My new FZ8

**Maha** · 3rd October 2011, 19:26

Originally Posted by bogan

Good looking bike! I like the front headlight setup with the clocks tucked in behind it, probably provides a bit of wind resistance too? Reckon it'd look the business with twin high mount cans, or perhaps an underslung option.

I get no wind on the upper body at all...suprise number two on thursday last week.
It getting a GYTR Shorty as the 'here I come' bit...

**Spearfish** · 3rd October 2011, 19:58

Originally Posted by Maha

.....Excited raving about a new bike.......

nice machine, and have had the same experience with Paul at both the West Auckland shop and at the new one, once its all sorted you and Mom have no real excuses for not loading up some gear for along weekend away

**onearmedbandit** · 3rd October 2011, 20:59

I've just cut 69 posts from this thread, what stayed and went was my choice. Don't like it, too bad, my other choice was to PD the whole thread.

**Maha** · 3rd October 2011, 21:03

Originally Posted by Spearfish

nice machine, and have had the same experience with Paul at both the West Auckland shop and at the new one, once its all sorted you and Mom have no real excuses for not loading up some gear for along weekend away

That will be happening in Nov....

**chanceyy** · 3rd October 2011, 21:05

Originally Posted by onearmedbandit

I've just cut 69 posts from this thread, what stayed and went was my choice. Don't like it, too bad, my other choice was to PD the whole thread.

damn thats where they just all disappeared too .. ya beat me

btw congrats on the new wheels Mark

**Berries** · 3rd October 2011, 21:06

Nice in white. How are the suspenders?

**Newbi** · 3rd October 2011, 21:11

Nice bike, relish the feeling of having a new toy, and yes definately new matching helmet. Can't wait to see it.

**Maha** · 3rd October 2011, 21:12

Originally Posted by chanceyy

btw congrats on the new wheels Mark

Thank you Sandra...I love it like I do peanut butter...

Originally Posted by Berries

Nice in white. How are the suspenders?

...black with frilly bits..the gold leafing just caps it off...

**Maha** · 3rd October 2011, 21:13

Originally Posted by Newbi

Nice bike, relish the feeling of having a new toy, and yes definately new matching helmet. Can't wait to see it.

I have sent out an email regarding that very issue and I have a mate down the line onto it also...hopefully one will turn up...

**baffa** · 4th October 2011, 09:45

Nice bike.

Good suspension then?

**Eyegasm** · 4th October 2011, 12:24

Woah.... Bit harsh there Imdying.

Not a fan of the FZ8, but to each there own. I know the feeling of getting a new bike and you must be happy as with it Mark.

**Maha** · 4th October 2011, 13:37

I will be sticking with the Battlax 021s that are currently on the bike.
I had intentions of swapping my PR3's over from the Honda, but after riding it with the B'Stones I now cannot be arsed.

**Maha** · 4th October 2011, 14:29

..the seat, it has comfort..first thought it was one of those arse breakers like they have on GSXR's etc.
How well it preformed for my riding style.
..no wind hitting the helmet, unlike the Honda, which is why I relented and got a screen.
The tyres felt confident....good grip.
...mirrors are a tad small, but thats usual.

**Gremlin** · 4th October 2011, 14:33

Originally Posted by Maha

I will be sticking with the Battlax 021s that are currently on the bike.
I had intentions of swapping my PR3's over from the Honda, but after riding it with the B'Stones I now cannot be arsed.

Happens... but I still have my favourites.

Different tyres will work differently on different bikes, not to mention pressures and the rider. ie, you wouldn't put the PR2 on a 250, as the bike's too light for that tyre.

I will say I have a soft spot for Michelins. Hornet PR2 front is being replaced today after 24,500km... with another of course! Itching to get the PR3s onto my BMW...

**Maha** · 4th October 2011, 14:37

Originally Posted by Gremlin

Happens... but I still have my favourites.

Different tyres will work differently on different bikes, not to mention pressures and the rider. ie, you wouldn't put the PR2 on a 250, as the bike's too light for that tyre.

I will say I have a soft spot for Michelins. Hornet PR2 front is being replaced today after 24,500km... with another of course! Itching to get the PR3s onto my BMW...

They are a very nice tyre (PR3's)...I will go back to them once the B'Stones have ceased to assist in the correct manner.