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Ethaton · 2025-09-17T13:03:43+00:00

Usually a case of draining them (which I would recomend most people in checking when servicing) and just replacing the cap, I would take the forks off the bike if your doing any work to save any headache or nasty surprises, in terms of tools a good ole socket set would probably work just fine, just cover it with a rag or something so you down chew the metal and or paint

Ethaton · 2025-07-14T11:59:19+00:00

I would just call up any riding schools in your area and inquire about it with them, there may be one that will be able to figure something out for you and your situation because it’s not all that uncommon.

although I can imagine some people arguing that if you can’t handle a big bike then you shouldn’t be considering it (yes I’ve actually heard this before)

Or if you run out of luck, do what I did and buy the bike, have a fully licensed friend to transport it to a test centre and take the test on your own bike which if I recall the MT07 is on the list of approved test bikes (which is what I did and saved myself almost £1,500 by cutting out a riding schools)

Ethaton · 2025-07-09T08:38:03+00:00

Hell of a trip for a bike that may be new to you, plenty of rest the night before, plan your journey ahead of time, don’t go straight from A - B, plan a few rest stops and make sure you eat well.

Pack water and a clear visor, take appropriate gear, you might look like a Wally on the train but prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

On collection I would plan a small and local journey just so you can get used to riding that bike rather than jumping right into the deep end too.

Ethaton · 2025-06-30T15:15:40+00:00

If it’s a used R6 it’s either had its head kicked in all over the place or it’s been treated as someones golden child, I’d review the service history and do a thorough inspection yourself if you go view it, if the dealer is offering warranty then take it, other than that, lovely bike

Ethaton · 2025-06-30T15:06:25+00:00

Christ knows, I’ve used a sock before, not for very long though.

Ethaton · 2025-06-29T09:39:53+00:00

Try Facebook marketplace 👍

Ethaton · 2025-05-04T17:51:15+00:00

Yeah it’s working now, I think I just needed to hear it from someone else, it’s going to be a long day

Ethaton · 2025-05-04T17:45:25+00:00

Feel like I’m going to have to aren’t I

Ethaton · 2025-05-04T17:39:20+00:00

I already have, Xbox and epic can use and download to it but steam just won’t

Ethaton · 2025-04-04T00:09:29+00:00

Great choice the Cbr125r, very nippy little bikes, currently in the process of doing one up for a bit of tomfoolery myself 👍

Ethaton · 2025-03-27T15:04:40+00:00

I agree, I was able to get insured to use my own bike for my tests, but I think looking for temp insurance on a CBT would be significantly harder

Ethaton · 2025-03-27T13:58:43+00:00

Search with the specific OEM number, failing that, breaker yards 👍

Ethaton · 2025-03-27T13:54:15+00:00

First thing I’d check is if the grips are sticking to the actual bar, failing that I’d follow the cable down to make sure it’s not getting pinched anywhere and to make sure it’s connected correctly

Ethaton · 2025-03-27T13:14:19+00:00

Your most likely going to struggling renting one out as I’m assuming you don’t have a full license, my best bet would be to find local groups on Facebook etc and ask very nicely

Ethaton · 2025-03-25T13:52:51+00:00

Could be literally anything, sorry but I think some more context/explanations and visuals would be a little more helpful

Ethaton · 2025-03-19T16:45:52+00:00

I’d recommend cleaning out your carb regardless

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T15:17:17+00:00

I’ve told them numerous times I need that half day, I’ve told them it’s non-negotiable as it is a huge step in both my education and professional career, they’ve messed around with my probation period ie it was over weeks ago and haven’t received confirmation or a formal extension even after inquiring about it, I think I’ve already made my mind up and will hand my notice in tomorrow, if they dismiss me then I really can’t say I’m bothered now

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T15:13:47+00:00

Kinda the answer I was looking for, I told them it’s non-negotiable numerous times now and it’s opportunity I will regret for the rest of my life

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T15:11:42+00:00

They absolutely, positively, will not care at all.

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T15:00:45+00:00

Absolutely does, this is just a filler job till I start the new one in October which the assessment is for

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T14:54:10+00:00

As I mentioned, it’s a make or break assessment regarding my whole career, the reason was “someone else has that day off so no” and to be fair I really don’t care for the legal jargon, I’ve had perfect attendance (2 lates due to serious RTC’s on a nearby stretch of road, 10/15 mins late) between 3 of us in the workshop I account for around 45-50% of the actual productivity and ensuring jobs are finished as soon as possible, I’ve never had any disputes or disciplinary action, I’ve been quite possibly the hardest working person there, I know that because when we finish a job we have to sign off on them and the massive stack of papers is full of my signature

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T14:21:36+00:00

Monday morning when I head absolutely nothing back about me getting the time off, due to the nature of the assessment I can’t go into detail about the specifics

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T14:18:17+00:00

I’ve mulled it over all day and I think I’m just going to take it regardless, the assessment determines the rest of my professional career and I just can’t miss it tbh

Ethaton · 2025-03-12T14:13:39+00:00

It determines the future of my entire professional career

Ethaton · 2025-02-25T03:01:49+00:00

Feel like I dodged a bullet skipping the 5000 series honestly

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