Hi - I'm new to forum - looking for Hayabusa!!!

[Kompressor]

G'day

As the title said, I'm new to the forum. I came across it in my search for 'busa info - looks like a great forum!

I curretly have a 2000 model Suzuki SV650S. I'm happy with it, but its time to move on, and I've got my heart set on a busa.

I rode a 2005 model with 15k on it - and it was sweet. I also rode a 2000 model with 23k on it and it was very worn feeling, vibrated, and handled quite badly too. It also felt down on power, even though it had a power commander and pipe etc. Both of these were around the $12,500 mark.

I guess my question is - is this going to be the case with every busa I look at? (All the older/20k+ bikes feeling worn?) Or do you reckon this one had just had a very rough life? My bike has 45k on it and it felt brand new compared to one of the 'busas!

I'm interested in trading my bike and paying cash for the difference, so if any of you know of one for sale (prefer unmodded low k's) could you let me know? I've looked at all the advertised ones in the links and at dealers. In fact I'll be looking at a couple today.

Any help/opinions appreciated!

Cheers

[Tag 13]

hey mate welcome,20,000 is a long way for a bike thats had the ring thrashed out of it. that said, my first busa i bought was a purple black o4 with about 35,000 on the clock and it was immaculate. no dramas with it. if its been looked after, 20,000 is nothing. just be aware, 24000 is a big service.

[Achilles]

G'day

As the title said, I'm new to the forum. I came across it in my search for 'busa info - looks like a great forum!

I curretly have a 2000 model Suzuki SV650S. I'm happy with it, but its time to move on, and I've got my heart set on a busa.

I rode a 2005 model with 15k on it - and it was sweet. I also rode a 2000 model with 23k on it and it was very worn feeling, vibrated, and handled quite badly too. It also felt down on power, even though it had a power commander and pipe etc. Both of these were around the $12,500 mark.

I guess my question is - is this going to be the case with every busa I look at? (All the older/20k+ bikes feeling worn?) Or do you reckon this one had just had a very rough life? My bike has 45k on it and it felt brand new compared to one of the 'busas!

I'm interested in trading my bike and paying cash for the difference, so if any of you know of one for sale (prefer unmodded low k's) could you let me know? I've looked at all the advertised ones in the links and at dealers. In fact I'll be looking at a couple today.

Any help/opinions appreciated!

Cheers

Hi and welcome,

I have owned to Busa's, both 99 models. My current bus has 34,000 clicks, and to be honest, it feels better now than my original with just 8,000 k's. I also just had the tappets inspected, and no shims were needed - pretty happy about that - and the mechanic said he has looked at bikes with 70+k's and no need to make any adjustments. I think if they have been treated well, you'll be able to tell. I know some people have close to or over 100,000 k's with very limited loss of power.

So, bottom line, don't be too afraid of the k's, look more at the condition and feel of the bike. A dyno run prior to purchase may also help you decide.

Cheers
A

[Kompressor]

Ok well I'm off to look at a couple thisafternoon - another 00 and a 05 model. There is $3000 difference between the two, so I'll have to see if its worth it! I really intended to not spend so much, but these things are so hard to judge!
Thanks guys

[Dan85]

ive had two so far my first was an 02 with 16000kms and my current is a99 that had 37000kms on it. i now have about 41000kms on it and it feels jsut as powerful and composed as the new one  rode. like it was said dont worry about k's to much more jsut condition of the bike. also if a bike has a pipe and power commander it is very possibly it has a bad tune which would make it feel like it had less power. also suspension setup goes a long way to making the bike feel like a bucket of shit or fantastic. if you talk to a few guys on here they recon 20000kms isnt even run in. one of the members that is up here changd over to a big block and his stock bores still looked pristine and that was at 70000kms

[Volvi]

most dont realise the bike really isnt fully run in till after 30k, sounds rediculous but my bike was much better and almost a diffferent bike after 30k. bot of course have well looked after it since new.

if i was looking to buy now, id wait till end of year for next generation model, if too much $$, then hang out for 07's that are going to go out the door at rediculous prices and new. wouldnt be suprised to them go for 14.990 + on road costs. making aprox 16.2 total. or 16 at a squeeze. much depends on your budget, better sell you bike privately and get cashed up then shop. theres gonna be alot of older busas up for sale wanting to get in on new one, it will be a buyers market to pick and choose.

