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Well that looks a bit lighter and more agile than the shadow that's for sure! Rogerborg would be proud too! |
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It's great I don't have to feel bad about not cleaning her. |
It. ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Posted: 01:42 - 23 Feb 2019 Post subject: |
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Can't help myself. To get this thread back on topic I'm looking at getting an R6 again Maybe go for a fuel injected this time. Already got one spotted that seems a good deal. Update later. |
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Posted: 21:18 - 08 Mar 2019 Post subject: |
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When I came back down to earth, an R6 is not going to happen, although I miss my old one a fair bit, best bike I've owned.
Oh well |
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And there was me opening the thread eager to see what bike you'd bought today.
V5 arrived for the Shadow and so the sale was a success? |
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So this has arrived on my drive. I started out with good sensible intentions then it all went wrong. It is a 2006 model.
I was literally shaking riding it home, The F650GS has a slack throttle and at 47hp doesn't matter too much. The Fireblades throttle is like a precision instrument, one false move and your dead kind of feel.
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(This thread is my diary so just keeping this here for future reference for when I come to sell it) Yoshi end can, Valter Moto rearsets, braided brake lines, ASV levers, double bubble zero gravity screen, heated grips, gear indicator, micro indicators, tail tidy, combined brake and indicator lamp among others. Will sell as single seater as you see, but will also give pillion rearsets and seat, along with pillion fuel tank grab handles. All bolts have been replaced with Pro-Bolt titanium bolts, easy to get bodywork off with no corroded bolts. Have all original parts (except original bolts...). Will also throw in trickle charger and oxford cover. 2 keys included. |
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Posted: 21:56 - 09 Aug 2019 Post subject: |
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Two month, well nearly, review of the Fireblade.
Looks.
It looks fantastic to me. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder right enough but the Red and black 2006 Fireblade is the best looking of them all . Strange but I have had an HJC red and black helmet that I'd never worn until now. Is it a bit naff to have your helmet matching your bike? Not that any of that matters when you speed on by with cries in the background from motorists. 'Ya mad cunt'
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More to follow on this review when I'm sober including:
Sitting on the bike stationary. The feel of the bike.
Sitting on the bike while riding at 56 mph
Sitting on the bike while riding at 70mph.
Sitting on the bike while front wheel is up at 120mph. (aye right)
Riding on the motorway
Riding on A roads.
Riding on B roads
Riding the bike at 110mph
Low speed corners
High speed corners
Electronics and riding aids
Practicality
Slow speed manouevering.
Conclusion
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Posted: 22:44 - 09 Aug 2019 Post subject: |
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Sitting on the bike stationary.
I'm 5ft 7 1/2".
If you are not used to a sports bike then you will feel like Frankie Dettori on Shergar when you first sit on the bike and put your feet on the pegs.
Your head will be forward and the grips will be way forward as the steering lock will likely be on when you sit on it so everything is at extremes. It is important when trying this bike to release the steering lock. I have ridden sports bikes before and think this is as comfortable a bike as any of them stationary, the pegs are aftermarket on mine and I think a bit higher than standard.
My 5ft 71/2" make it quite difficult to get a decent grip of the ground when stationary but yet the bike would be quite small for an over 6ft...er.
The dashboard is alright but there is no fuel gauge and thankfully no setting to worry about. Mine has heated grips that drains the rubics cube size battery in no time.
The bike feels about the size of a cross between the 1999 R6 and R1.
In general I wet my pants when sitting on the bike stationary. This is just the start of the love affair. No doubt I'll plough it into a lampost as divoce looms. |
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Posted: 22:47 - 19 Oct 2019 Post subject: |
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Sold most of my sim racing gear |
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Old Thread Alert!
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I;ve still got the Fireblade but I'm thinking of trading it. Fancy either a Z1000SX or a VFR800.
The fireblade is nice but to much bike for me and my neck aches when I do long trips.
Me and my mate want to do some touring up North Coast 500, once he convinces his missus, so will be looking for panniers included with the bike I get.
Still the best bike I've ever owned is the 1999 R6.
I want rid of the BMW as well, but the speedo doesn't work so can't see the current mileage. I guess the last MOT is the best I can do.
It's been great weather for a blast, managed to overheat the fireblade after red lining it to often, I think. It's the first time I've had the balls to red line in 3rd and nearly 4th before I have to slow down. There are a few great straights around here. Went out for a easy going run yesterday and ended up at 130 odd (I don't actually know the speed as no way was I going to look down at the speedo)
Viva La Revolution
Another reason for getting rid of the fireblade is I'll likely die before the summer is out.
Out in a blaze of glory. Great
What's going on in the world today? Utter madness. Glad I can get out on the bike and get away from that shit. What's all this about blacks matter, surely everyone matters. The people in countries were poverty is rife, raping and crime is extreme, they're the countries that need the help....Black and white folk can fuck off as it is easier to hate everyone yone. |
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I'm still alive anyway. Dropped the Fireblade while pushing it on the chips outside. pig sick
It's not too bad but the bike was immaculate
It's strange but when I see of biker deaths I get jealous. |
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Bike arrived today New bikes make a happy Struan. Only one bike at home for a change.
First impressions.
Seat height is the low, seat is narrow so ideal for short arses like me. Feel so much more relaxed riding out of the chipped driveway in which I've dropped two bikes already
I had never seen one in the flesh but the bike looks quite nice in my opinion. CBR650R in black is nicer looking in my head anyway. I would have preferred the loud KTR paint but they were sold out. Can't see it but the black has metallic through
Engine note will take a bit of getting used to, first parallel twin. Not a lot to be excited about in the noise department. I'll likely NOT get a new exhast and all that stuff. If I need a few more HP then I'll buy another bike.. Not even sure if I can be arsed fitting a tail tidy. If it is lucky I'll clean it once a month.
It seems to have a decent enough amount of usable power, not quite the fireblade but it is fast of the line and has enough for quick overtaking, just.
Build quality is very good for the price.
Cockpit is a nice place to be. Gear indicator and fuel gauge
Great there are no rider aids except ABS
The bike has an upright riding position
It is the most well mannered bike I have ridden
It's a Kawasaki and I haven't had one before
All in all happy with my purchase. Next bike will be a nice condition NC30 VFR to add to the Ninja |
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Posted: 19:43 - 27 Jul 2020 Post subject: |
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Very nice looking bike. ____________________ Honda Novio, Puch Grand Prix, Suzuki AP50, CZ 125, Wassell 125, Montesa 348,Honda 125TDC, Suzuki 100ER, Suzuki GSF650 Bandit, Aprillia Pegaso, Honda PCX125, Honda Forza300, BMW G310 GS, Suzuki SFV650, Honda CB500X
CHARLEY SAYS " ALWAYS TELL YOUR MUMMY BEFORE YOU GO OFF SOMEWHERE" |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 3 years, 274 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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