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andrewsmith · 29-06-14, 01:46 PM

What they have both said.

written with a biro

650 · 29-06-14, 03:37 PM

Sorry to hear this mate, bike ownership (especially at the top end..such as R1's) can be fraught with hidden issues that can be expensive and sometimes lethal. Good thing you noticed it and can sort it. I'm assuming the swing arm being marked is on the inside? If you have evidence that it was the dealer who's done it, I wouldn't hesitate in riding down there and asking them to sort it out at their cost if it bothers you.

As a measure of safety, I'd go over ALL the important items and check for consistency and correct torque settings - calipers, front and rear axle nuts, even the clip ons...can't be too careful dude.

yorkie_chris · 29-06-14, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 650

Sorry to hear this mate, bike ownership (especially at the top end..such as R1's) can be fraught with hidden issues that can be expensive and sometimes lethal..

HIDDEN!?

Fook man, anyone not capable of spotting glaring bollock ups like this aren't competent to have a licence.

650 · 29-06-14, 07:03 PM

flymo · 29-06-14, 10:48 PM

Easy to spot once pointed out, or indeed if you are looking for it. Still, the bike is now in my capable hands and will be well looked after.

Every bike I have ever owned has left my possession in better condition than when it arrived, even with a 2009 R1 it appears that will again be the case.

It is still a stunning bike.

650 · 30-06-14, 07:11 AM

How're you finding the suspension on it (naturally it'll be one trillion times that of an SV) but a lot complain that the 14B has cheap suspension components, the lads over at www.yamahar.co.uk are great and some stupidly knowledgeable types over there!

TheRamJam · 30-06-14, 07:50 AM

Caliper bracket lug is not located properly

flymo · 30-06-14, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 650

How're you finding the suspension on it (naturally it'll be one trillion times that of an SV) but a lot complain that the 14B has cheap suspension components, the lads over at www.yamahar.co.uk are great and some stupidly knowledgeable types over there!

Compared to stock SV suspension..... night and day. Compared to my race prepped SV650 with Elka race shock..... average.

Seriously though, its all relative. I could spend £10,000 on suspension and there would still be upgrade possible. The R1 is perfect for what I need right now.

It had a small handling problem that I suspected was down to tyres squaring off. Looks like the rear wheel was probably misaligned, sorted that and it feels great now. I'll set the suspension up properly when I can be arsed

Scoobs · 30-06-14, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRamJam

Caliper bracket lug is not located properly

Holy shi ite! Deadly!

650 · 30-06-14, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flymo

Compared to stock SV suspension..... night and day. Compared to my race prepped SV650 with Elka race shock..... average.

Seriously though, its all relative. I could spend £10,000 on suspension and there would still be upgrade possible. The R1 is perfect for what I need right now.

It had a small handling problem that I suspected was down to tyres squaring off. Looks like the rear wheel was probably misaligned, sorted that and it feels great now. I'll set the suspension up properly when I can be arsed

Ha, you're right. No end of money could be spent really, my friend's buying Ohlins up front and a TTX for the rear and some weird ass brakes I've forgotten the name of...will find out for you later, they look amazing though.

Oh and some carbon fiber wheels. Cos, you know, it's not bling enough as it is.

29-06-14, 01:46 PM	#11
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29-06-14, 03:37 PM	#12
650 Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2012 Location: South East London Posts: 1,095	Re: oh dear, getting to know my new R1 Sorry to hear this mate, bike ownership (especially at the top end..such as R1's) can be fraught with hidden issues that can be expensive and sometimes lethal. Good thing you noticed it and can sort it. I'm assuming the swing arm being marked is on the inside? If you have evidence that it was the dealer who's done it, I wouldn't hesitate in riding down there and asking them to sort it out at their cost if it bothers you. As a measure of safety, I'd go over ALL the important items and check for consistency and correct torque settings - calipers, front and rear axle nuts, even the clip ons...can't be too careful dude. __________________ 93 VFR750 - WAY too many mods to list. Crashed 04 SV1000 - Bar end mirrors. Belly pan. Seat cowl. K4 GSXR600 K6 front end and custom top yoke. R6 Brembo MC

29-06-14, 07:03 PM	#14
650 Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2012 Location: South East London Posts: 1,095	Re: oh dear, getting to know my new R1 __________________ 93 VFR750 - WAY too many mods to list. Crashed 04 SV1000 - Bar end mirrors. Belly pan. Seat cowl. K4 GSXR600 K6 front end and custom top yoke. R6 Brembo MC

29-06-14, 10:48 PM	#15
flymo Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: North West Posts: 3,124	Re: oh dear, getting to know my new R1 Easy to spot once pointed out, or indeed if you are looking for it. Still, the bike is now in my capable hands and will be well looked after. Every bike I have ever owned has left my possession in better condition than when it arrived, even with a 2009 R1 it appears that will again be the case. It is still a stunning bike.

30-06-14, 07:11 AM	#16
650 Member Mega Poster Join Date: May 2012 Location: South East London Posts: 1,095	Re: oh dear, getting to know my new R1 How're you finding the suspension on it (naturally it'll be one trillion times that of an SV) but a lot complain that the 14B has cheap suspension components, the lads over at www.yamahar.co.uk are great and some stupidly knowledgeable types over there! __________________ 93 VFR750 - WAY too many mods to list. Crashed 04 SV1000 - Bar end mirrors. Belly pan. Seat cowl. K4 GSXR600 K6 front end and custom top yoke. R6 Brembo MC

30-06-14, 07:50 AM	#17
TheRamJam Member Mega Poster Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: North East Glasgow, UK Posts: 1,137	Re: oh dear, getting to know my new R1 Caliper bracket lug is not located properly __________________ Previous: Suzuki SV650S K9 - Sold Suzuki GSXR1000 K8 - Wrote Aff Honda Fireblade RR-9 - Sold Yamaha MT 10 - Sold Current Bike: Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory

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