Two-up touring bike

[mossy1200]

After 2 up touring bike. Prefer newer than 1995 without huge km,
Must have good passenger and rider comfort plus luggage would be a large bonus.
Would rather it was 900cc plus and under 3k to buy. In road legal and running correctly would also be a huge bonus.

[nzspokes]

Bandit 1200s. We got an 04 for 2k. Perfect for it. Keep an eye on TM.

Bit of jetting and they have decent power.

[mossy1200]

Bandit 1200s. We got an 04 for 2k. Perfect for it. Keep an eye on TM.

Bit of jetting and they have decent power.

Nice. Assume its not got luggage.
My CR is past reserve and finishes tonight. Can you send me photos that I can have a look at after work if you get time.
Power not over important as long as it will haul 2 people.
Whats the km like and does it have any service history at all?

[nzspokes]

Nice. Assume its not got luggage.
My CR is past reserve and finishes tonight. Can you send me photos that I can have a look at after work if you get time.
Power not over important as long as it will haul 2 people.
Whats the km like and does it have any service history at all?

Sorry that was meant to read they are great buying. We are not selling it. mate got an 99 for 2k the other week with 36ks on it.

And we picked up luggage for next to nothing as well. TM is a great place....

[mossy1200]

Sorry that was meant to read they are great buying. We are not selling it. mate got an 99 for 2k the other week with 36ks on it.

And we picked up luggage for next to nothing as well. TM is a great place....

Theres a few on at the moment but at higher prices. Because it will only be a second bike just need good passenger set and luggage for camping and rallies. Spotted a zzr1100 also which would be a good option. Must admit I had a gs1200ss and hated it. It was uncomfortable to ride but idd expect bandit seat design would be better.

[Ender EnZed]

Spotted a zzr1100 also which would be a good option.

Hard to see how you could go wrong for $2k. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-914201950.htm) I rode one with similar milage a few years ago and really liked it. Comfy neutral-ish riding position, real solid, nicely weighted feel on the road and much smoother and maybe a little faster than a GSXR1100 with half the km on it (compared back-to-back on the same day). I would've bought but couldn't agree on a price with the seller and I was still a little worried about Kawasaki's second gear made of chocolate. I think they fixed it by the D model though.

It was very similar in overall feel to my Hayabusa, I imagine it'd be distinctly familiar to your old ZX14.

[FJRider]

I'm a bit biased ... but ... 37,000 km's ...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-912397005.htm

[BMWST?]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-911784765.htm

[nzspokes]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-911784765.htm

Thats Tidy for the Ks.

[nzspokes]

I'm a bit biased ... but ... 37,000 km's ...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-912397005.htm

To old and hard to get bits for if you break down a long way from home.

[mossy1200]

Hard to see how you could go wrong for $2k. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-914201950.htm) I rode one with similar milage a few years ago and really liked it. Comfy neutral-ish riding position, real solid, nicely weighted feel on the road and much smoother and maybe a little faster than a GSXR1100 with half the km on it (compared back-to-back on the same day). I would've bought but couldn't agree on a price with the seller and I was still a little worried about Kawasaki's second gear made of chocolate. I think they fixed it by the D model though.

It was very similar in overall feel to my Hayabusa, I imagine it'd be distinctly familiar to your old ZX14.

I had the original zx10 sports/tour (1989 I think). It was a great bike. Assume the 1100 being the replacement would also be good. Idd really like a bike with hard luggage so im not tempted to make a trailer or adapt my zx14r trailer.

[FJRider]

To old and hard to get bits for if you break down a long way from home.

Break down ... :killingme ... With 37'000 kms ... it's barely run in.

I've seen some FJ's with 200,000 kms and still running sweet.

Plenty being wrecked too ...

[mossy1200]

It was very similar in overall feel to my Hayabusa, I imagine it'd be distinctly familiar to your old ZX14.

Not sure. The 14 handles surprisingly well. Maybe better than it should for its size. Better than the zx12r that I owned years ago. 1100 might be closer to a blackbird in handling. Likely very well loaded with passenger.

