R1100S For sale. £1950 ONO

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Blackal
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Postby Blackal » Tue Oct 27, 2015 7:35 am

GSXR-Chris wrote:The bike is at it's best at 70 to 80 MPH. After more than that?... buy a jap four or V twin :lol:


In a way - I think you are correct (although that band may be a little narrower than my estimate).

I've always maintained that on "real" British A-roads with great twisties, and a self-imposed speed limit of around 85-90mph (for license and life-preservation) - then the R1100s is a hard bike to beat.

If you are looking for a bike that sits more comfortably at the upper end of that band - the R1200s fits the bill.

But - if you convince yourself that you NEED a bike that comfortably goes beyond 120 for more than brief moments - then yes............. you will have convinced yourself of the need of a superbike.

Just my thoughts from having put a few miles on them.

Al :D
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Postby slparry » Tue Oct 27, 2015 7:44 am

Blackal wrote:
GSXR-Chris wrote:The bike is at it's best at 70 to 80 MPH. After more than that?... buy a jap four or V twin :lol:


In a way - I think you are correct (although that band may be a little narrower than my estimate).

I've always maintained that on "real" British A-roads with great twisties, and a self-imposed speed limit of around 85-90mph (for license and life-preservation) - then the R1100s is a hard bike to beat.

If you are looking for a bike that sits more comfortably at the upper end of that band - the R1200s fits the bill.

But - if you convince yourself that you NEED a bike that comfortably goes beyond 120 for more than brief moments - then yes............. you will have convinced yourself of the need of a superbike.

Just my thoughts from having put a few miles on them.

Al :D


Well put Al
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Postby Blackal » Tue Oct 27, 2015 7:45 am

slparry wrote:
Well put Al


That's not like me............ :?
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Postby Pete. » Tue Oct 27, 2015 6:04 pm

I wouldn't be without mine and I've been a staunch Japanese bike rider for more than 20yrs. Getting somewhere fast isn't always about going fast. My other bike has 3-4 times the power and I can't get places as quick as I can on my BMW, unless we're talking dual carriageways/motorways.
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Tue Oct 27, 2015 7:09 pm

Well that's all fine and dandy guys. Takes all sorts and all that.
I don't NEED a supersports. Toured on the BMW just fine this year. Kept in front of a cbr 600rr and KTM RC8.
I however do not like 75HP and 230KG when pushing on and trying to make overtakes above 90MPH.
I have just bought a CBR600F3 and it is a far superior bike for my use. (IE thrashing through Europe and the odd autumn/wet trackday.
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Postby bikerboy » Thu Oct 29, 2015 1:55 am

GSXR-Chris wrote:
bikerboy wrote:
GSXR-Chris wrote:You changing bikes because you want something faster?
This is what you mention in the Ebay ad.
If true please don't buy an R1100S. These bikes are not fast 100 MPH feels like an event.
The bike is at it's best at 70 to 80 MPH. After more than that?... buy a jap four or V twin :lol:
I'm just worried that you make the same error as me.


i dont think your riding it right then chris!!!


How should it be ridden then? :lol:


100MPH ALL DAY with 30-40mph on top if u need it, but i am built like a jockey :)
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Postby Dog Tyred » Thu Oct 29, 2015 10:18 am

Pete. wrote: My other bike has 3-4 times the power


Blimey! What is it, a drag bike?

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Postby bikemad99 » Thu Oct 29, 2015 10:43 am

Who makes these 300 to 400hp motorcycles,I might get one and also live in a dream world. :oops:I bet they are good for 90mph overtakes.
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Thu Oct 29, 2015 11:03 am

Guy's he might have a turbo Hayabusa. Stop the piss taking...
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Tue Nov 17, 2015 7:47 pm

Bump. Desperate times I need the space and have my eye on a new R1.
Don't wait sheepishly till summer, twist my arm now whilst the weather is on your side.
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Postby dave the german » Tue Nov 17, 2015 8:39 pm

Don't wait sheepishly till summer, twist my arm now whilst the weather is on your side.[/quote]

It ain't on my side where I'm at - it's $h*te

Tidy looking bike tho - maybe a bit late in the season but good luck with the sale
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Tue Nov 17, 2015 9:46 pm

dave the german wrote:Don't wait sheepishly till summer, twist my arm now whilst the weather is on your side.


It ain't on my side where I'm at - it's $h*te

Tidy looking bike tho - maybe a bit late in the season but good luck with the sale[/quote]

Haha no I meant it's on your side to get a good price :D
Obviously not for riding.
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Wed Nov 25, 2015 3:05 pm

1400 views and still no takers.....
What's the matter with this bike guys??
Is it STILL too expensive?
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Postby dave the german » Wed Nov 25, 2015 6:21 pm

It will eventually go and when it does there'll be people saying I wish I'd seen that sooner - happens all the time. If I had a massive garage, unlimited cash and didn't need to work, I'd have it just cos I could
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Postby GSXR-Chris » Mon Nov 30, 2015 4:29 pm

SOLD :headbang:
Thanks to everyone for the advice, knowledge, and guidance over the last few months.
It has gone to a guy who will truly appreciate it for what it is, and enjoy the bike.
So long guys!
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