Well, I'm feeling quite pleased with myself, and since no one else in my house gives a stuff, I thought I would share with you guys. Having spent the last 2 months working on my old steed, including much work you chain and sprocket people just wouldn't understand - the beemer passed the MOT with flying colours this morning. Ordered the tax from the DVLA website just now, so providing their computer system works I'm now legally on the road again. Hurrah!

I may try and make the good friday rideout, but 5 years off the bike will take some gentle practice to feel confident again. You guys all look like fast riders so I'm a little unsure. Maybe we could have an old codgers rideout, or maybe I will act as the backup bike and carry all the tools!

Graeme