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General => Introductions => Topic started by: Ultramagnus on Friday, 19 April 2024, 12:55 AM

Title: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Ultramagnus on Friday, 19 April 2024, 12:55 AM
Hello,

My name is Magnus and I'm the south of Sweden,

Bought a Black 2006 GSX1400 a month ago. My previous bike was a Suzuki VX800 which I really liked, but it got stolen and then crashed while being chased by police.

So when i was looking for a new MC I wanted something similar, torqy, V-twin sound, naked and not to sporty(back problems) or a coffin ride (legs first), not to much computerized stuff, but modern enough to still find parts.

Turns out that was a tall order, at least in my price range!


But then I found the GSX1400...
Ok, its not a V-twin, but it got torq for days and a lovely growl. So, Happy days! :cheers:

I am a real noob when it comes to mechanics and fiddling with engines and such, but I bought a Hanes manual and I'm handy in most other situations so I figure I will do ok...I mean, what can go wrong!?  :lol:


I plan to do some stuff on my bike, so I will most probably ask some silly questions, but do I promise to search the forum first!!
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Hooli on Friday, 19 April 2024, 01:15 AM
Welcome.

If you go to the download section of this site you can get the offical Suzuki workshop manual which is a lot better than the Haynes.
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Ultramagnus on Friday, 19 April 2024, 01:20 AM
Didn't know there was a DL section, excellent!

Thank you and Thank you!

Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Blubber on Friday, 19 April 2024, 01:50 AM
Hey,

Welcome from the Netherlands. :cheers:
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Notty on Friday, 19 April 2024, 02:10 AM
Welcome  :)
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: BbigMmac on Friday, 19 April 2024, 04:09 AM
Welcome to the forum ,enjoy the GSX ride!
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Mike87 on Friday, 19 April 2024, 05:35 AM
Välkommen Ultramagnus  :)
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: KiwiCol on Friday, 19 April 2024, 05:58 AM
Hi & welcome aboard Ultramagnus.  I can highly recommend a Black K6   :onya:  :clapping:  I might be a bit biased though.  I'm sure you'll grow to love the GSX as we all do.
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Eric GSX1400K3 on Friday, 19 April 2024, 07:38 AM
Welcome mate
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: grog on Friday, 19 April 2024, 09:47 AM
Welcome Magnus
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Kiwifruit on Friday, 19 April 2024, 12:20 PM
Hello and welcome Magnus, you will enjoy your bike  :onya:
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: GSXKING on Friday, 19 April 2024, 01:03 PM
Quote from: Ultramagnus on Friday, 19 April  2024, 12:55 AMHello,

My name is Magnus and I'm the south of Sweden,

Bought a Black 2006 GSX1400 a month ago. My previous bike was a Suzuki VX800 which I really liked, but it got stolen and then crashed while being chased by police.

So when i was looking for a new MC I wanted something similar, torqy, V-twin sound, naked and not to sporty(back problems) or a coffin ride (legs first), not to much computerized stuff, but modern enough to still find parts.

Turns out that was a tall order, at least in my price range!


But then I found the GSX1400...
Ok, its not a V-twin, but it got torq for days and a lovely growl. So, Happy days! :cheers:

I am a real noob when it comes to mechanics and fiddling with engines and such, but I bought a Hanes manual and I'm handy in most other situations so I figure I will do ok...I mean, what can go wrong!?  :lol:


I plan to do some stuff on my bike, so I will most probably ask some silly questions, but do I promise to search the forum first!!

Welcome to the nuthouse Magnus.
There are no stupid questions 👍
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: seth on Friday, 19 April 2024, 01:28 PM
 :welcome1:
To all things 1402
Be careful with the Haynes manual as there are a couple of things wrong in it.
There are free Suzuki workshop manuals to download here for all years.
Ans always lots of help if you need it ?
Go look through the tips and download as loads of info there 😀
 :cheers:
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Mick_J on Friday, 19 April 2024, 05:46 PM
Welcome to the forum Magnus.  :onya: A picture would be nice.  :)
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: Ultramagnus on Saturday, 20 April 2024, 07:46 PM
Thank you all for the warm welcome!

It's nice to see such an active (and positive) forum as this appears to be.

😊👍
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: T 24 on Saturday, 20 April 2024, 10:57 PM
Välkommen Magnus :cheers:
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: GSXKING on Sunday, 21 April 2024, 11:53 AM
We are a welcoming and positive bunch. Dickheads don't last long 🤞🤞🤞
Title: Re: Newbie from Sweden
Post by: VladTepes on Saturday, 27 April 2024, 10:20 PM
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