SRAD?

[greenmeanie]

hi all,

as the 2 years restriction is finallly up ( ) i have decided to part with the bandit and venture into the world of sports bikes. But there is sooooooooooo many to choose from! however one thats caught my eye is the 600 SRAD, simply cause the looks and the price. I was wondering what peoples thoughts and opinions were on these, my boss at work says they are a bag of shit basically, but something about them seems to be drawing me in. Whats your thoughts and opinions? thanks all.


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Rh.

[Annabella]

FATRAD you mean?



Seriously, Suzuki loves his. It's been somewhat abused by him, but still keeps going.
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[fork_oil]

That fat rear end has one major plus point. In an era where you can barely get a fag paper under the pillion seat of some modern sports bikes (ZX6-R, 675), you can get a takeaway, a set of waterproofs, a disc-lock and a U-lock under the rear seat of an SRAD. I can get everything I need to take with me for work under there if I pack carefully. It also has decent luggage hooks if you use a tailpack, and a metal tank for tankbags.

It's still a modern-ish (alloy frame, 4-pot brakes, adjustable suspension) sportsbike. Although considered uncomfortable and very track-focussed in its day, it's not that full-on at all compared with the current 600's. I can stay on board until I need fuel as the seat is plush, and it's a short reach to the bars. Only high pegs limit comfort really.

The main issue is build quality. They take a bit of looking after. The engine is very reliable though. The DiRe survey said it was surprisingly reliable for an older, yet often hard-ridden bike. brake discs warp, quite a few parts corrode if not cared for, some minor electrical gremlins. It suffers from carb-icing when it's cold and damp.

I did 3000 miles in 3 months on one over summer. Could go quick when required, albeit with lots of revs (I'm used to bigger bikes), and still has decent handling, with quick steering. Suspension is quite plush but controlled for road use. Fuel economy can be >40mpg and tank range 150miles when in touring mode.

For the money they go for, I'd say if you can find a good one in original condition, they make a good buy. However, any equivalent 600 would make a good buy too - just get whatever you can find the best example of for your money.

[Annabella]

[Ciar?n]

*Waits for luxy's post*

IMO There nice.
And once downgeared they really fucking go
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[bish777]

You wont go wrong with a GSXR, SRAD or otherwise.

See if you can blag the insurance and extend to the 750, which is like the 600 but even better.
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[Suzuki]

SRADs are cheap, look good, handle great, and are really reliable provided you service them correctly (like anything else).

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[metallninja]

go for the newer K series if ye can.

Lighter, better fuelling. Still fit rain suit & gloves under Pillion seat.

Add a power commander for a smoother ride. You`ll never look back
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[_Will_]

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Takes too much pride in having a pink bike, he also has the helmet/leathers and a pink bumbag to match

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[camcam]

they will hit 140 very quick or so im told ive kept up with a modern bikes no probs


worth getting imo
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[Annabella]

[_Will_]

[JonB]

Tell him "Jon B from www.bikechatforums.com thinks you is a bum raider".
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[LUXY DJ]

[Type_Mo]

u copied my undertray lux

they do look fooking good IMHO!

The SRAD has been a dream bike of mine since they were introduced!
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[greenmeanie]

thanks for all ur replies ladies n gents. i would definatley be interested in a 750! what sort of figure would you say im looking at for the insurance, baring in mind im 19 with 2yrs ncb? i would do an online quote but im too lazy lol. does that bloke with the pink SRAD live in sheffield because im sure ive seen a pink one parked up outside a bar in town one night lol, our lass loooved it! i shook my head in disgust ( although deep down i quite liked it haha wups ) cheers all,


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Rh.

[Type_Mo]

its gona be ALOT!

Well over 100bhp IIRC and with a restricted licence it not always best to go for such powerfull bikes.

for example im 18 with 1 years ncb and 1 accident to my name and to insure my hornet 600 (70 - 80bhp) is going to cost between £1000 - £5000.
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[Suzuki]

[JonB]

Let's start a war, let's start a Nuclear War at the Gay Bar, Gay Bar, Gay Bar!!!
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[greenmeanie]

haha i was walking past the bar! i swear .

[Type_Mo]

i just cant get the price down and need to get insurance started for the 7th December.

I live in a E* Rated area

Bike will be garaged and has a datatool system 3
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[greenmeanie]

dude that sucks!! have you tried motorcycle direct? mine was kept on private property with a datatool alarm/immobiliser.

Edit: most insurers are happy to insure you the next working day from when you pay your deposit.

Edit 2 lol: i live in a shithole aswell.
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Rh.

[lllN30lll]

i ferking love my SRAD, although it became a write off a few month ago due to a cager it's now road legal again after throwing 1500 quid at it lol

but it looks nowhere near as goods as it used to look in this photo
https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v707/lllN30lll/piccy-0032111.jpg
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[V4]

Oh go on then.............

https://www.bikechatforums.com/download.php?id=38660

750, cost me £2200, problem is a k series 750 will cost a good grand more than that at least, its fucking fast I've had it all the way on the speedo (180mph) sure someone will translate that into real speed.

I never liked the arse before i got it, but i went to see it n fell in love

do it

Leon

[TheDonUK]

I feel for the dog...