[mossy1200]

I'm a bit biased ... but ... 37,000 km's ...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-912397005.htm

I find that tempting and its on the watch list.

Others include


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913143647
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=908147258
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=911585584
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=912152348
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=914473642

[Ender EnZed]

Not sure. The 14 handles surprisingly well. Maybe better than it should for its size. Better than the zx12r that I owned years ago. 1100 might be closer to a blackbird in handling. Likely very well loaded with passenger.

I wouldn't be surprised if the ZZR11 had a whole bunch of capabilities the ZX12R didn't.Have a go on one before you make your mind up.

[mossy1200]

I wouldn't be surprised if the ZZR11 had a whole bunch of capabilities the ZX12R didn't.Have a go on one before you make your mind up.

It sold this morning. He just mailed me back 2 mins ago. I have asked him to contact me if he has collection issues.

[Ender EnZed]

It sold this morning. He just mailed me back 2 mins ago. I have asked him to contact me if he has collection issues.

Makes sense.

It was a compelling option.

[Ender EnZed]

It sold this morning. He just mailed me back 2 mins ago. I have asked him to contact me if he has collection issues.

Fuck I'll buy it if no one else want's it.

[mossy1200]

Makes sense.

It was a compelling option.
Yes. Mailed him at 6pm hoping it would still be there but suspected he was 500+ cheap on his price and would be sold.

[nzspokes]

Old school but go really well. Shit tons you can do to them to.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-907972537.htm

[mossy1200]

Old school but go really well. Shit tons you can do to them to.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-907972537.htm

Its also on my watchlist and maybe if it was local and I could have a look at it and a ride I would consider it.
Personally idd like a big adventure bmw but wifes not liking that idea.
Its odd that the passenger is making some of the decisions but I guess I sold the hyper bike and bought a sports bike so its almost fair.

[nzspokes]

Its also on my watchlist and maybe if it was local and I could have a look at it and a ride I would consider it.
Personally idd like a big adventure bmw but wifes not liking that idea.
Its odd that the passenger is making some of the decisions but I guess I sold the hyper bike and bought a sports bike so its almost fair.

We got the Bandit only because of the pillion. ST1100 etc she couldnt get comfortable on. My bike kinda worked and kinda didnt.

The big Kwawka has some go along with comfort.

Adventure bikes are naff unless you go offroad. Kinda like a soccer mums 4x4.

[neels]

Its odd that the passenger is making some of the decisions but I guess I sold the hyper bike and bought a sports bike so its almost fair.
That was a big consideration when i got my Ducati st, more riding time if Mrs is keen to come too, great 2up bike with excellent factory luggage, a bit out of your price range though

[mossy1200]

That was a big consideration when i got my Ducati st, more riding time if Mrs is keen to come too, great 2up bike with excellent factory luggage, a bit out of your price range though

Yeah. I sold the zx14r and bought an Agusta f4 which has almost no rear seat so I am after a cheap 2 up bike that's cheap insurance, that I can also take bike rallies loaded with gear. Also something I can park in town without worry that a scooter rider will scratch it in the over populated bike parks in Wellington.
A trump 1200 with factory luggage around 3k would be perfect but even a bandit style bike with pack rack and saddle bags would do the job.
I could adapt the trailer to suit anything with a solid back end if required but idd rather it sold and I had hard luggage.

The café racer just sold 4.25 but idd like save a grand of that towards an endure bike for summer.

[Reckless]

Yeah. I sold the zx14r and bought an Agusta f4 which has almost no rear seat so I am after a cheap 2 up bike that's cheap insurance, that I can also take bike rallies loaded with gear. Also something I can park in town without worry that a scooter rider will scratch it in the over populated bike parks in Wellington.
A trump 1200 with factory luggage around 3k would be perfect but even a bandit style bike with pack rack and saddle bags would do the job.
I could adapt the trailer to suit anything with a solid back end if required but idd rather it sold and I had hard luggage.

The café racer just sold 4.25 but idd like save a grand of that towards an endure bike for summer.

