New Guy's Story

sixpack577 said:
Minnesota guy, what do want to do with a Busa?
Cruise, stretch it, drag race it, tour, ect?
Knowing what direction you think want to go would help us to tell you what's available, as the Busa aftermarket is huge.
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My main goal with the Busa is to be able to pull away from sugarbritches on the freeway. I deal with these teenage homos with their riced out '89 Honda Civics fitted with fart-pipes more often than I'd like. I'm also growing tired of soccer moms in their minivans who seem to think they are piloting the amazing space shuttle. So I need to be able to make my space safe while riding and have a little fun while doing it. Other than that, I like curves and I search out roads around here that have them. Hwy 65 north of Star Prairie, WI is a good road around here (no mountains and cool poop like that in Minnesota and Wisconsin, so I ride what I can find). I'd like to occasionally bring the bike up to Brainerd International Speedway for a weekend of both riding the track and maybe trying my luck at some drag racing - just for fun, nothing serious (have to start somewhere). I like it all, so I need a well rounded bike that isn't too heavily modified to one single discipline.

I'm not a touring guy, never have been. I can't get beyond how ugly bags are on a motorcycle. I can't do bags no matter what. I mean, I understand bags and why riders need them, but it's such a horrible thing to do to the appearance of a bike that I can't make myself use them, even quick release bags - so no, touring is out. A day trip is as far as I'd ride unless I'm picking the bike up from a different part of the country or traveling to a different region to have a specific specialist do some work on it.

That said, I do love the look of a slightly lengthened swing arm, but not stretched out too much - I know it effects tight, fast turning, but I'm not at a level (yet) where I'd be pushing the bike to the point it would make a difference. I'm more about having fun and testing my limits than I am about being competitive or testing the bike's limits.
 
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I may as well mention that I do have a pair of Indians (neither of them have bags). They are beasts and while they are very powerful, they are cruisers; they are not designed to be quick or fast - it's a whole different ballgame. I'm looking for a sport bike that I will be able to grow into and not want to sell in two years because it is no longer able to challenge me. I want to be able to do sport bike stuff that I cannot enjoy on a cruiser. I can only do so much through twisties before the floorboards of the Indians limit how far I can push it. The Indians offer a whole different experience to the motorcycle culture - I need a respectable sport bike to fill the void.
 
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6' 3" here 250 lbs. I fit just fine...i had problems with my wrists going numb but really that was more my bad back i think than anything...though i never noticed this on a gen 1
 
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MinnesotaGuy said:
My main goal with the Busa is to be able to pull away from sugarbritches on the freeway. I deal with these teenage homos with their riced out '89 Honda Civics fitted with fart-pipes more often than I'd like. I'm also growing tired of soccer moms in their minivans who seem to think they are piloting the amazing space shuttle. So I need to be able to make my space safe while riding and have a little fun while doing it. Other than that, I like curves and I search out roads around here that have them. Hwy 65 north of Star Prairie, WI is a good road around here (no mountains and cool poop like that in Minnesota and Wisconsin, so I ride what I can find). I'd like to occasionally bring the bike up to Brainerd International Speedway for a weekend of both riding the track and maybe trying my luck at some drag racing - just for fun, nothing serious (have to start somewhere). I like it all, so I need a well rounded bike that isn't too heavily modified to one single discipline.

I'm not a touring guy, never have been. I can't get beyond how ugly bags are on a motorcycle. I can't do bags no matter what. I mean, I understand bags and why riders need them, but it's such a horrible thing to do to the appearance of a bike that I can't make myself use them, even quick release bags - so no, touring is out. A day trip is as far as I'd ride unless I'm picking the bike up from a different part of the country or traveling to a different region to have a specific specialist do some work on it.

