f4i guys moving to liter bikes
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f4i guys moving to liter bikes
I am just curious as to what some of the opinions are about the neccessary seat experience/time you guys think a f4i rider should have before he attempts to move on to a 1000 or even a busa?
Obviously the liter bikes will be faster so what is some of the "must haves" for a rider to have coming from the f4i world to the liter bike world?
Obviously the liter bikes will be faster so what is some of the "must haves" for a rider to have coming from the f4i world to the liter bike world?
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RE: f4i guys moving to liter bikes
throttle control. a liter bike pulls the front tire from the pavement a lot eaiser than a 600.
on a side note how did you bring yourself to part with that syclone? i've rode in a (far from stock) ty and it didn't take long for me to fall in love with it.
on a side note how did you bring yourself to part with that syclone? i've rode in a (far from stock) ty and it didn't take long for me to fall in love with it.
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RE: f4i guys moving to liter bikes
If you've been riding for less than two years I don't recommend making this switch.
Bigger bikes mean more discretion with regards to all inputs..alot more discretion...throttle, brake, turn-in...everything.
"Smooth" is the name of the game.
My only advice is be very aware of what you're doing when it comes time to pickup the pace.
Big bikes will bite and when they do they usually bite hard.
Don't be afraid to be deliberate with your inputs, just make sure you are respecting what's beneath you at all times.
Ease into your new surroundings...don't be eager to push it right away or you'll get bit.
Bigger bikes mean more discretion with regards to all inputs..alot more discretion...throttle, brake, turn-in...everything.
"Smooth" is the name of the game.
My only advice is be very aware of what you're doing when it comes time to pickup the pace.
Big bikes will bite and when they do they usually bite hard.
Don't be afraid to be deliberate with your inputs, just make sure you are respecting what's beneath you at all times.
Ease into your new surroundings...don't be eager to push it right away or you'll get bit.
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RE: f4i guys moving to liter bikes
If you like straightaways or the highway, the 'busa would be ok, other than that it is a pig in the corners or putzing around town on. The 600 is great on twisty roads, but for long distance, lack of a fuel gauge and riding position get the best of you. If you want to move up think about a VFR800 or a GSXR750 first. Kind of transition your way up to the big bike. I did it backwards and wish I hadn't. Stay away from the 'busa unless you are gonna drag race or like throwing money at the gas pump. Poor gas mileage and mediocre handling. VERY HEAVY BIKE.
(Obviously I don't like the 'busa)
(Obviously I don't like the 'busa)
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