Big R
Heaven is so far away.
Re: Suzuki GR650- a "proper" riding video
Rook! How've you been man? It's been a while since I've logged in anywhere else, so I know what you mean........I don't think you've seen this pic yet:
I'm still working out some of the quirks when I can (mostly jetting). But the biggest improvement hands down is the dual disc brakes up front with stainless lines. I've ridden the stock bike above (even has the original rubber line - yikes!) and you can tell immediately that the brakes are worlds apart. As far as comfort goes........I firmly believe that my current setup is better for your back. With the pegs below your crotch, every little bump is sent to your legs and not your spine. If I were to get the handle bars about 2" higher and just slightly back a little more, it would relieve a lot of pressure from my wrists and neck (and honestly, there isn't enough pressure for me to be concerned).
Let's see.....swapping out to VM carbs hasn't produced any mind blowing power yet, but I am still working on them. If you recall, I had the original CV carbs with a K&N pod last year. Because this is my daily rider (rain or shine) I wanted to have some type of airbox with an OEM paper filter so that's the "cap" to any power production. I also swapped out the front sprocket for a 16 tooth one I found on ebay. It still has enough power to lift the front tire off the ground, or break the rear tire loose in lower gears if you aren't careful........I prefer the tire/wheel setup as is - but I never liked the original setup to begin with. The current setup is more confidence inspiring to me. I find myself leaning into turns more now instead of fighting the front end with the old 19" wheel.
If you are ever near western PA, let me know. You are more than welcome to take it for a spin to feel the differences for yourself. Be fore warned: this isn't the "tame and easy going" GR650 you know. It is more of a snarling, bucking, compact version of your bike.
Rook! How've you been man? It's been a while since I've logged in anywhere else, so I know what you mean........I don't think you've seen this pic yet:
I'm still working out some of the quirks when I can (mostly jetting). But the biggest improvement hands down is the dual disc brakes up front with stainless lines. I've ridden the stock bike above (even has the original rubber line - yikes!) and you can tell immediately that the brakes are worlds apart. As far as comfort goes........I firmly believe that my current setup is better for your back. With the pegs below your crotch, every little bump is sent to your legs and not your spine. If I were to get the handle bars about 2" higher and just slightly back a little more, it would relieve a lot of pressure from my wrists and neck (and honestly, there isn't enough pressure for me to be concerned).
Let's see.....swapping out to VM carbs hasn't produced any mind blowing power yet, but I am still working on them. If you recall, I had the original CV carbs with a K&N pod last year. Because this is my daily rider (rain or shine) I wanted to have some type of airbox with an OEM paper filter so that's the "cap" to any power production. I also swapped out the front sprocket for a 16 tooth one I found on ebay. It still has enough power to lift the front tire off the ground, or break the rear tire loose in lower gears if you aren't careful........I prefer the tire/wheel setup as is - but I never liked the original setup to begin with. The current setup is more confidence inspiring to me. I find myself leaning into turns more now instead of fighting the front end with the old 19" wheel.
If you are ever near western PA, let me know. You are more than welcome to take it for a spin to feel the differences for yourself. Be fore warned: this isn't the "tame and easy going" GR650 you know. It is more of a snarling, bucking, compact version of your bike.
