Matts_12GS Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 But it is my new (to me) 2006 DL1K! It was fairly cheap after all and helped get the cruiser out of my garage. So there. Say hello to Juan_Que! (1K... get it?) More pictures to come once I get it home. Link to comment
RonStewart Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Say hello to Juan_Que! (1K... get it?)Not Wonky? Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 wonky may be the license plate if it's available. Link to comment
Francois_Dumas Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 I like it Matt !!! Congrats ! Link to comment
Firefight911 Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Very nice, Matt!! Congrats on your new Willy Wonky or whatever your calling her! Psst, keep it away from DannyBoy!! Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Well the first 100 miles is done today and while still adjusting some of the bits on it, I am happy with what I did. Power, no problem. Power wheelies, problem till I practice more (flame away if you must ). I think the biggest thing I've found is that I can't ride the big V like the 650. It isn't as happy revving, it likes to use the torque down low to move itself along so short shifting is to be a new norm. Besides, revving the motor like I did the 650 is taking it's toll at the pump, but it's danged fun to do. Twist=go in everything but the overdriven 6th gear (then above 65 or so). My Sargent seat from the 650 works on the bike as does the MadStad windshield mounts. Unfortunately my Givi racks won't fit on the beast. So, 650 owners, they're listed in the classifieds cheap, I'll get more from CA Sport Touring when I order the heated grips and stuff. Link to comment
Huzband Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 When you put a set of man-tires on it, I'll help you with a "real" ride. Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 That's why I was trying hard to spin the trail wings today. Maybe I'll teach you how to do a wheelie! Link to comment
Wyn Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Hey Matt, Congrats, I see you have a Givi windscreen. Helps the buffeting problem? It did on my 650. I think if they made it a bit wider that would solve the problem. The longest ride I did was 350 miles. Beat me to a pulp. Great bikes though. ISYHTRAH Link to comment
Bill_Walker Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Welcome to the kilocycle club! Stroms rock! (though my opinion may be slightly biased) Link to comment
Richard_D Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 When you put a set of man-tires on it, I'll help you with a "real" ride. Danny , you need to take that thing to another stream crossing to wash it off. Link to comment
donkes Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Congrats Matt - enjoy. Looks like fun! Link to comment
Huzband Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Danny , you need to take that thing to another stream crossing to wash it off. Funny you should say that. The wife & I will be up there week after next. And yes, Ima gonna cross it again. Link to comment
Richard_D Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Take pictures or I won't believe it ! Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Danny , you need to take that thing to another stream crossing to wash it off. Funny you should say that. The wife & I will be up there week after next. And yes, Ima gonna cross it again. Danny, you want me to tell her where to stand to take the best pics of you stuck in that hole again? Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted June 29, 2007 Author Share Posted June 29, 2007 Wyn, The tall screen is ok when it comes to weather protection, but, if you're having issues with buffeting, go here and get one of these. You'll be happy. Link to comment
grizzly660fan Posted June 29, 2007 Share Posted June 29, 2007 got a wee strom in our stable and agree 100% with the madstad bracket. still got the stock screen and liking it since we got the madstad. not sure why, but the thing works! Garry Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted July 2, 2007 Author Share Posted July 2, 2007 The MadStad is quality kit for sure. I just like the adjustability. I wish SuziQ had done the thing right in the first place though! I added a Givi windshield for a little extra protection when it turns cold, but that's it. Oh, and heated grips... And hand guards... The Vee is a load of fun and is still very different from the wee. I hope my wife decides she wants to ride the wee strom instead of something else so I can keep it around! Link to comment
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