[schnitzel_2k3]

Hey guys, just wanted to say hi. I'm actually on my way to getting my first 'almost' liter bike. It will be a 2000 CBR 929rr. It's black/red/silver. Looks gorgeous and I can't stop thinking about her.
Well my biggest question - for anybody who has ridden one - I just wanted to know some handling characteristics, what to watch out for, you know like the new guy tips.
Now I've been driving for 4 years, and riding for 2. So I feel comfortable on a bike. I tend to spend a lot of time going to the demo-rides and riding the liter bikes there.
Also cinsidering the bike is almost stock - only has a yoshi can..what would be some possibly 'necessary' upgrades (like steering dampner, or PC III) that should be installed?
Just wondering, any response is usually a good response - except if its, 'don't get that bike, its too big for you'.
Cheers.
Alex.

[Mo Noyz]

Dampner?

Dem's fightin words, son!!!!

[schnitzel_2k3]

HEHE Oh boy I've pissed em off already!
I guess I get that idea with all those videos I've watched and its always the 'blades that end up tossing the rider - or even on the track - where they love to go into neck breaking high sides.
Just an observation.
Cheers.
Alex.

[phobiaphobe]

Don't get that bike, it's too big for you.

[tigerblade]

Welcome! Can you do wheelies?

[l'timbré]

Hi,

gear is mandatory, damper,sliders, then whatever makes you hapy.

Start slowly, and look where you want to go.

Don't lock the front brakes, nor the rear.

If you take it easy the blade is very cooperative.

practice makes perfect

[HondaGalToo]

A damper is considered a must by most of us. Get good gear first, if you don't already have it, and wear it all the time. If you just have a slip-on exhaust can, the PCIII isn't a must, although it will smooth out the throttle response. After the steering damper, the first thing I'd spend money on is sorting out the suspension.

Welcome!

[Mo Noyz]

Originally Posted by tigerblade

Welcome! Can you do wheelies?

That's just wrong. Newbie's just don't stand a chance around here.

Hey Schnitzel, welcome brother.

[schnitzel_2k3]

Well, just wanted to let you know, I definately feel welcome.
Thanks for the support guys - I just hope the buying works out well.

Yes I can wheelie quite well - I had a GS 500 and SV650s before the Fireblade and could wheelie fine on the GS, and wheelie into 3rd gear on the SV. That is to say as well, I choose my time and place.

I already have all my gear (its been well worked in) - never been down with it though.

The reason for my jump to such a large bike, is the lack of good 'blades at reasonable prices. This one came along, and I love the look of the 929's and 954's - I wish Honda could've kept them running. Actually my first experience on a motorcycle was on a 2002 Honda 954rr in Germany. I remember having so much trouble holding on. That was a definite rush.

Anyways, all the best and keep them coming
Cheers.
Alex.

[soon2b954]

Originally Posted by schnitzel_2k3

Well, just wanted to let you know, I definately feel welcome.
Thanks for the support guys - I just hope the buying works out well.

Yes I can wheelie quite well - I had a GS 500 and SV650s before the Fireblade and could wheelie fine on the GS, and wheelie into 3rd gear on the SV. That is to say as well, I choose my time and place.

I already have all my gear (its been well worked in) - never been down with it though.

The reason for my jump to such a large bike, is the lack of good 'blades at reasonable prices. This one came along, and I love the look of the 929's and 954's - I wish Honda could've kept them running. Actually my first experience on a motorcycle was on a 2002 Honda 954rr in Germany. I remember having so much trouble holding on. That was a definite rush.

Anyways, all the best and keep them coming
Cheers.
Alex.

Damn another one from TO!!

Gook luck with the purchase of the blade. And it's "Damper" not "Dampner"

[Mo Noyz]

I wish Honda could've kept them running.

Mine's running great!

[Chain]

Originally Posted by schnitzel_2k3

Yes I can wheelie quite well (snip)

Tigerblade, you really must stop screwing with the n00bs like this.

Welcome, Alex. It's a great place once you get 'broke-in'.

[sheepofblue]

I love the damper on the 1000RR and would put one on the next sportbike soon after getting it. On occasion I have felt it work and it is nice

[Red Rider]

schnitzel! Great choice in bikes... Since you already have good gear, than a damper would be a wise investment. Under the right conditions, the front can wobble on you...usually when you least expect it. If you're looking for a place to spend your money, visit our sponsor Dan Kyle.

[ConqSoft]

Originally Posted by Red Rider

If you're looking for a place to spend your money, visit our sponsor Dan Kyle.

(Just any FYI, Dan isn't a sponsor anymore. )

Click on the Sponsor Links at the top right to visit our current sponsors. At least compare prices and give them a chance to get your business.

Welcome to the site!

[ND4SPD]

Originally Posted by ConqSoft

(Just any FYI, Dan isn't a sponsor anymore. )

Click on the Sponsor Links at the top right to visit our current sponsors. At least compare prices and give them a chance to get your business.

Welcome to the site!

You just had to stop doing the raffles, didn't ya?



schnitzie

[schnitzel_2k3]

Heya,
I know I suck at spelling, lol - I just spelt it the way it sounded.

I'll definately take a look at the sponsor pages and see how the pricing is.
What I'm really worried of is having a tank slapper, and I know the 'blades are more prone to this than other bikes because of the power-to-weight ratio.

I heard the 1k RR's ride soo smooth with that 'damper' on them.

Any recommendations for dampers - this is something I have little knowledge about - and would probably need a little help selecting a specific product.

Cheers.
Alex.

[ND4SPD]

Originally Posted by schnitzel_2k3

Any recommendations for dampers - this is something I have little knowledge about - and would probably need a little help selecting a specific product.

Cheers.
Alex.

Yep, right here

http://www.fireblades.org/forums/search.php?

[Red Rider]

Originally Posted by ConqSoft

(Just any FYI, Dan isn't a sponsor anymore. )

Click on the Sponsor Links at the top right to visit our current sponsors. At least compare prices and give them a chance to get your business.

Welcome to the site!

Really? I didn't know that. I only mention him because of my vested interest in his business!

Cal-Sportbike, Ron Ayers, and the others are just as good...

[HondaGalToo]

Really? How come Dan's not a sponsor anymore? Can you say? I mean, lots of us here spent lots of $$$ with him. I'm just surprised.

[ConqSoft]

Sorry, it's not something I'm going to discuss publicly.

[SuperDave]

Originally Posted by ConqSoft

Sorry, it's not something I'm going to discuss publicly.

This sounds juicy, inquiring minds want to know!

Welcome schnitzel, get a Scotts damper, then there are tons of expensive and in-expensive goodies you can get. Becareful with those wheelies, it's a matter of odds until you eventually flip her over.

Other cheaper ideas to get;
Double Bubble windscreen
Sargent Seat
CRG levers
Sprocket combinations w/recalibrator
goes on and on and on...

Again, welcome to the site!

[schnitzel_2k3]

Hey Dave,
Yeah I really like the look of that Scotts Damper. I'm just not sure if I'll be able to afford it this season
So far, bike I'm looking at about 6,800 (CAD$) and insurance to ride for the year is about 2,200 (CAD$). Gotta love that. So at least I'll have the bike.
Considering what I was quoted a year ago (7,000 CAD$) to ride a Fireblade, its not looking so bad.

I really like the look of those double bubble windshields as well - gives it almost a moto GP feel.

As for the wheelies, I'll try keeping them on the 'down-lo', can't promise though that I won't do them.
Cheers.
Alex.