My first Bike - Yamaha Thundercat

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

Hi all,

Some may remember me from when I posted a while back asking advice etc...

Well after much deliberation I went out and bought my first bike, a Yamaha Thundercat In blue with 7.5K on the clock. 2 Owners and in mint condition.

I've added a photo for you all to see (sorry about the poor quality, camera phone).

Let me know what you think.

Double Bubble should come today and i'm debating a can.... anyone any advice on cans for cats?

Thanks

Andy

p.s. I will add some proper photo's soon!

McGee · O RLY? Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Karma :

Great bikes Thumbs Up

Rookie will be along soon Wink

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Its pronounced Jixxer!

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

Rookie · World Chat Champion Joined: 09 Feb 2005 Karma :

They rock, and that's a nice one.

I have an Arrow can on mine and it sounds like a total bitch, but there are plenty out there. If/when I get a new one, I'm thinking of a Yoshimura. Thumbs Up

McGee · O RLY? Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Karma :

steveh · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2004 Karma :

Got an ART can on mine, sounds mint Thumbs Up

not too higly priced either, but mine came with the bike.

Steve.
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Sarge-Devil · Nova Slayer Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Karma :

My m8 had a Yoshi on his Thundercat..he still has it in his garage..he now owns an SV1000S
I can ask him if he wants rid of it...if the price is right (£700 new)
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Rob-B · Trackday Trickster Joined: 21 May 2006 Karma :

Bike looks great! Thumbs Up

jay_666 · World Chat Champion Joined: 01 Jan 2006 Karma :

Nice example of a Thundercat, probably what i will end up getting.

If you dont mind me asking, what did you pay for it? Laughing

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steveh · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2004 Karma :

heres mine
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tony532 · World Chat Champion Joined: 29 May 2004 Karma :

nice colour scheme.

mine needs an oil change,new tyres front and rear which i will do next week when i get paid from my part time job

1500 miles a month commuting Sad

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Rookie · World Chat Champion Joined: 09 Feb 2005 Karma :

New Pilot Power tomorrow morning for me. Mr. Green

I'll let y'all know how it handles on the 'Cat.

firstone · Derestricted Danger Joined: 19 Jul 2006 Karma :

I only passed my test this tuesday, and I'm loving mine, very underated as far as every review i read. thats why a got one..
Mine needs a double bubble though.. bit windy at 150mph lol .
(Only Joking) , I'v only tickled it a little bit at the mo, I'm breaking myself in slowly , need to clock up some miles on her to grips with her .. but like i say " I LOVE IT ! "

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

Sorry for the delay in replying guys i've been away to tenerife and have only just got back.

In response to your questions and replies - first of all, thanks for the replies, I was suprised I got as much response.

Steveh - That art can looks mean!! How much? lol

Jay - The bike set me back £2650 and I am very happy as it is clean, very clean!

Firstone - Glad your enjoying yours, keep us updated.

For all, I will be out this weekend and will take some proper pictures with a bit scenary and some closeups etc.

Take Care all.

Andy
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Currently Ride a Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat In Blue
Mods to follow : Double Bubble, Road/Race Can, Seat Cowl and more!!! Very Happy

paulyzf600 · Scooby Slapper Joined: 24 Oct 2004 Karma :

Cats are great bikes, and yes very underated. The engine has more mid range punch than most 600's have even by todays standards and can still punch at top end. handling is great and you can't ask for much more on a normal road comfy and sporty enough for those twisties.
I can quite easily keep up and stay ahead of my mates on R6's and 636's so don't just look at the cat as a beginners bike cos it ain't they are just fairly forgiving.
Here is mine with a quicks racing Can on, sounds great and only cost £105 brand new.
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brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

dumpsta · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 24 Jul 2006 Karma :

does anyone find the cats a bit heavy and large?
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steveh · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Aug 2004 Karma :

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

T1Cybernetic · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 08 Jul 2006 Karma :

Sweet bike that Thumbs Up

With 7.5K on the clock how much did that set you back if you dont mind me askin?
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brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :

tony532 · World Chat Champion Joined: 29 May 2004 Karma :

a quick tip from my mechanic.

use an airline to blast around the ht leads before removing the plugs as a lot of tiny stones collect round there due to the engine design.

i made the mistake of thinking you can get to the plugs by removing the tank and then the airbox.

oh no you have to get at the plugs from the side of the bike.
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aprilia rs125 - suzuki gsxr400rrsp 1990 - yamaha yzf600r thundercat - honda hornet 6

brownyuk · Derestricted Danger Joined: 18 Jul 2004 Karma :