How about this be the thread where people, who have had the Suzuki Hayabusa as their first bike ONLY, post in? THIS WAY, people who are interested (because, like we've mentioned, the only person who can stop you...is YOU) can get a first hand look at the experiences (AND mistakes) that those of us, whose first bike was the Busa, have gone through and dealt with. Perhaps this could be the best way you can learn from our experiences, and also prep for your own.
I suppose I'll start. I'm 19 years of age, currently living in Southern Florida. All my life, I've been surrounded by family & friends with nice exotic/top-end autos...so naturally, this "taste" rubbed off on me. I can't even begin to tell you about the kind of cars I've had the priviledge of sitting in, let alone drive.
...does this matter? NO! Not one bit!!!
Obviously, when you read about these types of machines, you get intrigued to some extent. But realistically speaking, most of us can't afford them, so we go for the next best thing. Sport Bike racing always intrigued me as a kid...but up til I turned 18, I had NO EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER. This was certainly a problem, since getting a bike was of the utmost priority at the time.
I was window-shopping...very half-ass, mind you...and low & behold, a 2002 Hayabusa was my discovery. It was a while before I realized how powerful this machine truely was. Though my family and friends were strictly against it, I heeded their advice to get schooling via motorcycling beginners courses. Be it from friends teaching me on their SVs, 600s...all the way to taking the MSF courses, I learned as MUCH as I possibly could before the thought of dishing out money from my savings to lay down for a motorcycle crossed my mind.
The time came when I felt I was ready to purchase the bike (mind you, this didn't mean I was ready "experience"-wise). I found a great deal for a silver/silver 03 Busa in Georgia, dealt with the salesman at the shop, and had it shipped to me the following weekend.
The bike was very professionally delivered, via a climate-controlled 18-wheeler, all the way from GA, just for me. I had a grin on my face that could knock paint off walls! The gentlemen rolled the bike out, I did my signing thing, and that was that. In my driveway, I had the most powerful stock street motorcycle in the world.
First thing I did, of course, was touch it...just move my hand over every curve, paying attention to every immaculate detail. Suzuki really outdid themselves...that was all I could think. The first time I started the bike up, was heaven...when compared to the other bikes I practiced on, this bike just started up amazing. I had the bike in gear as soon as I straightened the bike on my empty street (emphasis on EMPTY)..and I VERY lightly tugged the throttle (emphasis on VERY lightly)...away I went. My neighborhood street goes around in a fairly large circle for about a half mile, so thats all I did for the first hour...just cruised, to get a feel for the bike.
I kept practicing with the bike in certain straightaways that I believed would help me learn. The acceleration on the Hayabusa is beyond compare. One thing you know, you're at a dead stop...next thing you know, you're going 60 in a matter of mere seconds!!! This is why I put so much emphasis when it comes to that darn throttle...it could mean your life. The ride was very comfortable...though the speed on this bike is a by-product that would make a Navy SEAL cry and crap his pants. Funny thing is, you go so fast so quick, it almost seems relentless. As for letting people ride with me...its a STRICT NO-NO. This bike is too powerful, and it is very heavy. I REFUSE to let anybody ride with me, I just will not do it. Those of you may think otherwise, but thats where I stand on that matter.
Since I first got the bike, I can honestly say I've never had a single solitary problem. I never dropped it (though getting used to its immense weight takes a little getting used to), I never flew myself back by foolishly gunning down the throttle, I've never run into any cars, houses, people, etc.
Bottom line fellas, this bike demands respect...every machine does. The minute you don't respect it, it teaches you how, the hard way. All those classes, teachings, etc took place over a period of just one month. This made me comfortable enough to start this demon up in the first place. YOU NEED THAT EXPERIENCE. In my honest opinion, this was a wonderful bike for me to learn on, because I have a good, steady head on my shoulders. I'm not into all that racing bullshit, and I'm not into showing off. I'm not an idiot when it comes to speed...you just need to be smart. The thing is, that since this was my first real bike to learn on, I've been able to take on every other bike thereafter. Ever since, my affinity for bikes has gone up ten-fold, and I just can't get enough of this world.
Those of you who also got a Hayabusa as your first bike...help me out. Tell us about your experiences so others can learn. This is what these forums are all about, interacting.
For those of you who are reading this because you're interested in getting the Suzuki Hayabusa as your first bike, PLEASE do you homework. Go out there and get that experience that YOU NEED. Don't ever think you're too good for it. Practice makes perfect. Don't be stupid. Like I said, this bike demands a great amount of respect...and the moment you show otherwise, it will teach you how to respect it the hard way. Hope this helps. Be safe, God bless.
