Gen 3 Latest report ..

Managed to get the Gen 3 out again at the weekend and for me its got everything i want.
Still riding 2 up and even like that its every bit as capable over some familiar roads as a 2015 GSXR1K i had and way easier to ride fast smoothly on imperfect roads.
Its always going to be a big bike on twisty roads but the way the power in 3rd or 4th is available everywhere just makes it a delight .
It flicks quickly enough for my needs and as a former RSV4 owner I don't feel it needs Ohlins...at least not for the roads i like.
Compared to the ZX14r's ive owned .. the Gen 3 is vastly more stable at the high end of the speedo and can be steered wherever you want with the lightest touch..
Brakes for me can be bettered but they are very progressive and predictable...especially now the rears is bedded in.
Foot levers ...as always are too high for me but general comfort is great...Gen 1, 2 and ZX14's all aggravated an old elbow injury after 2hours but so far no issues on the 3.
QS in mode 1 is great but in mode 2 its glitchy 2nd to 3rd under full throttle and there is a distinct delay of about 1 second before you get the gear and that comes in with a vicious kick so i'm ignoring mode 2 until i get her serviced.
MPG ...very happy...still keeping above 44 imp mpg which for 2 up work and a 50/50 mix or sporty and touring riding i feel is perfect.
OE tyres...wow...30 minutes after a 120miles fun ride they were still warm which for a daytime temp of 19c is great for any tyres i've used.

Those who want the 200+hp 1K bikes will buy them...same goes for the ZX14r and so on.
For me the only other bikes i've had as much fun on would be a mk1 Tuono for the twisties and my 2003 Gen 1 Busa... the array of bikes i've had cover all sorts except adventures and those 2 would always have a soft spot for me.
Tuono was just bonkers yet comfy and shouted at everyone with a race can fitted.
The Gen 1 once i gave it better brakes was just a pleasure to ride anywhere and this Gen 3 is offering the same level of buzz those 2 bikes gave me.

Now the other half says i can get a solo ride this weekend to dial myself and the bike in so i'll get a better understanding of the toys it offers...though tested the LF at level 5 and it triggered on a 3rd-4th gear full chat blast.

Had the bike almost 3 months and i've 1 regret................. Not riding as much as i'd like.
Only change i do plan is to sort the clutch & lever... bite point is nowhere near the bar and it doesn't give confidence at the lights.
 
BusaDawg1 said:
Mine is ready got the call today but since I'm wiring the money and having transporter pick it up will be at my house on the 30th...LONGEST WEEK EVER !!!
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You've been building this bike up so much in your mind, it had better be the best thing you've ever ridden...

I for one am very happy for you and know you will be like a small child on Christmas morning...probably wear pajamas to the dealership as you'll be too excited to get dressed....
 
It will be on my door step on the 30th or 31st but for now I got my lightning back to keep me busy...and I pre ordered 22 c8 today lol so the garage is gonna look sweet! Trading in the silverado towards c8 tomorrow I'm gonna miss that truck but for the money they are giving me I drove it for 2 years and made money...

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Brought me back to my 20s that's the only vehicle I've owned twice in the same color took me awhile to find a 04 mint stock 1 owner unmolested one but I'm very happy! Guy never even tinted the windows since it was in a garage it's whole life first thing Saturday that will change. Even the key fob is mint and has the dealer tag still on it he lost the other one smh and now I gotta get a gen 3 busa sticker for the rear window lol

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I have been checking the few dealerships in my area and by dumb luck stumbled on a black/gold yesterday . As I was waiting for the paperwork to be done someone who had travelled for over an hour came in and was told they were too late . Mind you it was almost 100 degrees and smoky from wild fires so I know it wasn't a fun trip . I'm glad I hopped on my 08 when I did . I've only had the bike for a little over 24 hours,but I love it . I know I'm coming from a bike I had for 13 years but I was blown away over smooth the gen3 is. The only drawback is the bike feels heavier on leans and turns,but I attribute that to the stock exhaust . My 08 had a full Yoshimura 4-1,so I just have to get used to the extra weight until I swap out the exhaust . Haven't had time to really put it through its paces but its still in the breakin period anyway .
 
smedly said:
I have been checking the few dealerships in my area and by dumb luck stumbled on a black/gold yesterday . As I was waiting for the paperwork to be done someone who had travelled for over an hour came in and was told they were too late . Mind you it was almost 100 degrees and smoky from wild fires so I know it wasn't a fun trip . I'm glad I hopped on my 08 when I did . I've only had the bike for a little over 24 hours,but I love it . I know I'm coming from a bike I had for 13 years but I was blown away over smooth the gen3 is. The only drawback is the bike feels heavier on leans and turns,but I attribute that to the stock exhaust . My 08 had a full Yoshimura 4-1,so I just have to get used to the extra weight until I swap out the exhaust . Haven't had time to really put it through its paces but its still in the breakin period anyway .
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Congratulation on your new Steed, as luck would have it I was at my local dealership yesterday getting my Speed Triple serviced when a Black/Gold Busa was being taken out of the box and was allowed to stand there while it was being put together before the owner showed up, I got the opportunity to look it over in detail and must say that the bikes fit and finish is very nice, however the rear cowling was not with the bike neither was the Jacket, also wished that Suzuki would have included steel braided brake lines, I've never owned a Busa aside from my 08 B-King some years back, I have owned several ZX-14's and I'm definitely looking forward to receiving the Gray/Red that I ordered and seeing how it compares to the Kawi.
 
LarryG said:
Congratulation on your new Steed, as luck would have it I was at my local dealership yesterday getting my Speed Triple serviced when a Black/Gold Busa was being taken out of the box and was allowed to stand there while it was being put together before the owner showed up, I got the opportunity to look it over in detail and must say that the bikes fit and finish is very nice, however the rear cowling was not with the bike neither was the Jacket, also wished that Suzuki would have included steel braided brake lines, I've never owned a Busa aside from my 08 B-King some years back, I have owned several ZX-14's and I'm definitely looking forward to receiving the Gray/Red that I ordered and seeing how it compares to the Kawi.
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I see this is your first post, welcome and we will all be interested in your review of the new bike.
 
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