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    <title>Mechanical</title>
    <description>Got a loss of power? Want to know how to install an after market exhaust? This is the place for you!</description>
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      <title>Make Your Bike Sound Like A Ktm</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 05:59:02 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6810/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
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      <title>Hel Brake Lines  40% Off</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 19:52:01 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6792/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hel performance are doing 40% off brake lines and 25 % off other items with the code BLACKFRIDAY. <br />
I just saved a nice few quid <img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies/smile.png" class="mceSmilie" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" />]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What have you done to your bike today?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2018 17:52:34 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/116/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Ducky)</author>
      <dc:creator>Ducky</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Well not quite &#039;today&#039; but I fitted these last weekend...LighTech chain adjusters! <img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies/biggrin.png" class="mceSmilie" alt=":D" title="Big Grin    :D" /><br />
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      <title>Cable And Hydraulic Lines...</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2018 11:22:16 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6492/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Jon Weston)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jon Weston</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi guys and girls! <br />
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Anyone know anywhere that&#039;s makes up custom length hydraulic and cable lines - a mate has a tasty harley with wide bars and the cables and lines are a bit short.<br />
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Cheers!]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Carburettor Balancer</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Sep 2018 20:36:24 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6473/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Rev)</author>
      <dc:creator>Rev</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Does anyone have a carb balancer I could borrow. The simpler the better as I’ve not used one before. Thanks]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Aldi Chain Lube / Cleaner And Bike Covers 08.02.18</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2018 19:58:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6250/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Aldi have special buys starting today <br />
£3.00 for chain cleaner / lube each all by WD40 <br />
<br />
and bike covers for under £10.00]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>5</slash:comments>
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      <title>Ktm Recall</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jan 2018 11:37:37 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6240/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6240/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-general-news/ktm-launches-worldwide-recall-duke-models-over-risk-front-brake-failure" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle...all-duke-models-over-risk-front-brake-failure</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Modifications And Insurance- Should I, Shouldn’t I?</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2018 17:22:12 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6222/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Rev)</author>
      <dc:creator>Rev</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[So I’m looking at doing a couple of upgrades to the tracer, exhaust and ecu re-map/flash. Question is, do I tell insurance company and will it make a difference? Exhaust is road legal and not extremely load (believe) and the ecu will just be to smooth the bike out. I’m guessing the insurance company will say an upgrade is an upgrade and put a price on it. Any thoughts and opinions are appreciated. Many thanks.]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>7</slash:comments>
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      <title>Grip</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2017 12:20:58 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6175/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6175/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (hoppielimp)</author>
      <dc:creator>hoppielimp</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[just watched this clip. A very simple explanation to improve your riding.<br />
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      <title>Bearings Head Stock V's Wheel ???</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2017 14:03:57 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6126/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[so I have started to get a shake on the R6<br />
<br />
It&#039;s always felt twitchy but today was worse so on the way home I decided to let go of the bars to see if I was getting any wiggle and I do but only when slowing down, breaking or changing direction <img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies/shrug.gif" class="mceSmilie" alt=":shrug:" title="Shrug    :shrug:" /><br />
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Aren&#039;t head stocks going to shake all the time ?<br />
<br />
Plus there was a burning smell heading into Rye<br />
and a smell of well dog shit that I couldn&#039;t shake off leaving rye ( the head stocks not going to get hot enough to smell )<br />
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So the question is...<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6126/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Bearings Head Stock V&#039;s Wheel ???</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Hill Topped</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 12 Aug 2017 09:07:42 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6081/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (MaDProFF)</author>
      <dc:creator>MaDProFF</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A post from the GS Forum<br />
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&quot;OK Guys;<br />
Had the bike Hilltopped today and the difference is significant , standard was 96 bhp ( at back wheel) and max torque @ 68 Ft/lb , now it reads 112bhp (at back wheel) &amp; 84 Ft/lb, the ride home was unbelievable almost like I came home on a different bike&quot;<br />
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To think the figures are quoted to 125 bhp stock, decent increase in toque though dam near 20%<br />
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Basically it is just a new map made to suit the bike and then uploaded, does not effect the warranty, cannot...<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6081/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Hill Topped</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Exhaust</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2017 08:31:47 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6073/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6073/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (james port)</author>
      <dc:creator>james port</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[looked at some bikes today <br />
