# Latest **URL:** https://londonbikers.com/latest.md [Latest](https://londonbikers.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://londonbikers.com/categories.md) --- ## [Welcome to londonbikers.com](https://londonbikers.com/t/welcome-to-londonbikers-com/8)
**Author:** [@system](https://londonbikers.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [8 January 2022 03:31 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/welcome-to-londonbikers-com/8 "2022-01-08T03:31:03Z")
Thanks for stopping by the largest community for motorcyclists in the London area. Established in 2004, LB is a place for bikers to talk shop, make friends, get help, organise rides and to tell awful jokes (Looking at yo… --- ## [Flip up plates](https://londonbikers.com/t/flip-up-plates/115615)
**Author:** [@Panagiotis](https://londonbikers.com/u/Panagiotis)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [6 October 2026 19:17 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/flip-up-plates/115615 "2026-10-06T19:17:12Z")
Whats up with all these bikes with flip up plates? :old\_man: --- ## [Broken gearbox, 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000, 40k miles](https://londonbikers.com/t/broken-gearbox-2016-suzuki-gsx-s1000-40k-miles/115903)
**Author:** [@eezyrida](https://londonbikers.com/u/eezyrida)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [25 September 2026 13:16 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/broken-gearbox-2016-suzuki-gsx-s1000-40k-miles/115903 "2026-09-25T13:16:48Z")
So my bike had been playing up in recent months, slipping out of gear, making horrible rattly noises which stopped when I kicked the gear lever upwards. It still worked so I wasn’t too bothered - had similar issues with … --- ## [Heatwave ATGATT](https://londonbikers.com/t/heatwave-atgatt/115892)
**Author:** [@monkimark](https://londonbikers.com/u/monkimark)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [23 September 2026 06:11 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/heatwave-atgatt/115892 "2026-09-23T06:11:20Z")
I am generally pretty good about wearing protective gear in all weathers but this heat is making me doubt myself. 34 degrees and high humidity is bad enough but sat at traffic lights in the blazing sun with a jacket and… --- ## [Green Lanes & Byways](https://londonbikers.com/t/green-lanes-byways/50334)
**Author:** [@AndyCr15](https://londonbikers.com/u/AndyCr15)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [16 September 2026 13:37 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/green-lanes-byways/50334 "2026-09-16T13:37:01Z")
Now I have an offroad bike, I need to know where I can use it. I found this website, which seems to identify places you can ride, but I’m wondering if there’s a better way? I can’t find any phone apps for them. Is there… --- ## [ABS sensor ring CBR 650f](https://londonbikers.com/t/abs-sensor-ring-cbr-650f/115917)
**Author:** [@monkimark](https://londonbikers.com/u/monkimark)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [25 August 2026 09:42 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/abs-sensor-ring-cbr-650f/115917 "2026-08-25T09:42:33Z")
Last week some little scrote tried smashing the disc lock off my bike, they were unsuccessful but in the process, they hit the ABS sensor ring and bent it so now I have no ABS. I assumed that it would be a straightfo… --- ## [Getting into top box with a broken lock](https://londonbikers.com/t/getting-into-top-box-with-a-broken-lock/114676)
**Author:** [@The\_Sleeper](https://londonbikers.com/u/The_Sleeper)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [20 August 2026 15:45 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/getting-into-top-box-with-a-broken-lock/114676 "2026-08-20T15:45:09Z")
Ladies & Gents, I have a Suzuki top box where the locking mechanism is just not working, I have some bits in it which I want out. Link below which shows the box I have (sorry it is an ebay link, and shows no lock). lin… --- ## [Brands Hatch Indy Trackday - July '26](https://londonbikers.com/t/brands-hatch-indy-trackday-july-26/115916)
**Author:** [@Jay](https://londonbikers.com/u/Jay)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [16 August 2026 21:50 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/brands-hatch-indy-trackday-july-26/115916 "2026-08-16T21:50:15Z")
First trackday of the year for @pricetta and I the other week. We’ve been a bit slow organising them as life has taken over for both of us, but we had a really good shakedown at Brands Hatch. Huge smiles throughout the d… --- ## [Garage Cabinets and Furniture](https://londonbikers.com/t/garage-cabinets-and-furniture/113773)
**Author:** [@Joby](https://londonbikers.com/u/Joby)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [10 August 2026 19:04 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/garage-cabinets-and-furniture/113773 "2026-08-10T19:04:52Z")
Any opinions of garage furniture? I lived in a house that had Dura cabinets and they were great quality. I’ve done some research online and Sealey look really good and good value. Is there anywhere you can buy them used… --- ## [Boxhill, bikes, beers and big hearts](https://londonbikers.com/t/boxhill-bikes-beers-and-big-hearts/115905)
