Comments on: Let’s Rock…Let’s Not Shall We.

By: Dave Blendell

Dave Blendell — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:18:29 +0000

Gordon,I’m currently riding a 6 year-old Honda Hornet and it’s needed no more than a wash and a bit of lubing after Winter….and like you my bike is my only transport.I’ve been looking around for another machine but it seems as if every recent bike I check out seems to have all kinds of glitches or flaws.Also when I tour the showrooms most of the bikes are looking a lot shabbier than my machine despite being newer,and while I don’t neglect my bikes they’re basically utility vehicles to me and don’t get pampered either.Seems to me that “they don’t make them like they used to” and after about 2 months of looking I’m close to giving up.Bike finish seems far worse than it was even a couple of years ago and no-one seems to be able make F.I. bikes run properly,my Honda and the Fazer I had before that is silky smooth around town with no stuttering or misbehaviour.Been offered a very good deal on a year old Yamaha XJ6 by a local dealer,exceptional even, but veering towards keeping old faithful until the wheels fall off.It still feels fresh and lively,I know it’s entire history and it’s never,ever let me down…..so might as well spend the money on something else.
As for BMW’s,I’ve heard some real horror stories about recent ones,local bloke reckons BMW spent as much on warranty claims as he paid for the thing and he off-loaded it very quickly before the warranty ran out.That’s extreme but plenty of tales from disgruntled owners,sometimes lifelong BMW rider,online.If you want that kind of thing you’re better off with a Transalp or V Strom,both proven reliable models that dont carry a massive premium because of the badge on the tank.

By: carriesmith143

carriesmith143 — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:10:22 +0000

You have a nice bike! but always remember you should have to take extra good care of yourselves and wear all the protective gear when traveling. have a nice trip.

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By: Baz

Baz — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:52:12 +0000

Hi mate , have you considered a r1150gs , Apparantly they are better road bikes and will save you a shed load of cash on a r1200gs .Beemers still have build quality issues but if looked after will last a lifetime engine is bulletproof although they are expensive to service apparently. I’m considering getting one myself as I also ride all season too and want a better suited bike for my needs
Anyway good luck whatever you decide.

By: Gordon

Gordon — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:04:46 +0000

Thanks Malcolm.

I really appreciate your comment and hope that you spread the word about yamyambiker.

I am going to be updating it a lot more in 2010 because I was really a bit lax last year.

Anyway, aye I’ve had Klan heated gloves (you can find the review if you search for it) and they were great, until they overheated and broke. I am never confident in the longevity of gloves with elements built in in order to justify the cost of them. Plus, what if they get wet inside? What if they aren’t as waterproof as you need? Your then stuck with a pair of heated gloves that are constantly soaking?

I would be really interested to hear a more in depth opinion of your Gerbing ones.

All the best!

Gordon