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  1. DCS222

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    #1 DCS222, Sep 10, 2017
    I've found myself in a bit of a quandary... I bought the Legend to have a more relaxed ride, less license risk and good touring capability. I've had fun upgrading and tinkering! But here's the rub, it's in such clean condition that I hate the thought of riding it in the wet... with the subsequent polish and clean up to ensure it stays in good nick.
    I've hardly ridden it this year, except to work (when it's seemed to be the driest) but that's British weather for you.
    I can't afford, or have space for, another bike.
    So do I sell my nice bike, hope to make my money back and get summat more "hard wearing" like a Tiger 1050?
     
  2. Oldyam

    Oldyam Grumpy Old Git

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    #2 Oldyam, Sep 10, 2017
    Use ACF50 or similar and enjoy riding what you have no matter what the weather, would be my solution
     
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  3. Sprinter

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    #3 Sprinter, Sep 10, 2017
    I know what you mean Im looking to by something to leave out side the house and use daily,work on a bit.
    Only, when I see these 500 pound bikes, Im immediatly thinking " it will need this and this and...' Then I start thinking "oh once Ive done that ill need to keep it inside"
    I think you should just ride it,anyway.
     
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  4. Tigcraft

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    #4 Tigcraft, Sep 10, 2017
    Well put!
     
  5. DCS222

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    #4 DCS222, Sep 10, 2017
    That the kinda stuff I keep telling myself... I bought a load of the scottoiler squirt on stuff with that in mind... but it says "for best results, put onto a wet bike... not to put onto a hot bike, cover the brake surfaces" etc. etc. Which means coming in from a ride, letting the bike cool, probably re- wetting the bike, arsing round with the wheel/brakes before spraying... adding an hour of faff to the evening, when a bike like the Tiger would be, park in garage... take off wet gear, go inside n' drink your beer and only worry about washng the bike when you feel like it...

    I sound like a reet fanny saying it, but there's a big attraction to a ride n forget bike... I just don't think I'm a born polisher ( sorry @Sir Trev )
     
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  6. Oldyam

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    #5 Oldyam, Sep 11, 2017
    Basically now youre saying you have the wrong bike for the sort of riding and owning you want.

    So change it and get the bike that fits what you want to do !!
     
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  7. DCS222

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    #6 DCS222, Sep 11, 2017
    Yeah, I reckon that's the case...

    So it's change the bike (or the country I live in?) time
     
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  8. dilligaf

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    #7 dilligaf, Sep 11, 2017
    If you can change the country you live in...DO IT!!
    It's shite here :(
    Feck it I'd be off like a shot given half a chance....I'm sick to death of being wet & cold :mad:
     
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  9. MrOrange

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    #8 MrOrange, Sep 11, 2017
    You sure your a proper Geordie!:p
     
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  10. steve lovatt

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    #9 steve lovatt, Sep 11, 2017
    I know what you mean. I'm lucky enough to have and have space in the garage for two bikes. I hate the thought of the Bonnie getting dirty and having to clean and polish it so it stays out of the rain.
    On the other hand the Tiger ( although the newer bike) goes out in all weathers. I haven't washed it for three weeks and it will get even dirtier coming back from the Netherlands as it's going to piss down for the next three days. Might wash it at the weekend but might not!
     
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  11. Havit

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    #10 Havit, Sep 11, 2017
    As a Triumph Thunderbird 900 Rider i understand your dilemma. Dont ever come to the GMU. you'll be cleaning your bike for weeks after :p.

    Why do you think i brought the GTR1000 , Weather protection:grinning::grinning:;)
     
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  12. Sir Trev

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    #11 Sir Trev, Sep 11, 2017
    Contrary to popular opinion (well, probably only yours actually DCS) I don't spend all day cleaning things. When I do I like to do it well :cool:. My T100 got very wet yesterday when the forecast turned out to be a lie, yet again, but I'll give it a wash in a few days and I know it will be fine. Ideally I don't go out if it's going to be wet and horrible but sometimes the urge to ride gets the better of all of us, and when you have a nice new toy to use...

    I will almost certainly avoid the salty roads season but will be using the ACF50 over the winter to help keep the chrome in good condition, plenty of carnuba wax on the paintwork, and all that. Life is short and if you cannot afford a bike for showroom gleam and one for use then just accept it and ride it. I do. And then spend some therapeutic hours cleaning it.
     
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  13. Oldyam

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    #12 Oldyam, Sep 11, 2017
    I must be tapped then as I enjoy riding in most weathers:), however I do draw the line at Ice & Snow :(.

    If I restricted my riding time to dry days then the bike would never got out of the garage .......

    All the same you young uns gone soft :p
     
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  14. MrOrange

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    #13 MrOrange, Sep 11, 2017
    Guess I'm fortunate I have a bike specifically for use in the wet. If I ever sell it, I will put on the advert- only ever ridden in the rain! :p
    Taking the KTM out when it's sunny and dry is a bit boring, sliding around in the rain and mud through the forests is way more fun.
    Took it out in the snow a couple of times, brilliant fun. !!

    It's just a bike, cover it in acf50 and use it all year through. :cool:
     
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    #14 Havit, Sep 11, 2017
    Why ride and get wet if you have a car? Yes, when i couldn't afford a car i rode in all weather including Snow. But now i have a car I only ride in the wet if i'm caught or at the GMU:p. TBH I love biking, but its far more enjoyable in the dry . :sun:
     
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  16. Oldyam

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    #15 Oldyam, Sep 11, 2017
    Just in the process of selling the car so I can get another bike :imp::cool:
     
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  17. DCS222

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    #16 DCS222, Sep 11, 2017
    An old mate passed on a wet weather tip... most motorcycle gear is a bit shite in the rain. So he wears his leathers and fishing waterproofs over the top... reckons they are much better 100% proof
     
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  18. dilligaf

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    #17 dilligaf, Sep 11, 2017
    Beginning to wonder if I was adopted :confused:
     
  19. Havit

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    #18 Havit, Sep 11, 2017
    My council gear worked well at the GMU;)
     
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  20. Tiglet

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    #19 Tiglet, Sep 11, 2017
    Who by Shrek and Fiona :)
     
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  21. dilligaf

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    #20 dilligaf, Sep 11, 2017
    Cheeky bugger :mad:
    Somebody hold my jacket :mad:
     
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