Shoulda kept your Bonnie Mossy nothing better for the bike bitch's comfort :P :2thumbsup :rolleyes: :first:

313563

[mulletman]

Prolly go for more than 3K but you never know

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=915139043

[nodrog]

A BMW K100RS would be ideal.

[mossy1200]

Prolly go for more than 3K but you never know

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=915139043

Watching it but im thinking it will 8k and cost another 5k to make it nice.

[mossy1200]

A BMW K100RS would be ideal.

I had one of those. Even had RT fairing installed by a previous owner.
Be perfect for a 2 up bike. Only cost me 1200 to buy also.

[mossy1200]

Theres a lot of bikes at the moment under 4k.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915305046

Opinion bearing in mind I have a litre bike already. Rt would be heavy and lazy but could carry passenger and gear ok.

I have sent contact details to a lot of Bandit owners also.

[98tls]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-909546485.htmMake him an offer....

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-909546485.htmMake him an offer....

If it was 3 or very near I would but hes really above the bikes worth and beemer owners don't like negotiating much lol.

[98tls]

If it was 3 or very near I would but hes really above the bikes worth and beemer owners don't like negotiating much lol.

Fair call,think you have found what your after ie in the pm..perfect i reckon,as he said bulletproof.

[mossy1200]

Fair call,think you have found what your after ie in the pm..perfect i reckon,as he said bulletproof.

Yes. It looks good also.
To be fair a lot of these bikes would be snapped up if the weather was better so im shopping at a good time.

[T.W.R]

If it was 3 or very near I would but hes really above the bikes worth and beemer owners don't like negotiating much lol.


like this ;)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-913095287.htm

[mossy1200]

like this ;)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-913095287.htm

Yep. That's more tempting. Looks mint and price is good.
Ill need sleep on that one and give it some thought.

Theres a zx6r 2000 model at a superloans shop. Wonder what that will go for.
You may want a little play thing to match your 12.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=912160858

[mulletman]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-913248042.htm

Think these were based around the 1127 so you know these are strong as, I can only compare to the
GSXR1100K I had at the same time and found the SS so much more comfy/roomy and nicer to ride.

As for the crashed FJR i was thinking risers fat bars XJR headlight or something and no fairing, wouldn't dream of sinking big dollars to rebuild.

Fun times :)

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-913248042.htm

Think these were based around the 1127 so you know these are strong as, I can only compare to the
GSXR1100K I had at the same time and found the SS so much more comfy/roomy and nicer to ride.

As for the crashed FJR i was thinking risers fat bars XJR headlight or something and no fairing, wouldn't dream of sinking big dollars to rebuild.

Fun times :)

I have had a ss before and didn't like it. My knees hit fairings and was cramped for room especially with passenger.
Clash of lower leg length to bike ratio. I tried getting seat built up higher and still had issues.

[T.W.R]

Yep. That's more tempting. Looks mint and price is good.
Ill need sleep on that one and give it some thought.

Theres a zx6r 2000 model at a superloans shop. Wonder what that will go for.
You may want a little play thing to match your 12.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=912160858

The beemer is only 10mins away if you want someone to have a gander at it :yes:

:pinch: Assembled, PD'd, & delivered a couple of 6s years back and think "gorilla on a tonka toy" :facepalm: 636 snub nose was nice piece of kit though just too small.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-913248042.htm

Think these were based around the 1127 so you know these are strong as, I can only compare to the
GSXR1100K I had at the same time and found the SS so much more comfy/roomy and nicer to ride.

Fun times :)

GS12ss definitely aren't a two-up bike for distance work.....pillion is perched up like a wind sock; that said, some pretty impressive wheelies can be had with the right person on the back :innocent:

that one isn't flash & on the doggy end of the scale

[mossy1200]

The beemer is only 10mins away if you want someone to have a gander at it :yes:

:pinch: Assembled, PD'd, & delivered a couple of 6s years back and think "gorilla on a tonka toy" :facepalm: 636 snub nose was nice piece of kit though just too small.



