Very hot working outside, sun very fierce last few years
If it gets too hot I'm off in camper to somewhere cooler
I would just like to say
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If it gets too hot I'm off in camper to somewhere cooler
Definately motorbike weather
Getting mine out later to make the most while it lasts
Dunt like it too hot though, jeans and leather jacket for me and open face helmet so I can chew on the flies
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Thing is they made Gordini versions of all sorts of models. The R8 ones are extremely sought after but they even made Gordinin R12s The R17 ones were beaut. I had an R17 one of the most fun cars I've ever owned, sadly not a Gordini version.
So originally they also made one of the R5 too.
Recently revived for Twingo and Clio.
Gordini - Wikipedia
Thing is, all they really did was hot-up standard versions, similar to what you are legally allowed to do to a car in the UK. But in France you can't hot a car up, or even blow gently on it. They do have a thing called "tuning" but just like "le smoking" it is misuse of English.
As this article explains, most peeps over 'ere simply do the equivalent of putting go faster stripes on it. "personalisation" if you will. It is stressed that you can tune one to make it go faster but then you risk losing your insurance.
Que signifie "Tuning" ? - Euromaster
Découvrez la définition "de "Tuning" proposée par Euromaster, enseigne spécialisée dans la pneumatique, et l'entretien de véhicules.
Note the use of the English word "flashy" for dodgy paintwork!
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Just read it fascinating history although rather sad. Case of , "if it ain't bust don't fix it" except for maybe alternative of high end models. Such a shame. Fantastic building too.
If we ever get back there we'll sure go visit it.
(Not Ballochs at all, now I've seen it!) Apologies WL!!
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I have ordered an air conditioner for the odd week it gets a bit hot
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Thing is they made Gordini versions of all sorts of models. The R8 ones are extremely sought after but they even made Gordinin R12s The R17 ones were beaut. I had an R17 one of the most fun cars I've ever owned, sadly not a Gordini version.
So originally they also made one of the R5 too.
Recently revived for Twingo and Clio.
Gordini - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
Thing is, all they really did was hot-up standard versions, similar to what you are legally allowed to do to a car in the UK. But in France you can't hot a car up, or even blow gently on it. They do have a thing called "tuning" but just like "le smoking" it is misuse of English.
As this article explains, most peeps over 'ere simply do the equivalent of putting go faster stripes on it. "personalisation" if you will. It is stressed that you can tune one to make it go faster but then you risk losing your insurance.
Que signifie "Tuning" ? - Euromaster
Découvrez la définition "de "Tuning" proposée par Euromaster, enseigne spécialisée dans la pneumatique, et l'entretien de véhicules.blog.euromaster.fr
Note the use of the English word "flashy" for dodgy paintwork!
Just declare the mods & pay the premium my landy is 124 quid with all the mods
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Tis melting here we is getting our summer
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Tis a tad warm here
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Sis and partner have gone and we are enjoying the quiet.
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Not in Froggy land, my old kilt-wearing matey!!Just declare the mods & pay the premium my landy is 124 quid with all the mods
If it is too far removed from the "normes" it gets a thumbs down.
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Tis hot here but with a strong wind.
I am having fun, not, trying to unblock the outlet pipe from the septic tank which is again blocked in exactly the same place as last time.
Grrr.
I am having fun, not, trying to unblock the outlet pipe from the septic tank which is again blocked in exactly the same place as last time.
Grrr.
Yeah but now your talking about idiots, and yes there are many of the same driving cars.
The original discussion was you implied Dan should wear a Hi-vis as if it was his fault. The Vulnerability only exists cos of other idiots.
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That is a sweeping and inaccurate statement which I really will have to disagree with.
With my long and extensive experience of driving on the A40 through south Wales ( I live here) I can honestly say that many of the accidents involving bikers - usually having a day out with the mates and all trying to keep together as they go - are brought about by the bikers themselves. It is NOT a dual carriageway but is used by cars, lorries, cyclists, bikers AND agricultural vehicles, all going about their own business and this frequently means long slow traffic queues which, for safety reasons, have to be tolerated and adjusted to. Out-for-the-day bikers do seem to find these very obstructive to the speedy travel they would like to experience and many are huge chancers trying to leap-frog their way to the front of the queue in order to experience the thrill of speed they seem to crave.
Please note that I have nothing against bikers or anyone else enjoying their chosen method of travel but I do find it very upsetting when 'human remains' are seen far too frequently scattered about the road having experienced a head-on with traffic coming the other way. I always spare a very sympathetic thought for the families who are about to receive the knock on the door to say that family life has now changed forever.
And after all that everybody is OK
.I figure everybody that wanted to watch it has already see it.
If you haven't yet and are going to watch tonight don't open the link.
Bagnaia escapes fractures after frightening MotoGP crash
Francesco Bagnaia escaped fractures after his Barcelona crash. Image: Ducati Corse X Francesco Bagnaia has escaped fractures following a frightening
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The latest update on Bagnaia and Bastianini's injuries
After medical examination both riders will be heading home following their Catalan GP accidents
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J
But here's the thing. the original discussion did not involve an idiot on a trike did it?
I have also admitted there are idiots in possession of all modes of transport.
J
Ok lets try this, Idiots make themselves and others vulnerable regards of what transport they are using
.I would just prefer people be more aware of what's around them when in control of a weapon
Be it Bike/car/scooter or feet.
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I was not trying in any way to answer the original discussion, I was merely disputing your statement -
" The Vulnerability only exists cos of other idiots."
And I remain in total disagreement with that for the reasons I have given.
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I'll go with that as that is certainly my experience in my 57 years driving.Ok lets try this, Idiots make themselves and others vulnerable regards of what transport they are using
I would just prefer people be more aware of what's around them when in control of a weapon
Be it Bike/car/scooter or feet.
J
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And now we are all wondering if @DanClarke wears full leathers and a full face helmet when out on his trike.
in fact it is interesting what peeps do wear on trikes, admittedly this discussion seems to deal with motorised ones, i.e. ICE motorised ones.
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in fact it is interesting what peeps do wear on trikes, admittedly this discussion seems to deal with motorised ones, i.e. ICE motorised ones.
What do you wear when riding a trike?
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