Motorcycle pics [Archive]

AKYellow

12-06-2006, 01:33 AM

This was mine before I sold it to be able to pay for the P5. Its a 2001 Kawaski ZR-7S. I am still pissed about selling it........I plan on getting a new bike this summer. It was a good comuter bike, not so much sport, but comfy enough for the longer rides.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/AKYellow/bike.JPG

Tengo

12-06-2006, 01:37 AM

not as badass and sporty like Got Titans bike but still cool, what kinda bike you looking 4 next akyelllow?

AKYellow

12-06-2006, 01:52 AM

I was lookin at maybe a supermotard......like the Suzuki DRZ400SM

Tengo

12-06-2006, 01:53 AM

thats a dirtbike isnt it?

freekwonder

12-06-2006, 11:52 AM

nice bikes. I would love to get one. But won't happen for a few years.

AKYellow

12-06-2006, 02:05 PM

thats a dirtbike isnt it?
Its a dirt bike that is street legal.....not an enduro but close. alot more zip in them than the enduro type.

Pros: you can change out to dirt tires. They are lighter than a regular street bike. they cost less in insurance than a street bike.

Cons: they dont look as nice. they dont go as fast.

I am not lookin for speed on a bike......I got mine^^ up to around 130mph and that was scary enough not to do that again. Just the tought of goin down goin that speed is too scary.

RacerXGirl

12-06-2006, 02:13 PM

I miss having a bike. I'd like to get either an enduro (the BMW one is pretty sweet) or a nice Buehl or Triumph. One of my friends at work, she and her hubby race their GSX-Rs down in Florida and Alabama - she keeps sending me motorcycle trader links to used GSX-Rs. :p

Keep the bike pics coming! :)

Tengo

12-06-2006, 02:16 PM

i was just looking at used gsx-r's in craigslist.

mountjonas

12-06-2006, 02:18 PM

I was lookin at maybe a supermotard......like the Suzuki DRZ400SM

my brother-in-law has that bike. it looks like fun.

LEXi73

12-06-2006, 02:21 PM

subin 4 lata.... got 2 bikes.... Yamaha 600r(wish it was a r6 but this was a year before r6 was introduced - first street bike) and Honda cr 125. Looking to upgrade the street bike sometime soon to a new or slightly used r6 or something of the sort...

AKYellow

12-06-2006, 02:33 PM

I was also lookin to get one of these........alittle out of my price range as well as insurance is pretty high. But it looks fun as hell.

http://www.motorbikestoday.com/reviews/Images/kaw_z1000_1lge.jpg

army26m

12-06-2006, 03:19 PM

I've owned several.
96 cbr 600 f3 stolen
96 GSXR 750 sold
97 CBR 1100XX sold
00 Ninja ZX-9R totalled
00 YZF-R1 stolen
01 YZF -R1 totalled
02 Hayabusa sold
02 GSXR 750 current

Tengo

12-06-2006, 03:25 PM

god gixxers are sexy!

army26m

12-06-2006, 03:28 PM

additional pics

Tengo

12-06-2006, 03:51 PM

i take it you like bikes,lol

Tengo

12-06-2006, 03:53 PM

is there alot of maintenence for these bikes?

chiefmg

12-06-2006, 04:09 PM

I've got four bikes currently, I'll see if I can scan the pics I have (none recent, all on film). For the record, they are:

1984 Honda VF750F Interceptor
1985 Honda VF500F Interceptor (former racebike)
1985 Yamaha RZ500
1987 Honda 1000 Hurricane

Yeah, I like Hondas (just like I like Mazdas for cars).

RacerXGirl

12-06-2006, 04:12 PM

*resisting the motorcycle urge...must get mortgage first....must get mortgage first...*

army26m

12-06-2006, 04:49 PM

is there alot of maintenence for these bikes?
these are what i do, theyre not have to's as with anything, others will disagree

Tires last on average 3000-5000 miles.
Average $100 for front $170 for rear (what I buy, Pirelli Diablo Corsa)
Changing the oil every 3000
Adjust tension in chain as needed (full on and off throttle needs more attention)
Lubricate chain say every 500 miles (I use chain wax)
Gas mileage ranges from 30 to 50+
Some need valves adjusted more then others
Some carbs need synced more then others
Maintenance depends on how much you change intake/exhaust, programming, ect.
Bikes air/fuel needs adjusted more then cars when changing exhaust and intakes
Depends on how rough you are with them as well. If you like doing wheelies and slamming the front down, you’ll go threw fork seals.
You’ll want to keep a good track record for the maintenance performed
Keep things oiled and lubed as needed
Doing over XXX mph on the bike and in the car are 2 different things.
Bad tire maintenance means a bad day in the car or real bad day on the bike
Just things off the top of my head

Fudgie

12-06-2006, 10:20 PM

05' R6 and its back tire after kickin' its ass on a Sunday morning (glare)

My list over the years:

85' FJ1100 w/ NOS
82 CB1100s
94 CBR F2
86" GSXR1100
2002 GSXR 750
2003 Honda CBR 600RR
2003 Kawasaki ZRX1200

Skywlkr

12-07-2006, 05:56 PM

My other toy :)

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j106/skywalker4421/th_GSX-R600001-small.jpg (http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j106/skywalker4421/GSX-R600001-small.jpg)

2002 GSX-R600.

This makes me want summer!!!

myork

12-17-2006, 05:41 PM

http://ourworld.cs.com/gandalf07626/Bike/sprintrs020.jpg
http://ourworld.cs.com/gandalf07626/Bike/sprintrs025.jpg

Lanevo

12-18-2006, 06:49 PM

99 zx7r lots of mods.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v467/badnewsmini/bike/12-09-06_1553.jpg

and the dual sport
01 Suzuki DR650 (completely stock only 3k miles on her)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v467/badnewsmini/Andys%20bike/02-23-06_1025.jpg

-pixy-

01-03-2007, 02:20 PM

*resisting the motorcycle urge...must get mortgage first....must get mortgage first...*
you know you want it. do it. sell MSP, buy miata & motorcycle :p

RacerXGirl

01-03-2007, 02:31 PM

you know you want it. do it. sell MSP, buy miata & motorcycle :p

ARGH! Are you in cahoots with Luke??? That's what he said yesterday!

My friend Kimmi here at work is a bike pusher. She sends me this gihugic and tempting pic:

http://www.msprotege.com/members/RacerXGirl/Bike.JPG

and this note:

Hey, I found a bike for you……. My friend Marty is selling it. It’s beautiful and it’s all hooked up. Nice. Current asking price is $7800 he’s flexible. 8000 miles and the bike needs nothing.

*banging head on desk repeating silently to self "no bike right now, because buying a house is more important:*

AKYellow

01-03-2007, 02:35 PM

Thats a nice bike!!

RacerXGirl

01-03-2007, 02:37 PM

Thats a nice bike!!

I know. This is like torture though. House buying/mortgage outweight motorcycle. Unless, like Pixy suggested, I sell the Speed and get an NB Miata and then the bike...

*no, must resist....*

-pixy-

01-03-2007, 02:40 PM

you want it! do it!

AKYellow

01-03-2007, 02:43 PM

how much fun would it be to have a conv. plus a bike.......man I would do it!!

-pixy-

01-03-2007, 02:46 PM

that would be a sweet combo. do it.

AKYellow

01-03-2007, 02:50 PM

ya know there is nothing more sexy than a woman riding a motorcycle and races cars.................

RacerXGirl

01-03-2007, 04:03 PM

y'all aren't helping matters... :p

Drake13

01-03-2007, 04:40 PM

Here is a picture of mine.. the pic is kinda small but and i'll take a better one once it gets warmer.. its an 06 Kawasaki ZZR 600... oh and its FOR SELL!

http://a801.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/4/l_9116c3318442e04697c065cadb5e0be0.jpg

Drake13

01-03-2007, 04:42 PM

Oh ya by the way.. i just went to my friends funeral yesterday.. here is the thread I posted about him in rememberce..

