Can't contain myself

Yeah...your a bitch Nice pick up Rob
Looks like a nice new ride...

Onya Rob, a "Blue Bullet" I await YOUR feedback cheers Nanna

Only changes from stock, Braided lines, Micron exhaust, suspension back to factory specs, Pirelli Superbike SC2 Slicks (30psi cold F&R)

Well the bike has been Track deflowered, I thought I would be a bit more hesitant with the original plastic fitted but that went out the window once I was on the track Its amazing how quick the perception changes when it comes to the crunch.
First session was overcast & saw water running across the track at Turn 5 & 7 with a slight patch through 11, the track was also very slightly damp in sections but definitely not wet & the clear visor was donned for closer inspection. First impression was this bike is comfy & I very quickly felt at home (tyre warmers help) & confidence was up for the warm up lap, the water across the track looked ok especially 5 as it was well past the apex, this let to a false confidence come lap 2 when the bullet almost had a self induced laydown in protest to being hammered out of turn 5 & hitting the stream of water causing the rear end to almost come past the front The marshal at turn 6 was having a good laugh at my expense & all I could do was shake my head & smile, happy knowing that I wasn't going to be the first casualty of the day , then once the composure was set I had fun passing Russ apexing out of turn 1 & doing the bolt, but alas that was to be the only session for those sorts of shenanigans & Russ quickly got in the zone for the rest of the day.
Funny thing was my fastest lap of the day was that Lap & I still cant believe that on a brand new bike I can pull my fastest lap for the day in shitty track conditions trying to stay ahead of Russ..... Thanks mate
Session 2 saw an almost dry track but a strong headwind coming up the straight had me being cautious for the rest of the day hence the times were down.
Session 3 saw a dry track ....... let the fun & Games begin, had another play with Gos in the beginning of the session the spent the rest of the session picking off other riders, the track was quite busy so I made a point to be at the front for future starts to get some clear track.
Session 4 was Fantastic I was at the front & had plenty of clear track but I was feeling tired so it was a struggle but to make up for it I had fun watching an MV get trashed out of turn 9 I did a total of 4 laps with no one passing me then I pulled off to cool down & save energy for the last session.
Session 5 got up the front again & had Glen behind me for a look see, well it seems he got a show ...... namely a big black darkie apexing turn 1 I think I was over compensating for the headwind down the straight & trying to make up time between 1 & 2 didn't even realise till he told me, 1 lap later I was spent & heading back to the pits from lack of concentration & for self preservation.
So overall the bike is amazing, this is exactly what the doctor ordered, the bike is predictable, nimble, has plenty of power on tap & is honestly hard to fault. At this stage I will leave it till Oran park on the 10th for a comparison there before working out any changes but at this stage a slight tweak in the suspension for more travel in the front & soften the rear slightly is probably all she needs I am one happy camper that's for sure & have definitely made the right decision in changing & having a more modern experience.
God I love this bike!
Thanks for the Pic Leah...... bit wide out of turn 2 here but making up for it in lean angle

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you spot some hot bird on the hill did u rob??

ummm I think you could call it coming in too hawtt

llookin good rob!

[, then once the composure was set I had fun passing Russ apexing out of turn 1 & doing the bolt, but alas that was to be the only session for those sorts of shenanigans & Russ quickly got in the zone for the rest of the day.
Funny thing was my fastest lap of the day was that Lap & I still cant believe that on a brand new bike I can pull my fastest lap for the day in shitty track conditions trying to stay ahead of Russ..... Thanks mate

No worries mate. i can tell ya i was bloody surprised when you took me in the wet because i thought I was on the slippery edge until you went flying past.

after that I put my head down and went after you till we both had a little moment over the damp area after 5 (damn near thought it was the end of my day and I must say that i was impressed you held it up as well

looking really good!

Here's another pic of your gorgeous baby in action (though, it was very careful nanna action)

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Cath that is definitly the least lean angle I have seen from you ever!!!!

EKMERLENT Rob, That echoed what i had read & felt after test riding one for Strutto in 05.
I'm pretty sure i can see the race face with a huge pharken smile through the visor in the pic.
Don't worry Cath, won't be long 7 you'll be giving the gents something seriously DEDSEXY to chase at EC.

mmmm a little pressy was left at my door this arvo
So whats the colour going to be? .................I have NFI...........any suggestions?
Is K Green still in? or keep it Blue?

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I think we know which way the overall vote will go on this one But Ill say Blue just too stir the pot

I say go "ORANGE" then you'll get more photo's and video time like another certain member.....

The orange spot is taken..... its actually 3 different shades

Mate Blue is my favorite colour.... maybe not yours.
Rob its not going back on the road, so really, spay it any colour ya like mate.
Bright yellow for a shit stir.

So whats the colour going to be? .................I have NFI...........any suggestions?
Is K Green still in? or keep it Blue?

Some inspiration...