19-10-12, 05:37 AM
(19-10-12, 12:49 AM)Tiberius Onklevaart link Wrote: Slaninar, I totally agree, but the problem I have is dodgy wrists. Even on the fazer, mine tend to seize up after a while more due to being static over time and pain creeping in that way. It's pretty fuckin troublesome
Uff, that's a problem. Sorry to hear that... and glad it doesn't stop you from riding!
BTW, my back is so fucked up (from childhood) that muscles do 90% of the work and crotch rockets shoud be perfect for my back. I try to lay low on fazer too, just so my back isn't vertical and doesn't soak up all the road bumps directly. The only reason I didn't get a crotch rocket is they're too one use only. Too sensitive to bad roads (fazer has softer shocks), too lively on the throttle (they practically force you to ride them fast). Also too little room for luggage (fazer doesn't look too good with a top box - but on a RR it's out of the question).
Fazer does things on public roads almost as good as a R. replica bike. Only time I've ever wanted a harder suspension and more race oriented bike was on a track day.
Besides, GIXXER is nice, but R6 or CBR600RR are a bit nicer bikes. My first Japanese bike was a Suzuki, they are nice, but Yamaha and Honda are a class above I think. Price is also higher, though.
Most things done in a hurry need to be done again - patiently.