02BusaMark
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What's up. Just picked up an 02 over the weekend after looking for months. Knew I wanted to switch to a bigger bike last summer after doing a 3K mile trip from Indianapolis to Eureka Springs, and south to Pensacola. At the time I was riding a K4 GSXR-1000 somewhat set up for touring. After the 650 mile day from AR to FL, I had to rest for a couple days (saddle sore/back/neck). When I got back from that trip, I started to debate what bike was going to be next.
Really got back into riding back in 2004. Purchased a '97 carbed CBR1100XX. Bike was alot of fun and had a good mix of fast and smooth. Was in a situation where I couldn't afford a bike and decent car, so bike had to go. Couple years later picked up an 03 GSXR-1000. Bought with the intentions of a little work and selling to make a couple bucks. Changed sprockets/chain, cleaned it up and turned about $500 on it. That got me right to buy my last bike. Sold it about two weeks ago for just a little less than I was into it.
Everyone knows about the power and speed of the Busa, but I wanted one as much for touring... and I know I'm not alone. Been reading up on mods and solutions for distance riding. In the process of changing/adding fluids and familiarizing myself with the bike. Actually, I'm waiting on parts. Have on order H7 35W 5000K HID kit on the way, clear front and rear lenses, RAM stem mounting ball, power port kit, and rear spools. Like to "restore" the finish on parts of the bike, and get it ready for spring.
Here's a couple pics. I'm gonna need to re-cover the front seat (good luck finding that material) and find d a new right hand mirror. Thought I might have some luck with those things here.
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Really got back into riding back in 2004. Purchased a '97 carbed CBR1100XX. Bike was alot of fun and had a good mix of fast and smooth. Was in a situation where I couldn't afford a bike and decent car, so bike had to go. Couple years later picked up an 03 GSXR-1000. Bought with the intentions of a little work and selling to make a couple bucks. Changed sprockets/chain, cleaned it up and turned about $500 on it. That got me right to buy my last bike. Sold it about two weeks ago for just a little less than I was into it.
Everyone knows about the power and speed of the Busa, but I wanted one as much for touring... and I know I'm not alone. Been reading up on mods and solutions for distance riding. In the process of changing/adding fluids and familiarizing myself with the bike. Actually, I'm waiting on parts. Have on order H7 35W 5000K HID kit on the way, clear front and rear lenses, RAM stem mounting ball, power port kit, and rear spools. Like to "restore" the finish on parts of the bike, and get it ready for spring.
Here's a couple pics. I'm gonna need to re-cover the front seat (good luck finding that material) and find d a new right hand mirror. Thought I might have some luck with those things here.
to the oRg!! Congrats on your new Busa!! 
