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I understand that he is allowed to argue. But at the moment I don't really see what he can argue about. Do you mean that he can argue that it wasn't him? To be honest Steve, I don't really know what they need me for. Apparently they have the finger print and dna evidence placing him at the scenes, so what value little old me will have as a Witness - I have no idea. I certainly don't want to be involved - I've done my bit.

I meant that because there is irrefutable evidence against him, that any denial of guilt is a pointless waste of time and resources (unless he is hoping that the Feds make a procedural mistake and he may get off on a legal technicality).

To cut a long story short, earlier this year I assisted in the arrest of a filthy smack head thief after a Police car chase and then a chase on foot outside my house and in the park opposite. Was quite exciting as I was on my own going after him (the coppers went off in the wrong direction), there was a police helicopter over head, and area cars swarming everywhere, I had to commandeer someones mobile phone to call 999 to tell the Feds where we were etc. Eventually a copper found us and I had to help restrain the vermin becasue he wasn't too interested in being arrested. His car was abandoned outside my house (doors open, engine still running), and was full of crack cocaine and assciated filth and paraphanalia. Anyway, I just received a letter from the CPS saying that the vermin is pleading "not guilty" which means that I have to attend the Court to act as a Witness I don't mind doing my bit to help the community and protect the vulnerable etc, but I really don't want to be wasting my time in court :( . He is bang to rights - no question - so why can't he plead guilty?

The Police proceedures cost him 3 hours out his day. Luckily the scumbag didn't want to press charges (was more than likely an illegal immigrant) otherwise he would been in trouble I think.

A good mate of mine was at Liverpool Street Station yesterday morning on his way to work, wearing a racksack which had the usual stuff and a wallet etc. He felt someone trying to open the zip of the rucksack so he instinctly applied a classic ju jitsu technique (difficult to describe in words) which culminates in breaking the elbow joint and a complete dislocation. As the perp doubles over in agony clutching his dangling arm, Mat's knee comes up to smash the nose, mouth and teeth - blood everwhere. Villian is knocked out - hits the floor - smashing his head on the tiles. All over in 2 seconds. Lovely. Job done. This was all witnessed by a couple of coppers in the gantry who warmly applauded Mat's welcoming to Britain of Mr Thief (who has done the decent thing by not pressing charges). It's all on CCTV too so maybe we'll see it on one of those police reality programmes.

We have a sub contractor that does it for us Barrie. Can arrange it if needed.

Hey Pete, Good to hear from you again :D I trust things are well?

Dear Alcohol, First & foremost, let me tell you that I'm a huge fan of yours. As my friend, you always seem to be there when needed. The perfect post-work cocktail, a beer at the game, and you're even around in the holidays, hidden inside chocolates as you warm us when we're stuck in the midst of endless family gatherings. However, lately I've been wondering about your intentions. While I want to believe that you have my best interests at heart, I feel that your influence has led to some unwise consequences: 1. Phone calls: While I agree with you that communication is important, I question the suggestion that any conversation of substance or necessity takes place after 2 a.m. Why would you make me call those ex-boyfriends/girlfriends when I know for a fact they do not want to hear from me during the day, let alone all hours of the night? 2. Eating: Now, you know I love a good meal, but why do you suggest that I eat a kebab, a butter chicken curry along with a sausage with cheese, onion and mustard (washed down with WINE & topped off with a Kit Kat after a few sweet chilli and sour cream red rock chips)? I'm an eclectic eater, but I think you went too far this time. 3. Clumsiness: Unless you're subtly trying to tell me that I need to do more yoga to improve my balance, I see NO need to hammer the issue home by causing me to fall down. It's completely unnecessary, and the black & blue marks that appear on my body mysteriously the next day are beyond me. Similarly, it should never take me more than 45 seconds to get the front door key into the lock!! 4. Furthermore: The hangovers have GOT to stop. This is getting ridiculous. I know a little penance for our previous evening's debauchery may be in order, but the 3pm hangover immobility is completely unacceptable. My entire day is shot. I ask that, if the proper precautions are taken (water, vitamin B, bread products, aspirin)prior to going to sleep/passing out face down on the kitchen floor with a bag of popcorn, the hangover should be minimal & in no way interfere with my daily activities. Alcohol, I have enjoyed our friendship for some years now & would like to ensure that we remain on good terms. You've been the invoker of great stories, the provocation for much laughter, and the needed companion when I just don't know what to do with the extra money in my pockets. In order to continue this friendship, I ask that you carefully review my grievances above & address them immediately. I will look for an answer no later than Thursday 3pm (pre-happy hour) on your possible solutions & hopefully we can continue this fruitful partnership. Thank you, Your biggest fan P.S. Things that are difficult to say when you're drunk... a) Innovative cool.gif Preliminary c) Proliferation d) Cinnamon Things that are VERY difficult to say when you're drunk... a) Specificity cool.gif British Constitution c) Passive-aggressive disorder d) Transubstantiate Things that are ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE to say when you're drunk... a) Thanks, but I don't want to sleep with you. cool.gif Nope, no more booze for me. c) Sorry, but you're not really my type. d) No kebab for me, thank you. e) Good evening officer, isn't it lovely out tonight? f) I'm not interested in fighting you. g) Oh, I just couldn't - no one wants to hear me sing. h) Thank you, but I won't make any attempt to dance, I have no co-ordination. I'd hate to look like a fool. i) Where is the nearest toilet? I refuse to vomit in the street. j) I must be going home now as I have work in the morning

