Post as many as you like, as often as you like. We'll keep this thread going.
Pictures along with name of bike - required.
Explanation - optional.
Having Fun - compulsory !
OK I'll start:
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Triumph Hurricane (that 70's swoop - and those pipes)
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Benelli Sei. (that sound ! and because everyone else has a Honda CBX)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fkickstart.bikeexif.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2011%2F06%2Flaverda-6.jpg&hash=4f5d0065b235d54f00ac3dfe3ef512277984859b)
Laverda Jota (because sexy)
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d6/4f/20/d64f206fc78b7aa071b1d474e8429157.jpg)
Classic, albeit predictable, Ducati 750SS 'green frame'.
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Norton Commando 961 (because fun)
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Norton V4RR (because insane)
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ASxfMQnTtFA%2FUVDLSutJBRI%2FAAAAAAAABP4%2FESFZQBkHMmY%2Fs1600%2FMoto%2BGuzzi%2BMGS%2B01%2BCorsa.jpg&hash=1f83a88175f76014d47ed3a720d31ee3cdd1122f)
Moto Guzzi MGS-01 (because closest they have ever got to a proper sports bike, since the original Le Mans)
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Ritmo Sereno Moto Guzzi Le Mans cafe racer. (because uber cool!)
Now THAT's what I'm talking about !!!!!!
Remember my first camping trip on a bike. Was most likely 15, we went to Whitianga, big trip on a trail bike. Well we had just put the tent up when a Triumph Hurricane pulls in and he starts putting his tent up next to us. Same colour as the one in your photo.
It was just stunning....... a bit like his missus.
Today I'd like one of these.
Unfortunately Honda wouldn't let me keep this one.
some day my 14 will have a companion...
It's not a nice bike, there is something magnificent in it's look
This.
Just because it's gorgeous!
Yep Red that MV looks like bike porn to me too........ not sure about the Italian electrics.
Quote from: Kiwifruit on Saturday, 25 March 2017, 05:09 AM
Yep Red that MV looks like bike porn to me too........ not sure about the Italian electrics.
If I could afford it Kiwi it would just sit behind a glass screen in my hallway
Well for me it is this the ZRX1200 Daeg - love these bikes - sold my 2006 Eddie Lawson rep to fund a Hayabusa - and its the only bike that I have ever regretted selling but in the process of an extensive rebuild of a 1998 1100
(https://gsx1400owners.org/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimagizer.imageshack.us%2Fv2%2F800x600q90%2F922%2FSt8CSZ.jpg&hash=0a161331fa7702e78ba301ef25ff352e0636dfa5) (https://imageshack.com/i/pmSt8CSZj)
Has to be in Red :smile2:
has to be Kawasaki z 1300 hmmmmm red
1975 i had a 500 kawa. much nicer than the photo. a time bomb standard. i built expansion chambers for it, pulled the ports out 2mm, fitted 550 suzuki pistons. you could choose disc brake front end with points, mine was that. or drum with cdi ignition. faster had worse brakes. wtf. to ride was amazing, scariest ive ever owned. totally didnt handle.after engine mods, no power at all below 4k revs. 5k it sort of moved. 6k it exploded until 7500. then the points bounced, flames out exhaust. never had power measured but was lots. front wheel up, adrenalin plus. was going to fit cdi ignition, never got there. wouldve revved to maybe 9k then. exploded, maybe. my mates rode it, never again they said. one mate still talks about it. today, yep, id love to have it in shed. one more bit, it held 15 litres of fuel, once ran out below 80ks. works out to around 14mpg.
I'd love this would take me back to my youth
After a ride yesterday with my daughter the idea of something a little cruise with a bit more room is an attractive idea.
one of these will do me - modern retro
Do they look better in the flesh?
Not impressed with the photos.
Quote from: seth on Saturday, 25 March 2017, 07:40 PM
I'd love this would take me back to my youth
They didn't look like that when you were young, everything was a lot skinnier :lol:
Quote from: daveh on Sunday, 26 March 2017, 06:10 PM
Do they look better in the flesh?