GS12ss definitely aren't a two-up bike for distance work.....pillion is perched up like a wind sock; that said, some pretty impressive wheelies can be had with the right person on the back :innocent:

that one isn't flash & on the doggy end of the scale

Im going to leave the beemer thanks. I have sellers remorse on the café racer already.
Im going to go and look at the r1100rt today that's at turners.
Theres a triumph trophy 1200 in ChCh that I would buy but likely to go well above my budget.

[BMWST?]

25 yr old bikes that are nice to ride,and only 60 kms on em,thats only 25 k a week,spent more time sitting still than stones on a riverbank!

[FJRider]

I've always believed these were very much underated by those that never rode one ...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-906449741.htm

[mossy1200]

Finding a lot of over priced bikes. Its like everyone is expecting bike shop prices for bikes that shops wouldn't trade in.

Down to 3 bikes at the moment.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913060061
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915305046
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913143647
Trumpet is likely to go over budget so its not likely to happen.

I found an old r80rt on another auction site. Called him because it was awesome and it had sold 2 months ago. GRRR

Everything else I have contacted people about is a bit overpriced and they wont reduce or has problems that arnt in the advertisement.

[nzspokes]

Thats not a bad looking Bandit. If you end up with it I can send you the stage 1 carb setup, easy as. Looks like it already has a Rider saddle which will be good for 2 up. I have a good trick to lower the pillions pegs as well that is very simple. Then chuck a Busa rear shock in and you are golden.

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=916162091&permanent=0

Now there is a problem. I found this and my budgets changing.

[mossy1200]

Thats not a bad looking Bandit. If you end up with it I can send you the stage 1 carb setup, easy as. Looks like it already has a Rider saddle which will be good for 2 up. I have a good trick to lower the pillions pegs as well that is very simple. Then chuck a Busa rear shock in and you are golden.

Theres a 37k red one in welly with full system and hagon rear shock and yss front suspension mods. 98 model though and likely 4k as hes asking 4.5 ono.

[nzspokes]

Theres a 37k red one in welly with full system and hagon rear shock and yss front suspension mods. 98 model though and likely 4k as hes asking 4.5 ono.

I think the first gen forks are orifice damping so i guess its had some kind of shim stack system fitted.

[nzspokes]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=916162091&permanent=0

Now there is a problem. I found this and my budgets changing.

Oh I like that.

[mossy1200]

Oh I like that.

Yeah and having a sprot bike already it would be a good option for 2 up and rallies plus I already have touring style leathers and boots to suit the style also.

[nzspokes]

Yeah and having a sprot bike already it would be a good option for 2 up and rallies plus I already have touring style leathers and boots to suit the style also.

You dont need to justify it to me, just buy it.

[mossy1200]

You dont need to justify it to me, just buy it.

Its getting expensive. I would like view it as he wont do a wof unless purchased with buy now which is out my price range.

Also its a Honda and im the worst member on KB for calling H riders ghey. It would be like bending down and and taking one up the tail pipe.
Am I closet material?

[Maha]

A primary school teacher had the 74' model, some of us young lads would walk around it wide eyed when he got to school, I can still recall that smell of new/hot motorbike, it was that ocean blue colour, just gorgeous.

Similar to this.. http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-912564807.htm

[mossy1200]

The Goldwing just went off the menu. Easy come easy go.
Decided to stick to the budget and avoid visa withdrawal.

Here it is at 3.6k with new wof and rego includes delivered to Welly.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913060061

[Moi]

A primary school teacher had the 74' model, some of us young lads would walk around it wide eyed when he got to school, I can still recall that smell of new/hot motorbike, it was that ocean blue colour, just gorgeous.

Similar to this.. http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-912564807.htm

That's a political bike - you can colour-match it to the government of the day...

Was the primary school in Auckland?

[Maha]

That's a political bike - you can colour-match it to the government of the day...

Was the primary school in Auckland?


Yeah red or blue ;)

No Palmerston North, I recall a cousin was living with us and her boyfriend had a Kawasaki of sorts, it was a weird orange/pink colour with yellow stripes and two M's on it somewhere, but that Honda was summit else.

