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Hi,
I am long time browser first time threader of this great forum and club.
I sadly don't have a Hayabusa yet but have always loved them. I still only want the 2008 white and red and am getting serious about buying one this year hopefully if the right one comes along.
Have been into motocross bikes since a kid and have a V-star at the moment (sad i know but is a cheap commuter to work everyday) but at least am out there riding.
I have been told to say away from the Hayabusa by many people but I can't help but love everything about the busa. I want the 2008 because it has the 3 mode selector to make it easier to ride is this true?
I don't want it to be able to go fast on the street but I do want to be able to have fun down WSID, but also my better half wants to be able to come for short trips as a pillion. they look like a good bike for that are they?
Hope to get my ass into gear and purchase a busa this year and be on the road.
Most motorcycle problems are caused by the nut that connects the handlebars to the saddle.
 aboard mate , as to aspireing to own a busa thats awesome as for people saying stay away there most likely have riden 1 and cant handle it but your right your out on 2 wheels and loveing it and thats all that matters mate , hope ya have a blast here on the forum
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21-02-2011, 07:04pm
(This post was last modified: 21-02-2011, 07:06pm by BEAU.)
Welcome Bizket!
The only time I've really used the mode selector was when I was first getting used to the bike, and when I was riding through the vic ranges on a wet shady mossy road.
I spend almost half the time riding with a pillion and the bike is faultless. Apart from a sporty riding position it eats up the k's with ease.
Hope you enjoy the site, plenty of info and humor to be found.
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Thanks big kev and BJK1
yeah I know the numbers
Suzuki Drive Mode Selector (S-DMS) - 3 Modes
(Claimed) 146Kw @ 9800rpm
(Claimed) 154Nm @ 10200rpm
B Mode: 130Kw and 127Nm (Approx)
C Mode: 100Kw and 105Nm (Approx)
But they are just numbers to me it is good to hear from real people if the mode C really helps make the bike more ridable for a newbie to a Hayabusa. So does it just take off some top end or does it dampen down the power across the whole rev range.
would C mode be on par with a GSXR 750 cos i liked riding one of them.
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It lowers the whole torque curve as far as I know. I have seen the graph somewhere of the three. Not sure about the GSXR750 my mate has one but never asked to ride it and vise versa cause there only insured for there riders.
Come to think of it, I've used C mode once or twice in car parks with a pillion so it's a little smother at first throttle opening so when your off on in first gear at idle you don't have to feather the clutch. But I didn't buy this bike to ride around in C mode...I want a thrill, and that's exactly what the Busa gives.
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I have a K9 but never used th mode's - Busa's are brilliant bikes and if you are currently riding and know how to respect a motorcycle then a Busa will be a pussycat all the time. Get one and get it flashed by Pete and enjoy your ride..
to the forum Bizket
Hope ya get ya busa soon ..
Cheers .. Dale
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Hi Bizket,
i'm also looking for a busa , 111 of them on bikesales today , I think I'm leaning towards a Gen 11 , but the B King also grabs me.
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(22-02-2011, 07:47pm)Dal Wrote: Hi Bizket,
i'm also looking for a busa , 111 of them on bikesales today , I think I'm leaning towards a Gen 11 , but the B King also grabs me.
Yeah Dal,
It is a nice bike the B king i know i am a fan of full fairings. and a bit more wind protection. I love browsing bike sales, bike point, trading post, Ebay ect.
It is great to see how friendly the busa forum is.
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(22-02-2011, 09:06pm)Bizket Wrote: It is great to see how friendly the busa forum is. ....but that's only during your introductory phase. After that things just get weird  joking of course.
Bizket
You'll find yourself a Busa soon enough.
As for the mode selector, it's damn handy to have especially in wet, damp or greasy condtions but other than that, you'll be surprised just how smooth and subtle they really are when ridden respectfuly.
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Bizket and the best of luck getting your dream bike. You won't regret it but unfortunately becoming a busa nut comes with it Good thing is you will not be alone 
"It is not a shame to not know, the shame is to not know and not to ask"
Welcome Bizket. Been on my Busa for only three or so weeks but so far I reckon it is a treat to ride, both commuting to work and getting out on the open road. I have had a few bikes of the same sort of performance though so it wasn't a big change or step up. Sounds like you have it sorted though - take the time to get to know the bike and treat it with the respect it is due.
The only mode control I use is located at the right wrist 
My wife has been on the back and reckons it is fine.
Good luck hunting down your Busa.
Stay safe and travel well.
Shane
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(26-02-2011, 09:21pm)ShaneH Wrote: I have had a few bikes of the same sort of performance though so it wasn't a big change or step up.
Shane
Few bikes "of the same sort of performance though so it wasn't a big change or step up" ?????  Mate, are all cylinders working on your busa? 
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