Nice one Janey B)

Yup, I'm melting

This isn't a metter of life or death. It's much more important than that :D COME ON ENGLAND!

I have one of the those Junghams atomic titanium jobbies - well chuffed.

Hi, we can supply them on a mail order basis directly to your house if needed, and provide a Gold Member discount too. We can arrange fitment in Warrington at TDi North, but it's not really rocket science so any decent garage should be able to do it for you. The art is really in the "setting up" though, so you should find a good establishment for that. Hope this helps :)

Glad and proud to be of service again Adie :D I have passed on your PM comments to the Team - big smiles all round :) I'll be working on the other upgrade we spoke about, later today. I think that is going to work really well for a relatively low cost. Thanks again :)

Veeery nice B) Hope you're pleased with it. Stay safe mate :)

They are the same :)

A journalist interviews Sir Paul McCartney: "So, Sir Paul, do you think that you will ever go down on one knee again?" Sir Paul: "I'd prefer it if you called her Heather".

That's not a bad price really. I bet it cost a lot more than that to build.

That's interesting - thanks for that. That's 312hp at the wheels, which is around 370hp at the flywheel. Fairly low boost too. Nice :)

That's excellent news Mr Morse. Those are very bold claims. Will be nice to see it :) Good luck with it, and let us know how you get on please. Will you be doing some form of Blog?

It's the BEST colour mate (blue and silver), nothing else comes close. I waited ages to find it. It's a year 2000. Because the battery is dead I can't see the digital display for the mileage, but I think it's about 10k. I'm going to try and get a battery tomorrow and breathe some life back into it :)

What sort of money are you after and what year/ colour is it mate? I realise you might not have any piccies, Is it sorn at the moment then? I went to Derby just now to see the ZZR1400 but they don't have any in stock, just a nice blue ZX12R :winky: No busa's I haven't really thought about it mate. A decent offer will be acceptable I suspect. It is SORN at the mo. I'll have to get a new battery for it - it's totally kippered . Come and have a look - see what you think :)

How many miles do you get out of a back tyre? I've never ridden one long distance but they're only supposed to last 1000-2000 miles. Have you fitted a flip-up screen or double-bubble, and if so does it help the airflow? Let's see some piccie's then please.What MPG do you manage? I do a 700 mile 4 day round trip to work on my bike so I don't want to be changing tyres/ filling up all the time. I don't mean to hijack the post but I love hayabusa's and don't know any one who owns one. For me it was always a logical step up from the 90's blade but i've been advised against it by different people. It's between the Busa' and the ZZR14 for me. Still find it amazing that a Busa can be called an "all-rounder" these days, that thing was built for one thing only...... to be the fastest road bike ever. To be honest, I haven't ridden it for over a year because I turned my garage at home into another bedoom, and I didn't fancy leaving it outside over night :o , so I leave it at work. I have heard the same rumours about back tyres but I have only ever fitted one tyre in all the time I've had it (probably because I ride it like it like a girl ). I have never monitiored the fuel economy - sorry . Mine has the head lamp and tank protector but the standard screen. It's fast enough for me :o. Awsome machine :)

I'm thinking about selling my Hayabusa. It's not easy finding a better bike than that as an "all rounder"

That doesn't sound fair. Pay should increase at least in line with inflation, otherwise you are losing money. I suppose the other side of the story is that a lot of firms are struggling to survive, so may take the view that any pay is better than no pay. Rsarin was telling me an interesting story about Employees in Japan who actually donate some of their salary to their Employers to help run and grow the company. Very strange - I can't imagine that happening in the UK Maybe it's time to consider your options if your not currently satisfied. Good luck with whatever you decide :)