Newb Question: Is it really that difficult?
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And I thought it was only me
omslaw has no skillz(omslaw @ Jun. 20 2007,10:47) No problems at all cornering. I've scraped my fairing at a trackday.
Oh -aboard! Post up some pics of your current scoot(s)!
With her on the back my bike runs better than solo. Completely lost my chicken strips first time out with her. The bike really felt good.
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I ride the hell out of my busa through the turns. I only have high speed corners around here, but the busa handles them in stride. I hand my 3 buddies on their 1000rr's their asses when ever we push hard through the turns. Check out this busa, it was built to road race until it was banned.
Good points.(VaBusa @ Jun. 19 2007,14:34) It's not as nimble as the smaller litre bikes, but it can take a turn...we've got guys on here that do track days on the Busa, drag knees on the Dragon at Deal's Gap...it is more known for it's speed on the drag strip by many, but it corners like any other ride on 2 wheels
I would think you'd be fine given your experience...you just need to use caution when you first get on, just wait until you're used to the throttle response because it is immediate in every gear...it's a fun bike to ride, no worries by most that move on to one from other motorcycles
Welcome to the oRg!!
It's been over a year and I still get 'bucked' sometimes when flipping from 1st to 2nd if I'm not smooth. The bike has POWER on tap... that is a fact!
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I have been riding it for a few days and it is absolute bliss. Thank all of you for your honest opinion, believe me, it convinced me that I would be fine. You guys rock...
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I think you should ask yourself why you want a 'Busa. It's all about versatility IMHO.
If you want knife-edge handling (and a seat to match) then go for the GSX1000R or something similar. If you're tall, ride two-up and/or you want a comfortable ride for touring as well as blistering acceleration, go for the 'Busa.
On smaller bikes you'll be swapping gears all the time to keep them in the power band, on a 'Busa you just twist the throttle and it's always there.
If you like to customize or drag race, there's a ton of aftermarket stuff that will keep you happy.
So, are you a racer, canyon carver, cruiser, street fighter or poser?
If you want knife-edge handling (and a seat to match) then go for the GSX1000R or something similar. If you're tall, ride two-up and/or you want a comfortable ride for touring as well as blistering acceleration, go for the 'Busa.
On smaller bikes you'll be swapping gears all the time to keep them in the power band, on a 'Busa you just twist the throttle and it's always there.
If you like to customize or drag race, there's a ton of aftermarket stuff that will keep you happy.
So, are you a racer, canyon carver, cruiser, street fighter or poser?
Hey DAB, he bought the bike
Congrats on your Busa!!
Congrats on your Busa!!
congrats! and good question.
i was actually going to post this same question, having owned mine for 3000 miles and my first "race" bike i was wondering if i was missing something the smaller bikes might have. i began to concern myself with quicker turn in and a bud of mine who races said i probably am not puting enough pressure on the bars quick enough. as far as lean...i've leaned over the farthest i ever have and i know there's more to go because guys on here scape parts.
(omslaw @ Jun. 20 2007,09:50)Doood! Don't let yer wife see this post!
Water weighs 8lbs/gallon!
8lbs * 55 = 440lbs!!!
so, how does she handle compared to your smaller bikes?