[Moi]

Yeah red or blue ;)

No Palmerston North, I recall a cousin was living with us and her boyfriend had a Kawasaki of sorts, it was a weird orange/pink colour with yellow stripes and two M's on it somewhere, but that Honda was summit else.

I went through Auckland Teachers' College and in the group were two guys who rode bikes, one of them was still riding to and from work when he retired as a principal...

[FJRider]

A primary school teacher had the 74' model, some of us young lads would walk around it wide eyed when he got to school, I can still recall that smell of new/hot motorbike, it was that ocean blue colour, just gorgeous.



I remember one of my High school teachers buying (new) ... the first/original ... Honda CB750/4 (it was Gold in colour)

[nzspokes]

The Goldwing just went off the menu. Easy come easy go.
Decided to stick to the budget and avoid visa withdrawal.

Here it is at 3.6k with new wof and rego includes delivered to Welly.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913060061

Nice.

Let me know your e-mail and I will send you the stage one jet specs. Easy to do and more powa..... Also better on gas as well.

Keep an eye out for a Busa gen 1 shock, it makes the bike for 2 up. Stock shock is crap and worse with 80ks on it. I also have the spec for a cheap mod to the forks to get them working well. Also a trick with the fork springs.

[mossy1200]

Nice.

Let me know your e-mail and I will send you the stage one jet specs. Easy to do and more powa..... Also better on gas as well.

Keep an eye out for a Busa gen 1 shock, it makes the bike for 2 up. Stock shock is crap and worse with 80ks on it. I also have the spec for a cheap mod to the forks to get them working well. Also a trick with the fork springs.

Ill check what has been done to the shocks when it arrives next Saturday. Could have been worked on.
You would assume with stock pipes its also stock tune so may look at options with pipe and jets. Might be for my old man riding style the lazy tune might be ok:nya:

[nzspokes]

Ill check what has been done to the shocks when it arrives next Saturday. Could have been worked on.
You would assume with stock pipes its also stock tune so may look at options with pipe and jets. Might be for my old man riding style the lazy tune might be ok:nya:

Out of the box they are jetted way to lean. With a new pipe it gets worse. A few shims, some idle jets and mains along with a pipe finds it decent power. Will ride much smoother as well. I get 300ks before going into the reserve tank.

My punt is the forks and shock will be stock. Busa shock sorts the spring rate for the back as well.

[mossy1200]

Out of the box they are jetted way to lean. With a new pipe it gets worse. A few shims, some idle jets and mains along with a pipe finds it decent power. Will ride much smoother as well. I get 300ks before going into the reserve tank.

My punt is the forks and shock will be stock. Busa shock sorts the spring rate for the back as well.

There is a gsxr1000 shock on tardme that's only 6 mm longer than bandit and 4mm shorter than busa which will fit standard dog bones and lift bike 30mm only which will still work for centre stand. Would that be an even better option?
Its also a common fitment.

I looked for pipes and Yoshi rs3 is cheep enough when I have spare cash. Maybe ill do that when I have spare cash. I have a wish list for the F4 which will see spare cash first though.

Need go for first ride and see how bad the stock set up is also and if its still stock springy things.

[nzspokes]

There is a gsxr1000 shock on tardme that's only 6 mm longer than bandit and 4mm shorter than busa which will fit standard dog bones and lift bike 30mm only which will still work for centre stand. Would that be an even better option?
Its also a common fitment.

I looked for pipes and Yoshi rs3 is cheep enough when I have spare cash. Maybe ill do that when I have spare cash. I have a wish list for the F4 which will see spare cash first though.

Need go for first ride and see how bad the stock set up is also and if its still stock springy things.

Reason for the Busa one is it gives the right spring rate for 2 up where I think the GSXR one is better for solo. Mine works fine with the center stand.

My Busa shock was under $100. Very low Ks to.

[mossy1200]

Reason for the Busa one is it gives the right spring rate for 2 up where I think the GSXR one is better for solo. Mine works fine with the center stand.

