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Ladies and gentlemen... my new toy
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Mr Speirs
27-02-09, 01:10 PM
did not expect that :)
dirtydog
27-02-09, 01:11 PM
You need to sort that exhaust Lozzo, it's not black enough!
Wahoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo :D
You need to sort that exhaust Lozzo, it's not black enough!
I'm looking for carbon options at the mo. Needs to be quiet though, this isn't a sports bike by any means, a loud exhaust would be wrong. Besides, I want to be able to get into Switzerland on it.
Luckypants
27-02-09, 01:17 PM
A bit of a surprise that one!
dirtydog
27-02-09, 01:17 PM
I'm looking for carbon options at the mo. Needs to be quiet though, this isn't a sports bike by any means, a loud exhaust would be wrong. Besides, I want to be able to get into Switzerland on it.
A carbon one was my 1st thought as well, surely someone does a raod legal carbon one?
Gene genie
27-02-09, 01:20 PM
nice toy lozzo, you just need some AXO leathers to suit.
nice toy lozzo, you just need some AXO leathers to suit.
Axo Leathers are based in my town, I'm hoping to flog them the plate, that's why I chose it.
I didn't expect that either. What are they like to ride?
I didn't expect that either. What are they like to ride?
+1
plowsie
27-02-09, 01:39 PM
Nicer than the pics mate, really like that. When are you planning to do Switzerland. I might be renting something whilst I'm out there 31st July to 14th August...
madness
27-02-09, 01:42 PM
As most have said, a bit unexpected. But it looks cool and should be great fun to ride, and comfortable
I didn't expect that either. What are they like to ride?
Someone I know locally has a girlfriend who owns one, so I borrowed it for half a day. It handles like a sports bike with a very upright feel, punchy engine in the midrange and enough top speed to get you into trouble. The brakes are adequate (I think they are the same calipers as SV ones) but what really I liked is the practicality of it, which is why I bought one.
Gene genie
27-02-09, 01:48 PM
Axo Leathers are based in my town, I'm hoping to flog them the plate, that's why I chose it.
you crafty invester.
454697819
27-02-09, 01:57 PM
oooh very nice...
shonadoll
27-02-09, 02:29 PM
I'm looking for carbon options at the mo. Needs to be quiet though, this isn't a sports bike by any means, a loud exhaust would be wrong. Besides, I want to be able to get into Switzerland on it.
OMG I did not expect that. Same as my husband's, he loves it.
OMG I did not expect that. Same as my husband's, he loves it.
Mine's blacker with added black bits :D
mister c
27-02-09, 03:17 PM
Sweet machine, I do like them. A lad at one of our other branches bought one for his missus, but she never gets a sniff at it because he likes riding it so much. Nice choice mucker :)
Very nice!
Are you swapping the bars for black ones??
(trying to find non-black replaceable parts!)
Where is my prize then? Eh? Well?
Very nice!
Are you swapping the bars for black ones??
(trying to find non-black replaceable parts!)
It has been on my mind. I'm looking at black Renthals :D
Where is my prize then? Eh? Well?
It's been promised in Idle Banter. You can collect at AR09 :cool:
robbills
27-02-09, 03:52 PM
I love your new bike. Please post a ride review when you can.
Rob
Dappa D
27-02-09, 03:53 PM
well...as many have said...thats not one that i expected....not too my taste in the looks department but ive never ridden one so what do i know.....however a brand spanker of a bikes gott be good! enjoy fella
well...as many have said...thats not one that i expected....not too my taste in the looks department but ive never ridden one so what do i know.....however a brand spanker of a bikes gott be good! enjoy fella
Oh, it's ugly alright, but you can't see that when you're riding it. It's my first brand new bike since I bought my Firestorm in 1998, and it's a good feeling. When I've racked up a thousand or so miles I'll write a short review.
markryker
27-02-09, 04:00 PM
Very nice bike, seem rather popular at the moment, enjoy :D
I love your new bike. Please post a ride review when you can.
Rob
No problem Rob. They have been getting the Versys in the USA for about a year now, but not in Ca. I don't think they get the ABS version or the all black one like this either.
the_lone_wolf
27-02-09, 04:03 PM
finally:p
it looks... well...
it looks very...
erm
i'm sure it rides beautifully:D
Thank god for that, It was hard keeping a secret!