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123656446

urbanbiker

01-03-2007, 10:58 PM

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/2/web/2366000-2366999/2366306_5_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/2/web/2366000-2366999/2366306_7_full.jpg

2003 R6

23,000km
BMC Race Filter
Graves Throttle Stops
Graves Velocity Stacks
Yoshi Exhuast
Ohlins Steering Damper - pimp piece of equipment
Clear Alternatives Taillights w/ Custom undertail

Going to do a 520 conversion in the next few weeks and add a Power Commander. Then she will go in for a custom map.

Matt

chiefmg

01-04-2007, 12:08 AM

Here's two of mine. 1984 VF750F Honda Interceptor, 1985 VF500F Honda Interceptor (as raced).

Antoine

01-04-2007, 03:16 AM

I've never owned or driven a motorcycle but I've always been interested in them...Especially from a performance stand point...What sort of bikes are the "top dawgs" these days...The only ones I'm familiar with are the Hayabusa, GSXR and Ninja...I'd like to know the strong points of each of these bikes (Hayabusa, GSXR and Ninja etc)..

If anyone would like to post a brief description...I'd appreciate it...Thanks!

PS...Keep posting those (pics)guys...

Fudgie

01-04-2007, 08:24 AM

Big boy top dawgs:
Kawasaki ZX-14
GSXR1300 (Hayabusa)

Liter bike bad boys:
ZX-10
GSXR 1000
CBR 1000rr
Yamaha R1

In the middle long time bad-ass track weapon/stunt bike
GSXR 750

Middlewieghts:
Yamaha R6
Kawasaki ZX6
Honda CBR 600rr
GSXR 600rr
Triumph 675

All the above will get you to speed very quickly. Some quicker (alot quicker) than others. I reccomend a used beater bike no more than 600cc (EX500, Suzuki makes a 500 as well) for your first bike. Mistakes happen and plastic is very expensive. Somebody fill in the gaps if I left any top machines out.

chiefmg

01-04-2007, 01:07 PM

Your list is pretty complete as far as the popular models go. You could also delve into the European bikes (Ducati, Aprilia, MV Augusta) but they are expensive and not as popular.

As for beginner bikes I agree, you can add the Suzuki SV650 and new Kawi 650 twin (don't remember the exact designation off-hand). There are also some good older models (like my 500 Interceptor) that won't intimidate a newb but will still have enough fun factor once they are experienced. Of course you can always modify (I have a CBR600F2 complete front and rear wheel on mine now) to improve upon things.

Antoine

01-05-2007, 02:26 AM

xelderx

01-05-2007, 02:46 AM

Tengo

01-05-2007, 02:47 AM

My old KTM Duke...recently sold(sad2)

http://www.msprotege.com/members/xelderx/Duke.JPG

Hopefully my next bike...when it finally makes it to the USA later this year...

nice burns' dude lol(first)

xelderx

01-05-2007, 02:51 AM

nice burns' dude lol(first)

Thanks man...it's a full beard right now. That picture was taken a few months ago.

low_psi

01-05-2007, 03:07 AM

I'd like to buy an old Honda CB350 this summer, but that would mean no more modding and tracking for awhile... and I don't see that happening.

http://z.about.com/d/motorcycles/1/0/E/N/1/f1477.jpg

Cheese302

01-05-2007, 09:48 AM

My next bike:

http://img.alibaba.com/photo/11098204/Yamaha_Road_Star_Midnight_Warrior.jpg

Skywlkr

01-05-2007, 10:15 AM

Cool...Thanks for the info guys (2thumbs)

I'l take your advice about the newb bikes if I ever get one...I've got a couple more questions...

What are the main differences in performance and feel between the Kawasaki ZX-14 & Hayabusa?

Also...I've got the same question but for Euro Vs Japanese...Do people go euro mostly for the exclusivity/image factor?

I love the look of the Hayabusa and some of the Ducatis :D

Someone may correct me if I am wrong, but as they are considered 'sport bikes' there are some differences.

The ZX-14 and Hayabusa are the largest, but they are in a different class then the 1,000's, 750's and 600's (Yamaha, GSXR and Kawasaki). They are going to be longer and handle differently (not as well).

The best handling bikes are going to be the R's, GSXr's and the Kawasaki. Also keep in mind that most people will never get the full benifit out of anyone of those bike on the street, especially the hayabusa, 1000's and even the 750 to an extent.

Euro bikes are a whole different thing. They will cost you more. Usually deisgned a little different (ducati for instance uses a hydralic clutch instead of a cable clutch), but they do have a distinct look.

I also agree that the best way to go is a used 600cc or smaller. Plastic is expensive (trust me I just rebuilt my GSXR) and you will drop it at some point, even if its just in the driveway.

Like everthing else it all comes down to personal preference. I like the gsxr becuase it is a little larger than the Yamaha's but my best friends hates them and loves the R's. Definitly go used and get used to riding then look for the bike you want.

just my 2 cents.....

Cheese302

01-05-2007, 10:49 AM

Someone may correct me if I am wrong, but as they are considered 'sport bikes' there are some differences.

The ZX-14 and Hayabusa are the largest, but they are in a different class then the 1,000's, 750's and 600's (Yamaha, GSXR and Kawasaki). They are going to be longer and handle differently (not as well).

The best handling bikes are going to be the R's, GSXr's and the Kawasaki. Also keep in mind that most people will never get the full benifit out of anyone of those bike on the street, especially the hayabusa, 1000's and even the 750 to an extent.

Euro bikes are a whole different thing. They will cost you more. Usually deisgned a little different (ducati for instance uses a hydralic clutch instead of a cable clutch), but they do have a distinct look.

I also agree that the best way to go is a used 600cc or smaller. Plastic is expensive (trust me I just rebuilt my GSXR) and you will drop it at some point, even if its just in the driveway.

Like everthing else it all comes down to personal preference. I like the gsxr becuase it is a little larger than the Yamaha's but my best friends hates them and loves the R's. Definitly go used and get used to riding then look for the bike you want.

just my 2 cents.....

excellent advise. i started out with my fathers old 85 yamaha maxin 700, now i am on the market for a warrior. get used to riding then spend some dough. i am more of acruiser guy myself though

Tengo

01-05-2007, 10:56 AM

i would love to have like a GSX-R or someother nice sportbike but im scared about all the dangers that come with riding motorcycles.

randyscycle

01-05-2007, 11:29 AM

two of many I've owned.....

67 BSA Spitfire, restored myself....

64 Triumph TR6 restored myself......

AKYellow

01-05-2007, 12:36 PM

My old KTM Duke...recently sold(sad2)

http://www.msprotege.com/members/xelderx/Duke.JPG

Hopefully my next bike...when it finally makes it to the USA later this year...

http://www.motorcycledaily.com/012506top.jpg
So how did you like the supermoto? I love the way they look! I have been looking at a 04 Kawasaki Z1000 myself latley. I just love the Street Fighter look. The Z1000 stock has approximately 125hp.......thats almost, if not as much as my p5!!

chiefmg

01-05-2007, 01:30 PM

I would term bikes like the ZX-14, Hayabusa, Honda CBR1100XX as GT (Gran Touring) bikes. They have probably 8/10s of the curvy road performance of the pure sportbikes, but are more comfortable due to seating position (especially for any passengers). Of course their straight line speed is good as well (can you say squashed eyeballs?).

Antoine, if you are in the land of Nippon I would recommend looking into the excellent 400 cc bikes they have there. A lot would depend upon your size, but they are small and light so unintimidating for a person starting out. You could also go with a 250. I have always wanted one of Honda's VF400Fs (like a mini-RC30).

For those who want to get into bikes but are unsure, I highly recommend taking a MSF Beginner Biker course. Usually held at a local college, they can provide a bike and helmet if you don't have one. I have taken their advanced course twice and it is great. In some states if you have a completion certificate you can get your license without taking the state test. They will give you the proper knowledge to get started in a low-key environment.

xelderx

01-05-2007, 03:43 PM

So how did you like the supermoto? I love the way they look! I have been looking at a 04 Kawasaki Z1000 myself latley. I just love the Street Fighter look. The Z1000 stock has approximately 125hp.......thats almost, if not as much as my p5!!

