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Discussion in 'Other Bikes' started by Great Guy, Apr 7, 2019.

  1. Mattie660

    Mattie660 Elite Member

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    I hate the look of the breadbin under the bike but not keen on making too much more noise - they do not like it round here - it is just the way it is - glares - noisy motorbikes ! it is just the way it is here. ( I have actually been to court for a noisy exhaust !)

    Can it be painted black with any kind of spacial paint ? at least that might help to hide it

    The end can helps a little tiny bit.....

    Looking at the 2020 R1 - I bought mine now as I thought the new version would likely have to be Euro 5, so bought the last of the Euro 4. I can't think that Euro 5 is going to make anything better.

    Sounds ok, and a few pops and bangs on the overrun !

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  2. exuptoy

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    Not sure if paint would do it, maybe that VHT1 heat resistant stuff or go the whole hog and get it ceramic coated for a couple hundred quid. Look for camcoat or Zircotec (Avia speedshop in South Wales do the latter)
     
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  3. SimonRR

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    I just went for the decat, sounds better and amazing how much weight you save :D

    5.2kgs less with cat gone, which equals an extra 26bhp on power to weight ratio
     
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  4. Colum

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    Bike looks great. Sounds like an awesome trip to the TT. And thanks for the tyre feedback.
     
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  5. Wozza

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    Must admit I am swaying towards the new R1M.....problem is need a test ride on one...none available yet and maybe never as ltd run of them ....
     
  6. Mattie660

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    @Wozza

    The R1 M will likely sell out quite quickly. You might just have to make your choice fairly soon, yes or no. Personally the price would be a bit of a worry - a lot of money - but whether the bike is going to be "any good" is not a worry - that is the easy bit !

    Anyway, at the caff today - mine next to another stocker ...

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  7. exuptoy

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    Oh, the shame of it!

    :D
     
  8. Mattie660

    Mattie660 Elite Member

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    Mine's in front ...:D
     
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  9. Wozza

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    That's a point I will get a ride booked in on the stock one then if I like that then it will make up my mind had a go on the lastest BMW ....don't believe the hype,,,,
     
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    Nice bike. Much more subtle than the current Blades.
     
  11. Jez

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    Apart from the R1 why don't we have roads like that, I did not see him dodging potholes and jumping over crap repairs :mad:
     
  12. Alan Devon

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    Hi Nigel, are these totally clear? would it look OK on a matt black blade?
     
  13. Stuish

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    I think with a clear one on matte black, it would show as a glossy finish as they are glossy clear.
    I'd go for a Matte Black tankpad when I come to replace mine.
     
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  14. Alan Devon

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    Good point Stuish. Think I'll keep it all matte. Do you know any good makes. I see that some are really cheap but are they crap?
     
  15. nigelrb

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    I made the mistake of buying crap. They lift easily, even with proper preparation. Go for brand name!
     
  16. Alan Devon

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    Does anyone have a suggestion for a nice matt black tank pad. Googled for ages and can't seem to find a nice matt one. Needs to go on my new matt black blade.
     
  17. Lozzy

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    I think the closest you might get with a good genuine brand is a carbon look one like this maybe. I've had the genuine Honda ones on and they're spot on

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HONDA-CA...BR600RR-CBR1000RR-VTR1000SP-1-2-/253177830347
     
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    68433922_2351055235133059_3602012320366067712_o.jpg Similar to mine but it was already on when I got it?? 68433922_2351055235133059_3602012320366067712_o.jpg
     
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    Is that goldwing brown and gold:eek::eek::eek:
     
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