Spot the difference

[Hitcher]

The Technically-Not-A-Bandit spotted at Ngawi today.

The list of mods is now almost done. The next step is suspension, but there's no rush on that.

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[Edbear]

Only one pic..? :( You've got the best model in the best colour, you must show it off!

Nice screen, though.

[Gremlin]

It's the mirrors isn't it? :yes:

[Hitcher]

There are two mods on show there. Eagle eyes seem to have them more or less sorted.

[Edbear]

The GPS? Also the top-box...

[Edbear]

Although the mirrors and screen are prolly the latest...

[FJRider]

It's STILL a Suzuki .... :nya:

[Hitcher]

The top box came with the bike, so I don't count that and the panniers as mods. The GPS has weathered three bikes now and has 1,001 uses around the home.

The screen is new. Fitting it was a character-building experience. It's a Powerbronze Airflow, from Powerbronze Australia.

The mirrors are now functionally enhanced after fitting the packing blocks. I can now see what's directly behind. Magic! Those packers are available online from Just Bandits. I recommend them for any Bandit or GSX that's not being ridden by a woman shorter than 163cm dripping wet.

[Hitcher]

It's STILL a Suzuki...

Yes, while it's Technically-Not-A-Bandit, it is technically a Suzuki. Take one for a ride.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Why is it "technically-not-a-bandit"?

and tell me more about these dripping wet women.

[Hitcher]

Why is it "technically-not-a-bandit"?


Because it isn't. It's a GSX1250FA. The word "Bandit" isn't written on it anywhere. Just like the GSX650F isn't technically a Bandit either.

[HenryDorsetCase]

OK.

and the women?

[Hitcher]

OK.

and the women?

I'm married to one. They're that good. Seriously.

[Ratti]

As good as a Suzuki?


Think carefully before answering this one Hitcher!

[bogan]

Because it isn't. It's a GSX1250FA. The word "Bandit" isn't written on it anywhere. Just like the GSX650F isn't technically a Bandit either.

So the next mod requires a vivid and a steady hand then? :dodge:

At least in your case a dictionary won't be required to get the spelling right!

[Maha]

It's STILL a Suzuki .... :nya:

Soon to be a Suzuki Goldwing...''technically''

[Crasherfromwayback]

As good as a Suzuki?


Think carefully before answering this one Hitcher!

Women are more like Ducati's. Maintain them as you should, they're fine, and a fine ride. Don't...and you can forget about riding them and they'll cost you dearly.

[FJRider]

Soon to be a Suzuki Goldwing...''technically''

Where I grew up ... non-standard ... meant engine modifications ... :yes:

"different" mirrors, screens etc. ... were called accessories ... to call them by any other name was being big-headed ... :lol:

[Hitcher]

Women are more like Ducati's. Maintain them as you should, they're fine, and a fine ride. Don't...and you can forget about riding them and they'll cost you dearly.

And inflation pressures are crucial.

[Hitcher]

to call them by any other name was being big-headed

I wear a XXXL Shoei. Please try to keep up.

[FJRider]

And inflation pressures are crucial.

on some models ... the ego is the only thing inflated ... and the cost of inflation is going up ... :beer:

[Stylo]

Soon to be a Suzuki Goldwing...''technically''

Spot on ..........

[Oakie]

Women are more like Ducati's. Maintain them as you should, they're fine...

Yes. They need to be serviced at least weekly. Oddly though, the more kms on them the less servicing they seem to need.

[Oakie]

Soon to be a Suzuki Goldwing...''technically''

It's not a Bandit ... it's just a very naughty boy.

[MD]

Why is it always calm and sunny in Ngawi? No seriously. It's like a Bermuda triangle effect where crap Wellington weather can't penetrate.

Those indicator pods need to go Hitcher. You can sell them on trademe as spa baths are something similar.

[FJRider]

Yes. They need to be serviced at least weekly. Oddly though, the more kms on them the less servicing they seem to need.

Give them "proper" servicing ... and you may find they perform better ...

If you can't ... they may find one who can ...

[baptist]

Yes. They need to be serviced at least weekly. Oddly though, the more kms on them the less servicing they seem to need.

It's called being worn in ... :o:innocent:

[FJRider]

It's called being worn in ... :o:innocent:

or worn out ... depending on servicing schedules ... :killingme

[Oakie]

or worn out ... depending on servicing schedules ... :killingme

In need of a rebore perhaps?

[FJRider]

In need of a rebore perhaps?

That would depend on tolerances of pistons currently in use ... A hone or at least a close shave ... may be all thats required to keep the rev's up ...

[Oakie]

... A hone or at least a close shave ... may be all thats required to keep the rev's up ...

Now way bloody Hone Harawira is getting near my ride...

