My take on the GSX1300R K8

[Crasherfromwayback]

Took this beast home over the weekend...and went for a blast to Martinbourgh Sunday.

Holy fucken shit.

End of story.:scooter:

[Cajun]

hahah crasher, they are so smooth you go very fast very quickly with out knowning.

[Finn]

Holy fucken shit.

Agree. They are shit of biblical proportions. :whistle:

[Crasherfromwayback]

hahah crasher, they are so smooth you go very fast very quickly with out knowning.

Yeah the first time I ran it through every gear full song until the rev limiter in top made me realize they're not sluggish!


Agree. They are shit of biblical proportions. :whistle:

Yeah...I saw God!

[slimjim]

nice km eater ....any weight problem on wrist's with lean forward

[Cajun]

Yeah the first time I ran it through every gear full song until the rev limiter in top made me realize they're not sluggish!


yeah not slug, but not as fun to ride compared to early model, with motor being so much smoother etc

[Crasherfromwayback]

nice km eater ....any weight problem on wrist's with lean forward

None at all mate...and I'm 42...so over bars that are too low etc.

I did around 260kms in distance..and was fresh as when I got home. Unlike my gruts.

[wbks]

Aren't they slower than the earlyer ones or something?

[Cajun]

Aren't they slower than the earlyer ones or something?

only due to all bikes now limited to 299km/h top speed, the early ones(1999 models), could do more hence reason busa still has title of fastest mass production bike

But saying that all you need is a 1500ohm resistor to get around it on a suzuki.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Aren't they slower than the earlyer ones or something?

As Cajun said...only that they're 'restricted' to 300 clicks. They get there much faster though!

[Fatjim]

Yeah the first time I ran it through every gear full song until the rev limiter in top made me realize they're not sluggish!
You do know they have more than 2?




Yeah...I saw God!

That's Blasphemy, but I did look good didn't I?

[Crasherfromwayback]

You do know they have more than 2?




That's Blasphemy, but I did look good didn't I?

Yep, althought it was the last two that are the really scary ones.

No.

[nudemetalz]

You need to slow down, Crasher.
Something of the Griso or XR1200 would suit your "advanced age" me thinks ;)

[Pussy]

Took this beast home over the weekend...and went for a blast to Martinbourgh Sunday.

Holy fucken shit.

End of story.:scooter:

You mean to say you've only just ridden the 08 'Busa... when you wouldn't let me leave your shop last January until I had agreed to take the bike for a testride??
Bloody awesome bike... the 08 is the only 'Busa I have ridden... loved it!

[Crasherfromwayback]

You mean to say you've only just ridden the 08 'Busa... when you wouldn't let me leave your shop last January until I had agreed to take the bike for a testride??
Bloody awesome bike... the 08 is the only 'Busa I have ridden... loved it!

I've ridden them a few times...but never out in open spaces where I can ride one as they were designed to be ridden...full song!

That's the difference!

[Crazy Steve]

Took this beast home over the weekend...and went for a blast to Martinbourgh Sunday.

Holy fucken shit.

End of story.:scooter:

I agree...The 2008 Busa is by far the fastest bike ive ever ridden..

Saw 290kph easy in fifth and it felt like it would keep going way past that..Apart from my Jacket about to leave my back...:baby:

It was a SUPER SMOOTH ride....:2thumbsup

Crazy Steve..

[wbks]

only due to all bikes now limited to 299km/h top speed, the early ones(1999 models), could do more hence reason busa still has title of fastest mass production bike

But saying that all you need is a 1500ohm resistor to get around it on a suzuki.
Isn't japan kinda stupid saying "hey you can make bikes go 200km over the limit but not 300":stupid: How fast do they go once de-restricted? Or has the new engine been tuned down mechanically at all?

[Cajun]

Isn't japan kinda stupid saying "hey you can make bikes go 200km over the limit but not 300":stupid: How fast do they go once de-restricted? Or has the new engine been tuned down mechanically at all?


When busa first came out in 99 was a big who har, about bikes going to fast, and pushing to be fastest bike blah, hp limits/speed limits etc, so the japanese got together to put limits on top speed, before governments made them, sorta gentlemans agreement, same with japanese kw rating in cars.

