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Here we go.. - 4/26/2007 4:05:14 PM

SLANKY929

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Ok guys I currently ride a 929. Love the craftmanship of Honda. Here is the dilemma, Im 6'4 and my back is starting to ache now...getting old I guess (35). I rode a Hayabusa the other day and loved it. But I hate Suzuki

. What is the comparison between the blackbird and the so called blackbird eater(Hayabusa)...Dont care about horsepower cause the 929 has enough for me.

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RE: Here we go.. - 4/29/2007 2:20:53 AM

R1000

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The Bird is more comfy than the Busa. The Busa has as you already know far more power and it is also lighter and handles better in turns. The weight and turning capabilities are no problems on the Bird though, and it will get a very good steering response if the rear shock is lengthened by a 6 mm shim.

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RE: Here we go.. - 5/21/2007 12:23:40 PM

VFRrider800

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I owned a 2002 XX and LOVED IT!!!!!!! You won't be disapointed I promise.

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RE: Here we go.. - 5/25/2007 4:20:37 PM

waz57

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Well I have come from a CBR 1000 F to an 07 blackbird I am 50 and 6 feet 3 and it is just magic smooth and a very good riding position you wont be disappointed in the bird. Last Sunday we went for a bit of a ride about 500 Kls and I could have easily ridden a further 500 Kls, the only thing different on mine is that I have a sheepskin cover on the seat

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RE: Here we go.. - 6/1/2007 3:02:52 PM

Nelson

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I had a '98 Blackbird before changing for a 929 and then to a 954. Changed back to an 06 Blackbird in December. I did consider the Hayabusa, but I'm a Honda man and I think the Blackbird looks far better, it's better built and is a more complete machine.

Having ridden Fireblades (929/954) for 6 years, I must admit I miss the excitement they provided - the way corners can be attacked etc. Alongside the 954 I had a CBR1000F. Got rid of both of these for the Blackbird and I'd say the Blackbird is a cross between the two. Am enjoying the Blackbird so much and it's just as fast as the 954, but part of me misses the Fireblade!

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