Just doing some homework before viewing a Gen 1 Busa - anyone with experience of buying/running one have any points to pay attention to beyond the usual?
It is supposed to have a reasonably low mileage backed up by MoT history - not seen the paperwork yet but the MoT history page on the .gov website only shows the current MoT, nothing before 2024, anyone know of any legitimate reason why that might be?
Thanks for any tips you may have
Busa buying tips
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billinom8s
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Re: Busa buying tips
I know a couple of busa fans, will put them onto this thread.
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Farad
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Thanks Simon, as is the way I've now seen a very shiny Gen2. I'm sure the final decision will be determined by she who must be obeyed in discussion with the bank manager!
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Re: Busa buying tips
as always
07977507395
don't forget we are onX and Instagrambelieve it or not !!!
southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
don't forget we are onX and Instagrambelieve it or not !!!
southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
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Exxon-Valdez
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Re: Busa buying tips
Hi Farad. I’ve had mine about 15yrs. Front calipers bind up and seize easily. I ended up switching the tokico ones to nissin ones off a triumph. Some gen 1 bikes have a hot start issue that drives you mad at the petrol station after a fill up. Worth doing a test ride and getting it hot, stopping for 5 mins and trying to restart. You can get an upgraded starter that solves it. Think it’s about £500 though. Other than that they are trusty steeds!
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Farad
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Re: Busa buying tips
Thanks Dave, I had the hot start issue with my current bike after I swapped to stick coils and it went away when I swapped back. It's very annoying so I'll look out for that.
I may get back in touch if I get the bike - I already have some mods in mind and would value your insights.
I may get back in touch if I get the bike - I already have some mods in mind and would value your insights.
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Re: Busa buying tips
If you move in those circles I have a gen one frame I'm trying to get rid of. Would be a shame to scrap it.
07977507395
don't forget we are onX and Instagrambelieve it or not !!!
southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
don't forget we are onX and Instagrambelieve it or not !!!
southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
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Re: Busa buying tips
Message sent. See your inbox Richard.
Happy to help you look at any Busa you are considering.
Happy to help you look at any Busa you are considering.
old and disgraceful so doing what I can while I can before I can't
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Gen2 Busa
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Farad
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Re: Busa buying tips
Thanks Simon and Brian, I'm currently on Jury service so hoping to set something up for the weekend.
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Farad
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Re: Busa buying tips
The deed is done, I went for a Gen 2 in the end.
I'm hoping I might be able to keep up now when the ride outs start again in spring!
Thanks for your help and advice, it's always helpful to have some inside knowledge/reassurance when you've not owned a bike of that model before.
I'm hoping I might be able to keep up now when the ride outs start again in spring!
Thanks for your help and advice, it's always helpful to have some inside knowledge/reassurance when you've not owned a bike of that model before.
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Re: Busa buying tips
She’s clean! Congrats on the purchase
Am I bike mad or just mad 
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Re: Busa buying tips
Where did you get the strange idea that there are no rideouts before Spring??? We're even going out to play Christmas day
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Gen2 Busa
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Re: Busa buying tips
On the straights, not a problem, corners are where the fun is at though..
07977507395
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southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
don't forget we are onX and Instagrambelieve it or not !!!
southwestbikers@southwestbikers (original, I know.
KTM 1290 SDR
KTM 690 supermoto smc R,
Zx10r trackbike,
ktm 350 excf muddy
Suspension and bike work undertaken.
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Farad
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Re: Busa buying tips
Thanks Steve, 7k miles believed genuine. However, I did a Bude run this week in the wet 'cos I had to try her out and she aint so shiny now. That's my weekend job sorted.
Now Phil and Brian, you've seen me ride ... can you imagine me on a new Busa in the icy wet winter trying to keep up with you two! I'll look out for rides on a Michael Fish proof day but it'll probably be spring unless Santa brings some thermals. I know, wuss!
Simon, my back/wrists wouldn't thank me for buying a sports bike. I'll fit high bars and if, as I suspect, my skill/bottle and the bike's capabilities slow me in the corners I'll just have to try harder on the straight bits!
Looking forward to seeing you all on the road.
Now Phil and Brian, you've seen me ride ... can you imagine me on a new Busa in the icy wet winter trying to keep up with you two! I'll look out for rides on a Michael Fish proof day but it'll probably be spring unless Santa brings some thermals. I know, wuss!
Simon, my back/wrists wouldn't thank me for buying a sports bike. I'll fit high bars and if, as I suspect, my skill/bottle and the bike's capabilities slow me in the corners I'll just have to try harder on the straight bits!
Looking forward to seeing you all on the road.