Not impressed with the photos.
In the flesh yes - my photo skills using an iPhone need some work !
Bumping this thread - let's have some fun - what are people lusting after today?
(oh having since ridden the 961 from my OP I'd remove that...)
I've had my eye on one of these GT's for some time, the reviews have always been good 👍
I rode the unfaired version some years ago and thought at the time it can't replace my GSX1400. Now I'm not so sure 🙀
Chris, i also thought finally a good Suzuki. Spoke to a 10 th k owner. His thoughts, not mine.Great bike, seat is terrible,panniers a mission to remove sometimes,instruments invisible in full sun, basics that sort of put me off spending 20G
I always quite like Ducati Scramblers when I see them, I'm sure they'd last about 10mins if you actually used it as a bike like I'd be likely too,
Not sure i understand Hooli? My Mate had 2 scramblers,he liked them, i dont. Strangely he had 3 Monsters and thought Scramblers were better, hes gone now so cant ask im.
I like the look & sound of them Grog, but I think being Italian they'd fall apart if used as much as I ride bikes. Italian stuff is for looking at & polishing, not riding.
They are about the only Duke I like, oddly they are the only one I know of that doesn't sound like the clutch is falling off too.
Last pic of my 14, owned for 11yrs & 1st pic of my new to me bike.
Moto Guzzi V100.so far so good
Nice I suppose, I've reached an age in life that I can basically have any bike I want.
I'll have my GSX1400 thanks.
The oldish bod at 75yrs would love to have my GSXR1000 back again, but those things are too physical for me nowdays..
I don't try wheelies or lighting up the rear now. lol.
Pic is me at 60yrs on my usual Sunday morning fang over the Rimutakas NZ. (modified 1200 Bandit ).
Same Roo, whatever i want, keep looking but havent found a 14 replacement, hard to match that magnificent motor. Smooth, grunty, reliable, economical, best looking motor, some of those new bike motors look crap, 14 is a work of art. IMO
I quite like the look of this,the Indian FTR 1200. Although the first thing I would do is remove that exhaust and that rear ugly thing that holds the reg plate and replace it with a stubby carbon Acro and a little tail tidy under the rear light. It would look much prettier.
Quote from: Tally on Thursday, 11 July 2024, 10:07 PMI quite like the look of this,the Indian FTR 1200. Although the first thing I would do is remove that exhaust and that rear ugly thing that holds the reg plate and replace it with a stubby carbon Acro and a little tail tidy under the rear light. It would look much prettier.
There's one of those I see around a bit in black with proper knobbies as well as the things you mention. Looks & sounds great.
I'm going for breakfast tomorrow (Friday)at a little cafe I know in Chipping Norton, cos I just found out there is an Indian dealership just up the road , I'm gonna pop in and have a look around and be cheeky and ask if I can take one out for a test. Watch this space and I'll let you know how I got on. :onya:
As a pure fantasy buy, MV 1000 Rush. Bike wouldnt fit me, rode 800, so small but the sound. The 4 cyl 1000 prob just sound as impressive.As a pure toy, has to be near top of any list. 200 plus power, 13000rpm, with 190 kg weight, hard to imagine .
I really want a hog (have done for a long while) but I'm always disappointed when I ride them. But I still like them so today I want a -
I've always hankered after a wing & these days specifically the 2024 version, bonus the Mrs likes them too & approves of me getting one, downside is she wants to come with me on rides!! :happy1:
2024 Wing.jpg
Col, youll need matching helmets&clothing and intercom to enjoy each others company.Standard Wing rules from what ive noticed😂
Quote from: grog on Saturday, 13 July 2024, 04:39 PMCol, you'll need matching helmets & clothing and intercom to enjoy each others company. Standard Wing rules from what I've noticed😂
Only if we can get leathers made to match the colour scheme of the bike. :whistling: Yeah nah! Not gonna happen, not into matching gear etc, just looks too 'tweee' :happy1:
I doubt I'll actually ever get one, but the itch is there . . .
