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Title: New R1
Post by: Tahoebrian5 on November 03, 2014, 07:27:33 PM
Check it out
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2014/Nov/14101103aa.htm

It looks like all the new sportbikes are pushing 200hp and crazy features. Still waiting to see what the new rsv4 looks like. Should be released from eicma in the next day or two
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: GreenMachine on November 03, 2014, 07:50:14 PM
I think RG said he knows of someone getting one of the new supercharged Kawi's.  200+ hp in a sporting package would be fun to have.  I could probably double or triple the number of annual speeding tickets with it.

Imagine Sub-sonic on one?  :terrified
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: RocketRider on November 03, 2014, 07:57:05 PM
Good looking bikes all around
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Sub-Sonic on November 03, 2014, 10:26:35 PM
6-7 new next generation electronic packages based on this 'six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)' thingy. Add ERS (Ohlins electronic race suspension) for the 'M' model.   
Basically nothing to worry about except being able to make the corner at whatever speed the rider can handle it.
R1 16.5K msrp
R1M 22K msrp
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Sub-Sonic on November 03, 2014, 10:29:55 PM
Quote from: GreenMachine on November 03, 2014, 07:50:14 PM

Imagine Sub-sonic on one?  :terrified

Just picked up a 'Sport tourer' (emphasizing the quotes) for next years long rides, so not sure if I'll be in the market for one, but the current R1 is for sale...
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Tahoebrian5 on November 04, 2014, 06:55:01 AM
What flavor did you get?

I still think the new beamer is the best pick for our kind of riding. 200hp plus active suspension, heated grips and cruise control. Add some bar risers and you've got the ultimate  hyper sport tour bike
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Mel on November 04, 2014, 07:26:41 AM
Who is "our" :)?
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Tahoebrian5 on November 04, 2014, 07:30:35 AM
Ok, well that includes those of us that like to stick with paved roads on their street machines :angel
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Mel on November 04, 2014, 07:50:16 AM
 ;D!
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Sub-Sonic on November 04, 2014, 07:51:51 AM
Quote from: Tahoebrian5 on November 04, 2014, 06:55:01 AM
What flavor did you get?

It's not a new bike, it has 8K miles on it, so it will get some performance upgrades, like suspension, tires, brakes, geometry changes (shortened rake).

If I can get the 'old' R1 sold, that could provide a nice down payment for a '15 R1 or other bike.
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Mel on November 04, 2014, 08:51:40 AM
That new R1 isn't the only game in town as Honda hasn't forgotten about you Honda boys ;)! Click on the little arrow for more views!

http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/14archive/streetrc213/RC213V-S_3.htm

Mel
Title: Re: New R1
Post by: Tahoebrian5 on November 04, 2014, 09:47:42 AM
That looks to me that they just dressed up their motogp bike with some street stuff for the show.
Title: Probably won't be in Mel's stable
Post by: GreenMachine on November 04, 2014, 10:03:17 AM
A goat road carver, this ain't.

(http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/14archive/streetrc213/1.jpg)

:-\  As appealing as the red-white & blue color scheme is, I prefer the Repsol painted rims and layout.  Black rims are far less maintenance for any street bike, but colored ones just pop.

(http://wallpaper-download.net/wallpapers/motorcycle-wallpapers-repsol-honda-wallpaper-wallpaper-35039.jpg)

Title: Re: New R1
Post by: GreenMachine on December 20, 2014, 12:02:06 PM
More information on the bike.  Picture is the video intro preview with Jorge & Valentino.  The second version ridden by Jorge actually has some very useful settings that could make the bike more enjoyable to ride and to communicate with other group riders/passengers.

(http://www.motorcycledaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/R1-middle1.jpg) (http://www.motorcycledaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/R1-middle1.jpg)