Devon TRF Group Forum

bombx3 · bombx3

I have the chance of a drz 400e 2010 ,has any one got one or had one that can give me a idea what it's like compared to the xr400 Chhers -- Edited by bombx3 on Tuesday 25th of September 2012 05:23:53 PM

L'orange · L'orange

-- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:02:09 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:03:32 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:05:00 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:05:37 PM

devontrfbiker · devontrfbiker

Thinking of getting a bike for a bit of laning and bit of running round on tarmac to fro work, would like a bike that is low on maintenence, something along the lines of the honda xr400 or honda xr250 or crf 230. Want to stay away from the newer wr ktms etc. have thought about the drz400e i usto mess round on on...

Gruff growl · Gruff growl

Hi folks, I have had an email from a couple of people in the Bideford area, who have recently bought a couple of quad bikes. They are asking me what we are all about, whether, we allow quad bikes in the TRF and where they could ride. I am putting this on here in the hope that maybe one of our North Devon members...

jt · jt

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=1PvJBC42Du-- Edited by jt on Sunday 23rd of September 2012 04:03:54 PM

TTR · TTR

Just had a phone call from Stevve Harcus. He is out for a short bimble in East Devon and his mate had a badger in the Otterton area - lane 192-183 I think he meant. The group has stopped at Tipton for cofee and pasties and Mark has noticed his RA is missing - broken off at the mount Please keep an eyer out for it...

Kwaka Geoff · Kwaka Geoff

Whilst cleaning the missus car this afternoon (well, she aint never gunna do it!) someone on a blue TM 2T rode past my house (St Margarets Road), all geared up and looking pretty dirty like they were on their way home. This is not the first time ive seen this bike/rider ride pass my house either so im guess...

danno82 · danno82

Took a mate from work out on his first ride in the lanes today. Unfortunately for him it ended rather quicky.......... He text me earlier. Sat up Derriford Hospital with a Badly fractured ankle and looks like he may need to go for an op!

jt · jt

Well, The story started a year or back when I decided to flog the HD and get something different......well SWMBO wasn't impressed as she likes going out on the tractor now and again so the idea was shelved . A month or so ago I took a shine to a Trumpet Street Triple in Bridge as it looked like a fun thing to bl...

bombx3 · bombx3

Im lucky enough to get another bike but unsure which bike I dont a full on 2013 race 450 endruo bike or a ttr250 I do like the XR 400 power but the bikes heavy and the suspension is a bit old and soft Up to 3 years old only Any suggestions

Simmo · Simmo

I didn't really think that it would be so different to what I was expecting but the deed is done now so I'll have to calm down and live with it when the weather gets interesting but until then........Banzai!!!!! I think I'm over the novelty now....... PS Riding home this afternnon I had the thought that...

Simmo · Simmo

It makes a difference to the old beasty. Anyone have a brand preference and why? -- Edited by Simmo on Friday 21st of September 2012 08:23:12 AM

drj · drj

Newton Abbot auto jumble is on Sun 30th sept at the cattle market. Often some bike bits and bobs there. They only have 2 a year there so its worth taking a look.

Clayton · Clayton

Need to get a chimney lined, and a log burner installed by a qualified person, have had some totally ridiculus quotes so far by larger companies selling and installing, am cosidering buying direct so I just need a qualified installer, any suggestions or help appreciated.

delvey91 · delvey91

Perfect for some heavy duty clearing tasks out on the trail?

phil400 · phil400

my ktm has been a great bike but thought it was time for something newer and better?!

Harty · Harty

Put that box of tissues away Doug -- Edited by Harty on Monday 17th of September 2012 06:51:33 PM

willywombat · willywombat

or ones to avoid and why ? I know lots of people come unstuck cos of the vast reams of T&C's that are a a pain to read through and even more difficult to understand fully. Also changing bike fees etc . what else to watch out for? would it be better to insure each one separately? someone recommended ebik...

Simmo · Simmo

After spending most of the time since my impacted cocyx driving a car and being bored stiff by driving tin boxes on wheels that easily spin and hit stuff I wanted a winter hack. I seriously thought about the CRF but decidied against it as it would entail 36 months of pain also being a 250 it is a bit gay for t...

jt · jt

And found these... Thought this was a cool thing to do to a Dommy And this was an ace name for a bike -- Edited by jt on Sunday 16th of September 2012 07:09:47 PM -- Edited by jt on Sunday 16th of September 2012 07:10:30 PM

Tigerman · Tigerman

http://player.vimeo.com/video/49445992?portrait=0&amp;color=bababa%22

Kwaka Geoff · Kwaka Geoff

Roll up, Roll up. I've half-inched a 25kg pale of premium quality grease as used in the assembly our precison bearings (I work for The Barden Corporation that make bearings) I've asked FUCHS/Silkolene (who are our fluid management company) to give me a quick comparison to their Pro RG2 Race Grease th...

Lath Ktm Holvey · Lath Ktm Holvey

has anyone changed their clutch on and not reinstalled the juddersprings? -- Edited by Lath Ktm Holvey on Thursday 13th of September 2012 01:11:44 AM

russell11031967 · russell11031967

Anyone know where I can get some dents blown out of an exhaust as local to Ivybridge as poss?