**Author:** [@monkimark](https://londonbikers.com/u/monkimark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [3 August 2026 12:54 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/boxhill-bikes-beers-and-big-hearts/115905 "2026-08-03T12:54:49Z")
I dont know anything about this but saw it advertised in the Stepping Stones (over the road from Rykas) pub this afternoon if anyone is interested --- ## [19ft Bilge Keel Sailing Yacht for sale-](https://londonbikers.com/t/19ft-bilge-keel-sailing-yacht-for-sale/66079)
**Author:** [@woozy-uk](https://londonbikers.com/u/woozy-uk)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [28 July 2026 18:01 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/19ft-bilge-keel-sailing-yacht-for-sale/66079 "2026-07-28T18:01:48Z")
I have this little yacht for sale. its an easy to sail yacht. good for a family or beginner to yachts as i was 3 years ago. its located in Kent on the Thames. FOR SALE! 19ft 4 - berth Yacht. Roller reefing jib, 6HP Mar… --- ## [Superbike Factory about to go to the wall](https://londonbikers.com/t/superbike-factory-about-to-go-to-the-wall/115901)
**Author:** [@cooltempo](https://londonbikers.com/u/cooltempo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [24 July 2026 08:03 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/superbike-factory-about-to-go-to-the-wall/115901 "2026-07-24T08:03:59Z")
Know folks have mixed experiences about them, but sad to see this news Hundreds of jobs at risk as SuperBike Factory runs out of road --- ## [Mt07 up for sale](https://londonbikers.com/t/mt07-up-for-sale/115902)
**Author:** [@Pennyc](https://londonbikers.com/u/Pennyc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 July 2026 10:19 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/mt07-up-for-sale/115902 "2026-07-22T10:19:57Z")
Hello, I’m not from london but you seem like a lovely bunch of people. :slightly\_smiling\_face: I’m unfortunately selling my beautiful blue MTO7 Yamaha. It’s a 17 plate only done 10343 miles and comes with a lot of extra… --- ## [4/7/26 - Essex Enjoyment](https://londonbikers.com/t/4-7-26-essex-enjoyment/115897)
**Author:** [@Boris](https://londonbikers.com/u/Boris)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [16 July 2026 09:51 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/4-7-26-essex-enjoyment/115897 "2026-07-16T09:51:33Z")
Its my birthday on the 5th, so im going motorcycling on the 4th. Meeting at the Rookery Cafe in Hatfield at 9 for a 930 departure with a full tank. North Road, Welham Green, Hatfield AL9 5SF About 170 miles, via a cou… --- ## [Kennington Park - Motorcycle Parking](https://londonbikers.com/t/kennington-park-motorcycle-parking/108159)
**Author:** [@makman](https://londonbikers.com/u/makman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [11 July 2026 18:44 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/kennington-park-motorcycle-parking/108159 "2026-07-11T18:44:51Z")
I have to go there this afternoon for a staff summer party! Anywhere safe to park the bike? I do travel with a chain etc… Cannot walk too far as my back is playing up and I’m trying to take it easy. --- ## [MotoGP 2027 Rider Line-up](https://londonbikers.com/t/motogp-2027-rider-line-up/115898)
**Author:** [@Panagiotis](https://londonbikers.com/u/Panagiotis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [8 July 2026 21:10 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/motogp-2027-rider-line-up/115898 "2026-07-08T21:10:50Z")
All change!! --- ## [Waymo arriving in London, possibly September this year](https://londonbikers.com/t/waymo-arriving-in-london-possibly-september-this-year/115772)
**Author:** [@eezyrida](https://londonbikers.com/u/eezyrida)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [28 June 2026 10:44 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/waymo-arriving-in-london-possibly-september-this-year/115772 "2026-06-28T10:44:07Z")
This is going to be fun… --- ## [Stolen bikes news article](https://londonbikers.com/t/stolen-bikes-news-article/115889)
**Author:** [@T\_cat](https://londonbikers.com/u/T_cat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [10 June 2026 14:47 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/stolen-bikes-news-article/115889 "2026-06-10T14:47:56Z")
BBC News - ‘Untouchable’ teen motorbike thieves mocking victims on TikTok - BBC News This is a very sad article at how little seems to be done --- ## [Bike Shed Moto Show 2026](https://londonbikers.com/t/bike-shed-moto-show-2026/115879)
**Author:** [@Jay](https://londonbikers.com/u/Jay)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [23 May 2026 18:43 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/bike-shed-moto-show-2026/115879 "2026-05-23T18:43:40Z")
Who else is going? We’ve just bought tickets. We got a £3 discount off each ticket with: --- ## [Cuál es la resistencia de un sensor ckp de una moto cbr600 año 2007 alguien me pueda dar información](https://londonbikers.com/t/cual-es-la-resistencia-de-un-sensor-ckp-de-una-moto-cbr600-ano-2007-alguien-me-pueda-dar-informacion/115881)
**Author:** [@Ft150italika](https://londonbikers.com/u/Ft150italika)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [16 May 2026 07:09 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/cual-es-la-resistencia-de-un-sensor-ckp-de-una-moto-cbr600-ano-2007-alguien-me-pueda-dar-informacion/115881 "2026-05-16T07:09:30Z")
Cuál es la resistencia de un ckp de una cbr600 año 2007 --- ## [Me\_groovy's pro tip of the day (May 2026)](https://londonbikers.com/t/me-groovys-pro-tip-of-the-day-may-2026/115868)
