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VIC AGV Helmet for sale

Hawkeye — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 10:13:23 GMT

More gear having to go(bike has gone already):

AGV STEALTH GRIFO BLUE / BLACK, SIZE LARGE, * AS NEW *

In �As New� condition, only been worn a few times.

It has never been dropped, never had an accident or been damaged at all ..... $400

I live in Aspendale Gardens(Bayside, near Mordialloc) in Vic so helmet can be picked up there or I am happy to post to other parts of Oz at buyers expense.

:-({|=

If you need any more info or want a quote for posting it to you send me a PM on this site and I will get back to you.

Thanks.

EOI - Group Buy - GoPro Hero HD Motorsport or Drift HD or VIO POV

goz — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:26:42 GMT

Ok peeps, I have been in touch with a company here in Australia thats willing to help us on the above mentioned Helmet cams at cheaper prices.

The company is called Launch Helmet Cams

Now the beauty of this is we are buying in Australia with Australian warranty.

We have 3 options to choose from BUT we need to get minimum 10 orders on each product to get the cheaper prices which i think is pretty fair for a group buy

My personal favourite would be the Drift Innovation HD as the features are outstanding

Here are the options

GoPro HD Motorsports Hero
Click here for link

Inside the GoPro HD Motorsports Hero box you'll find:
1 x HD HERO Camera
1 x Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
1 x Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180�/60 m)
1 x Vertical Surface �J-Hook� Buckle
1 x Suction Cup Mount
2 x Curved, 3M� Adhesive Mounts
3 x Flat, 3M Adhesive Mounts
1 x Three-Way Pivoting Side Arm Assembly
2 x Quick-Release Buckles
1 x USB Cable (for downloading videos and recharging; not shown)
1 x Component Video (HDTV) Cable (for watching videos directly to a HDTV; not shown)
1 x Composite Video + Audio Out Cable (for watching videos directly to a non-HD TV; not shown)

Drift Innovations HD170 Action Camera
Click here for link

Inside your Drift Innovations HD170 helmet cam box you'll find:
1 x HD170 Action Camera
1 x Remote Control
1 x Handlebar Grip
1 x Goggle Mount
1 x Head Strap
1 x Helmet Grip
1 x Universal Clip
1 x Velcro Strap
1 x HDMI Cable for playing back on a HD TV
1 x USB Cable for downloading to your computer
1 x Rechargeable Li-Ion 100mAh battery (not shown)
1 x Quick start guide
1 x Industrial strength sticky pads
1 x Industrial strength velcro adhesive pad

VIO POV1.5 Helmet Camera Kit
Click here for link

Ready to go out of the box, the POV1.5 comes as a complete kit that will get you capturing video straight away. The POV1.5 comes in its own carry case and includes:
1. POV1 recording unit
2. Camera head with 1.5 metre digital cable
3. Wireless remote control
4. 4GB SDHC memory card
5. Carry Case
6 4 x AA disposable batteries
7. Cable Guide Clip
8. Remote Control Hook and Loop Wristband
9. POV1 Manager Software CD (PC Only)
10. Star mount (top) with camera clamp
11. Star Mount base
12 LCD Protective Cover
13. Magnets for cap mounting star mount, hook and loop strips and cable ties
14. Star Mount hook and loop attachment
15. Star Mount adhesive based foam attachment
16. Double Hook and Loop Mount
17. AV cable (for connecting to a TV)
18. USB cable (for connecting to a computer)

At the moment, all i am after is who would be interested, so put your comment below with what camera you are interested in, the more there are on certain cameras, the cheaper it gets

Someone in Melb please help me fix my bike.

tailsy — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:21:29 GMT

Hi, I'm just wondering if someone could please help me out here.

I'm looking for someone who could help me do a small job on my bike. It is backfiring and won't start so I'm assuming it is the carbs or spark plugs but I'm not good with bikes so I don't know how to fix it myself.

I know it is a big ask but is anyone willing to come and help me fix it please?

Thanks I'd greatly appreciate it.

ADVICE: bike stolen, recovered, should I fix?

HORDO — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:17:59 GMT

Hi guys,

Had my 1992 Suzuki Across stolen a few months ago it was recovered about a week later and I finally picked it up last week. I bought it for about $2600 about 2 years ago.

