| Author | Message | ||
     Court |
>>>>how many MORE investment banks will WE be forced to save? I had my S-2 built to 88" with the primary objective being reliability. There were a number of "err on the side of caution" choices made along the way and the result was 111 RWHP. | ||
| Interex2050 |
all or none... Hmm it is a rather tempting proposition. maybe I will come to my senses once finals are over... One more to go!!! edit: A bored nine would be nice though... (Message edited by interex2050 on March 19, 2008) | ||
| Interex2050 |
Well I have good news with regards to the refund... I got a call Thursday from BCS and things are moving along they needed me to send a request to terminate my insurance. So I am hoping that by the end of the month I should have my money back. With regards to the purchase of the 1098; I decided not to go through with it yet... instead I will initially get an sv1000s. I found a really nice one for $5300 its an 05 with 5800 miles. One thing that really made this one stand out from the rest is the following: The owner installed a full Yoshimura system on there, but instead of doing what most people do (either nothing or power commander) he had it dyno tuned and ecu remapped. It comforting that he has done things properly. And with the excess money I will buy a 05 GSX-R front end, and a Penske shock. That way I do not end up "downgrading" too much from the Firebolt. Not to mention that after that is all said and done, I can minimize the hours that I have to work next quarter; and focus on my studies instead of paying for financing insurance and repairs. And once things settle down I can buy a Ducati with more confidence, because I will have a reliable back up. Not to mention that by having two bikes I can minimize the mileage on the Ducati and keep the service intervals spread further apart. This seems like a sound plan to me... | ||
| Slaughter |
There is a HUGE online community of support for SV - 650 and 1000. Good you're doing suspension and not screwing with the motor. Got rid of the rubber brake lines yet (changed to braided)? That is the only other "performance" mod that can be strongly recommended! Oh and hard plastic sliders! You will find nice, elegant mounts already in place, ready to bolt right up. Yer gunna love the SV (you didn't get that from me) (Message edited by slaughter on March 23, 2008) | ||
| Interex2050 |
Excellent, any in particular that you would recommend? The front end that I am looking at comes with braided lines, but they may not be long enough for the LSL clip-ons (the stock GSX-R ones will not clear the fairing). If that is the case I will just go to goodridge Sliders are definitely very high on the list of priorities, although they may already be there its hard to tell on a completely black bike. I have not actually seen it in person yet The seller is out of town till Wednesday. I will also need to re-spring the forks, but that is not a big deal. | ||
| Baggermike |
Interex how did you get a refund from buell? was it the lemon law thing, I had a tech call me about that and promised he would help me if I did not and I promised him that I would not if he helped me, he had me bring the bike in to a dealership and promised I would get facts to my questions and then screwed me by not calling me back, so my bike was tied up being tested for nothing and I waited all last week for him to call and nothing, I am pissed off now. Mike | ||
| Interex2050 |
Mike, Hang in there, try to get your mind off of it. Patience is the key... I had to wait almost two weeks before I got a call back. I did not use the Lemon Law, but I made my demands very clear. Although the mention of the Lemon Law did get things moving. I think at this point once they get the rest of the paperwork from the insurance, I can stop by Glendale and get my refund. Its been an adventure... Best, Peter | ||
| Baggermike |
Thanks Peter I just want my bike to run like it is suppose to, I added a ground wire and that stopped the voltage fluctuating, I am now just going to ride it like it has no problems and hope for the best. I also wish you the best with your bike. Mike | ||
| Slaughter |
