My new TA

[TBoy]

Hi

I just thought I would post a note to let everyone know I took possession of my 06 TA last Thursday and have been out on a few short runs. Since it's been 20 years since I was last on a bike I have been taking my time getting used to it. I have to say though, I love this bike and can't wait to get out for a proper run. Woo hoo

[btbloke]

I know exactly how you feel mate,was 20+ for me too,good luck with the alp and welcome to the forum.

[StumpyFingers]

I too know that feeling.
The TA does give a returning rider the feeling you have been missing something

[TBoy]

Thanks for the encouragement guys. I went for a little 2hr refresher course before collecting my TA. I drove a yamaha FZ6 which I thoroughly enjoyed and wondered if i would like the TA as much but when I drove the TA I found it more comfortable and easier to manouver although I'm still getting used to it's weight.

Anyway I'm not a mechanical person but was wondering if I should invest in a workshop manual and get my hands dirty with some basic maintenance. Any thoughts or words of advice.

[MCsanandreas]

Thanks for the encouragement guys. I went for a little 2hr refresher course before collecting my TA. I drove a yamaha FZ6 which I thoroughly enjoyed and wondered if i would like the TA as much but when I drove the TA I found it more comfortable and easier to manouver although I'm still getting used to it's weight.

Anyway I'm not a mechanical person but was wondering if I should invest in a workshop manual and get my hands dirty with some basic maintenance. Any thoughts or words of advice.

go for a Haynes manual it seems to cover just about everything. they seem better now than they used to be with more "new rider" type tips to make checking things easier. also find a good,local bike shop that you can trust. main dealers are not always the way!
but most of all enjoy the ride!

[largewayround]

Hi TBoy

I am other with a TA after 19years.

I would have a good look at the honda user guide that comes with your bike, and definitely get a haynes,. Good for basic stuff if your not mechanically minded , at least you should be able to check the basics. I.E. chain tension, brakes, etc ..
Of course there is this forum, which has so much info already here. And if your unsure or stuck you can ask, and someone should come up with a answer for you.

good luck with your new TA...... Its a fantastic bike ...

[TBoy]

Hi

Thanks for that. I have had a read at the owners manual and I have ordered a Haynes manual because I'm not very mechanically minded. I will also keep this forum in mind if I get stuck

[bandit]

Hi Tboy

I was new to motorbikes two years ago at 39.

With no mechanical skill just my Honda manual and Haynes I have managed to change oil and filter, new rear brake pads, new tyres, new air filter, new plugs and new chain and sprockets.

So if I can do it so can you and there's always help on here

[MCsanandreas]

So if I can do it so can you and there's always help on here

in the general gossip and mickytaking there is plenty of help and useful advice to be had!

[ADE THE BLADE]

quote "Anyway I'm not a mechanical person but was wondering if I should invest in a workshop manual and get my hands dirty with some basic maintenance. Any thoughts or words of advice. "

welcome to the family.....the inmates on here have helped me no end with lots of things already for which im truly grateful. as a few have said already, get a manual and get stuck in. its great fun most of the time good luck with the bike. i love my alp. ( 20+ years since my last bike too ) oh and invest in some crash bars to be on the safe side !! the big plastic bits are very pricey to replace ride safe. cheers ade