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Post by skrappey on Jan 13, 2008 20:23:58 GMT
Sounds like a ringer, talk to the police first. Get the frame and engine number to the DVLA, they have the files.
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Post by skrappey on May 11, 2007 20:00:45 GMT
I'll be here to welcome you all. As to the "shame it's been chopped", I did it myself, the state it was in when I got it meant either euthanasia or a chop job. Just re-registered it with a new number plate(just have to ask if number is available, costs £67) T5 MAN is on a Porsche, so I got T5 60 MAN in army stylee:- T5 60 MAN
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Post by skrappey on Jan 12, 2007 20:11:36 GMT
I have nearly finished it. I was a member of IOM scooter club but no-one has contacted me for ages, something I said perhaps?
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Post by skrappey on Aug 31, 2006 19:06:29 GMT
Sod it, can't be arsed at the mo. When I have created my monster I will get round to it. Ta for the reply by the way.
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Post by skrappey on Aug 29, 2006 21:06:11 GMT
Just bought this for £250, T5 classic, only problem is, the high beam doesn't work! Also run an LML amd am busy putting a PX125 body round a Metal X
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Post by skrappey on Mar 11, 2008 17:34:25 GMT
Good point well made, I'll shut up then. (mass cheers in Liverpool)
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Post by skrappey on Jun 9, 2007 20:01:01 GMT
Of course, now the f*king TT is finished and the bikes have, nearly, gone home, I can get my T5 out again. Bonus is that the bumpers are still in place waiting for the Manx GP in August so if you fall out of a pub into a lamppost you get a soft landing, bless the DOT. You will see loads of bumpers when you ride the TT course, which you must just to get a look at the stupidity of these greasers doing 190 mph round the roads, they are there to protect the trees and walls, not the riders particularly. I really hope the weather is good for us all.
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Post by skrappey on May 22, 2007 19:40:39 GMT
As a precaution for any riders not having been to the Isle of Man before; Speed limit for 'L' plates is 50 mph; Speed limit for any trailers is 30 mph; We have many, strictly enforced, 20 mph areas, beware; When you see a 'national speed limit applies' sign you can go as fast as you can, but there are some nasty bends here, beware; We have no speed cameras here which means no standard speeding fine, it can be expensive if you are caught by a radar gun, we have loads of them; Drink driving is not tolerated here, Manxies love a fight, unfortunately the Deemsters (judges) do not, If you are riding over the mountain you could be overtake by a car or bike doing in excess of 100 mph, if you can't handle that, keep off the mountain. This is not meant to frightern anyone or put them off visiting this unique island of ours, it's just for information so you are all prepared for our little quirks of nature. Enjoy your visit and I'll see you in July. Cair vie.
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Post by skrappey on Mar 11, 2008 17:32:52 GMT
Barry is quite right, should have checked with him first, sorry to one and all. Drinks on me when you find me Barry. Don't know about the "every time you make a statement " bit though, just trying to help. Obviously not!
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Post by skrappey on Mar 2, 2008 15:53:40 GMT
I might just do that, where is the site and how much? As long as it's not too much of a walk, I am getting on.
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Post by skrappey on Mar 1, 2008 15:47:31 GMT
No, I live here. Might come into Douglas in my van with the bike in the back and use it for sleeping in.
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Post by skrappey on Feb 19, 2008 19:10:53 GMT
Got me ticket today, cheers and see you there. (I'm the billy no mates at the bar with a pork pie on)
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Post by skrappey on Feb 7, 2008 20:14:05 GMT
The cheque is in the post, as soon as I find an envelope. Ta for the dates, the 7th is a bank holiday on the island, so no work on Monday = p***ed on Sunday.
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Post by skrappey on Feb 4, 2008 18:59:11 GMT
How can I book a place at the rally without the need for a ferry ticket? Including hotel and evening venues. Also, what are the exact dates as the Hilton seem a bit confused (some of the staff anyway)
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Post by skrappey on Feb 4, 2008 19:20:05 GMT
Good pics, but no joy for mine there.
