Main problems in the Busas

[Road Dog]

What are the main problems in the first Hayabusa models from the year -99?
I've heard there are a few, but can someone list and describe them to me?

 

[BusaFever]

Fuel filter clogging too easily...
Aluminum subframe breaking...
Cam chain tension malfunctioning
Causing way too many speeding tickets...
Promoting Modification frenzy...

 

[ThunderPants]

I have heard of the starter motor exploding and cracking the cases, do a search on this, I don't think this was limited to the 99 models though. I think there is a plastic casing that can be put over the starter motor to prevent it from cracking the cases. Busa fever has the other issues covered.

 

[UUBusa]

I beleive the starter gear issue goes on up to 2002...

 

[Rocketman]

Can you elaborate on the subframe problems? What would cause that - wheelies? I can't see why the subframe would crack or break.

Brakes: I was under the impression that busas have great brake systems. I just want to be real about my first busa.

Thanks.

 

[badassbusa]

UUBusa are right, the starter deal is only on the 2002 model. about the cam tensioner & the subframe, i think they had recall about them, check your local dealer. busa has good brakes but you can install steel braded brake lines & that will work really good.

 

[Swordsman]

brakes on busa are generally not up to the job as standard, certainly on the earlier models & to my knowledge they havent changed them yet.
I would suggest
good quality brake pads, bendix or lockheed seem to work best
braided lines
master cylinder from a k2 gxer 1000

I have done these on a 99 & now the brakes work
& if they dont make you feel better then a pair of nissin 6 pot calipers with bendix pads will stop you.