Another one to the dark side.......

DUX · 06-19-2008, 11:55 PM

Well, I can now stop bugging you guys about which bike to get for the track. Thanks for all the input! (My wife thanks you too...because now I'll stop making her look at pictures every night!)

I really wasn't ready to buy just yet and it was a slight stretch to pick her up, but this one was too good to miss. As a result, the mods will come very slowly...only the basics necessary for a track day or two this year, but I figure she's a good platform to build on for years to come. Unfortunately the VFR's future in my stable is now less certain.

2006 GSX-R 750. 4,100 miles. STOCK except for frame sliders, which is a huge plus for me. It even still has the warning stickers on the tank and fairing. Over all very clean. The color is just ok in the pics, but in person the red is very nice (not that it matters when the race plastics are on.) The pics are from a cell phone. Better ones this weekend.

The riding position sucks compared to the VFR lol, but I'll get used to it. I wish I had the time off to join you guys at Grattan. This one's going to be a track bike (if I keep her long enough

)...so I'm really planning on next year!

Now where are my flip-flops?

bwhip · 06-20-2008, 12:09 AM

Very nice! Congrats!

So, will you be adding a second steering damper?

DUX · 06-20-2008, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwhip

Very nice! Congrats!

So, will you be adding a second steering damper?

Thanks!

I thought about a Scotts rotary for the top of the triple, and maybe another on the frame mounted symmetrically with the stocker.

DrHall · 06-20-2008, 02:12 AM

Nice! I love that color!

You are gonna love that thing!

SomeStrangeGuy · 06-20-2008, 02:13 AM

don't forget the 12 oclock bar, yo.

sharp ride

HondaGalToo · 06-20-2008, 05:12 AM

Nice, like that color. You're gonna love it! My 600 is an '07, they didn't change between '06 and '07. The stock suspension is surprisingly good for stock suspension, I haven't done anything with mine yet other than to get it set up as far as sag goes.
For the track, I recommend putting on an R1 throttle tube, the 2004 year works. The throw on the stock one is loooong. Only bike I've had to move my hand and regrip when getting WFO on the track. The R1 helps that. Doesn't quite make it 1/4 turn, but an improvement.
A -1 tooth in the front is good, too.

Have fun!

DUX · 06-20-2008, 06:34 AM

Thanks everyone.

I did enjoy the test ride. The intake and exhaust noise on the stock muffler was very cool.

Suspension is the first priority. The tires are still pretty good for a street bike, but she'll get a new set prior to my first track day which will hopefully be in September.

I'll keep the throttle in mind HondaGal.

He wanted extra for the 12 O'clock bar, but since I can only wheelie by accident I passed.

It's going to be frustrating. I have to work all weekend and through next week, so I'll be lucky to get her through the DMV for inspection and registration. My anniversary is coming up too, so it may be weeks before I get to put her on the street (the bike I mean.

)

Hammer · 06-20-2008, 07:10 AM

Congrats on the new to you bike

Bikerboy1974 · 06-20-2008, 08:20 AM

Congrats...looks like a helluva nice bike! Enjoy when you finally get the chance!

Jetbdude · 06-20-2008, 08:45 AM

NICE! I think you made the right choice! You'll love that thing! Ultimate track/street bike me thinks

CBRVFR · 06-20-2008, 10:09 AM

Good choice - ride it in good health!

BobcatSig · 06-20-2008, 10:46 AM

Yes congrats! A friend of mine has the same year, only in black. He raves about it, both on and off the track.

And while you're at it, you can pick up a pair of these:

Bikerboy1974 · 06-20-2008, 10:57 AM

Can't wait to see the pics with the flip flops, shorts, beater and the hat turned sideways man!

On a serious note, I know that you will love that bike. It's on top of my list of bikes when I return to the riding world!

RedRider · 06-20-2008, 11:07 AM

Very nice...just needs a couple stuntaz.com stickers now.

MotoVegas · 06-20-2008, 12:25 PM

I think the 750 is a great choice for a track bike! Enjoy!

Purpdust · 06-20-2008, 12:32 PM

Thanks to Durani, I have Galfer Wave Rotors if you are interested

DUX · 06-20-2008, 09:51 PM

Thanks everyone for the

!!!!

It's great to be able to share such a passion with other people. What does the rest of the world do with their free time?

It was late when I got home last night, so here's more to the story:

I went up on Tues to look at it and ran my "pre-used bike before I hand over the stack of bills" checklist.

The bike was immaculate. Obviously detailed, but it was clean in spots that detailing usually doesn't reach.

