New bike?

Discussion in 'General 1000RR Discussion' started by stevebetts, Nov 12, 2011.

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  1. dave d

    dave d Elite Member

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    watch those tyres steve having seen that lad bin his new gixer on you tube. welcome to the repsol club!
     
    #61 dave d, Nov 18, 2011
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  2. dan.1moore1

    dan.1moore1 Senior Member

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    Lol thats all i could think of pulling of from the dealers when i picked my blade up
     
    #62 dan.1moore1, Nov 18, 2011
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  3. Jamiestrada

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    I forgot to take a 1 mile pic, I was sooooooo excited I jumped on the bike, pulled away like a granny on a scooter (I have seen the gixer on you tube), then arrived home after 50 miles with a stupid grin on my face.

    I would ask the dealer to swap tyres before you pic it up as I hated the OE bridgestones, at least then they can discount the new ones against the old, and you have peace of mind that the front wont just randomly wash out on you !!! Metzler interact K3's or Dunlop Sportsmarts :)
     
    #63 Jamiestrada, Nov 19, 2011
  4. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    OK then peeps - bike here on Tuesday (I think I mentioned it) - Running in; lets have the expert opinions.
    Is running in to the manual the best way?
    I have heard in the past to run in at higher revs that recommended.
    I guess as long as the engine is not laboured or thrashed it doesnt matter that much?
    Comments and advice please...............
     
    #64 stevebetts, Nov 20, 2011
  5. CastrolCraig

    CastrolCraig Active Member

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    Running in, thrash it. ask any engine tuner or mechanic, will reap more power..
     
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  6. Si.

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    I think as long as the revs are varied, then you'll be ok. I occasionally took mine upto 10k to seat the rings in, but didn't thrash it until the first service.
     
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  7. Nutty Tart

    Nutty Tart Well-Known Member

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    Yup let it rev .. but not in the higher gears . Don't let it labour in the higher gears . Or get it run in on a dyno in a few hours
     
    #67 Nutty Tart, Nov 20, 2011
  8. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    Its here...................................
    Photos to follow later!
     
    #68 stevebetts, Nov 22, 2011
  9. stevebetts

    stevebetts Well-Known Member

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    A couple of photos to be going on with.
    I'm the good looking one on the bike!

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    #69 stevebetts, Nov 22, 2011
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  10. gary2390

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    Looks great, definitely the best colour........
     
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  11. Remal

    Remal It's ME
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    Very nice Steve, feels like only yesterday I had mind dropped off
     
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  12. Villan

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    Looks the nuts Steve, are you happy with sound from the akrapovic?
     
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  13. bladerunner2010

    bladerunner2010 Active Member

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    He will be in the garage drooling over it as we speak......................................i know i would be lol
     
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  14. tucker

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    i see the new blade at the NEC bike show looks sexy as hell BUT i dont think its changed that much i would wait mate for a complete revamp shouldnt be long me thinks
     
    #74 tucker, Nov 22, 2011
  15. Benn The Pig

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    You call it drooling we call it self gratification lol
     
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  16. bladerunner2010

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    Probably same end result Benn.................................................Damp Boxers LLF
     
    #76 bladerunner2010, Nov 22, 2011
  17. kpone

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    Steve!

    You've got a new bike!

    You kept that quiet, you cagey bugger!
     
    #77 kpone, Nov 22, 2011
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  18. rocket

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    nice mate hope you enjoy her!
     
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  19. Shameless

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    Now that is beautifull, a top bike.
     
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  20. RichC

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    Woohoo you got it! Roll on Spring I've managed 70 miles on mine so far :)
     
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