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by andy spartan
Mon Apr 29, 2019 5:52 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: R1M as a road bike
Replies: 28
Views: 2192

Re: R1M as a road bike

Congrats, She's a beauty, I also want to fit a rad guard, Which one did you buy ?
by andy spartan
Wed Apr 03, 2019 12:30 pm
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: R1M as a road bike
Replies: 28
Views: 2192

Re: R1M as a road bike

Hi, My M has only been on the road, with some of the time in slow local traffic. I use power mode -C- most of the time, as I find smooths out throttle…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Sun Mar 03, 2019 6:54 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Smoke on startup
Replies: 23
Views: 1619

Re: Smoke on startup

If it only smokes on engine start up, Then its usually/possibly the valve seals and or guides, (Also caused by over- filling with oil )
I would norma…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Sat Nov 10, 2018 7:11 am
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Hi, new owner from kent 2015 R1
Replies: 11
Views: 1272

Re: Hi, new owner from kent 2015 R1

Hi, The panel is of 2018, I would like £50.00, Plus P&p, If you are interested I have paypal and I will get the extra cost of post.PM Sent
Andy
by andy spartan
Fri Nov 09, 2018 6:57 am
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Hi, new owner from kent 2015 R1
Replies: 11
Views: 1272

Re: Hi, new owner from kent 2015 R1

Hi and welcome, Look forward to seeing the pictures :D

I have for sale the right side rear trim, It has a slight crack on the fold edge. Slightly visible.
Its of a 2018,

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by andy spartan
Thu Jul 05, 2018 4:48 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Yamaha to celebrate 20 years of R1 at Brands BSB
Replies: 0
Views: 611

Yamaha to celebrate 20 years of R1 at Brands BSB

Something for the weekend, :arrow: https://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/br ... rs-of-r1-/

Already planning my trip there…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Sun Jun 17, 2018 9:32 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: 2018 R1M - Advice for new a owner
Replies: 31
Views: 2864

Re: 2018 R1M - Advice for new a owner

Went for Techspec snake skin, Good grip without to much abrasion,

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by andy spartan
Mon Jun 04, 2018 5:14 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Front brake bleeding
Replies: 15
Views: 1487

Re: Front brake bleeding

Try attaching a hose to the bleed nipple, The other end of the hose inserted inside a tin of brake fluid, The hose MUST be immersed below the maximum …login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Mon May 21, 2018 5:11 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: First service and oil
Replies: 13
Views: 1160

Re: First service and oil

Spoke to my dealer about my first service that will soon be coming up, They recommend using Yamalube Full Synthetic 10w/40 for the R1,
On my previou…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Wed May 02, 2018 4:56 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Tank Pad Recommendations
Replies: 20
Views: 1638

Re: Tank Pad Recommendations

Here’s a pic, haven’t put the side bits on yet though. It gives good coverage just as I have it. Remember to use a hairdryer to warm it as per the in…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Sun Apr 29, 2018 4:06 pm
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Tank Pad Recommendations
Replies: 20
Views: 1638

Re: Tank Pad Recommendations

Hi, I have just ordered the same one on Rob_R1's post above. :D

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/11230658 ... rmvSB=true

Thanks All…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Sun Apr 29, 2018 12:29 pm
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Tank Pad Recommendations
Replies: 20
Views: 1638

Re: Tank Pad Recommendations

Thanks All & Great recommendation Rob, Searched e-bay and found the site for your tank pad.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/11230658 ... rmvSB=true

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by andy spartan
Sat Apr 28, 2018 6:15 am
Forum: R1 & R1M 2015-2019 2CR 2KS BX4
Topic: Tank Pad Recommendations
Replies: 20
Views: 1638

Tank Pad Recommendations

Any recommendations for a good tank pad. :shifty:
I got the OE Yamaha R1 pad on my tank, which in my opinion does not offer much protection. I had to use el…login to view the rest of this post
by andy spartan
Mon Apr 16, 2018 6:02 pm
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha
Replies: 8
Views: 1131

Re: Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha

jompy wrote: Mon Apr 16, 2018 5:55 pm Looks sweet mate :handgestures-thumbupright:
Thanks jompy, Shes a long term keeper :D
by andy spartan
Mon Apr 16, 2018 5:40 pm
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha
Replies: 8
Views: 1131

Re: Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha

Thanks all for the welcome messages,
look forward to participating on the forum, Gives my wife a break from motorbike talk.
by andy spartan
Mon Apr 16, 2018 5:26 am
Forum: Newbies
Topic: Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha
Replies: 8
Views: 1131

Hello All, Got Me My First Yamaha

Hello All, Just got me my first ever Yamaha, Lovely blue 2018 R1M, Been on bikes since the late 80's and previously owned Triumph 1050's, Suzuki GSXs & Fireblades. Just love the crossplane engine sound and the long revving gearchange. Look forward to interacting on this forum, Cheers to all :-D ...