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  1. #31
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pussy View Post
    I'm probably a bit biased....
    But the GSX-R750 does everything for me.
    It's good to do a 700km+ days touring on..
    It's a GREAT trackday bike
    It's great to do a bit of back road scratching on
    It's comfy even for a 6' rider

    I just love my sem fiddy.
    Suzuki have a VERY good deal on them for the next three weeks
    $16495 on the road for a brand new LO (2010) model.
    Go for it!!

    Edit: As much power as you're ever likely to need, too
    Yes. Very, Very tempted by this deal.... Will organise a test hoon as soon as I can.



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    traded my sv thou on a k5 anniversary 750 and never looked back. I liked the sv but the 750 was a lot more comfotable and good on a long trip, handling is also far superior. Test them all, its your money...

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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    Yes. Very, Very tempted by this deal.... Will organise a test hoon as soon as I can.
    Go for it.... !!! GSXR 750 all the way.


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    Well, I have done some more research. It looks like the 2011 model semfiddy, is the bizo. Brembo brakes, and Showa Big Piston Forks. And what pictures I have found on the web, it looks gorgeous in Black.

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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    Well, I have done some more research. It looks like the 2011 model semfiddy, is the bizo. Brembo brakes, and Showa Big Piston Forks. And what pictures I have found on the web, it looks gorgeous in Black.

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    man is it just me or does that look very fireblade-esqe?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Hitcher View Post
    The GSX-R750 has to be one of the best motorcycles ever made. And I would have said that prior to becoming a Suzuki owner.
    It's the sport bike I would buy with my bonus ball bonanza, no question.

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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    I currently ride a 2008 SV 1000. 25,000km. I have owned it from new. It has been a great reliable bike, but it no longer really lights my fire. Now there are some specials around GSXR 750 for around $16000 new. Do I?? Or is the sv going to be more fun in the long run. Looking towards track days and reasonable road trips. I do Wanagnui each Xmas.

    Is there anyone who has done this change? Any regrets? What is the Gsxr like to travel on.

    I am really just after ideas and feed back right now. I do still enjoy the SV, but I am eyeing a change also.
    I've made a similar change SV1000 2k6 > GSXR 600 K7

    What I miss about the SV.
    All that torque on motorways for passing traffic
    The sound, especially when you are going faster than 140kph - on a track of course
    The way the back wheel hooks up out of corners egging you to give it more gas.
    My fully sintered break pads must get more of those!
    Powerwheelies without having to bother with popping the clutch
    Setting off car alarms as the Micron cans burst into life

    What I don't miss about the SV
    The useless lumplyness of 1krpm to 3krpm in first gear. Makes slow riding a pain as you have to keep feathering the clutch, but you get used to this without thinking.
    Turning the large mass around at the bottom of my drive way to get it parked
    The pain with the loud cans caused my ears till I became deaf and didn't care anymore
    Paying nearly $1000 for the clutch basket to be replaced after spirited Hampton Downs goodness

    What I like about the Gixxer
    Lots more fun.
    Flickable
    Smooth power deliver
    User friendly
    Sounds sooo nice when the revs climb
    Riding position is a little more comfy than the SV for my size.
    Track focused goodness
    Less likely to flick me off in a high-side situation.
    Much nicer on short mundane commuting tasks - Smooth engine - light weight - smaller size.

    What I don't like about the Gixxer
    Could use a little more torque
    On hot days it bakes my legs alive from the engine heat.
    Can be cramped on long rides
    Less wind protection unless you are tucked under the fairing.
    Makes me want to ride like a hooligan
    Turning circle seams bigger than the SV

    Could imaging the 750 would be a better all rounder with the better torque.

    Long and short of it, I love my Gixxer and miss my SV. If I had both I would use the SV for longer rides and the Gixxer for track work and shorter commutes and rides involving lots of twisties. No matter what you get you are going to be compromising something for something else I reckon.
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    Excellent write up Javawocky. I am also one concidering either the GSXR 600 or 750 and it's great to hear peoples opinions, pro's and cons about them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Katiepie View Post
    Excellent write up Javawocky. I am also one concidering either the GSXR 600 or 750 and it's great to hear peoples opinions, pro's and cons about them.
    Thanks Katiepie, Ladies tend to like the 600 to. You might like this opinion from a blogger who I subscribe to... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o39HV2vtTGc

    I think they are very user friendly and only get going when you want them to.
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    Quote Originally Posted by javawocky View Post
    I've made a similar change SV1000 2k6 > GSXR 600 K7

