The B-King is dead. Already?
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Not at all surprised given the intitial concept vs. production let alone that way suck exhaust & tank.
The upside;
just like my "85 Eliminator" (which I put a bottle on...hee hee he) it WILL become a collectable without a doubt!!!
too bad, it had potential if given it's proper mechancal due eventually which, it may have over time .
The upside;
just like my "85 Eliminator" (which I put a bottle on...hee hee he) it WILL become a collectable without a doubt!!!
too bad, it had potential if given it's proper mechancal due eventually which, it may have over time .
Good2Bking
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The only thing I hated about my King when I got it was the exhaust. I have a Two Brothers on it now and absolutely love it. Most people who hate on this bike haven't ridden one, obviously.
i saw this bike in person for the 1st time the other day and i thought she looked sharp! i do agree that the cans are overkill when it comes to size and to me, that destroys the looks of the bike.
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That's pretty harsh! I don't feel that strongly about them, but they are pretty huge! I'm not sure what I'll do with mine yet.
to the org.Well, I've got a B-King. I certainly don't mind the looks being a love of Transformers and just about any anime that is worth watching.
I'm still in the break-in period - 590 miles and getting ready to get its first maintenance. I'm happy with it.
I do have some problems with the aftermarket - but there are lot of things out there - if you are willing to get hit with conversion rates and purchasing from European suppliers.
I have had my problems on the bike - mostly that's because I upgraded from a Kawasaki Ninja 250 (2007) to the B-King which - has over 1000 cc higher in displacement and a couple hundred pounds.
I actually wished that if you really want to go for it with the exhausts - that Suzuki should really have GONE for it and made them super huge instead of just slightly outsized.
I would give anything if the B-King looked more like the original.
Oh, yeah price was a factor - picked mine up in Jamuary for $8500. [edited to add this]
RhadamYgg
I'm still in the break-in period - 590 miles and getting ready to get its first maintenance. I'm happy with it.
I do have some problems with the aftermarket - but there are lot of things out there - if you are willing to get hit with conversion rates and purchasing from European suppliers.
I have had my problems on the bike - mostly that's because I upgraded from a Kawasaki Ninja 250 (2007) to the B-King which - has over 1000 cc higher in displacement and a couple hundred pounds.
I actually wished that if you really want to go for it with the exhausts - that Suzuki should really have GONE for it and made them super huge instead of just slightly outsized.
I would give anything if the B-King looked more like the original.
Oh, yeah price was a factor - picked mine up in Jamuary for $8500. [edited to add this]
RhadamYgg
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Thanks, sometimes I see it in my garage and I am surprised I have something that is actually cool - at least by my standards.
yup...it has become apparent that the BKing was a test-bed for getting the busa motor into a non sport frame.
If nothing else it gives credence to the Suzuki rumors of a FJR/Connie rival in 2011.
adding a shaft drive / elec. windscreen and other touring amenities shouldn't be too difficult now.
If nothing else it gives credence to the Suzuki rumors of a FJR/Connie rival in 2011.
adding a shaft drive / elec. windscreen and other touring amenities shouldn't be too difficult now.
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Thanks, sometimes I see it in my garage and I am surprised I have something that is actually cool - at least by my standards.
Your very welcome, They are a very fun bike, i liked mine just as much as my busa, have fun with it.
Good2Bking
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yup...it has become apparent that the BKing was a test-bed for getting the busa motor into a non sport frame.
If nothing else it gives credence to the Suzuki rumors of a FJR/Connie rival in 2011.
adding a shaft drive / elec. windscreen and other touring amenities shouldn't be too difficult now.
We were just talking about this subject this weekend...I rode 400 miles fully loaded with clothes, cameras, etc strapped to the back and also had a tank bag full. The B-Kong would be a natural as a sport tourer. The only real issue would be the front end...how could you put a fairing on it and still have it look good? It would be great if the Givi V-Strom hard luggage could be adapted to work on the Kong. The bike is comfortable enough that it could easily be converted...oh and Shane, you didn't come back the other day...
We were just talking about this subject this weekend...I rode 400 miles fully loaded with clothes, cameras, etc strapped to the back and also had a tank bag full. The B-Kong would be a natural as a sport tourer. The only real issue would be the front end...how could you put a fairing on it and still have it look good? It would be great if the Givi V-Strom hard luggage could be adapted to work on the Kong. The bike is comfortable enough that it could easily be converted...oh and Shane, you didn't come back the other day...
GF issues, Sometimes it is hard to please them.
It amazes me when people take someones word and runs with it without researching the truth. Folks, just because it is dead in the US, that doesn't mean it's dead. There is that little place called THE REST OF THE WORLD where the B-King is selling just fine. It is a very unique bike with a time tested powerplant behind it. I remember when the Hayabusa was introduced, most people were appalled by its looks and look what it turned into. A lot of people consider their opinion to be definitive, they should keep their opinion to themselves and let the people who love this bike enjoy the hell out of it without these guys trying to put it down. Just my two cents.
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