**Author:** [@me\_groovy](https://londonbikers.com/u/me_groovy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [4 May 2026 21:49 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/me-groovys-pro-tip-of-the-day-may-2026/115868 "2026-05-04T21:49:55Z")
Say goodbye when you should. I sold my Tracer 900 today. Bought it in 2015 when everyone kept getting fed up of my bike being broken. After several years and adventures, I stopped using it 2 years ago when I got my … --- ## [Torque moto cafe](https://londonbikers.com/t/torque-moto-cafe/115864)
**Author:** [@Panagiotis](https://londonbikers.com/u/Panagiotis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [2 May 2026 21:22 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/torque-moto-cafe/115864 "2026-05-02T21:22:10Z")
How did i not know about this place! Great coffee and food, well wort a visit 10b Graylands Estate, Langhurst Wood Rd, Horsham RH12 4QD --- ## [Hard Shoulder Lane use!](https://londonbikers.com/t/hard-shoulder-lane-use/115849)
**Author:** [@The\_Sleeper](https://londonbikers.com/u/The_Sleeper)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [26 April 2026 09:43 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/hard-shoulder-lane-use/115849 "2026-04-26T09:43:17Z")
All, I’m actually putting this up in the hope someone will read it whether an LB member or just shows up in general on the Internet! If you have had to stop, then feel you will carry on, PLEASE get up to speed in the h… --- ## [2017 CBR650f electrical gremlins](https://londonbikers.com/t/2017-cbr650f-electrical-gremlins/115820)
**Author:** [@monkimark](https://londonbikers.com/u/monkimark)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [18 April 2026 23:21 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/2017-cbr650f-electrical-gremlins/115820 "2026-04-18T23:21:25Z")
A bit of advice required from the forum brains please The last couple of days, I noticed a slight flickering of the headlight (stock led unit) when I was parking up in the evening and then on the way home from work on t… --- ## [Big Blue and Bump stop for sale](https://londonbikers.com/t/big-blue-and-bump-stop-for-sale/115853)
**Author:** [@HBG](https://londonbikers.com/u/HBG)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [17 April 2026 18:27 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/big-blue-and-bump-stop-for-sale/115853 "2026-04-17T18:27:56Z")
Hi folks. I’ve two items to sell. Let me know if interested. Big Blue bike lift (£250), with brackets and heavy duty Bumpstop front wheel chock £60. They are £540 and £150 respectively when new. Heavy items, would ne… --- ## [Updating Profile: E-Mail Address](https://londonbikers.com/t/updating-profile-e-mail-address/115832)
**Author:** [@ride4fun](https://londonbikers.com/u/ride4fun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [10 April 2026 19:10 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/updating-profile-e-mail-address/115832 "2026-04-10T19:10:02Z")
How do you update the e-mail address in the user profile, and how do you contact an admistrator if you need help? I have just noticed that the e-mail address for me is one that has been obsolete for at least fifteen yea… --- ## [It's my birthday on Saturday and I'll eat cake if I want to](https://londonbikers.com/t/its-my-birthday-on-saturday-and-ill-eat-cake-if-i-want-to/115802)
**Author:** [@BigRedS](https://londonbikers.com/u/BigRedS)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [31 March 2026 10:05 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/its-my-birthday-on-saturday-and-ill-eat-cake-if-i-want-to/115802 "2026-03-31T10:05:04Z")
Same deal as usual - a gentle jaunt around a home county or two with cake-focussed stops. Meeting at 10am at Fade To Black Coffee in St Albans: Google Maps to leave by 10:30 I expect it’ll be busy enough that we’ll be … --- ## [Box Hill Public Space Protection Order](https://londonbikers.com/t/box-hill-public-space-protection-order/115825)
**Author:** [@monkimark](https://londonbikers.com/u/monkimark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [29 March 2026 21:12 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/box-hill-public-space-protection-order/115825 "2026-03-29T21:12:10Z")
Coming soon: Motorcyclists near Box Hill are being targeted with anti-social orders despite the “vast majority” who visit the Surrey beauty spot being “considerate people who behave respectfully”. A Public Spaces Prote… --- ## [Drift camera accessories & Mounts](https://londonbikers.com/t/drift-camera-accessories-mounts/105004)
**Author:** [@LD13](https://londonbikers.com/u/LD13)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [28 March 2026 08:09 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/drift-camera-accessories-mounts/105004 "2026-03-28T08:09:26Z")
£80 for EVERYTHING Please see this as a job lot. I’d rather not sell items separately. So over the last few years I’ve been a fairly loyal customer to Drift Innovation and used a lot of their stuff, from the HD720, Dr… --- ## ['Car' SOS](https://londonbikers.com/t/car-sos/115828)
**Author:** [@T\_cat](https://londonbikers.com/u/T_cat)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 March 2026 08:28 UTC](https://londonbikers.com/t/car-sos/115828 "2026-03-27T08:28:01Z")
Not sure if anyone watches this program but last night they did a first and restored a motorcycle. Look out for series 14 episode 5 A 1973 Triumph Bonneville [Next page](https://londonbikers.com/latest.md?page=1)