[gixxer-king]

When busa first came out in 99 was a big who har, about bikes going to fast, and pushing to be fastest bike blah, hp limits/speed limits etc, so the japanese got together to put limits on top speed, before governments made them, sorta gentlemans agreement, same with japanese kw rating in cars.

hehe, mine has no restrictor, ecu tune up and modified speed sensor were all that were needed i think.
absolutely no point making go that fast though. Had a very close friend take it to 343 on the gps (screen shot to come) but 320 was my limit and when tunnel vision hits and the road is a blur, well thats fast enough i think.

[Blackbird]

Had a very close friend take it to 343 on the gps (screen shot to come) .

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but you can conclude that your GPS was in error. 343 km/hr is 213mph (which is somewhere close to the UK record set by a non-street legal turbo 'busa with a long run-in at Elvington air strip). It takes collosal extra horsepower to make even small gains at those speeds because of drag increasing as the square.

Having said that, the 'busa is one hell of a machine, even more so on NZ roads:Punk:

[Rodney007]

hmmn that cant be right, on tourist trophy i got 393 out of the racing busa.

[sinned]

Took this beast home over the weekend...and went for a blast to Martinbourgh Sunday.

Holy fucken shit.

End of story.:scooter:
It looks good in my garage.
Thanks for running it in for me Pete.

[vtec]

I got to take my fathers 07 on the Taupo long circuit. That was good fun, but had major ground clearance issues.

The 08 feels like the handling has improved, as has the throttle response, and it makes the older model feel like it was retarded at low revs. It's a noticeably better bike than the old model. I was really impressed by how nimble such a big bike can be.

[Edbear]

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but you can conclude that your GPS was in error. 343 km/hr is 213mph (which is somewhere close to the UK record set by a non-street legal turbo 'busa with a long run-in at Elvington air strip). It takes collosal extra horsepower to make even small gains at those speeds because of drag increasing as the square....:


Shhhh........

[polly]

hehe, mine has no restrictor, ecu tune up and modified speed sensor were all that were needed i think.
absolutely no point making go that fast though. Had a very close friend take it to 343 on the gps (screen shot to come) but 320 was my limit and when tunnel vision hits and the road is a blur, well thats fast enough i think.

I agree with Blackbird that your GPS claims do not appear to be correct.
Have you changed the gearing on your bike? if your gearing is stock you will not be able to go much over 300kmh.
I see you live in Lower Hutt, why not take your bike to Carterton this Sunday, and do the Cliffhanger Flying Quarter event, and find out how fast your bike really is.
See you there?

[Crasherfromwayback]

It looks good in my garage.
Thanks for running it in for me Pete.

Hehe...it really was my pleasure!

Hope you're enjoying it...they are one amazing bike!

Pete

[Pussy]

It looks good in my garage.
Thanks for running it in for me Pete.
A trip up to the 'Naki to allow Pussy and Gassit Girl a perv on the new 'Busa is in order, Dennis!

[DarkLord]

A friend of mine wants to sell me his (once I get my full of course ha!)

so that would mean I go from a 250cc V-twin Hyosung GT250R to a GSX1300R Hayabusa......sounds like a good second bike :devil2:

I don't think he's serious about selling it to me though....and it may be a bit too ridiculous for me to handle as a second bike....it's nice to dream though :drool:

[ital916]

A friend of mine wants to sell me his (once I get my full of course ha!)

so that would mean I go from a 250cc V-twin Hyosung GT250R to a GSX1300R Hayabusa......sounds like a good second bike :devil2:

I don't think he's serious about selling it to me though....and it may be a bit too ridiculous for me to handle as a second bike....it's nice to dream though :drool:

Well obviously if you think its too much bike for you to handle then well it obviously is. If you realise on the other hand that many modern bikes, even the 600s can kill you just as quick and that the dangerous nature of a bike is all controlled by you then you will be fine.

Approach it with respect and ride sensibly and then you will be fine. Dont let none of this scaremongering get to you.

on a side note anybody here owned a ZZR1200? How does that compare with its predescessor and the busa?

[Nonbeliever]

had a very close friend take it to 343 on the gps (screen shot to come) but 320 was my limit and when tunnel vision hits and the road is a blur, well thats fast enough i think.

lol 343 lol

[Toaster]

I agree...The 2008 Busa is by far the fastest bike ive ever ridden..