The Chinese have just built an 1800 wing copy that will a lot cheaper Col so your dream might come true sooner than you think, I'll send your wife the link if you want. :)
Quote from: Mick_J on Saturday, 13 July 2024, 06:04 PMThe Chinese have just built an 1800 wing copy that will a lot cheaper Col so your dream might come true sooner than you think, I'll send your wife the link if you want. :)
Yeah, seen that one. It's a 2L Flat 8! and real heavy. It does look good to the eye (IMO) & on paper, but the quality & reliability are suspect I'd suggest. I'd let someone else be the guinea pig with these.
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??? Quite the bar placement :confused1:
Quote from: grog on Saturday, 13 July 2024, 04:39 PMCol, youll need matching helmets&clothing and intercom to enjoy each others company.Standard Wing rules from what ive noticed😂
First Motogp I went to in 05 Mugello Italy. I was amazed at the matching leathers of the fans on the way to the circuit. Had never seen that in NZ !!!!
Intercoms !!!!!!!!!! shit not with my wife,I get plenty of advice as it is LOL.
Kawasaki z1000sx, or the naked version
Or and forgive me for my sins Harley dyna super low
One of these in mint condition would be nice
I used to own a red one..........I regretted selling it almost immediately. :sad:
D.D.
Quote from: KiwiCol on Friday, 12 July 2024, 08:15 PMI've always hankered after a wing & these days specifically the 2024 version, bonus the Mrs likes them too & approves of me getting one, downside is she wants to come with me on rides!! :happy1:
2024 Wing.jpg
Owned this for a year ..
Few years back a mate had a Goldwing, dont know the model. He did lots of ks, up around 500 thou. Reverse gear stuffed up at just over 200, Honda fixed it all free.I dont think anything else went wrong with it.
I want a Red & Black 1400 w/ twin pipes :imrgreen:
Love the powerful looks and if I´m not already satisfied with torque I can get even more.
The newer model Rocket leaves the old ones in the shade looks wise for me 🏆
+1 for Triumph Rocket III
I´d like to alternate between the 3: our 1400, Rocket 3 and this BMW for longer rides.
Havent ridden new Rocket but two weeks on older model was a birthday present, love those bikes. Bloody heavy, need to be careful where you park it, not a problem riding.Tyre wear is biggest problem, reason i didnt buy one.
My short(ish) list in no particular order:
To complete the Suzuki big bore motorcycle collection;
Suzuki GSX1400 FE in blue and white
Suzuki TL1000R in blue and white
Suzuki Gen2 GSX1300 K9 Hayabusa in red or white
New bikes I would not mind having:
BMW R1250RS triple black
Ducati Supersport 950S
Quote from: grog on Saturday, 20 July 2024, 02:17 PMHavent ridden new Rocket but two weeks on older model was a birthday present, love those bikes. Bloody heavy, need to be careful where you park it, not a problem riding.Tyre wear is biggest problem, reason i didnt buy one.
I can imagine the tyre wear on this bike, just checked oil quantity 6l, ...
@Eric GSX1400K3 *cough* photos please
Oops
We all know what the 1402 FE looks like...
I still keep looking at this:
H2 Tourer (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126573112652?itmmeta=01J3F8BE8SXMQWWNRPA6J0HYC6&hash=item1d78586d4c:g:j~UAAOSwWqNmTiF7&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4BDilsabt%2Ff0Aq%2BQfbf7HNTiz%2F7GiyCf8dQEEW46i59D3LluuqbArYve5VUriqUHfjZQwca3ClUP9%2BahOUNcQwcXhYrjpfIOp9fs1xzAz3lxv4kfdy6g9MMLgQeGPyFnKxgdDXsh55iyVvZ14R82juId%2F3GnNuYZ1O8c%2FTFMzw%2FJsdNVsp50RCME6KA6iI%2B7HQRDW%2B0t7uiJrlVAgZkaaYcMc7g3kYlMUeUYGmfwTz9MXOe9YH81JpwNP6IfZQ4gi8x7vEtXxRrGHukEqR8QFFUw7556zc3PAZnXJV7GPmil%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR7zkreibZA)
It's been advertised for a while now which is slightly concerning, but it seems a fair price for a moderate milage.
