheatbelt outside Perth. Roos are a thing around here, foxes, 28's, Pink & Grays etc

What's peoples experiences with country roads and bikes? Is my logic of' well if it loud enough everything will hear me coming' laughable or legit ...?

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u/Spare-Ad-2684 — 3 days ago