Shwmae From The Land Of Dragons

Discussion in 'Newbies Hangout' started by Moondog, Jan 19, 2026.

  1. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Hi all,
    kinda newbie who has been riding his Tiger 800 xRx, mostly around Wales for the last 4 years. Currently it is poorly (stuttering & flat acceleration) being looked at by a friendly local mechanic. I have already picked up a couple more things to try from this forum. And will post some pics as soon as I figure out how.....
     
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  2. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Photo from Adam(1).jpg Photo from Adam.jpg
     
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  3. MightyBoosh

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    Welcome mate, :)
     
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  4. Bikerman

    Bikerman Life's not a dress rehearsal.
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    Greetings from Lincolnshire.
     
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  5. Boothman

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    Hi and welcome to the forum :cool:
     
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  6. Mrs Visor

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    Hi and welcome!
     
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  7. Helmut Visor

    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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    Hi Moondog :cool:
     
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    Hi there!
    Welcome to the forum! ;)
     
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  9. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Thank you all, what a friendly bunch you are.
     
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  10. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Hi and welcome….
     
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  11. joe mc donald

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    @Moondog Welcome to the family. Just tap the upload a file button bottom right corner and you should be able to upload a picture of your computer or phone.
     
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  12. joe mc donald

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    #12 joe mc donald, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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  13. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Yeah CB500s are great, cheap and reliable despite the all too common neglected servicing schedule. I had one about 10 years ago when I returned to riding after a 20 year rest. I have recommended to a few new riders as a first 'big' bike that you don't mind denting.
     
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  14. Regit nogara

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    Hi Moondog, welcome to the forum, from North Wales.
     
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  15. Rob the Scott

    Rob the Scott Active Member

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    Welcome! Lovely bikes in the photos. Roads be damned, eh?
     
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  16. Royston Jones

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    Welcome. Whereabouts in Wales do you reside.
     
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  17. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    I think I read somewhere that the adventure begins where the road ends..... probably on a T shirt. In my case the misadventure has often started there too.
     
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  18. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Down near Cardigan. A favourite circuit for a quick blast and a shot of two wheel cure, is from there, Fishguard, St Davids, Haverford, Eglwyswrw..... with variations to include Wolfscastle, Maenclochog, Narberth. Some great roads.
     
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  19. Moondog

    Moondog New Member

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    Quick update, My trusty steed is back on the road! Woohoo.... I have missed it so much this last month or so. Fingers crossed for a fine day on Saturday for a ride out.
     
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  20. Royston Jones

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    Lovely part of the country. Enjoy.
     

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