Blimey

GSXR1000 First Ride.

It's a bit quick. Fast with a capital Eff.

Feels just like the 750 to ride which is nice, clutch bites in the
same place and throttle response is similar, smoother though but
that'll be down to better FI.

I feel like I'm sat over the front wheel though, do other owners find
that? I had to push myself back in the saddle whereas on the 750 I
naturally sat back.

Suspension feels nice, I think it's on the standard settings, very
plush. Brakes are good, it's got new pads and braided hoses on though
so I don't know how they compare to completely standard brakes.

Oh and did I mention how bloody fast it is?

Pictures to follow tonight when I can upload them.

 

so you've got your new bike then ;o)

 

heh. Welcome to the dark side

Dunno - it feels pretty natural to me

 

Yup.

 

I think the back end is slightly higher than my 750 and it just needs
a bit of getting used to. I need to sort out the lever positions as
well and that might help.

 

These northerners, you have to tell them everything twice.

 

Nice. Like getting on your own bike, but with much more power...

That's the important bit...

It's second hand, innit? None of that tedious running in then...

 

I remember riding yours and it felt pretty natural to me too. Mind you,
I prefered riding it in the dry than the wet.

 

I think it's a 'getting used to it thing'. I've just been out again
it got my position a bit better. Compared with the 750 the saddle
slopes forward and is wider at the back which felt a bit unnatural at
first. I think after a few rides I won't notice it.

And I agree, it's much more fun in the dry.

Needs a double-bubble screen, mind. The windblast on the motorway is
uncomfortable and I can't read the speedo without dipping my head.

 

It is, it feels almost exactly the same as the 750 to ride, in fact
it's a bit easier around town because you just stick it in 2nd and
treat it like an auto.

Yeah, got 5k miles on it.

 

True enough - pretty much the first thing I did to mine.

 

Ah, the joy of decent engines.

Cool. Enjoy, and DFC, okay?

 

Any recommendations for a screen? You've got a black tinted one
haven't you? Is it high enough that you don't have to look through it
to see the clocks at all?

 

I have no plans to. I'm aiming for this to be the second bike I own
that I don't crash.

In fact the signs are good already...

.... every time I've insured a bike TPFT, I've crashed it. Every time
I've had one FC it's been alright.

Only downside is I've only ever insured one bike FC before and only
for a year :-|

 

Yes, and yes, but remember that you're a little taller than me, which
could make a difference.

 

Yeah, but not that much taller to make a big difference. I had a
Powerbronze one on the 750 which was ok but the edges were a bit
rough. Would like something a bit more 'finished' this time.

 

I can't believe how nice it is now compared to this morning! I feel
like a PFF for leaving the bike at home now although I needed the car
today to sort out *another* electrical problem!!!

Hope the weather holds for a few days I haven't ridden my bike for ages!

I really need to get one for my bike. Probably get that when I get the
panels sorted later this month (hopefully).

Glad you are enjoying the new bike BTW.

 

Aye, it'd just stopped raining when I collected the bike this morning
but the roads were soaked. With it having a new set of tyres on, I
took it very easy. Went for a potter at lunchtime now the roads were
dry and it was a lot more fun.

Electrical problem with the bike? What's up now?

If it's still good at the weekend, fancy a leisurely jaunt?

I had one on it till the last drop. It makes a big difference and is
worth the 50 odd quid.

Are you getting new panels or having those painted?

Cheers.

 

Nah with my pool car [1], there's another warning light on the dash
now and I wanted to get it checked out as it's the airbag one. Hence
I'm missing what would be the best biking day in weeks around
here.

I'm actually half tempted to ride the bike to Villa Park tonight as
parking a car there has been a nightmare all the other times I've been
recently.

I'd like to say yes, but something in the back of my mind is making me
think I should consult the calendar first. I'll let you know tomorrow
though. It would be good to get out/admire your new steed with green
eyes

I'm getting the local Bike Medic to come and have a look and see if he
can do all the bodywork tidying without buying new panels. Hopefully
he'll be able to weld the fairing bracket and everything for a fair
bit cheaper than it would cost to replace everything brand new or
using a breaker.

Mind you if I got round to selling the other bike it wouldn't be an
issue. Although I kind of have that money earmarked for a new bike
this year

[1] Alfa Romeo 156 [2]
[2] I've got 2 while waiting for the company insurance to stop wrangling
about writing off my (nicked) company car so I can order a new one.