My Busa shock was under $100. Very low Ks to.

There is a busa one on tardme but its 170. Guess that's the wrecker prices.

[nzspokes]

There is a busa one on tardme but its 170. Guess that's the wrecker prices.

Yeah mine was private. Dude swapped it out for a Ohlins when the bike was very young. He since sold the bike but kept the shock.

[mossy1200]

Yeah mine was private. Dude swapped it out for a Ohlins when the bike was very young. He since sold the bike but kept the shock.

Nice. looked on ebay and it possible to get one landed around 160. Americans love to pay a lot for freight so UK ends up cheaper.

Cheaper again is go and ride a bike shop busa and do a shock swap.:whistle:

[nzspokes]

Pic of the mod to lower the pillion pegs, this is the rough version but you get the idea. I have done it to mine and it works a treat.

[mossy1200]

Pic of the mod to lower the pillion pegs, this is the rough version but you get the idea. I have done it to mine and it works a treat.

Nice

I found a 2014 busa shock but I cant work out if it the same as the earlier busas. If replacing would be best get new as possible.

[nzspokes]

Nice

I found a 2014 busa shock but I cant work out if it the same as the earlier busas. If replacing would be best get new as possible.

It has to be about 330mm pin to pin. I know the gen 2 fit but is this gen 3?

Gen 1 shock is the common one to use. You can get the Gen 1 models rebuilt with no issues.

[mossy1200]

It has to be about 330mm pin to pin. I know the gen 2 fit but is this gen 3?

Gen 1 shock is the common one to use. You can get the Gen 1 models rebuilt with no issues.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915145493 2014

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915168193 2005

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915166754 2008 B king

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=915166754 gsxr1000 has been in bandit. Spring is a lot diff from busa.

[mossy1200]

Ok bike delivered. 12month wof and 3 months rego all good. Tyres good. Loosest chain I have seen for a while. Move wheel back and all good with no tight spots.
Back suspension has more static sag than a pogo stick.
Going to need sort that.

Installed a bag rack with home made bracket adaption. Think it was a rack for a Boulevard. I bought it a while ago because it was a dollar. 50litre top box is on its way.

[98tls]

Looking good M,had her indoors sit on the back yet,does look comfy.

[nzspokes]

Be careful with that rack just mounted there, have seen pics of the frame broken back there from running a rack just there.

Givi one goes to the front.

Nice looking bike. Get what I mean about the rear shock then?

[mossy1200]

Be careful with that rack just mounted there, have seen pics of the frame broken back there from running a rack just there.

Givi one goes to the front.

Nice looking bike. Get what I mean about the rear shock then?

Yep its got 35mm of static sag and almost no rebound.
Ill be sure not overload. Broken back sections are often overload or passenger using topbox as back rests.
Should be fine for sleeping bags etc and have panniers for heavy stuff.
Ill get a tanks bad also.
Like the thought of the big load without paint damage fears lol.

[nzspokes]

Yep its got 35mm of static sag and almost no rebound.

Well I can send you my one just like it and you can set up a twin shock Bandit......

Go the Busa shock. It just works. I can run the bike to the edges of the tyre 2 up no problem.

That fork mod I posted will be the go to.

[mossy1200]

Well I can send you my one just like it and you can set up a twin shock Bandit......

Go the Busa shock. It just works. I can run the bike to the edges of the tyre 2 up no problem.

That fork mod I posted will be the go to.

Yeah ill likely get the 2014 busa shock just for the fact its 1 year old and only 20 dearer than the next option.
Been offered a gsxr1000 shock 330mm also for 85 which is tempting but spring looks light for 2 up with gear.

[nzspokes]

Yeah ill likely get the 2014 busa shock just for the fact its 1 year old and only 20 dearer than the next option.
Been offered a gsxr1000 shock 330mm also for 85 which is tempting but spring looks light for 2 up with gear.

Cool, 2 beer job to fit. Easy as to do. They need a good chunk of preload, think I added 8mm to the stock Busa setup but mine was gen 1 Busa.

