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anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

gbw said:
I don't know anything about if it's a "real" Kat or not, but I sure do like the way it looks. I might like this better than a "real" Kat. Did they sell that in the U.S.?
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They did come to the US, but they are very rare. Didn't sell well at all.
 
I bought a year old 82 550 katana when I was 16 or 17...my neighbor bought a brand new 650 katana... they were both pigs.
 
I actually wouldn't mind one in place of my 450 for the daily rider duties if I ever have to let it go... still keep the 1100 Kat for the weekend fun once it's done of course! Some of my riding buddies wouldn't be impressed but I don't mind :)

Of course I'd like a 750 popup to be in the mix as well because they're quite enjoyable to ride...
 
First ride of 2018 on my Tuono. :) Sure is a lot faster than the cb400 I have been riding.

 
I got this tuono almost a year ago, but since this was my first ride on it this year it felt like a new bike.
 
What do you think of the handlebar angle?
I test rode one in 2012, I guess it was and still is the newest bike I've ever ridden, but the bars felt at a odd angle.
Maybe the newer ones are different.
That thing was ridiculously quick and grunty.
Probably the nicest bike I ever rode.
 
Carter Turk said:
What do you think of the handlebar angle?
I test rode one in 2012, I guess it was and still is the newest bike I've ever ridden, but the bars felt at a odd angle.
Maybe the newer ones are different.
That thing was ridiculously quick and grunty.
Probably the nicest bike I ever rode.
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I really like it. I grew up riding dirt bikes, so I feel right at home. Last year I put 8000 miles on it, including numerous 350-500+ mile days and it's very comfortable for me. Just for reference, I am 6'1" and 200 and too many pounds.

If anything, I wouldn't mind adding Aprilia Mana risers, as this bar has very little rise. I had a 2009 Tuono V2 before this bike which had a couple more inches of rise, and it seemed about right.

I haven't ridden the V4 1000 tuono, so I can't compare it. Speaking of grunty, I do love the third gear wheelies with no clutch-up needed. :p
 
I took the GS/Harley out for it's initial 20 mile shake out run this afternoon. Better than any Harley I've ridden!
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Rip on the old Bandit.
You can just admire the picture.
Warning As is with all my Videos... Profanities are present.
Nice to finally get out and blast!
Forgot how fast that bike was.
 
Jedz123 said:
Rip on the old Bandit.
You can just admire the picture.
Warning As is with all my Videos... Profanities are present.
Nice to finally get out and blast!
Forgot how fast that bike was.
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AAAHHH...the Bandit has returned! I will be demanding a ride on it this season. ;) After all, I have 10k miles and a few seasons vested in that bike. I remember taking it to work and easily hitting 130mph+ on the Everett Tpke and then coming to my senses. But I did get pulled over at 80+ once, but the young cop was flabbergasted to see grandpa riding it when I flipped my helmet up, and let me off with a warning! I'm not one for wheelies but a few times on quick starts to beat traffic off green lights that bike would lift easily in 2nd gear unintended. Now pick a warmer day and enjoy the ride better. BTW, I put a set of Shinko 009's on that bike but hopefully after all this time those aren't the same set!?
 
Hahaha it's awesome we can share some like experience with it! Your always welcome to anything in the heard Steve!

The thing is stupid quick. You don't really appreciate something till it's gone (twice I guess for me,). Compared to the XR-12 I just put 2.5K miles on this thing is a Motorcycle that suites me.

So I threw a new set of 009's back when I bought the bike back. (The 2nd time). I have brand new Pilot road 4GT tires on their way, smae with new pads, brake lines, fork seals and boots, Givi top rack and a new top case. I officially have the XR-12 under the knife as I ready it for weekend warrior only rides. The ole B-12 will be the primary this year!
 
Don't you love when old bikes come back into your life? I thought I was happy when I got the chance to buy my B-King back but when I scored my old 2012 Thruxton a couple of weeks ago, I couldn't have been happier! I really love this bike, so nice to have it back! So nice to be able to do my birthday ride on it today too! :applause:

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Redman said:
Exciting.
How did that happen?

Happy Birthday.
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I'm also interested!
I rode my buddies 2017 T120 when I was down in Florida and I LOVED IT! The 900 is probably a bit slower than the T120 but all in all the bike was nearly flawless for a true "standard" motorcycle. If I wasn't so drawn to the Z900RS I would have a Bonneville on my radar for next purchase...
Hope you had a great B-day!
 
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