650r living!!!!!!!!!

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Zandit

Discussion Starter · Apr 19, 2010 (Edited)

So I've been a little absent lately, just popping in everynow and then to post some stupid comments!! To tell the truth I have been researching my next purchase which I really believe will be the Kawasaki Ninja 650R, the Dragons bigger brother!!!
I had one other option which was the Yamaha XJ6S, however I really didn't enjoy the experience( it was a little scary and dangerous too in some aspects )
So behold!!!! The 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 650R ABS

My eye is on the blue model you see above, cause the black version has a bright silver lower fairing, doesn't do it for me!!

Next is the accessories that I have already picked out!!

Exhaust. This is tough because the 650R has an underslung exhaust like the Buells, and while there are heaps of different brands out there, they all look cheesy and don't flow with the overall look of the bike. Unfortunately, my choice is also the most expensive one I have found!!!

Not bad for over $700.00!!!!!!

The photo's above show the exhaust on the 1st gen 650 - '06-08

Projector HID's w/ Halo's.

Carbonfibre Goodness.

MMMMMMMmmmmmmm.....Carbon Fibrrrrrrrre!!!!!(Many thanks to TonyBKK from Kawiforums for letting me use his photos!)

Last but not least!
Corbin seat.

Now I know what you'll say, that looks HORRIBLE!!!!, but this was a custom upgrade, and I can get it done in multiple ways, and colours. What I am showing is the removable rear back rest for Wifey!!(gotta keep her happy!!)

So, thats what I've been upto, sorry if anyone has missed me, I know Virt, Felix and D have been beside themselves lately, and for that I'm sorry!!!

Enjoy!! ;D

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Felix

· #2 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

She's gonna have her own two bikes!!! Doesn't need a seat on your anchor

Love that exhaust, please don't get a micron, god it sounded awful on the 650r I rode!

So stop talking and do it now!

Felix

Zandit

Discussion Starter · #3 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Well Wifey will only have the Dragon(if he doesn't get neutered!!) The CBR will be sold soon hopefully!
This thread is basically my version of Deltas wish list and the mods I want to do to the new Ninja. We are still about 2-3 months from making a commitment.
There are some more items below!!

Pazzo shorty levers - maybe black with blue selectors
Sportsbars V2 - lowered bars for a more sporty feel
PC V Power commander + Auto tune - More POWER!!!!!
Fender eliminator
Passenger grab bars - For some reason they don't come standard!
and some sort of luggage racks

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KURT

· #4 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Good luck with the 650 Dreamin'.... Having both, I think the little Ninja, is a lot more fun to ride.

Muyo

· #5 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

I thought about the new 650R as a upgrade for next year but I just cant stand the parallel twin sound. I need me a high revving I4 motor. I might go with new ZX6R, hmm...

zartan

· #6 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Way too much goodness!! May time pass quickly for you

spooph

· #7 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

awesome Zandit, looks like you're gonna make it into a killer tourer! LIke Felix said, stop talking and just do it!

Delta107

· #8 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

zandit said:
Well Wifey will only have the Dragon(if he doesn't get neutered!!) The CBR will be sold soon hopefully!
This thread is basically my version of Deltas wish list and the mods I want to do to the new Ninja. We are still ablout 2-3 months from making a commitment.
There are some more items below!!

Pazzo shorty levers - maybe black with blue selectors
Sportsbars V2 - lowered bars for a more sporty feel
PC V Power commander + Auto tune - More POWER!!!!!
Fender eliminator
Passanger grab bars - For some reason they don't come standard!
and some sort of luggage racks

Copy Cat!!!

lol I like the 650r. I agree with spooph and Felix, just DO IT!!!!

metbandit1

· #9 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

i would love for you to be in the UK zandit with that list of mods i could sell you alot of stuff fromour store

loving the choices hope to see you on it soon!

Zandit

Discussion Starter · #10 · Apr 19, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

KURT said:
Good luck with the 650 Dreamin'.... Having both, I think the little Ninja, is a lot more fun to ride.

Thats why we're not selling the Dragon! I hope I can still "borrow" the Dragon for a blast through the twisties. From all reports, the 2nd Gen 650R has had a lot of upgrades and handles on the road better than the 1st gen, but that is still to be seen as I may hate it!!! (Shhhhh, Blasphemy!!!!!!)

metbandit1 said:
i would love for you to be in the UK zandit with that list of mods i could sell you alot of stuff fromour store
loving the choices hope to see you on it soon!

Don't worry Met, I had every intention of hitting you up for prices!!!! The majority of items will be coming from overseas, so if you're competitive, then you've got the sale!!!

Muyo said:
I thought about the new 650R as a upgrade for next year but I just cant stand the parallel twin sound. I need me a high revving I4 motor. I might go with new ZX6R, hmm...

Gonna have to disagree with you there Muyo, I think the sound of the I4 is too smooth and quiet, and doesn't have the same rumble of the parallel twin!! Each to his own!

zartan said:
Way too much goodness!! May time pass quickly for you

Not quickly enough!!

Delta107 said:
Copy Cat!!!
lol I like the 650r. I agree with spooph and Felix, just DO IT!!!!

NO I'M NOT!!!

MUM, DELTAS BEING MEAN AGAIN!!!!!

spooph said:
awesome Zandit, looks like you're gonna make it into a killer tourer! LIke Felix said, stop talking and just do it!

I hope so, I kinda already have permission for the exhaust and some sort of luggage rack, So we'll see how long it takes for me to slip in some more personal mods!! 8)

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hi-tech

· #11 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

zandit i just love the front of the 2010 650r but honestly something about the way the seats are designs just dont do it for me. but heck keep us posted on your choice.

Zandit

Discussion Starter · #12 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

I know what you're getting at Hi-Tech, its because it's a one-piece seat not two like on most sports bikes, but sitting on it in the dealership making VroomVroom noises, felt very comfortable!!
Even Wifey said the back seat was comfy, but that may all go out the window once we actually get on the road.

Delta107

· #13 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Bandanna seat?

virtualmatrix258

· #14 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Lookin good Zan! Just don't dump this one

metbandit1

· #15 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

haha awesome zandit!

Stanley168

· #16 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

GO FOR ZX 6R Zandit! ;D ;D ;D

Zandit

Discussion Starter · #17 · Apr 20, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Nah, as I mentioned before, this is more for 2up riding, and to use Wifey's terminology, She doesn't want to look like a dog rooting a cricket ball!!!!

If I was gonna go the whole hog and buy a supersports, it would be an R6 or CBR600RR, the Kwakka doesn't do it for me!

Oh, and Virt..........

Zandit

Discussion Starter · #18 · Apr 23, 2010 (Edited)

Re: 650R Dreaming

So the first step has been taken!! The Honda CBR125R is officially for sale!!!

I have just paid the $50AUD for advertising on 2 websites until it is sold, which I hope will be soon!

So now is time for Step 2!!!

Project: Hells Garage!!!

OMG!!!! What the hell have I got myself into!!!!

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Felix

· #19 · Apr 23, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

GARAGE SALE!

What a mess!

Felix

spooph

· #20 · Apr 23, 2010

Re: 650R Dreaming

Gimme 6 hours in that garage and it will be organized and cleaned! I don't promise you'll have everything that you wanted to keep though....

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