On the chain, with the busa shock it will look a bit saggy when you check it on the ground but it will be right when 2 up.

[mossy1200]

Cool, 2 beer job to fit. Easy as to do. They need a good chunk of preload, think I added 8mm to the stock Busa setup but mine was gen 1 Busa.

On the chain, with the busa shock it will look a bit saggy when you check it on the ground but it will be right when 2 up.

Shocks on the must do. The exhaust and extra 10hp not so important as its tour and rallies and not so much for sporty rides.
I have a mid pipe already so if I see a great deal on a 2inch inlet pipe ill swap it at some point. I cant lower the passenger pegs on the stock pipe but wifey has already climbed on with no issues even though she was in a dress at the time. No Photos.

[nzspokes]

Stock pipe shouldnt make any difference, my bracket is on the stock place. I just run a plate back to it. Piece of piss. Not pretty but works very well.

[mossy1200]

Stock pipe shouldnt make any difference, my bracket is on the stock place. I just run a plate back to it. Piece of piss. Not pretty but works very well.
Yeah I guess. I have some ally bar already. Maybe if the lady complains ill do it. With the lifted back on the busa shock she might. The riders(brand) seat that's on the bike isn't in the best condition on the cover. Might see if I can get a new cover.

[nzspokes]

Yeah I guess. I have some ally bar already. Maybe if the lady complains ill do it. With the lifted back on the busa shock she might. The riders(brand) seat that's on the bike isn't in the best condition on the cover. Might see if I can get a new cover.

The seat will have her higher than stock so you may well not need it. One thing i did do was add a hand hold for her for down hill. Will get a pic tomorrow. Not much to hold on to back there. Was easy to make. My Missus spends most of her time with her hands on her lap but down hill that little extra helps so she doesnt slide into you.

[nzspokes]

Just found a couple of old pics. You get the idea on the exhaust brackets. As I say not pretty but works. Once a couple of other projects are done it will all get pulled off and cleaned up.

The little hand holds that come out are grind pegs off scooters....

We got Superior Saddles make that seat for us.

[mossy1200]

The seat will have her higher than stock so you may well not need it. One thing i did do was add a hand hold for her for down hill. Will get a pic tomorrow. Not much to hold on to back there. Was easy to make. My Missus spends most of her time with her hands on her lap but down hill that little extra helps so she doesnt slide into you.

Its only the getting on that wifey struggles with on some bikes. But im talking pegs 50+mm higher than the back wheel.
We toured on a SP1 lol. That's almost the worst passenger back seat I have seen.

[nzspokes]

Its only the getting on that wifey struggles with on some bikes. But im talking pegs 50+mm higher than the back wheel.
We toured on a SP1 lol. That's almost the worst passenger back seat I have seen.

You toured on a SP1, she must like you then....

[SVboy]

There is a UK Bandit website that is very informative, especially about shock and suspension options. I shall research the name for you.

[SVboy]

Banditforum.co.uk

[mossy1200]

Banditforum.co.uk

Yeah thanks. Was looking at the site. Plenty of shock options and tuning info.
I thought a B-King shock would be a great option but sitting on the bike it feels like it could do with the 30mm tail lift of the busa shock.
It might be that im used to a much higher seat and lower bars.
I need the weather to clear so I can go for a good ride and see what is happening at the front end.
Going to need spring upgrade I would expect at the very least with the rear lifted it will impact on the front a bit more than it would at stock heights.

[nzspokes]

Yeah thanks. Was looking at the site. Plenty of shock options and tuning info.
I thought a B-King shock would be a great option but sitting on the bike it feels like it could do with the 30mm tail lift of the busa shock.
It might be that im used to a much higher seat and lower bars.
I need the weather to clear so I can go for a good ride and see what is happening at the front end.
Going to need spring upgrade I would expect at the very least with the rear lifted it will impact on the front a bit more than it would at stock heights.

Springs and a basic re-valve. Easy stuff.

I put some old motocross bars on which are lower but wider. Much easier 2 up.