So thats 2 of us now then. Ive got about 500 miles on mine now, and its bloody great! Ive got the option of Scorpion can for it (I couldnt handle twin Ixils) so might get that plus a few bits & bobs which will help keep it cleaner on a ride. I do like the clear Indys Lozzo, look much better than the orange ones I have. Will have to see how much a couple of sets are I think...
DarrenSV650S
27-02-09, 05:20 PM
All that hype for that?
injury_ian
27-02-09, 05:22 PM
Did you try the Vstrom as well? or was it not even considered?
All that hype for that?
I thought it was gonna be a superdooper stealthy sports bike. But that makes more sense, not my cuppa but im sure you'll enjoy!!! :safe:
Did you try the Vstrom as well? or was it not even considered?
Too tall, too bulky, too heavy and even uglier. Plus, they aren't as cheap with panniers and ABS. Also, I haven't read one write up on the V-Strom that raves about it like the reviews of the Versys do.
All that hype for that?
Haha :p
Its erm different ;)
Axo Leathers are based in my town, I'm hoping to flog them the plate, that's why I chose it.
Can you even sell original plates, I thought they were non transferable.
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y285/Zoogicub/Streethawk.jpg
Does it remind anyone else of this?
I like Versyseses, I'm occasionally tempted by a used one now and then. Didn't know they had USD forks though, new for '09 or did I miss it?
Jester666
27-02-09, 06:20 PM
Ummmmm...
:shock:
ok, that wasn't quite what I expected!!
Errr, enjoy?
:lol:
Its erm different ;)
Can you even sell original plates, I thought they were non transferable.
You've always been allowed to sell original plates, they aren't non-transferable. You never used to be able to transfer one from car to bike before, but this might have changed.
I like Versyseses, I'm occasionally tempted by a used one now and then. Didn't know they had USD forks though, new for '09 or did I miss it?
They've always had USD forks, but earlier models had silver ones.
Looks like a great all rounder , I had a first gen fazer 600 which was not a looker but was a great bike .
Enjoy
didnt expect that one lozzo definitely must be a case of substance over style then as no offence but it's no looker i'm sure it's probably a **** hot bike though.
Good lord i was not expecting that.... Ugliest bike in the world, whats the appeal?
the_lone_wolf
27-02-09, 09:02 PM
Good lord i was not expecting that.... Ugliest bike in the world, whats the appeal?
http://www.eclenbuterol.com/images/ron.jeremy.jpg
Much like Ron Jeremy, it must be how well it rides 'cause it's sure as **** not how it looks...
Having an ugly bike only serves to make the rider look better.
Good lord i was not expecting that.... Ugliest bike in the world, whats the appeal?
You ain't looking at the bike when you're doing 100 through the bends. All bikes are ugly, they're made of metal, plastic and rubber. Beauty is a term reserved for women.
Oh also, i was under the impression that the 09 plates wern't available till the 1st of march? I was obviously wrong, but a bloke at work is getting a brand new sv and he can't have it till sunday (the 1st).
dizzyblonde
27-02-09, 09:48 PM
welllllll I suppose its slightly better than the green one.
Oh also, i was under the impression that the 09 plates wern't available till the 1st of march? I was obviously wrong, but a bloke at work is getting a brand new sv and he can't have it till sunday (the 1st).
They delivered it on a trailer because the shop isn't open on Sunday and they'll be too busy Saturday. I can't ride it til Sunday because it's not officially registered, taxed or insured until then. There's nothing illegal about them letting me have it earlier.
welllllll I suppose its slightly better than the green one.
Anything is better than the green one (Sorry Robchester)
They delivered it on a trailer because the shop isn't open on Sunday and they'll be too busy Saturday. I can't ride it til Sunday because it's not officially registered, taxed or insured until then. There's nothing illegal about them letting me have it earlier.
Thats pretty harsh not being able to ride it. You must be itching!
Lozzo...sod the lot of them
I have a Blandit and dont care what they thinkl
You are old and need ur comfort,.
Enjoy it
Rick
Listen I know a lot of people care what their bikes look like but this is a great ride. It can be ridden like a supermoto, sat forward arms out, or you can sit back on the comfy area of the seat and admire the view. Its so light at speed, and the bars nice and wide so you can just push it into corners.
I have only just started with the bike. There are improvements to come (although its ugly face will stay)
dizzyblonde
27-02-09, 10:38 PM
Anything is better than the green one (Sorry Robchester)
ooo yeah oops, sorry Rob.