Saw 290kph easy in fifth and it felt like it would keep going way past that..Apart from my Jacket about to leave my back...:baby:

It was a SUPER SMOOTH ride....:2thumbsup

Crazy Steve..

I find the helmet shudder from the wind resistance a tad strong when trying to see the upcoming braking point. Awesome acceleration when giving it a real go.

[Armitage Shanks]

I find the helmet shudder from the wind resistance a tad strong when trying to see the upcoming braking point. Awesome acceleration when giving it a real go.
I've stumbled on this thread a little late evidently but , I must say I have'nt seen 290 yet on my 8 week old baby . The things you do to get out of the kitchen while she's cooking the dinner haha. Guess it's better than surfing the Porn channels I guess ( or healthier ? )

Probably not as much fun though, here's a pic of my '09 and hope you like.....

[marty]

hehe, mine has no restrictor, ecu tune up and modified speed sensor were all that were needed i think.
absolutely no point making go that fast though. Had a very close friend take it to 343 on the gps (screen shot to come) but 320 was my limit and when tunnel vision hits and the road is a blur, well thats fast enough i think.

we're still waiting for that screen shot.......

[Crasherfromwayback]

Probably not as much fun though, here's a pic of my '09 and hope you like.....

The white one certainly stands out eh!

[Armitage Shanks]

The white one certainly stands out eh!

Yeah Crasher, the WHITE's a bit different for sure thank's, and I'll be posting some pics when my Yoshi's arrive...Tail Tidy already on board and after that all I'll need is an easybreathing airfilter .......then I must be a member of the 200 + hp club ? Or do I need to get it mapped ? Hmmmm

[Crasherfromwayback]

Yeah Crasher, the WHITE's a bit different for sure thank's, and I'll be posting some pics when my Yoshi's arrive...Tail Tidy already on board and after that all I'll need is an easybreathing airfilter .......then I must be a member of the 200 + hp club ? Or do I need to get it mapped ? Hmmmm

Fast enough for me as they are mate! Like a KX500 with 200mph gearing on board!

[Armitage Shanks]

Fast enough for me as they are mate! Like a KX500 with 200mph gearing on board!

Thanks mate and nice to have both in my shed but, I'm not sure how my big KX would go geared for 200 mph haha ...

[Crasherfromwayback]

Thanks mate and nice to have both in my shed but, I'm not sure how my big KX would go geared for 200 mph haha ...

Hahaha...well I can tell you how a KX500 geared for 180kph feels. They'll still wheelstand off the throttle in 3rd.

[Armitage Shanks]

Hahaha...well I can tell you how a KX500 geared for 180kph feels. They'll still wheelstand off the throttle in 3rd.
Thanks and I know what you mean mate, been riding/racing KX500's for a while too ....along with other big two-strokes, nice to have a very fast and fancy KX5 '04 in my shed still but, was'nt this meant to be a 'Busa thread ??

[hmmmnz]

my take on the busa...
i dont own one, so in that repspect im not biased, but im not a big sports bike fan either
i borrowed 1 from a mate in the uk who funnily enough has 2 of them... fkw,
i had it just shy of a week, where apon i did a daily commute into Edinburgh city center from about 6 miles out,

the commute.... i found it cramped (im 6'4") and the low end torque leaving a bit to be desired, it was lumpy off the gas but when the power kicked in you could get to just shy of 100mph (160kmh) before you had to change in to 2nd gear....... clearly not the ideal commuter :D

any way did a couple of rides to glasgow and back to catch up with mates, thankfully they don't have police patrolling the motorways and instead rely on speed cameras and average distance cameras (take a photo at 1 point and 2 or 3 miles down the road take another photo and work out your av speed) thankfully the cameras are only measured per lane, so if you change lane then you miss out on the fine

the open road..... well she was damn fast i managed 180mph on the clocks but there was still alot more to go,
wind blast wasn't too bad, but i found it a bit tough on the wrists, and after an hour long ride found that i was very stiff (not quite comparable to the zx7r mobile torture rack) but still a bit on the uncomfy side for my liking.

