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Ziploc posted:Did you jump it off the loading dock? That one was high, the DRZ would bottom on a drop over ~3ft.
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CSi-NA-EJ7 posted:I haven;t posted pictures of my bike with the new powdercoated frame I did in august. We have had one of those in the living room for the past month as my room mate very very meticulously reassembles it after a crash last year. Beautiful bikes just watch your exhaust if you start really leaning it over, he was over far enough to lift the rear tire off when the exhaust was dragging.
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CSi-NA-EJ7 posted:I haven;t posted pictures of my bike with the new powdercoated frame I did in august. It looks like my Ninja 250's dad.
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Dec 21, 2009 23:25
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 My 08 Daytona 675, Upgraded from a ZZR250. Definitely worlds apart, had to learn throttle control all over again.
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I love the look of Daytonas. The numbers seem to indicate the power is quite peaky. I hope I am wrong, is there bottom end / linear power like the other Triples are so famous for? Also makes me wonder why they didn't do a 1050cc version.
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Dec 22, 2009 15:32
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Here's a 2006 Daytona 675:  Looks like it's a little better than a typical 600.
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Dec 22, 2009 15:40
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The triple motor definitely gives it more torque down low. A very nice bike to ride. I would have bought one but the seat is too narrow for my liking. Probably my favorite handling sportbike. Right up there with the 04-05 gsx-r600s.
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That's another thing I hear, the bike itself is really narrow compared to the i4 Jap 600's. I wanna pick one up sometime before spring if I can, or a sumo, I can't decide yet.
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Dec 22, 2009 18:36
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CSi-NA-EJ7 posted:And there are more important things to do than clean it you're no ducati owner.
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Rev. Dr. Moses P. Lester posted:you're no ducati owner. I'll give him the benefit of doubt, and believe he's talking about drinking coffee.
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Dec 22, 2009 20:47
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I can contribute here... 2010 Triumph Daytona 675 SE named Grace.
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theperminator posted:
Try getting a Tiger/Sprint/Speed throttle tube for it. It has a larger cam size, so you don't have to turn the throttle so far to the WOT stop. Helps a ton.
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phiglit_missally posted:Try getting a Tiger/Sprint/Speed throttle tube for it. It has a larger cam size, so you don't have to turn the throttle so far to the WOT stop. Helps a ton. Problem I'm having is the twitchiness of it in comparison to my 250, I've considered the 1050 tube but I think it'll only make matters worse. I probably just need to loosen up a bit on it. I probably won't be going for WOT. not again...
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theperminator posted:Problem I'm having is the twitchiness of it in comparison to my 250, I've considered the 1050 tube but I think it'll only make matters worse. I probably just need to loosen up a bit on it. Adjusting the throttle cable slack worked for me for the twitchy problem. The manual recommends too much slack for my taste. Might give it a try. To further contribute, here is another picture. 
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Dec 23, 2009 17:05
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God, that 675 in white is fantastic. Love it.
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I love white bikes in general, and the Daytona looks great in it. I went to a Triumph dealer and sat on one and was reminded why I don't want a supersport. The new Thruxtons were surprisingly comfortable, though. (Still likely getting a Bonnie.)
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oh god what have i done? My wallet is $1300 bucks lighter and my porch is now twice as crowded. Picked it up with a no start issue, 2 new spark plugs later and it runs like a dream.  It's so cute though 
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drat, that's a fantastic deal on a gen one. Congrats!
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Seattle brought out a little bit of sun today, so I took this opportunity of having light to snap a few of the new family member and my two daily drivers together.    Click here for the full 640x480 image.  Click here for the full 480x640 image.  Click here for the full 480x640 image.  Click here for the full 480x640 image.  Click here for the full 640x480 image.
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I was about to ask if that was a gladius before I saw the ducati badge. Good thing I stopped myself in time.
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phiglit_missally posted:Adjusting the throttle cable slack worked for me for the twitchy problem. The manual recommends too much slack for my taste. Might give it a try. Sweet, I'll give that a try. I love the white by the way, gorgeous bike.
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I'll be honest, I just find my Speed Triple to have a fairly twitchy throttle. I still manage to bang my head back after hitting bumps sometimes. I'm getting better about keeping a lose hand, especially over rough tar.
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TheCosmicMuffet posted:I was about to ask if that was a gladius before I saw the ducati badge. Good thing I stopped myself in time. 
