I don't know how you guys do it over here, but on the GSX-R forum I usually use we like the new members to introduce themselves a little bit before they start posting all willy-nilly on everything, so here it goes... I've been riding dirt bikes since I was 15 (everything from a 1970's MX360 to an XR-80 or a YZ-250) but just convinced myself it was time to get a streetbike about 2 1/2 years ago, so I picked up a 2006 GSX-R600. After putting 20k+ and 3 new sets of tires on her since then, I figured it was more than time enough for an upgrade! So I began my search, and finally decided on a 2004 R1. She's a beauty, with 16k miles and basically bone stock, save for braided brake lines, adjustable levers and a custom Chrysler "Brilliant Black" paint job. I had never ridden a 1k of any brand before I test rode her, but the difference between this and my 600 was night and day. I knew I had to bring her home after that, so I figured what better way to learn more about my new lady than from fellow riders. So my ears are open, I hope you guys will help me with my journey with my new obsession!
Anyways, enough talking... I know you people really only showed up for the pics. :corn
Thanks for the welcome guys, and the Gixxer forum ain't that bad haha everybody gives each other hell on these, it's all in fun. @ravenracr where are you located in VA? Street Rockets of VA does a huge ride every Sunday when it's nice out, it's a new shop out in Chester. I'm down to ride with whoever/whenever
Sounds good man, I'll keep you posted, should be a few of us riding this Saturday. The shop is right off 145 near 288, so maybe a 40 minute ride for you. We usually do a little of everything, some interstate/main roads and back roads.
Post it up if you guys are gonna get together. The R1's currently in track mode but I got a little street fighter fz6 I've been riding on the street. Id be down for a little get together.
GDC is a haven for *******. It used to be cool, but then they made all the nut huggers mods, and they got power hungry and made the place so strict and gay its not funny.
Definitely man, she's getting titled today so it will be all ready for this great 50° weather we're having haha and thanks, Joker. I'm sure I'll have some tech questions here and there once I start working on her
Welcome to the forum, I'm in Chesterfield and tired of riding alone so let me know if ya'll decide to meetup to ride. Street Rockets of Virginia is a cool shop, I just brought a full race suit from there for 300 bucks.
Welcome, sweet bike brother, looks clean!!!! Enjoy the forum, best bike forum on the net.:fact
Edit: Btw, thanks for the pics. 04-06 are my favorite sports bike of all time. You have a real gem there and you'll love the insane powerbank from 7k up. It's just sick.
Nice to see some other VA guys on here, and Street Rockets has some good stuff for such a new shop. I'll post on here what we decide to do this weekend
Welcome from Charlottesville, VA. We ride to Richmond alot when we just feel like hanging out at the local night spots. However we have the best backroads up here in the Charlottesville area. I hadn't heard of this new bike shop. Might try to ride down there tomorrow and check that out.
So I got to really ride her for the first time Sunday, and I’ve never ridden a 1000 before (other than riding it home from the sale) but holy Hell is there a huge difference! We rode Rt. 522 and a few other back roads outside the Richmond, VA area, but I stayed with the other big boys for the whole ride but I scared myself a few times, just because I didn’t believe we were going as fast as we were… I've never had a bike before that would loft the front wheel out of every turn and over every rolling hill :whtfu: Not complaining, I loved it! Just need to get a little less aggressive with the throttle at times so I don’t put myself in a bad situation, I’m still used to hammering down on the 600 out of turns and when passing cars. All in all, it was a great first break-in ride and a good learning experience! I can’t wait to take it out again, and now I will know to respect the power difference and check my speedo ever now and then! :bow
Welcome to a bunch of blokes & Sheilas with a common interest in the magnificent Yamaha R1 and talking shit :fingr: Also you picked the best shape
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