I actually owned 2 KTM Dukes. I had one and traded it on a Ducati 900sp. After about 2 years I was bored with the Ducati and found another Duke. I loved both of those things. I had Keihin flatslide carbs and full Big Gun exhaust on both of them and they were crazy fast. 0-100mph they were much faster than my Ducati and most of the 600cc sportbikes. The flatslide carbs made the throttle very touchy so it was harder to ride wheelies and such, but mountain carving doesn't give you much of a chance to do that anyway. It takes a few rides to get used to the high seating position, but once you learn how far over you can actually lean one on sticky tires the high seat makes a lot of sense. I lowsided the one in the picture into a ditch in the mountains at about 50mph and it never even stopped running...just jumped back on it and took off again.

2k3 PrO RiDa

01-05-2007, 03:50 PM

My dad's new bike...
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b33/2k3prorida/P1000143small.jpg

-pixy-

01-05-2007, 04:02 PM

For those who want to get into bikes but are unsure, I highly recommend taking a MSF Beginner Biker course. Usually held at a local college, they can provide a bike and helmet if you don't have one. I have taken their advanced course twice and it is great. In some states if you have a completion certificate you can get your license without taking the state test. They will give you the proper knowledge to get started in a low-key environment.

I would definately recomend a class like this. I took a class locally, it cost $300 for 18 hours of instruction and driving training. You use thier bike, they provide the helmet and they take you to the state driving test. It was pretty easy, that way I could get my license without buying/borrowing a bike.

Knox Joe

01-05-2007, 04:04 PM

Here's me at Deal's Gap (318 turns, 11 miles), unfortunately I wasn't wearing my sparking sliders.

xelderx

01-05-2007, 04:08 PM

You use thier bike, they provide the helmet and they take you to the state driving test. It was pretty easy, that way I could get my license without buying/borrowing a bike.

In NC you don't have to take the riding test if you've done the MSF course. Insurance companies usually cut discounts as well.

Cheese302

01-08-2007, 12:14 PM

My dad's new bike...
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b33/2k3prorida/P1000143small.jpg

is that an m109r?

if so sweet bike. but i am holding out for a warrior. just something about that one to me

cfpkiller

01-08-2007, 08:50 PM

my toy

Peter5

01-08-2007, 08:57 PM

my toy
i like the arnold shortzeneger poster haha
i dont know how to spell it lol

cfpkiller

01-08-2007, 09:19 PM

lol i luv that guy!!!!!!!!!!!!!my fav action hero!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
no one beats arnold

DeanSweet

01-09-2007, 07:25 AM

Here are mine. New paint on the Hayabusa due to dude turning right from the left turn lane at light on 5 lane road... lucky me I was rolling thru as he decided to cut in front of me. My RC and my kids on their dirt bikes.

Tengo

01-09-2007, 08:37 AM

Antoine

01-10-2007, 03:09 AM

Solid advice indeed...Thanks!

Guess when the time comes...I'll have to check out what style suites me best...but the Hayabusa keeps calling me out...:D

Someone may correct me if I am wrong, but as they are considered 'sport bikes' there are some differences.

The ZX-14 and Hayabusa are the largest, but they are in a different class then the 1,000's, 750's and 600's (Yamaha, GSXR and Kawasaki). They are going to be longer and handle differently (not as well).

The best handling bikes are going to be the R's, GSXr's and the Kawasaki. Also keep in mind that most people will never get the full benifit out of anyone of those bike on the street, especially the hayabusa, 1000's and even the 750 to an extent.

Euro bikes are a whole different thing. They will cost you more. Usually deisgned a little different (ducati for instance uses a hydralic clutch instead of a cable clutch), but they do have a distinct look.

I also agree that the best way to go is a used 600cc or smaller. Plastic is expensive (trust me I just rebuilt my GSXR) and you will drop it at some point, even if its just in the driveway.

Like everthing else it all comes down to personal preference. I like the gsxr becuase it is a little larger than the Yamaha's but my best friends hates them and loves the R's. Definitly go used and get used to riding then look for the bike you want.

just my 2 cents.....

MSpeed68

01-10-2007, 10:05 AM

Heres mine.

2004 Redcat Trail 70 Repo.

110cc with custon pipe and air breather
Carbon fiber turn signals
34/16 Rear/Front sprockets for top speed of 63mph
Street legal

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/wesbb23/DSCN0340.jpg

.paul

01-11-2007, 04:44 PM

Thanks to this thing, I stopped caring about my car :p

2003 Buell XB9S with XB9R tail section. It's 984cc's of pure fun and enjoyment.

This one is my favorite photo
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/P1010587.jpg

The brute and the red sled
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/P1010590-resize.jpg

I just like the way this looks
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/P1010588-resize.jpg

From this past weekend. As you can see, I took off the mickey mouse ears and added a bar-end mirror still need to mount the left side
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/deletetag.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/DSC00356.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/DSC00355.jpg

-pixy-

01-11-2007, 05:05 PM

wow. nice bikes guys :) you are making me jealous.

RacerXGirl

01-11-2007, 05:09 PM

Me too! :)

.paul

01-11-2007, 05:27 PM

I want racerXgirl's kosei's :(

-pixy-

01-11-2007, 05:32 PM

don't we all

ForceFed

01-11-2007, 05:41 PM

Heres mine...Too bad it's too cold to ride right now.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20GSXR%20Front.JPG

LEXi73

01-11-2007, 05:53 PM

i have to say i am not a real fan of Buell's but that one is damn fine!!!

.paul

01-11-2007, 06:10 PM

i have to say i am not a real fan of Buell's but that one is damn fine!!!
Thanks y0! :)

-pixy-

01-11-2007, 06:14 PM

Heres mine...Too bad it's too cold to ride right now.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20GSXR%20Front.JPG

that bike is damn sexy in white

RacerXGirl

01-11-2007, 06:57 PM

I want racerXgirl's kosei's :(

so buy them...only $600.00 plus 1/2 of ground shipping for the rims...$800.00 plus 1/2 of ground shipping for the Koseis and the Hoosiers :)

.paul

01-11-2007, 06:58 PM

that bike is damn sexy in white
There's just something about white on a motorcycle. Have you seen the new zx-14 in white? (shocked)

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=203&content=photos

RacerXGirl

01-11-2007, 06:58 PM

that bike is damn sexy in white

Yeah it is...very subtle. :D

AKYellow

01-11-2007, 09:33 PM

I know what it is about this bike but I drool everytime i look at it........
http://www.msprotege.com/members/AKYellow/Z1000.jpg

Haydee

01-11-2007, 09:41 PM

how much fun would it be to have a conv. plus a bike.......man I would do it!!

I second that motion. . .my best friend owns a '98 Kawi ZX6R and a '66 Mustang convertible.

While I do have the convertible (MX-5), always dreamed of owning a Kawi.

Always been a Team Green fan. . .ever since the GPZ series in the '80s.

Sigh. . .maybe one day. . .

In the meantime, please keep posting all those awesome bike pics! Gives me something to dream about. :)

Haydee

01-11-2007, 09:49 PM

I know what it is about this bike but I drool everytime i look at it........
http://www.msprotege.com/members/AKYellow/Z1000.jpg

Totally agree! That bike is sweet!

Scotty878

01-11-2007, 11:16 PM

Nice bikes fella's!!

I had dirtbikes when I was younger...Started with a TTR-125, then went to a YZ-85. From there, I went to a real bike in a YZ-125. After having that for a few years, I sold it in spring of '06 so I could pay off my new baby....2006 Yamaha YZF-R6!!

She's only got a few things done to her...I spent all the money I had on her, nothing left for many mods...

Mods so far include; Integrated tail light, fender eliminator, frame sliders, flushmount blinkers, and Pazzo shorty levers...Next on the list is a trailer so I can get to some track days. After that is Akrapovic exhaust...

Here's some pics...The first is of my YZ-125, others are of my R6. First R6 pic is before mods......

YAMAHA FOR LIFE!

Scotty878

01-11-2007, 11:20 PM

Some more...better ones....

AKYellow

01-11-2007, 11:37 PM

Mods so far include; Integrated tail light, fender eliminator, frame sliders, flushmount blinkers, and Pazzo shorty levers...Next on the list is a trailer so I can get to some track days. After that is Akrapovic exhaust...

Are you going to trailer it with your MP3??

BTW NICE bike!!

