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Re: Well then, here's a good British product! - NWC
I agree Pete, great item.? I got two, one to carry on each bike.? Do you see any reason that they wouldn't work on paint also?........Leonard Peter Cordell wrote: I ordered a few of these after reading the review....all I can say it's absolutely the best thing I've ever used to clean a visor.? No soaps or detergents, just water and the little sponge; works fantastic. ? ? Good service from the distributor, too...in my mailbox in three days. ? Pete C ? ? ? ? Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike says a lot about you ...
What, Britiron no good?? Nonsense!? Get?a grip!? Dennis, bring my drink! ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 4:16 PM Subject: Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike says a lot about you ...
Most unfair to British bikes, I thought :-) ? ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 11:55 PM Subject: Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike says a lot about you ...
Pete You could have added a Thatcher warning.You have put right off my
supper
Dick
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Being from the UK, where we have a graduated system for learners and so my initial response was that I consider a 420 lb machine a little big for a first bike. The biggest issue with bikes, once you get past the basic handling issues is to do with how easy it is to travel at speeds exceeding that of a typical car driver, and yet how different the way it brakes is when you need to stop fast or find yourself rather too committed to a bend.
The W however is an extra-ordinarily well-balanced motorcycle, it can be ridden 'feet up' at walking speed and the throttle response is very smooth.
If you have had experience of dirt bikes, and have completed the course, I'd say a W would be about perfect. It's easily faster than all but the most nimble of classic Brits, possibly only a very good Commando would be quicker ( and lets not forget that the speed of a bike is down to how fast the rider can cope with the flow of information going into his head, not how fast the wheels could go round!)
Many of us have been riding for 30 years plus and find the W650 ticks every box.
Prices range from around $2500 to $4500 depending on condition and the buyers perception of his bike's value!
Jon
I recently completed the MSF rider training and looking to get my
first bike. I have rode dirt bikes and ATV's before, but no real
street driving. I feel fairly comfortable driving a motorcycle, but I
am afraid of getting a bike that is to big. I really like vintage
bikes, but don't really want to deal with all the problems that come
with a motorcycle that is 30 to 40 years old. I am mostly interested
in driving around town and do not really plan to drive on the freeway,
but it would be nice to be able to if I wanted to. Do you all think
that a W650 would be a good bike for a beginner. I would like a bike
that is small enough to develop my riding skills and not out grow in a
few months.
Also what is a fair price to pay for a decent W650?
Thank you,
Dan
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there goes another senior moment
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slowly).
Roy.
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Me? Why would I have a pic of whoever Jim's
dating????? :)
In a message dated 9/26/2007 3:49:15 PM Eastern Daylight
Time, roy@hoolits.plus.com
writes:
More info please Rose.
Pic?
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Sent: Wednesday,
September 26, 2007 8:40 PM
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Well, congrats!?
In a message dated 9/24/2007
7:05:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, jimw650@hotmail.com writes:
but I am
dating again, and pretty happy about that, but having a real life does eat
into my internet life.
Rrrose.
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Next time you check your oil level sight glass and it has a
milky color, don't panic, it may not be your oil you're looking at. Turns out
that's a double paned window, and it can suck in moisture under the right
conditions.
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I found this out on another forum where a member disassembled
a sight glass.
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"When the engine is warm it expands the air in between the
panes and vents to the outside air. Then when it cools it acts like a vacuum and
pulls in the outside air. If that air is moist, then you get
condensation."
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Ancient Chinese proverb: BEFORE PEE ON TREE ALWAYS CHECK FOR BEE. Pete C --- In W650riders@..., "Dennis J. Guggemos" <djguggms@...> wrote:
I posted that on another forum, and a member there remarked that
once he was taking a leak against a tree knothole and got stung by 13 wasps.
There's a moral here, somewhere.
Dennis
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To: W650riders@...
Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 6:32 PM
Subject: [Norton AntiSpam] Re: [W650riders] Interesting bike-
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OUCH!
On 9/25/07, Karen Bunker <jakkofhearts@...> wrote:
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I believe he took the MSF course.
When I took it, I think doing so put one in the accident rate of
somebody with 2 years experience, versus a person who trained
themself or was trained by a friend. Pretty good deal for the
little amount of cash invested.