[mossy1200]

Springs and a basic re-valve. Easy stuff.

I put some old motocross bars on which are lower but wider. Much easier 2 up.

Must not spend a large sum on bike that's not going to see big lean angles.

I have an extend of lists of wants but a small amount of disposable income.
F4 has a wish list also.
Its received ONE extra so far only. Saying that its a genuine MV part :shifty:
I reduced the plate mount area today though to tidy up the back. It could do with a tail tidy at some stage.

[nzspokes]

Must not spend a large sum on bike that's not going to see big lean angles.

I have an extend of lists of wants but a small amount of disposable income.
F4 has a wish list also.
Its received ONE extra so far only. Saying that its a genuine MV part :shifty:
I reduced the plate mount area today though to tidy up the back. It could do with a tail tidy at some stage.

Same but for me its my Superhawk. But that fork thing I gave you you should be able to do it for under $50.

[mossy1200]

Same but for me its my Superhawk. But that fork thing I gave you you should be able to do it for under $50.

Problem is once you start its hard to stop.
$50 fork mod this week just ends up becoming a gsxr750 modified head, lumpy cams plus some flat slides, a big bore kit plus a bottom end rebuild and a V&H complete titanium exhaust system and 190hp. Now the $50 fork mods not performing and ill be needing a L3 gsxr1000 front end and an extended swingarm plus a fat rear wheel and a penske drag shock and a nitro bottle with 2 stage squirt.

Need stop drinking now.
https://www.google.co.nz/search?q=gsf1200+drag+bike&biw=1188&bih=482&tbm=isch&imgil=ueM_qOBNSsktzM%253A%253BO6_eLbAcVmQC-M%253Bhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.dragbike.com%25 252Fnews%25252F05-00%25252F052600a.htm&source=iu&pf=m&fir=ueM_qOBNSsktzM%253A%252CO6_eLbAcVmQC-M%252C_&usg=__p0Z9f6SXG9qLfiGUqJnGsBq0ihc%3D&ved=0CCUQyjdqFQoTCNHjo9fM5MYCFeNQpgodZdUC7w&ei=iDuqVdH_I-OhmQXlqov4Dg#imgrc=0RO3vpxXegGB-M%3A&usg=__p0Z9f6SXG9qLfiGUqJnGsBq0ihc%3D

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=916997072

These I can afford. Just.

[nzspokes]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=916997072

These I can afford. Just.

Look like toilet cisterns modded to fit your bike.:crazy:

[nzspokes]

Problem is once you start its hard to stop.
$50 fork mod this week just ends up becoming a gsxr750 modified head, lumpy cams plus some flat slides, a big bore kit plus a bottom end rebuild and a V&H complete titanium exhaust system and 190hp. Now the $50 fork mods not performing and ill be needing a L3 gsxr1000 front end and an extended swingarm plus a fat rear wheel and a penske drag shock and a nitro bottle with 2 stage squirt.

Need stop drinking now.
https://www.google.co.nz/search?q=gsf1200+drag+bike&biw=1188&bih=482&tbm=isch&imgil=ueM_qOBNSsktzM%253A%253BO6_eLbAcVmQC-M%253Bhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.dragbike.com%25 252Fnews%25252F05-00%25252F052600a.htm&source=iu&pf=m&fir=ueM_qOBNSsktzM%253A%252CO6_eLbAcVmQC-M%252C_&usg=__p0Z9f6SXG9qLfiGUqJnGsBq0ihc%3D&ved=0CCUQyjdqFQoTCNHjo9fM5MYCFeNQpgodZdUC7w&ei=iDuqVdH_I-OhmQXlqov4Dg#imgrc=0RO3vpxXegGB-M%3A&usg=__p0Z9f6SXG9qLfiGUqJnGsBq0ihc%3D

There is always somebody that takes it to far......

Suspension is the biggy really, it has enough power for the task. You want something you know you can use a bit more lean angle if you need with decent hold. GSXR forks lower the front to much and if the missus likes to bring the kitchen sink with her you will bottom out going out the driveway.