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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2013 20:24:37 GMT 10
Fazed.....your signature - Mods to come: Ride the bloody thing!!!!! Good advice mate, enjoy her. But if you really want a rear shock, I have one.
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Post by zomax on Jun 2, 2013 23:11:01 GMT 10
We all ride for the same reasons. We all ride for different reasons. As of today, I find myself thinking about different bikes, but at the same time I have to consider the 8 the ideal bike for me. I'm sure that at some point in the future the 8 might not be so ideal.
What makes the 8 right for me is the fact that when I bought it, I had not been on a motorcycle in over 38 years. When shopping for a bike, I found myself looking hard at the liter bikes, but I also knew my lack of experience + a really fast bike would get me killed. I know, I know, if you don't follow the rules, the 8 can kill you too.
Today anyway, I have a bike that has good speed (not exceptional), has good handling, and has a comfortable riding position (we won't discuss the seat). Until some other day, I will enjoy the 8. For those with more experience than I, and know what they want - I say go for it.
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Post by Shock on Jun 3, 2013 4:15:40 GMT 10
Personally I can't see ever selling the 8. She's my baby. I can see turning her into a show bike down the rode if I can ever afford a Ducati Diavel. We all love riding we just enjoy different styles of riding. I might change my mind on the future additional bike I'll get once I experience track days. As of now I've never ridden on a track so I don't know. There is a local group of riders that is open minded to all bike types and does a lot of track days.
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2013 11:58:03 GMT 10
i am at the stage where i am a little bored with the bike... thats probably because i have done all the mods i really want to do on her... One more plasti dip adventure on the tail and that will be it....
still keep thinking about a motard...
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Post by Calscrazy on Jun 3, 2013 13:18:21 GMT 10
If its just a power issue then why not swap the engine, but if its just a tired of the bike issue then get rid of it and get what you want. Be a shame to lose another 8 though.
however a second bike would allow the 8 for commuting and a sportbike for thrashing the twisties!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 3, 2013 13:40:00 GMT 10
i am at the stage where i am a little bored with the bike... thats probably because i have done all the mods i really want to do on her... One more plasti dip adventure on the tail and that will be it.... still keep thinking about a motard... i know the feeling. nothin but my wife and dogs seem to hold my attention indefinitely. have you ridden a motard? i imagine them to be like a motocrosser with street shoes. if i'm remotely close, they would be a friggen blast. to bad we can't have one of everything  |
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Post by Admin on Jun 3, 2013 14:58:46 GMT 10
havent ridden one mate... may not be the most comfy i guess.. but i usually only commute on the bike.. But if i get a motard- i would keep a second set of wheels with offroad tyres and ride with my eldest son..
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Post by blanchy on Jun 3, 2013 17:22:30 GMT 10
It does take a while to swap over especially if you change the master cylinder and run different front guard and lighter bash plate, gearing etc etc
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Post by Deleted on Jun 3, 2013 23:04:11 GMT 10
You dont have to worry too much about gearing cause the difference in wheel size makes up for it a little but in saying that you leave a plus 2 sprocket on you dirt wheels. Generally depending on the bike / brake setup the hardest part is the front wheel with spacers and caliper brackets and shit. Not hard. Just annoying. Just if your looking at getting a bike to do both, your better off buying the dirt version than buying the motard kit for it because if you buy the factory motard they sometimes run bigger forks so different triples but almost always run larger front disc and caliper which wont go onto a dirt wheel.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 3, 2013 23:06:25 GMT 10
Maybe look at a wr250r as you can buy the 250x motard gear pretty cheap.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 3, 2013 23:08:05 GMT 10
But firstly. DEFINITELY take one for a spin. Than let me know how long you can keep your wallet in your pocket for.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 8:47:11 GMT 10
havent ridden one mate... may not be the most comfy i guess.. but i usually only commute on the bike.. But if i get a motard- i would keep a second set of wheels with offroad tyres and ride with my eldest son.. that's friggen awesome that you and your son ride together! i grew up spending every weekend riding with my dad. he used the bike to teach me a shit-ton about life, responsibilities, etc. looking back, it's the best memories i have. enjoy! |
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Post by Camo on Jun 4, 2013 9:28:56 GMT 10
The 250 will be ear splitting on Brens commute though, fair bit of motorway riding.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 10:44:05 GMT 10
The 250 will be ear splitting on Brens commute though, fair bit of motorway riding. if your doing a lot of hi way riding you prob don't want a motard. But the yam 250 has a 6 speed box and injected. At 100kmh they're actually not that bad. |
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Post by Admin on Jun 4, 2013 21:35:38 GMT 10
Well gents... Today I signed a contract to trade in the 8 for the Suzuki dzr400 super motard! Same colour as dooms beast... Was a tough choice but I really wanted to try a different style of bike.. I a, awaiting my finance approval, but it won't be a problem.. Should be signing documents tomorrow..
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Post by Admin on Jun 4, 2013 21:36:40 GMT 10
The 250 will be ear splitting on Brens commute though, fair bit of motorway riding. if your doing a lot of hi way riding you prob don't want a motard. But the yam 250 has a 6 speed box and injected. At 100kmh they're actually not that bad. I'm only doing about 10-15 Kim's on the highway. Rest is ducking and weaving through traffic |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 21:37:30 GMT 10
Please tell me you test rode one first?!
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Post by Admin on Jun 4, 2013 21:40:47 GMT 10
Please tell me you test rode one first?! Yeah but only a short run. This is going to be some fun! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 21:41:29 GMT 10
Well gents... Today I signed a contract to trade in the 8 for the Suzuki dzr400 super motard! Same colour as dooms beast... Was a tough choice but I really wanted to try a different style of bike.. I a, awaiting my finance approval, but it won't be a problem.. Should be signing documents tomorrow.. congrats on the purchase. You'll love it in the twisties! And on the track they're tits! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2013 21:43:05 GMT 10
How much for your juice box?  |
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