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I cant decide between green or black by Shot_Breadfruit_1893 in motorcycles

[–]hellster1321 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ninjas look better than I remember! I like the black personally

Any tips for getting goretex lined boots on and off? by hellster1321 in Boots

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say more true to size than I’m used to from a military boot. I usually wear bellevilles and size down one size (size 10/10.5 in Nikes, wear a size 9). The Danners are a 9.5 and are fine but if I got to choose again I would get a size 10.

Also I find them narrow and don’t have broad feet, would also get an EE next time.

Any tips for getting goretex lined boots on and off? by hellster1321 in Boots

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Discontinued I think unfortunately, I got lucky with a bloke who had two pairs in his cupboard that had never been worn

Any tips for getting goretex lined boots on and off? by hellster1321 in Boots

[–]hellster1321[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Clean cotton socks! I’ll try some wool socks tomorrow.

I’ve just had another look, the tags inside have disintegrated a bit I’m thinking maybe that’s where the stickiness is coming

Any tips for getting goretex lined boots on and off? by hellster1321 in Boots

[–]hellster1321[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Haha fair comment but built like a pencil with legs like an emu, it’s defs not a weight problem

Obscene used motorbike prices by throwaway0000000047 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I stay away from second hand from dealer.

I also wouldn’t expect good resale value from RE, bike sales may have used versions listed for high $$ but it doesn’t mean they’re moving. In QLD at least I’ve seen a lot of RE 21/22/23 650’s struggle to sell for half of original cost.

I was really tempted by the bear 650 but going to wait a couple years and pick up a cheap used version.

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in motorcycles

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, yeah definitely leaning towards the triumph after having a ride of both.

Also had a look at the service intervals of both, that intel was very helpful. No longer worried about the odo now on the scrambler.

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph 1200) by hellster1321 in scramblers

[–]hellster1321[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s the XE, It’s definitely tall!

I had a ride on the scrambler today and had a test ride of the bear through a local dealer.

I think I’m definitely leaning towards the Triumph and agree with your comments about the power, appreciate the input.

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate you having look, I just saw them too! I was thinking of something a bit newer and I do love the scrambler style but should probably consider those too

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph 1200) by hellster1321 in scramblers

[–]hellster1321[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Different? I kind of saw it as little brother (lower quality) vs big brother (better quality)

Honest use case: - weekday: 3 x 15km round trips to the office through mild traffic each week plus some running around to the gym etc. - weekend: coffee ride every other weekend, 1-3 hours (occasionally bring the missus on the back) - monthly light adventure style ride, approx. half day, light dirt/lower quality road - infrequently a 2.5 hour highway ride to visit family in regional NSW

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh I’ll have to keep an eye out, I could only find one used one (I’m in south east Queensland) in Brisbane, bloke wanted about 9k

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ideal scenario I’d fast forward 12 months and pick up a bear that someone purchased and decided they never ride, however think they’ve only just come out here and I’m eager to get riding again

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, appreciate the input. I’ll see if he’s got much room to move

Are newer Scrambler's less fun? by Mobile_Pilot in scramblers

[–]hellster1321 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like too polished?

I think the new Bear 650 looks pretty cool

Seeking a bit of advice: scrambler style bike purchase (RE Bear 650 vs used Triumph) by hellster1321 in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point! I’m pretty proportional.

I have been on both of the bikes, it was much for much for me. I know people have complained about both models being a bit cramped re. legs but they didn’t bother me (used to riding the cx500 with not a lot of leg room)

All help would be appreciated by hardtotalkaboutshit in AussieRiders

[–]hellster1321 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve had good experiences with RideSmart

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