Scotty878

01-11-2007, 11:43 PM

lol, no, a family friend has a truck and said I could borrow it whenever....

Tengo

01-12-2007, 12:49 AM

Some more...better ones....
good lord thats drop dead sexy!!!!!!!!!

.paul

01-12-2007, 01:04 AM

I know what it is about this bike but I drool everytime i look at it...
The new z1000 is a very cool bike. The riding position looks kinda weird, but then again I'm used to sitting nearly on top of the front wheel so....blah hahaha

AKYellow

01-12-2007, 02:52 AM

Yeah I really like the looks of the Buell.....but the cost was too high and the hp was lacking....really like the hole exhaust underneath the bike. Also the fact that the oil and gas is located in the frame is pretty sweet.

I am trying to get a good deal on a 04 Zk right now: $5500. For the price, 120 or so hp is pretty nice.

TXMazdaSpeeder

01-12-2007, 03:04 AM

im fighting the urge to buy a new ninja zx-636r because i wouldnt make it to see 2008

AKYellow

01-12-2007, 04:13 AM

That bike is nice as well!! I almost got one of those this past summer. I opted for the Z though.....I like the standard look and semi-upright riding pos.

.paul

01-12-2007, 11:56 AM

Honestly, i don't know how people ride those bikes for long distances (the repli-racers). I got my bike because I plan to go long distances. I'm planning to ride to FL this spring/summer; for example, and there's no way I could/would do that on something like a 636, R6, or RR. Eeeeephhh dat y0!

About the Buell not having enough HP. 90 something HP at the crank is fine for me, that's like 75 at the wheel or something like that, plus I'm also making about 50 or 56 lb/ft of torque doesn't sound like much but on a 400lb bike its a lot ;). Anyway, I'm still faster than 80 or 90% of the cars on the road.

AKYellow

01-12-2007, 12:06 PM

I'm planning to ride to FL this spring/summer
Man good luck with that!! That would be an awesome trip though.....

Anyway, I'm still faster than 80 or 90% of the cars on the road.
yeah that is true. I always love that part!! But on the other hand it also scares me!!

LEXi73

01-12-2007, 12:19 PM

that R6 makes me want to sell my dirt bike and street bike and get it! damn sexy man i love it!! i keep forgetting to post up my pics. will do here shortly...

mx-p5

01-12-2007, 08:38 PM

Nice bikes fellas! I know I'm new around here, but, I figured I'll throw some pics of my baby out. It's a 91 CBR 600 F2.
This is what it looked like the night I bought it about 2 years ago
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/628000-628999/628206_16_full.jpg

And, here she sits now
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/628000-628999/628206_51_full.jpg

Tylor

cfpkiller

01-12-2007, 10:29 PM

wow 2000 times better!!!!! nice paint

mx-p5

01-12-2007, 10:34 PM

Thanks for the comment

BTW, got an itchy trigger finger on the mouse there?

Tylor

cfpkiller

01-12-2007, 10:35 PM

lol yup loaded way to slow

urbanbiker

01-13-2007, 03:00 AM

that honda F2 looks really nice, it was a good choice on the scheme. I am going to be painting my R6 as soon as its all payed off. I just dumped even more money into a few performance things for now. She is beautiful as she is so there is no need to paint her other than the fact I want it to be even more mine.

I would have left the Fusia though... sexy color (poke)

Matt

Cheese302

01-13-2007, 03:12 AM

i love buells, they ride so nicely.

the z1000 is so sext as well. been looking for one of those for a while. are they classified as sport bikes?

AKYellow

01-13-2007, 05:44 AM

i love buells, they ride so nicely.

the z1000 is so sext as well. been looking for one of those for a while. are they classified as sport bikes?
They are classified as a sport bike but not a Super Sport bike like the R6-R1-CBRs-Ninjas.

mx-p5

01-13-2007, 08:52 AM

That was no fusia. That crap was Barbie Doll Pink. And, it had to go!! Rims were powdercoated pink, striping all over it was pink. I was laughed at when I bought it, but, i took it straight into the garage and got to work. Noone is laughing now. Noone can beleive it is 16 years old! Everyone thinks it's at least a 2000. I just smile and tell them it's a 91 and watch thier jaw drop.

Oh, and, some of the mods on it.
I swapped out the stock headlight for an 8000K HID system, and pulled the rear turnsignals and brakelight for a full LED integrated system.

Tylor

flat_black

01-13-2007, 09:37 AM

My bikes, Suzuki SV650 and Buell S1 Lightning:

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/114/291949159_83015b7166_o.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/141/334570038_2e7cc9557b_o.jpg

mazpro

01-13-2007, 02:14 PM

nice bikes everyone! I am looking to start riding and will be taking the MSF pretty soon

One thing, I'll definitely be going with Kawasaki, there is something about them that get my attention, specifically the ZZR600. I was looking at the ZX-6R, but it might be too much to start with.

ZZR600:
http://www.kawasaki.com/ImagesMain/Products/Action/148_ZX600J7F_40064_R.scale.jpg
ZX-6R:
http://www.kawasaki.com/ImagesMain/Products/Action/a18071a7-9cea-4902-b6e7-e3c88cbc7cf8.scale.jpg

.paul

01-13-2007, 02:29 PM

The zzr was their old super sport, it's a rather old design. Personally, I'm kinda iffy on kawi's I haven't really heard anything good about them reliability wise.

I'm really considering a super moto as my next bike, just to goof around with. I really like the new BMW G650 XMoto, too :)
hell yeah!
http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/images/bikes/g650xmoto/bike_photo_gallery_photos/2.jpg

RacerXGirl

01-13-2007, 09:30 PM

.paul

01-13-2007, 10:41 PM

I like your taste in bikes :p

xelderx

01-13-2007, 10:41 PM

Supermotards are hands down the most fun bike I've ever ridden or owned. I worked for dealerships representing almost every major manufacturer including KTM and Ducati (Kawasaki being the one dealer I never worked for) so I've ridden just about every style bike from the last 10 years. Hands down the KTM Duke was the most fun bike I have ever ridden and mine was a 1997 model. The newer ones are even better. They aren't very comfortable for long rides, but they can put an immediate smile on your face with just the twist of the wrist or pull on the bars.

SilverBulletES

01-14-2007, 05:38 AM

Commie bike I did a lap of Northern Vietnam on...

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/chdurrett/417779466_l.jpg

BMW F650 -- sold to buy a Miata, with $800 left over

Loved it a bunch, but didn't shed a tear. Roadster 4ever!

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/chdurrett/IMG_0799.jpg

Once I get more time and money would love to do some more third world adventure touring on vacation... but maybe I've personally reached the point where the thrill of bikes in the everyday world is not worth it. The possibility of dying or paralysis, and the inconvenience but absolute necessity (unless you're just nuts) to wear full gear....

I'd rather have a fast Miata I can drive to work on a Monday morning and not have to wear all that gear. Which is in the works...

ForceFed

01-27-2007, 06:52 PM

that bike is damn sexy in whiteThanks!
I'll post a few more interesting shots I took of it.
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20GSXR%20Rear.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20Gix%20and%20Cruiser.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20Gix%20Front%20close.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20GSXR%20CF%20Fender.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20Gix%20Mirror.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/GSXR/White%20GSXR%20Front.JPG

Huascar82

01-27-2007, 08:03 PM

I know nothing about bikes but doesn't anyone like more of the cruiser/standard style (took that phrasing from Honda)? The sport/race bikes are cool, but not really my style. I'm not really a fan of speed unless its inside a car :)

flat_black

01-28-2007, 09:53 PM

I like naked bikes, and especially, I like older, classic styling on bikes. Think old Norton, Guzzi, Triumph's Bonneville, and so on. Not a big fan of cruisers, myself, mainly because of the way they ride, and how disconnected I feel when I do ride them. *shrugs*

I should snap a shot of my whole garage with all four bikes in it. It's pretty crazy looking! In all, we have:

1996 Buell S1 Lightning
2001 Suzuki Bandit S 600
2002 Honda VFR800 Interceptor
2003 Suzuki SV650

I want to ride one of Triumph's Thruxtons, though. =)

http://www.rideteamtriumph.com/images/04Thruxton_red.jpg

SwampAss

01-28-2007, 09:56 PM

I've had 27 bikes. I'll post a few of them when I have a bit more time. Subbin to this thread :)

.paul

01-29-2007, 11:52 AM

1996 Buell S1 Lightning
2001 Suzuki Bandit S 600
2002 Honda VFR800 Interceptor
2003 Suzuki SV650
No kidding, you like naked bikes??? I wouldn't have been able to tell with that bike list haha :p

Naked bikes, FTW. Fairings are too expensive and engines look cooler anyway.

