Rossgo's Trip Away!
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I hope so. I know its early but rather be prepared!!
I'll keep this thread updated as and when
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Fwiw I’ve always jammed a piece of j-cloth somewhere on the bike to dry the rain/dew off the seat and any dirt off the tank where my knees sit, saves a soggy bum in leathers and stops a lot of the micro scratching on the tank.
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Best thing to do is stay out of town (share the cost of taxi into town on an evening) at accomodation that has private parking which ideally is also secure private parking.Rossgo wrote:Need opinions please
When I go away I tend to bring with me a light waterproof cover. Now this acts as 2 different protestants. 1, protects from rain over night. 2. Also just helps with deterring that opportunist thief when it's left overnight at a hotel etc. Anything just to slow them down helps a lot in my opinion.
My gut instinct is that I should bring this with me and not change the way I go about it as it does help, but I'd lile to hear opinions on this and if others do the same?
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Thanks for the idea Deegee. Sounds like a good idea.Deegee wrote:Fwiw I’ve always jammed a piece of j-cloth somewhere on the bike to dry the rain/dew off the seat and any dirt off the tank where my knees sit, saves a soggy bum in leathers and stops a lot of the micro scratching on the tank.
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Yea I've arranged all our places now. Whilst at the TT that shouldn't be bad as its a full.on motorcyclists field so I'm pretty certain it will be safe lots of people around won't allow a bike to go being lifted. Hotels on the other hand do have parking but it's always a worry. I've always taken a cover to be honest. My 30 lt carries it nicely so may take it with me anyway as i have room!Blade wrote:Best thing to do is stay out of town (share the cost of taxi into town on an evening) at accomodation that has private parking which ideally is also secure private parking.Rossgo wrote:Need opinions please
When I go away I tend to bring with me a light waterproof cover. Now this acts as 2 different protestants. 1, protects from rain over night. 2. Also just helps with deterring that opportunist thief when it's left overnight at a hotel etc. Anything just to slow them down helps a lot in my opinion.
My gut instinct is that I should bring this with me and not change the way I go about it as it does help, but I'd lile to hear opinions on this and if others do the same?
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Really can't wait for this trip to be honest
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You realise you don’t have to open the thread and read it if it bothers you that much hey?? I know your trying to be funny but majority of the times like this you just come across as an arse IMO.D41 wrote:I can't wait for it to be over.
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So the puncture repair kit arrived today. I had a click and collect from.my local Sainsbury's. It's a very smart pack to be honest. The multi tool looks fine however may need it's knife sharpened as it prob wont cut through the rubber seal although I may just pick up a small pair of scissors. I've also added my own pair of gloves as i think that's essential to stop getting yourself as dirty etc. Soft pack which would fit a little more if you feel the pack needs something else.
All for £20 I'm pretty happy with it!
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Can you pop over to goring mate, I can test it out on my rear tyreRossgo wrote:So the puncture repair kit arrived today. I had a click and collect from.my local Sainsbury's. It's a very smart pack to be honest. The multi tool looks fine however may need it's knife sharpened as it prob wont cut through the rubber seal although I may just pick up a small pair of scissors. I've also added my own pair of gloves as i think that's essential to stop getting yourself as dirty etc. Soft pack which would fit a little more if you feel the pack needs something else.
All for £20 I'm pretty happy with it!
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P.S. joking, the rac should be here shortly
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Do yourself a favour Ross....try using the thing first on an old tyre....the side of the road, in traffic, wearing your gear, etc. is NOT the place to learn how to plug a tyre (don't ask me how I know this!!).
And buy more glue - there's barely enough in those little tubes to fix one flat...and if you fcuk it up, you want a second shot at it. Jar of rubber cement costs next to nowt & will last ages.
And buy more glue - there's barely enough in those little tubes to fix one flat...and if you fcuk it up, you want a second shot at it. Jar of rubber cement costs next to nowt & will last ages.
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Re: Rossgo's Trip Away!
Buy a can of the tyre sealant as well. The plugs alone may not seal a puncture.
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RAC to the rescue!! Hope it's sorted now mateD6Nutz wrote:P.S. joking, the rac should be here shortly
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Cheers for the advice. To be fair I've plugged a fair few tyres now, my current one has a plug in it too!! I have no issues sorting it out however luckily never had to do it by the side of the road. I was thinking of buying some more glue (2quid for a tube but won't buy a jar as don't have the space)D41 wrote:Do yourself a favour Ross....try using the thing first on an old tyre....the side of the road, in traffic, wearing your gear, etc. is NOT the place to learn how to plug a tyre (don't ask me how I know this!!).
And buy more glue - there's barely enough in those little tubes to fix one flat...and if you fcuk it up, you want a second shot at it. Jar of rubber cement costs next to nowt & will last ages.
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I was considering this to be honest. But its just extra on to my list. I will bear this in mind though. Thanks for the advice mateduke63 wrote:Buy a can of the tyre sealant as well. The plugs alone may not seal a puncture.
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Me and my mates who are coming along met up last night for a BBQ and to talk through the plans for the trip, what to pack etc. Nice evening. We have all decided we will be meeting up next week to take the bikes out with our bags fully packed to see how the bags fit eg does it all fit etc!
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