Hi - about time I introduced myself - 50+ & based in gloucestershire. Used to have a Thundercat but 420miles across the Pyrennes 2 up & luggage said it was about time to get a proper bike. I tried a Fazer Thou and it didn't feel like it was bending in the middle.
2003 with 20k on after the dealer offered me a good partx. Done 6k since January including the lakes & Southern Ireland. A bit tall for by short 29" legs but the extra ballast with swmbo & luggage means I can get both feet on the ground. Far more suited to the long distances although my shoulders ache more than with the 'cat. Good fuel consumption, slightly less manic speeds & I can overtake without getting a slap on the helmet - that extra torque makes it so much smoother.
Only additions are the GIVI panniers/box, fenda extender & front mudflap to try & keep the engine clean, and a home made rear mud flap to keep the mrs & luggage dry. Also got a handlebar mount for the old Garmin Streetpilot satnav - OK til it loses reception, lol.
Found the rear brake pad instructions useful & will look at the airbox sometime as not sure mods been done or not.
Just getting the chain done at 25k with the big service - ouch
Haven't sussed out the fancy pictures by the side yet, but rude not to say hello.
2003 with 20k on after the dealer offered me a good partx. Done 6k since January including the lakes & Southern Ireland. A bit tall for by short 29" legs but the extra ballast with swmbo & luggage means I can get both feet on the ground. Far more suited to the long distances although my shoulders ache more than with the 'cat. Good fuel consumption, slightly less manic speeds & I can overtake without getting a slap on the helmet - that extra torque makes it so much smoother.
Only additions are the GIVI panniers/box, fenda extender & front mudflap to try & keep the engine clean, and a home made rear mud flap to keep the mrs & luggage dry. Also got a handlebar mount for the old Garmin Streetpilot satnav - OK til it loses reception, lol.
Found the rear brake pad instructions useful & will look at the airbox sometime as not sure mods been done or not.
Just getting the chain done at 25k with the big service - ouch
Haven't sussed out the fancy pictures by the side yet, but rude not to say hello.

