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General Discussion / Re: Nth Brisbane Come and Try day

« on: February 24, 2013, 03:36:15 PM »

Hi Michael,
This came through by email from Jackie


Time: March 3, 2013 from 8am to 4pm
Location: Nudgee
Organized By: BMCC

Event Description:
Hi Members as you know, we are having a come and try day, so if you know someone who has not ridden vintage, and you feel they might want to have a try, then this is the day for them. Spread the word, let them know how much fun it is, and encourage them to give a go!
Some bikes will be needed for the day, so bring that spare bike members, and share the experience of riding vintage, so that others are able to appreciate what a great sport this is!
Please Note:There is no cost involved for those who come and try, however members who wish to ride on this day are still required to pay.
Ladies and children under 16 are welcome to ride a modern dirt bike
16yrs and over are required to ride a vintage bike
 
See more details and RSVP on Brisbane Motorcycle Club:
http://brismcc.ning.com/events/event/show?id=5134875%3AEvent%3A18285&xgi=4joKUDAMPFUv9F&xg_source=msg_invite_event
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General Discussion / Husky Sold, but not to KTM but to a KTM staffer..

« on: February 01, 2013, 08:57:09 AM »

http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2013/01/31/bmw-sells-husqvarna/

The big rolling Pumpkin machine sorta got Husky and sorta didn't..   

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Bike Transport / Re: Bringing a bike into Oz and getting ADR'd. Anybody know if it can be done?

« on: January 22, 2013, 06:31:23 PM »

Nathan - it was a while ago - but yes - when I looked if it was registered in your name overseas for 12 months (??) then it could be claimed as your own so to speak.

Pretty sure they have closed that loophole as I was under same impression initially, You have to have proof that you have been domiciled in the US pretty much or tread a very fine line of having it all blow up in your face..

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Bike Transport / Re: Bringing a bike into Oz and getting ADR'd. Anybody know if it can be done?

« on: January 22, 2013, 06:27:06 PM »

The other thing to consider is getting parts for an import.
I beleive KTM Austria has put a stop to US dealers selling genuine parts to O/S customers.

In this case the US 2013 990 is the same as the 2012,11,10 model that is/was available in OZ so even buying the parts should you need them here is not an issue (this also means that it is a straight protection of the local Aussie distributor and his market,   ). It just has a heap of fruit (accessories) on it from the Powerparts catalogue as a limited edition and all for over half the money that you would pay here.. 
http://www.ktm.com/int-mx/travel/990-adventure-baja.html

In regard to KTM parts you only need a mate with a US postal address or if you order enough they tend to forget that little rule from KTM head office in my experience.

Thanks for all the info guys..

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Bike Transport / Re: Bringing a bike into Oz and getting ADR'd. Anybody know if it can be done?

« on: January 22, 2013, 08:59:22 AM »

Thanks Guys

Just as well flights to the US are cheap. Just got a return flight to LA for $1200. (Just about costs that to go to Tassie) I'll keep the bike "at over the half the price over there" in the US and tour a couple of times a year till I get sick of it. (Cheaper than renting multiple times)

Funny we are now paying less for our KTM parts now due to being able to get them from overseas so cheap, (called "meeting the market") they still have their bikes protected so I guess we will have to cop the margins on the new bikes until the powers that be realise we have a global marketplace.

Be interested to know if you can bring the bike into NZ?? It would be great place to tour around as well.

Cheers

SLAWESY

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Bike Transport / Re: Bringing a bike into Oz and getting ADR'd. Anybody know if it can be done?

« on: January 21, 2013, 10:02:27 PM »

Thanks for that Johnny and Nathan,
Similar type of story that I have been hearing. 

Its the 2013 KTM990 ( Baja special edition) US model that is not being replaced by the 1190 until 2014.

So it technically is not available in OZ when the 2013 Oz 1190 hits our shores here this year but the US are getting another year to clear up all the old parts and bits and pieces I guess.

Funny the Harleys are getting through, wonder what makes them so special?? Or more to the point what loophole they have exploited??

Anybody know if NZ is a bit more relaxed than here in OZ in regard to getting bikes into the country.

Cheers

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Bike Transport / Bringing a bike into Oz and getting ADR'd. Anybody know if it can be done?

« on: January 21, 2013, 09:24:36 PM »

Hey Guys

Any body had any experience getting an adventure bike or a road bike ADR'd back in OZ after buying it from the US.

Sounds like a bloody nightmare under the current info that I have been able to get hold of.

Regards

SLAWESY

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Trail & Track / Re: Show us your trail bike

« on: January 21, 2013, 09:14:53 PM »

I took the KTM out on the weekend for it's first ride and loved it. The rider was the weak link in the package though.

Hey Paul, did Walshie take you up some snarly hills like he was talking about?? 

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Competition / Re: 2013 Australian Post Classic MX Titles - Confirmed

« on: January 10, 2013, 04:59:55 PM »

Quote from: JohnnyO on Yesterday at 11:04:54 PM
Quote from: Montynut on Yesterday at 10:59:04 PM
Quote from: head on Yesterday at 10:27:10 PM
I have a EVO 250 and am over 50 and want to race 50 to 59 bracket as per MOM's please don't stuff around with it to much.

Bugga that means your in my age group 
And mine

                                                                                   

and mine 

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General Discussion / Re: Funnies/Jokes

« on: January 03, 2013, 09:18:13 PM »

There once was a man from Nantuckett
Who dick was so long he could suck it!
He said with a grin... as he licked the cum from his chin...
If my ear was a C%^nt I could Fu&*k it..

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Foto Forum / Classic Safety Film from late 50's

« on: December 31, 2012, 09:17:47 AM »

Some classic bikes and gear in this film....  

Is that Vandy attending to bike Scrutineering???

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCy7sHBM_L0

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General Discussion / Re: Lazy $25K anyone

« on: August 12, 2012, 08:47:15 PM »

Lazy $25K anyone

Has he got set of jousting"" sticks as well??   

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Competition / Re: Heaven Evo Challenge 25/26 August

« on: August 09, 2012, 07:35:06 AM »

Unfortunately QLD titles are on the same weekend...

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Competition / Re: Heaven Evo Challenge 25/26 August

« on: August 08, 2012, 08:43:31 PM »

Cool Track.....

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Competition / Re: Conondale classic 2012 pro moto vid

« on: August 07, 2012, 07:16:24 PM »

Any feedback on the chap that was carted away from the pits by ambulance, hope all is ok.

Jamie is fine, they found a brain.... he is a sidecar guy... highly unusual..

He was back the next day drinking Bundy and Cokes..