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11-02-12, 10:11 PM | #1 |
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Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
Hi can anyone help ?? Looking into getting an sv for a track bike is there much difference or benefits from either the carb model or the newer injection?? Does anyone know if any bandit parts are compatable with the sv as I have a few bits and bobs in the garage wheels suspension etc
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12-02-12, 11:17 PM | #2 |
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Re: Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
Pointy is more perky out of the box.
I reckon curvy has better rear linkage. Both can shift in right hands. Some bandit stuff can work, forks, calipers etc.
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12-02-12, 11:19 PM | #3 |
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Re: Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
Are you picking an SV for any particular reason? Pound per performance there are better options out there.
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13-02-12, 04:18 PM | #4 |
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Re: Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
Thanks for the advice, What would you recomend instead of an SV???? a few guys ive spoke to say they make good track bikes and i like the ride of a twin but any advice would be sweet.
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13-02-12, 05:24 PM | #5 |
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Re: Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
Just about any SS600 bike is going to outperform an SV in terms of lap times, although a lot will depend on the spec/condition of the suspension. I'm not saying there is anything wrong with the SV, and if you really want a twin it's a great choice (you only have to look at what makes up most of a Minitwin grid) but it's that very series that helps keep the SV prices so high. Take a look at some of the older GSXR/CBR/FZR 600's and you'll see what I mean.
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13-02-12, 07:13 PM | #6 |
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Re: Curvy or Pointy for track bike?
cheers mate i will keep me eyes open see what track bikes are for sale and price etc i've had loads of ss road bikes but not sure whats best on track. i want a bike i can ride no be ridden by if that makes sense.
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