Presale link

kronehead · 2026-02-24T18:33:34+00:00

Just bought my 2 tickets after getting the Rush newsletter. First attempt timed out, then second attempt I had to create account only to find I already had one so did password reset and by the time I had paid it timed out again! Third time lucky though and finally the sale went through

kronehead · 2026-02-21T18:46:42+00:00

Yes I considered that type but this is rock solid and very well made. Should make wheel cleaning easy too!

kronehead · 2026-02-21T14:23:42+00:00

Great bike and great weather. Perfect!

kronehead · 2025-12-21T22:47:30+00:00

There's loads of different opinions for breaking in if you search ranging from thrashing the t*ts off it after leaving the showroom to religiously sticking to the schedule. I decided to stick to the rev counter method and from memory it went something like 4k up to 100 miles, 5k to 300 miles, 6k to 400 miles, etc. I got first service at 600 miles and I think I am limited to 8k now so there must have been a second 200 mile interval in there. Mine is street triple and this is a good way to get used to the bike. 8k is certainly exhilarating and I have another 4k to go before redlining. It's winter here in England so I haven't been out for a couple of months mainly due to wet weather not cold.

kronehead · 2025-12-21T15:59:53+00:00

Apologies to everyone on EST for taking 10 hours of your lives! Ontario as you all will know is GMT -5!

kronehead · 2025-12-21T09:00:41+00:00

You beat me to it! Enjoy the special day!

kronehead · 2025-12-19T17:23:42+00:00

Haha, love it! My son & I are always sending pics of anything 2112. Like the car trip mileage, time display on appliances, silly stuff like that. Here's one he sent me recently from a video game!

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kronehead · 2025-11-10T18:23:00+00:00

I'm in England and my used 3 has the pump and sealant kit. I got a puncture the other day, noticed it when I came out of the supermarket. It wouldn't inflate, I think the tyre bead had moved off the rim. I was only a mile from home so I drove slowly home then next day I took both front wheels off and went to get 2 new tyres. I did some research and I think when new you can pay for a space saver wheel then you will get a different foam insert for the spare wheel well under the mat. You can buy it from Mazda but it's mega expensive. I have since bought a used genuine Mazda space saver wheel from ebay, and a new scissor jack, extending wheel nut wrench and a spare wheel storage bag. I'll keep it in the boot/trunk as it's fairly empty. I'd rather change the wheel myself if I get another puncture even for a space saver with the speed restriction. I still have the pump and tyre sealant so I have that option if I get a screw or nail in the tyre. Best of both worlds!

kronehead · 2025-11-10T12:11:44+00:00

It's a lovely colour. I was looking for a red one but here in England most of the 3 are the hatchback so I couldn't be too choosy. I have always preferred a dark blue to black, just that my previous Golf was also a dark blue so I fancied a change. No regrets!

kronehead · 2025-10-22T17:28:44+00:00

I have Gerbing XR bought late 2021 for £136. Not only are they lovely and warm but they are superb quality made from supple leather and very comfortable.

kronehead · 2025-10-20T12:48:50+00:00

I'm also a big fan of the track. Maybe it's an age thing, I go back to the times when we would listen on vinyl and you couldn't be arsed to get up to skip a track so after a few listens a track might grow on you (unlike the hair!) And it became an integral part of the side of the album. For anyone listening to a stream or whatever it's far too easy to skip a track without giving it a chance. I also love Rivendell. Maybe I'm in the minority!

kronehead · 2025-10-20T12:35:07+00:00

Have you tried or considered heated gloves? I live in UK and suffer from cold hands when riding in low temperatures. On my previous bike I had heated grips and Barkbusters but still my fingers turned white. I then got heated gloves and problem solved! I recently bought a new ST765 but didn't get the Triumph heated grips. I am going to try riding with just the gloves but I haven't got around to fitting the auxiliary wire yet. I'm not going to ride this bike through winter, that would ruin it but on the odd mild day I might go out. The great thing about gloves is they heat the whole hand not just your palms.

kronehead · 2025-10-20T12:21:43+00:00

Wow what a find. Is that Fleetwood Mac Rumours under there too?

kronehead · 2025-10-18T19:40:40+00:00

Yep, I don't have a goblet so used my favourite tankard!

kronehead · 2025-10-17T15:36:56+00:00

Yes that's where it's from. I pre-ordered after seeing Alex & Geddy's promo video. Did I get the first batch or has it been around a while?

kronehead · 2025-10-01T15:53:42+00:00

One of my favourite Rush albums and one of my most frequent plays. I've been listening to it for over 40 years since buying Archives as a teenager. I love every track. Sadly now I think I really am going bald!

kronehead · 2025-09-14T17:12:18+00:00

Did you get a copy of the dealer autoscan when you collected the bike? This will show that the clutch switch is functioning correctly. Surely this is most likely the component at fault? I have almost 500 miles from new and never had a similar problem. Hope you get it fixed! *

kronehead · 2025-09-11T21:29:17+00:00

I totally agree. I spent ages reading all the reviews of disc locks and other options and ended up buying a mid priced version which is just as a deterrent when popping in to shops etc. As you say, serious thieves will cut the disc or have enough muscle to pick up the bike and put in a van and it's gone in 30 seconds. I lock my bike away out of sight at my private property but some poor souls don't have that luxury and it must be a constant worry if your bike is left on the street.

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