[Kompressor]

Yeah, thats a very good point, and I'll be sure to mention it today!
If I don't get the deal I am looking for then yes, I will sell my bike, as there is more weight to your bargaining when you have cash as opposed to a bit of cash and a bike to get rid of!

[jessie928]

i have thrashed the crap out of my bike for over 95k. overseas on autobahns, and here in Aus.
its a 99, it still has gobs and gobs of power,even though its in need of a fuel system clean.
it generally gets a hard time from the moment i start her up, in every way possible.

still going strong!

Jes

[BUSGO]

Mine is running better than it ever has at nearly 110,000ks.
Never has needed shims in the head or any other major block work.
If treated well they should be as reliable as you could possibly get.
I would never be afraid of big kilometres on a busa but the running gear like wheel and head bearings should be looked after.

[Kompressor]

Thanks - I actually narrowed it down to one bike. Its an 2000 model 46k.

2 more questions!

1. Can I fit rubbers around the footpegs to decrease vibration?
2. There is a bit of tapping from the engine unless the clutch is pulled in (guy said it was bearing/whatever on clutch plate and that a lot of bike did it?

[AntsBuza]

If your in Vic Peter Stevens in Dandenong has 3 for sale , silver on grey, blue on silver and a purple.

[Maj]

Thanks - I actually narrowed it down to one bike. Its an 2000 model 46k.

2 more questions!

1. Can I fit rubbers around the footpegs to decrease vibration?
2. There is a bit of tapping from the engine unless the clutch is pulled in (guy said it was bearing/whatever on clutch plate and that a lot of bike did it?

1: shouldn't need it, with rubber tops on the pegs and weights underneath you would be hard pressed to inprove whats there.
some bikes are a bit buzzier than others usually ~140.
2: clutch has a slipper/lockup ramp, can't notice much noise on my 02.
A thing that does need to be looked at : Recall on 99-00 models, look for a hydraulic line from the right side oil gallery at the front of the engine , going to the timing chain tensioner on the right side rear of the cyl, you will be able to see when the tank is lifted . there were several recalls not all bikes had them all done
also check bikes with the alloy tail frame for cracks near the top mounts under the seat just near where the tail frame mounts on the main frame
Engines are generally good no matter what the milage , but wheel bearings,brakes ,shocks etc will show signs of age in higher milage bikes.

[Mutha]

Welcome to the forum Kompressor,
I have a naked 2001 SV650, I want to sell my bike over winter and upgrade too

[Achilles]

Thanks - I actually narrowed it down to one bike. Its an 2000 model 46k.

2 more questions!

1. Can I fit rubbers around the foot pegs to decrease vibration?
2. There is a bit of tapping from the engine unless the clutch is pulled in (guy said it was bearing/whatever on clutch plate and that a lot of bike did it?

Hey,

Not sure about the rubbers, but the louder than usual noise that comes from the clutch when not pulled is normal (at least as far as I am concerned), bit like a whir noise with a slight tap from time to time. (at least, I have had that in my last two - both 99 models). I asked the mechanic about this, and he said it was normal also. Where are you located, I might know of a busa or two close by?

A

[Astro]

Thanks - I actually narrowed it down to one bike. Its an 2000 model 46k.

2 more questions!

1. Can I fit rubbers around the footpegs to decrease vibration?
2. There is a bit of tapping from the engine unless the clutch is pulled in (guy said it was bearing/whatever on clutch plate and that a lot of bike did it?

Kompressor.... there shouldn't enough vibration for it to be an issue for you. The standard pegs are rubber topped and have anti-vibration weight underneath. I've replaced mine with Gixxer pegs (no rubber, no weights) and the vibration still isn't intrusive. So if the bike you're looking at vibrates that much.... possibly best to keep looking. Same with the clutch noise.

There are always a few around and there will be more on the market as the '08's make it to Oz. Don't rush in. Wait until you find one thats sweet (as in... no question marks over gear like clutches). Stay with the board and one will pop up soon enough.

Hey Mutha.... you buying yourself a Busa??