As some of you may know I have a 2009 Z1000 and a 2016 GTR1400 in the garage alongside the GSX and I keep toying with the idea of chopping the Z1000 in for one of these. It should more than do the job the Z1000 does and if it turned out comfortable enough for distance riding maybe I could let the GTR go – as my wife does not come touring with me anymore downsizing to something a bit lighter may make sense.
I've no idea what my Z1000 would fetch in PX, but I still have the money aside that I got from selling the Z1300 so it may not need too much of a raid on the pension fund. But do I really need it? The two Kwaks I have do their respective jobs perfectly well and they are a known quantity.
The GSX is not going anywhere at the moment though.
Rynglieder, just watched a few reviews, i like doing that stuff. I thought would be a near perfect, gets a few knocks.2 hour comfort only, screen too low, woody fr. brake feel, awesome modern bike looks i thought. I would think your melding 2 bikes into one. :onya: Very fast exciting ride id think.
Really only a couple of bikes remain on my to do list:
A 1973 Benelli Tornado 650S
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and.......
A 1995 Honda VFR750 in red
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Those gear driven cams make me quite weak in the knees
The Benelli is before my time, but I do like the VFR. My riding instructor had one, he was ex superbike racer and would take on the boy racer heroes on their 1000cc gixxers and 'blades and beat them all.
I've always wanted a Yammy MT01. There is one for sale near my place but the wife said only if I sell 2 of my bikes first to fund it and I'm too emotionally attached to them:( (I would never sell the 1400 though)
I've never ridden one but have always liked their oddball styling and similar dimensions to the GSX1400.
Coopz, yeah something about them, nothing else similar. Nearly bought one new.Theres a member on here, had or has one,he even has the tuning kits that were available when new, 3 stages,absolute rocking horse shit,
I would like something not so heavy. My 14 is sometimes too heavy for me in garage or parking places.
Some 500 to 800 cc twin, less than 200kg. Naked bike, not any plastic bullet.
T24, exact same thinking. Im going to Suzuki shop to try SV 650. I had v twins for years, will see.
Quote from: T 24 on Thursday, 22 August 2024, 05:09 PMI would like something not so heavy. My 14 is sometimes too heavy for me in garage or parking places.
Some 500 to 800 cc twin, less than 200kg. Naked bike, not any plastic bullet.
My first thought is is a retro Triumph, Speed Twin or that sort of thing.
Quote from: Coopz on Thursday, 22 August 2024, 11:46 AMI've always wanted a Yammy MT01. There is one for sale near my place but the wife said only if I sell 2 of my bikes first to fund it and I'm too emotionally attached to them:( (I would never sell the 1400 though)
I've never ridden one but have always liked their oddball styling and similar dimensions to the GSX1400.
My friend owns a Yamaha dealership so I've ridden all but the most exotic. MT01 surprised me, when you decelerate or down shift that massive lump of metal moves forwards quite rapidly and destroys any resemblance of turn in. Freaking scary first time it happened.
Newer model MT10 is just a naked M1.
I've owned two Yamaha Warriors with the same motors I believe.
I liked the MT01, saw one at a gas station in the old TZ Yamaha red and white with the cheapo Ohlins on.
Spied this in Whitianga on our recent ride. Looks like it would be right at home with a 50 Cal mounted on it.
Quote from: Kiwifruit on Friday, 13 September 2024, 05:11 PMI liked the MT01, saw one at a gas station in the old TZ Yamaha red and white with the cheapo Ohlins on.
Spied this in Whitianga on our recent ride. Looks like it would be right at home with a 50 Cal mounted on it.
My mate has a mint one, we go out most weeks- goes well but vibration is a killer from the 1800 ? v twin and if I pull in behind the draught from the exhausts blow my hair ( if I had any of course ) :)
Quote from: Notty on Friday, 13 September 2024, 07:31 PMQuote from: Kiwifruit on Friday, 13 September 2024, 05:11 PMI liked the MT01, saw one at a gas station in the old TZ Yamaha red and white with the cheapo Ohlins on.