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Fantastipotamus posted:I'll be honest, I just find my Speed Triple to have a fairly twitchy throttle. I still manage to bang my head back after hitting bumps sometimes. I'm getting better about keeping a lose hand, especially over rough tar. I have found that too much slack in the throttle cables can contribute, as well as a compound problem caused by stiff arm/wrist. Try keeping loose from your shoulders down, not just your grip and wrist. Endless Mike posted:I love white bikes in general, and the Daytona looks great in it. I went to a Triumph dealer and sat on one and was reminded why I don't want a supersport. The new Thruxtons were surprisingly comfortable, though. (Still likely getting a Bonnie.) http://www.motorcycledaily.com/10december09_triumph2010thruxton.htm
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drat Spiffy, that's a sweet pair. It's like the rich cousin to my stable of the Speed Triple and the DRZ. Let me know if you ever want me to come visit and ride them for you.
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phiglit_missally posted:Small light FI bikes are a lot more twitchy in general then carburated speedies from my experience. Over tight cables can contribute too, especially at low speeds, because they'll engage the throttle for you as you turn the bars!  Besides that though, that's really good advice for people who are having trouble keep the throttle even over bumps. It's staying relaxed and a LOT of practice that allows to to learn to really isolate your throttle control from what the bike is doing.
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cmorrow001 posted:drat Spiffy, that's a sweet pair. It's like the rich cousin to my stable of the Speed Triple and the DRZ. Totally. I'll be like that guy in the craigslist add and wear your gear and tear by your house, so you can see how cool you look on your streetfighter. For a price, of course. 
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phiglit_missally posted:Small light FI bikes are a lot more twitchy in general then carburated speedies from my experience. I've checked the throttle cable, and the play is within spec, so I think it's just that I'm still getting comfortable on the bike (only had it for two and half months, one of which it's been in winter storage).
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 Click here for the full 700x936 image.  Click here for the full 1500x1122 image. 150cc I got this new-to-me bike around May as my daily commuter bike to college.
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At first I was like "oh hey your bike has no engine" but then I saw it and giggled while thinking about how much fun that must be.
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Yeah , it is a pretty fun bike and i wouldn't worry that it would kill me on the road.
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Dubs posted:600's are lovely street bikes compared to 750/1000, there is no bait. Eff you. Z3n posted:Yup, that generation of GSX-R wasn't as bad as the generation before it for having no midrange, but still...600 I4s on the street, Eff you. huplescat posted:I'm working on my brother to upgrade to a 1000 instead of a 600. He's been riding a Ducati Monster 600 for the last year and is looking at a Honda CBR600RR. Eff you. Rev. Dr. Moses P. Lester posted:yeah this is a major hot button issue here. it is the kirk vs. picard to our trekkies. You're cool. Z3n posted:but most 600 supersports are poo poo for the street. And Eff you. lancemantis posted:Does anybody know how well those Cortech bags get along with under seat exhausts? Mine does just fine.   Also all you jerks saying that 600's suck for the street, eh go get a scooter if you don't like shifting. Which is the only real valid argument I have heard for the 1000's are better than 600's for the street "I don't have to shift as much". Other than that they are awesome. And comfort doesn't come into it because the 600RR's vs. the 1000RR's the 600RR is more geared towards the street rider with their seating position. This message brought to you by your resident CBR600RR spokesperson. 
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^ this but for 250s.
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Silver posted:Also all you jerks saying that 600's suck for the street, eh go get a scooter if you don't like shifting. Which is the only real valid argument I have heard for the 1000's are better than 600's for the street "I don't have to shift as much". Other than that they are awesome. And comfort doesn't come into it because the 600RR's vs. the 1000RR's the 600RR is more geared towards the street rider with their seating position. Actually my ZX636R isn't so bad on the street. Compared to the bigger bikes it falls flat through the midrange, but it sure is fun to make it scream. They still belong on the track though  The problem with a 600 is that you get it really rolling and you're doing totally illegal poo poo...by the time you hit the powerband in any gear but first you're probably already breaking a shitload of laws. Usable power is what I want for a street ride, and 600s aren't so great at that.
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It's not all 600's, just Honda 600's that are stupid.
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Z3n posted:The problem with a 600 is that you get it really rolling and you're doing totally illegal poo poo...by the time you hit the powerband in any gear but first you're probably already breaking a shitload of laws. Usable power is what I want for a street ride, and 600s aren't so great at that.  Spiffness posted:It's not all 600's, just Honda 600's that are stupid. no u.
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Silver posted:
If you put a 600 engine in a scooter with a CVT i would ride the baby jesus out of it. Maybe even if you put a honda 600 in it.
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noway man, 600 still not enough power for dat thing, I'd only ride it if you put a busa engine in it cuz rawr more powra
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Silver posted:noway man, 600 still not enough power for dat thing, I'd only ride it if you put a busa engine in it cuz rawr more powra Nah dawg, the SS1000RR is the new powra masta. Put a ZX10 in it if you want wheelies.
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