[FJRider]

Now way bloody Hone Harawira is getting near my ride...

you've not got a double seat then ... ??? dark covers look cool .... :killingme

[HenryDorsetCase]

That would depend on tolerances of pistons currently in use ... A hone or at least a close shave ... may be all thats required to keep the rev's up ...

Ooooh, I see what you did there.

It has TWO meanings.......

[Mom]

The mirrors are now functionally enhanced after fitting the packing blocks. I can now see what's directly behind. Magic! Those packers are available online from Just Bandits. I recommend them for any Bandit or GSX that's not being ridden by a woman shorter than 163cm dripping wet.

Interesting...

I dont quite make 157cm and am really impressed with the mirrors on Millie, I can almost give myself a start, mistaking my ventura pack for a very dark vehicle right up my date. I have not compared me dripping wet to dry in the rear view aspect *snigger*

[FJRider]

Ooooh, I see what you did there.

It has TWO meanings.......

Always look beyond what you see ... it may supprise you what is there ...

[Hitcher]

I dont quite make 157cm and am really impressed with the mirrors on Millie, I can almost give myself a start, mistaking my ventura pack for a very dark vehicle right up my date. I have not compared me dripping wet to dry in the rear view aspect

One rests one's case.

[Gremlin]

It's the mirrors isn't it? :yes:

There are two mods on show there. Eagle eyes seem to have them more or less sorted.
It was actually a piss-take, but somehow lucked into the mirror extenders... but only when I looked again a minute ago.

One rests one's case.
I suggest starting with something better than a Suzuki... like a BMW. My mirrors don't bother me at all, and I'm a big boy.

Of course... it could be because my bars are almost a metre wide, but they give better leverage :2thumbsup

[Hitcher]

I suggest starting with something better than a Suzuki... like a BMW.

Have you seen the price of those puppies? Are they really THAT good?

[bsasuper]

I dont understand the point of a GPS on a bike, afterall a motorcycle is all about getting away from all that crap.

[Pussy]

One would hope, Mr Hitcher, that one doesn't consult the one known to be VERY economical with the truth when one gets one's suspension modified.....

[bogan]

I dont understand the point of a GPS on a bike, afterall a motorcycle is all about getting away from all that crap.

Nice to be able to find your way back when the need arises though ;)

[FJRider]

Interesting...

I dont quite make 157cm and am really impressed with the mirrors on Millie, I can almost give myself a start, mistaking my ventura pack for a very dark vehicle right up my date. I have not compared me dripping wet to dry in the rear view aspect *snigger*

We have nothing to compare ... so please post pics of you dripping wet ... in a nice T shirt ... of course .. :innocent:

[Gremlin]

Have you seen the price of those puppies? Are they really THAT good?
Horses for courses. It's that thought process that the bike started its very existence designed to withstand the elements and able to cope with certain demands. Yeup, they are expensive, but cheaper in the long run, than going through an expensive process of modifying, and it's still not exactly what you're after.

Simple things, like a 720W alternator, for lots of accessories, without risking overloading the bike, killing your battery etc. Top notch ABS, that you couldn't easily retrofit and electronic suspension, to adjust somewhat on the fly, or stopped, to suit a wide range of surfaces and requirements.

I guess I talk about the GSA, as that's what I have, comes it at almost $40k brand new (got a demo with 4k on the clock - what's 4k to me?) and you should be over 6 foot to handle the damn thing, but just riding along, you know it can take anything you can throw at it and still eat up the km.

As I said tho, horses for courses, if you're enjoying it, then that's what really counts. Of course, I don't have to spend time modifying suspension, mirrors, screen etc, I spent all the coin on lights and electrical goodies :lol:

I dont understand the point of a GPS on a bike, afterall a motorcycle is all about getting away from all that crap.
My mates reckon they're better off when the GPS isn't around me. I can get them more lost and find more interesting roads with it, but once you're doing playing, it can get you out to the nearest gas etc.

[Maha]

I dont understand the point of a GPS on a bike, afterall a motorcycle is all about getting away from all that crap.

The general direction is all one needs to know. One does wonder how we got on before listening to a little voice saying...''turn left now bozo''....:killingme

[Banditbandit]

I suggest starting with something better than a Suzuki... like a BMW. My mirrors don't bother me at all, and I'm a big boy.



Hmmm .. I sold a BMW to buy my 1250 Bandit ... I found it a very good move ...

[GSXR Trace]

My mates reckon they're better off when the GPS isn't around me. I can get them more lost and find more interesting roads with it, but once you're doing playing, it can get you out to the nearest gas etc.

Thats for bloody sure... if you want to go down twisty gravel downhills in the rain, and end up having to stop and turn around because you are lost... follow gremlin and that damn gps!