Cheese302

01-29-2007, 12:24 PM

No kidding, you like naked bikes??? I wouldn't have been able to tell with that bike list haha :p

Naked bikes, FTW. Fairings are too expensive and engines look cooler anyway.

+1

i cant stand kawasakis, but i want a z1000 like no other. still looking to a road star warrior as my next bike though

Huascar82

01-29-2007, 12:28 PM

I want to ride one of Triumph's Thruxtons, though. =)

http://www.rideteamtriumph.com/images/04Thruxton_red.jpg

I like that, thats the type of bike I like.

SwampAss

01-29-2007, 12:37 PM

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/normal_73Vmaxrear.jpg

My 89 Vmax (with 2000 body work)

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/bandit.JPG

my 97 Bandit 1200 streetfighter

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/dsc00414.jpg

my 02 hayabusa
http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/normal_DSC00780.JPG
my 02 Aprilia Caponord
http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC00940.JPG
My 77 RD 400 Stroke turned into cafe racer

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC01095.JPG

My other 97 Bandit 1200 streetfighter
http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC01181.JPG
My CBR1100 XX before my trip to upstate NY

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC01392.JPG

My SV650 (track/backroad slayer)

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC01437.JPG

My Buell S1 Lightning

And my current bikes that I have right this moment:

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/DSC01210.JPG

1969 Amen Savior framed Bonnie chop.

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/dsc01245.jpg

My 2005 FJR1300 ABS

http://www.wisebuyers.co.uk/bikes/250/yamaha/yzf600r_thundercat.jpg

and an 01 YZF600R (not the actual bike...but it looks just like this)

these are just a few bikes. Like I said, I've had 27

Cheese302

01-29-2007, 01:14 PM

that GTI with TT wheels in the back looks pretty sweet too.

SwampAss

01-29-2007, 01:17 PM

good eye.
thankyee. That was pre-MS3 :)

http://www.in-the-basement.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10013/bbq2.jpg

Cheese302

01-29-2007, 01:32 PM

yeah man, my other passion.. thats a sweet gli too. the only mkiv i would buy

candyb6r

01-29-2007, 02:32 PM

Here are some pics of my 2003 hayabusa.

Enjoy.

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a24/R96wagon/2003%20Hayabusa/DSC01092.jpg
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a24/R96wagon/2003%20Hayabusa/DSC01091.jpg
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a24/R96wagon/2003%20Hayabusa/DSC01089.jpg

AKYellow

01-29-2007, 02:47 PM

Nice bike!!

.paul

01-29-2007, 02:50 PM

Swampass, that's a healthy list of bikes. How long have you been riding? Also, what exhaust is that on the S1, is it an older Drummer?

SwampAss

01-29-2007, 03:21 PM

Swampass, that's a healthy list of bikes. How long have you been riding? Also, what exhaust is that on the S1, is it an older Drummer?

I've been riding for almost 23 years. 14 years street. I started out riding motorcross (twin rear shocks and bench seats thank you!) Stock header pipes on the S1 with a V&H slip on. I eventually went with a KT Components full header. Talk about loud!

.paul

01-29-2007, 05:32 PM

I can imagine it was loud, my brothers xb9 is loud with the lattice muffler. I can't ride behind him when we got for rides, its too loud lol

AKYellow

02-01-2007, 03:10 PM

here is another pic of my old motorcycle before I sold it. This was one of the best rides I have ever taken. It was beautiful and picturesque!!
*note sorry for the bad res. this is a scanned photo.

nondual

02-02-2007, 06:46 AM

I know what it is about this bike but I drool everytime i look at it........
http://www.msprotege.com/members/AKYellow/Z1000.jpg
This is the one I'm looking at, along with the Aprilia Tuono and, oddly, the Ducati Hypermotard.

SwampAss

02-02-2007, 10:29 AM

This is the one I'm looking at, along with the Aprilia Tuono and, oddly, the Ducati Hypermotard.

First off, I am not anti-european as far as motorcycles go. I've had a few from Italy, Germany, Austria, and Great Britain. I'd think really hard about staying away from Aprilia and even Ducati unless you plan to only ride a few 1000 miles a year. Aprilias are very hard to get parts for. They are even harder to find dealers to service them if you have a warranty claim. If you have a local Aprilia dealer, check to make sure they are going to stay an Aprilia dealer. Aprilia's market share has been taking hits every year.

Ducatis to me are topshelf parts, soulful engines, beautiful in appearance but steaming piles. I have 4 friends that have purchased new ducatis in the last 2 years. (a 749, monster 620, 800 supersort, and a Multistrada) each bike has been back to the dealer several times. Electrical, mechanical...you name it. I've ridden riding buddies on the back of my bike to get them home more times than I care to. I hate Ducati because it makes me give dudes rides on my bike. (ghey)

.paul

02-02-2007, 12:17 PM

First off, I am not anti-european as far as motorcycles go. I've had a few from Italy, Germany, Austria, and Great Britain. I'd think really hard about staying away from Aprilia and even Ducati unless you plan to only ride a few 1000 miles a year. Aprilias are very hard to get parts for. They are even harder to find dealers to service them if you have a warranty claim. If you have a local Aprilia dealer, check to make sure they are going to stay an Aprilia dealer. Aprilia's market share has been taking hits every year.
Actually, Aprilia is getting much better about that since they've been taken over or partnered or whatever they are with piaggio. Their parts network is only getting better. I think their future is really really bright.

SwampAss

02-02-2007, 12:40 PM

I hope you're right. I like Aprilia. I was reading market share growth for 2005/2006 and projected for 2007 and they tanked for 05 and 06. 07's projected -18%. We lost both Aprilia dealers in my area.

Boosted03MSP

02-02-2007, 01:16 PM

GSXR and my fiance

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/MrNismo/780919007_l.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/MrNismo/780906604_m.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a96/MrNismo/780903923_l.jpg

MM3Canuck

02-02-2007, 03:46 PM

I can't compete with your bike Boosted, but my bike still is sexy!!
The 250 is a great beginner bike; I can't wait to upgarde to a Ninja ZX-6R though!

Note: Don't make fun of my "chicken strips", just getting the hang of leaning deep into corners.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m290/250kawa/Picture822.jpg

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m290/250kawa/Picture851-1.jpg

Javo

02-02-2007, 03:56 PM

Old pic, shot with a canon G6.
http://www.msprotege.com/members/Javo/bike.jpg

Kooldino

02-02-2007, 04:15 PM

Not the greatest pics, but it's not much to show. My bike is mostly stock.

There's a video of me racing my car on it on the SpeedCircuit myspace page (see sig).

mazdaspeed777

02-02-2007, 04:32 PM

Im not a bike owner either but hopefully someday. Have wanted one for years, and whats even better my wife wants me to get one! Hopefully it will be gixer 750:
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/GSXR750K7_GrayBlack_6d6d78.jpg
OR
Honda CBR 600rr:
http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/mazdaspeed777/CBR600RR_Pearl_White_Silver.jpg
Cant wait to get a pic of my wife in a hot outfit on the bike like boosted03MSP above(have any more pics?). That will be the day. Speed6, or 3 and one of these bikes. lol now im dreaming

ForceFed

02-04-2007, 12:00 AM

Heres some pics of a bike I just finished painting...ZZR600..not all the way together yet.but its getting there.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/IMG_0836.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/Slims%20ZZR%20006.1.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/IMG_0837.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/IMG_0838.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/Slims%20ZZR%20003.1.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/Slims%20ZZR%20005.1.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/Slims%20ZZR%20007.1.JPG

mazdaspeed777

02-04-2007, 01:42 AM

^^^sweet job, wish I had your painting skills^^^

Bebe3

02-17-2007, 05:47 PM

This is my baby (literally) that I sold this past year :( with my bestfriends F4i:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/withF4i.jpg

My baby in front of some big toys before I made a custom clamp for the exhaust:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/50newstuffnoclamp.jpg

The R6 with my car:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/Bebe3R6.jpg

w/ my bestfriend (stfu I know I'm short):
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/1516.jpg

My bestfriend's bike:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/100_4409.jpg

Both of these have been sold (Bestfriends F4i and old bday present project bike):
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y142/godspeedbebe3/1022fd8d.jpg

the415

02-18-2007, 03:26 AM

i want a busa (naughty)

.paul

02-18-2007, 10:09 AM

OMFG!!!
That 748 is HOT!!!!!! I want to make love to it.

mazdaspeed777

02-18-2007, 10:19 AM

That white Dacati is amazing. I saw one exactly like it at Les Schwab.

redrims

02-18-2007, 11:17 AM

If sex pimped a bike, it would be that white Ducati... That thing is gorgeous.

