GTS OWNERS CLUB

THE STIG · Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 2:09 pm Post subject: Hello everybody matey peeps!

Nope, I have not fallen off the edge of the world but I apologize for being somewhat distant.
I was all set to go on the Scotland trip,in particular the `Animals` rally on `Bute. Sadly I lost 2 friends on their bikes just a few days apart! Both crashed and game over for them Crying or Very sad

Only a couple of weeks ago,a female friend had a crash and lost her right leg above the knee!
As you can imagine,Iv`e been wondering (so`s the missus) about continuing on two wheels,
I made the decision that none of my rider Buddies would want me to pack in because of them,so Iv`e made some changes...hence posting in Darkside chat area.
Iv`e sold my GTS,she was a lovely scoot,never missed a beat and always turned heads.A local lad has bought it and will no doubt be joining this site.I`m sure to see her buzzing around the area as well.
I collect a Burgman 650 tomorrow and am looking forward to riding some good distances including Europe next year.
The Burger has a bit more road presence and higher visibility than the GTS and a bit more rubber holding me to the road.The brakes are awesome and the handling sublime!
I need the comfort as I have a dodgy back so I can concentrate on riding rather than the backache.I`m trying to extend my riding for a few years longer and at the end of the day `two wheels is two wheels`
I`ll still be wearing my Darksider shirt and badges with pride Very Happy

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Maver · Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2008 3:25 pm Post subject:

rough time m8 Embarassed

welcome back Cool

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jimvespa · Posted: Fri Aug 08, 2008 5:10 pm Post subject: Dont know you but welcome back

glad to see your back ! i to had someone very close to me crippled for life after a spill , try explaining to your nearest and dearest how your so good it will never happen to you ! TIME HEALS MOST WOUNDS Laters JIM back on 2 wheels Razz

ChevySoul · Posted: Sat Aug 09, 2008 11:42 pm Post subject:

Welcome back Very Happy

I lost one of my best mates last year in a bike accident, so feel for your loss Crying or Very sad

You are always welcome to join us in our many adventures around the UK & Europe Cool

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Rally Division

THE STIG · Posted: Sun Aug 10, 2008 8:29 am Post subject:

Thanks for the support.
I can`t wait to get out and about.So far I`m enjoying the Burger,very smooth,roomy and sooo comfortable.It`s got some pace too.Off the lights it`s a rapid machine! She will cruise effortlessly at 85-90 (where allowed of course Wink

) Long distances will not be a problem so I hope you lot are up for Scottish runs or overseas next year.I do like an adventure Very Happy

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The Stig rides an Auto so is always in TOP GEAR!