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I suppose I'll start. I'm 19 years of age, currently living in Southern Florida. All my life, I've been surrounded by family & friends with nice exotic/top-end autos...so naturally, this "taste" rubbed off on me. I can't even begin to tell you about the kind of cars I've had the priviledge of sitting in, let alone drive.
...does this matter? NO! Not one bit!!!
Obviously, when you read about these types of machines, you get intrigued to some extent. But realistically speaking, most of us can't afford them, so we go for the next best thing. Sport Bike racing always intrigued me as a kid...but up til I turned 18, I had NO EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER. This was certainly a problem, since getting a bike was of the utmost priority at the time.
I was window-shopping...very half-ass, mind you...and low & behold, a 2002 Hayabusa was my discovery. It was a while before I realized how powerful this machine truely was. Though my family and friends were strictly against it, I heeded their advice to get schooling via motorcycling beginners courses. Be it from friends teaching me on their SVs, 600s...all the way to taking the MSF courses, I learned as MUCH as I possibly could before the thought of dishing out money from my savings to lay down for a motorcycle crossed my mind.
The time came when I felt I was ready to purchase the bike (mind you, this didn't mean I was ready "experience"-wise). I found a great deal for a silver/silver 03 Busa in Georgia, dealt with the salesman at the shop, and had it shipped to me the following weekend.
The bike was very professionally delivered, via a climate-controlled 18-wheeler, all the way from GA, just for me. I had a grin on my face that could knock paint off walls! The gentlemen rolled the bike out, I did my signing thing, and that was that. In my driveway, I had the most powerful stock street motorcycle in the world.
First thing I did, of course, was touch it...just move my hand over every curve, paying attention to every immaculate detail. Suzuki really outdid themselves...that was all I could think. The first time I started the bike up, was heaven...when compared to the other bikes I practiced on, this bike just started up amazing. I had the bike in gear as soon as I straightened the bike on my empty street (emphasis on EMPTY)..and I VERY lightly tugged the throttle (emphasis on VERY lightly)...away I went. My neighborhood street goes around in a fairly large circle for about a half mile, so thats all I did for the first hour...just cruised, to get a feel for the bike.
I kept practicing with the bike in certain straightaways that I believed would help me learn. The acceleration on the Hayabusa is beyond compare. One thing you know, you're at a dead stop...next thing you know, you're going 60 in a matter of mere seconds!!! This is why I put so much emphasis when it comes to that darn throttle...it could mean your life. The ride was very comfortable...though the speed on this bike is a by-product that would make a Navy SEAL cry and crap his pants. Funny thing is, you go so fast so quick, it almost seems relentless. As for letting people ride with me...its a STRICT NO-NO. This bike is too powerful, and it is very heavy. I REFUSE to let anybody ride with me, I just will not do it. Those of you may think otherwise, but thats where I stand on that matter.
Since I first got the bike, I can honestly say I've never had a single solitary problem. I never dropped it (though getting used to its immense weight takes a little getting used to), I never flew myself back by foolishly gunning down the throttle, I've never run into any cars, houses, people, etc.
Bottom line fellas, this bike demands respect...every machine does. The minute you don't respect it, it teaches you how, the hard way. All those classes, teachings, etc took place over a period of just one month. This made me comfortable enough to start this demon up in the first place. YOU NEED THAT EXPERIENCE. In my honest opinion, this was a wonderful bike for me to learn on, because I have a good, steady head on my shoulders. I'm not into all that racing bullshit, and I'm not into showing off. I'm not an idiot when it comes to speed...you just need to be smart. The thing is, that since this was my first real bike to learn on, I've been able to take on every other bike thereafter. Ever since, my affinity for bikes has gone up ten-fold, and I just can't get enough of this world.
Those of you who also got a Hayabusa as your first bike...help me out. Tell us about your experiences so others can learn. This is what these forums are all about, interacting.
For those of you who are reading this because you're interested in getting the Suzuki Hayabusa as your first bike, PLEASE do you homework. Go out there and get that experience that YOU NEED. Don't ever think you're too good for it. Practice makes perfect. Don't be stupid. Like I said, this bike demands a great amount of respect...and the moment you show otherwise, it will teach you how to respect it the hard way. Hope this helps. Be safe, God bless.
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I love the almost immediate respect that you get from other riders, those that understand what I have between my legs (the busa of course 
