Finally got a new bike!

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  1. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    After a few hiccups I have my new bike.
    2008 R1
    Yoshi cans
    Giles rearsets
    Giles brake and clutch levers.
    CF rear hugger.
    Just need a dry day tomorrow now!
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  2. just_me _and _me _bike

    just_me _and _me _bike Member

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    Well done dude, was going to be heading up ur way tomoz to matlock but weather forecast is pants, oh well, get the kettle on n do sum more polishing :)
     
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  3. Nutty Tart

    Nutty Tart Well-Known Member

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    's allright I suppose .......... for a Yamaha :p









    Actually I looked at one of them before I picked the Blade :rolleyes:
     
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  4. RichC

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    The widow maker!! Enjoy the new bike
     
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  5. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    What do you mean Rich?
    Never heard it called that.
    Now the TL........
     
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  6. lambchops

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    Very nice, they review one of these in PB this month. Quite tempting!!
     
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  7. Nutty Tart

    Nutty Tart Well-Known Member

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    I had a 2002 R1 a few years back . The only bike I never modified mainly because everything was done before I bought it

    It had a full QB Carbon body kit . The one with the twin fillers in the tank . Paint was Marlboro' and look stunning .
    I've got some pics somewhere but can't find them :(
     
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  8. Jimbo Vills

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    Great bike mate.... Sure you will enjoy ;)
     
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  9. Tomtom

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    Nice one mate, always fancied an R1 but never got one,
     
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    They are brilliant. Like a big 600... Nothing down low so got to get it singing... But once it hits 8k it goes bananas! Great fun... More rewarding to ride than the blade because you have to work it.

    Def get a suspension set up, can be a little harsh compared to the blade which is super smooth from the off...
     
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  11. dave d

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    Nice 1 Steve clean looking bike that dude. are we keeping this 1 LOL
     
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  12. martinowen

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    Nice bike Steve, but what you getting next I'm sure your already thinking about it
     
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  13. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    Come on Martin. Give us a chance.
    I'll start thinking tomorrow. Lol
     
    #13 stevebetts, Oct 11, 2013
  14. Island Rider

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    very nice mate....had a shot of an early 2000 R1....very easy to ride...but it had raised bars fitted, still nice nonetheless :)
     
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  15. exfire

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    Very nice Steve. R1's are great bikes, I am sure you will love it.
     
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  16. Repsol Rob

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    You finally got rid of the SV Steve...... just before road tax was due....... Well done !! :D
     
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  17. Andy

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    Congrats on the new bike R1's are a great bike, I used to have a old 2001 last of the carb models although it felt like it weighed a tone, it's pull on acceleration was insane

    Please excuse the fluro tape, I was young at the time and got a bit carried away with it


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  18. rewy..rr

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    Very Nice...best colour too...sold my Blue 08 R1, a couple of months ago, to get 09 Blade View attachment 15074
     
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  19. Jamiestrada

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    Very nice indeed ! Good choice there Steve
     
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  20. lambeth longshanks

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    Tidy, shipmate.
     
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