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_Troy_ World Chat Champion
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Posted: 16:06 - 26 Mar 2014 Post subject: My Sensible Commuter. |
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Well with a new job starting on Monday, I've been on the look out for a new bike to cover the commute. I've been bikeless for the last few months as I haven't really needed one, but with a 65mile a day commute, with a lot of town riding, it seemed a good idea to save some time and money each day. So I started this thread, where I got a lot of good advice on sensible bike choices:
https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=286312
With all of that in mind I set about trying to source a decent 500 twin. I spotted a very nice example at the local dealer, with every extra I would need and at a fairly reasonable price. Thread here:
https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=286312
I test rode it, and thought I'd be ecstatic to just be back on two wheels. However, I was completely underwhelmed. It was boring, slow, sounded dull, and I didn't like the ride a single bit.
Soooo, I upped my budget and widened my search to include those bikes that were a little more exciting (read IL4 engine). I was specifically looking for a ZZR, Thundercat or similar. But then I found this bike. It was local, a good price, and in great condition.
I changed the exhaust from the micron carbon can that came on there due to it being on it's last legs. See this thread:
https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=287055
I've since put a Fuel can on there, and it's nice and loud. I'll also be attaching a top box and sorting out some extra security. So here it is, my sensible commuter bike
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7398/13427215024_24a12ceef0_b.jpg
https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2901/13426900335_83141f5272_b.jpg
https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3710/13426987273_5983a80c0c_b.jpg
https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3688/13427266234_4077762ac5_b.jpg
https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3741/13426997253_aa06447e67_b.jpg
I always liked the front end of these, but it does look a bit guppy front on.
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5317/13426851915_d1b7d67991_b.jpg
The new Fuel exhaust. For anyone interested this is the Oval Mini. It's loud, well made, and looks good.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7218/13427183114_3920e56373_b.jpg
This is the Datatool immobiliser, which although useful, can get a bit annoying every time! ____________________ Current bike: ZX6R J1
Previous bikes: CLR 125 | GS500 | ZX6R G2 | SV650 |
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Posted: 16:39 - 26 Mar 2014 Post subject: |
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Posted: 19:07 - 26 Mar 2014 Post subject: |
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It's such a shame to have to put a top box on it - that's a very pretty bike. Still, needs must I suppose. I really ought to stop being such a soppy twat about mine and do likewise, what with all the distance rides and kinds of destinations I visit. All so bloody expensive these days though |
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Posted: 01:30 - 27 Mar 2014 Post subject: |
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Nice looking bike.
A mate of mine has just ordered a new Fuel can for his GSXF, its got to look and probably sound better than the stock battleship cannon can he has on now. |
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Looks lovely op, enjoy it ____________________ Current bike: Honda CBR 1100xx |
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Mine is the Oval Mini. I couldn't decide between the Mini or the Midi, but went for the Mini because I wanted a little more noise. With the baffle in it's quite sedate and sounds smooth. With it out it is obnoxious lulz ____________________ Current bike: ZX6R J1
Previous bikes: CLR 125 | GS500 | ZX6R G2 | SV650 |
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That looks the nuts. Very tidy.
I wish I could take photo's like that too, I know complete fuck all but would love to start somewhere
Also, is that a camera I see on your lid? Secret vlogger?
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 10 years, 70 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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