Wow...I've never seen someone feet swing on a R6...j/p :p Sweet bike!

Donas64

02-18-2007, 12:20 PM

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i239/Pauls_Images/P1010588-resize.jpg

Wicked

.paul

02-19-2007, 01:30 PM

Why thank you, Donas. I'll have to get a new picture with the bar-end mirrors. I got rid of those silly mickey mouse ears. It looks much more bad arse.

Bebe3

02-19-2007, 05:20 PM

Yeah, the Duc is definately a hottie.

We have it in the basement with the R6...I'm pretty sure the R6 tries to rape the Duc everynight... who wouldn't?

And let me tell ya...if that thing isn't a head turner in itself... you should see the "almost-accidents" when she (yes, she) is riding that thing.

Nothing sexier than a hot chick on a hot bike. haha..

And redrims, they only swing if I flat foot on the other, haha... Giva' girla break!

LEXi73

02-19-2007, 11:36 PM

Ok finally here is my entry...

Dirt bike Pics are at a track that my Buddie and i built. It looks so small in these pics. This was our first stab at making a track. its much bigger and more exciting now.

Anyway Me in the red on my cr 125.

LEXi73

02-19-2007, 11:37 PM

so bebe you go to bike night or any other get together???

you sell the yzf 600r in the last pic? And you said it was your project bike. what you do to it?? Its quite impressive that you ride and work on bikes too. most girls have no desire to do either..

Antoine

02-20-2007, 07:49 AM

I've always had a thing for mini bikes like the Honda Monkey (JDM name?)...Anyone have one or have experience owning one...Are they fun?

Bebe3

02-20-2007, 07:37 PM

I haven't been to a bike night in a while...

I wasn't a big fan of all the people drinking and riding...

If you ever see a little asian girl and little white girl walking around- thats me and my bestfriend. Sometimes I ride 2-up with her and watch people gawk haha

Anywho- Elise's boyfriend's, bestfriend's, dad (jesus) has a body shop.. so she got it repainted...then just regular crap that the other chick didn't do.. the brakes were so bad the calipers' pistions were stuck...throttle would stick...

LEXi73

02-20-2007, 07:44 PM

ya just go and walk around and hang out.

its cool that you did the work on the bike although it seems like nothing too hard just breaks and throttle.

xelderx

02-20-2007, 08:03 PM

My local dealer is getting the new KTM Super Duke. I'll have the Protege5 paid off soon and I've been thinking about the new KTM. It would be a perfect upgrade for my old Duke and Ducati 900sp.

http://www.cmgonline.com/bikes/models/KTM/990SuperDuke/2005/studio/BigP/KTM_990Superduke_rhs_bg.jpg

LEXi73

02-20-2007, 09:04 PM

not too shabby.... i love the KTM motocross bikes.. they look sick, just a little overpriced tho.

vindication

02-20-2007, 09:37 PM

Nice bikes guys. If I sell the Protege back in the states, I can buy a bike my friend here in Portugal is selling and then use the rest of the money to go halves on another car with my dad(used car that is, prob a 2000 Civic Type R, or a 2001 Integra type r). The bike my friend is selling is a 2002 Yamaha YZF 600R Thundercat with only 9k km on it, for €4000.

.paul

02-20-2007, 11:34 PM

yeeeaah, the 990 super duke is the ultimate B.A.M.F. mobile.

I love their commercials, why can't we have cool ones like this broadcast here. (glare)
990 Super Duke Commercial (band2) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI7BFplVvlM)

Bebe3

02-21-2007, 01:11 AM

Antoine

02-21-2007, 04:11 AM

No love for mini bikes in this thread :(

LEXi73

02-21-2007, 10:07 AM

never had one or rode one. might be fun but why not just get a full sized bike??

Bebe3

02-21-2007, 02:16 PM

My RS50 was a 'mini bike' just not in size :)

It's a 50cc...well was... I did the 80cc BBK on it and lotsa' other stuff.

Goddamnit I miss it.

Antoine

02-25-2007, 01:24 AM

never had one or rode one. might be fun but why not just get a full sized bike??

Valid question...Several reasons...mainly I just like them but it would be easier for me to obtain at this point than a full size bike...I need more time and money for a full sizer in addition to riders school and getting a license (all in Japanese)...One day!

MM3Canuck

03-13-2007, 02:12 PM

[QUOTE=ForceFed]Heres some pics of a bike I just finished painting...ZZR600..not all the way together yet.but its getting there.

http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/Slims%20ZZR/IMG_0836.JPGQUOTE]

I LOVE that colour.
When I was 15, I had a 50cc Hinda Camino in Red, and painted it in metalic blue, looks just like your colour there. And I just loved the colour.
But of course, on a ZZR600, it looks just sexy!

18sOnAiR

03-13-2007, 06:27 PM

Here is mine.

http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/1937/im0006322im.th.jpg (http://img151.imageshack.us/my.php?image=im0006322im.jpg)

Scotty878

03-13-2007, 10:39 PM

Oh no, she's NAKED!!!

SwampAss

03-13-2007, 10:50 PM

.paul

03-18-2007, 10:53 AM

Good news, my buell is for sale :p

ForceFed

03-18-2007, 11:47 AM

Good news, my buell is for sale :pThats only good if your replacement is already sitting next to it.(glare)

.paul

03-18-2007, 12:13 PM

Thats only good if your replacement is already sitting next to it.(glare)
lol, this true. The replacement; however, is still sitting at the dealership. haha

I'm replacing it with a SV650 standard model, quite possibly one of the most boring looking bikes but whatever. I've been wanting one for a long time.

LEXi73

03-18-2007, 12:18 PM

so i have been debating getting a new bike or looking for a newer used one. From those who bikes and know the values its almost just worth coughing up the extra few grand and getting one that is brand new. Im looking at getting a new r6. MY local dealer has a 06 for 8200 plus crate and setup and it has a $350 exhaust already on it. Total would be about 8700 without taxes. They also have some used r6's in stock. an 02 r6 with approximately 16k goes for $6200. Looking at how good they hold value its kind of stupid to spend 6200 for a used bike with 16k on the clock. Whats your opinion's everyone who had bought new or even used for that matter.

ForceFed

03-18-2007, 01:41 PM

LEXi73

03-18-2007, 03:45 PM

i have had a bike for about a season now and i did a lot of riding so i am comfortable riding. My only issue is that it is hard to find a used thats a decent price and decent low miles.

Familia323

03-18-2007, 04:44 PM

i have had a bike for about a season now and i did a lot of riding so i am comfortable riding. My only issue is that it is hard to find a used thats a decent price and decent low miles.You've only ridden for a season and you are looking at(almost) brand new R6's?! (boom06) I would say take whatever you have now to a track, and get in some real riding time, then look at an R6 after that. Unless you already have. Don't be like all the squids and just buy a great track bike to ride around town because you feel cool. (stoned) The R6 is a beautiful machine though. Safe riding!

