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Originally posted by Joegs1100gk View Post1982 GS450E - The Wee Beastie
1984 GSX750S Katana 7/11 - Kit Kat - BOTM May 2020
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450 Refresh thread: https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...-GS450-Refresh
Katana 7/11 thread: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...84-Katana-7-11
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Originally posted by Joegs1100gk View PostLast edited by gbw; 03-20-2018, 03:40 PM.Current: 2014 BMW R1200GS, 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050, 1996 DR350SE
Previous: 2022 GSX-S1000GT+, 2007 GSF1250SA Bandit, 2008 DL1000 V-Strom, 1977 GS750B
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Originally posted by gbw View PostI 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.?1983 GS850G, Cosmos Blue.
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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...1982 GS450E - The Wee Beastie
1984 GSX750S Katana 7/11 - Kit Kat - BOTM May 2020
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450 Refresh thread: https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...-GS450-Refresh
Katana 7/11 thread: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...84-Katana-7-11
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Originally posted by Tripledij View Post
Congrats on the new bike!Jedz Moto
1988 Honda GL1500-6
2002 Honda Reflex 250
2018 Triumph Bonneville T120
2023 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE
Cages: '18 Subaru OB wagon 3.6R and '16 Mazda 3
Originally posted by Hayabuser
Cool is defined differently by different people... I'm sure the new rider down the block thinks his Ninja 250 is cool and why shouldn't he? Bikes are just cool.
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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.GS\'s since 1982: 55OMZ, 550ES, 750ET, (2) 1100ET\'s, 1100S, 1150ES. Current ride is an 83 Katana. Wifes bike is an 84 GS 1150ES
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Originally posted by Carter Turk View PostWhat 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.
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.1983 GS1100E project
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Jedz Moto
1988 Honda GL1500-6
2002 Honda Reflex 250
2018 Triumph Bonneville T120
2023 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE
Cages: '18 Subaru OB wagon 3.6R and '16 Mazda 3
Originally posted by Hayabuser
Cool is defined differently by different people... I'm sure the new rider down the block thinks his Ninja 250 is cool and why shouldn't he? Bikes are just cool.
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Originally posted by Jedz123 View PostAfter 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!?
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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!Jedz Moto
1988 Honda GL1500-6
2002 Honda Reflex 250
2018 Triumph Bonneville T120
2023 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE
Cages: '18 Subaru OB wagon 3.6R and '16 Mazda 3
Originally posted by Hayabuser
Cool is defined differently by different people... I'm sure the new rider down the block thinks his Ninja 250 is cool and why shouldn't he? Bikes are just cool.
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