Anyhoo, it doesn't matter what a bike looks like, its what the owner thinks. Everybody on here says the Vrap is one ugly mofo, but I love it, Im Indoors frickin is in love with it, the xtra is more sexxy, and its a TL with style, and it handles a lot better than the original lardy charactor.
If you like it Lozzo, and Rob good for you.
least its not a Gladys:wink:
Looks quirky, but I think I prefer Rob's in Kwak green.
Thats pretty harsh not being able to ride it. You must be itching!
Yep
Lozzo...sod the lot of them
I have a Blandit and dont care what they thinkl
You are old and need ur comfort,.
Enjoy it
Rick
Haha. I actually chose it because I miss my old '98 Bandit 600 and the riding position that had. I loved throwing that bike around, and the Versys makes so much sense as a road bike because it does everything well.
xXBADGERXx
27-02-09, 10:59 PM
I can't ride it til Sunday because it's not officially registered, taxed or insured until then. .
Oh , Thats gotta hurt .
Before I decided on an SV I was quite set on one of these , my mates panned me for it and I didn`t care a jot , if it does what you want it to do and it is fit for purpose then you get out there and enjoy it
:laughat:On Sunday
shonadoll
27-02-09, 11:00 PM
I think it's the headlight that lets it down a bit in the looks dept-however, it doesn't matter, and the bike gets fabulous reviews.
I think it's good you have gone for something different, because it suits what you want to do with it-as appropriate as someone buying a race bike, and actually using it on track....
Haha. I actually chose it because I miss my old '98 Bandit 600 and the riding position that had. I loved throwing that bike around, and the Versys makes so much sense as a road bike because it does everything well.
I am now in love with lozzo
Luckypants
28-02-09, 01:23 AM
You know, I think a green IAM triangle would look great on that Versys.... :smt074
the_lone_wolf
28-02-09, 01:27 AM
You know, I think a green IAM triangle would look great on that Versys.... :smt074
or one of these:
http://www.haggerelectronics.co.uk/images/rnib_logo.jpg
:wink:
You know, I think a green IAM triangle would look great on that Versys.... :smt074
It's surprising how quickly you can go off people ;)
or one of these:
http://www.haggerelectronics.co.uk/images/rnib_logo.jpg
:wink:
And that goes for you too :D
I think it's the headlight that lets it down a bit in the looks dept-however, it doesn't matter, and the bike gets fabulous reviews.
Like I said, I'm not looking at the bike when I'm riding it. It's like the old joke about fat burds and mopeds... only I'm not ashamed of having a fat burd if she's fun.
I think it's good you have gone for something different, because it suits what you want to do with it-as appropriate as someone buying a race bike, and actually using it on track....
I have a road-legal trackbike, but it's crap as a roadbike now it's had new bodywork and a single seat. I keep a variety of bikes - one for road, one for track and a small winter hack for pootling around locally that I don't mind getting knocked about a bit. The Versys is the road bike, it won't be going on track and the panniers will be useful when I go shopping at Sainsbury's.
You know what, it looks ok in black and like you said one doesn't care how it looks when you're riding it. Owner friends rate it highly. Can't wait to ride one actually. It's the best practical/affordable do-it-all road bike out there at the mo I think.
the_lone_wolf
28-02-09, 11:15 AM
And that goes for you too :D
it would be funny if you matched with with an open face lid and some big black glasses;)
Quiff Wichard
28-02-09, 12:28 PM
Listen I know a lot of people care what their bikes look like but this is a great ride. It can be ridden like a supermoto, sat forward arms out, or you can sit back on the comfy area of the seat and admire the view. Its so light at speed, and the bars nice and wide so you can just push it into corners.
I have only just started with the bike. There are improvements to come (although its ugly face will stay)
you could always have plastic surgery..
oh the bikes face !!
I wouldnt be surprised if Honda looked to do something like this. I have yet to find anyone who rode the V make a bad comment about it from a handling perspective. For some they have said that they wanted more power but for me its spot on. I need to fix my annoying fairing buzz (need some adhesive foam padding) but thats about the only criticism I have at the moment...
Alpinestarhero
01-03-09, 03:27 PM
and the panniers will be useful when I go shopping at Sainsbury's.
ah! i'll use this reason to justify purchasing a honda VFR800 with full luggage. food shopping. :cheers:
shonadoll
01-03-09, 04:16 PM
ah! i'll use this reason to justify purchasing a honda VFR800 with full luggage. food shopping. :cheers:
I was thoroughly impressed with my topbox a few days back-had forgotten to pick up basics-vodka, wine, diet coke, milk, so nipped into the shops and loaded up my topbox-thought I'd really notice a difference with so much stuff in, but nothing. Fabulous things, and it takes the run of a key to remove it if I want to ride without it.:D
I've always liked the look of the Versys because that chunky mushroom headlight seemed to suit that sort of bike nicely. The rest of the bike is unquestionably modern and smart looking too. It's just a bit "different".
