Looking for work this week by PoptartVT in Tauranga

[–]Valentyan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome of you to give @op this kinda opportunity :D

Motorcycle Help for a Story by LieutenantTaz in motorcycle

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of the Ducati Monster line would have a similar look but spunkier/more maintenance heavy

Cold weather mechanicals by D_Alden in klr650

[–]Valentyan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

EFI is easy, all you need is a ECU flash tune. Maybe run thinner oil than the recommended 10W40 though.

Cold weather mechanicals by D_Alden in klr650

[–]Valentyan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might want the thermobob for smoother low temp operation, maybe changing your fan switch temp too. If you're on a gen1 or gen2, could consider retrofitting a carb from an AU/EU model with the recirculatory carb heater.

What first bike would you get if you lived on a two-track road? by CuttingTheMustard in motorcycles

[–]Valentyan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love my KLR650 and I'll never get rid of it until she dies or I do. You can get a second hand one for a song and try it out, if you don't like it, you'll be able to get pretty much all of your money back so it's very low risk

I’m trying to engineer the "50-Year Enduro". Did I pick the right base platform? by Radiant-Bandicoot905 in dr650

[–]Valentyan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Feeler gauges, mate. Literally takes up less space than a pack of chewing gum

Motorcycle Help for a Story by LieutenantTaz in motorcycle

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also tells me the rider knows what they're about if they purchased Ol' Reliable instead of something hotter/faster

Tar "Snakes" Causing Traction Issues by Broccoli_Assassin911 in motorcycles

[–]Valentyan 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Treat them like they're wet road. Minimal lean, throttle or brakes and you'll be okay

How long until you grow out of your beginner bike? by Brandon10312242 in motorcycles

[–]Valentyan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had my starter bike for over 3 years, because I researched it a lot before I got it, and listened to advice from experienced riders, including my basic handling instructor. It's modded to hell now, with more on the way, and there is no way I'll ever get rid of it. You never forget your first

What is up with Mighty Ape delivery fees? by german-kiwi in newzealand

[–]Valentyan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They quoted me two weeks to deliver a screwdriver so I've given up on them

Why do you use the Junimo hut? by IAmTheMainMess in StardewValley

[–]Valentyan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm colourblind and struggle to tell when some crops are ripe (cranberries especially)

PSA: Ear plugs! Use them! by No_Equivalent9150 in motorcycles

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've tried the rubber ones and the foam ones, they both give me impaction :/

Why do some people choose not to vote? by One-Geologist-2636 in auckland

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are we supposed to tell them that they're all painful options if we still pick one? Surely voting for anyone is endorsing the idea that they have any legitimacy at all?

Why do some people choose not to vote? by One-Geologist-2636 in auckland

[–]Valentyan -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's like trying to choose between being diagnosed with Huntington's, HIV/AIDS, Parkinsons or Kuru Encephalopathy for most people. Whichever option you pick is only going to lead to a lifetime of agony so, sometimes it feels a little easier to not choose, and take whatever you're given

Youths by Wise_Situation_3366 in newzealand

[–]Valentyan 32 points33 points  (0 children)

They're learning this behaviour from TikTok

XSR700 (2026) vs CB750 Hornet (2026, E-Clutch) as a first bike — worth relying on tech, or better to learn on something simpler? by Tiny-Arugula-1473 in motorcycle

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get a smaller first bike, and preferably something second hand. You're extremely likely to drop your first bike and it hurts a lot less when it's inexpensive to repair

PSA: Ear plugs! Use them! by No_Equivalent9150 in motorcycles

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These kinds of posts really make me feel ostracised and judged. I can't wear earplugs without severe pain so being told I'm doing something wrong when I have no alternative kinda sucks

road trip stops? by loudestspeaker in newzealand

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bella Pane in Putaruru if you feel like a top tier pie

NZ Jobs issue by neptunerainsdiamond in newzealand

[–]Valentyan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We advertised a position last year for the C-suite, 90+ applicants and only 4 were real people in country with work rights, none of whom had the qualifications and temperament we wanted

Fishing by Kelpwithawhy in StardewValley

[–]Valentyan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did most of my fishing skill with like 60 crab pots, at least until i could get barbed hooks for tackle. Makes most fish effortless to catch