I activated my insurance, put a deposit down on the bike and bought my gear. Im going to pick it up tomorrow. 2002 Blue Yamaha R6. I bought an Alpinestars P1 Jacket, Arai Signet GT helmet, Alpinestars gloves and boots, a carbon fiber tank protector and a pair of frame sliders. Now all i need is pants. Im buying the Bohn armored pants that you wear under your jeans today, should be here sometime next week. Anything Im forgetting? Any tips for a fairly new rider?


[Modified by JSpecwest, 9:41 PM 5/10/2002]

 

Good luck! Sounds like you've done your homework and invested in some good equipment. The best advice I can give is take your time and don't try to show off for people... In my 14yrs. of riding my 2 crashes were the result from showing off.


[Modified by Shpoo, 10:06 PM 5/10/2002]

 

wow thats awesome, looks like you got everything covered, i would invest in a chain or lock for your bike and i agree just dont do anything stupid and use your head, good luck


[Modified by WishIHadANiceCarToo, 10:18 PM 5/10/2002]

 

whats it feel like when you're trying to be a hero and you're lookin like a zero?

 

Yeah, that happened during my early years of riding with large groups of sportbikes. Sometimes you have to learn the hard way but luckly I came out OK, now I'm a little slower but much wiser...

 

I love the color of the yamaha's. Once I get better at riding then 250, I would like the yamaha or even a cbr. But I have always like the Yamahas.

art

 

Congrat!

So how much does the grand total comes out if you don't mine me asking.
I am a friend who is also looking a blue R6 and would just like to know some numbers that is closer then ball park.

 

I have one of these, it does it all. Kind of expensive but worth the $ IMHO.

 

Sounds like you're gonna have plenty of fun.

Too bad you gotta break the bike in though.

 

Excellent choice on gear and wise to get it now rather than later On your break-in, how do you plan to run it? A breakin can considerably effect the final dyno HP numbers...

PS: Post pics with gear and bike

 

preferably action shots!!!

 

have you read the motorcycle manual....its states that a new driver will likely have an accident within the first year of riding. True too, I have one 1 month after I got my bike. Damn car didn't stop at a STOP sign and I slammed on the rear brakes (bad mistake), the rear of the bike slid side ways the forward throwing me 15 ft. Man I was lucky that day i was wearing the riding jacket Or I woulda been all tore up. Anyway drive safely and have lotsa FUN!!!

 

Yeah im taking it nice and easy. I actually didn't pick up the bike until a week after that post. I got it on friday and ive already put 210 miles on it. I havent taken it over 6K yet. After 400 miles im taking it in to have it serviced. Im not going to really get on it until after 1600 miles. I do have one question. I was practicing my maximum braking from 45 mph. I downshift and apply mostly front and a little rear brake. Every time when I start to slow the bike leans and when i stop i have to fight it so it doesent tip. What am i doing wrong?

 

congrats on the bike.

as far as the lean, are you saying the bike tips to one side as you come to a stop?

is it leaning the same way every time?

if it leans either way, then its just probably a combination of the agressive suspension geometry and a little inexperience. that bike is probably much more stable north of 45mph than at slow speeds.

 

pull the clutch in all the way at the stop. some people leave it slightly in gear and it pulls the bike down to the side. common mistake. R6 is nice bike, wish i could afford one. you pay msrp?

if you need any gear and are in the SF bay area go to http://www.gandbmotorsports.com but go into the store. we are rearranging everything since owner was killed and i am gonna see about special orders for any joe rocket or alpinestars gear. I do the marketing and website but we havent started internet sales and i am trying to make it happen.

 

Thanks for the tip. I have another question. How far can you lean the bike without it sliding out from underneath you? I know it has to do with your speed, slower - not as much lean, faster - more lean, but how do you learn what the limit is without actually taking it to that point? On a side note, it cost me 3 dollars to fill my tank. I love it!


[Modified by JSpecwest, 6:36 PM 5/21/2002]

 

WHOA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Before concentrating on leaning the bike, get the suspension sorted out for YOUR weght and riding style. Understanding the amount of lean angle is a life-long learning experience and one I HOPE you never completely figure out, because once you do, you have lowsided, or worse HIGHsided.

Also, WRT the clutch, since it is new, make sure it is adjusted correctly, about 1/8th inch of play, that way it engages quickly and will be engaged even if your not holding the lever against the grips.

For more information on learning how to turn
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[Modified by figment, 1:12 PM 5/21/2002]

 

In response to the price...The bike was $7400 brand new. After tax, licensing, shipping it was $8,400.00 which I think is MSRP or close to it.

Figment - Thanks for the tips...Im not talking about serious speeds here if that was your impression...More like 30 - 35 mph in city riding...i guess its like you said " a lifelong learning experience". Ill just have to learn from trial and error.

 

Scout all turns first EVERY day, things change. Toes on the pegs, not BELOW them. Look through the turn at where you are going to leave it, not at the turn, ride the turn at least below 50% of your ability, keep the throttle cracked through the turn and roll on it at the exit of the turn.

Read Keith Codes' excellent book, "A twist of the wrist II". This book has probably saved my life. Go slower and just practice your form for a while until you feel the effects of the practice and understand how these things work together to stabilize the bike and add to your cornering ability...




[Modified by figment, 3:16 PM 5/21/2002]

 

you have to countersteer more to bring the bike lower.
you will most likely start dragging hard parts before the bike slides out