Reply With QuoteI didn’t notice anything too scary on either of the passes I’m thinking about, Steve, although warning noted!Originally Posted by higham5
In my memory, the Chimney bank is far less of a challenge than Hardknott - but again, that may be because there was far less traffic on that one.
[QUOTE=higham5;6317914]I’m not sure about the Del Mar, it’s supposed to be outstanding but the range is very limited and without a fast charging option.
I’d still go for the larger one or a Zero SR/F
If this thing with its looong wheelbase, 22" seat height/lack of forward vision (on steep hills), feet-forward riding position and tiller `bars can go up Hardknot and Wrynose then anything can, you don`t need a bike with any specific characteristics to tackle it.
What it does need however is commitment and determination from the rider, if you hesitate, stall or make a feeble attempt it can go wrong very quickly on some of the knarly sections.
It`s not difficult really, just plan ahead and watch for oncoming traffic.
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Lower gear and more revs needed.
Given the truly appalling weather of late I've decided to leave the Bonnie in the garage and give it a good clean. Whilst doing so I discovered the chrome rear springs are starting to rust, which wasn't immediately apparent as it was on the underside. So they're off now and going to be refurbed in black.
R
Ignorance breeds Fear. Fear breeds Hatred. Hatred breeds Ignorance. Break the chain.
Over the last day or two, I've now watched far too many videos of people going over Hardknott. The trouble almost always came at the same spot - the hairpin over on the far left:
There are definitely a couple of tricky corners. A clear run, low gear, enough revs and the right line and you’ll be fineOver the last day or two, I've now watched far too many videos of people going over Hardknott. The trouble almost always came at the same spot - the hairpin over on the far left:
Try and do it in both directions - uphill is usually not as dauntingThere are definitely a couple of tricky corners. A clear run, low gear, enough revs and the right line and you’ll be fine
Just got my Yamaha back from its ACF-50 treatment. The perfect bike for the Hardknott Pass. Just need to get the all clear from the orthopaedic surgeon later today, and if so I’ll be back on 2 wheels by the end of the month.
ACF 50. Great stuff! But when she smokes on start up and you forget about the ACF50 it always makes me panic until I remember!Just got my Yamaha back from its ACF-50 treatment. The perfect bike for the Hardknott Pass. Just need to get the all clear from the orthopaedic surgeon later today, and if so I’ll be back on 2 wheels by the end of the month.
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Just been to take the T7 for a blast - darn battery’s flat - just on charge now
Excellent news about getting back on the bike. Tmax looks well too.Just got my Yamaha back from its ACF-50 treatment. The perfect bike for the Hardknott Pass. Just need to get the all clear from the orthopaedic surgeon later today, and if so I’ll be back on 2 wheels by the end of the month.
Having ignored all the good advice about owning two Boxer-engined bikes simultaneously, I rode down to Cheltenham to collect the RS this morning.
I'm well chuffed with it, and it was an absolute bargain which is not something you hear too often about Beemers.
First changes will be a taller screen and a relocation of the GPS.
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I'm sure you've changed bikes more often than I have now!Having ignored all the good advice about owning to Boxer-engined bikes simultaneously, I rode down to Cheltenham to collect the RS this morning.
I'm well chuffed with it, and it was an absolute bargain which is not something you hear too often about Beemers.
First changes will be a taller screen and a relocation of the GPS.
Hehe. We should have a competition
Since 2018 I’ve had 10 different bikes
Bobber black
Ducati Xdiavel
Speedmaster
Bobber tfc
Ducati. Xdiavel
Speedmaster
Rocket3
Bobber
Xdiavel
TMax.
After two weeks without an opportunity to go out —— set off for Wold Newton under a sunny sky. Unfortunately thanks to closed roads for flooding, and the A1079 almost at a standstill it took me an eternity just to reach Fridaythorpe. As I was leaving there, having had a rest / leak / bite at the petrol station, I saw on the corner a cafe that presumably I should have gone to — Seaways?
There was more flooding in Norton, so that gave me a lot more going round in circles. 81 miles in total, the majority of which were totally pointless.
At the crest of the Wolds, on the East Riding / North Yorks border, the wind smacking into me and my little 125 doing a claimed 67mph (as if) a biker going in the opposite direction gave me and my L plates not just a nod, but a raised fist salute, which did me a world of good
I call it evens...