I started it and let it idle, shut it down, started it again...let the bike heat until the fan ran and shut it down again.

I was about to hand over the cash until I flicked the kill switch one last time and there it was.......the "FI" light flashing on the dash. I think I cursed out loud b/c I really wanted the bike, but there was a bad indicator staring me in the face.

We talked for a bit, and he said that he knew about the light but forgot to mention it. The dealer told him it was a relatively easy fix, but they didn't have time to do it for a few weeks.

I must be getting older but instead of getting caught up in the excitement and just buying the bike anyway, I managed to walk away and drive the hour home even after he offered to drop the price.

I did some research and found that the FI light is a common issue related to the "SET" valve. Some fix it and some just disable it. It's basically a valve that closes on the exhaust via a servo. Suzuki claims it increases midrange. The general opinion is that it closes the valve to meet noise/emissions regulations.

I emailed the guy back and we negotiated some more. We settled on a price for the bike with the FI light and I decided to take a leap of faith that the issue was an easy fix. I drove an hour north again to pick her up on Thurs.

Here's my shameless plug, if the site will allow me. Please support or at least shop prices at SpeedWerks (SpeedWerks Sport Bike Services - Home) in Dover, DE. These guys just flat out rock. It's a small race shop that I happened across years ago. They have come through for me time and time again and today was no exception. I send every bit of business his way that I can.

It took his mechanic just over a minute to remove the rear cowl, and another 30 seconds to adjust the set valve. FI light is no longer an issue and I saved hundreds on the bike.

How does someone become a site sponsor? I'll pass the word to him and see if he's interested.

Commercial over.....more pics.

DUX · 06-20-2008, 09:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobcatSig

Yes congrats! A friend of mine has the same year, only in black. He raves about it, both on and off the track.

And while you're at it, you can pick up a pair of these:

Do those come in dark red to match my bike?

DUX · 06-20-2008, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Purpdust

Thanks to Durani, I have Galfer Wave Rotors if you are interested

Thanks for the offer, but the track-bike budget has officially been blown.

For now, all I will be doing is stuff to protect the bike like case covers, different frame sliders, and maybe some plastics.

The rest will come over the years.

HondaGalToo · 06-20-2008, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DUX

T different frame sliders,

Yeah, damn those things are huge. I think they are highway pegs.

I like the Woodcrafts I have on mine, but they required drilling BOTH sides of the fairing with 2 inch holes. Most others use the existing hole on one side, and drilling a 1 inch hole in the other.

DUX · 06-20-2008, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Yeah, damn those things are huge. I think they are highway pegs.

I like the Woodcrafts I have on mine, but they required drilling BOTH sides of the fairing with 2 inch holes. Most others use the existing hole on one side, and drilling a 1 inch hole in the other.

We were joking around at the shop that they were more likely to be used for standing wheelies than saving the bike.

The problem is that on a low side in soft ground, they'd probably dig in waaaay too much.

The other problem is that they are no-cut sliders. There is a bracket that moves them around the fairing. Good in theory...but in reality the bracket would probably move in a crash and they wouldn't perform as advertised.

My bud has a sweet set on his 750. The sliders can be removed from the base and replaced with a metal cap that has a hole for towing straps...pretty trick!

DUX · 06-21-2008, 05:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedRider

Very nice...just needs a couple stuntaz.com stickers now.

Do they come in gold with glitter?

HondaGalToo · 06-21-2008, 07:20 AM

I've seen those, pretty cool.

My Woodcrafts are the two-piece, so when I lowsided, I only had to replace a $15 puck.

f1_hurricane · 06-21-2008, 12:10 PM

Great looking bike man. I've loved my 750 even though I don't track, it's an excellent bike for what my limited opinion can offer.

CBR929RE · 06-21-2008, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DUX

My bud has a sweet set on his 750. The sliders can be removed from the base and replaced with a metal cap that has a hole for towing straps...pretty trick!

probably Yoyodyne.

sweet bike man.

