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Cruisecontrol
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Returned to the Dark Side

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Hello all.
Just joined for the massive amount of info that appears to be stored here.
My name is Dan from Sydney, Australia and I have been riding roadbikes for about 20 years.

I got my first VTR a few years ago and loved it. Unfortunately it lasted a total of three months in my possession. A car turning in front of me put an end to what was a magnificent motorcycle:

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After the VTR I bought a TLS but was never happy with it. I bought a Bandit after that and Streetfightered it and eventually sold it (still regretting it...)

I saw this beauty and couldn't resist so I am back on a beautiful VTR.

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I found out about the CCT issues when the bike went bang but thankfully still in the hands of the dealer so they fixed it before I picked it up. Kreiger tensioners are already on order and I look forward to chatting with some likeminded individuals
My 2c
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lloydie
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Location: In the garage somewhere in Coventry

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Welcome to the forum and welcome back to the vtr :-)
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VTRDark
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You should have better luck with it this time. Welcome to the forum :beer:

We have a few Aussies on here so maybe you can meet up for a ride out. :thumbup:

(:-})
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tony.mon
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Now take proper care of this one!

And welcome.
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It's not falling off, it's an upgrade opportunity.
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twist
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nice looking bike! Too bad about your last ride, I hope you're OK and didn't get hurt too badly.
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agentpineapple
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welcome to the forum buddy..... :thumbup:
HEY YOU GUYS!!!!!!
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Kev L
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Welcome to the family matey. Jeez the back of thae tank looks like it causedyou pain!! Do you find you speak a few octaves higher after the accident? 8O
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Cruisecontrol
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Thanks for the welcome :D

I definitely intend to look after this one!
I can gladly say I managed to produce a healthy baby boy after the accident!

I have been having a few issues with starting the bike on cooler mornings. I dare say the battery isn't up to the task of getting those slugs firing. Is there a specific battery I should be looking for to stop me having to use jumper leads off the car to get it going?
My 2c
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sirch345
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Welcome aboard Dan :thumbup: Good luck with the new bike,

Chris.
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AMCQ46
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Welcome back to VTRs :thumbup:

Take care of this one :D
AMcQ
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