Hello from Chicago w/ pics!
#1
Hello from Chicago w/ pics!
Been lurking on here for some time and now have a reason to post. About 3 weeks ago, I became the proud owner of of an absolutely MINT 2002 F4i. I had 3 other F4i's and an SV1k to look at. This bike was the first, and last I looked at. For 3200 in pristine condition with 19700 miles I couldn't turn it down. Bone stock, only mods being a Delkevic oval mini slip-on, flushmounts and c/f wannabe aftermarket mirrors.
Coming from years of 90s rebuild project sportbikes(currently a 93 Kawi ZX6E), this bike is a pure luxury to ride. Controls and handling are butter smooth. Fuel injection My wife is not 100% happy with the seating comfort, and lack of grab bar(at 4'11 with matching arms, reaching the tank to brace for braking is not an option), but hopefully we can find a work around as we plan on alot of 2-up sport-touring next summer.
I have to say though, I was a little disappointed and concerned after reading an earlier post and finding out that my fairings are aftermarket(PGM-FI under the F4i logo). I'm a little confused why though since there isnt a single scuff or scratch ANYWHERE on the bike indicating that it went down. The bike rides and tracks perfect-
Next spring, that hideous fender will be replaced with an undertail. I couldnt resist a quick mod of my own in the mean time
Coming from years of 90s rebuild project sportbikes(currently a 93 Kawi ZX6E), this bike is a pure luxury to ride. Controls and handling are butter smooth. Fuel injection My wife is not 100% happy with the seating comfort, and lack of grab bar(at 4'11 with matching arms, reaching the tank to brace for braking is not an option), but hopefully we can find a work around as we plan on alot of 2-up sport-touring next summer.
I have to say though, I was a little disappointed and concerned after reading an earlier post and finding out that my fairings are aftermarket(PGM-FI under the F4i logo). I'm a little confused why though since there isnt a single scuff or scratch ANYWHERE on the bike indicating that it went down. The bike rides and tracks perfect-
Next spring, that hideous fender will be replaced with an undertail. I couldnt resist a quick mod of my own in the mean time
#2
Welcome to CBRF!
Great looking bike! I have the Red Bull "mod" as well. ;-)
Don't sweat the aftermarket fairings. Most likely just the side fairings are replacements. The PO could've simply replaced them from the bike being tipped over, etc. It doesn't always take a crash to feel the need to replace parts/fairings.
The pipe/can looks like a Yoshi Tri Oval CF but there aren't any visible markings.
Good to have you w/ us.
Great looking bike! I have the Red Bull "mod" as well. ;-)
Don't sweat the aftermarket fairings. Most likely just the side fairings are replacements. The PO could've simply replaced them from the bike being tipped over, etc. It doesn't always take a crash to feel the need to replace parts/fairings.
The pipe/can looks like a Yoshi Tri Oval CF but there aren't any visible markings.
Good to have you w/ us.
#3
#5
Welcome to CBRF!
Great looking bike! I have the Red Bull "mod" as well. ;-)
Don't sweat the aftermarket fairings. Most likely just the side fairings are replacements. The PO could've simply replaced them from the bike being tipped over, etc. It doesn't always take a crash to feel the need to replace parts/fairings.
The pipe/can looks like a Yoshi Tri Oval CF but there aren't any visible markings.
Good to have you w/ us.
Great looking bike! I have the Red Bull "mod" as well. ;-)
Don't sweat the aftermarket fairings. Most likely just the side fairings are replacements. The PO could've simply replaced them from the bike being tipped over, etc. It doesn't always take a crash to feel the need to replace parts/fairings.
The pipe/can looks like a Yoshi Tri Oval CF but there aren't any visible markings.
Good to have you w/ us.
I have to say, though this color combo was probably my least favorite F4i scheme, its really starting to grow on me. Yeah, I'm really loving this bike.
#6
You could easily change the color scheme to black wings on silver by replacing the lower fairings & putting on black tank decals. Just pointing out the option for you. In fact, sans the tank, you can change the entire look altogether w/ completely dif fairing kits but you'd have to paint or wrap the tank.
#7
Wow, that was quick! Thanks for the welcomes/compliments guys. I wish my replies didnt have to get reviewed before they're visible, but I probably have to build a post count first.
Oh, its been along time since I've been without a bike. This is just my first modern(ish) one.
Hopefully we see more of you around now that you have a bike!
#9
You could easily change the color scheme to black wings on silver by replacing the lower fairings & putting on black tank decals. Just pointing out the option for you.