06-19-2008, 11:55 PM	#1
DUX Join Date: 12-28-2006 Age: 37 Bike(s): '07 R1200 GSadv,'04 RC-51 Posts: 656	Another one to the dark side....... Well, I can now stop bugging you guys about which bike to get for the track. Thanks for all the input! (My wife thanks you too...because now I'll stop making her look at pictures every night!) I really wasn't ready to buy just yet and it was a slight stretch to pick her up, but this one was too good to miss. As a result, the mods will come very slowly...only the basics necessary for a track day or two this year, but I figure she's a good platform to build on for years to come. Unfortunately the VFR's future in my stable is now less certain. 2006 GSX-R 750. 4,100 miles. STOCK except for frame sliders, which is a huge plus for me. It even still has the warning stickers on the tank and fairing. Over all very clean. The color is just ok in the pics, but in person the red is very nice (not that it matters when the race plastics are on.) The pics are from a cell phone. Better ones this weekend. The riding position sucks compared to the VFR lol, but I'll get used to it. I wish I had the time off to join you guys at Grattan. This one's going to be a track bike (if I keep her long enough )...so I'm really planning on next year! Now where are my flip-flops? Attached Thumbnails __________________ Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. -Reggie Leach

06-20-2008, 12:09 AM	#2
bwhip Every ride a gift... Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Idaho, USA Bike(s): 1098S-SXV550-849-Ruckus Posts: 3,896	Very nice! Congrats! So, will you be adding a second steering damper? __________________ My Gallery

06-20-2008, 02:12 AM	#4
DrHall A Redneck Who Has Truly Arrived Join Date: 08-21-2007 Location: SW Florida Age: 49 Bike(s): DUC MTS 1000sDS, RC51 Posts: 998	Nice! I love that color! You are gonna love that thing! __________________ the percentage you're paying is too high priced-you're living beyond all your means, and the man in the suit has just bought a new car with the profit he's made on your dreams....

06-20-2008, 02:13 AM	#5
SomeStrangeGuy no longer ready to mingle. Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 3,800	don't forget the 12 oclock bar, yo. sharp ride __________________ GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

06-20-2008, 05:12 AM	#6
HondaGalToo ...into the 30s Join Date: 12-16-2006 Location: New Jersey Age: 48 Bike(s): '01 929, '07 gsxr 600 Posts: 1,730	Nice, like that color. You're gonna love it! My 600 is an '07, they didn't change between '06 and '07. The stock suspension is surprisingly good for stock suspension, I haven't done anything with mine yet other than to get it set up as far as sag goes. For the track, I recommend putting on an R1 throttle tube, the 2004 year works. The throw on the stock one is loooong. Only bike I've had to move my hand and regrip when getting WFO on the track. The R1 helps that. Doesn't quite make it 1/4 turn, but an improvement. A -1 tooth in the front is good, too. Have fun! __________________ “I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all the kinds of things you can't see from the center.” ~Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

06-20-2008, 06:34 AM	#7
DUX Join Date: 12-28-2006 Age: 37 Bike(s): '07 R1200 GSadv,'04 RC-51 Posts: 656	Thanks everyone. I did enjoy the test ride. The intake and exhaust noise on the stock muffler was very cool. Suspension is the first priority. The tires are still pretty good for a street bike, but she'll get a new set prior to my first track day which will hopefully be in September. I'll keep the throttle in mind HondaGal. He wanted extra for the 12 O'clock bar, but since I can only wheelie by accident I passed. It's going to be frustrating. I have to work all weekend and through next week, so I'll be lucky to get her through the DMV for inspection and registration. My anniversary is coming up too, so it may be weeks before I get to put her on the street (the bike I mean. ) __________________ Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. -Reggie Leach

06-20-2008, 07:10 AM	#8
Hammer For Sale Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 39 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 4,888 Images: 1	Congrats on the new to you bike __________________ SOME PEOPLE ARE LIKE SLINKIES. NOT REALLY GOOD FOR ANYTHING BUT THEY BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WHEN PUSHED DOWN THE STAIRS

06-20-2008, 08:20 AM	#9
Bikerboy1974 Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Med City, MN Age: 33 Bike(s): Both sold, lookin 4 new 1 Posts: 575	Congrats...looks like a helluva nice bike! Enjoy when you finally get the chance! __________________ There is no 12 step program or counseling available for my addiction...thank God!

06-20-2008, 08:45 AM	#10
Jetbdude Every man's dream Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 34 Bike(s): 07 600RR Posts: 2,451	NICE! I think you made the right choice! You'll love that thing! Ultimate track/street bike me thinks __________________ #20

06-20-2008, 10:09 AM	#11
CBRVFR Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 55 Bike(s): VFR750 SV650 TZ250 Posts: 5,016	Good choice - ride it in good health! __________________ "...the TV also never took away the screwdriver and shoved it up the repairman's ass." Our own Mr.2nd Amendment, explaining the difference. Perfectly. Rich Herald, the Gentle Giant

