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theflyingmat
Joined: 11 Apr 2012
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 Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 12:26 pm Post subject: Newbie |
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Hi guys,
I'll own up now....I don't have a Bimota. There I've done it.
I do however have a few other motorcycles. Gen2 Tuono Factory, 916, and a early Fireblade. I have been runnning about on motorcycles for almost 30yrs and love the thrill of a good blast down my favourite road.
Bikes for the past.........gee! GSX250, DT175MX, 2 x MkI Le Mans, Z650, GS650 Katana, 250 Superdream, FZ750...to name a few.
I am now thinking of buying a Bimota. I fancy an SB6 or a SB8R. However, I can see that there are many more models out there to choose from.
I will be following the forum to see if I can pick up any hints on what to go for.
Cheers
TFM |
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2bims
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 12:32 pm Post subject: |
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Hi TFM and Welcome to the Forum, I can see you are a bit of a twin fan with the odd H***DA in line 4, so theres plenty of choice, careful though, Bimota Ownership can be addictive, partly because they ask you to devote so much of your time toward them that the bonding process kicks in real early. Best of luck, won't offer advice on SB6, theres plenty on here more knowledgable than me on that front ever willing to help  |
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vort28
Joined: 22 Mar 2010
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Location: Northwest , UK
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 1:22 pm Post subject: |
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Hopefully you will find all you need to select your perfect partner on the forum, but be warned , if you think a 916 is 'challenging' to work on, you are in for a big surprise.
However with the pain comes great rewards.Bimota ownership is addictive.
What part of the world are you from ? |
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GeeKay
Joined: 29 May 2009
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 2:43 pm Post subject: |
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welcome to the forum TFM
If you fancy an SB8R, I have one for sale............ 
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Bimota SB6 and Benelli TNT 899S road bikes.
Beta Techno trials iron. Project bikes:- Suzuki V4 500, TS185 cafe racer, XR11/71, Kettle/Katana, TDRGV250, OR50, Gag125,Triumph T595 and a Triumph X75 Hurricane replica.
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theflyingmat
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 2:53 pm Post subject: |
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Thnaks for the hello's.
Sorry I should have said....I'm from the Frozen North Scotland. We may not get the weather, but we have the roads:)
SB8R's look lovely, plus a V Twin. I do have a thing for V twins. I've had/got a few |
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2bims
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 3:04 pm Post subject: |
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| you should contact GeeKay here on this forum, as I believe his is still for sale, and V nice |
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oily
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 7:11 pm Post subject: |
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The flying mat.......
is that a pocket size version of a flying carpet?
Welcome to the forum
My advice?.........stay away from Bimota's
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SB6 mk1 (project mega light, big bore)
Sb6 mk2 ( Big Bore)
Sb6 mk2 ( Restored)
Sb6R fighter
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2bims
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| Posted: Wed Apr 11, 2012 8:24 pm Post subject: |
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My advice?.........stay away from Bimota's |
I'll second that, of course should you happen across any really nice ones going cheap, steer well clear, but be sure to let us all know where they are
If you are after any "leads" as to where to locate, then give us a shout, all depends on your budget and whether you are prepared to import from outside of the UK also. Lot easier than it sounds, and gets you away from roamin in the gloamin for a few days in the midggey free sun |
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Desmo_Demon
Joined: 19 Sep 2011
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| Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2012 12:24 am Post subject: |
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Welcome to the forum!
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Look for my books...
"If I Wrap It Tight Enough"
"The Journals: If I Wrap It Tight Enough"
"Map Junkie: My Motorcycle Journeys" |
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theflyingmat
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| Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2012 5:16 am Post subject: |
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| Good to see there's a bit of humour on here guys. I'll be sure to post any half price Bimota's that I come across....I'll even give you first dibs on them. |
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vort28
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Seem's to have been a few Newbie's from Bonnie Scotland , hope you boys are'nt going to try a take over bid. ?
We already have those southern softies trying to out gun our Northern chapter's record of 4 members at a forum meeting  |
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oily
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| vort28 wrote: |
| Northern chapter's record of 4 members at a forum meeting |
You say it like it's a good thing...It's a wonder you wern't all arrested
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SB6 mk1 (project mega light, big bore)
Sb6 mk2 ( Big Bore)
Sb6 mk2 ( Restored)
Sb6R fighter
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2bims
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| Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2012 9:15 am Post subject: |
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| From the smallest of Acorns........We're aiming for 15-20 at next years Manchester Bike Show, well we can all dream can't we |
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GeeKay
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| Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2012 12:27 pm Post subject: |
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no Steve - that was 15 - 20 bikes (if we display yours, Niges and Vorts collections) - not people 
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Bimota SB6 and Benelli TNT 899S road bikes.
Beta Techno trials iron. Project bikes:- Suzuki V4 500, TS185 cafe racer, XR11/71, Kettle/Katana, TDRGV250, OR50, Gag125,Triumph T595 and a Triumph X75 Hurricane replica.
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2bims
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| Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2012 8:14 pm Post subject: |
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| Bikes, people, schumel, muschel, its all about the bikes isn't it? I'll send you a couple of running mpegs later for your viewing pleasure Garry |
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