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11-19-2012, 03:37 PM
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Puurs like a kitten..
Join Date: Nov 2012
Bikes: 06 R1
Location: Kingsport TN
Posts: 29
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New to the forum
Hey guys, I'm new to the site and was wanting to introduce myself. I go tomorrow to pick up a blue and black 06' R1 with 5700 miles on it, I'm hoping to learn a lot from you guys about the R1 and what vendors have the best prices. I started out on a 04' GSXR 600 and decided to step it up to a R1, I ain't much into the wheelie popping or stuntin', just to respect the R1 and enjoy the ride. I'll try post some pics up tomorrow but for the goodies that the owner has done: hindle exhaust, vortex clip ons, goodridge stainless steel brake lines (front and back), pilot powers 2ct, agv? Levers, power commander and I'm sure I'm forgetting stuff. A good cleaning, fresh oil change and small maintenance is the first on my list
I plan to modify and buy different parts to suite my taste. Are there any problems that I should be aware of that the R1 may have or tinkering that I should do?
I was wanting to upgrade the exhaust to the Akrapovic EVOII exhaust, but noticed that most vendors only sell for 07-08? But any suggestions you guys would have would be appreciated.
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11-19-2012, 04:08 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Bikes: 03 600rr, 02 r1
Location: Harrington Maine
Posts: 4,150
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11-19-2012, 04:27 PM
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ROWDY
Join Date: Jan 2011
Bikes: 2009 Yamaha R1
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 10,254
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Welcome to the show!
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11-19-2012, 04:40 PM
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R1 Forum Star
Join Date: Feb 2011
Bikes: 2010 R1, 2009 Roadstar Silverado, 2008 R6 (Sold)
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Posts: 11,295
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welcome
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When did I ever say I wasn't gay?
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11-19-2012, 05:00 PM
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Bourbon is my blood
Join Date: Apr 2011
Bikes: 2002 R1, 1980 FLH Harley, 1993 Suzuki Rmx 250, 1979 CB900f(modified), 1980 Kawasaki KX125
Location: Victoria, Australia
Posts: 3,449
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Welcome to the "Mad House". 
Congrats on the new toy. 
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11-19-2012, 05:27 PM
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90% INDESTRUCTABLE
Join Date: Aug 2008
Bikes: 06 R1R - 01 R1 hybrid - 06 FZ6N - 96 FailBladder cadaver
Location: South Oz
Posts: 15,264
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Welcome aboard man, you picked the best model and colour! 
There are no issues with the 06, it's rock solid.
The preferred suppliers of aftermarket kit are Motomummy, Superbike Supply, Hardracing, Sportsbike Track Gear, Superbike Toy Store to name a few.
If they don't list something, send them an email. They might be able to get it.
I got the full Akra system for my 06 from Bayside Performance, but that was in 07.
Good luck. 
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11-19-2012, 05:44 PM
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Join Date: May 2007
Bikes: 2012 R1 - 2007 R1 Sold
Location: Standing next to the gene pool with a bottle of bleach.
Posts: 3,635
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Welcome.
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2012 Raven R1
Gilles Adjustable Rear Sets
Pazzo Shorty Levers
Shogun Frame Sliders and Swing Arm Spools
Tech Spec tank grips
Custom LED Integrated Tail Light
Graves Fender Eliminator
Spiegler Brake Lines
Watsen Flush Mounts
Graves LINK 3/4 System
Cox Radiator Guard
Flashtune Interface
"If U.S. Soldiers stop shooting at you and whip out the camera phones, it's time to run."
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11-19-2012, 05:54 PM
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Sofa King Tired!!!
Join Date: Dec 2009
Bikes: 2003 600 R(sold) 2004 R6(sold), 2007 R1
Location: Lone Star State
Posts: 611
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These guys are top notch and know their shit.. Well most of them anyway..
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11-19-2012, 06:13 PM
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I eat my R1
Join Date: Sep 2007
Bikes: 2006 R1
Location: Fort Worth TX
Posts: 6,892
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Sup
Sent from my DROIDX
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11-19-2012, 06:17 PM
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Venom X/O
Join Date: Jan 2011
Bikes: 2009 Raven R1
Location: Central Florida
Posts: 12,135
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Welcome. Besides being the slowest, ugliest, and heaviest r1, the 06 is mediocre at best. Good luck, hopefully it doesn't catch on fire while you're sitting on it, like 94% of the 04-06 r1's have done.
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I could see myself watching Magic Mike EVERY weekend.
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11-19-2012, 06:24 PM
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I eat my R1
Join Date: Apr 2006
Bikes: 2003 Yamaha R6
Location: Warminster, PA
Posts: 106
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Hi (apparently Hi is too short)
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11-19-2012, 06:35 PM
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Puurs like a kitten..
Join Date: Nov 2012
Bikes: 06 R1
Location: Kingsport TN
Posts: 29
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gearheaded
Welcome. Besides being the slowest, ugliest, and heaviest r1, the 06 is mediocre at best. Good luck, hopefully it doesn't catch on fire while you're sitting on it, like 94% of the 04-06 r1's have done.
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Lol, by far prettier and faster than my gixxer and weighs close. Got a remedy for the fire starter...besides another model.....Heat wrap?
Thanks guys for the welcome and carbonar1 for the links.
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11-19-2012, 10:42 PM
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Totally Awesome!!!
Join Date: Aug 2012
Bikes: 01' ZX6R *sold, 04' YZF-R1 *sold, 10' YZF-R1
Location: Los Angles
Posts: 50
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06 is an excellent choice mate!
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11-19-2012, 10:59 PM
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Herro!
Join Date: Jul 2011
Bikes: 05 R1
Location: So~Cal
Posts: 2,284
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be sure to post up some pics 
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11-20-2012, 04:32 AM
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fast toys arent just 4 boys
Join Date: Jun 2005
Bikes: '10 Ducati 1198S Corse / '07 R1--RIP Jack
Location: So Cal
Posts: 8,871
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Congrats!
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Originally Posted by TexASS R1
These guys are top notch and know their shit.. Well most of them anyway..
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Why thank you!!!
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It's my fault.
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Miss you Pierre
Much love Andre
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11-20-2012, 04:26 PM
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Puurs like a kitten..
Join Date: Nov 2012
Bikes: 06 R1
Location: Kingsport TN
Posts: 29
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Finally got a few pics up, it's dirty lol. I'm going to take a few more when it gets washed and a new exhaust, the Hindle looks silly.
I am thinking about getting the M4 carbon can with the Ti mid pipe, I didn't notice a cat so I would just get the one without the cat delete, right?
BTW it has Goodridge SS Braided front lines, not back.
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11-20-2012, 04:35 PM
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Venom X/O
Join Date: Jan 2011
Bikes: 2009 Raven R1
Location: Central Florida
Posts: 12,135
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Very nice!
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I could see myself watching Magic Mike EVERY weekend.
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11-20-2012, 04:49 PM
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I RACE U LOSE
Join Date: Oct 2011
Bikes: 2000 R1 SOLD & 2006 R1 50th Anniversary & 2012 R1 50th G.P. Anniversary#145
Location: Philly now Langhorne Pa.
Posts: 2,496
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Welcome, lots of info here.
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