LEXi73

03-18-2007, 07:31 PM

I have a 600r now and just looking to upgrade. i would like something that is a little lighter and more responsive. I have no passion to race or even take my road bike to the track. I have raced motocross for about 4 years and thats about all the fun for me. I do however enjoy a nice machine that performs well like most people here. I wouldn't be getting the r6 just to say i ride a r6. i am not sure what i am going to do yet. just getting some ideas because i would like to upgrade to something newer with less miles and a little more agile. I have road a road bike before but this one i have now was my 1st one. Good advice all. i don't really want to get new but in a way it just makes sense.

SwampAss

03-18-2007, 08:09 PM

honda 600R, Kawasaki 600R, or YZF600R?

LEXi73

03-18-2007, 10:10 PM

yzf

Bebe3

03-18-2007, 10:36 PM

I would tend to suggest waiting more than a season to buy a brand new bike.

Just because you have the experience of one season under your belt doesn't mean anything...

A season doesn't really define a large chunk of time when you live in WI...maybe a couple months.

You're gonna do what you wanna do-- I just don't suggest it.

LEXi73

03-19-2007, 09:06 AM

yaya thanks for the comments all...

SwampAss

03-19-2007, 09:18 AM

You've been to yzf600r.com?

LEXi73

03-19-2007, 10:58 AM

ya once or twice not much. why you ask?

SwampAss

03-19-2007, 10:59 AM

I started it back in 2000. :)

Gave it to the current admin. No relevance to the topic at hand really. I was just curious

LEXi73

03-19-2007, 11:02 AM

cool....

Bebe3

03-19-2007, 01:23 PM

yaya thanks for the comments all...

Hey now...I just don't want to see anything bad happen to you or a beautiful new bike.

A lot of time when people "upgrade" they think it's going to be smooth sailing...and forget that-like cars- every one handles differently.

I've seen people who have ridden for years, try out a buddies bike and loop it, low side it, or any other horrible thing that can happen when you borrow someone else's bike.

Just remember, if you do go R6... the throttle is more sensitive/responsive.

Just ride a new bike like it's your first time.

Don't wanna' hear about you on the evening news ;)

LEXi73

03-19-2007, 02:01 PM

redwagon02

03-19-2007, 03:01 PM

here's mine:

pazzo shorty levers are on now.

mazpro

03-19-2007, 10:20 PM

when did you get a bike Rick? NICE!

Bebe3

03-20-2007, 12:50 PM

nono i am extremely cautious when i ride and i have nothing to prove to anyone. i don't think i am going to get one at least this summer and perhaps wait till fall to see how prices are at the end of the season. I have rode a r6 before so i know what to expect. you all have just saved me some money that is better off invested anyway. It just burns a hole in my pockets.....

Ok. Well...just be careful on WHATEVER you get :)

I would definately keep an eye out for a nice slightly used one. The costs for a new one are crazy (We bought th 05 R6 new)

Nothing wrong we a lightly used one that has been taken care of.(thumb)

Bebe3

03-20-2007, 12:51 PM

here's mine:

pazzo shorty levers are on now.

Looks clean!!

redwagon02

03-20-2007, 02:09 PM

when did you get a bike Rick? NICE!
Last summer, I sold the S4 so I can buy this. jealous? lol

Looks clean!!
thank you.

mazpro

03-20-2007, 02:20 PM

Last summer, I sold the S4 so I can buy this. jealous? lol

Yes...very. I have been looking for a bike for a while but i really want that turbo for the car... tough decision.

redwagon02

03-20-2007, 02:27 PM

get a bike! bestest thing i did in a while! you can come up and we can ride up in the mountains!

.paul

03-27-2007, 09:51 AM

I'd like to solicite opinions from y'all.

I'm planning to purchase a new bike, soonish. Before I get to the bikes, I know they couldn't be further apart in terms of mission, but whatever.

I'm considering a 2006 FJR1300 or a 06-07 SV650 (i know). Anyway, the bike will primarily be used for commuting to and from work. I do plan on pretty much making it my primary mode of transportation. I also plan to start doing more touring/traveling. I also want the bike to be fun - obviously. Anyway, if anyone has their .02 to input, I'll appreciate it.

SwampAss

03-27-2007, 10:02 AM

I had an 05 FJR and an 00 SV650. Both are awesome, but for totally different reasons.

For traveling and touring, you won't beat the FJR. For slicing up twisty backroads and bang for the buck, you won't beat the SV. If you want something that kinda halves the distance between the two, look into the FZ1. Sounds like it might be the best of both worlds and a fair compromise between the two. I have ridden both the first and 2nd gen bikes. AWESOME rides.

.paul

03-27-2007, 10:21 AM

.paul

03-27-2007, 10:28 AM

Also, do you think the FZ1 would be reasonable for long distance trips? I'm thinking 12-14 hour trips or whatever.

SwampAss

03-27-2007, 10:50 AM

anything can be ridden on 12-14 hour trips for some people, just as some people would get sore on a Goldwing after a 2 hour ride.

It's more about conditioning and preperation for a trip than it is the bike. As long as you aren't riding a supermoto or something along those lines, you'll be fine regardless. I've done almost 800 miles in a day and wasn't all too bad. I've had some days where 300 miles totally kicked my ass.

.paul

03-27-2007, 11:41 AM

xelderx

03-27-2007, 01:33 PM

Find a used VFR and get a Corbin seat for it. It pretty much owned the '90s getting best overall motorcycle of the year for the whole decade. Hands down one of the best sporty touring bikes ever made.

SwampAss

03-27-2007, 01:41 PM

98-01 were the best IMO. I had a 94 and a 98. The 98 800 was awesome. Post 2002, meh. Vtec sucks

kriemer

03-27-2007, 02:22 PM

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u278/kriemer/DSC_0298.jpg

.paul

03-27-2007, 02:41 PM

About the VFR's, I really like them and I've heard lots of great things about them, but I've also heard that they are electrical nightmares. One of my best friends had nearly endless problems with his, so that pretty much scared me off.

SwampAss

03-27-2007, 03:00 PM

na. regulator rectifyers are a little weak in the older ones. I never had a problem with either of mine in 60,000 miles.

.paul

03-27-2007, 07:40 PM

Hurm, interesting. I saw a 2006 up at coleman in falls church for 8500. It's got 6k miles...it's pretty enticing

xelderx

03-27-2007, 10:45 PM

Hurm, interesting. I saw a 2006 up at coleman in falls church for 8500. It's got 6k miles...it's pretty enticing

Yea...and those V4 motors will run forever. I've seen the older VFRs well into the 70,000-80,000 mile range with no mechanical problems. Most of them don't get that high due to crashes and such. I used to work for a Honda dealer and I never saw a VFR come in for anything other than oil changes and tires.

SilverBulletES

03-28-2007, 01:18 AM

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u278/kriemer/DSC_0298.jpg

Test drove an R1200GS once. Holy crap that was fun.

I bought an F650, sold it for a couple hundred bucks less than I paid for it, bought a Miata, and came out 700 bucks ahead. Not one regret!

Bebe3

03-30-2007, 11:58 PM

Paul:

I was going to suggest a Fazer, too.

But, since it's your first, I'd say maybe go with the FZ600...

SwampAss

03-31-2007, 12:08 AM

Hurm, interesting. I saw a 2006 up at coleman in falls church for 8500. It's got 6k miles...it's pretty enticing

That's high retail unless it's ABS.

Even then it's up there. You can find them used with similar mileage from private sellers for 3 grand less.

.paul

04-01-2007, 11:13 AM

Well, I'm pretty much settled on the FJR. Maybe I'm crazy, but I really really really like that bike.

SwampAss

04-01-2007, 11:51 AM

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/93/285121409_09db40f658_o.jpg

I had an 05. 25k in a year and it was awesome!

.paul

04-01-2007, 11:34 PM

Damn dude, you're my bike god lol

Seems like you've owned everything, thats awesome! I hope I can get one this year. I'd like a 2006 model, but I'm not holding my breath. I've looked at cycle trader and there's not much near this area - for good reason I suppose.

SwampAss

04-02-2007, 06:46 AM

My current Sprint ST is my 28th motorcycle. :)

.paul

04-02-2007, 11:52 AM

So how long do you usually keep your bikes for? Why have you changed bikes so often? Too many flavors and not enough time?

