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Vauxhall Astra For those you who possess an Astra from 1990-1998 the following hints might prove useful along with the more long winded description provided by the Vauxhall Astra (1991-98) Service and Repair Manual. I bought a set of two vented rotors and four brake pads for about £40 on ebay so they are reasonably cheap. Removing the calliper from the calliper carrier requires a 7mm allen key and to remove the calliper carrier from the hub you will need a 10mm allen key. Read more ⇒
If you haven’t been riding through winter like me then take care getting back out there and wear good gear. Check all the essentials: Oil Water (if applicable) Tyre pressures and wear Chain tension and wear Check all electrics (kill switch and all lights being the main ones) Also have a glance at your sprockets If the bike has been sitting for more than a month then you will probably want to drain the fuel tank as well as the petrol may have gone off. Read more ⇒
Just a few tips for fellow bikers who might be considering a move to the UK from Victoria. If you only have your L’s pass you test before you come so you can transfer your licence over. When you have a full licence (ie over 21 with a restricted motorcycle licence) this will be transferred to a full A licence in the UK meaning you can ride any capacity bike you like. Read more ⇒
Yeah I know I am not that quick off the mark posting this up, but I have been admiring it for days. The new Street Triple is running a slightly retuned version of the Daytona’s 675cc triple cylinder engine. It also shares the same frame and swing arm as its much lauded super sport colleague from what I can tell. I have always loved the styling of the larger Speed Triples, but I am not keen to go to much over a 600cc until I have had more on road experience in this country. Read more ⇒
Ever since I first saw Phill Eather’s Lancia Stratos at the Targa Tasmania race event when I was a kid I have wanted a one. They have classic styling that has not dated at all, well not much for a car of its age. Most of its competitors are all but forgotten. Yes Bertone did a wonderful job on the coachwork for Lancia’s rally monster. Despite not having any money I have been looking into the Stratos replica options. Read more ⇒