Damage: all the fairings gone, ignition stuffed, clutch lever missing, no mirrors, front indicators, front windshield etc, boot smashed into so now pretty stuffed (workable but has a hole so water would leak in), rear fuel lid bent (workable but bent), licence plate gone.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jkhorton/4842584421/

Bike shop said they got it going (jumped it) and it sounded to be running OK (but is a bit of an unknown) I'm guessing clutch probably stuffed? Anyway they said $540 to fix the ignition and put a clutch lever on, $180 for new mirrors and indicators then it is road legal just looks like a bomb haha! The looks don't REALLY bother me but resale possibilities do.

So say $700 to fix it up. I honestly don't think I could sell it for more than about $1K?

So my question is - is it worth fixing up, or am I better off putting that $700 aside, pulling the useful parts off and selling them (say $500) then taking the $1200 and putting towards a new bike? I have no sentimental attachment to the bike and really I just want a cheap bike to get around the city (Hobart) nothing flash.

So.. appreciate anyones thoughts.... thanks!

QLD Dririder Hurricane XL

TRA — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:15:28 GMT

I have a Drider hurrican suite about 3 months ago, but its too small for me. Seemed ok when I tried it on, but not so good when I got my riding jacket on. Its too small for me so I just bought a 3XL version. Its almost new, been used 3-4 times now.

Cost me $110 new. Make an offer (reasonable) and its yours. Its no use to me.

Painted Areas on the road

99CIBBER — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:31:40 GMT

Hi Guys and Gals,

Had a bit of a slip in the wet on the large patch of paint on the Gore Hill FWay which was indicating that my lane was entering a tunnel, the road marking was prob. about 2.5m x 4 m. I was in a slight lean and merging into the left lane when I rode across the painted section, I felt the tyres slip a tad, nothing too scary, but it threw me off line a little. I've seen the MotoGP riders hit the painted lines at speed and it isn't pretty.

Just wondering what your thoughts are on painted lines, zebra crossings and large patches of road markings such as those large turning arrows etc etc. Are they a genuine road hazzard??

cheers.

How to make your own 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS!!

lastlineofdefence — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:11:20 GMT

http://www.globalpost.com/webblog/wh...che-911-gt3-rs <-------Clicky for the process. Finished product below.

Attached Images

DIY-2010-Porsche-911-GT3-RS-18.jpg (21.9 KB)

Doing a Track Day at the Shanghai F1 Track

c0rrupt — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:39:16 GMT

Hi Guys,

As some of you know, I'm now living in Shanghai, and the ability to get on a bike is non-existent unless you fancy getting run over by the 1.2 million taxis who pay ZERO attention to the road, and even at that it will be max capacity of 125cc.... Silly I know.

Anyyywayyy - been looking into how I get get back on two wheels and will be taking part in a track day next weekend and thought I'd share the details:

Quote:

Hi Toby

You can view more price details at http://www.bg-performance.com/2006/p...etails-eng.asp

So the cost for 1 day training might be RMB 3970 ( there are 3 sessions' track use for motorcycle, each session for 30 mins)
Bike rental : RMB 650/session * 3 sessions
Instructor Fee : RMB 250/session * 3 ( share with 2 more students , if one on one training should be RMB 750/session)
Tracke tickets : RMB 300/session *3
Racing gear rental : RMB 300/day for leather

Please let me know in advance once you decided which date to come for riding . ( August 4-6, 17-18 )

You can view our last courses at
http://www.bg-performance.com/2006/p...ews.asp?id=263
http://www.bg-performance.com/2006/p...ews.asp?id=261

Please let me know if you need further information.

Best wishes,

Lisa
Motorsport Coordinator

Seems a bit pricey, but going to do it anyway as a) its a F1 track and b) it's the only option.

Will get some pics and write up a full report for you all to see once done.

Would love to know if anyone has ridden here or has any bright suggestions about China and riding in general.

Cheers

Special On Kevlar Jeans - cheap cheap

motolegion — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:17:43 GMT

HI people

before I start -- if this thread is against rules mods please delete it and accept my apologies -- I just want to inform members of netrider of a deal they can have - a win win situation

my latest production run of kevlar jeans is filtering in

there are some factory seconds available for $85 delivered ( limited numbers and sizes ) sizes 30,32,38,40,42 about 4 to 5 of each size all are blue colour

the only problem is they have been overdone in the wash process - you can see the pics

everything else is ok on them as far as quality goes

you can find them on my ebay store - its the same as my screen name

Thank you

Natal Curry Contest

blackster — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:02:30 GMT

Note: Please take time to read this slowly.
For those of you who have visited Natal, you know how typical this is.

They actually have a Curry Cook-off about June/July.
It takes up a major portion of a parking lot at the Royal Show in PMB (PieterMaritzBurg).
Judge #3 was an inexperienced food critic named Frank, who was visiting from America.