Spied this in Whitianga on our recent ride. Looks like it would be right at home with a 50 Cal mounted on it.
My mate has a mint one, we go out most weeks- goes well but vibration is a killer from the 1800 ? v twin and if I pull in behind the draught from the exhausts blow my hair ( if I had any of course ) :)
1670cc but known as the 1700
Warrior handled well for a big cruiser. With a set of V&H pipes it was a car alarm beacon 😂 The riding style with legs out in front was a killer for my spine ... liked them enough to buy two but no longer
Quote from: Kiwifruit on Friday, 13 September 2024, 05:11 PMSpied this in Whitianga on our recent ride. Looks like it would be right at home with a 50 Cal mounted on it.
If you want to see one with a mounted machine gun, take a vaccation into eastern Ukraine.
Quote from: Andre on Saturday, 14 September 2024, 03:12 AMQuote from: Kiwifruit on Friday, 13 September 2024, 05:11 PMSpied this in Whitianga on our recent ride. Looks like it would be right at home with a 50 Cal mounted on it.
If you want to see one with a mounted machine gun, take a vaccation into eastern Ukraine.
bullet proof vest and helmet mandatory me thinks
Or a grenade ? :) grenade1400.jpg
Quote from: Notty on Sunday, 15 September 2024, 02:42 AMOr a grenade ? :) grenade1400.jpg
I believe it's a disc lock @Notty 🤔
Thinking today... something I'm not great at. :rofl2:
I'd love to put a 1340 Hayabusa Gen-2 / Gen-3 or B-King engine into a GSX1400. The downside is the engines are expensive and certainly not pretty or suited to the 14's style, and stuff like the downdraught throttle body's my be an issue, but 160-180hp from a stock reliable engine with no loud pipes or huge big bores or boost would be very nice.
I like the 14's looks, riding position, comfy seat, big tank, easy to get to anything etc, but really do like those 1340 engines.
Most of the time 14 grunt is more than enough.Way more. Just sometimes id like a few more revs/bhp.Diavel was good at that, Mates 14 with hairdryer(supercharger) just amazing. A 14 with Busa motor,that would tick all boxes except looks. Do we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
I was supposed to book a test ride on an Indian FTR1200 but I forgot all about it until the dealers messaged me the other day . Would I be interested in this one? I said yes of course but alas no money to pay for it ,not interested in finance deals,never have been ,never will be. I'm gonna pop over there and see if I can arrange a test ride.
Here's a link to the spec's on the FTR, reads very good. (not as good as a R3GT though . . . :whistling: ) 120HP 118nm torque, 6,000rpm but only a 12.9L tank. That would be a big change form the 23L we get in the 1400.
https://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/2023/standard/ftr/ftr-stealth-gray-orange-burst-2023-indian/
From Triumph website
From Suzuki website
For comparison use.
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I'm going to suggest on a twisty road the GSX would be better and on highway run GT might be slightly better.
Can of worms now opened. 😂😂😂
It would all depend on the rider Chris, me on the R3Gt & Irish Jeff on his RD250 (or anything really) & Jeff would win. Same rider on each machine over the same course, that's a different story.
The R3GT isn't a sports bike & was never meant as competition for a sports bike, but it can sure shift with the right rider. Not saying I'm that rider, far from it, but I'm enjoying my rides & enjoying getting to know & use more of it's 'personality'. Remember mine is unrestricted & can use 100% throttle, std ya get 65-67% throttle when twist grip is at 100% open. Mine also has the 'Penner tune' with improved AF tables & quicker throttle response.
The GSX definitely tips in quicker & is more flickable, but, the extra horses & massive torque are an advantage, as are the Brembo ABS brakes. The R3Gt is no slouch through twisties, it's not a Harley, it can lean impressively TBH.
As to which bike would win over a set course? IMO it would really depend on the actual course, if the R3GT could use it's additional power, it'd leave the 14 for dust, if it's very twisty & tight, IMO the 14 would probably take the chequered flag on that one.