and most had a 2 cables/ spring going to the central pipe  what is this for .thanks]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>5</slash:comments>
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      <title>It's A Cover Up</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2017 08:15:27 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6002/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/6002/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Mikey)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mikey</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[so what bike covers do people use ? What&#039;s been tried and tested ? Don&#039;t have the privilege of a roof ....]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>4</slash:comments>
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      <title>Electrical/alarm Issues On A Street Triple</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2017 20:44:04 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5878/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5878/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Jon Weston)</author>
      <dc:creator>Jon Weston</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I&#039;ve had issues in the past with bad contact in the kill switch, and similar issues happened this morning resulting in failure to start. There was some crud on the contacts which was cleaned off but the bastered still didn&#039;t start.<br />
<br />
Noticed some random clicking coming from the alarm and that the light on the dash wasn&#039;t flashing as normal. It&#039;s serial number is not on the recall list but having my doubts now.<br />
<br />
Here are some vids if anyone notices anything familiar or can offer some advice:...<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5878/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Electrical/alarm Issues On A Street Triple</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Data Tool Product Recall</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 11:20:17 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5840/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5840/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/datatool_logo.png" class="bbCodeImage LbImage" alt="[&#x200B;IMG]" data-url="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/datatool_logo.png" /><br />
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<img src="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/S4-red-1200x623.jpg" class="bbCodeImage LbImage" alt="[&#x200B;IMG]" data-url="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/S4-red-1200x623.jpg" /><br />
<span style="font-size: 22px"><b>Important Safety Recall – S4 Red &amp; Triumph Alarm</b></span><br />
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<a href="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/S4-Red-3.jpg" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow"><img src="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/S4-Red-3-300x225.jpg" class="bbCodeImage LbImage" alt="[&#x200B;IMG]" data-url="https://www.datatool.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/S4-Red-3-300x225.jpg" /></a><br />
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<b>20th January 2017</b><br />
Scorpion Automotive Ltd, owner of the...<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5840/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Data Tool Product Recall</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Stainless Steel Welding</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 19:09:55 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5829/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5829/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (SuzuKeith)</author>
      <dc:creator>SuzuKeith</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I need my exhaust welding anyone know of someone they would recommend to do some stainless steel welding for me?  Preferably in the Ashford area but am prepared to take bike to them.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Winter Tyres Important Message.</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2016 19:18:37 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5778/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5778/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (BlackHornet)</author>
      <dc:creator>BlackHornet</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14724462_1118037808272142_4124855094181585161_n.jpg?oh=d2b4416a078b578e814a9f4a5e7fb826&amp;oe=58A265F1" class="bbCodeImage LbImage" alt="[&#x200B;IMG]" data-url="https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14724462_1118037808272142_4124855094181585161_n.jpg?oh=d2b4416a078b578e814a9f4a5e7fb826&amp;oe=58A265F1" />]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Slight Issue With My Zxr750</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2016 09:21:59 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5737/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5737/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (S92Jockey)</author>
      <dc:creator>S92Jockey</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi all...<br />
  Before I can hit the road with you all,  and after having rebuilt my bike, I appear to have a small issue..<br />
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It only appears to start and run when the tank is over half full....<br />
So, does this seem to be a fuel pump problem..<br />
It has been rebuilt with all new fuel lines, filter and the carb has been cleaned and set up, (runs beautifully with a full tank)....!!!<br />
  Also, should the pump run for a short time to prime the lines when the ignition and run switch is on, as it does not or,...<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5737/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Slight Issue With My Zxr750</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Tyres</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2016 09:10:25 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5711/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5711/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Tony)</author>
      <dc:creator>Tony</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tyre Decision time...<br />
<br />
I bought The Multi with Pirelli Angel St&#039;s fitted..<br />
<br />
The tyres were not new, so not sure of mileage on them before hand, I have covered 3k and have found them to be good in the dry and fair in the wet..<br />
<br />
After discussions with a cople of fellow SECBikers I have 4 Options at present :<br />
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Dunlop Roadsmart III  £220 pair Delivered<br />
Bridgestone T30 Evo  £203   &quot;      &quot;<br />
Metzeler Roadtec 01    £223    &quot;      &quot;<br />
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And Once again the Pirelli Angel ST at only £136.90 pair Delivered....<br />
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<a href="http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5711/" target="_blank" class="externalLink" rel="nofollow">Tyres</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Mot</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2016 07:46:06 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5732/</link>
      <guid>http://www.southeastcountiesbikers.co.uk/threads/5732/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Mikey)</author>
      <dc:creator>Mikey</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Bikes coming up for mot time <img src="styles/default/xenforo/smilies.doodle/wink.png" class="mceSmilie" alt=";)" title="Wink    ;)" /> any recommendations for places to take it ?]]></content:encoded>
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