Frank: 'Recently, I was honoured to be selected as a judge at a Curry Cook-off. The original person called in sick at the last moment
and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table asking for directions to the Beer Garden when the call came in. I was assured by
the other two judges (Natal Indians) that the curry wouldn't be all that spicy and, besides, they told me I could have free beer during the
tasting, so I accepted'.

Here are the scorecard notes from the event:

CURRY # 1 - SEELAN'S MANIAC MONSTER TOMATO CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- A little too heavy on the tomato. Amusing kick.
Judge # 2 -- Nice smooth tomato flavour. Very mild.
Judge # 3 (Frank) -- Holy sh*t, what the hell is this stuff? You could
remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the
flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These people are crazy.

CHILLI #2 - PHOENIX BBQ CHICKEN CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- Smoky, with a hint of chicken. Slight chilli tang.
Judge # 2 -- Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
Judge # 3 -- Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what
I'm supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who
wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver! They had to rush in more beer
when they saw the look on my face.

CURRY # 3 - SHAMILA'S FAMOUS 'BURN DOWN THE GARAGE' CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- Excellent firehouse curry. Great kick.
Judge # 2 -- A bit salty, good use of chilli peppers.
Judge # 3 -- Call 911. I've located a uranium pill. My nose feels like
I have been snorting Drain Cleaner. Everyone knows the routine by now.
Get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back, now my backbone
is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting pissed from all the beer.

CHILLI # 4 - BABOO'S BLACK MAGIC BEAN CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- Black bean curry with almost no spice. Disappointing.
Judge # 2 -- Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or
other mild foods, not much of a curry.
Judge # 3 -- I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable
to taste it. Is it possible to burn out taste buds? Shareen, the
beer maid, was standing behind me with fresh refills. That 200kg woman is
starting to look HOT...just like this nuclear waste I'm eating! Is chilli an aphrodisiac?

CHILLI # 5 LALL'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER...
Judge # 1 -- Meaty, strong curry. Cayenne peppers freshly ground, adding
considerable kick. Very impressive.
Judge # 2 -- Average beef curry, could use more tomato. Must admit the
chilli peppers make a strong statement.
Judge # 3 -- My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no
longer focus my eyes. I farted and four people behind me needed paramedics. The
contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chilli had given me brain damage.
Shareen saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from the pitcher.
I wonder if I'm burning my lips off. It really pisses me off that the other judges
asked me to stop screaming. Screw them.

CHILLI # 6 - VERISHNEE'S VEGETARIAN VARIETY...
Judge # 1 -- Thin yet bold vegetarian variety curry. Good balance of spices and peppers.
Judge # 2 -- The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, and garlic. Superb.
Judge # 3 -- My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous,
sulphuric flames. I am definitely going to sh*t myself if I fart and I'm
worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand
behind me except that Shareen. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to
wipe my arse with a snow cone ice-cream.

CHILLI # 7 - SELINA'S 'MOTHER-IN-LAW'S-TONGUE' CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- A mediocre curry with too much reliance on canned
peppers.
Judge # 2 -- Ho hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a
can of chilli peppers at the last moment. (I should take note at this
stage that I am worried about Judge # 3. He appears to be in a bit
of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably).
Judge # 3 -- You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I
wouldn't feel a thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds
like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with curry which
slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava to match my
shirt. At least, during the autopsy, they'll know what killed me. I've
decided to stop breathing- it's too painful. Screw it; I'm not getting
any oxygen anyway. If I need air I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch
hole in my stomach.

CHILLI # 8 - NAIDOO'S TOENAIL CURLING CURRY...
Judge # 1 -- The perfect ending. This is a nice blend curry. Not too bold
but spicy enough to declare its existence.
Judge # 2 -- This final entry is a good, balanced curry. Neither mild
nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge #3 farted,
passed out, fell over and pulled the curry pot down on top of himself.
Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor man, wonder how he'd have
reacted to really hot curry?
Judge # 3 - No Report.

Electrical/running problems - Zeal 250

andy_marc — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 03:02:00 GMT

Hi all,
Just was after a bit of advice..
I have a Zeal 250 which has, up until a few months ago been a great bike.
It all started when one day on the way to work my bike lost power and died. (was out of fuel i think) anyway drained the battery trying to start it up so got the g/f to go and get me a new battery. She bought one from a Yamaha dealer which you had to add the acid to the battery on first use.. Anyways after i did this (and realised i had no fuel) it started up fine and off i went to work..