the twisties,.... pretty surprised how good it actually was, felt pretty planted and went round corners without having to convince it too much,

the look.... well thats a debate that could last till the end of time, ..... if i owned one, id be fightering it straight away, not my cup of tea
at all

overall.. not for every one. certainly not for me, but if impressive numbers are your thing and you could bare looking at it each day then a fantastic bit of kit :D

[Armitage Shanks]

my take on the busa...
i dont own one, so in that repspect im not biased, but im not a big sports bike fan either
i borrowed 1 from a mate in the uk who funnily enough has 2 of them... fkw,
i had it just shy of a week, where apon i did a daily commute into Edinburgh city center from about 6 miles out,

the commute.... i found it cramped (im 6'4") and the low end torque leaving a bit to be desired, it was lumpy off the gas but when the power kicked in you could get to just shy of 100mph (160kmh) before you had to change in to 2nd gear....... clearly not the ideal commuter :D

any way did a couple of rides to glasgow and back to catch up with mates, thankfully they don't have police patrolling the motorways and instead rely on speed cameras and average distance




cameras (take a photo at 1 point and 2 or 3 miles down the road take another photo and work out your av speed) thankfully the cameras are only measured per lane, so if you change lane then you miss out on the fine

the open road..... well she was damn fast i managed 180mph on the clocks but there was still alot more to go,
wind blast wasn't too bad, but i found it a bit tough on the wrists, and after an hour long ride found that i was very stiff (not quite comparable to the zx7r mobile torture rack) but still a bit on the uncomfy side for my liking.

the twisties,.... pretty surprised how good it actually was, felt pretty planted and went round corners without having to convince it too much,

the look.... well thats a debate that could last till the end of time, ..... if i owned one, id be fightering it straight away, not my cup of tea
at all

overall.. not for every one. certainly not for me, but if impressive numbers are your thing and you could bare looking at it each day then a fantastic bit of kit :D

Good call mate and, at 6' 4 I'm surprised you you'e not having problems with leg cramps on the big Busa....as I have at only 5'10. Never a problem with the wrists though and hmmm. What model 'Busa were you riding and, what is your normal ride ??

Take it easy and .......keep tuned, M:yes:

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'm also 5' 10", and I love Busa's full stop. A to B, they're the fastest weapon I've ever used.

[Toaster]

I'm also 5' 10", and I love Busa's full stop. A to B, they're the fastest weapon I've ever used.

Nice. I find the Busa great for both the short social rides and the long haul rides up and down the Island. Awesome power, smooth and great looks. I haven't met anyone yet who didn't like the look of my Busa.

Reminds me, I need to bring mine in for its service soon!

[Crasherfromwayback]

Nice. I find the Busa great for both the short social rides and the long haul rides up and down the Island. Awesome power, smooth and great looks. I haven't met anyone yet who didn't like the look of my Busa.

Reminds me, I need to bring mine in for its service soon!

Come see me...I'll sort you one to use while we do yours!

[Toaster]

Come see me...I'll sort you one to use while we do yours!

Sweet! appreciated.

[Hitcher]

Have you got a Busa demo at the moment Pete? Having flirted with an R1 earlier in the week, I think I may be interested in some heavier petting.

[Edbear]

we're still waiting for that screen shot.......

You'll be waiting a while... A genuine 200mph, 320km/h, is not attainable on a stocker. Some mags overseas claimed to achieve it but the most realistic was in Aus on unrestricted model of 311km/h. The Busa had to be modified to reach the genuine double ton. Best in NZ was 307km/h. Only the turbo's can reach 340+

[Crasherfromwayback]

Have you got a Busa demo at the moment Pete? Having flirted with an R1 earlier in the week, I think I may be interested in some heavier petting.

Sure have Mr!

[sinned]

Hitcher on a Busa - that is something I didn't think I would ever see come to pass.

