Oh happy day. Wife agrees to me getting a new motorcyle!

BAMAVOO

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So, we are eating dinner and I said I really like the new Ninja and this is what I want to give myself as a graduation gift in July. She just said, well start saving your money and get more insurance.

I am very happy as I have not owned a bike in years, but do get to ride on occasion every year.

I can't wait to drop the pictures of the new ride!!!!

Now give me my cookie! :D

Updated with a stock photo....MMM
 

amdskip

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You should check out a Hayabusa instead. My friend just got one and it is insanely fast.
 

BAMAVOO

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Originally posted by: amdskip
You should check out a Hayabusa instead. My friend just got one and it is insanely fast.

I am too old for the ultra fast.

This bike is more for sporting around town with a less than sport bike perfomance.


The price MSRP is only around $6300!
 

BAMAVOO

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Originally posted by: swtethan
Originally posted by: amdskip
You should check out a Hayabusa instead. My friend just got one and it is insanely fast.

he probably does not want to die

That is so true. When I owned my Hurricane, I would go nutz on it. I don't want a bike that can hit 187 mph, I would be too tempted to test it!
 

BAMAVOO

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Originally posted by: PELarson
So you signed the $10,000,000 life policy!;)

I told her I already had two policies and how much they were and she said get more. :D
 

amdskip

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My friend had his at 90 in 1st gear, it's a 6 speed btw. So yes, kinda a crazy bike.
 

BAMAVOO

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Originally posted by: amdskip
My friend had his at 90 in 1st gear, it's a 6 speed btw. So yes, kinda a crazy bike.

No doubt about, I have ridden several full on sport bikes up to 1000cc and I know the power they posess. I also know the DEVIL himself is lurking inside each and every one of them!

Every person I know that owns a sport bike will tell you the same thing, speed is addictive and you only crave more over time. If you get a bike that won't do mach speeds you don't have to worry about it.
 

Kelvrick

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specs? looks like a yamaha fz1/fz6 competitor. Don't think it'll be as "fast" as a 600cc.

Looks very nice though, almost comfy enough for daily commuter.

EDIT: Now that I think about it, looks a lot sweeter then the suzuki sv650.
 

BAMAVOO

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Originally posted by: Kelvrick
specs? looks like a yamaha fz1/fz6 competitor. Don't think it'll be as "fast" as a 600cc.

Looks very nice though, almost comfy enough for daily commuter.

You are correct, it is a direct competitor and not nearly as fast as the 600cc class.

Engine Type: 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Parallel Twin
Displacement: 649 cc
Bore & Stroke: 83.0 x 60.0 mm
Maximum Torque: N/A
Compression Ratio: 11.3:1
Carburetor: DFI with Keihin 38mm Throttle Bodies (2)
Transmission: 6-Speed
Final Drive: O-Ring Chain
Rake/Trail: 25°/4.2 in.
Front Wheel Travel: 4.7 in
Rear Wheel Travel: 4.9in
Front Tire Size: 120/70-17
Rear Tire Size: 160/60-17
Wheelbase: 55.3
Front Suspension: 41mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension: Offset Laydown Single Shock
Front Brake Type: Dual 300mm Petal Disc with 2-Piston Caliper
Rear Brake Type: Single 220mm Petal Disc
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.1 gal.
Seat Height: 30.9
Dry Weight: 393
Color: Galaxy Silver/Metallic Graystone, Ebony/Galaxy Silver
Warranty: 12 months
Good Times Protection Plan: 24, 36 or 48 months
* Pricing and specifications subject to change.