The next few times no real issue with the bike, until one day riding home from work - on the M2 (again) the bike lost power in the tunnel under Beecroft Rd and as soon as i pulled over the bike died, and wouldnt start again.. After managing not to die pushing my bike out of the tunnel was able to get someone to push start me.. The bike started no worries, then as soon as i lowered revs it dies.
Ended up towing bike home, then put on charge. Bike started fine again..
Didnt ride it for a few weeks, then next time i started it.. Bike kicks over fine, but the battery dies really quick. Charge Battery again all good, check voltage while bike is running - 13 Volts. Ride to get bike serviced, all good in workshop.
Next time i ride (1 week later) same thing.. Sluggish start then battery dead.
So charge again.. Starts fine, take bike for quick spin round the block and park it.
This morning, Bike starts fine, warm it up as usual. Kill the motor, Start it 10 mins later, ride maybe 4K from my house, sitting at lights go to take off and it stalls..
Try to start, no starter..
Clutch start the bike (luckily i was on a downhill) starts fine.. ride another 3 kays no problem. Stop at another set of lights and it dies..
Towed the bike back home...

So Im thinking its battery (might have a dud new batt)
But could it also be alternator? It does seem to be charging (hence the 13v while bike is running).
What you guys think

A musical slap

Paulstar3 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:42:21 GMT

Hey guys,

This is such a strange request but go with it... 8-[

A girl im seeing sent me this song "Robyn - you cant handle me" as a sort of playful thing / read between the lines type thing. I'm trying to find a musical retort to it, but nothing really appropriate in my collection'

song suggestions? 8-[8-[8-[

killing boredom

lowercase — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:09:50 GMT

A thread for people to go to when they actually have nothing to do (work is VERY quiet today).

Anyways, contribute or utilise.

http://www.zdaily.com/f1maze.htm

MotoGP Group buy 3day G.A tickets

Azz — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:05:38 GMT

Hi guys,

I'm willing to group buy 3day general admission tickets for the P.I MotoGP.

tickets are $150 if you purchase individually, but with the group buy you get the 11th FREE when you purchase 10, so they become $136 each.

Jade & I are definitely getting one each, so if I can find another 9 that are interested I'll organise the group buy so everyone can save some $$$.

Cheers,
Azz

Anyone need a new job?

snuff3r — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:12:20 GMT

Speed Management Officer- NSW ROADS AND TRAFFIC AUTHORITY

:rofl:

Dent Removal tools

thefloppy1 — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:28:26 GMT

Ok so I have managed to pick up a small dent in my Tank, I have no idea how it got there. it is on the right hand side of the tank, it is very shallow, and looks to be simular radius to a helmet.

Being very shallow I want to try removing the dent with out having to re-spray the whole thing.

It has been grating on me to have it there, so I want to pust it back out, as it is on a metal tank, I need to be fairly carefull. I am looking for a place in Melbourne that I can pick up some hand tools to push it out from the inside. I guess I will also be needing a heater(radiant) to warm the metal a little as well.

has anybody done this, or know where to get some tools to do this.

cheers

RVF vs P plater

Quo Vadas — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:48:13 GMT

Well, it appear that I have set myelf a personal record in having only owned a new bike for 6 days. I only posted my "New addition to the stable" last week and now I am posting this.................booooooo.
I was riding home last night from a friends house when a guy who has had his licence for only 3 months decides to just turn in front of me to go into a side street...............wack!!

I had just been waiting at a set of boom gates, waiting for a train to pass. Gates go up (I am first in line with cars behind me) so I start riding over the tracks and up the road and doing about 40kph. I see a car coming to a stop in the other lane with his indicator to turn right into the side street. All of a sudden as I get closer he just plants his foot and turns right in front of me. I try to pull an emergency stop but it's too late - I wack into his car and come off sliding momentarily down the road. I get up and make sure I'm alright - checking that nothing is broken and that my shoulder that I had surgery on in March is still in one peice - all is good thank f&%K.
I look over at the young male driver who is now standing out of his car just looking at me blankly and all I can hear him say is, "it's my fault, i didn't seee you, it's my fault.............." to which I shout back with the most appropriate answer.
Ask him for help to pick up my bike and move it and he looks completely in shock and can't do much. Bike is moved off the road and he pulls into a side street. An ambo was a few cars back and they pull in to make sure everyone is alright. They call the cops, cops come and do the normal routine crash report etc.

So my new RVF400 is looking a bit worse for wear at this stage but I don't think the damge is too bad as I hit the front LH side of his car without the full force of the front wheel (at least what I can remember). I think the damage is only cosmetic but I guess I'll find out once the insurance company do their thing with it.