Peter - the SoCalSVRiders.org website is stalled (admin/server/other issues) but they have a member who started a parallel website. http://www.socalsv.org/ Gixxer.com has an SV section as well. I'm also kinda/sorta on the sections still - yep, I'm Slaughter over there also. Zoran Vujasinovic is THE total wizard on all things SV - though his work is more on the 650 because it is race-legal and competitive in more classes than the 1000. He runs Twin Works Factory: http://twinworksfactory.com/ Yeah, you can tell them Slaughter sent you... and get laughed at !! Zoran is THE SV resource across the US. I've bought suspension and engine work through him. His forum is starting to pick up since Socalsvriders.com fizzled with their main admin dude (Kurt Whittington) getting a real job with Cycle World. Zoran is a really great guy. I take a LOAD of S*^T from him for racing the Buell - but he's really a great guy (think heavy slavic accent, cigarettes, caffeine and you'll get the image) When I was in ICU after wadding up the Buell the first time, he called me and asked about the brain injury, back, ribs and foot injuries... told him that I'd recover... he then asks if I hurt my balls and when I said no - he said that's good because you don't need a brain to race, just balls. (Message edited by slaughter on March 23, 2008) | ||
| Interex2050 |
Steve, Thanks for all the info! Will take me a while to dig through all of it... Seems like quite a character... | ||
| Slaughter |
Forgot to mention that Zoran goes by TWF on all the boards. He's famous for his expression when asked how to make the bike go faster: "Twist Throttle F*CKING PU$$Y!" | ||
| Budo |
Also lots of info here http://www.sv-portal.com/ I have a 2003 Nekked SV1000 and am very pleased with it, 12k miles with zero problems. Sorry that you had such a bad experience with the Buell's. Good luck. Someone mentoned that how a company or dealership deals with a problem makes the difference. That is such a profound thing you would think everyone would recognize it. The tipping point for me was when I blew the motor in my 1998 S1W at 19,324 miles, called the service dept at my dealership explained the problem and the service writers response was 'What do you expect us to do about it?'. (Message edited by budo on March 24, 2008) | ||
| Interex2050 |
Thanks for the reassurance... I really looking forward to it. In my case I think it was more of a problem with the company rather then the dealership. Perhaps I will eventually come back to Buell, who knows. | ||
| Slaughter |
Pete - something to consider: you can always take New Racer School at Willow Springs. You NEVER are required to race but you can go out on Saturday practice days for just $85 for the whole day. MUCH better than a track day since you get to see some really good lines and technique. Club racing is a mix of very helpful/experienced people and people still learning. Something to think about. I've known people that took New Racer School and didn't race for a couple years - just did Saturday practice days. It's a different crowd than track days. | ||
| Interex2050 |
Steve, I need to do that... especially since I will have more time and excess funds to do it. How much is the school? Is Keith Code the instructor, or is that something else? | ||
| Slaughter |
Keith Code has his own track day operation. California Superbike School. You will definitely get more instruction in Code - or Pridmore - or Freddie Spencer. Also locally we have Trackexperience.com. Those guys offer EXCELLENT instruction at a very reasonable rate. I have known their staff for 5 years - excellent instruction AND a great squid filter. New Racer School is given AT Willow Springs by some of the most experienced guys - led by Thad Wolff (winner of AHRMA Vintage Superbike at Daytona a couple weeks ago by the way) The New Racer School info is on the Willow Springs official website http://www.willowspringsraceway.com/clubs/wsmc/hom e.htm Site isn't too very user friendly but all the info is there. You do have to join the WSMC, Pay school fees. In order to graduate, they say you have to be more predictable than you have to be fast. They suggest a minimum of 1:50 lap times. Pretty easy to hit at a relaxed pace on a big twin. The big track is easier to learn than the streets - easier to establish a rhythm. Not quite so easy to get on the podium - but it really is a great crowd of people. You'd be welcome to pit with us all - we're a mix of Buells, RC51, and I might start racing Sunny's VF500F in lightweight Vintage just for giggles. Especially while getting so freaking impatient for my XB to come back together! | ||
| Interex2050 |
