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Old 12-09-2003, 3:56 PM
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I beleive they have dropped those fines for the bikes that were in the police escort. But the whole speed camera thing has got out of hand over here, it's allmost worth running with no plate (well not really, but it sounds good)

I'm sure there are a couple of west Aussies on here from time to time.
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Old 12-10-2003, 11:21 PM
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Hey Ratter.....is that your bike featured in the " hot ups " section of the latest issue of Performance Streetbike ?

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Old 12-11-2003, 12:26 AM
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Kneedown... Your right. Perth is VERY relaxed I live here and have been 'let off' with a stern warning 8 times in 2.5 months. I am trying to behave for a while now... hehehe...
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Old 12-11-2003, 1:46 AM
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Hey Ratter.....is that your bike featured in the " hot ups " section of the latest issue of Performance Streetbike ?

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The latest performance street bike? Is that issue 84?
I have not seen issue 84 as yet, didn't know it was out yet, But yes my bike should have the dyno figures printed in an upcoming issue
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Old 12-11-2003, 2:58 AM
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Hey Ratter, what was the name of the place that you got your rear seat done at. Thanx
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Old 12-11-2003, 3:31 AM
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The latest performance street bike? Is that issue 84?
I have not seen issue 84 as yet, didn't know it was out yet, But yes my bike should have the dyno figures printed in an upcoming issue
Can't say what number it was....I just picked it up at Radars when I was getting my Ohlins fitted. It is definitely the latest copy though.

Makes me think....if mine had 135hp as stock then I would be looking at 151hp with the Micron and PCIIIr...instead of a measley 146

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Old 12-11-2003, 4:08 AM
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Can't say what number it was....I just picked it up at Radars when I was getting my Ohlins fitted. It is definitely the latest copy though.

Makes me think....if mine had 135hp as stock then I would be looking at 151hp with the Micron and PCIIIr...instead of a measley 146

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Been doing alittle research on this, an dI have heard it said that the best results don't rely on tuning link, but a shitload of time spent by the tuner squeezing every last HP out of the bike by "tuning for power power, not the air/fuel ratio" I think what it means is at some parts of the rev range you may get better results with a different A/F ratio than at others. *shrug*

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Old 12-11-2003, 4:11 AM
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Speaking of Perth, I was there for work just a few days ago... Do I feel sorry for you guys! The roads are pretty useless for riding, but then again, whoever posted the "no fat chicks"sign at the airport did a good job, coz you have lots of hotties there

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Old 12-11-2003, 2:51 PM
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Top line seat covers, sorry don't have the phone number at the momment, but can get it if you need it.
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Old 12-11-2003, 2:55 PM
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Been doing alittle research on this, an dI have heard it said that the best results don't rely on tuning link, but a shitload of time spent by the tuner squeezing every last HP out of the bike by "tuning for power power, not the air/fuel ratio" I think what it means is at some parts of the rev range you may get better results with a different A/F ratio than at others. *shrug*

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I requested that my tuner try different a/f ratios to see which made the best power. I allways beleived 12.6 would give me the best power, but it gave no more power than 13.1 and that was with the pair valve disconnected and blocked.
He even tried disconnecting the flapper valve to see if that made a difference.
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Old 12-11-2003, 9:05 PM
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Speaking of Perth, I was there for work just a few days ago... Do I feel sorry for you guys! The roads are pretty useless for riding, but then again, whoever posted the "no fat chicks"sign at the airport did a good job, coz you have lots of hotties there

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Yup. Lots and lots and lots.

Your dead right- Not many roads to ride on, except a few in the Darling Range. (If you know Perth - Around Mundaring weir, also between Midland and Toodyay) But hey- At least it doesn't rain much!
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Old 12-17-2003, 1:33 AM
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Just got a copy of the mag, and yes it is my bike
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Old 12-17-2003, 5:56 AM
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Just got a copy of the mag, and yes it is my bike

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Old 12-17-2003, 6:57 AM
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What r u guys doing for Xmas?

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What r u guys doing for Xmas?

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I have to work still, just the main days off, i will be catching up with family, don't know if I'll get much time out on the bike in the next 2 weeks
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I have to work still, just the main days off, i will be catching up with family, don't know if I'll get much time out on the bike in the next 2 weeks



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Old 12-17-2003, 8:19 PM
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What r u guys doing for Xmas?

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Going for a ride with the touring club on sunday to Dunbalk in gippsland.

"A mixture of fast, open sweepers crossed with a couple of transport sections between the good stuff. Great roads, sensational scenery, route perfected over the years to maximise fun and minimise the points risk. Ride not suitable for inexperienced riders due to the distances and highly technical (read dangerous, unforgiving) nature of the roads. Don’t bring a mate. Expect the unexpected: gravel in corners, farmers popping out of ground, Mr Plod falling from the sky. On the positive side, Gippsland has some of the best roads in Victoria (the nearest thing we have to the Corryong / Alpine region) that just seem to be getting better and better. Expect 500 hard kays, extreme tyre wear, and two days to recover. Should be grouse!"

Otherwise spending time with my wife and my two boys. How about you Zee?
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Old 12-20-2003, 3:21 AM
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Working


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Old 12-20-2003, 4:45 PM
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When are we going to get you out on your bike will?
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Old 12-20-2003, 7:52 PM
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Been riding around to work and stuff.
Missed the twilight ride too
Friday night was mad, fatal car accident, multiple stabbings, 3 brawls.......I love dandenong
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Old 12-21-2003, 7:06 AM
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G'Day All!!! Havnt had my Blade 5 days yet and ive put 700kms on it and i loved every second looking forward to catching up for rides..til then enjoy and have a gr8 Xmas
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Old 12-21-2003, 3:47 PM
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Welcome brennyP

don't let Zeeman near your bike, he has been looking for a blue/black 954, then again, post some pics just to tease him a little
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Old 12-21-2003, 4:29 PM
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Welcome BrennyP !!
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Old 12-21-2003, 6:25 PM
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Cheers guys
i wont stress the Zeemans in Syd and it aint on my must see list of citys to go do you guys catch up much for rides? i have a Bro in Warnambool so i did the GreatOcean Rd all the time on my babyblade....and i used to live out ChumCreek so i like to get over there a bit and do the Reeften spur and black spur...ill be taken it easy for a bit longer on the new bike..but come the new year ill be right for some rides
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Old 12-22-2003, 12:20 AM
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Hey Bren. Welcome and good to see you here. It's a great site. And yeah keep away from Z, I've heard nothing but bad stories about him
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Old 12-22-2003, 1:33 AM
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i wont stress the Zeemans in Syd and it aint on my must see list of citys to go

Stll be careful of Z, he likes to travel a lot and Melbourne is not very far compared to how far he travels
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Zee is such the jet setter, probably in paris or amsterdam, or.....well yes the adventures of Zee while we sit here and talk shite
Hey Benny good to see you made it over, did Zop do that thing with the toothbrush for you initiation hazing.......what........but I thought he did that to everyone...............Dammit Zop and you told me you'd hold me after too!
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Old 12-22-2003, 6:17 AM
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Gone for the weekend and already spreading basd stories about me...

MY Xmas shall consist of work, work, more work (inticipation of the next "jet setting" trip... ) and, of course, breaking in my new 954 assuming I actually get to pick it up tomorrow...

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PS - welcome Brenny. you are on my hit list...
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if you can catch me Zeeman

later guys im up the bush for xmas....enjoy and have a good one
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