Tim in Belgium
02-03-09, 09:30 AM
Looking good, does it feel less or more powerful than the SV?
Looking good, does it feel less or more powerful than the SV?
Difficult to say the the moment, Tim. I'm running it in at a maximum of 4 to 5K revs for the first 500 miles, then 6 to 7K for the next 500.
I do believe in running bikes in properly.
It's certainly not lacking in midrange grunt, that's for sure, but I'm not expecting it to be on a par with the SV for overall power. However, it does handle sweeter than both the SVs I've owned.
Tim in Belgium
02-03-09, 10:08 AM
I thought that you may be running it in after posting.
Out of interest were your SVs on standard or modded suspension? And is it better handling on all roads, or just the twistier bits (B-road type)?
Tim, personally I think theres very little between the V and the SV in terms of power. 5bhp is probably quite difficult to suss out, although seat of the pants it does feel very strong in the midrange. It pulls well, into 3 figures but have no idea of top speed as I havent gone that far with it.
Suspension wise, there is notably less dive at the front end, the front brakes seem on par with the SV however the rear brake seems to be a little vague. It tends to soak up bumps easier and has less kick from the rear.
Im getting my first few bits and bobs this weekend to start the farkling process. Both cosmetic and purposeful mods. Watch this space...
SoulKiss
02-03-09, 04:56 PM
I dont think it is (the wait being over)
I'm still waiting for Loz to pop the REAL pics of the CB1000RR or whatever up with a big GOTCHA!!!
At least, thats what I hope the case is...............
the_lone_wolf
02-03-09, 05:03 PM
At least, thats what I hope the case is...............
either that, or there's a little yamaha rep in the top box who's preparing to leap out yelling "SUPPLIZE" and hand lozzo the keys to his 2009 R1
;)
JamesMio
02-03-09, 05:05 PM
I like it, I've been on the prowl for 'something' suitable for going touring on that won't bust the bank (and maybe even allow me to afford to keep the SV too...).
Can't justify paying for a V-Strom with an SV in the garage, VFR's & Sprint ST's out of my budget, I'm still pretty inexperienced on the grand scheme of things so I shouldn't be looking at things like ZZR1100's and Blackbirds just yet I don't think.
Looks like I'll add the Versys to the Test Ride list alongside the big 1250 Bandits then!
Tim in Belgium
02-03-09, 05:17 PM
Tim, personally I think theres very little between the V and the SV in terms of power. 5bhp is probably quite difficult to suss out, although seat of the pants it does feel very strong in the midrange. It pulls well, into 3 figures but have no idea of top speed as I havent gone that far with it.
Suspension wise, there is notably less dive at the front end, the front brakes seem on par with the SV however the rear brake seems to be a little vague. It tends to soak up bumps easier and has less kick from the rear.
Im getting my first few bits and bobs this weekend to start the farkling process. Both cosmetic and purposeful mods. Watch this space...
It was the seat of the pants feel I was after, as you say numbers are a little meaningless, and nice to hear the comparison with SV's suspension, I can certainly imagine it's more "flickable" too.
The bars are very wide so it makes turns easy. Im a little apprehensive about the tyres as a lot of people have criticised the D221s saying theyre poor in the wet. It was soaking the other day so I wasnt planning on pushing them but didnt think they were as bad as the oe tyres on the SV.
The only thing I will say is that because of its lack of good looks, im not sure Ill bond with the bike like I did with the SV. Im hoping these few bits which I add to it will improve it for me but the SV never looked dated. Even now, theyre great looking bikes and itll be a shame for Suzuki to bin them.
If it was pure asthetics I was going for, it would be a Gixxer or an R6, however neither tick the boxes which I need them to.
I dont think it is (the wait being over)
I'm still waiting for Loz to pop the REAL pics of the CB1000RR or whatever up with a big GOTCHA!!!
At least, thats what I hope the case is...............
I did buy another bike at the weekend, in fact I acquired two more - the first is a 2001 Fireblade, and the other is a 1979 TS250C. I honestly did go out and buy a brand new Versys and I love it.
