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    Goodbye

    Thanks to everyone who has contributed with their wisdom and knowledge, but after 8 years it is time to move on and say goodbye to my mt 09. Already got a great deal on a BMW F850 GSA which will hopefully allow me to bring the wife on a long tour. Thanks and goodbye
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    6th gear indicator flashing

    I'll get them to check at next service thanks
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    6th gear indicator flashing

    Hi Wondered if anyone had seen the dash flashing when on the motorway in 6th gear. Happened yesterday and it was only is only happening on the 6th gear indicator on the dash, during a 15 min run. Didn't notice any adverse affects and up and down the gears was fine, on the return run I didn't...
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    Chain oiler £24 eBay

    About 70 GBP on ebay, so not bad. I like the idea that the oil flow stops when you do, as I had a gravity fed one and always forgot to turn it off.
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    Chain oiler £24 eBay

    To add further tot his I have been reading about these guys, which uses wind....Motorcycle Chain Oilers - Unchain Yourself and Ride with Motobriiz™ Does anyone have any experience??
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    Kreiga bags

    I have both the US20 which I have used for about 24 mths and as mentioned here they are simply awesome bits of kit, So much so that I have added a US30 (new addition). I have the straps permanently fixed and so easy to take the bag on and off, plus with the bag if shrinks if you only need to...
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    Mileages on your Tracer?

    52000 KM now, never misses a beat
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    Akrapovic carbon

    Loud with the baffle, very loud without
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    Chain life question

    Managed to get mine to last to the 30Km service then had it and the rear sprocket changed (front is still fine).
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    Headlight bulb replacement

    Have a look at the PIAA Super Plasma GT-X H4, it is described as Bluish/Purple bulb at 3800/5000K. I've fitted it and it matches the side LED. Might cost a few pennies more put is a quality item.
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    Has Anyone Fitted an Aftermarket Rear Shock or Done any Fork Mods??

    Hi I got the springs from Sonic Springs in the USA, after a recommendation from Nick at Stoltec, so was based on my weight and riding style 0.90kg/mm Sonic Springs (31S-090) = $127 USD inc shipping As for oil I think I went with 5wt , as per his suggestion, was from a local shop think it might...
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    We are both a bit Sore

    Agreed with all the above, get checked as long term issues could be hidden. With extra kit technically if its a right off it all belongs to the insurer, so you could ask to buy the bike back. Or quickly swap the old stuff back on.
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    Experiences and thoughts on crash protection?

    Had the pleasure of low speed drop on roght hand side...Had the R&G Areas fitted and did a good job for the frame but bar end and levers still scuffed. Also the end of the Akro Carbon cone scratched and small hole. R&G stood up great in fact the biggest giveaway was the cracked R&G badge that...
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    New Axle Blocks

    For those that are interested he is back and reselling the axle adjuster blocks..... Just ordered myself a set....
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    New Axle Blocks

    Cheers, will drop him aline and see what he says


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