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Post by skrappey on Jan 6, 2008 19:31:44 GMT
Anybody got any pics of Brighton 79 rally, I was ther with my GT200 but I've lost all my photos in a move. Any help appreciated.
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Post by skrappey on Jan 25, 2008 19:08:34 GMT
And you'll all be welcomed, as usual. I'm booking into the hotel this year so as not to miss the fun.
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Post by skrappey on Jan 6, 2008 19:22:17 GMT
The Empress is the b*ll**, nice to look at and a good staff. A bit expensive though. Parking isn't brilliant, but the bikes are ok on the pavement out front. Nice piano bar. Kiddies are 'accommodated'. The hilton is basically three storeys of rooms with a night club, casino, bingo hall and health spa on the bottom floors. Basic hotel without the frills you may expect with the hilton moniker. The club etc don't impact on the hotel as the entrances are totally separate. There is a three screen cinema next door, for the kiddies there is a kids club and a wide beach opposite. About 200 rooms with the third floor totally non-smoking.
For anyone returning to the 'Ellan Vannin' this year, there is an application in to change it to apartments, so ask early for rooms there.
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Post by skrappey on Jan 3, 2008 18:45:48 GMT
The Hilton has one of the roughest clubs on the island downstairs 'Colours' the bouncers are thugs, allegedly. If anyone stays there, a couple of tips. Get a room seafront side, there is noise from the AC and car park at the rear. The breakfasts are brilliant, I'm there this weekend and sunday brekkie is one of the highlights. It is a good hotel and very clean and comfy, not too bossy either. 24 hour CCTV in the car park also. (It helps if you can speak Afrikaans, or Polish) Anyone booking elsewhere, tell me where you're looking at and I'll try to give an honest appraisal of the hotel. I have no interest in any establishment, by the way.
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Post by skrappey on Jul 14, 2007 14:22:28 GMT
Glad everyone enjoyed themselves and that those bikers outside the Ginger hall got a telling off for their antics. I was there on the ride out but on my LML with the missus on the back, stopped in Ramsey to pick her up. the T5 developed a bit of clutch drag so took her home and changed it. Was back out on Sunday but got lonely so I went home. Thanks to all those that attended to our little island and hope there were no problems for anyone. See you all next year, or at IOW?
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Post by skrappey on Jul 7, 2007 8:25:25 GMT
Good morning campers. A good lot of scooters arrived yesterday, at various times, looks to be a good weekend all round. Weather this morning, sunny Ramsey is looking warm and friendly. I can't see the mountain from my room because of the 'cloak of Manninen' and there seems to be a fair breeze here as well. Could be totally different in Douglas, after all it is 15 miles away! When I go over the mountain later, for the ride-out, I can report more accurately to those waiting to cross it. The weather can be pretty wicked over there. Downloaded some snaps I took yesterday, looking good and loads more to get today. Got a T-shirt and patch, happy bunny.
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Post by skrappey on Jul 6, 2007 7:08:51 GMT
Just in case anyone is logging on this morning and hoping to go to IOM today, delayed sailing from Liverpool by two hours due to the weather. 13:15 setting off. Also delays at Heysham. ring Steamie Weather. p*shing down now and all night, expect uncomfortable camping, a trifle soggy. forecast is for improving weather later today and overcast on the weekend. there is a saying here of "if you don't like the weather wait ten minutes for something you do like" It can be very changeable
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Post by skrappey on Jul 4, 2007 19:44:32 GMT
I think the roaming charges have been dropped now, but I do know for certain that Manx Telecom sim cards cost £10 and you get £12 of credit with it, that means £2 of free calls and you get to keep the card. Should work in most phones so save money by spending £10. In fact MT are virtually giving money away because they have got competition from C&W now. As for it being the same as being abroad, you are abroad. IOM is a separate country and not part of the UK or EU. Interestingly, up to 2006 we couldn't get a speeding ticket if we broke the limit in England, also, if we got banned it didn't count in England or IOM, depending on where the ban was. We no longer get that benefit but it is true that we can't have points put on our licences by English courts, we pay the fines but don't get the points. After this weekend I am off to Blighty in my big blue truck, so might see you on your return to Heysham if you are staying over. See you at the weekend.