[insomnia01]

Tail Tidy already on board and after that all I'll need is an easybreathing airfilter

Any chance of a pic of your stead focusing on the tail tidy ? this is the only part I don't like about them... I have tried a ZX14 not bad, but I have heard of & know of a couple of people that have one & have had to replace their engine due to internal issues ( 07 - 08 models mainly ) resulting in lots of $$$$$$ other than that they are happy ... I have always used a K&N filter on my bikes & find them great to use as you only have to clean them out when servicing... pity the Blackbird never went any further than they did as they are a awesome bike, but thats just my opinion :love::love::shutup:

Cheers

[Toaster]

Have you got a Busa demo at the moment Pete? Having flirted with an R1 earlier in the week, I think I may be interested in some heavier petting.

Nice white one sitting outside the other day. I would be really interested to hear your take on the bike.

[Toaster]

I'm also 5' 10", and I love Busa's full stop. A to B, they're the fastest weapon I've ever used.

I suppose you will be taking mine for a thrash when its in for its service next week??!!

[Toaster]

Any chance of a pic of your stead focusing on the tail tidy ? ....

Check out my bikes album in my profile. You can see photos of the Hayabusa tail tidy in there. It looks much better than stock and the light works well with a nice crisp white/blue light on the rego plate.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I suppose you will be taking mine for a thrash when its in for its service next week??!!

Wouldn't dare mate!

[Corse1]

Yeah rode an 08 and as soon as I had both feet on the pegs it felt cramped so did not ride it for long. 6ft even ..but as a few of us are looking to save a few bucks due to licesing fees its still an attractive option if reducing to one bike...occasional track day bike ?? any comment??
Perhaps I should go down to wellington to visit my sister and give crasher a visit for an extended test ride!!

[Toaster]

Yeah rode an 08 and as soon as I had both feet on the pegs it felt cramped so did not ride it for long. 6ft even ..but as a few of us are looking to save a few bucks due to licesing fees its still an attractive option if reducing to one bike...occasional track day bike ?? any comment??
Perhaps I should go down to wellington to visit my sister and give crasher a visit for an extended test ride!!

Do it mate. Ride down, have fun, meet local bikers and take the Busa for a blat. Coffee's good too. Life is too short not to ride.

[Corse1]

Do it mate. Ride down, have fun, meet local bikers and take the Busa for a blat. Coffee's good too. Life is too short not to ride.

Yeah at my age I want to spend every minute on two wheels! Just rode the speedy down to welly this christmas and up to cemetery circuit welly then home. What bike shop do you hail from Crasher??

[Crasherfromwayback]

Yeah at my age I want to spend every minute on two wheels! Just rode the speedy down to welly this christmas and up to cemetery circuit welly then home. What bike shop do you hail from Crasher??

I'm at Wellington Motorcycles on Kent Tce Mate. And as you're a tall chap...lowering the pegs an inch makes all the difference...and it's easy as to do. So let me know if you're gonna come down and ride one..I'll set it up for you.

Pete

[Corse1]

I'm at Wellington Motorcycles on Kent Tce Mate. And as you're a tall chap...lowering the pegs an inch makes all the difference...and it's easy as to do. So let me know if you're gonna come down and ride one..I'll set it up for you.

Pete

Hey Pete,

Man I visited Wellington Motorcycles while I was down at Christmas. Be hard to ride two bikes down for a double trade though!! ;-)

[Crasherfromwayback]

Hey Pete,

Man I visited Wellington Motorcycles while I was down at Christmas. Be hard to ride two bikes down for a double trade though!! ;-)

No need. We'll pick 'em up.

[Toaster]

....And as you're a tall chap...lowering the pegs an inch makes all the difference...and it's easy as to do....

Pete

Now that's a thought... might get a few pointers from you on this. Would help with the longer rides. All my tools are back at the house in Auckland.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Now that's a thought... might get a few pointers from you on this. Would help with the longer rides. All my tools are back at the house in Auckland.

Pretty sure they're the same size pins as an SV1000...which happens to be the same size as an XB12SS. If that's the case...we can use Buell XB12SS pegs which drop an inch just like that! They're cheap too.

[Corse1]

No need. We'll pick 'em up.

Seriously Pete I found the staff at your shop really freindly and great to talk to.. Still waiting on the answer of a possible occasional track day tool though. Mate just bought one and loves it!

[Corse1]

Forgot to ask Pete, are you in sales or servcie?

[Toaster]

Pretty sure they're the same size pins as an SV1000...which happens to be the same size as an XB12SS. If that's the case...we can use Buell XB12SS pegs which drop an inch just like that! They're cheap too.

