Well we've had a B King thread (http://gsx1400owners.org/forum/index.php?topic=1982.0) but I don't think we've had a 'Busa one.
Perhaps in a few years time I might be able to add another bike to the stable.
I certainly will not be getting rid of the 14.
I had considered a B-King but the tank width and capacity puts me off a bit, but for some time now I've had a hankering for a Busa, specifically a 2013 (or later) Gen 2. I gather ABS was introduced in 2013?
(https://www.totalmotorcycle.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/2013-Suzuki-Hayabusa-GSX1300R-ABS4.jpg)
So... what to look out for?
What mods are good, what should be avoided etc.
As its much cheaper to buy bikes already modded than stock then buying the mods later - what should I be looking for in this regard?
Any particular issues that should be checked pre-purchase?
What do people consider the best colour scheme?
For the Aussies -
There aren't many on bikesales. Where's the best place to find them for sale?
What would be good price for a decent one?
As the 2013 bike is, I gather, substantially the same as the 2018 ( ? ), an earlier one would be fine.
This really is all just 'research' for now, I'm not in the market just now, but any and all info people can provide would be welcome.
Vlad,you do realise that once Tony has given you feedback on the busa you will have to have one,I did with the bking,,lol
I've just cleaned up this thread. Hoping
@Tony Nitrous will pop in at some point and share his wisdom? :onya:
Quote from: Daytona on Tuesday, 13 February 2018, 10:52 PM
Vlad,you do realise that once Tony has given you feedback on the busa you will have to have one,I did with the bking,,lol
Once Mrs Vlad realises he's looking at another bike, he won't be getting one. :happy1:
I don't know why but I'm more inclined towards the ZX14R.
I'm currently looking for another one.
Either a Gen-1 or maybe a write off / light damage Gen-2.
Both have pro's and con's.
I have various spares for both models.
I
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi63.tinypic.com%2F51x0kx.jpg&hash=f6961e08e7eb8210c847dc593e6a2ab91c5feb06)
LIKE
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi68.tinypic.com%2F2zyvnye.jpg&hash=ed57952bd09507ef7c0f76a538b272619e473965)
HAYABUSA'S
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi63.tinypic.com%2F2cep2sw.jpg&hash=104ff14c58e08d6491876680df3869999e87e8f8)
HAYABUSA PROJECTS
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi64.tinypic.com%2F350sdiv.jpg&hash=e50bdf85a71eaf866312814e1fdbda62903777e2)
....and their Ugly relative they share DNA with
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Quote from: Batkwaka on Tuesday, 21 August 2018, 05:32 PM
I don't know why but I'm more inclined towards the ZX14R.
I do like the ZX14R. I've ridden a later model with the Ohlins etc and they really are nice. As nice as a Busa or for some folk maybe even better.....
..... when they are standard.
If you like to chop and change, mod your bike, find more horsepower, go faster, go REALLY fast, win world wheelie comps, set land speed world records, set horsepower records, have a HUGE back up of spares, knowledge, accessories etc etc.... the Busa really is the weapon of choice.
Who doesn't want (need) a 258mph / 415kph streetbike ?
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi67.tinypic.com%2F5p4c3p.jpg&hash=1f8ed775f1529664502ef9a34f1631c1a1357dec)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi68.tinypic.com%2F2wdoqj4.jpg&hash=b94d43a6faef0ed6a62aa6a6aeb4f7e64aab1f55)
OK, OK, so that's being very silly, but it's a good example of how good the design really is. The aerodynamic, the motors potential, how tough they are. Not bad for a 19 year old design.
Me.
https://drivetribe.com/p/271mph-the-worlds-fastest-road-Fx1-PlPsS265uN-gFJLf0g?iid=csKior_cQseZRHFpiftYwA
271 mph is 437kph
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi64.tinypic.com%2F2wdq0c3.jpg&hash=2ce0a7843f89f95fddc4094a89e719d4624b1edb)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi68.tinypic.com%2Frbgtnk.jpg&hash=f9d3e6a469dcf27d452a79e7f4e9261a1136299f)
Meant to post that for ya last night Tony. WOW. Did i read they turned the power down for that run? 1000bhp to 600 odd. Not sure on that. Road registered. Looks good i reckon. Saw one last week, hes had it chrome wrapped, might sound silly but it just looks amazing.
Good grief.... I wouldn't like to be 'hanging on' at that speed!
Wow, from a distance it hardly looks modified at all.
I know they said it was road legal but I would love to watch them trying to get insurance for it.
Quote from: Mister Fishfinger on Friday, 21 September 2018, 06:48 PM
I know they said it was road legal but I would love to watch them trying to get insurance for it.
