expletives

While on the subject of over torquing bolts (see http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bmw/81526-grrr-bollocks-some-other-expletives.html#post635579) have a look at the brake calliper bolt I pulled out the XR400. It was only when I was refitting it and torquing it up that I noticed it felt odd. Kind of...

I've just come in form the garage after attempting to adjust the valve clearances on the GSA and it's all been a bit of a disaster. First problem was a loose bolt for the head guard which turned out to be stripped threads so it was out with the helicoil kit and after a bit of faffing around due...

gormless old [email protected], that's me that is. I nearly got a chance to test the tranny's abs yesterday, riding along Fort st Ayr in pishing rain, when a taxi pulled out in front of me. I peeped at him and we exchanged expletives. THEN I NOTICED MY INDICATOR WAS STILL ON!!!!! It's not very cool I...

Got my xr125 out yesterday for a run and after a couple of failed starts (engine turning then cutting out) and plenty of expletives inside my helmet I realised that I had turned the fuel valve to the off position (yes, I agree, I am an idiot). Turned the valve back to the on position but all I'm...