texomawaves
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Newbie here, first post. I'm doing my homework before I make my first busa purchase. Are the transmission issues (worn out gear dogs) more prevalent in the gen1 or gen2 bikes, or about the same? Thanks!
gen1 vs gen2 transmissions
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thanks for the info guys, BUT I've given up on trying to buy a used bike. Too many abused/modified bikes... asking for top dollar. I've concluded only a sucker would buy used Hayabusa. I'd rather spend a little more and know what I'm getting.
Look around a bit. You can buy a 2012 -2013 bike with less that 3500 miles if you look and are a little patient. You avoid all the stealership crap like that. Good luck on your hunt.
Nothing wrong with buying a used bike, the key is knowing what you are looking at. Welcome to the board. 
Yea I bought mine used and on the cheap side. I have put 20,000 miles on it since then with no problems. Just have to know what your looking at.
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If your the type of person who changes bikes like underwear 
then it doesn't make a lot of sense 2 buy a brand new bike.... If all your gonna do is rack up some miles & then trade it in on something else. Buy used low mileage for thousands of dollars cheaper. U can use that money saved 2 buy accessories or put towards the next bike your gonna want 2 trade in 4. If your not familiar on what 2 look 4 or troubling signs bring a friend along who does or request that the mechanic you usually go 2 give it a thorough once over prior 2 purchasing.
FYI new doesn't always mean trouble free.... plenty of bikes have had recalls or issues and depending on the fine print in your so-called warranty it may or may not cover it. not to mention even if it is covered but your bike is sitting in a shop 4 months on end during the prime of riding season
then it doesn't make a lot of sense 2 buy a brand new bike.... If all your gonna do is rack up some miles & then trade it in on something else. Buy used low mileage for thousands of dollars cheaper. U can use that money saved 2 buy accessories or put towards the next bike your gonna want 2 trade in 4. If your not familiar on what 2 look 4 or troubling signs bring a friend along who does or request that the mechanic you usually go 2 give it a thorough once over prior 2 purchasing.FYI new doesn't always mean trouble free.... plenty of bikes have had recalls or issues and depending on the fine print in your so-called warranty it may or may not cover it. not to mention even if it is covered but your bike is sitting in a shop 4 months on end during the prime of riding season
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Thanks for all the good advice guys. I pulled the trigger and bought a 2014 gray/black. Never been so excited in my F-ing life! Well, maybe since my divorce 10 yrs ago 
My whole garage has that new car smell, mmmmm
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