|
|
8 Dec 2012
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Seville (E)
Posts: 561
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by HendiKaf
Thanks Esteban you do make other people no even feel like this site is worth to put something on, there is plenty of site to put junk on, please move along .
|
Hendikaf, I'm not 100% sure to properly understand your comment, but 90% of chances its tone is not my cup of tea.
I gave 1st hand advise to Henryuk about how to get cash quickly in Iran, just extended a little bit with an anecdote (in YOUR thread, I know, out of place). Later I actually gave some continuity to your thread with (I reckon) a pretty "over-used" joke about BMW cardans since the bike has an engine car as shown in the picture. I don't know if it bothered you that a moderator asked you for photos, but sorry, don't blame me or anyone else. I actually supported you and your thread, maybe you missed that. FYI in general terms I do my best for my comments to be of some use, but of course I may fail as you point out. What is sure is that I'm not willing to have any argument with you, so it won't happen. I'll just move along as you requested.
PS: If I took it wrong due to a poor English understanding, then it's ok. Otherwise, it is not.
|
9 Dec 2012
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Nottingham UK
Posts: 227
|
|
Customising bikes is still easy enough in the UK (law wise). Whilst I'm not suggesting I'm any good at fabrication/engineering, in the past I've done a hardtail chop ratbike, and made a sidecar from scratch. I've got an old mate who really knows his stuff, and I believe he is now working on his 4th diesel engined bike.
I always fancied making a trailbike using an old british engine (probably unit construction though), but fairly modern suspension etc. You'd get a lot of interest traveling on something like that.
|
12 Dec 2012
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Wessex, UK
Posts: 2,136
|
|
I think that this was the sort of thing you were talking about, although I am not sure it fits the criteria of cheaper than a BMW but certainly different.
|
13 Dec 2012
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 839
|
|
bike
yes Mark , it seems expensive sometime but in long run it may not be , I saw few bikes similar in the US and they were cheap to maintain and were performing pretty well , now if you got the $$$ you may as well by the KTM of your choice but it always good to have or make option
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Next HU Events
ALL Dates subject to change.
2025 Confirmed Events:
- Virginia: April 24-27 2025
- Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
- Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
- CanWest: July 10-13 2025
- Switzerland: Date TBC
- Ecuador: Date TBC
- Romania: Date TBC
- Austria: Sept. 11-15
- California: September 18-21
- France: September 19-21 2025
- Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025
Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!
Questions about an event? Ask here
See all event details
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|