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Boat · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 1:02 am

Hello Fellows,

Just to introduce myself and say hello to you all.

I have been riding motorcycles since early 1980's, passing my test in 1985.

My dad is a motorcyclist, so for me biking is in the blood.

I have owned and ridden many bikes over the years starting on a Yamaha TY50, RD350 YPVS, Honda 400 Super Dream, Yamaha FZS600 Fazer, Honda VTR1000 Fire Storm, Aprilia Pegaso 650 (Rotax 655), Ducati Multistrada 1000 DS, Ducati 1098s and my current bike - BMW R1200GS Adventure - 2010 model.

In addition to my GSA, I am searching for a 4-Stroke lightweight bike and some like-minded buddies to ride and explore some trails / boats (I like sailing and boats, hence my username).

The sort of bike I'm searching will be 400cc - 650cc (400 - 450cc preferably) a Honda XR, KTM EXC, Husky and perhaps a Suzuki DRZ - I am informed by others the DRZ is a good, strong, bombproof and cheap all rounder but having said that I find it least appealing of the bunch.

I reside near Chichester, West Sussex and would like to join a local group for rides when I buy another bike.

Re; trails and boats in my local area - I don't think there are many if at all, so where are the legal trails :?:

I am not in to racing or tearing up the countryside, I just want the freedom to explore trails / boats at a leisurely pace with some friends (if possible). I respect every individuals rights, rights of way, whether a rambler, horse rider or 4x4 enthusiast etc and their opinions whether I agree with them or not, however I expect the sentiment to be mutually reciprocated.

Regards,

Richard.

steve cartwright · **Joined:** Mon Apr 06, 2009 4:01 pm **Posts:** 758

Hello and welcome. Check out your nearest TRF group here:

http://www.trf.org.uk/groups.html

mickmod23 · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 4:36 pm

hi and welcome

pjdunc · **Joined:** Fri Apr 10, 2009 12:53 am **Posts:** 275

Hello & welcome to the forum

akendall1966 · **Joined:** Wed Jul 06, 2011 4:49 pm **Posts:** 267

Hi Boat...

I am relatively new to the trails too, and after a false start on an HD MT350 :roll:

I have got a CCM 404e and its :mrgreen:

DRZ motor with WP (KTM) suspension, was out today for my second off tarmc outing on it, and had a ball. They don't fetch big money, so maybe one to consider!

Sorry don't know your area, but sure the local TRF'rs will show you where you can go.

Richard Simpson · **Joined:** Fri Apr 03, 2009 3:08 pm **Posts:** 1588

Forum member JohnPaul1st is the chap to talk to..he comes from around your way!

Boat · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:16 pm

steve cartwright wrote:

Hello and welcome. Check out your nearest TRF group here:

http://www.trf.org.uk/groups.html

Hi Steve,

Thanks for the info.

Cheers.

Boat · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:17 pm

mickmod23 wrote:

hi and welcome

Hi Mick,

Thanks for the welcome.

Cheers.

Boat · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:18 pm

pjdunc wrote:

Hello & welcome to the forum

Hello Duncan,

Thanks for the welcome.

Cheers.

Boat · **Posted:** Sun Oct 30, 2011 10:23 pm

akendall1966 wrote:

Hi Boat...

I am relatively new to the trails too, and after a false start on an HD MT350 :roll:

I have got a CCM 404e and its :mrgreen:

DRZ motor with WP (KTM) suspension, was out today for my second off tarmc outing on it, and had a ball. They don't fetch big money, so maybe one to consider!

Sorry don't know your area, but sure the local TRF'rs will show you where you can go.

Hi,

Thanks for the welcome and the interesting info - I'll have a look at CCM.

Cheers.

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