gotta ask (Busa Good First Bike?)
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I found 35 was the point were your premiums droped. I stared small and cheap for when I droped the bike. What ever you deside good luck and know your safety is all in your wrist.
And good luck and
As for stunnahs that was uncalled for, his additude seems to be the exception rather then the rule for the people here at the org.
And good luck and
As for stunnahs that was uncalled for, his additude seems to be the exception rather then the rule for the people here at the org.
Hi, Just joined the forum after finding a post about Hayabusa luggage. Anyways, I don't have a hayabusa but it's one of those dreams. I have been riding about 3 years, been on a suziki sv650 since I started.
I live in london, so a hayabusa is too much bike for my city commute, but I'll get one eventually. I'm actually considering getting a Aprilla rs125 to practice cornering. My thoughts are that a low powered, light weight bike, would force me to learn to ride better, before I upgrade to a 'busa. I want a big bike, but I dont really want it to spit me off into a ditch or a car.
Anyways, i'll be saving up and will get one sometime. oh, and one last thing. the new hayabusa comes with the power switch. i thought it's a good idea, but a lot of people don't seem to. In my mine, u get a bike for all conditions, but I guess for purests, why get a monster bike and have it tamed. your thoughts?
I live in london, so a hayabusa is too much bike for my city commute, but I'll get one eventually. I'm actually considering getting a Aprilla rs125 to practice cornering. My thoughts are that a low powered, light weight bike, would force me to learn to ride better, before I upgrade to a 'busa. I want a big bike, but I dont really want it to spit me off into a ditch or a car.
Anyways, i'll be saving up and will get one sometime. oh, and one last thing. the new hayabusa comes with the power switch. i thought it's a good idea, but a lot of people don't seem to. In my mine, u get a bike for all conditions, but I guess for purests, why get a monster bike and have it tamed. your thoughts?
myfirstbusa
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I have NEVER ridden a motorcycle, never even been a passenger, and I'm looking at hayabusas for my first bike. I've literally read this entire thread, and while I think some of the points are valid about starting on a smaller bike, I also believe that starting on this beast for me will let me learn this bike, the bike I want to stay with. If I get used to this bike from the go, I don't have to worry about getting used to it again. If that makes sense. If I start on a cbr600 or similar, then jumping onto the busa, I might have a false sense of security coming from a smaller, less powerful bike. I'm 27, don't mess around much while driving, have a wife and 2 year old son, and I think I can manage a hayabusa with a little thought. I do have one question though... hopefully I don't get reamed for asking this here. Our local dealer's asking price on an 09 gsx1300r is $12,800. They said it's not set in stone and I can probably get a free helmet out of the deal. How low should I expect to be able to negotiate the price? I've only ever bought trucks, so no clue here about bike prices. Thanks all, and I promise I won't kill myself on the first ride. And I WILL post pics of the bike.
Well have read through almost all the replys i am a 52 years old born again biker. I got back on a 2002 Thunder Ace in 2005. Last week got myself and wife a 2003 Busa WOW!! love it to bits " Just be gentle with the throttle "
Treat it with respect!!! I live in the west country of England where we have some fantastic non straight roads.
Treat it with respect!!! I live in the west country of England where we have some fantastic non straight roads.
k03gsxr750
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Do some more searching for pricing on the site. Also a helmet is just the very, very bare minimum figure on getting a jacket, some over pants gloves and boots. They don't have to be the highest $ items of each to save you a ton of skin and $ in ER visits.
While I respect your opinion I humbly disagree with a busa as a starter bike. Its not that it can't be done, its just that their are quite a few finer points of motorcycling that can be mastered quicker on a lighter bike.
lease: be careful and
myfirstbusa
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Thanks for the input about the gloves, pants, jacket. I will definately buy them. I scrapped the idea of the 09 busa and actually just confirmed my purchase of an 05 with 8100 miles, a tuner chip, D&D exhaust, and great condition for $7000. The kid said he's going to a smaller bike. Glad I could run across this deal. Sound like a good one?
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no, you can pick up much newer for that price with less miles, that bike is pushing 5yrs old you can get newer with less miles easily check out cycle trader. Don't get me completly wrong you're not going to find 08's/09's falling from the heavens for 7k but there is newer out there and bottom line there are better deals out there. Just research a little more and you'll see. Unfortunatley there isn't a whole lot of value retained once its driven off the lot like most things. I picked up my 09' for low 11,000 and lots on here have gotten brand new for much cheaper than that.
anyway take care and good luck...and damn it all take the MSF a few times before you mount a busa as a first bike my god...
anyway take care and good luck...and damn it all take the MSF a few times before you mount a busa as a first bike my god...
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Shadowside
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FWIW I don't think this makes any sense at all. Learning to ride is not about getting used to a particular bike. You're not going to be a better Busa rider or rider in general because you started out on the Busa instead of a smaller, more newb friendly motorcycle. As a new rider you're going to make some mistakes no matter how much you respect the bike or how mindful you are. A powerful bike has the potential to amplify those mistakes and get you into more trouble. My advice to you is to take the MSF course, start small, and get a lot of miles under your belt before getting that busa.
I think you're just trying to convince yourself to get your dream bike using faulty uninformed logic. Sure many people start out on powerful bikes and do fine, but there are also many that don't turn out so well. And it's not necessarily because they are squids or lacked respect for their machine. Believe me, I know it's hard not to just go out and buy that dream bike. I'm a very level headed guy. I wanted to start out on a CBR1100XX Blackbird. Something about that bike I've loved since I first saw it. But I think I'm a better rider for having started out on an SV650 and progressively moving up over the years. I just got my (new to me) dream bike 2004 Busa 2 weeks ago. It's my 5th bike. Having experienced a few different bikes I can appreciate how great the Busa is even more. I haven't even explored its power yet but I can feel its potential and because of my riding experience I realize the need to mind my throttle hand at all times.
