The motorbike thread

Windigo said:
Yes, but SandwichShortOfAPicnic mentioned taking the ferry to Holland first.
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I did and that looks like the favoured route. Google maps says the fastest route is ferry to France. Fortunately when you motorcycle (or bicycle) it’s not always about the fastest route, it’s about the more interesting one.

Apparently if I time it right I can get a return to Hoek van Holland with motorbike for £127 which as bike ferry prices go is an absolute bargain. Mind you that’s off season. It’s at least three times that amount when the weather warms!
 
SandwichShortOfAPicnic said:
I did and that looks like the favoured route. Google maps says the fastest route is ferry to France. Fortunately when you motorcycle (or bicycle) it’s not always about the fastest route, it’s about the more interesting one.

Apparently if I time it right I can get a return to Hoek van Holland with motorbike for £127 which as bike ferry prices go is an absolute bargain. Mind you that’s off season. It’s at least three times that amount when the weather warms!
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I've been on that ferry from Harwich as a foot passenger. It was incredibly easy and stress free. No crowds or queuing. That was quite a while ago, though.
 
SandwichShortOfAPicnic said:
Sounds good. What time of year was it though?
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Can't remember, Autumn I think. But I know realise it was probably because I was a foot passenger. I've done the Dover Calais route as a foot passenger several times and its much, much easier than by car.
 
SandwichShortOfAPicnic said:
I did and that looks like the favoured route. Google maps says the fastest route is ferry to France. Fortunately when you motorcycle (or bicycle) it’s not always about the fastest route, it’s about the more interesting one.

Apparently if I time it right I can get a return to Hoek van Holland with motorbike for £127 which as bike ferry prices go is an absolute bargain. Mind you that’s off season. It’s at least three times that amount when the weather warms!
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Well, you're welcome for afternoon tea if you decide to pay Holland a visit, but I totally understand choosing the faster route too!
 
SandwichShortOfAPicnic said:
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Apparently if I time it right I can get a return to Hoek van Holland with motorbike for £127 which as bike ferry prices go is an absolute bargain. Mind you that’s off season. It’s at least three times that amount when the weather warms!
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You'll have more for chocolate and herbs. 😁
 
Windigo said:
Well, you're welcome for afternoon tea if you decide to pay Holland a visit, but I totally understand choosing the faster route too!
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That’s very kind of you.
I’m sure we could find a nice place with gluten free offerings for a cup of tea and a little something 😊
Mr SSOAP says he’s also up for it but would rather wait for the warmer weather 😂
 
Morning Glory said:
Can't remember, Autumn I think. But I know realise it was probably because I was a foot passenger. I've done the Dover Calais route as a foot passenger several times and it’s much, much easier than by car.
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Queueing is not so bad on a motorbike, you get waved to the front and put on first because they use motorcycles to fill all the nooks and crannies cars don’t fit in, especially around the bulk head.
 
SandwichShortOfAPicnic said:
That’s very kind of you.
I’m sure we could find a nice place with gluten free offerings for a cup of tea and a little something 😊
Mr SSOAP says he’s also up for it but would rather wait for the warmer weather 😂
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There's a wonderful tearoom that makes homemade scones in my village actually
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These scones are there every friday, saturday and sunday and when you order an afternoon tea. They also do gluten free treats on order.
 
Wombat457 said:
So, this is my 97 Harley Softail Heritage:

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Andrews 27 Cam
S&S Carby
S&S Air Filter System
Custom Seat
Windscreen
V&H Pipes
LED Headlight and passing lights
Custom foot boards

Sher is my baby :)
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Nice upgrades. Did you have the bike before the upgrades? If so what difference did you notice in the power delivery?
 
Thanks and no, I did them all after I got the bike. The main differences that were obvious were the bike started much easily and quicker with less choke and it ran smoother with the new carb, airfilter system and true dual exxhaust. When I put the cam in it had more "mid range power and pick up" than with the stock cam. I was tossing up between the Andrews 13 and 27 and was told the 27 would be better for touring than the 13.

The only downside I have noticed is my fuel economy - that dropped a little from 50 - 55 MPG to 40 - 45 MPG :)
 
Wombat457 said:
Thanks and no, I did them all after I got the bike. The main differences that were obvious were the bike started much easily and quicker with less choke and it ran smoother with the new carb, airfilter system and true dual exxhaust. When I put the cam in it had more "mid range power and pick up" than with the stock cam. I was tossing up between the Andrews 13 and 27 and was told the 27 would be better for touring than the 13.

The only downside I have noticed is my fuel economy - that dropped a little from 50 - 55 MPG to 40 - 45 MPG :)
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Ah yes being thirsty is a downside!
Mr SSOAP has a Harley, I call it Christine, the number of garage incidents that have happened with that bike I’d swear it’s trying to kill me 😂

His Harley
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It’s not my favourite just because it’s so heavy (over 300kg) and I don’t find it as well balanced as the Scout but it is a lovely bike.
 
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