That said, I do love the look of a slightly lengthened swing arm, but not stretched out too much - I know it effects tight, fast turning, but I'm not at a level (yet) where I'd be pushing the bike to the point it would make a difference. I'm more about having fun and testing my limits than I am about being competitive or testing the bike's limits.
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Lol...it'll do ALL that bone stock.
If you've never ridden a late model 1000cc sportbike(they have about the same power to weight ratio as a Busa), then your in for a treat.
Once you find the right Busa for YOU, ride it for a while before you do anything to it, really.
Let your body adjust, and give yourself time to figure out the things that you want or need to change.
First things first, set the suspension sag!!! It's free, easily done, and makes all the difference in good or bad handling.
Make sure the chain is adjusted properly with YOU seated on it, if it's too tight, it'll throw off the rear suspension, as it can't travel properly.
And, if your front suspension is good and the rear is bad, or vice versa, the overall handling is still affected badly.
Keep up with your tire pressure too, 36 front, 36/38 rear cold is a good place to start.
The right tires make a big difference in handling also.
Adjust the levers side to side and up or down to where they feel best to you.
All these little things may sound simple, but they really do make a big difference.
An ecu flash will remove lower timing restrictions in 1st thru 4th, and remove the 186mph limiter(99/00 are unrestricted).
It wakens the bike up alot street riding.
These are just a few basics. Exhaust, dyno tunes, seats, pegs, bars, ect, ect, can all come later.
And I'm sure I missed some things.
 
Bro! That's what you get outta that guy. He's been more than helpful with answering my questions and given solid advice on the direction I need to go in multiple things. This is a very helpful forum of kind and knowledgeable folks.
 
Out here I just saw a 2015 gen ii left over from last year for $11500 brand new our of the box. I was actually thinking of getting it for myself, but funds are tight right now. Im 6'3" and 270, and I love my ride, take long rides all the time with our problems. I bought my 2006 with 6k miles on it for $6500. Private seller, but I have all of southern Cali to choose from. Good luck..
 
MinnesotaGuy said:
Wow. Just wow. Who puts that kind of time and effort into helping the FNG around here? I'm not only impressed, Sixpack, but I'm speechless that you'd put so much time into that response. Total respect, my friend.
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13013 said:
Bro! That's what you get outta that guy. He's been more than helpful with answering my questions and given solid advice on the direction I need to go in multiple things. This is a very helpful forum of kind and knowledgeable folks.
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Thanks guys, really, but it's no big deal.
I just happen to be hanging around here more than some of the other regulars at the moment.
They're all out riding, and I don't own a bike at the moment.
There are ALOT of great people here that have helped me, and countless others.
This forum is unique in the fact that there are so many good folks here. Most all of them very respectful, willing to go out of their way, and just talk bikes...whatever you ride. Also many that have moved on from the Busa, or bikes all together, keep coming back.
I've been riding and wrenching a long time, and received more than my share of help along the way.
It's nice to be able to answer a question or try and help someone out. In person, or on here.
If you really want to thank someone, thank the Captain.
It's his site, hard work, time and effort in to keeping this place what it is for all of us.:beerchug:
 
piratediverjefff said:
I think sixpack should move to SoCal...preferably right next door(better yet,we have 3 spare bedrooms...he can just move on in).:D
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Right on man, part of me would love to!
My aunt and uncle are in Escondido.
Been years since I've been out there, but I love the dry air, mountain roads, and even the desert.
I've been to 40 states, but Va will always be home.
Besides, I know the area, so I have the home advantage...just in case I should ever need to disapear quickly:whistle:
I would like to ride out and meet an old pirate and his hooligan crew though(once I buy another bike).
But, I seriously doubt I could make it across the country on a bike without getting arrested, let alone back.
If I ever get back that way, I'll hit you up.
Thanks man
 
Well you always have a place to disappear to bro should the need arise,or whenever you feel like gettin' out of Dodge.:super:Escondido's only about 50 miles south of me and get down that way every now and then.
 
I love blue. My 350Z is Daytona Blue and it's the finest shade of blue I've seen. I love the stories like that, Bluebusa. Brand new '15 bikes for $10,500.00 and I'm seeing used '13s with no mods priced at $12,500.00. I'm really glad I came to this site. The education I've received in only a few days has saved me money and frustration.
 
Thought I read that you should just save yourself some money and down time and go straight to a stage 2. :D
 
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