Jake
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definately a very good beginner bike.
it was my first bike. bought a 2000 w last year. never before had a
bike out of first gear. tried to ride a little 100 something a few
years back and almost took out a bush in my uncles yard. have you ever
driven a bike at all? my first recommendation is is find a long straight
flat area to accomodate your learning. first thing i did was start the
w, then slowly let out the clutch. as soon as i was moving i pulled in
the clutch to stop the driving then stopped using the front brake. only
reached a couple of mph before braking. did this a few times to get
used to the feeling of stuff rushing at you. once i was accustomed to
this i went far enough to shift into 2nd. then when comfortable into
3rd. i spent 2 1/2 hours at the dealership parking lot familiarizing
myself with braking, starting up, turning, signalling with turning
indicators, all the stuff you would do in the street. even ventured
into traffic for 50 feet. went from one entrance to the dealer lot to
the other.i had a 20 or so mile ride home at dusk so i had to get
things right. you will not outgrow the w650. it will be a part of you
very quickly. all those in this group will testify to that. just be
aware that the biking bug bites hard and you will want something bigger
real soon. a word of caution. it is easy to feel confident very quickly
on this bike. i still find myself doing small things that could have a
rather unpleasant outcome. give yourself a few SEASONS of riding
before thinking about a bigger bike. my inexperience at motorcycling
and frustration at my semming long learning curve almost made me sell
my dub and give up the dream. give yourself time to learn, enjoy the
ride, stay alert, read all you can about riding tips and survival.
safety gear such as boots, a good helmet, leather or cotton duck
jacket, gloves and good safety eyewear are indespensible.
practice then practice more. ride and then ride some more. i am so glad
i kept my dubya. you will understand soon. get the dubya and let the
good times roll. enjoy. ride safe. allen
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Well then, here's a good British product! - NWC
I ordered a few of these after reading the
review....all I can say it's absolutely the best thing I've ever used to clean a
visor.? No soaps or detergents, just water and the little sponge; works
fantastic.
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Good service from the distributor, too...in my
mailbox in three days.
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Pete C
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Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike says a lot about
you ...
What, Britiron no good?? Nonsense!?
Get?a grip!? Dennis, bring my drink!
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Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 4:16
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says a lot about you ...
Most unfair to British bikes, I thought
:-)
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From:
To:
Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007
11:55 PM
Subject: Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike
says a lot about you ...
Pete You could have added a Thatcher warning.You have put right off my
supper
Dick
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Agreed. I've had many smaller bikes - this bike has it all. --- In W650riders@..., Salvyrider <salvyrider@...> wrote:
Yeah, it's a real motorcycle alright. Reminds me of a wonderful helmet
sticket I picked up at the Wildwood, NJ Harley Rally: "It used to be
about motorcycles. Now it's a f**ing fashion show."
I concur with the group. No use starting with a puny 250 or some such thing that is quickly going to become too small to enjoy in every condition. The W is forgiving in handling and light enough to be nimble ... I agree. The Dub is a great first bike and a great last bike (but then again I am partial to mid-size Kawis.)
On 9/26/07, Gene Fitch <cafeboy@...> wrote:
Or immature, as the case may be. ;-> ]
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Re: Interesting bike-related article...
I posted that on another forum, and a member there remarked
that once he was taking a leak against a tree knothole and got stung by 13
wasps.
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There's a moral here, somewhere.
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Dennis
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What, Britiron no good?? Nonsense!?
Get?a grip!? Dennis, bring my drink!
----- Original Message -----
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4:16 PM
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Oh, is she reading over your shoulder?
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What
girl? I never notice any woman other than Sue :)
Dick
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I was afraid of that.?
I can only hope that gal at the bottom put your mind back where it
belongs ...???? 
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Most unfair to British bikes, I thought
:-)
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----- Original Message -----
Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007
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Subject: Re: [W650riders] Re: Your bike
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Pete You could have added a Thatcher warning.You have put right off my
supper
Dick
----- Original Message -----
From: "Pete Cordell"
<plkkc@bellsouth.net>
To:
<W650riders@yahoogroups.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, September 26, 2007 5:21 PM
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> Ha! So much of that is so true...very
funny. For comic
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Pete You could have added a Thatcher warning.You have put right off my
supper
Dick
----- Original Message -----
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To:
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Sent:
Wednesday, September 26, 2007 5:21 PM
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> Ha! So much of that is so true...very
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What girl? I never notice any
woman other than Sue :)
Dick
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I was afraid of that.?
I can only hope that gal at the bottom put your mind back where it belongs
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