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General Discussion / Re: Any old boys still here ?
« on: January 21, 2024, 07:15:08 pm »
still around just super busy.
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General Discussion / Re: Insurance for US
« on: March 18, 2019, 03:52:22 pm »
long shot, Is it a FIM sanctioned event ? if it is M.A can arrange insurance, I used it in 2017 to compete in the world emergency services games at Glen Helen, was pretty reasonable price too from memory.
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For Sale / Re: KTM 500 DXC 1989
« on: September 30, 2018, 06:38:57 pm »
Hey mate can you give me a call 0408 571900, regards Bill
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For Sale / Re: TT350 x2 86/89? updated!!
« on: September 14, 2018, 05:15:25 pm »
Location is central victoria
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For Sale / TT350 x2 86/89? updated!!
« on: September 11, 2018, 09:53:32 pm »
A workmate of mine has 2 Yamaha TT350’s for sale, price and condition to be advised tomorrow 12/9, located in central victoria, from what he’s said they’re pretty tidy and original. Price is $2500 for the lot, both running not registered. photos available on request now, pm me and ill get them to you.
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Yamaha / Re: 1978 YZ80E Rebuild
« on: June 19, 2018, 10:31:43 pm »
If anyone is chasing 16/14" chrome rims for RM/YZ80 resto's, I used Honda XR80 rims, laced up perfectly to my RM80B, $60 retail rear, $70 retail front. With the new IRC 45Z 16" front tyre, the wheel looks like its brand new.
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General Discussion / Re: Sponsors
« on: February 11, 2018, 10:03:28 pm »
"One of the only charities who gives 80% of the gross income they make to the people they say they represent is the Salvo's. A lot of so called charities give under 10%. The church in most cases is under 1%. If It was up to me I would remove the charity status from anyone who didn't give at least 75% and make them pay company tax rate at 30% including the Church. I reckon you could fix up a few schools and Hospitals with that money. "
Well said. My wife and I decided years ago the only charity we would support was guide dogs for the blind, after finding out they receive no funding from the government at all, and the only way they stay afloat was from private donations and bequests from people who had died, and also PAL pet foods (not the ignition mob...) are also a massive sponsor. unbelievably, fast forward several years and when our first child was born we find she was born with an incredibly rare disorder of her optic nerves that left her totally blind in both eyes, and now nearly 15 years later she is the youngest recipient ever of a guide dog ! On a side note, with the introduction recently of the NDIS, we were told to apply to them for funding for the guide dog which would mean that Guide dogs for the blind wouldn't have to pay for the training , upkeep (vet bills etc) of the dog. Imagine our disgust when we received a letter stating in laymans terms that the cost of the dog is too great and the costs to them outweigh the benefits our daughter could possibly get out of a dog, and that our daughter can get around with a cane and she should be happy with that. They never at any stage came out and observed her with the dog, never at any stage asked about the improvements (massive, unbelievable) in her quality of life the dog has brought, never asked her teachers, or us about anything, all they were concerned about was how much it was going to cost. The name says it all, National Disability INSURANCE Scheme, just another asshole of an insurance company.
Well said. My wife and I decided years ago the only charity we would support was guide dogs for the blind, after finding out they receive no funding from the government at all, and the only way they stay afloat was from private donations and bequests from people who had died, and also PAL pet foods (not the ignition mob...) are also a massive sponsor. unbelievably, fast forward several years and when our first child was born we find she was born with an incredibly rare disorder of her optic nerves that left her totally blind in both eyes, and now nearly 15 years later she is the youngest recipient ever of a guide dog ! On a side note, with the introduction recently of the NDIS, we were told to apply to them for funding for the guide dog which would mean that Guide dogs for the blind wouldn't have to pay for the training , upkeep (vet bills etc) of the dog. Imagine our disgust when we received a letter stating in laymans terms that the cost of the dog is too great and the costs to them outweigh the benefits our daughter could possibly get out of a dog, and that our daughter can get around with a cane and she should be happy with that. They never at any stage came out and observed her with the dog, never at any stage asked about the improvements (massive, unbelievable) in her quality of life the dog has brought, never asked her teachers, or us about anything, all they were concerned about was how much it was going to cost. The name says it all, National Disability INSURANCE Scheme, just another asshole of an insurance company.
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Honda / Re: HONDA XL 350...250
« on: January 30, 2018, 08:05:13 pm »
Possibility Elliott Bros in Bendigo may have something, but the only person to speak to about it would be Noel Elliott, long time spares guru. They have a lot of old 60's 70's and 80's obsolete Honda parts but Noel is the only one who could locate them, 0354435555 is the phone number.
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Competition / Re: Not VMX- Anaheim SX
« on: January 10, 2018, 09:16:19 am »
Mick just hang on while I get a deck chair and some beers to watch you doing the triples 
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Competition / Not VMX- Anaheim SX
« on: January 08, 2018, 01:00:06 pm »
Last night I was lucky enough to attend the opening round of the AMA SX, what a show! While I love everything VMX I still love the spectacle that is SX. The show is very slick from opening ceremonies to the crowd involvement, massive big screen and the option of getting into the pits. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking at travelling to the USA in the early part of the year . Hard not to be impressed by the patriotism shown by 70,000 Americans who stood as one for the national anthem and cheered madly at the end of it. The top guys st this are a class act, even retired superstar Ryan Dungey made time to sign autographs for my two boys even though he was flat out and not supposed to be doing autographs at the time .
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For Sale / Ohlins shock CR250 90/91, ktm 250/300 96/97
« on: November 15, 2017, 04:22:47 pm »
I have a Ohlins shock to suit a KTM 250/300 96/97, and also fits a CR250 90/91. Needs a service (and if fitting to a CR, need to take out thin spacer fitted in order to make same free length as Honda shock.) I had one of these fitted to my 91 CR250, and worked amazingly well, everyone who rode it was very impressed in the shock. $350 located in Bendigo and I will post at cost no problem.
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For Sale / 83/84 KX500 Rod
« on: November 15, 2017, 04:18:04 pm »
I have a good usable rod kit for 83/84 kx500, not sure if they are still available or not, $100 if anyone wants it, located in Bendigo happy to send in post.
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General Discussion / Peter Melton
« on: November 05, 2017, 08:33:38 pm »
I’m sure many of you will know by now Peter Reggie Melton has passed away this week. I’m not sure of the circumstances but I’m sure everyone will agree it’s a sad loss, very talented rider, super laid back and from my few personal dealings with him just a great guy, condolences to his family and friends
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Competition / Ravenswood 14/15 October
« on: October 05, 2017, 09:21:15 pm »
For those who love riding and racing at the iconic Ravenswood track, The Bendigo MCC is running the Ravenswood Cup again on the weekend of 14/15, open practice on the Saturday, racing sunday, all usual classes including over 40's, 2 stroke all powers, A,B,C, open and lites and juniors too. Camping allowed at track I believe, the track will be groomed by professional earthmovers in the week prior, so would definitely suit VMX bikes as well as moderns. not many entries at this stage so don't be put off riding the old girls in the vets and two stroke classes! No huge jumps or dangerous obstacles either.