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2007_11_10 Jim Shows Mark The Track : What a great day! Jim very generously showed me the right lines round the track and gave me countless tips - I can't thank you enough Jim! We did the National Circuit and I was put into the Racer Group. The first lap was OK, the second lap was pushing it, and I was starting to worry, supposing if Jim is only at 60% of his top speed! But to my relief we were doing the same speed as the tail ender racers - phew! I found out that I wasn't getting off the bike "evenly", that means my bum and head were not in line and I wasn't getting low enough. (See Jim's demo in pic 09). This is what comes of riding roads when you don't have to "get off" the bike. There were a couple of eye-openers, Jim accelerates hard into the breaking zone, and my Blade finds it hard to live with Jims race prepared ZX600 on a straight up to 200 clicks. Ben, Sue, Andre and JunJun turned up to provide support, which was great, and to take some pics and videos. Well I stayed on two wheels, including a trip along the rumble strip on Terry's Corner, and got a lot more confident about my abilities, which is why we do this - right? But next time I'll slow down to get smoother so that I can get faster! FOGs: Mark & Jim Supported by: Ben, Sue, Andre & JunJun

2007_11_10 Jim Shows Mark The Track

What a great day! Jim very generously showed me the right lines round ...

Updated: Nov 15, 2007 2:04am PST

Motorcycle Insurance : We all know how difficult it can be to get motorcycles insured out here, But thankfully a fellow FOG has now managed to offer insurance for motorcycles in the UAE and Oman (useful for the FOGs). If you need more information give Ron a call on (04) 341-6363. Details as below………. Ride Easy Policy / Standard Cover: Loss or Damage to Motorcycle following accident Third Party Liability - AED 2,500,000 Medical Expenses - AED 2,500 24 Hour Accident and Breakdown Recovery Helmets and Protective Clothing - AED 1,000 each or AED 2,500 combined Circuit School Day - cover for approved riding courses not track days. Fees only for one registration Accessories - Tank bags, GPS etc for an additional premium GCC Cover for an additional premium Territorial Limits UAE & Oman Optional extras: Extended warranty for 1 or 2 years on new bikes after manufacturers warranty expires. Sun Insurance Brokers have an online facility to issue the certificates. NOTE: Only Third party cover for off-road bikes & quads but comprehensive is available for adventure / dual purpose bikes. Terms will favour riders with age & experience. And there are discounts for approved/certificated riding courses & a special discount for the Ladies - like you JunJun! If you need more information give Ron a call on (04) 341-6363. And don’t forget to mention where you heard about it! The FOGs

Motorcycle Insurance

We all know how difficult it can be to get motorcycles insured out he ...

Updated: Oct 23, 2007 8:21am PST

2007_09_28 Jims Practice Day : This was Jim's first practice on the Kawa 600. It would appear that it was a great success - bike and rider are going well! Abdul Aziz, last years super-stock champ, is impressed so far. Good luck to both of them. Lots of interest in the 600 by potential racers, Jim just needs the licence to do business. Mike (900RR), you should give this a go mate - you'll be ace. I floated the idea of 1 bike with 4 FOG riders - no takers. If anyone changes their mind, you can rent a race prepared bike off Jim for a reasonable fee and go racing for one weekend. Is that an idea that appeals?

2007_09_28 Jims Practice Day

This was Jim's first practice on the Kawa 600. It would appear that it ...

Updated: Sep 28, 2007 7:43am PST

2007_03_10 Walts day out! : Walt went to the the Qatar GP with a "AAA" pass - we didn't!

2007_03_10 Walts day out!

Walt went to the the Qatar GP with a "AAA" pass - we didn't!

Updated: Mar 11, 2007 7:19am PST

Walts Tail Of The Dragon : Want to see what Walt keeps raving about? Take a trip to http://killboy.blogspot.com/ and you will understand!

Walts Tail Of The Dragon

Want to see what Walt keeps raving about? Take a trip to http://killbo ...

Updated: Jun 26, 2007 9:14am PST

Happy Independance Day Walt :

Happy Independance Day Walt

Updated: Jul 03, 2007 11:53pm PST

Terry's New Daughter (Sapphire) :

Terry's New Daughter (Sapphire)

Updated: Sep 06, 2007 12:00am PST

What FOGs Do On Their Hols :

What FOGs Do On Their Hols

Updated: Oct 01, 2007 10:09am PST

Greg, Brian, Ryan's New Baby Jasmine : Congratulations to Greg, Brian, Ryan and his wife Melissa on the birth of their brand new zero mileage baby girl, Jasmine. Better get knitting that pink lid and goggles! [This isn't a photo of Jasmine - it's a stunt double]

Greg, Brian, Ryan's New Baby Jasmine

Congratulations to Greg, Brian, Ryan and his wife Melissa on the birth ...

Updated: Dec 10, 2007 3:20am PST

The Wrong Way Round 2009 : Passed on by Ian a number of weeks ago... Gent’s, The idea of riding back to Europe seems to have crossed the mind of just about everyone who owns a bike in the U.A.E. But undertaking such a trip on your todd is a little more adventurous than most of us would like. However, undertaking the 6,000+ km jaunt with a group of like minded nutters is much more feasible. Preparation and logistics become easier as the tasks can be shared, costs can be reduced with greater numbers. Depending on contacts, number of riders, make of bikes etc. sponsorship of some kind may even be a possibility to offset costs of the trip, if we could generate enough publicity. So, I’m testing the water here to see how much real interest is out there. If you know of anyone else who may be interested, please pass on this email and the attachment. Cheers Phil Ritson P.O. Box 17576 Jebel Ali Free Zone Dubai United Arab Emirates Office +971 4 808 6200 Direct +971 4 808 6209 Fax +971 4 883 4112 Mobile +971 50 552 4195

The Wrong Way Round 2009

Passed on by Ian a number of weeks ago... Gent’s, The idea of rid ...

Updated: Jan 05, 2008 1:03am PST