Featured I Present The Old Mans Rocketship

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  1. gazzatheyid

    gazzatheyid Well-Known Member

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    #1 gazzatheyid, Nov 28, 2019
    Hi guys,

    Took a gamble on ebay and got a bargain Honda Blackbird (reg 2007) with 28k miles for my two motorway 30 mile commute (I couldn't resist @Dozers Dad).

    Torque in every gear, comfortable and not horrendous on the fuel feels nice. Love the dash.

    Photos to follow when cleaned up and the weather is actually nice.

    Any other traitors (sorry owners) cheated on their Triumph with this floozy?

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  2. Dozers Dad

    Dozers Dad Bushmills Chief Quality Controller
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    #2 Dozers Dad, Nov 28, 2019
    That was a worthwhile PM chat we had then, NOT! :rolleyes: :joy:

    As I said Gaz. If you can live with the additional running costs? The Blackbird will be a good step up from your Thundercat :)

    What happened to the Thundercat? Have you had that back from the insurance to tart up? The damage you described is feck all. It would be a great winter hack for somebody that doesn't need a flashy Blackbird? :cool: :p
     
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  3. Ron Ashurst

    Ron Ashurst I came into the world screaming & covered in blood
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    #3 Ron Ashurst, Nov 28, 2019
    The Japanese Falcon, aka (Hayabusa), loves black bird.
    Just a bit of info. Looking forward to the pics.:)
     
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  4. gazzatheyid

    gazzatheyid Well-Known Member

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    #4 gazzatheyid, Nov 28, 2019
    I know you were right but it was a bargain, honestly :p

    Had to transfer the Thundercat insurance with my no claims as didn't fancy the 2k bill for insuring the Blackbird from scratch :eek:

    I'm going to repair her and see in the new year but thanks for the advice :cool:
     
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  5. gazzatheyid

    gazzatheyid Well-Known Member

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    #5 gazzatheyid, Nov 28, 2019
    You wouldn't be proud to take the Hayabusa to meet your mates though with those looks
     
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  6. Dozers Dad

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    #6 Dozers Dad, Nov 28, 2019
    New toys are always good Gaz. Especially 180mph toys! :yum

    So ignore my sensible suggestions of fixing the Thundercat for the sake of a £13 sidestand & £2 worth of glue for the mudguard....... Oh yeah, you did ignore me didn't you! :rolleyes: :cool: :p

    Enjoy your new toy mate. Do you have a Haynes manual for it? There's one on Fleabay for £11.50 with a best offer option. I reckon it could be yours for a tenner?
     
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  7. gazzatheyid

    gazzatheyid Well-Known Member

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    #7 gazzatheyid, Nov 28, 2019
    180mph you say I never knew :joy:

    I took this on board so I could say I completed a project bike in the new year :cool::grinning:

    I'll have a look at the manual cheers.
     
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  8. Dozers Dad

    Dozers Dad Bushmills Chief Quality Controller
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    #8 Dozers Dad, Nov 28, 2019
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  9. Old phart phred

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    #9 Old phart phred, Nov 29, 2019
    Aren't all superbikes limited to 300 kph by the ecu, I think I seen somewhere that mine is limited to 250 kph maybe cause it's naked and no fairings.
     
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  10. andypandy

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    #10 andypandy, Dec 1, 2019
    No, that's so your teeth don't fall out. :p:D
     
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  11. gazzatheyid

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    #11 gazzatheyid, Dec 1, 2019
    Updated with a couple of pics of her
     
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  12. thebiglad

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    #12 thebiglad, Dec 1, 2019
    Hi Gazza and congrats on yer new toy. I test rode one a few years ago and was amazed at the level of competence of the Blackbird.

    Two fat blokes up and +100 mph in the rain on the M1 - totally stable.
     
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  13. gazzatheyid

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    #13 gazzatheyid, Dec 1, 2019
    Thanks, it's s a beauty for sure.

    I'm Triumph-less at the moment after the new 765r went back to the dealer. Wasn't using it enough and want something bullet proof all year round and this ticks the boxes
     
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  14. joe mc donald

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    #14 joe mc donald, Dec 1, 2019
    Gazzatheyid.
    Great bike will do every thing you want. Not keen on the colour but then I won't ride or own a green bike. Just me.
    Regards & Ride Safe.
    Joe.
     
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  15. Dozers Dad

    Dozers Dad Bushmills Chief Quality Controller
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    #15 Dozers Dad, Dec 1, 2019
    Isn't it a gunmetal/silver?
    Looks like the low evening sun could be distorting the colour Joe?
    None of the black bits look properly black either mate.
     
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    #16 joe mc donald, Dec 1, 2019
    Dozers Dad
    Yes I can see the grey in the second picture. Must be a pearlescent paint which is not cheap.
    Regards
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    #17 Wessa, Dec 1, 2019
    Nice looking bike....
     
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  18. Sandi T.

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    #18 Sandi T., Dec 1, 2019
    Congrats on the bike, gazzatheyid! Sounds like a good choice for your current MC needs. But....Triumph-less?! Nooooo! :eek::eek::scream::scream: Better start looking. I can help with the research if you like. I love spending other people's money. ;)
     
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  19. MTBskier

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    #19 MTBskier, Dec 1, 2019
    My bro-in-law had one of those years back, I was able to ride it a few times. Great bike, very comfortable, very fast!!
     
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  20. Kenbro

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    #20 Kenbro, Dec 3, 2019
    Always been a great bike, IMO.
    Congrats; Ken.
     
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