GSXR-750 K5 first impressions - Page 2 - SV650.org

fizzwheel · 03-04-06, 07:55 PM

Thanks for the comments I dont think I'm up to journalistic standard quite yet

Scoobs - I'll see how I get on I expect I'll have the urge to twiddle the suspension at some point. The owners manual has all the standard settings documented. But I'll make a note like you suggest before I start anything.

Jelster - I've noticed the front brake and how deep I can brake into corners already. I dont think I'll make a habit of doing it though.

I cant believe what its going to be like when I can rev it all the way to the limiter TBH I'm not sure I need to I think a short shift into 2nd and the use the torque would make better progress and also help keep the front wheel down.

Valleyboy - Yep It'll be making an appearance on the 20th May

Greg - I know what you mean I think I'll always have a soft spot for the twin. I'm keeping the SV so I get the best of both worlds. I'm begining to think that is a common misconception about it being a "back breaker" at the moment. Its mainly my wrists, arms and legs that seem to be getting sore after prolonged periods in the saddle. My back so far has been fine. It is not comfortable to filter through traffic though, its better with some speed on as the wind blast hits you in the chest and takes the weight of your wrists. The standard screen is excellent though, it directs the wind at my chest and away from my neck and head.

03-04-06, 08:13 PM

Looks like we will have a cracking selection of bikes then

If Falc pop along and brings his GSXR, you on the 750, me on the Kwak... Jabba on his Hairnet

and a few SV's to make some noise as well!

03-04-06, 09:30 PM

thats alot of noise right there VB

Excellent review Fizz, I've read all the reviews in the bike mags about the 750 and they seem to love it as its in the middle of the screaming 600's and the beasty 1000's and because there isnt really a sporting class for the 750 anymore its less focused for the track and better suited to the roads.

An excellent choice I must say, glad to hear your liking it

03-04-06, 07:55 PM	#11
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Thanks for the comments I dont think I'm up to journalistic standard quite yet Scoobs - I'll see how I get on I expect I'll have the urge to twiddle the suspension at some point. The owners manual has all the standard settings documented. But I'll make a note like you suggest before I start anything. Jelster - I've noticed the front brake and how deep I can brake into corners already. I dont think I'll make a habit of doing it though. I cant believe what its going to be like when I can rev it all the way to the limiter TBH I'm not sure I need to I think a short shift into 2nd and the use the torque would make better progress and also help keep the front wheel down. Valleyboy - Yep It'll be making an appearance on the 20th May Greg - I know what you mean I think I'll always have a soft spot for the twin. I'm keeping the SV so I get the best of both worlds. I'm begining to think that is a common misconception about it being a "back breaker" at the moment. Its mainly my wrists, arms and legs that seem to be getting sore after prolonged periods in the saddle. My back so far has been fine. It is not comfortable to filter through traffic though, its better with some speed on as the wind blast hits you in the chest and takes the weight of your wrists. The standard screen is excellent though, it directs the wind at my chest and away from my neck and head. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

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03-04-06, 08:13 PM	#12
valleyboy Guest Posts: n/a	Looks like we will have a cracking selection of bikes then If Falc pop along and brings his GSXR, you on the 750, me on the Kwak... Jabba on his Hairnet and a few SV's to make some noise as well!

03-04-06, 09:30 PM	#13
falc Guest Posts: n/a	thats alot of noise right there VB Excellent review Fizz, I've read all the reviews in the bike mags about the 750 and they seem to love it as its in the middle of the screaming 600's and the beasty 1000's and because there isnt really a sporting class for the 750 anymore its less focused for the track and better suited to the roads. An excellent choice I must say, glad to hear your liking it