Main thing is for us to enjoy our variety of machines & ride 'em as often as we can, before we get too old / crook to do so. :onya: :cheers: (worms safely back in the can . . . :popcorn: )
:cruisin:
Quote from: grog on Thursday, 30 January 2025, 06:20 PMMost of the time 14 grunt is more than enough.Way more. Just sometimes id like a few more revs/bhp.Diavel was good at that, Mates 14 with hairdryer(supercharger) just amazing. A 14 with Busa motor,that would tick all boxes except looks. Do we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
what about B-King motor in a GSX1400 frame, then tune the B-King to Hayabusa specs? most of the 'tidying up' has already been done to make the B-King look reasonable as a naked.
Quote from: grog on Thursday, 30 January 2025, 06:20 PMDo we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
Ahem , care to cast yer eye over this?
R3GT.JPG :boogie: :drool: :smitten:
14 motor looks better Col, its hard to beat.
Quote from: KiwiCol on Friday, 31 January 2025, 05:59 PMQuote from: grog on Thursday, 30 January 2025, 06:20 PMDo we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
Ahem , care to cast yer eye over this?
R3GT.JPG :boogie: :drool: :smitten:
Looks like a car motor to me 😂😂😂
Quote from: Tally on Friday, 31 January 2025, 03:45 AMI was supposed to book a test ride on an Indian FTR1200 but I forgot all about it until the dealers messaged me the other day . Would I be interested in this one? I said yes of course but alas no money to pay for it ,not interested in finance deals,never have been ,never will be. I'm gonna pop over there and see if I can arrange a test ride.
I do like them, I might try one one day. I suspect I'd end up with it if possible though so avoiding doing so as I'm idea rich & cash poor.
Quote from: Eric GSX1400K3 on Friday, 31 January 2025, 05:47 PMQuote from: grog on Thursday, 30 January 2025, 06:20 PMMost of the time 14 grunt is more than enough.Way more. Just sometimes id like a few more revs/bhp.Diavel was good at that, Mates 14 with hairdryer(supercharger) just amazing. A 14 with Busa motor,that would tick all boxes except looks. Do we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
what about B-King motor in a GSX1400 frame, then tune the B-King to Hayabusa specs? most of the 'tidying up' has already been done to make the B-King look reasonable as a naked.
B-King motor is a Gen-2 motor with a few bits painted black. The appeal of the B-King is, unlike almost every other Japanese big naked is not a detuned or soft tuned engine, all the differences are external, airbox, ECU, exhaust, so using one as a donor engine is pretty much same-same other than black paint on the barrels etc. I do agree the finish on the engine is a bit better to be seen than hidden behind a fairing Busa version.
Quote from: KiwiCol on Friday, 31 January 2025, 05:59 PMQuote from: grog on Thursday, 30 January 2025, 06:20 PMDo we know a better looking motorcycle motor, probably not.
Ahem , care to cast yer eye over this?
R3GT.JPG :boogie: :drool: :smitten:
Didn't want to hurt your feelings but after hurting my eyes you get an honest reply. Looks not like a motorcycle engine at all. Looks more like an electric bike motor with fake exhaust pipes.
Not that I want one !!!!!
Naked and half fared models.
Honda has officially announced the final editions of the CB1300, including the Super Four, Super Bol d'Or, Super Four SP, and Super Bol d'Or SP models.
Our gsx1400's finished in about 2008 didn't they ? mines actually rego'ed in 09. Must have been sitting in a showroom maybe ????
Have a look at your VIN plate Roo, just before the VIN number is the manufacture month & year. Mine is 10/06
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Quote from: KiwiCol on Sunday, 02 March 2025, 11:44 AMHave a look at your VIN plate Roo, just before the VIN number is the manufacture month & year. Mine is 10/06
I was told mine is a fairly late one.