Features
Unique features:
- Aggressive Ninja styling
- Compact size and weight
- Low seat height
- Powerful twin-cylinder engine
Engine
- 649cc twin-cylinder, DOHC engine
- Parallel twin engine is the most compact in its category. The engine is considerably smaller than that of the Ninja 500 and helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle.
- Tuned to deliver smooth, responsive power in the low-to mid-rpm range with exceptional roll-on response for negotiating city traffic.
- Triangular crank and transmission shaft layout makes the engine very short from front to back, a semi-dry sump (KP) oil system reduces overall engine height, while narrow pitch of the chrome composite (KP) plated aluminum cylinders helps reduce engine width.
- Muffler with 3-way catalyzer and bullet-tip opening is mounted below the engine to help lower the center of gravity and aid weight centralization.
- 180-degree crankshaft plus balancer shaft for extremely smooth engine operation.
- Oil jets connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling.
Liquid Cooling (KP)
- Maintains consistent engine temperatures for long engine life and sustained power during hard use.
- Allows closer engine tolerances for more horsepower.
- Coolant is routed through the engine cases to reduce external hoses.
Digital Fuel Injection
- 38mm Keihin throttle bodies feature sub-throttle valves (KP) for optimum performance and rideablity. The sub-throttles, located behind the main throttle valves, are controlled by the ECU so that the EFI system has more precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor.
- Precise fuel injection plus exhaust catalyzer significantly reduce emissions.
- Automatic fast idle system makes starting and warm-up easy.
Digital Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) System (KP)
- Microprocessor-controlled timing never needs adjustment and is ultra-responsive to engine needs.
- Spark plug mounted ?stick? ignition coils are compact and help reduce weight.
6-Speed Transmission
- Cassette-style transmission puts the transmission shafts and shifts into a compact layout that is easily removed as a single unit from the cases for easier maintenance.
Trellis Frame
- High tensile steel trellis frame is small and light.
- Designed using 3-dimensional computer analysis to achieve the optimum stiffness balance for better handling.
- Narrow at the knees and feet for rider comfort and control.
Single-shock Rear Suspension
- Braced swingarm and offset, laydown single rear and shock complement the frame design to create an integrated line flowing from the steering head to the rear hub.
- Short, compact frame and engine design allows the swingarm to be longer, which helps improve overall handling.
Triple Petal Design Brake Discs
- Petal design offers improved cooling and warp resistance.
- Same design found on the Ninja ZX-6R and ZX-10R supersports machines.
6-spoke wheels
- Also found on the ZX-6R and ZX-10R, the 6-spoke design requires much less material between spokes so that the rim thickness is thinner and overall wheel weight is reduced.
Confidence-Inspiring Cockpit
- Low, narrow seat combined with the slim overall design allows riders to firmly plant both feet on the ground when stopped.
- Carefully designed ergonomics result in a natural, comfortable riding position.
- Textured seat cover helps keep the rider planted
Bodywork
- Stylish full fairing with aerodynamic windscreen cuts through the wind and helps protect the rider.
- Integrated front turn signals with clear lenses enhance appearance
 

BAMAVOO

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I have seen the top end estimated speeds of around 130, which is fast enough these days.

I have also seen articles say it can give the Super Sport class fits in the curves. :D
 

Kelvrick

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Originally posted by: BAMAVOO
I have seen the top end estimated speeds of around 130, which is fast enough these days.

I have also seen articles say it can give the Super Sport class fits in the curves. :D

Very nice bike. Much prettier then the sv650 and the nice full fairings give you better wind protection. Lower ride seat (around 5-10 to 6' it looks like) and the low grip handle bar looks great.

Only bad thing though, no progressive gas indicator.
 

teddyv

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Think about an MSF ERC course and an Aerostich :)

If you get the itch to ride further and further think about a BMW. I started with a Honda Interceptor, moved up to a Ninja 600 but anything more than 400 miles in a day was torture. I bought a BMW K75S and never looked back (until I traded up to a K1100RS.) One of my first real trips turned into an amazing 2-week ride from DC to the tip of Cape Breton, NS and back (compulsory pic from the awesome Rt. 27 in northern Maine on the way back from Quebec City.)

And BTW, the new K1200S spanks the Busa and comes stock with such niceties as hard side luggage, heated grips, electronic cruise control and ABS brakes :)
 

boyRacer

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Wow thats the best looking bike with a banana seat I've seen... looks awesome. :D :thumbsup:

Ride safe :)

EDIT: How come the 500R still looks like crap... lol.
 

Whisper

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Nice looking bike indeed, congrats.

I'm hoping to replace my '97 GSX-R 600 eventually (most likely with either a gixxer 750 or ninja zx6r...don't even want to bother with a litrebike), but it's quite nice for the time being, and served me very well as a daily commuter for two years until I got my car last january.

Good times ahead for you :)
 

d33pt

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Originally posted by: BAMAVOO
Originally posted by: PELarson
So you signed the $10,000,000 life policy!;)

I told her I already had two policies and how much they were and she said get more. :D

hrmm..maybe she's tired of you.