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I have a theory, based on The Guzzirider Hypothesis. ~~ D.Laing and Ratchet are actually a Mr and Mrs.~~ Makes sense. But which one is the Mr and which the Mrs? Is Ratchet actually Mrs D.Laing or is D.L actually Mrs Ratchethack? Some experimentation is called for.

Thanks, Greg. I'd like to try something similar to the one on the Scura – so that looks equivalent. Guzzi's own flyscreen looks very small. Any experience of it? On the bars: any experience of bars that give a lower and more forward riding position?

Crikey, how do we know that?!

Only in the bar, so there's significant room for doubt. Could be the doubling effect of alcohol-enhanced vision.

Dear panelists Concerning the recent appearance of Mrs Guzzirider hereabouts: how do we know that it's not just MasterGuy, accessing his computer in his laydee dress? Yours Mrs Belfast (Bob, to my friends)

Yes H, the bank holiday does make sense as it would be fantastic to have the extra day. I discounted it because I thought that it could clash with other family breaks etc. However it makes the effort of going somewhere more worthwhile, as there would be two 'ride-out' tour days to see around the place and enjoy the company. Other opinions? I'm guessing that the NW will be the weekend previous to that.

The trip to Scotland provided an interesting test with the Griso. It turned the 1,000 miles mark and had fresh oil, so I was happy to wind it on more, though I'm still not running it at or over the redline. There's no doubt that this is a revy motor. It wants to be at the top end. The thing is that MG haven't got the right bike package for it yet. The Griso is a bit of a bizarre bike. Having discounted the 1100, I took a look at it again when the 1200 8V came out: because it was publicised as being a sportier model, with a sportier riding position. I really think that's more hype than anything sunstantial. It's still an odd mix of butch cruiser with sporting inclinations. Despite what the publicity intimated, the footpegs seem to me to be in exactly the same position as the 1100 and the bars, while narrower, are still very much sit up, sit back, arms out wide, head up. What's it all about? The bike wants to run, but the seating position means that the rider is constantly pushed back and sliding back. For a start, some sort of fairing / screen should be a big improvement. Why, with a motor like this, didn't they give it one as standard? Even so, the seat could do with a re-shape and, for me, I want to do something different with the bars. I don't know what yet, because although it's relatively easy to put on straights or clip ons, I'm pretty much stuck with the foot peg / lever position. And it's a heavy, bulky lump. Three of us, the G and 2 V.11s, went for a fast run over fairly empty and very twisty Scottish hill roads. To be honest, I found it hard work (very enjoyable work, mind) not because of the engine, nor because of the frame / running gear – they're all great – but because of the wind-blasted, upright and rearwards seating position. The Stelvio review talks about maintaining speeds of 100mph: "sit-bolt-upright 100-mph nirvana ". The stock Griso won't let you do that for any amount of time. It's a shame. Just what are these new models meant to be? Of course I very much like the bike – and its potential. Enough to buy one. I'm just commenting on an unfortunate core deficiency in the design concept(?), which if addressed, would have made for a bike that was more coherent, made much more sense.

Nice bit of tree there Joe. But this time, the Britisher gone done it better. Mal's MG Le Mans Tree, with 'grow your own' sidestand:

Yoooou dirty rat, Barrett. The public isn't ready for pics like those yet!

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The teddy Bears' Picnic, first course Where's Baby Bear? MacHaggis does his Amazing Elastic Arm Trick and stretches over to scratch MasterGuy on the bonce Soren's Fancy Always the last bears left on the site

I'm surprised that anyone can remember anything. My memory is that it was very cold, of a night. And that I had an ASBO camped on one side and a snoring copper on the other side – and that we all 3 went for a teddy bears' picnic of crumble and custard, way up in the hills at Tibbie Shiel's place. Hang on, now I remember – I took some photos! Right, let's see...

Unfortunately no. It wasn't under the kilt.

I think she tickled Soren's fancy.

The Tech Topics forum is proof of that, if proof were needed.

It's ok. I'm just referring to the Belfast - Stranraer crossing mishaps, the past 2 years.

It's a bit like deciding a rally rideout on a Saturday morning; who is going on what route; where? Say no more... Good job we're starting the process early Anyway, the cunning plan is to organise something where I don't have to catch a ferry.

Oh yeah, that's right: we weren't here. – It was the Americans

Not September in Denmark. Jaap was only joking. Roberto, is that 14th to 17th September in Mandello? How many days do you take altogether?

I've looked at the map. It's a long way – to combine Belfast, Stavanger and Denmark and would probably take more time and money than I could afford. How would people be proposing to go from UK to Denmark?

I'm going to Stavanger, Norway over the weekend of 18th to 21st September. Wasn't planning to go by bike, but maybe the two things could be combined????

Trying to understand Mr. Euan MacHaggis at New Galloway:– Listen HERE on Real Player

I need the recipe. Have to start mixing and making – to build up the stock for next year's meet. Haggis and tattie bread. Heavenly. Let the great haggis slaughter begin.