Woke up today with a bit of a sore head from when my head hit the ground and a bit of bruising to my hip and elbow. Was wearing full gear so felt well protected.

I'm just pissed about the trashing the bike and the whole incident in general. At least I'm alright but I just feel a bit gutted..........:(

NSW - MCC of NSW, new Delegate/s needed

Toecutter — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:25:37 GMT

Currently netrider has two delegates, myself and Motoplast, who's much better known as Tex, Bundy's chauffeur

I am resigning, and Tex doesn't get to too many meetings, but is already very well known in the industry, and am fairly confident he'd be happy for someone else more active on netrider to take his spot - have lost his number, but knowing Tex, he just gets on with it.

Anyone wishing to put their hand up, should try and attend Monday night's meeting, see what the MCC is all about and look towards contributing something moving forward.

www.mccofnsw.org.au

Ideally, after Monday's meeting, nominees should be put up. MCC Constitution allows for three Delegates, although only two can vote. So if more than three nominate, then a vote needs to be held - a Poll would be fine. The thread/s would need to be taken to next MCC meeting

I have some email replies regarding CTP, so will forward these to the next Delegate

Feel free to email me on alex@hothomeloans.com.au for any other questions

Regards Alex

Interesting observation about public transport

smee — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:04:29 GMT

Riding in this morning on the Monash I was amazed at how little traffic there was considering the traffic every other morning at this time is horrendous.
Apparently public transport is free today to make up for the chaos the trains had the other morning.
Sop I came to thinking that if the cost of public transport were to be dropped by half would it encourage many motorists, riders alike to take up the train or still ride/drive in?
I was seriously amazed at the lack of congestion and hopefully it goves the government something to think about like improving services to PT whilst reducing the price.

Oberon/Bathurst to Goulburn

Lilley — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:41:31 GMT

I'm planning a bit of a jaunt for the near future. I've heard there are some pretty decent roads snaking their way south from bathurst/lithgow. Can someone give me there recommendation for a route?

Many thanks.

Ride while you are AWAKE

Mendy — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:03:04 GMT

Or this might happen . .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qf4Nm...eature=related

"The Addams Family"

Nightowl — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:03:02 GMT

Hi everyone,

Just thought I'd quickly share another little vid before I get back to winter hibernating. :D

It's just a slight visual reinterpretation of The Addams Family theme (on youtube).

Have a great weekend!!!

Cheers,
nightowl

How much do riding jeans stretch?

chokpa — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:39:28 GMT

Hey guys,

Thinking of buying some Draggins or Hornees. Normal jeans I wear a 33 but they stretch to fit and loosen up.

Riding jeans are stitched differently and have kevlar, would this stop them from stretching?

Thanks guys :-({|=

Red Light Runner - With Video

RJ45 — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:32:11 GMT

Pretty self explanatory.....

- Waiting at the lights
- Traffic flowing slowly in the perpendicular direction
- my light turns green
- prick deliberately runs a red, blocking traffic
- Excuse my French at the end... :P

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIPbxvDPZFk

Something for your children to think about?

Galex — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:21:03 GMT

I was at a meeting tonight and one of the speakers was talking about the possibility of Australia being like Nauru in 50 years time.

For those unaware, Nauru was "blessed" with a lot of phosphate rock, see this extract from Wikipedia:

Independence
On January 31, 1968 Nauru became the world's smallest independent republic. Phosphate rights were acquired from Britain in 1970 and the Nauru Phosphate Corporation was established. Money gained from the exploitation of phosphate was put into the Nauru Phosphate Royalties Trust and gave Nauruans the second highest GDP Per Capita (second only to the United Arab Emirates) and one of the highest standards of living in the world.

Modern-day Nauru

By the close of the twentieth century, the phosphate supplies were fast running out. Nauru finally joined the UN in 1999.

As its phosphate stores began to run out (by 2006, its reserves were exhausted), the island was reduced to an environmental wasteland. Nauru appealed to the International Court of Justice to compensate for the damage from almost a century of phosphate strip-mining by foreign companies. In 1993, Australia offered Nauru an out-of-court settlement of 2.5 million Australian dollars annually for 20 years. New Zealand and the UK additionally agreed to pay a one-time settlement of $12 million each. Declining phosphate prices, the high cost of maintaining an international airline, and the government's financial mismanagement combined to make the economy collapse in the late 1990s. By the millennium Nauru was virtually bankrupt."

What do you think? We have already just about killed off our manufacturing industry. Is this what is in store for our children?