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Post by skrappey on Jul 2, 2007 20:18:38 GMT
Yea it is very close to the terminal, about half a mile, if that. Biggest problem is parking, that end of the prom is full of cars so the answer may be to park on the pavement, although it is fairly tight there. During TT there were bikes parked everywhere and no tickets given out. The wardens are decent sorts so should give you no hassle. You are arriving in the middle of Friday afternoon so be patient. Once you get past the Villa Marina parking is much easier. Watch out for the horse sh*t on the road.
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Post by skrappey on Jun 30, 2007 18:28:58 GMT
Ta for the info Lucia, hopefully get a patch and t-shirt if there are any left. Ellan Vannin hotel. That's Manx for Isle of Man that is, hope you enjoy your stay and thoroughly enjoy the vikings. Apparently there is a battle and ceremonial boat burning in the village, which has been constructed on the beach, has to be seen to be believed. Fireworks afterwards as well! We get Vikings from all over europe coming here so it must be good! Usually an all day festival so after the ride out it's off to the west coast for me. On a clear day you can see the mountains of maun? (Ireland) from the harbour.
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Post by skrappey on Jun 28, 2007 17:09:25 GMT
Every word, Mannins cloak, as the mist is called, allegedly saved the island from a roman invasion force. More likely the bloodthirsty Vikings who came here for tax reasons and decided to stay. While you are all here there is a Viking festival happening in Peel. Plenty to see and long boat races as well, definitely worth a visit to see some real Manx history and culture being displayed. Peel is only 10 miles from Douglas on the A1, lovely ice cream and great pubs. Also, Ramsey is having a national week, that's up'north about 15 miles from Douglas. Loads to see and enjoy duiring the weekend, promises to be a lot of fun and a tad more educational and interesting than Skeggy. Can anyone post an itinerary of events for me, as I live here I haven't got any tickets so don't know what's happening about bands etc; Also, can i get a rally patch anywhere?
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Post by skrappey on Jun 23, 2007 21:51:29 GMT
You can smoke yourself to death over here if you like, smoking ban in public places doesn't come in until May 2008 (I think) you can't marry a goat over here, that's sheep. Some other things you can't do over here; Hunt foxes; Shoot squirrels; Disturb Badgers; Skin snakes and chase deer. you can't do these things because we don't have any of the aforementioned animals. We also don't have 'rats' and if you say that you have to whistle. They are called 'ringies' or 'longtails', plenty of those. Hope that's been useful and sorry you'll have to put up with the smoke a bit longer, or at least for the weekend. A little aside, the bar on the ferry shuts 12 miles out from the IOM because the Steam Racket refuse to get a licence from the IOM government. So get supping before you get too close (only if you're pillion of course)
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Post by skrappey on Jun 14, 2007 19:17:33 GMT
I remember going to Isle of Man in 2003, they delayed the boat because of "the number of scooters on board " and that they are harder to tie down than motorbikes. I hope they learnt their lesson then and you don't get delayed this time.
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Post by skrappey on Jun 11, 2007 18:06:20 GMT
i wouldn't believe a word from the Steam Racket, as they are affectionately known here, check direct with the hotels. Try www.iomguide.com for up to date info (1976 stylee) Also on this sold out subject, I would like a rally patch to go with my others, 2003, 2004, what chances? (anyone got a 2006 for sale?) ps, July 5th is a bank holiday on the island so don't expect too much excitement when you arrive, we'll all have hangovers.
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Post by skrappey on Sept 6, 2007 19:48:03 GMT
They will when I find them, the tools are all marked 'harley davidson' and pretty unusual for a scooter to have. The gloves are german police issue and combats have my service number in them, so here's hoping.
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