GSX R 600

[busa_seeker]

I currently am learning on a 1997 GSX-R 600 and have it slightly modified. ex. yoshi slip on exhaust and stabalizer bar. I am looking to mod the bike so i will have to use less clutch to bring it up off the ground. I am trying to sell this bike to get something bigger. I don't know if I am ready for the busa but know I want one in the future. Regardless I think I am going to start with a 520 conversion for the gearing on the 97. Any other tips and tricks anyone recommends?
thanks

 

[grabntwist]

Buy a Busa

 

[FLCN72]

If you are looking for a bike that is better for wheelies and stoppies and the like... Then you might want to get something other than a Busa. A used R1 or CBR954 or GSXR1000 will be a much better tool for wheelies and stoppies and other stunts than a Busa. And much cheaper to repair after falls. These bikes all weigh about 100 pounds less than the Busa. And the bikes, as well as parts for them, are generally cheaper.

 

[Got-Busa?]

busa_seeker,

You should be able to get it up just like it is. If you can't without popping the clutch you need more practice before going to a bigger bike!

The only thing a bigger bike is going to do is make it come up a lot higher and faster. This is not good espicially if you are learning.

The 520 conversion will help but you really don't need it. I would just save the money for a down payment when you are ready for a R1/GSXR1K!

Like the others have stated, the BUSA is not a good trick bike! Go with a lighter LITER bike.

I loved my R1 and could wheelie it for miles but it just wasn't fast enough. I don't care about stoppies or tricks anymore so I bought something I can mod. The Busa pulls good wheelies but isn't the easiest for the other stuff.

Good luck and don't hurt yourself!

Josh

 

[mctrull]

Try bouncing the front. Push down on the forks right before you power the wheelie and it should come up a little easier. Don't snatch it too hard, you will end up on your arse. I feel the busa is heavy for that kind of repetitive abuse.

 

[frisbee]

Good Luck