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https://silodrome.com/bmw-k100rs-hossack-suspension/

This is a 1988 BMW K100RS “Hossack,” it features a revolutionary front suspension system designed by engineer Norman Hossack. This double wishbone or “pivoting-link system,” using upper and lower wishbones with a monoshock, significantly improved handling and later inspired BMW’s Duolever suspension, first introduced on the K1200S in 2004.

This Hossack-equipped 1988 BMW K100RS, with just 22,209 kilometers (~13,800 miles), is being auctioned by Bonhams on December 5th. It includes original documents, TüV approval, and features its bold 1980s paintwork
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Horse wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 3:43 pm Image

https://silodrome.com/bmw-k100rs-hossack-suspension/

This is a 1988 BMW K100RS “Hossack,” it features a revolutionary front suspension system designed by engineer Norman Hossack. This double wishbone or “pivoting-link system,” using upper and lower wishbones with a monoshock, significantly improved handling and later inspired BMW’s Duolever suspension, first introduced on the K1200S in 2004.

This Hossack-equipped 1988 BMW K100RS, with just 22,209 kilometers (~13,800 miles), is being auctioned by Bonhams on December 5th. It includes original documents, TüV approval, and features its bold 1980s paintwork
I rather like that. :D

Hmm...what colour leathers would match it....??

Probably have to wear a dark tinted visor though. :lol:
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Fieldsheer Acid Worm leathers!
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KungFooBob wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:31 pm Fieldsheer Acid Worm leathers!
Oh yeah! (had to Google 'em) but wow! Channelling Bananaboy after his yellow phase....

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I seem to remember an old mate having a CBR600 in similarly lurid white, teal and pink. Those were the days 🤢
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Count Steer wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:35 pm
KungFooBob wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:31 pm Fieldsheer Acid Worm leathers!
Oh yeah! (had to Google 'em) but wow! Channelling Bananaboy after his yellow phase....

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I was going to suggest them too.

But, believe it or not, you've chosen the subtle colour option.

There was this too:

An interesting 'safety' point on their advertising.

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I dunno Hoss, the first set looks like a mash up of pink leathers and a naughty maid costume for a 'Full Monty' type performer. I think they have the edge. :lol: (The second set looks like a set of pyjamas for a bisexual crypto squillionaire who might have a car body mounted on his bedroom wall).
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KungFooBob wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:31 pm Fieldsheer Acid Worm leathers!
Just like wot Foggy wore when he was a struggling privateer...
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Count Steer wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 5:09 pm I dunno Hoss, the first set looks like a mash up of pink leathers and a naughty maid costume for a 'Full Monty' type performer. I think they have the edge. :lol: (The second set looks like a set of pyjamas for a bisexual crypto squillionaire who might have a car body mounted on his bedroom wall).
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Its a no from me...

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Ghastly
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Ian wrote: Tue Dec 17, 2024 6:31 pmGhastly
Perhaps. Although 'hideous' might work too?
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Bleugh.
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I would love a classic small capacity two smoke trailie.

https://www.classicmechanics.com/classi ... aha-dt175/

125 too slow, 250 too modern/desirable. 175 FTW!
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KungFooBob wrote: Mon Dec 16, 2024 4:31 pm Fieldsheer Acid Worm leathers!
That instantly transported me back in time to J&S in the early nineties when they were in Northwich!
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KungFooBob wrote: Tue Dec 17, 2024 10:11 pm I would love a classic small capacity two smoke trailie.

https://www.classicmechanics.com/classi ... aha-dt175/

125 too slow, 250 too modern/desirable. 175 FTW!
I had one years ago while my licence was once again...uh...resting. A great little do almost anything bike.
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John Deere should stick to combines
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There's all manner of funky shit going on with that bike. It intrigues me and I'd like to know more. The designer(s) is/are certainly not afraid to experiment.
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