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badapple 
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 Topic: New bike timePosted: 20 Jan 2024 at 18:51 |
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Got myself another gen2 factory for the coming summer. If its as good as I hope ( sub zero dark test ride only so far) it will be a keeper. I prefer the early gen2 shape and colours and this is one of the last off the line.
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I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left
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badapple
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Posted: 20 Jan 2024 at 19:04 |
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This is as is straight out of the van, bought from a fellow member thanks Steve pleasure meeting you.
Plan Service Fit new chain and sprockets ( 15/42 ) Fit new battery ( lithium) Fit new starter cables Dog bone linkage Find a good used or new accosato master to match the clutch or use a spare OEM clutch master and source some OEM levers. Sort out the damage on the swingarm. New tank protector OEM if I can get one. Clean and detail. I have a spare panel to replace the one on the left which has a poor repair and apply the new OEM aprilia lower decals. I am considering changing the colour scheme to my favourite gen2 but unsure if that's viable at the moment. I need gold wheels for that so I'm looking to swap for a blue set if I can then I will most likely do the new ( old  ) scheme . |
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badapple
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Posted: 20 Jan 2024 at 19:14 |
Only pic I can find but this was my favourite one of all had to sell for my first house deposit
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davidrsurfer
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Posted: 20 Jan 2024 at 20:01 |
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Nice. Got to love a gen 2!
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Motorcycle friendly self catering holiday apartment Acorn Studio. See us at Air bnb.
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badapple
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Posted: 20 Jan 2024 at 20:39 |
Yep, I've had several gen1s and love them too especially the early R's but for me the looks and ride of the factory is spot on. Had a few of the ' old silver " and really liked them but the above colours are the ultimate combination. Subtle and stylish.
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Posted: 21 Jan 2024 at 15:09 |
Very nice Adam  Great colours as well  I like the blue wheels to be honest... |
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Posted: 21 Jan 2024 at 18:05 |
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Cheers Rick you will be seeing it in the flesh once it warms up. I like the current scheme a lot but the all black and gold wheels was by far my favourite we'll have to see if I can change it without too much hunting for parts. Most importantly it's getting a good checkover and enjoy it.
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