I dont hate busas I love them, but this thread is going to get ugly.

But yes the bikes in that vid are ridiclously fast. Wow:beer

 

I don't think I've ever heard somebody on this forum bash a 'busa.

Maybe state facts like they're heavy and long compared to sportbikes like the Gix, R1, etc, but not bash.

I still want a copper one.

 

I like waxing them on the 10r.

 

I don't think I've ever heard somebody on this forum bash a 'busa.

Maybe state facts like they're heavy and long compared to sportbikes like the Gix, R1, etc, but not bash.

I still want a copper one.

I fired up my 99 copper last night night for the first time since my August vacation....some FN A-holes in Kansas vandalized it and I had to 'limp' it home. Still did not take it out for a ride yet.

It has over 50,000 on the clock (miles not KM's)

 

I like waxing them on the 10r.

Ohio, huh?

Do you know Dennis the motorhead?

 

I only hate the haters...:2bitchsla ..... I like the red one...:thumbup

 

I like Busa's. I've never ridden one but ridden with lots of friends on them. Not everyone likes the looks but I do. I've always said that if I didn't ride an R1 the Busa would be my second choice.

 

Not a fan of anything that can't corner. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzz

 

yes :2bitchsla

no, j/k :lol

i don't have an opinion on them either way really..

like the gix 600/750/1ks though :thumbup

 

I like waxing them on the 10r.

Hey you can sit on whatever you want and wax mine. BTW, my R1 needs waxing too. How much you charge?

 

Not a fan of anything that can't corner. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzz

Then why do you have a 9R?

 

I like Busas, would make an awesome drag bike!

I love just about anything on two wheels. My tastes are a bit eclectic. Aprilla RST, Beemer GS, Buell XB12, Ducati Monster, Guzzi Griso, HD V-Rod, Honda ST, Kawi 636, KTM Adventure, Suzuki SV, Triumph ST3, Vespa, Victory 8Ball, Ural Trike, Yamaha Warrior - these are a few of the new bikes that would be in the garage if my lottery #'s came in. I'd even get that pan bobber I've always wanted. JAY LENO has a jet bike, mang, that's cool.

about the only ugly bike I can think of...
http://www.bosshoss.com/default.asp?cid=408534448.60879.76805

 

This thread caught my eye as I've been trying to decide whether to buy an '04 R1 or an '05 Busa for about two weeks. I've visited the local Yamaha dealer and sat on a Raven they have on the floor about five different times. The guys there laugh when they see me. The Busa feels more comforatble to me but the R1's handling ability is what lures me there. The Busa's torque is appealing, obviously, as well. I've ridden for about twenty five years, presently I ride an '02 FZ1 when solo and an '03 FJR when my wife tags along. I've decided to replace the FZ1 with something a little sportier. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance..... this seems like a cool forum

 

The only busa I remotely likes was the one I helped installing a mcxpress turbo on

 

BTW,that link was posted last summer

 

This thread caught my eye as I've been trying to decide whether to buy an '04 R1 or an '05 Busa for about two weeks. I've visited the local Yamaha dealer and sat on a Raven they have on the floor about five different times. The guys there laugh when they see me. The Busa feels more comforatble to me but the R1's handling ability is what lures me there. The Busa's torque is appealing, obviously, as well. I've ridden for about twenty five years, presently I ride an '02 FZ1 when solo and an '03 FJR when my wife tags along. I've decided to replace the FZ1 with something a little sportier. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance..... this seems like a cool forum

R1. You get the speed and the handling. No one needs the power of a busa. What would be the advantage of getting a busa over the R1 be? Is the R1 too slow? :lol With the busa you get more speed, not so great cornering ability. With the R1 you get good cornering ability and speed. I guess if you only care about power/speed and not so much about handling, go for the busa. Just my opinion..

 

I'm more impressed with that viper then the busas.

 

I fired up my 99 copper last night night for the first time since my August vacation....some FN A-holes in Kansas vandalized it and I had to 'limp' it home. Still did not take it out for a ride yet.

It has over 50,000 on the clock (miles not KM's)

Sorry man I just couldn't help it.




























J/K

Vote for R1 to ride. Something to tote the old lady around on. Busa.

 

i dont hate the Busa at all, personally the looks arnt to my taste and i like cornering so i prefer the R1 but i would like to have a ride on a Busa just to see what it was like.

 

I'm a little guy (5'9"/165#) so I would look kinda stupid on a Busa, but I still think they're pretty cool. I have a riding buddy that has an '03, the copper one, which is kinda ironic since he's a cop. It's fast, but he can't keep up in the few curves we have down here. In the straights he can show me his taillights, but he has to work for it, it doesn't come easily. Overall, I would take a Busa, but not over an R1.

 

i chose the r1 lighter weight ,and cornering!!
if i just wanted straight line speed the busa is awsome.
ya i still like them.

 

The blue and silver Busas are SWEET. I'd seriously consider getting one if I was in the market for a fast sport tourer.

 

Not a fan of anything that can't corner. ZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzz

Have you spent any lengthy seat time on one?

The Busa will corner very well considering its size and 58.5" wheelbase. Can it compete with a R1 or any pure sport bike with equally skilled riders in the twisties? Of course not.....

 

This thread caught my eye as I've been trying to decide whether to buy an '04 R1 or an '05 Busa for about two weeks. I've visited the local Yamaha dealer and sat on a Raven they have on the floor about five different times. The guys there laugh when they see me. The Busa feels more comforatble to me but the R1's handling ability is what lures me there. The Busa's torque is appealing, obviously, as well. I've ridden for about twenty five years, presently I ride an '02 FZ1 when solo and an '03 FJR when my wife tags along. I've decided to replace the FZ1 with something a little sportier. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance..... this seems like a cool forum

Since you have an FJR, I'd say get the R1.

 

Throwin your leg over a Busa is some of the most fun a guy can have......but owning one:no unless you enjoy comfort and speed over handling and aesthetics(R1)