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Downtown 300 / Re: Scratches in Screen....any polish ideas?
« on: August 25, 2014, 11:26:15 AM »
Thanks all, looks like I am off shopping....particularly like the idea of the DT looking and smelling good...LOL!!
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Downtown 300 / Re: Good helmets for long distances
« on: August 24, 2014, 11:55:31 AM »
Hi Beeman, hard to recommend helmets as everybody has a different shape head but I have 2 favourites - the Shoei XR series (I have the XR1000 that is now around 6 years old and has fitted beautifully from Day 1), and recently I have had great success with the Shark Evoline 3.
The Shoei is a race rep helmet and is very light, very stable (I have worn it at over 200kmh and it has been excellent even at that speed) and comfortable. High cut chin bar though, so needs a neck warmer in cool weather. Note that the XR series has now (I believe) been replaced by the X12 series but I will buy another when looking for a full face helmet.
The Shark is very versatile, and converts from full face to open face with the press of one button (great for changable weather). This is the reason I bought it. This functionality means it's quite a bit heavier than the Shoei but I don't find it a problem. Be aware though that this orginally gave me headaches as well but I found there is a removable pad in the front of the helmet under the top air intake that makes a HUGE difference once removed. I have had it about 6 months now and it is now very comfortable. Add in the internal retractable tinted visor and it really is a great piece of kit.
Good luck, hope my ramblings help.
The Shoei is a race rep helmet and is very light, very stable (I have worn it at over 200kmh and it has been excellent even at that speed) and comfortable. High cut chin bar though, so needs a neck warmer in cool weather. Note that the XR series has now (I believe) been replaced by the X12 series but I will buy another when looking for a full face helmet.
The Shark is very versatile, and converts from full face to open face with the press of one button (great for changable weather). This is the reason I bought it. This functionality means it's quite a bit heavier than the Shoei but I don't find it a problem. Be aware though that this orginally gave me headaches as well but I found there is a removable pad in the front of the helmet under the top air intake that makes a HUGE difference once removed. I have had it about 6 months now and it is now very comfortable. Add in the internal retractable tinted visor and it really is a great piece of kit.
Good luck, hope my ramblings help.
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Downtown 300 / Scratches in Screen....any polish ideas?
« on: August 24, 2014, 11:34:53 AM »
I was looking at the screen of the DT today and noticed a number of swirls in the plastic. I bought the bike 2nd hand so don't know how they got there but I like my bikes to look perfect (I know, sad but I can't help it - I always think if you look after them they will look after you). I was wondering if anyone has had any success with the lexan polishes on the market? I have checked a few reviews and there are mixed results, but the alternative is I go and buy the Givi screen to replace it. Appreciate if anyone has any thoughts.
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General Discussion / Re: After 6 Months . . . .
« on: August 12, 2014, 11:43:42 AM »
Easy to find yourself browsing, however after a recent trip to Europe I've gone the other way. Had my Tiger 1050 SE (which I love!) for the past 2 years and had big bikes for the past 15 years, but decided I wanted a bike that was easier to handle and more fun about town....test rode and now have a DT300 ABS as well. So 2 great bikes, one for the city and one for long trips....very happy.
Looking forward to riding both as much as I can!!!
Looking forward to riding both as much as I can!!!
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