The only thing I will say is that because of its lack of good looks, im not sure Ill bond with the bike like I did with the SV. Im hoping these few bits which I add to it will improve it for me but the SV never looked dated. Even now, theyre great looking bikes and itll be a shame for Suzuki to bin them.
That's where you and I differ. For me it's not the looks it's about the way it rides.
I've been using the anaolgy of choosing between a fat burd who's great fun and makes you laugh, or a thick supermodel with terminal halitosis. I'd choose the fat burd every time.
Im getting my first few bits and bobs this weekend to start the farkling process. Both cosmetic and purposeful mods. Watch this space...
That started the day before I could legally ride it on the road. It's now wearing a Scottoiler with touring resevoir.
Today I ordered one of Speedy's lowering kits and a flat-foot for the sidestand, then I got on the phone to Motobins and ordered some Hepco and Becker engine bars for it. Next on the list is a hugger and fenda-extenda followed by handguards and heated grips, then a Baglux cover and a sat-nav mount from the genuine accessories catalogue.
Lozzo, how much are the Sat Nav Mounts?
I might be picking 3 or 4 items up at the weekend to start the modding process.
Lozzo, how much are the Sat Nav Mounts?
I might be picking 3 or 4 items up at the weekend to start the modding process.
About 35 quid. I doubt anyone will have one in stock though, might have to be ordered in. You can get one direct from here:
http://www.k4u.co.uk/item679.htm
BanannaMan
05-03-09, 02:44 AM
I like it!!!!! :cool:
Looks great. Would love to have those paniers as well.
Been on any twisty roads yet???
Would like to know how it handles vs. the SV.
I like it!!!!! :cool:
Looks great. Would love to have those paniers as well.
Been on any twisty roads yet???
Would like to know how it handles vs. the SV.
Nicely
Have been out to play on back roads and it soaks up the bumps far better than any SV I've ridden. Obviously I haven't really pushed it yet but first impressions are that it feels sweeter all round.
The panniers are big enough to take 4 washing machine loads to the laundrette to use the tumble dryers, with some room to spare. :p
wyrdness
05-03-09, 09:36 AM
Mine's blacker with added black bits :D
How much more black could this be? and the answer is none. None more black.
Lozzo, ive had the bike in a few bits today, removed the screen and side cowls to get to the annoying panel buzz which no doubt you will experience soon. There are 2 pieces of plastic on the cowling which at around 3-4k will resonate and annoy the hell out of you. A warranty fix involved putting foam pads between the two but because one of the pieces is quite sharp, it has eventually worn through the pads. I fixed it by cutting up some of those oxford sticky pads which come free with tankpads and cut them to shape of the foam. Placed them on top and its stopped the buzzing and hopefully the plastic cutting into the foam.
I think I prefer the bike with the standard screen, flipped upside down. The Vario is a bit IAM for me so I might take it off and only using when touring. I havent had chance to try the standard screen yet though as the bolts on the Vario are too long (and the nuts are closed)
Picking up a set of KTM handguards and an Ermax Hugger for it tomorrow and Saturday I am looking at a Scorpion exhaust. :D
Tim in Belgium
05-03-09, 10:21 PM
I hope the handguards aren't orange Rob, that would clash awfully with the Kwak metallic Bogie ;)
Exhaust sounds fun......
Lozzo, ive had the bike in a few bits today, removed the screen and side cowls to get to the annoying panel buzz which no doubt you will experience soon.
I always wear ear plugs so I probably won't hear it.
The Vario is a bit IAM for me
I like that expression, can I nick it please? :D.
Picking up a set of KTM handguards and an Ermax Hugger for it tomorrow and Saturday I am looking at a Scorpion exhaust. :D
The exhaust I'm not at all bothered about, I really like the standard one because it's different.
Handguards and a hugger are on my list of must-haves, along with Honda genuine heated grips. I tried some fitted to a VFR the other day and was most impressed. Handguards will probably be those Acerbis Dual Roads or KTM.
I always wear ear plugs so I probably won't hear it.
I like that expression, can I nick it please? :D.
The exhaust I'm not at all bothered about, I really like the standard one because it's different.
Handguards and a hugger are on my list of must-haves, along with Honda genuine heated grips. I tried some fitted to a VFR the other day and was most impressed. Handguards will probably be those Acerbis Dual Roads or KTM.
I too wear earplugs all the time but find that its the rattling that cuts through the silence.
Oh and feel free to plagiarise anytime you like :D
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