I wish you the best in whatever decision you make. At least take the MSF course before you buy anything. That will at least give you some insight into the basics of motorcycling and may sway your decision on the busa. You might want to also pick up "The Idiots guide to Motorcycling". Seriously, I read it. It is a good book covering the basics of riding and also gives general information on many bikes and why they would or would not be a good starter bike.
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Hey Folks welcome to the oRg glad to see so many new members posting and sharing info... Looks like we have a lot of new and experienced riders posting up. If you need help with anything just drop me a line or post up...
myfirstbusa
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On my way to pick up my 09 Hayabusa. There's a basic course and an advanced course I can take here in Ohio. I'll take them both. I'm going to start out VERY slow and stay slow for a while. My first ride is tomorrow. Starting in an abandoned Wal-Mart parking lot before do any street riding. Thanks for all the input, good and bad. I'm not sure how much the busa weighs, but it doesn't feel as "heavy" as people make it sound. My dad's 05 Harley Roadking weighs 810 and I've ridden it around his driveway with no problem. I know they're apples to oranges. Anyways, I'll get pics up ASAP. Thanks.
k03gsxr750
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Like I said before, gear, gear and more gear.
Well all i can say is...i bought a busa for my first bike...never road a street bike in my life but i wanted one so i bought one...i have read somewhere that the life expectancy for a hayabusa rider is 6 months and i am goin on a year so far so good...just ride responsibly and watch for a**hole drivers because they dont watch for u...b safe and i to am new to this site so welcome
myfirstbusa
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WOW!!!!!!!! Rode it for the first time today. WOW!!!!!!!! By far the most fun I've ever had in my life. I only put 23 miles on it, but damn is it quick. I rode it in a parking lot for about 30 minutes then hit the road. Rode it around town and it was great. The speed is just so damn amazing. 2nd gear was all I needed for in town riding. She sure did turn a lot of heads. I felt pretty comfortable on it. I can see why people say she's long. The turning radius is not the best, but the bike IS. I'm so impressed with my purchase I can't wipe the smile off my face. Now I just gotta go get that permit tomorrow. Haha. I'm waiting on the rear fender delete kit and my frame sliders to come in. Also thinking about a power commander and yoshimura full exhaust system. Should up the power a good bit, yeah?? Any input is greatly appreciated. Anyone had any luck with a particular pair of riding pants or boots? I'm lost when it comes to those 2 items. Thanks. I'm getting pics tomorrow.
Your starting with a big HP bike with NO experience. So when the "Oh ****!!" moment happens(and it will), you have NO experience, no response for that time. The Busa has little room for error. The newer literbikes almost have almost none.
Hate to say it, but your an idiot. I'll send a card when you land in the ER.
Hate to say it, but your an idiot. I'll send a card when you land in the ER.
not again...
Shadowside
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Why in the world are you thinking about a power commander and exhaust? In 23 miles you haven't even scratched the surface of what the bike is capable of. You know nothing about the bike or riding so you certainly don't need any more power. Get some good gear, get some riding lessons, and get your head on straight. If it's an 08-09 Busa put the thing in C-mode and keep it there while you get some miles under your belt. Definitely don't get over confident or you will pay for it one way or the other. You really did make poor choice for a first bike but I wish you the best of luck. Keep the shiny side up and the rubber down.
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myfirstbusa
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Please tell me how everyone wrecks. I know other people on the ride are probably a major factor, but other than going too hard into a turn, what can make you wreck other than a mechanical defect? I'm not asking to be a smartass, I'm asking just to know. I'm not getting the power commander and exhaust right away. Just said I was thinking about it. This bike just seems like it'd be fun to dump some money into.
Shadowside
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Mechanical defects are the least of your worries. There are countless ways that people wreck. Many have to do with unaware drivers. Others have to do with rider error. Or a combination of the two. Too much throttle (inadvertent wheelies or rear tire breaking loose), too much or too little brake, shifting errors, poor judgment, not understanding the basics of steering. The list goes on and on. Experience is your friend when it comes to riding my friend. And in my opinion it's best to get that basic experience on a bike that is more user friendly than a Busa. You didn't pick the absolute worst bike to start on but pretty damn close. The supersport liter bikes (GSXR1000, R1, ZX10R, CBR1000RR) are even worse because they are quicker steering, have touchier throttles, more sensitive brakes, and make similar horsepower to the busa. You definitely need to take it real easy and get some information. Like I mentioned before, get in the basic riders course asap and do a little reading as well. You'll be better for it. I'm not trying to give you a hard time. I just don't want you to end up as another tragic statistic. There are reasons why sportbike insurance rates are ludicrous.
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Big D
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Ok, I'll bite. I think going straight to a busa for the first street bike is a bad idea. Not to say that it can't be done (everyone is different), but on average it is not a good idea. I would recommend starting out on a 600cc class bike first (used or new, it's up to you) and ride it for a while until you really feel comfortable on it. Really put some miles on this bike and get a feel on how to defensively ride on the street (the 600 will be more forgiving for those "uh oh" moments you are sure to encounter). Then, with that experience under your belt be honest with yourself. Should you try a 1000cc bike next, or jump to the busa? It's up to you. If you really enjoy the twisties then I would probably recommend going 1000cc first, since they will be a bit more forgiving in those "uh oh" moments (get into a turn too hot, stopping distance, etc etc). Most of all keep it safe regardless of what you are riding; and live to ride another day.
Peace and Good luck,
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Peace and Good luck,
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