Sweet, let me know the details mate.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Seriously Pete I found the staff at your shop really freindly and great to talk to.. Still waiting on the answer of a possible occasional track day tool though. Mate just bought one and loves it!

Glad to hear it mate.


Forgot to ask Pete, are you in sales or servcie?

I'm in sales. And as far as the track day weapon question goes...it's a hard ask. Everyone is different. I can ride a Busa as fast as I want to go on public roads..even though I could ride a GSXR1000 faster. But I don't want to go that fast if that makes sense. So...if you can ride a Busa faster than a Busa is capable of being ridden at a race track...then you need to consider a GSXR1000. But if not...a Busa makes more sense. Hope I make sense!

Pete

[Crasherfromwayback]

Sweet, let me know the details mate.

Will do. I'll even email myself now to remind me...as anyone that knows me will tell you...my memory is shot. Open apologies here and now to all I've forgotten to do things for!

[Toaster]

Will do. I'll even email myself now to remind me...as anyone that knows me will tell you...my memory is shot. Open apologies here and now to all I've forgotten to do things for!

No worries mate, I will probably get there next Thurday and have no recollection of this at all! Already set a reminder in my phone to turn up!

[Crasherfromwayback]

No worries mate, I will probably get there next Thurday and have no recollection of this at all! Already set a reminder in my phone to turn up!

I'd do the same...except I don't own a cell phone!

[Crasherfromwayback]

Sweet, let me know the details mate.

I had a wee look today for ya...and for sure it looks like there's enough clearance with the mufflers, and the pins are the same size. XB12SS pegs are about $36.00 each. Cheap fix!

[sinned]

I had a wee look today for ya...and for sure it looks like there's enough clearance with the mufflers, and the pins are the same size. XB12SS pegs are about $36.00 each. Cheap fix!
Will this mod make much difference to lean angle before the footrest road warning rods touch? My right ones are wearing, have yet to experience the vibes on the left.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Will this mod make much difference to lean angle before the footrest road warning rods touch? My right ones are wearing, have yet to experience the vibes on the left.

Don't think so. The stock pegs are quite thick, and the 'feelers' quite long...so I think it'll balance out.

[Edbear]

Glad to hear it mate.



I'm in sales. And as far as the track day weapon question goes...it's a hard ask. Everyone is different. I can ride a Busa as fast as I want to go on public roads..even though I could ride a GSXR1000 faster. But I don't want to go that fast if that makes sense. So...if you can ride a Busa faster than a Busa is capable of being ridden at a race track...then you need to consider a GSXR1000. But if not...a Busa makes more sense. Hope I make sense!

Pete

Perfect sense! I should ride a CBR125RR on the race track in that case... :yes:


I'd do the same...except I don't own a cell phone!

:gob:


No worries mate, I will probably get there next Thurday and have no recollection of this at all! Already set a reminder in my phone to turn up!

Where were you on the night of Feb. 1st 2010 and what were you doing there? :shifty:

[Toaster]

Where were you on the night of Feb. 1st 2010 and what were you doing there? :shifty:

No idea, but I hope it didn't involve me getting my photo taken whilst holding a card in front of me with numbers on it.

[Toaster]

I had a wee look today for ya...and for sure it looks like there's enough clearance with the mufflers, and the pins are the same size. XB12SS pegs are about $36.00 each. Cheap fix!

I am using aftermarkets so maybe we look at this on Thursday and see if it will work? If you think it will fit anyway then lets do it. The extra inch stretch from the new pegs will help no end.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I am using aftermarkets so maybe we look at this on Thursday and see if it will work? If you think it will fit anyway then lets do it. The extra inch stretch from the new pegs will help no end.

Would you like black or silver pegs mate?

[Toaster]

Would you like black or silver pegs mate?

I assume silver with black rubber fittings?

[Crasherfromwayback]

I assume silver with black rubber fittings?

Unfortunately, the pegs in question are plain alloy. Maybe we should look at the various options when you come in?

Pete

[Toaster]

Unfortunately, the pegs in question are plain alloy. Maybe we should look at the various options when you come in?

Pete

Good idea. See you Thursday mate.