Rc51 or 'busa

smileyman · 08-21-2009, 12:54 PM

Its funny about the heat. I commuted on my ZX thru city traffic and it was unbearable. The frame got so hot it burned to the touch and I got soggy drawers at each stoplight.
My 1125R gets warm and the frame heat can be felt but even with the radiators on the side it doesnt get as hot as my 600?

Dave · 08-21-2009, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by smileyman

Its funny about the heat. I commuted on my ZX thru city traffic and it was unbearable. The frame got so hot it burned to the touch and I got soggy drawers at each stoplight.
My 1125R gets warm and the frame heat can be felt but even with the radiators on the side it doesnt get as hot as my 600?

prolly that underseat to blame

No Worries · 08-21-2009, 01:30 PM

Honda Blackbirds are way cheaper than the RC and Busa, way smoother for commuting, way more comfortable, and can lose your license just as quickly as the Busa.

Particle Man · 08-21-2009, 01:35 PM

I've always liked how the RC looks and I'm a sucker for a 'Twin

Homeslice · 08-21-2009, 01:57 PM

If your commute is highway, there is no reason to put Helibars on a bike. The wind helps prop you up. Plus they look dumb on a sportbike IMO.

Amber Lamps · 08-21-2009, 01:59 PM

Well... you could always get a GSXR1000... bear with me people. Great handling and not terrible ergos for long distances. Descent track manners. Great street manners... Actually, faster than a 'Busa until absolute top end. To be honest, if you're keeping the VFR, I don't understand the question since you already have a great commute bike, I'd get the RC-51...

smileyman · 08-21-2009, 02:07 PM

Yeah if you have the viffer go for the sporty side! Or perhaps hold out till that new VFR V5 hits the street?!

Homeslice · 08-21-2009, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TIGGER

Well... you could always get a GSXR1000... bear with me people. Great handling and not terrible ergos for long distances. Descent track manners. Great street manners...

Plus billion........Or, if you prefer Honda, get a 954........So much better-looking than the 1000rr.

Rider · 08-21-2009, 03:28 PM

If I had to pick between those 2 only, I'd go RC51. Both bikes are heavy pigs though. I'd rather have a lighter bike than a bike with a big motor. That's why I love the 750 so much. Best of both worlds. The ergos are good enough to ride long distances(a full tank of gas) without stopping. Broad power band for street riding but plenty of power for squiding it up. If you want to spend 8-9K you can get a used 848 if you like the feel of a v-twin.

RACER X · 08-21-2009, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Homeslice

Plus billion........Or, if you prefer Honda, get a 954........So much better-looking than the 1000rr.

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Originally Posted by Rider

That's why I love the 750 so much. Best of both worlds. The ergos are good enough to ride long distances(a full tank of gas) without stopping. Broad power band for street riding but plenty of power for squiding it up. If you want to spend 8-9K you can get a used 848 if you like the feel of a v-twin.

not into cookie cutter bikes........all these bikes are beyond my/yours limits, so "how" fast isn't a big deciding factor to me.......

though gsxr750 is a VERY soild all around bike......and has entered my mind.

08-21-2009, 12:54 PM	#1
smileyman White Trash Hero Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NW Arkansas Moto: Buell 1125R Porco Rosso Edition Posts: 4,895	Its funny about the heat. I commuted on my ZX thru city traffic and it was unbearable. The frame got so hot it burned to the touch and I got soggy drawers at each stoplight. My 1125R gets warm and the frame heat can be felt but even with the radiators on the side it doesnt get as hot as my 600? __________________ Arkriders.com To be the best you must first be willing to risk the worst!

08-21-2009, 01:35 PM	#4
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	I've always liked how the RC looks and I'm a sucker for a 'Twin __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

08-21-2009, 02:07 PM	#7
smileyman White Trash Hero Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NW Arkansas Moto: Buell 1125R Porco Rosso Edition Posts: 4,895	Yeah if you have the viffer go for the sporty side! Or perhaps hold out till that new VFR V5 hits the street?! __________________ Arkriders.com To be the best you must first be willing to risk the worst!

08-21-2009, 01:30 PM	#3
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	Honda Blackbirds are way cheaper than the RC and Busa, way smoother for commuting, way more comfortable, and can lose your license just as quickly as the Busa.

08-21-2009, 01:57 PM	#5
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	If your commute is highway, there is no reason to put Helibars on a bike. The wind helps prop you up. Plus they look dumb on a sportbike IMO.

08-21-2009, 01:59 PM	#6
Amber Lamps Moto GP Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 14,556	Well... you could always get a GSXR1000... bear with me people. Great handling and not terrible ergos for long distances. Descent track manners. Great street manners... Actually, faster than a 'Busa until absolute top end. To be honest, if you're keeping the VFR, I don't understand the question since you already have a great commute bike, I'd get the RC-51...

08-21-2009, 03:28 PM	#9
Rider Moto GP Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,156	If I had to pick between those 2 only, I'd go RC51. Both bikes are heavy pigs though. I'd rather have a lighter bike than a bike with a big motor. That's why I love the 750 so much. Best of both worlds. The ergos are good enough to ride long distances(a full tank of gas) without stopping. Broad power band for street riding but plenty of power for squiding it up. If you want to spend 8-9K you can get a used 848 if you like the feel of a v-twin.