Here, near the north pole, turbo didn't make any difference to insurance, 120+50€/year :cheesy:
Quote from: Mister Fishfinger on Friday, 21 September 2018, 06:48 PM
Wow, from a distance it hardly looks modified at all.
I know they said it was road legal but I would love to watch them trying to get insurance for it.
Shouldn't be a problem.
As Sean builds crazy stuff and has done for many years in guessing his work / shop / trade policy would cover it.
Quote from: Tony Nitrous on Friday, 21 September 2018, 07:10 PM
Quote from: Mister Fishfinger on Friday, 21 September 2018, 06:48 PM
Wow, from a distance it hardly looks modified at all.
I know they said it was road legal but I would love to watch them trying to get insurance for it.
Shouldn't be a problem.
As Sean builds crazy stuff and has done for many years in guessing his work / shop / trade policy would cover it.
I was just joking really. I guessed he would be a pro.
Reviving this specific Hayabusa thread is probably the best place for this question..
Quote from: Tony Nitrous in the nw Katana thread on Friday, 08 March 2019, 01:49 AM
A new Kat and a new Busa were both on my "2019 Possibles" list but both got crossed off.
Why'd the 2019 'busa get the arse? Just because there isn't one ? :stir:
There is a 2019 Busa, the US got theirs a while back.
I asked Suzuki Australia a while back and they said at the time the "19" was coming to Australia, but a different source told me there will be no 19's in Australia until all 18's are sold out.
Typical Suzuki the "new" 19 model is exactly the same as the current 18 model except for the paint, so no real reason the bring in new stock to sit alongside devalued current bikes.
2019 colours.
I don't mind the black.
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi66.tinypic.com%2F1ertxs.jpg&hash=09cd6c5668e3ae9bdf1f5edcd42d256c8f5d665d)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi65.tinypic.com%2Fhwlsuq.jpg&hash=190c93a8c443363c2482846bd0e36186bb56258d)
I'm off to look at a bike tomorrow.
No new 19 Busa, no new 19 H2 SX SE+ yet.
Got a couple of bikes to have a look at as alternate possibles.
Good Luck Tony. Im sure youll let us know.
Quote from: grog on Friday, 08 March 2019, 07:01 PM
Good Luck Tony. Im sure youll let us know.
Hopefully i'll have something to post next Saturday.
re the pics above - I'll have a combo please. Black paint, red wheels and decals.
I've had offers on my 14 and B-King but not enough to part with them.
I might de-register the Busa as I rarely use it and want to do a rebuild.
Made an offer on another bike that's looking quite positive.
The 14 might end up as a work horse, the King for the drags..... maybe.
Either way, something will be bought or sold by Saturday.
By pure chance yesterday driving down towards Aust.Zoo. white Busa in front of me. 80k zone. I was just plodding along behind thinking how good/ loud it sounded. Next thing hes up it, out around cars, up on back wheel. Then it really sounded nice and just kept it going. Id say 2nd gear rev out with wheel way up. Looked impressive.
If I had a 'busa I reckon my licence would last about two minutes....
It's quite easy to ride a Busa at GSX1400 speeds.
The torque isn't a million miles different, the revs and gearing aren't that different.
I can commute or do a lap of the dams at the same speed on either bike without drama.
You just need to resist the temptation to hold it open and watch the world go into reverse, but that the same with the modern 1000cc sportsbikes to.
Resisting temptation is not my strong point
Quote from: VladTepes on Monday, 11 March 2019, 02:45 PM
If I had a 'busa I reckon my licence would last about two minutes....
The exact reason I sold my B-King and returned to the 14 - too easy to flick the wrist :grin:
:confused1: :facepalm: :grin: :whatever:
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi65.tinypic.com%2F27yvgj6.jpg&hash=37552e308c56ba73100729f8820943b89c2097ac)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi66.tinypic.com%2Fj12hyu.jpg&hash=fe67ca682d209ce49b4c23788f1b5fecef4ada6f)
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A hell of a lot of work gone into that :hat: , not my sort of thing though.
Rear brake line is a bit tight, why no just spend the extra few quid ? :whatever:
I like the tail, the GSXR rear end is a popular mod.
The rest of it is a bit strange, more of a custom cruiser than a Streetfighter.
The swingarm appears to be longer, do that for drags don't ya? Can't imagine dragging this one, but spose ya could.
That's awful :thumbs_down:
:thumbs_down: :thumbs_down: :thumbs_down:
Wasted his bucks that bloke. Horrible.
Drama... :facepalm:
Bin the crazy exhaust system and the front side fairing plastics and I quite like it....