tee hee got it

[Optomist]

absolutely over the moon, picked up my 2000 1150 gs this morning and haven't stopped smiling. totally different from anything I have had before, only niggle is I find it reluctant to turn at speed especially if the bend starts to tighten a wee bit. its probably me but if anyone has any ideas ? if you are thinking of one of these and you are used to plastic rockets try one its a blast.

 

[Bryn]

Check tyre pressures... 32 front, 36 rear.... its a start

 

[Optomist]

cheers, I should have thought of that.

 

[oblertone]

Learn ...

... to counter-steer; they go round much better that way

Ps - Excellent choice

 

[Optomist]

could you expand on that ? please...

 

[diplomaticdanny]

As you approach a right hand bend, push gently on the right hand handgrip, you will notice the bike dropping nicely into the bend, adjust pressure according to speed and curve, a bit of practice and you will start to love it.

 

[Optomist]

heyyyyyy. cant wait for morning , cheers.

 

[Blackal]

Check the front tyre profile for a triangular form.

Al

 

[MUD]

As you approach a right hand bend, push gently on the right hand handgrip, you will notice the bike dropping nicely into the bend, adjust pressure according to speed and curve, a bit of practice and you will start to love it.

This is a very good tip....takes practice and lots of confidence that it will work but trust me it does.
If you have a straight road with no traffic on try practicing it......push slowly/gentlty on one side and the bike will start to tip in on that side....push the other and over she will go....when you trust yourself it works then it will open up so much more fun

 

[Bugbear]

Good choice viperman

My one piece of advice - on gravel make sure your foot is 'planted' when you stop.

Don't ask how I know this

 

[oblertone]

However ...

My one piece of advice - on gravel make sure your foot is 'planted' when you stop.

... if it does start to go over as a result of improper footing at no MPH, do not try and hold it up; there lies the hernia (or worse).

Step away from it while trying to ease its passage downwards, then make like you meant to do it

 

[import]

Ah ..... The smell of a new (to you) bike... Someone's smiling today....enjoy

 

[BigDan]

Congrats mate!! As people said above me, counter-steer is the best way to ride a bike, but most likely you already do it! Its a very natural thing. But still, see if concentrating on it helps.

Echoing people above me, check tyre pressures and tyre profiles to see if they're still nicely rounded. These bikes are amazing to handle, you can just drop your shoulder into corners and round it goes...

Take care on these cold wet roads though Have fun!

 

[JayC]

... to counter-steer; they go round much better that way

Ps - Excellent choice

Not that old chestnut again!

 

[Wrinkly]

... to counter-steer; they go round much better that way

Ps - Excellent choice

What is it with belief that counter steering needs to be learned.

It's natural for goodness sake you cannot, I repeat, cannot go around a corner without using it.

Steve

 

[tspivey]

Rather than learnt I think it needs pointing out and explaining, then when you are aware you do it naturally any way you use it to greater effect.
Tim

 

[r1150gsclark]

absolutely over the moon, picked up my 2000 1150 gs this morning and haven't stopped smiling. totally different from anything I have had before, only niggle is I find it reluctant to turn at speed especially if the bend starts to tighten a wee bit. its probably me but if anyone has any ideas ? if you are thinking of one of these and you are used to plastic rockets try one its a blast.

Great choice!! Had my 2002 1150gs now for 6 months now, and I too haven't stopped grinning either! Safe riding, and most of all, enjoy!!

 

[The Grey One]

Enjoy the bike, great fun to ride and can surprise many other riders. As has been said check the tyres, mine is now on Michelin Pilot Road 3's, not the cheapest but amazing grip and turn quicker than the previous Bridgestones. No use off road though but I'm too old for that nonsense with a bike as heavy as the 1150.

John

 

[hutchy]

Ah ..... The smell of a new (to you) bike... Someone's smiling today....enjoy

It was indeed ........four months ago hehe

Sorry im sad like that!

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