Since 2018 - ten different bikes
F750GS Z900RS R1250GS CB1100EX Scrambler 1100XC Multistrada 950S Tiger 1200 GT Explorer V85TT Travel R1250GS TE Trophy R1250RS SE
Absolute madness.
I must be slacking:
Tiger 800
Bonneville T100
Multistrada 1200S
1290 Super Duke R (gen 2)
R1250GS TE
Diavel (Gen 2 1200)
Streetfighter V2
However, compensated to some extent by numerous test rides (why buy when I can ride the dealerships)
Come on Tony......I've got you down for 9 by my reckoning???
You win! Since 2018…
Street Twin
Street Triple
R9T
Thruxton R
Tiger 900 GT Pro
Sport Glide
T120 Black
Missed the most are the R9T and the TTR, but decisions made have been for the right reasons. The T120 will likely be my last, though, as at my age it does everything I need a bike to do. (The list would be different if seat height wasn’t such an important factor, I have to say.)
How did you get nine, Mark?
Well I’ve got the go ahead from the orthopedics to bare full weight on the leg, but there is one screw that needs to come out in a few months time as it’s poking out a bit. Apparently it can be done as a day case so no big deal. The surgeon put a bit of a frightener on me by saying that if I have another incident, the likely hood is almost certain that I’d lose the leg… best be careful then🤓
12 bikes in total since 2001 when I started riding, but 4 since 2021.
I got a CCM Spitfire Cafe Racer which was a mistake.
The GSX-S1000 was only ever going to be a stop gap until the CCM was sold.
I then got the 2022 S1000R which I'd have kept for ages had I not made the mistake of test riding the M1000R, which I fully intend to keep for a good while.
Andy
Wanted - Damasko DC57
Hopefully you've had all your bad luck for a while, but yes - please take care.
Andy
Wanted - Damasko DC57
Will do… I’m still very annoyed that such a stupid slip up at 10 mph did so much damage. 🙁😡
Cotswold have had some good deals recently. I think they may be struggling a little.
BTW, I've managed to avoid the perils of owning two boxer-engined Beemers at the same time by having 3 of them :-)
Yeah, I was surprised at their pricing, but happy to take the deal.
As for your last point, I knew there was a way forward, so thanks.
Careful, you’re beginning to sound like Tony!
You mean 'Keeper Tony' ?Careful, you’re beginning to sound like Tony!
When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks long into you.........
.Enoch you have missed off the Forza!
Hey you're right…. So that’s 11 then🤓🤓
I only remember because you listed it on SC and it was a minter ;)
I'm sure you'd be happy to forget this one, but...............(from page 5 of this thread?)
Success! A couple of years old, 6000 miles on the clock, FDSH, just serviced and pristine!
Should be picking it up at 5ish.
Not sure if previously mentioned
https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-...g-diavel/47953
Found an list of biker friendly cafes. It includes the Harbour Cafe in Bridlington. Is that advice still up to date?
Headed east until I ran out of east
Sounds like you are enjoying the freedom of your new mode of transport.
Looks like Flamborough Head to me.
R
Ignorance breeds Fear. Fear breeds Hatred. Hatred breeds Ignorance. Break the chain.
Yes Flamborough Head, the corner the coast takes as it goes from Bridlington to Filey. As this will be my longest trip yet, am taking a second break, in Seaways in Fridaythorpe. My bike is looking gloriously tiny next to all the others in the car park.
I had been wondering what had happened to the wanderlust of.my youth and oh its alive and well, very glad to have an opportunity to get up and running again.
EDIT - that ended up being 96 miles. Snack in Bridlington as I peered at my map, lunch and coffee at Flamborough Head, hot chocolate and a chat with a guy on a Harley 883 at Seaways, 4½ hours.
And quite a lot of mud accumulated, but that can wait until after my trip to Leyburn on Sunday
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I thought it fair to update this post
Although I was annoyed at being mislead regarding the advert, and it should be made clear on what you’re actually buying. Amazon have come through and given a full refund plus postage costs of £20. They only cost £9.50 to send back, so not sure why they paid £20.
So because I bought 2 I’m £21 quid up.👍
Every cloud
I wish to formally backtrack...
Circumstances today meant that I was able to do Hardknot and Wrynose on the way to a weekend in Hawes.
Ok, a late departure meant I did them in the dark, which really didn't help, but Hardknot in particular is a lot more gnarly than I remember.
Enjoy your weekend in Hawes - a great destination for lunchtime fish and chips or overnighters.
The sunset over ribblewotzit viaduct is fantastic too.
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