When I went away on holiday the other year I left my Bandit standing for about 3 weeks and it must of had a bad batch of fuel in the tank. The bad fuel turned into jelly in the carburettors and of course the bike started running like a dog. In the back […]
Category Archives: Motors
Vauxhall Astra Front Brakes
May 14, 2008 – 12:05 pm
For those you who possess an Astra from 1990-1998 the following hints might prove useful. I bought a set of two vented rotors and four brake pads for about £40 on ebay so they are reasonably cheap.
Removing the calliper from the calliper carrier requires a 7mm allen key and to remove the calliper carrier […]
Getting Back on the Bike
March 28, 2008 – 7:02 am
If you haven’t been riding through winter like me then take care getting back out there and wear good gear. Check all the essentials:
Oil
Water (if applicable)
Tyre pressures and wear
Chain tension and wear
Check all electrics (kill switch and all lights being the main ones)
Also have a glance at your sprockets
If the bike has been sitting […]
Biking to the UK
July 21, 2007 – 6:43 pm
Just a few tips for fellow bikers who might be considering a move to the UK from Victoria.
If you only have your L’s pass you test before you come so you can transfer your licence over. When you have a full licence (ie over 21 with a restricted motorcycle licence) this will be transferred […]
Triumph Street Triple
July 20, 2007 – 8:46 am
Yeah I know I am not that quick off the mark posting this up, but I have been admiring it for days. The new Street Triple is running a slightly retuned version of the Daytona’s 675cc triple cylinder engine. It also shares the same frame and swing arm as its much lauded super […]
Lancia Stratos
April 8, 2005 – 11:28 am
Ever since I first saw Phill Eather’s Lancia Stratos at the Targa Tasmania race event when I was a kid I have wanted a one. They have classic styling that has not dated at all, well not much for a car of its age. Most of its competitors are all but forgotten. […]