    What I miss about the SV.
    All that torque on motorways for passing traffic
    The sound, especially when you are going faster than 140kph - on a track of course
    The way the back wheel hooks up out of corners egging you to give it more gas.
    My fully sintered break pads must get more of those!
    Powerwheelies without having to bother with popping the clutch
    Setting off car alarms as the Micron cans burst into life

    What I don't miss about the SV
    The useless lumplyness of 1krpm to 3krpm in first gear. Makes slow riding a pain as you have to keep feathering the clutch, but you get used to this without thinking.
    Turning the large mass around at the bottom of my drive way to get it parked
    The pain with the loud cans caused my ears till I became deaf and didn't care anymore
    Paying nearly $1000 for the clutch basket to be replaced after spirited Hampton Downs goodness

    What I like about the Gixxer
    Lots more fun.
    Flickable
    Smooth power deliver
    User friendly
    Sounds sooo nice when the revs climb
    Riding position is a little more comfy than the SV for my size.
    Track focused goodness
    Less likely to flick me off in a high-side situation.
    Much nicer on short mundane commuting tasks - Smooth engine - light weight - smaller size.

    What I don't like about the Gixxer
    Could use a little more torque
    On hot days it bakes my legs alive from the engine heat.
    Can be cramped on long rides
    Less wind protection unless you are tucked under the fairing.
    Makes me want to ride like a hooligan
    Turning circle seams bigger than the SV

    Could imaging the 750 would be a better all rounder with the better torque.

    Long and short of it, I love my Gixxer and miss my SV. If I had both I would use the SV for longer rides and the Gixxer for track work and shorter commutes and rides involving lots of twisties. No matter what you get you are going to be compromising something for something else I reckon.
    Excellent post, Thank You.. Just outa being plain Nosy. How tall, and heavy are you. The reason I ask, is in reguards to the riding position.



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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    Excellent post, Thank You.. Just outa being plain Nosy. How tall, and heavy are you. The reason I ask, is in reguards to the riding position.
    Um, I don't know, no taller than your average bear.
    Na, looks like I am 173cm

    Point is the SV (mines was the S btw) was tall in the seat for me. At first I looked into lowering the suspention and even put the forks through the tripple claps quite a bit, but put them back after a while. I got used to it pretty soon though and managed it fine for the year I owned it. You get used to sagging your butt over the seat a little to give you a firmer foot plant.

    I actually enjoyed the size on the track cause I could hang off the thing like Stoner without falling - like Stoner.

    The Gixxer is a different story. Feet easily planted on the ground, its light and compact so no worries.

    Here is a random cellphone picture a work mate took plus some "angry face" track pics for good measure.

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    Then the Gixxer taken some time in winter....
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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    Yes. Very, Very tempted by this deal.... Will organise a test hoon as soon as I can.
    Don't muck around.... when they've gone, they're gone! You won't be disappointed!
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    Quote Originally Posted by boman View Post
    I currently ride a 2008 SV 1000. 25,000km. I have owned it from new. It has been a great reliable bike, but it no longer really lights my fire. Now there are some specials around GSXR 750 for around $16000 new. Do I?? Or is the sv going to be more fun in the long run. Looking towards track days and reasonable road trips. I do Wanagnui each Xmas.

    Is there anyone who has done this change? Any regrets? What is the Gsxr like to travel on.

    I am really just after ideas and feed back right now. I do still enjoy the SV, but I am eyeing a change also.
    Have no idea but just love the bouncy...bouncy! As you where...

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    cbr250RR + new suspension would clean up
    Then I could get a Kb Tshirt, move to Timaru and become a full time crossdressing faggot

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    Quote Originally Posted by javawocky View Post
    Um, I don't know, no taller than your average bear.
    Na, looks like I am 173cm

    Point is the SV (mines was the S btw) was tall in the seat for me. At first I looked into lowering the suspention and even put the forks through the tripple claps quite a bit, but put them back after a while. I got used to it pretty soon though and managed it fine for the year I owned it. You get used to sagging your butt over the seat a little to give you a firmer foot plant.

    I actually enjoyed the size on the track cause I could hang off the thing like Stoner without falling - like Stoner.

    The Gixxer is a different story. Feet easily planted on the ground, its light and compact so no worries.

    Here is a random cellphone picture a work mate took plus some "angry face" track pics for good measure.

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    Then the Gixxer taken some time in winter....
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    Thank you again. I am 183cm. Have had no worries with the seat height at all. I think the semfiddy will be a worthy replacement for the SV. If I can find room, might keep both.




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