06-20-2008, 10:46 AM	#12
BobcatSig Supplier of one-liners and pithy comments Join Date: 05-28-2008 Location: Tragic City, MT Age: 28 Bike(s): CBR 929rr Repsol Posts: 572	Yes congrats! A friend of mine has the same year, only in black. He raves about it, both on and off the track. And while you're at it, you can pick up a pair of these: Attached Thumbnails Last edited by BobcatSig; 06-20-2008 at 10:47 AM. Reason: I cann haz da spellingz

06-20-2008, 10:57 AM	#13
Bikerboy1974 Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Med City, MN Age: 33 Bike(s): Both sold, lookin 4 new 1 Posts: 575	Can't wait to see the pics with the flip flops, shorts, beater and the hat turned sideways man! On a serious note, I know that you will love that bike. It's on top of my list of bikes when I return to the riding world! __________________ There is no 12 step program or counseling available for my addiction...thank God!

06-20-2008, 11:07 AM	#14
RedRider Join Date: 12-13-2006 Age: 49 Bike(s): 929 Posts: 2,374	Very nice...just needs a couple stuntaz.com stickers now.

06-20-2008, 12:25 PM	#15
MotoVegas Join Date: 01-03-2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 38 Bike(s): ZX-10R & HD Ultra Classic Posts: 886	I think the 750 is a great choice for a track bike! Enjoy! __________________ Enjoy my pics Enjoy my crash Enjoy riding with Whip and I at SMMR

06-20-2008, 12:32 PM	#16
Purpdust Join Date: 12-19-2006 Location: AB-Canada/Rome Italy Age: 33 Bike(s): gsxr 750 Posts: 1,445	Thanks to Durani, I have Galfer Wave Rotors if you are interested __________________ GSXR 750 - Track CRF450X - Dirt CRF100F - Soon to be a Mini Motard

06-20-2008, 09:51 PM	#17
DUX Join Date: 12-28-2006 Age: 37 Bike(s): '07 R1200 GSadv,'04 RC-51 Posts: 656	Thanks everyone for the !!!! It's great to be able to share such a passion with other people. What does the rest of the world do with their free time? It was late when I got home last night, so here's more to the story: I went up on Tues to look at it and ran my "pre-used bike before I hand over the stack of bills" checklist. The bike was immaculate. Obviously detailed, but it was clean in spots that detailing usually doesn't reach. I started it and let it idle, shut it down, started it again...let the bike heat until the fan ran and shut it down again. I was about to hand over the cash until I flicked the kill switch one last time and there it was.......the "FI" light flashing on the dash. I think I cursed out loud b/c I really wanted the bike, but there was a bad indicator staring me in the face. We talked for a bit, and he said that he knew about the light but forgot to mention it. The dealer told him it was a relatively easy fix, but they didn't have time to do it for a few weeks. I must be getting older but instead of getting caught up in the excitement and just buying the bike anyway, I managed to walk away and drive the hour home even after he offered to drop the price. I did some research and found that the FI light is a common issue related to the "SET" valve. Some fix it and some just disable it. It's basically a valve that closes on the exhaust via a servo. Suzuki claims it increases midrange. The general opinion is that it closes the valve to meet noise/emissions regulations. I emailed the guy back and we negotiated some more. We settled on a price for the bike with the FI light and I decided to take a leap of faith that the issue was an easy fix. I drove an hour north again to pick her up on Thurs. Here's my shameless plug, if the site will allow me. Please support or at least shop prices at SpeedWerks (SpeedWerks Sport Bike Services - Home) in Dover, DE. These guys just flat out rock. It's a small race shop that I happened across years ago. They have come through for me time and time again and today was no exception. I send every bit of business his way that I can. It took his mechanic just over a minute to remove the rear cowl, and another 30 seconds to adjust the set valve. FI light is no longer an issue and I saved hundreds on the bike. How does someone become a site sponsor? I'll pass the word to him and see if he's interested. Commercial over.....more pics. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. -Reggie Leach Last edited by DUX; 06-20-2008 at 10:37 PM.

06-21-2008, 07:20 AM	#23
HondaGalToo ...into the 30s Join Date: 12-16-2006 Location: New Jersey Age: 48 Bike(s): '01 929, '07 gsxr 600 Posts: 1,730	I've seen those, pretty cool. My Woodcrafts are the two-piece, so when I lowsided, I only had to replace a $15 puck. __________________ “I want to stand as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all the kinds of things you can't see from the center.” ~Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

06-21-2008, 12:10 PM	#24
f1_hurricane Trust me, I'm a ninja Join Date: 01-06-2007 Age: 20 Bike(s): 1998 GSXR 750 Posts: 686	Great looking bike man. I've loved my 750 even though I don't track, it's an excellent bike for what my limited opinion can offer.