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by OB1
Fri Sep 10, 2021 4:13 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

Re: E10 Fuels

As I said before, I posted my original comment to raise awareness of the fact that some machines will have to change to the more expensive super unleaded E5 petrol. I didn't want to get into a mud-slinging match about who knows better about the climate and what is green... because I'll never be able...
by OB1
Fri Sep 10, 2021 12:58 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

Re: E10 Fuels

According to NASSA, between 1880 and 2007, global temperatures increased by 0.9 degrees. I couldn't be less worried. Those scientists know a bit more about the effect of an increase of 1 degree in average global temperatures than you do... what you see as insignificant can be devastating for others...
by OB1
Wed Sep 08, 2021 12:05 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

Re: E10 Fuels

Just an observation… I have been using E10 fuel in my cars, bikes, lawnmowers, chainsaws and outboard since 2009 without any obvious problems. It’s new to the U.K. it’s not a new fuel, it’s a proven success for the majority of petrol engines. Change always brings out objections. My intention for th...
by OB1
Fri Sep 03, 2021 5:31 pm
Forum: BIKES
Topic: How Many?
Replies: 26
Views: 5089

Re: How Many?

Since I sold the Sprint ST a couple of weeks ago, I'm down to 3: AJP PR7, Honda CRF250 Rally and BSA B31.
by OB1
Fri Sep 03, 2021 5:27 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

Re: E10 Fuels

Don't you just love it when grown men belittle a young girl who is just trying to make a difference... :evil:
by OB1
Wed Sep 01, 2021 4:58 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

Re: E10 Fuels

bill_qaz wrote: Wed Sep 01, 2021 4:12 pm You may find this useful
https://www.acem.eu/component/content/a ... ise/33-e10

Basically the same list as the gov.uk website.
by OB1
Wed Sep 01, 2021 1:05 pm
Forum: TECHNICAL
Topic: E10 Fuels
Replies: 183
Views: 34845

E10 Fuels

E10 is replacing 'normal' E5 unleaded petrol. On September 1, the default petrol available in forecourts will switch from E5 to E10. The difference between E10 and E5 is that E5 contains just 5% of renewable ethanol, whereas the new edition contains 10%, reducing the amount of CO2-based vehicle emis...
by OB1
Sun Aug 15, 2021 8:24 pm
Forum: FOR SALE - WANTED
Topic: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE
Replies: 16
Views: 4173

Re: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE

scramblermatt wrote: Sun Aug 15, 2021 7:14 pm I was following this on eBay and then it disappeared…did it sell? Obviously was on a lot less than you wanted so did you pull to auction??

The auction ran to the end - I didn't pull it. The bike sold to a Blood Runner.
by OB1
Sun Aug 08, 2021 3:24 pm
Forum: FOR SALE - WANTED
Topic: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE
Replies: 16
Views: 4173

Re: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE

As no one on here has shown any real interest, the bike is now listed on eBay with a starting bid of 99p!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/154561997311
by OB1
Tue Aug 03, 2021 1:55 pm
Forum: FOR SALE - WANTED
Topic: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE
Replies: 16
Views: 4173

Re: Triumph Sprint ST 1050 FOR SALE

BUMP!

Now with one full year's MOT certification!

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