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Howdy folks! For a little while now when I start up my 2008 R1 there's a brief rattle, which stops fairly promptly and there's no noticeable noise until the next time I start the bike, hot or cold. I was told that this was a cam chain issue. Obviously a failing CCT, guides or other associated...

Howdy folks, Anyone out there know where I can get my hands on some replacement HID bulbs where I can walk into a physical location and purchase them? A bulb has gone and I need replacements before the BARF rally tomorrow. I'm based in Menlo Park so anywhere within a reasonable distance would...

For those of you needing a racing fix this weekend... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvnTz7x11Dw Apologies if this is a repost but I didn't find this vid via a search. Also 'General' might not be the right place for this but I feel that the competitive racing would be of general interest :teeth

Howdy folks. Not sure if this has been brought to BARF's attention yet. I performed a search of the forum and nothing came up. There is extensive repaving currently be performed on Highway 84 from Portola Valley Road to Alice's. It also looks like that repaving will be performed from Alice's...

My R1 is finally in need of a new chain. Doing a quick search on BARF threw up these guys... http://sidewindersprockets.com/faq.html Their claims are bold and I'd like to know if anyone out there in BARF-landia has used any of their products. Have any folk out there installed a chain and set...

Target refuelling to combat uninsured drivers. Discuss... http://cars.uk.msn.com/news/uninsured-cars-to-be-stopped-from-refuelling

What a great day! I've been street riding for 15 years but have never ridden dirt. Well, not unless you count the time a Honda C90 slammer turned up in a friend's field when we were kids. Ah, the memories... Anyhow, I decided that I'd give it a try. The problem was how to try without...

I'm not sure if this is a common problem. I'm hoping it is so that I can resolve it quickly. The headlamps on my R1 have decided to stop working. When I turn switch on the engine the headlamps don't come on and the high beam indicator comes on (blue light on the instrument panel) but no high...

You don't see them very frequently here and I miss them; roundabouts. They're a hoot if you hit them right. Roundabouts are scattered everywhere in the UK but this one looks insane. Good for the Motards...

Following an incident last weekend I started to think (yes it hurt!) about a rather perplexing and potentially morbid question; what are the statistics for motorcyclists that go 'missing' when out for a ride? The reason for this question was the nature of the terrain I was passing through...

Due to an 'incident' on the weekend I'm in need of a Kawasaki EX250-F18 (2004) left foot peg bracket. Is there anyone out there on the BARF who would happen to have one for a reasonable price? I'm also on the lookout for the top LHS front fairing panel in yellow. I suspect this will be harder...

Howdy folks, I'm looking for a room to rent or a small property. Ideally, it should be in the vacinity of La Honda/Pescadero/Woodside and room in a garage for one motorcylce. I'm a researcher at Stanford University so work long hours and spend little time at home but like to perform basic...

G'day Barfers. Has anyone out there tried LED replacement bulbs for their main beam? I found an example...

Any folk out there who use one of these products or similar? Opinions, pros, cons, etc... appreciated. http://www.nomar-secure.com/product_p/tc-classic%20ultimate.htm

I know there'll be no shortage of opinions here on BARF so... What experiences have people had with Bikesmart Motorcycle Training. I'm looking into recommendations for friends in the San Jose area. Thanks in advance for you input :thumbup

Hello peeps. Has anyone fitted Lightech's chain adjusters to their 2008 R1? More importantly did they fit correctly?

I'm excited about the new WSBK championship and contemplating taking a ride to the USA round at Miller Motorsport Park at the end of May :teeth Is anyone else planning such a trip? I'm sure folk have done this in the past. Do you have any tips for such a jaunt? Range on my R1 sucks ass (~120...

Just a heads up for those of you on 84 this morning. Around 07:15 about halfway between Apple Jacks and Alice's there appeared to be some fluid (unknown) that was a tad slippy. First noticed it as I came into a left hander front tyre slipped a little. By the time I got to Alice's there was a...

As the nights are drawing in my commute along 84 as become somewhat awkward in the dark. I have an 08 R1 that has great lights but only if you're going in a straight line. As with all motorcycles once you start to lean into the corner the lighting doesn't illuminate far enough ahead to see...

I'm looking into acquiring a brand new 08 Yamaha R1. Are there any folks out there who know what the best deals are. I've been quoted 11,500 OTD thus far. Appreciate your help.