9/08
Quote from: KiwiCol on Sunday, 02 March 2025, 11:44 AMHave a look at your VIN plate Roo, just before the VIN number is the manufacture month & year. Mine is 10/06
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Ta mate, just had a look.......... 11/7 so end of 2007 !!!~!!! xxxxxx
What bike do you want today ? (pictures required)
1986 FZ750 Ténéré (0U26) Dakar race bike.
(https://i.ibb.co/TQb4YqD/IMG-1629.jpg) (https://ibb.co/t0xqQPw)
62litres of fuel capacity, amazing.
Be a bit top heavy with a full tank...
I bet it doesn't remain top heavy for long!
Quote from: Tony Nitrous on Monday, 03 March 2025, 10:15 PMWhat bike do you want today ? (pictures required)
1986 FZ750 Ténéré (0U26) Dakar race bike.
(https://i.ibb.co/TQb4YqD/IMG-1629.jpg) (https://ibb.co/t0xqQPw)
75hp parallel twin squeezed into YZF frame. PeterHansel was an incredible rider and became a driver eventually.
94hp, 20 valve FZ750 engine.
(https://i.ibb.co/rR684jjS/IMG-1638.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7dWM2ff5)
Racer Jean-Claude Olivier did the original and convinced Yamaha to develop it.
It never did very well, weight, lacked grip on lose surfaces etc. I still think it'd be a heap of fun and very different.
A lad I knew in the UK did a Triumph Tiger with the 4- cylinder 1200 Daytona engine. It got a lot of attention but he struggled a bit with it.
Quote from: Eric GSX1400K3 on Tuesday, 04 March 2025, 02:15 PMBe a bit top heavy with a full tank...
Just go fast = stability!
Rule 1 - don't drop it.
Rule 2 - see rule 1.
If we were to do the full lap of Australia I'd like a GSA 1250 with full fruit. I do like my RT for comfort etc. however dirt roads isn't it's favourite.
+1 on the Beemer.the 1300 looks quite the package.
Quote from: GSXKING on Thursday, 06 March 2025, 12:10 PMIf we were to do the full lap of Australia I'd like a GSA 1250 with full fruit. I do like my RT for comfort etc. however dirt roads isn't it's favourite.
Great bikes - but sooo ugly. Love the original GS. Had a talk with owner of one last season. Envy :salute:
Quote from: Andre on Thursday, 06 March 2025, 08:56 PMQuote from: GSXKING on Thursday, 06 March 2025, 12:10 PMIf we were to do the full lap of Australia I'd like a GSA 1250 with full fruit. I do like my RT for comfort etc. however dirt roads isn't it's favourite.
Great bikes - but sooo ugly
i used to think so too, but they grow on you. I love my K1300GT, and the GS's have their own appeal. The K 1300R and S are also pretty cool because they don't look like any other bikes out there, i think that's part of the appeal.
No one will ever convince me on BMW, cars or bikes. R90S only looker IMO.I dont mind the S1000, bloody quick,i do go for Razgat in WSBK.
(https://i.ibb.co/1tk99nX2/IMG-2926.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8LHjjBx8)
Quote from: Tony Nitrous on Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 12:15 PM(https://i.ibb.co/1tk99nX2/IMG-2926.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8LHjjBx8)
Wow! That is something right there. Congrats on having the vision and the cojones :notworthy:
Not that I could afford it.
This one doesn't get out very often. Complete hand build not unlike Laverdas.
Lovely bike but..... built by the french. :shocked:
Quote from: Tony Nitrous on Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 12:15 PM(https://i.ibb.co/1tk99nX2/IMG-2926.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8LHjjBx8)
Shite round corners!! ;) :lol:
Along with my normal and quite long wish list of everything from X1 Yoshibusa's, 1135E's, SD Katana's, GS1200SS, Inazuma's and all things 16v iL4 Suzuki... I have been looking at GSX1400 prices.
Good condition, tidy black 2008's aren't quite in my target budget at the moment but who knows, that may change.
I do like the one I have, but it's had a hard life and has a list of damage and jobs that need doing. If I had the funds I'd be tempted to buy a nice one, use the good bits off mine and sell the bits I don't need.
I would like a nice clean Black K7, I should wash it :facepalm: