Bought a Sport Bike :)

[Big_D]

I have been without the NSX since May and having the boat was a nice distraction but now that the boating season is over I have found myself looking at bikes. I looked and sat on a bunch and started looking at biker forums to figure out which one to get. I hadn't ridden in over 20 years so I have missed alot of the technology improvements and was bewildered with the choices available. I pretty much knew that I wanted a sport bike instead of a cruiser so that narrowed things down a bit. After a lot of research between the different manufacturers I decided on a Suzuki GSX-R 750. I wanted a bigger machine than a 600 but was leary to go to a 1000 right away so I felt the 750 was a good comprimise. I then found an '08 model that was in great shape with low miles. I must say that it is a blast to ride and the accelleration is much like that of the NSX but without the limitation of 9000 rpm....:wink:

I was sure to properly outfit myself in the latest safety gear and have enrolled in a motorcycle safety class as a refresher. I already have a class M license since I kept it current over the years with the intent of getting another bike someday. I found a couple of local sport bike clubs to join and am now beginning to meet up for group rides. If anyone in the San Diego area wants to meet up for a ride sometime, let me know!

BTW, If you noticed the 350Z convertible in the garage, well that is my wife's new toy. It was part of the negotiating process. Now we both have something new and fun to drive. The best part is we can both can enjoy them together!

 

[ravi4l]

Nice Ride I had 1 off these they are Fast ... but i like the 600RR easer to toss around or the 1000RR very taller 1st gear(100MPH) good luck and keep the shiny side up.

ravi

 

[SaleenS7Rs]

Is that a stock exhaust? I never saw one that looks like that ever.

 

[Big_D]

Is that a stock exhaust? I never saw one that looks like that ever.

Yes, it is a stock pipe. I thought it was unusual also.

 

[topgunsnsx]

I have been without the NSX since May and having the boat was a nice distraction but now that the boating season is over I have found myself looking at bikes. I looked and sat on a bunch and started looking at biker forums to figure out which one to get. I hadn't ridden in over 20 years so I have missed alot of the technology improvements and was bewildered with the choices available. I pretty much knew that I wanted a sport bike instead of a cruiser so that narrowed things down a bit. After a lot of research between the different manufacturers I decided on a Suzuki GSX-R 750. I wanted a bigger machine than a 600 but was leary to go to a 1000 right away so I felt the 750 was a good comprimise. I then found an '08 model that was in great shape with low miles. I must say that it is a blast to ride and the accelleration is much like that of the NSX but without the limitation of 9000 rpm....:wink:

I was sure to properly outfit myself in the latest safety gear and have enrolled in a motorcycle safety class as a refresher. I already have a class M license since I kept it current over the years with the intent of getting another bike someday. I found a couple of local sport bike clubs to join and am now beginning to meet up for group rides. If anyone in the San Diego area wants to meet up for a ride sometime, let me know!

BTW, If you noticed the 350Z convertible in the garage, well that is my wife's new toy. It was part of the negotiating process. Now we both have something new and fun to drive. The best part is we can both can enjoy them together!

How hard were you twisting the throttle? The acceleration should be much, much, more violent then a NSX. Unless of course you had a very high powered NSX. Bikes are fun, just be safe.

 

[Big_D]

How hard were you twisting the throttle? The acceleration should be much, much, more violent then a NSX. Unless of course you had a very high powered NSX. Bikes are fun, just be safe.

Not very hard....It is a lot faster than the NSX. The bike will do a 0-60 in under 3 secs and does a 10 sec 1/4 mile. I just don't want to push it untill I get more seat time.

The cool thing with the newer bikes is that they have different accelleration modes. On this bike they have 3 modes. Mode A is normal but mode B & C will not respond to your throttle inputs as much. It basically reduces the power to be more forgiving so you don't accidently pull a wheelie.

Thanks!

 

[Big_D]

Nice Ride I had 1 off these they are Fast ... but i like the 600RR easer to toss around or the 1000RR very taller 1st gear(100MPH) good luck and keep the shiny side up.

ravi

Thanks Ravi, I am sure one day I will progress to a 1 litre bike. I had my eye on a Yamaha R1 but decided to wait till I get a few years of experience before I step up the power.

 

[Chris NSX]

750 is a good all-round sport bike. Just keep the rubber side down. Ride Safe..

Last fall I convinced two of my friends to buy sport bikes too.

SPRCHGDNSX = Red CBR 1000RR
goa360 = Black R1
Chris NSX = Silver CBR 1000RR

New

With exhaust

 

[sahtt]

No new super sport since about 2001 has been "easy" to ride or a remotely good beginner bike. That 2008 750cc will roast every liter bike (and then some) that is more than seven or eight years old. New 600's are now faster than 8-10 year old liter bikes. But no matter how fast they get the old "you can't handle a liter, start on something smaller like a 600" advice keeps being put out there.

Take it easy until you get your habits back in gear. It sounds like you are already taking all the necessary precautions. My 1400cc 200hp zx14 is much less dangerous to ride aggressively than the 06 zx6r I had at the same time. The newer SS's are twitchy and every control mechanism (brakes, steering, throttle) does exactly what you tell it whether you know what you are doing or not. The A-B-C mode is an interesting addition to GSXR'S (don't think the other manufacturers are on board with that just yet) but something about it is a little unnerving as well (who's buying one of these things that thinks using "A" mode vs "C" mode is going to save them).

