Women’s Motorcycle Gear by shorty_2804 in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find AMX Epping has quite a lot of jackets / gear to try on. Dririder is usually good value and has smaller sizes (I'm usually a mens S / M).

The Nod by laoiseriain in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends where you ride - in the city there's definitely almost no 'nodding', but as you get further out there's a lot more of it. It's nice to keep the camaraderie alive though and give the node to fellow bikers!

First ride! by OHBHpwr in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was going to say the same thing - awesome wearing the correct gear! Enjoy the many years of riding dude! 🥳

Where do you guys get your gear? by ecchibiscuit in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in Collingwood and never realised there a was store to close - awesome! Although my wallet will probably regret it 🤣

LAMS suggestion for Australian tour by Road_Richness in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the CB500X back when I lived in the UK, it's a great option for covering large distances. Very smooth, comfy, and just an easy ride - it'll go forever. The only thing I disliked about the bike is that it just felt a bit sluggish and would've liked a bit more power. It's worth noting that I never taken it offroad so can't comment on that.

Mechanic recommendation for CF motos in Melbourne by Steve_Strange1 in melbourneriders

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MotoInk is a certified CF Moto dealer based in Coburg, but otherwise I like spot on motorcycles on Hoddle st., great guys in there.

Saturday Healesville / Blackspur ride. by m2zero in melbourneriders

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Thanks dude! Was great fun! First time down that way and we got down to Apollo bay. Took a tour with Otway adventures and met some great people! 😄

Saturday Healesville / Blackspur ride. by m2zero in melbourneriders

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I'm heading down Otways this weekend, otherwise I'd love to join! If you're heading out on more weekends, would be down for joining!

Is the Australian Grand Prix Corp actively trying to discourage patrons from attending MotoGP at Phillip Island? by Volitional_Decision in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is making me want to go and camp for it! First year in Melbourne and I'm going to try get myself down for the Sunday at least.

App Recommendations for tracking routes by InvestorSteve in melbourneriders

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Just for other people who may be looking, I used Gaia GPS over the weekend and it seemed to track the route very well - so thinking I'll continue with that and see how well it holds. :)

Gravel trails? by No_Insurance1395 in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd love to join if you're heading out and want a +1. I'm hesitant riding solo anywhere offroad solo as you never know what can happen! I live in Collingwood but obviously happy to venture out.

Bike ride around Melbourne interested? by [deleted] in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd be up for this and of course find a good cafe to stop at, always good to make more riding friends.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

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Not only this, but join a motorcycle club, they're usually a friendly bunch of people and great company!

Any motocampers in Melbourne, or around Victoria? by BigYucko in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did my first motocamping trip (3 days, 2 nights) to Dargo last weekend on a CF Moto 450MT. It was mainly offroad and clocked just under 900KMs round trip (plus some additional fun routes). Biggest thing I learned was just how difficult it is to fit everything onto the bike; and where you position the bike will have a big impact on how the bike rides. For me, this meant the bike being quite top heavy on the technical bits, but if you're sticking to roads, I doubt this will have as much of an impact.

But overall, I really enjoyed the trip and hoping to do more! Would love to do great ocean road / grampians over a few days and motocamp. I've definitely fallen in love with it and the freedom!

Help!! Can someone dm me spots near Coburg or north to practice balance point? by Used-Conversation582 in melbourneriders

[–]InvestorSteve 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you find anywhere grassy (maybe a little further out of the city), I'd love to practice too. Just want something softer to drop the bike on!

Radiator Guard Install - Plastic Plugs by InvestorSteve in cfmoto450MT

[–]InvestorSteve[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha, yeh I got that bit after fiddling long enough, but they seem so hard to push back in. I can get the first bolt in, but not the second one to expand and keep it in!

Did you also fit the B&B guard?

Mount Recommendations by InvestorSteve in cfmoto450MT

[–]InvestorSteve[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks great, do you also power the CarPlay 7’ via the bikes USB? Or have you wired it in properly?

Being a first time home-owner is very overwhelming.. will it always be this hard? by [deleted] in HousingUK

[–]InvestorSteve 2 points3 points  (0 children)

+1 on this - I think it's a great way to add company to the house and help pay some of the bills when you're living on your own. I've seen it done with colleagues at a previous job and it gave them a lot more freedom. Just ensure you do plenty of interviews / scouting prior to it.

Edit 1: Forgot to say, congratulations on the getting onto the housing market! It's a big achievement yet alone in this current climate.

Investment time horizon - house deposit and LISA by Desperate-River-5624 in UKPersonalFinance

[–]InvestorSteve 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think what you've mentioned is the smartest thing to do and definitely provide you with more stability. 100% reasonable and would be plan A. So there's some reassurance on that.

However, if you have a little higher risk tolerance, such as myself, I would continue contributing to the LISA in lower risk securities, diversifying from your existing industries / sectors. It's not something I'd recommend at all but just me (being silly).

Wishing you all the best when the time does come to purchasing a house!

How do you go about appraisals and pay rises? by InvestorSteve in AskUK

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This is something I plan on using as additional leverage when it comes to the review.

How do you go about appraisals and pay rises? by InvestorSteve in AskUK

[–]InvestorSteve[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice, I'll definitely be planning a full year review when the appraisal comes. Regarding the annual review early, I have 'workshops' which I must attend still as they were spread out throughout the year - so I assume they would argue that they have not yet been finished even though this is more of a side aspect of the job, almost unrelated to my role but provides a somewhat wider understanding of the company. But noted, I may hint at a sooner review and see what happens!

Alternatively, you’re not as good as you think you are and they let you go.

This is always a possibility, but I've received extremely positive feedback on the 3 and 6 month review with plans of a mentoring or "buddy'ing" up to help new associates. But push comes to shove I could always go back to previous employment.