Harty · Harty

Found this great link for the complete UK OS Map, so for those who struggle with memory maps, plus it's usable on iPhones http://footpathmaps.com/

TTR · TTR

.... and who doesn't? Then try http://www.theridersdigest.co.uk/ and look at the latest edition. Interesting "Super MOT" article from MAG on pages 23 and 25. TTR

Wheely · Wheely

................feckin hard!!!! Darren came around last night so I could remove his rear moussed CO2 and fit a tube and MT43. Now I'm no tyre replacing wizz, but I'm getting ok at it, especially in the comfort of my garage. I have no special tools, just 4 levers. This tyre was proving almost impossible...

Dirk Diggler · Dirk Diggler

Hi well seems autumnal so clearing me shed I came across varying sizes of empty red and blue gas bottles, now the question is where do you dispose of these in east Devon?

I'm sure there will be a sa that will know!

Biff · Biff

Save some cash! Biff

slider rider · slider rider

Can not under stand how this guy got stuck in this lane in Cornwall, 3 points if you can work this out And for number 2 Wheelie not the way to cross a river keep watching the guy who wheelied across the river oh my[video=htt...

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	Dzr 400 e may be? (Preview) I have the chance of a drz 400e 2010 ,has any one got one or had one that can give me a idea what it's like compared to the xr400 Chhers -- Edited by bombx3 on Tuesday 25th of September 2012 05:23:53 PM	bombx3	2	520	Sep 26, 2012 by drj
	New Jarvis vid (Preview) -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:02:09 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:03:32 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:05:00 PM -- Edited by L'orange on Monday 24th of September 2012 08:05:37 PM	L'orange	8	493	Sep 25, 2012 by Biff
	help with choice of bike (Preview) Thinking of getting a bike for a bit of laning and bit of running round on tarmac to fro work, would like a bike that is low on maintenence, something along the lines of the honda xr400 or honda xr250 or crf 230. Want to stay away from the newer wr ktms etc. have thought about the drz400e i usto mess round on on...	devontrfbiker	35	1202	Sep 25, 2012 by russell11031967
	North Devon area (Preview) Hi folks, I have had an email from a couple of people in the Bideford area, who have recently bought a couple of quad bikes. They are asking me what we are all about, whether, we allow quad bikes in the TRF and where they could ride. I am putting this on here in the hope that maybe one of our North Devon members...	Gruff growl	1	424	Sep 24, 2012 by wackyracer
	Want to trash your bike? (Preview) http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=1PvJBC42Du-- Edited by jt on Sunday 23rd of September 2012 04:03:54 PM	jt	7	677	Sep 24, 2012 by doh !
	HELP! URGENT! Road Angel lost in East Devon this morning (Preview) Just had a phone call from Stevve Harcus. He is out for a short bimble in East Devon and his mate had a badger in the Otterton area - lane 192-183 I think he meant. The group has stopped at Tipton for cofee and pasties and Mark has noticed his RA is missing - broken off at the mount Please keep an eyer out for it...	TTR	11	798	Sep 23, 2012 by doug9270
	TM rider in Plympton - is this you? (Preview) Whilst cleaning the missus car this afternoon (well, she aint never gunna do it!) someone on a blue TM 2T rode past my house (St Margarets Road), all geared up and looking pretty dirty like they were on their way home. This is not the first time ive seen this bike/rider ride pass my house either so im guess...	Kwaka Geoff	0	444	Sep 23, 2012 by Kwaka Geoff
	Whooooops!!! (Preview) Took a mate from work out on his first ride in the lanes today. Unfortunately for him it ended rather quicky.......... He text me earlier. Sat up Derriford Hospital with a Badly fractured ankle and looks like he may need to go for an op!	danno82	17	777	Sep 23, 2012 by maggotman
	Getting Moto'd right up.... ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Well, The story started a year or back when I decided to flog the HD and get something different......well SWMBO wasn't impressed as she likes going out on the tractor now and again so the idea was shelved . A month or so ago I took a shine to a Trumpet Street Triple in Bridge as it looked like a fun thing to bl...	jt	50	1831	Sep 23, 2012 by jt
	What bike next? (Preview) Im lucky enough to get another bike but unsure which bike I dont a full on 2013 race 450 endruo bike or a ttr250 I do like the XR 400 power but the bikes heavy and the suspension is a bit old and soft Up to 3 years old only Any suggestions	bombx3	22	889	Sep 22, 2012 by delvey91
	Winter hack decision (Preview) I didn't really think that it would be so different to what I was expecting but the deed is done now so I'll have to calm down and live with it when the weather gets interesting but until then........Banzai!!!!! I think I'm over the novelty now....... PS Riding home this afternnon I had the thought that...	Simmo	4	493	Sep 22, 2012 by Simmo