Thanks Steve, I will definitely look into that once the motorcycle question is resolved. I do have fairly tricky question: 2005 Suzuki SV1000S vs 1998 Ducati 916 SV 5600 miles 916 9600 miles Both are very close in price: Respectively the SV is a little pricey and the 916 is very cheap. The SV is minty fresh The 916 needs a little TLC (mechanically is appears to be fantastic) Both are very comfortable, although the 916 is a little more so. Both handle very well, although the 916 has really old and worn tires and the suspension is set up for someone who weighs at least 50lbs+ more then me So running over a pebble felt like I just ran over a 2-by-4 The SV looks OK, sounds pretty good, and the engine is pretty peppy (once past 4k rpm) The 916 looks stunning, sounds incredible, and has a lot more kick off the line. And power delivery is strong and smooth. The SV has always been a California bike and I would just need to transfer the title The 916 has not been registered in California it has a Michigan plate... and it does not have turn signals, so I would have to figure something out. On one hand I really want the 916 But I am very nervous about it if something breaks. (both cost and availability) The SV is comforting, and I have no concerns about owning it (parts are cheap and everywhere) I would much rather service the Ducati then the Suzuki. So the Suzuki I would probably not bother doing it myself. So it really boils down to: Should I just get the SV and live worry free, or am I stupid for even considering not getting the 916 for such a price? | ||
| Interex2050 |
916 it is then... | ||
| Luvthemtorts |
Out of the frying pan and into the fire! I'd stick with the reliability and simplicity of the SV. Exotic bikes are nice but with that prestige comes the added expense of increased maintenance and often times, wildy expensive parts. Good luck with whatever road you choose! | ||
| Doerman |
The 98 916 is according to my friend the all knowing Ducati man a good year w/o issues. They had electronics problems on models prior to 98 and sourced new system that year. The following year had some cam follower problems on the first year out on the 996. So.. if the price is right and you feel moved .. go for it! Which yo apparently already have. I suppose you know an out of state bike needs 7500 miles or more on the odo to be registered in CA. | ||
| Interex2050 |
oh indeed hence why 9600miles seems appealing and when looking into initial cost: SV $5300 916 $5800 its tempting Not to mention the decision was not fully mine I am borrowing some money until I get the refund from Buell, which should be later this week (the last of the insurance papers came in not too long ago). And the "lender", a friend of mine, insisted on me getting the 916... So if things to sour its all his... hah We shall see, I hope he is right! Because I was leaning towards the sv... Well if things go to hell again, at least I know for certain that the SV is what I want. I was really impressed with the SV. (Message edited by interex2050 on March 30, 2008) | ||
| Interex2050 |
Especially hard when I have this in hand:  Picking her up tomorrow... (Message edited by interex2050 on March 30, 2008) | ||
| Baggermike |
I wfo the bike to day and got to the point I could not tell if I was going faster, all I know my shift light was in the orange and was shifting and every gear felt the same, I love that about this bike, I have no idea how fast I was going but had to be the fastest I have gone on a bike and maybe a car to? I have one or two test to do on the charging system and hope it passes, then it will be time to ride. this bike is awesome. Mike | ||
| Interex2050 |
Great news Mike! I am really glad that your starting to have some fun. | ||
| Tijuanajack |
Mike that shift light is pretty trick, I just noticed it the other evening.  Toby | ||
| Baggermike |
Thanks Interex the roads are getting cleaner and the weather is starting to get warmer, now I can start cornering with out worrying about sand on the roads and hard cold tires. I also am making adjustments to my riding so the battery stays charged, I think cruising at 4000 rpms instead of 3000 rpms is making a big difference. Mike | ||
| Fresnobuell |
Weren't the 916s notorious for flaking valves? If it wasn't valves it was some other internal part... | ||
| Zac4mac |
You thought you had trouble with a new 1125R. Then you say you're gonna get a 10 year old Duc that's ready for a valve job? sheeesh | ||
| Davefl |
As an owner of a 916 I find it strange that you picked one up after giving up on a Buell for reliability issues.. That said the 916 is a great bike and a blast to ride, just not very reliable. | ||
| Baggermike |
Hi Toby I got it from Al at American sport bike and also works as a volt meter, I got it set that the first light comes on at 4000 rpms and I find as I cruise at this rpms my charging system works better so when cruising I try to have one green light on and they are very bright, I got it to flash all the lights when I hit 10,000 rpms so every 1000 rpm a light will light up and when it hit ten grand it will flash, it also has more modes like no lights to you hit the programed red line, real easy to install 3 wire job red + and black - and the other wire to the coil on the rear spark plug that you can get to by removing the seat. Mike |