SwampAss

04-02-2007, 01:14 PM

i average 25-30k a year. I usually keep them about that long, some longer, some not as long. I have a few at once.
I had a GSXR600 with a little over 50k on it and couldn't give it away. My buddy had an R1 with 80k on it. Same thing. Ran and looked perfect, no one would give him shit for it.

RacerXGirl

04-02-2007, 01:46 PM

*stomps foot* dangit, I want a bike! Y'all are torturing me with these pics...

Bebe3

04-03-2007, 12:19 AM

http://madison.craigslist.org/mcy/305077335.html

Already?

LEXi73

04-03-2007, 09:09 AM

ya already......
wow your quick.

LEXi73

04-03-2007, 09:14 AM

my landlord wont let me keep the bike in the underground parking with my car and i am not going to keep it an hour away in my hometown. i don't really have any where to keep it. looking at getting a new car possibly so this will mean a bigger down payment...

mazdaspeed777

04-03-2007, 09:19 PM

here's mine:

pazzo shorty levers are on now.

This is the exact bike that I want! color and everything! How do you like the new Gixers?? Any complaints??

SwampAss

04-03-2007, 10:28 PM

This is the exact bike that I want! color and everything! How do you like the new Gixers?? Any complaints??

yeah. Squids ride them! (fuoops)

jlewchuk

04-03-2007, 11:32 PM

here is my bike:

http://www.freewebs.com/l3wchuk/streetfighter2

http://www.freewebs.com/l3wchuk/streetfighter

SwampAss

04-03-2007, 11:50 PM

nice silverwing. I love those old paint mixers.

jmv

04-03-2007, 11:52 PM

i totally want a bike right now. I fell in love with the new R6s, especially the 07's in grey, but thats not a bike i would want to start out with.....

i'm looking now at getting maybe a 2000 honda CBR600F4.... they even made em in orange that year!! Thats the bike my roommate, who now has a ZX-10R started out on.

No matter what i get, i'm gonna have to pay off my car and stuff first, so it might be a while.

oh and has anyone seen the $65K ducati desmosedici RR?? Insane!!!!!

Bebe3

04-04-2007, 12:13 AM

Bebe3

04-04-2007, 12:16 AM

yeah. Squids ride them! (fuoops)

Ain't that the truth! I see more squidly behavior on gixxers than all other bikes combined.

Kids these days. Damn that rap music. (lol2)

Asuna

04-04-2007, 08:43 AM

This baby is freaking FAAAAAAST!!!!! I have beat TT supra's and lambos with it YO! lol.

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/1134/mx6goodpics2130aa4.jpg

http://img364.imageshack.us/img364/1527/mx6goodpics2128pq0.jpg

a lot of grls are usually like take me now when they see me on my whip.(drive2)

.paul

04-04-2007, 12:03 PM

here is my bike:

http://www.freewebs.com/l3wchuk/streetfighter2
ooooooold school! thats cool.

LEXi73

04-04-2007, 12:04 PM

Bummer :(

You don't have any buddies that'll let you use their garage?

ya not really. i have a friend but he lives over in sun prairie...kinda sucks but i will buy another bike in a few years hopefully. spread the word if you know anyone.

Bebe3

04-04-2007, 02:58 PM

U can use our garage. 10 dolla every hou'a

=p

I don't know anyone looking for a used... hit up a ton of Sportbike forums and list it. I think the asking price is a little high, too. FWIW

SLA

04-07-2007, 12:28 AM

http://i13.tinypic.com/4g3nh4j.jpg
Just got it today. Sorry for the phone pic, I haven't had a chance to get any good ones yet.

Antoine

04-07-2007, 03:36 AM

SLA...you might want to resize that pic...It's a bit large!

Woah...Funky engine and placement...is that a 2cylinder mounted "horizontally"..? What kind of engine/tranny is that?

http://www.freewebs.com/l3wchuk/streetfighter2

SwampAss

04-07-2007, 09:59 AM

it's a twin set up in a similar fashion to a moto guzzi. With the caveat that this one is water cooled. It's a 5 speed. It's a V twin. Just sideways

solospeed

04-08-2007, 12:39 PM

I'm try'n to see if I can find a pic

ForceFed

04-08-2007, 12:51 PM

Just to work on and sell to keep me busy and make a buck.Gonne rebuild and Sync the carbs and slap a New black paint job on it.
--'03 Suzuki Katana 600--
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/FS/Katana%20001.1.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/FS/Katana%20002.1.JPG
http://www.msprotege.com/members/ForceFed/FS/Katana%20003.1.JPG

Rogue

04-08-2007, 01:39 PM

So, i'm interested in getting a bike. For mhy first one, I want something slow so I don't kill myself. I'm thinking of a 250cc and used. I don't want to feel bad if I drop it.

But before I can get a bike, I have to pay off one of my credit cards...unless I can find one for $100 or less.

Bebe3

04-09-2007, 12:13 AM

http://i13.tinypic.com/4g3nh4j.jpg
Just got it today. Sorry for the phone pic, I haven't had a chance to get any good ones yet.

Oooo. Sexy :)

So, i'm interested in getting a bike. For mhy first one, I want something slow so I don't kill myself. I'm thinking of a 250cc and used. I don't want to feel bad if I drop it.

But before I can get a bike, I have to pay off one of my credit cards...unless I can find one for $100 or less.

I'm definately an advocate for starting on 250'sor 500's.... not only are the great learning bikes, but they have a good resale because many others are looking for starter bikes!

Orrrr if you find a beat up 600 (with just cosmetic damage) sometimes that works too. Just make sure the engine is good enough that you're not gonna die trying to ride the thing.

Good luck! Hope you get one soon!!

P5wance

04-10-2007, 06:25 PM

07 Harley Nightster with clip-ons

http://a377.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/4/l_85caaeaedcd1ebf1be17d71fb03b1290.jpg

06 Suzuki SV650

http://a468.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/21/l_7eadaea678d8a2df91ea69a26f1c33a3.jpg

01 Kawasaki Ninja250

http://a690.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/40/l_005b1f4c62c24f6fc0e92cd82713dab9.jpg

SLA

04-10-2007, 08:36 PM

[QUOTE=P5wance]07 Harley Nightster with clip-ons

http://a377.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/4/l_85caaeaedcd1ebf1be17d71fb03b1290.jpg

I'm not a Harley man, but if I were to get one that would be the one.(thumb)
Nice lil collection you got going.

.paul

04-11-2007, 11:38 AM

wow, that nightster looks REALLY uncomfortable with the forward foot pegs and clip ons. It sure does look cool tho :)

SwampAss

04-11-2007, 11:44 AM

them forward controls ain't forward! THe sporty has always been a standard bike to me anyway. The softie and other models are cruisers. Cept for the FLHR..that's a tourer

.paul

04-11-2007, 11:47 AM

True, but it still looks uncomfortable :p

Buell is still for sale. [/shameless plug]

P5wance

04-11-2007, 06:49 PM

Here is a vid of the nightster. About 4 1/2 minutes. Stock, no mufflers, slip-on mufflers, and a small clip of my roommate riding with the clip-ons. I have since adjusted them and the riding position is not so far forward

And the controls are mid-controls, not forwards. The riding postion really is not that bad. I can easily commute one hour, ready for more.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ineva3rF3MY

LEXi73

04-17-2007, 09:48 AM

if i were to get a harley that would be my choice also...the nightsters are fine!

Bebe3

04-18-2007, 12:29 AM

Sell your bike yet?

LEXi73

04-18-2007, 09:22 AM

I have not but i just got back from vacation....was gone for 10 days so haven't done anything but craigslist......i have a showing tonight and i might take it to bike night also. if nothing comes this week she will go on cycle trader.

Bebe3

04-19-2007, 01:01 AM

I suggest droppin the price a little, to what you bought it for...

It sits kinda high IMO..

But hell, it's always good to make some money off it

LEXi73

04-19-2007, 09:18 AM

ya i am not really concerned on getting full asking price...its just the time of the year to sell.

I figure if i ask that i will get about what i paid or a little under...and then i'm happy and the buyer feels like he is getting a better deal because i moved on the price a bit.

The bites are coming in decent so we will see how it goes...i'm not in a huge rush to get it gone because until then i can still ride it every now and then :)