	Premium Unleaded Fuel (Preview) It makes a difference to the old beasty. Anyone have a brand preference and why? -- Edited by Simmo on Friday 21st of September 2012 08:23:12 AM	Simmo	3	431	Sep 22, 2012 by Steve H
	Auto jumble newton abbot (Preview) Newton Abbot auto jumble is on Sun 30th sept at the cattle market. Often some bike bits and bobs there. They only have 2 a year there so its worth taking a look.	drj	0	1422	Sep 21, 2012 by drj
	Help Needed (Preview) Need to get a chimney lined, and a log burner installed by a qualified person, have had some totally ridiculus quotes so far by larger companies selling and installing, am cosidering buying direct so I just need a qualified installer, any suggestions or help appreciated.	Clayton	9	578	Sep 20, 2012 by Clayton
	Just seen this on the promoto billet site.... (Preview) Perfect for some heavy duty clearing tasks out on the trail?	delvey91	0	307	Sep 20, 2012 by delvey91
	look what iv bought myself! (Preview) my ktm has been a great bike but thought it was time for something newer and better?!	phil400	9	644	Sep 20, 2012 by bombx3
	Husky Dakar bike for next rallye (Preview) Put that box of tissues away Doug -- Edited by Harty on Monday 17th of September 2012 06:51:33 PM	Harty	3	612	Sep 18, 2012 by Simmo
	any recommendations for Multi bike insurance please ( NX650 and TTR250 ) (Preview) or ones to avoid and why ? I know lots of people come unstuck cos of the vast reams of T&C's that are a a pain to read through and even more difficult to understand fully. Also changing bike fees etc . what else to watch out for? would it be better to insure each one separately? someone recommended ebik...	willywombat	20	2000	Sep 18, 2012 by Simmo
	CRF250L v GSXR1100 (Preview) After spending most of the time since my impacted cocyx driving a car and being bored stiff by driving tin boxes on wheels that easily spin and hit stuff I wanted a winter hack. I seriously thought about the CRF but decidied against it as it would entail 36 months of pain also being a 250 it is a bit gay for t...	Simmo	5	1020	Sep 17, 2012 by Simmo
	Just surfin (Preview) And found these... Thought this was a cool thing to do to a Dommy And this was an ace name for a bike -- Edited by jt on Sunday 16th of September 2012 07:09:47 PM -- Edited by jt on Sunday 16th of September 2012 07:10:30 PM	jt	2	499	Sep 17, 2012 by Ming
	Cool vid (Preview) http://player.vimeo.com/video/49445992?portrait=0&amp;color=bababa%22	Tigerman	1	449	Sep 16, 2012 by jt
	FREE Grease (at the club meet on 11th) - bring a container (Preview) Roll up, Roll up. I've half-inched a 25kg pale of premium quality grease as used in the assembly our precison bearings (I work for The Barden Corporation that make bearings) I've asked FUCHS/Silkolene (who are our fluid management company) to give me a quick comparison to their Pro RG2 Race Grease th...	Kwaka Geoff	9	748	Sep 16, 2012 by russell11031967
	Changed there clutch plates in the 08 09 Ktms? (Preview) has anyone changed their clutch on and not reinstalled the juddersprings? -- Edited by Lath Ktm Holvey on Thursday 13th of September 2012 01:11:44 AM	Lath Ktm Holvey	10	554	Sep 16, 2012 by ben_wheely
	Exhaust dents (Preview) Anyone know where I can get some dents blown out of an exhaust as local to Ivybridge as poss?	russell11031967	1	349	Sep 16, 2012 by Harty
	Online OS Map (Preview) Found this great link for the complete UK OS Map, so for those who struggle with memory maps, plus it's usable on iPhones http://footpathmaps.com/	Harty	1	428	Sep 15, 2012 by russell11031967
	If you like freebie bike mags... (Preview) .... and who doesn't? Then try http://www.theridersdigest.co.uk/ and look at the latest edition. Interesting "Super MOT" article from MAG on pages 23 and 25. TTR	TTR	7	618	Sep 15, 2012 by RichT4
	OMG - How hard is a moussed tyre to remove............ (Preview) ................feckin hard!!!! Darren came around last night so I could remove his rear moussed CO2 and fit a tube and MT43. Now I'm no tyre replacing wizz, but I'm getting ok at it, especially in the comfort of my garage. I have no special tools, just 4 levers. This tyre was proving almost impossible...	Wheely	13	1081	Sep 15, 2012 by Monty
	Propane butane gas bottles.....help! (Preview) Hi well seems autumnal so clearing me shed I came across varying sizes of empty red and blue gas bottles, now the question is where do you dispose of these in east Devon? I'm sure there will be a sa that will know!	Dirk Diggler	10	712	Sep 14, 2012 by Bob Adams
	Opie oils 20% off (Preview) Save some cash! Biff	Biff	2	326	Sep 14, 2012 by Biff
	Don't know why he got stuck (Preview) Can not under stand how this guy got stuck in this lane in Cornwall, 3 points if you can work this out And for number 2 Wheelie not the way to cross a river keep watching the guy who wheelied across the river oh my[video=htt...	slider rider	11	713	Sep 13, 2012 by delvey91
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