New member of the family

[Red05]

After much deliberation and fence sitting, as well as conferring with a very kind C10, I pulled the plug and added one to the stable. I modded Tango with lowered pegs, risers and Helibars but at 61 years old, just couldn't see myself riding him from Missouri to either ocean. So, I introduce you to Stella, a 2006 ST 1300.

With temps in the 20's I put her to bed right next to Tango

 

[Bumblebee]

After much deliberation and fence sitting, as well as conferring with a very kind C10, I pulled the plug and added one to the stable. I modded Tango with lowered pegs, risers and Helibars but at 61 years old, just couldn't see myself riding him from Missouri to either ocean. So, I introduce you to Stella, a 2006 ST 1300.View attachment 1589715
With temps in the 20's I put her to bed right next to TangoView attachment 1589717

They are a good bike, my buddy had one and he really liked it. The exhaust sound is distinctive.

 

[RedBull]

They are a good bike,
my buddy had one
and he really liked it .

The exhaust sound
is distinctive .

 

[Kiwi Rider]

Very nice!
A bike fit for purpose, as they say.
Now you have the Busa for sheer unadulterated (did I just say that?) fun, and the ST for touring and cruising.
Well done sir.

 

[c10]

Glad you picked that up . My brothers was a silver 07 , and was a great sled . I'm sure you will like it for the long distance rides . Did you find the center stand grab handle ?

 

[Mr Brown]

Nice. I've always liked them.

 

[c10]

did ya wheelie it yet ? They do it quiet well with a good rider . This guy needs a little practice , but he pulled it off anyway

 

[Bumblebee]

A few police depts use them and like them

 

[Red05]

Thanks guys. Yes, I figured out the handle after using the rear tip over bar the first couple of times. No wheelies yet but she handles really well for a big bike. I love my Tuono but touring on it would probably kill this old dude. Even on the Busa, 5 hours a day seems to be the limit, but oh what a 5 hours it is

 

[Slowstang305]

Looks to be in mint shape for an 06. How many miles on it?

 

[Red05]

A bunch...54k, but all appearances are it's been really well maintained. I've seen STs with 300k lol.

 

[mabupa]

Congrats on the new ride @Red05! I think those bikes look really good!

 

[Red05]

Thank you! I like the fit n finish better than the FJR and Connie as well. It also handles better despite being heavier. Acceleration isn't as good but it's not bad at all. When I want an arm stretcher, Tango (my Busa) fills that role better than I need lol.

 

[pashnit]

Owned the grand pappy of that bike & used it from commuting to work.

IMG_8280 by Tim Mayhew, on Flickr

 

[Red05]

Owned the grand pappy of that bike & used it from commuting to work.

Ah yes the ST1100. I love the looks of those. From what I've read, the owners are quite loyal. I hope to take one of your tours on STella, Tim