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New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 03:47 am Dec 04 2016
by ScruffyDroid
Hi all

I've just returned to the KDX fold after a 28 year absence. Bought a 2002 KDX 220, 2900 miles on the odo. Great condition, suspension front and rear completely refurbished, bushes, bearings and swingarm. I like to do my own mechanicals and not scared of spanner-bending!

Originally had a 1984 KDX 2000 from new when I lived in South Africa and loved it and the freedom from being able to ride wth no reservations, no restrictions and no cares. I used to do all my own maintenance, top-end, suspension works with limited funds/tools.

I now live in Surrey, not far out of London and looking to ride trails/green lanes with a bit of low key Enduro.

This seems a very friendly and informative site and if anyone in the UK has similar ideas get in contact. :supz:

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 05:24 am Dec 04 2016
by KDXGarage
Welcome to the forums. Congratulations on getting back on a KDX.

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 10:35 am Dec 04 2016
by ScruffyDroid
Thanks Jason.

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Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 07:53 pm Dec 05 2016
by bufftester
Welcome to the forum. We have a bunch of active UK members, I'm sure some of them will chime in.

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 02:55 pm Dec 07 2016
by bazwalton
I'm another 'Old timer'. I'm in the Isle of Man. (It's that rock between you and Ireland) :grin:

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 03:45 pm Dec 07 2016
by ScruffyDroid
Good place to be, IOM... My wife has been nagging to visit during TT week!

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 12:58 pm Dec 14 2016
by two-stroke-brit
ScruffyDroid wrote:Good place to be, IOM... My wife has been nagging to visit during TT week!
oh i would hate to have a wife who nags me to go to the "TT".
You lucky dog :supz:
oh and welcome

Re: New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 01:29 pm Dec 14 2016
by ScruffyDroid
Thanks. Yes, she is quite special. She went on an HGV driving experience couple of weeks ago. 44 tons driven by a 9 stone bird!

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New "Old Timer" in the UK

Posted: 05:44 pm Dec 26 2016
by cornishwrecker220
Hi & welcome to the forum fellow UK rider !
If you are looking to ride the trails in & around your area then I recommend you check out the TRF ( trail rider fellowship) I'm sure you'll find them helpful with local riders around your area....they should also be able to help you with local ride outs with people in your area ....I've gone for rides with the cornwall TRF on many occasions & had a real blast !