If you had a choice, would you get a Gen1 or Gen2?
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I am sure if I rode a more advanced busa (genII) I would probably feel the need to upgrade...the thing is I really love the lines of the genI, I have had my 05 for going on 7 years...I would have a very hard time letting go of this bike. If anything I would own both if I felt I needed to get a genII...which I dont.
2Wheels2Live
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From the info in your sig and my memory haven't you pretty much turned your gen1 into a gen2 with the gen2 motor, forks, brakes etc? Since you pretty much have a gen2 except for looks I guess it would depend mostly upon the "new" bike factor...if you want a brand new machine or not
For me I probably won't upgrade most likely, I think the 2nd gens are awesome machines, but I have my first gen set up just the way I like it and am completely happy with it. The 2nd gen just isn't different enough to make me want to bite. I'd rather spend the money on other bikes/toys But a 3rd gen might be a different story though lol.
Tony Nitrous
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Gen2.
More ponys for go.
Better brakes to stop.
What either one looks like is someone else's problem.
More ponys for go.
Better brakes to stop.
What either one looks like is someone else's problem.
It all depends, I guess. For me, the G1 has all the performance I will ever need (and more), I like the styling better, and it runs on regular gas. The G1 can be had for less $$, so, I give the nod to G1.
Others feel differently, and that's OK. It's a little bit like saying: "Which would you rather have, chocolate, or vanilla?" You really can't go wrong, because it's a personal thing.
Others feel differently, and that's OK. It's a little bit like saying: "Which would you rather have, chocolate, or vanilla?" You really can't go wrong, because it's a personal thing.
lil charlie
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I was looking at an 07 and the o8....Im soooooo glad I went with the Gen II.
I couldn't dissagree more. When a Gen II dominates me on the track and when a Gen II tips the scale equally with my Gen I, I will reassess the subject, not until then. I love this argument.
megawatt
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How much $$ will this upgrade actually cost you in the end? How much $$ have u put into the gen 1 and how much more to pay the gen 2 and how much more to mod it the new bike the way u want? Then registeration and insurance fees go up on a newer model bike. Now if u just want a new bike then go get it and nevermind the cost. Only thing better than a bus is being happy on a buss even if the bank account takes a hit.
Had both. If you don't see that
Gen I 
Gen II 
What you often don't hear is that 95% of all rational complaints were corrected in the Gen II. Yes many mods can still be had, for appearance and performance and comfort, but the Gen II is just fine out the box.GEN II
Gen 2:moderator: 
KvHotDog4
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Up until this past weekend I would have said a Gen 1, but after following Skydivr on his Gen 2 noticing the power difference and how significant it was and even though the tail isn't my type of styling the brake light is alot bigger and brighter. The turn signals are also more noticeable. The tail WAS the only thing I had against the Gen2 and well now I like it. So yes I would probably trade my 07 with 54K miles to a brand new Gen2. However, thats only if they trade even 
. Good luck in what you choose and post pics!
. Good luck in what you choose and post pics!
ssg_petty_210
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I think the Gen 1 looks so much better then the Gen 2. However I would take the Gen 2 for the power and technology difference. Mainly the rear of the Gen 2 I find is ugly, so I would do the Gen 1 conversion for the rear. Also not having a note is great. I plan on getting a White Gen 2 here soon, and I will throw my Gen 1 tail on it. I plan on having both generations. One for show, one for drag.
Somebody tell me what you CAN'T upgrade on a Gen I to equal or surpass that component on a Gen II? Therefore it comes down to 1)aesthetics 2)weight. All other points about the differences boil down to the following....."how far is the owner willing to aftermarket/develop/improve the equipment?"
If someone wants to make the point that one doesn't have to do as much to the GenII to make it the way they like it.....then I'll listen, otherwise it's just folks unwilling to "see the development through to the excellence that is waiting to be tapped".
The Gen II is an amazing bike but I will never cave to the position that the Gen I is lower in pecking order to a Gen II. If this discussion only applies to stock vrs. stock then what I've said doesn't apply at all. Doyle
If someone wants to make the point that one doesn't have to do as much to the GenII to make it the way they like it.....then I'll listen, otherwise it's just folks unwilling to "see the development through to the excellence that is waiting to be tapped".
The Gen II is an amazing bike but I will never cave to the position that the Gen I is lower in pecking order to a Gen II. If this discussion only applies to stock vrs. stock then what I've said doesn't apply at all. Doyle
What you have said doesn't apply. I owned an 05, loved it! Stock vs stock my 08 handles better therefore makes me more confident when riding it. I can mod my bike enough to make it a spaceship if I wanted to but I don't think that was information the OP was looking for.
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