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Originally Posted by ku69rd All the best dude ride hard and be safe.
One question, which bikes did you consider before finalizing on GT?
Good quality photos as well, do keep us regularly posted on your ownership hi's & lo's |
Thanks a lot buddy, well there are not much options in India - it was only Ninja 650R and GT650R and at my age i preferred GT over the Ninja, due to the v twin grunt, the looks - the service is still a question mark but lets see, have made this ownership to be honest with you all.
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Originally Posted by BIG SARAN Would be looking forward to this thread. Its heartening to see young bikers like you taking full precautions on safety gear from their end.
P.S: Did you ever consider the ST-7 ?? |
Thanks Saran, am glad you all appreciate the riding gear instead of some fools who make fun of you and start racing after seeing the gloves and all. And nopes i never really considered the ST-7, cruiser is not for me at this stage.
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Originally Posted by mayankk But, congratulation, she looks sweeeet!
i'm glad someone put inhibitions about hyosung aside and got it |
Thanks mayankk.
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Originally Posted by narula123 First of all a big congratulations on getting the steed. She looks good in white. |
Thanks a lot narula, thanks.
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1. How was the buying experience at the dealer? Waiting period etc etc?
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The buying experience was really good as it is with everyone before selling their products, its the after sales which matters. The sales manager is a friend of mine so it was smooth, waiting period was just 3-4 days for the cheques to get cleared, they had a white ready.
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Heard from a couple of sources about the jerky (read mis-tuned) power delivery of the GT. Any such issues with ur bike?
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If you mean to say smooth acceleration while opening the throttle, then not, its a little jerky for sure in the first gear, if its due to the EFI or V twin torque, i have no clue.
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Heating issues in bumper-to-bumper traffic or tight bylanes
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The heating is really quite a lot, more so in the running in phase right now. If you get stuck in 1st and 2nd gear then the heat does take its toll as a 650cc should and the fans kick in throwing heat everywhere
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What are the recommended service intervals for this baby?
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First one at 1000 kms, then 4000 and then every 4000 kms
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Any experiences of the "kitna deti hai?" kinds? How bout being an eye-ball magnet?
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Yeah whoever asks me i simply say 35-40 kmpl to avoid any more stupid questions, she is really an eyeball. One car guy shouted from the back and asked me R1 kitne ki hai - gosh...
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And finally, did u at any point consider the Ninja 650R ?
I guess the Ninja would be more suited for ur trips to the hills but is definitely not a patch on the GT in terms of looks.
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Yes i did, my dad was hell bent over it but i really didnt like the styling and am not a tourer kind of guy. Just Sunday trip to highways with few short bursts of accel suffice me.
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Thats a nice set of riding gear brother. Looks like u got it during your stint abroad. Prices please (for lesser mortals like us) ? |
Thanks, yeah i bought everything abroad. Telling price looks a lil embrassing but if you request i will - helmet costed 220, jacket - 200, gloves - 230, boots - 220. Everythin in $$$.
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My apologies for inundating you with so many queries but as a potential customer myself I just couldn't wait to hear your experiences. A BIG congrats once again. Ride on dude and dont forget to take her to the track ASAP !!
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Not a problem buddy, ask as much as you can. Am free these days, haha.
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Originally Posted by revintup Good you value safety.Always keep on your helmet and never drive under the influence of alcohol or friends.Both are heady and make you do stupid things. |
Thanks, would heed to your advise as thats a very sensible one and what you say holds true.
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Originally Posted by salunkhe.vizz Thats an awesome buy and a very good choice of color on the GT650. It looks stunning, would have looked even better if you had the jacket on during the ride from showroom to home . Always wear your gear, especially on powerful bikes - even if its a very short ride |
Thanks salunkhe, i didnt wear the jacket because i wanted to be comfortable on the very first day and not drop her. Appreciate your advise.
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Originally Posted by black12rr Congrats and ride safe .I can only guess what you will pick up once you are past 25 .
Nice gear too . |
Hahahahah, thanks for those words.
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Originally Posted by bigron Congratulation on your new ride. The bike in white looks awesome. The gear is neat and I particularly like the helmet. Ride Safe. |
Thanks bigron, am glad you liked it.
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Originally Posted by n_aditya Enjoyed reading your post coolboy. Its good to see that safety is prime to you... even when your peers and buddies poke fun at you. Some people compromise on the safety gear and learn the hard way.Glad you have invested in good quality gear right at the beginning. |
Thanks Aditya, still remember exchanging some PM's with you regarding Ninja and GT. I always prefer safe biking than being a hooligan and breaking bones.
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Please share your experiences on the booking, delivery etc
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Done the same above, would do so with the first impressions shortly in a new post.
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Also interesting to know that you jumped right from a 220 to a 650, so how did you cope on the first few days, knowing that these bikes are pretty darn quick.
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The only issue is keeping her below 100 - it really seems that the speedometer is a fake Korean brand
, everytime it shows in 3 digits, it just gallops away.
I now really have to say that you need loads and loads of maturity to ride such machines, i am having a hard time controlling this bike so i can only imagine how it feels to be on a litre class straight away.
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Congrats again on your purchase. She looks awesome in white. Ride safe. |
Thanks...
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Originally Posted by Fordmanchau Congratulations boy!!
That's a very cool ride for your money!!
And congratulations for your hard-earned CPL too in quick time |
Thanks Fordmanchau, well really had to work hard for CPL for finishing it in half the time but anything for a GT.
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Originally Posted by Ushuaia Coolboy,
Kudos for sticking to your aspirations casting it to reality!!Enjoy your ride! |
Thank you, well glad to hear your experience though it wasnt a very pleasant one but never mind every bikers has kissed tarmac once.