New bristol member

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  1. Hondamatt

    Hondamatt New Member

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    Hi.

    Just bought a 16 plate repsol abs blade after 13 years of riding a cbr600fx.

    Got a lot to learn I think from my first few rides

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  2. Nickw

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    Hi, welcome to the forum and enjoy your bike.

    Take your time getting used to it. They are a lot less forgiving than what you're used to, but on the other hand they're an easy litre bike to ride.
     
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    Hi and welcome !
     
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    Welcome to the forum
     
  5. Hondamatt

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    Think I've just got to get used to the power deliver . Keep looking down and thinking opps! Loving the bike and also the fact I can actually ride it round town without it being a snarling animal
     
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    Hi & welcome :)
     
  7. Nickw

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    Try using 3rd gear as a twist and go. It's not like your 600 where you need to get up and down the gearbox.
    3rd gear gives you some engine braking, and saves you using your brakes as much.
     
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  8. AdamH

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    Welcome neighbour (I'm in Taunton). Got a new Repsol like you (5 weeks now) that I bought in Bristol. I fall in love with it a little more each day.
     
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    Welcome
     
  10. Barstewardsquad

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    Ow bist me babber.
     
  11. Jandy

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    Hi and welcome great choice of machine!!!!!
     
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    Looks lovely Matt, welcome.
     
  13. Hondamatt

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    Thanks guys. Looking for the chance everyday to get out on her!
     

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