 

[NSXEXY]

from an 05 600rr to to this 04 R1

 

[HIJACKER]

Very nice! I owned a 2000 R6 starting from 2000 to 2003. I would never own one again, too old now.

For memories, just before I sold it:

 

[JeffShoots]

That's cool I've had 4 750 GSXRs and love them... now I have a 1K Hooters Race but Modded for street. The 750 is the best "money" power to weight bike I know of.

The 1K is just too much, track or street maybe strait line 1K is cool but corners the 750 is HOT. Great bike :smile:

Later,

 

[eyecandy]

I learned on a friends ninja 250 for a few months to get comfy then I bought a 04 gixxer 600. Loved that thing, but hardly rode it last year, so I sold it over the winter. I do miss it...

 

[Big_D]

750 is a good all-round sport bike. Just keep the rubber side down. Ride Safe..

Last fall I convinced two of my friends to buy sport bikes too.

SPRCHGDNSX = Red CBR 1000RR
goa360 = Black R1
Chris NSX = Silver CBR 1000RR

New

With exhaust

Thanks
Nice looking Bike! That exhaust is very sweet. I am sure I will upgrade mine eventually. Luckily it already had the rear fender delete kit on it.

No new super sport since about 2001 has been "easy" to ride or a remotely good beginner bike. That 2008 750cc will roast every liter bike (and then some) that is more than seven or eight years old. New 600's are now faster than 8-10 year old liter bikes. But no matter how fast they get the old "you can't handle a liter, start on something smaller like a 600" advice keeps being put out there.

Take it easy until you get your habits back in gear. It sounds like you are already taking all the necessary precautions. My 1400cc 200hp zx14 is much less dangerous to ride aggressively than the 06 zx6r I had at the same time. The newer SS's are twitchy and every control mechanism (brakes, steering, throttle) does exactly what you tell it whether you know what you are doing or not. The A-B-C mode is an interesting addition to GSXR'S (don't think the other manufacturers are on board with that just yet) but something about it is a little unnerving as well (who's buying one of these things that thinks using "A" mode vs "C" mode is going to save them).

Wow, 200 HP on a bike, thats a lot of power.

To be honest, I haven't run it in "B" or "C" mode yet. It starts up in "A" mode so I just try to be cautious with the throttle. I just take my time and don't get in a hurry.

from an 05 600rr to to this 04 R1

You can't go wrong with an R1. Blue is always a good looking color.

Very nice! I owned a 2000 R6 starting from 2000 to 2003. I would never own one again, too old now.

For memories, just before I sold it:

That was a sweet looking bike! Are you ever too old? :smile: I'm getting close to 50 and figure I can ride for 15 or 20 more years.

That's cool I've had 4 750 GSXRs and love them... now I have a 1K Hooters Race but Modded for street. The 750 is the best "money" power to weight bike I know of.

The 1K is just too much, track or street maybe strait line 1K is cool but corners the 750 is HOT. Great bike :smile:

Later,

Thanks, From the sounds of it I made a pretty good decision. I like the fact that this bike is under 400 lbs full of fuel.

I learned on a friends ninja 250 for a few months to get comfy then I bought a 04 gixxer 600. Loved that thing, but hardly rode it last year, so I sold it over the winter. I do miss it...

Luckily in CA we can ride all year long. :smile: Hopefully I will ride it more than I drove my NSX. At least with this thing I won't worry about racking up the miles.

 

[Mike-san]

Dennis,
If your wife wanted a new toy (sportscar), why didn't you just give her the black 91' ? You could have your cake and eat it too !

 

[whiteNSXs]

Nice!
Steve

 

[Ko-nsx]

I love sport-bike threads. here are mine. I'm currently riding(no much) the repsol

 

[Moses]

Congrats on your new bike, I looked for awhile as well. This for me was my first bike ever and I didn't want something small nor big. They always say get the bike you want first rather then settling on a "beginner biker". So I went with the bike that I've wanted since I was a child, a Ducati Monster. First thing I did was take the driving course and buy some gear. I heard it’s mandatory to take the drivers course in order to get your license, I feel it’s a must. Ride safe and keep the rubber side down.

 

[RYU]

Congrats! Next thing you know you'll be dragging knee on the Palomar Mtn Rd!

 

[Big_D]

Dennis,
If your wife wanted a new toy (sportscar), why didn't you just give her the black 91' ? You could have your cake and eat it too !

I considered that but she wanted a convertible. That and trying to keep a black car clean was too much for me.

Nice!
Steve

Thanks!

I love sport-bike threads. here are mine. I'm currently riding(no much) the repsol

Wow, nice looking collection you have there! I think I like the charcoal color one the best.

Congrats on your new bike, I looked for awhile as well. This for me was my first bike ever and I didn't want something small nor big. They always say get the bike you want first rather then settling on a "beginner biker". So I went with the bike that I've wanted since I was a child, a Ducati Monster. First thing I did was take the driving course and buy some gear. I heard it’s mandatory to take the drivers course in order to get your license, I feel it’s a must. Ride safe and keep the rubber side down.

Thanks, I have always liked the Ducati. Your right,you are required to take a safety class before getting a license. Luckily I already had mine.

Congrats! Next thing you know you'll be dragging knee on the Palomar Mtn Rd!

Thanks! I am looking forward to some Palomar Mtn and Ortega Hwy runs, but am waiting till I get some more seat time in before I tackle some of those roads.