... brake pedal which leaves me a bit panicky - I won't be buying one for myself. The driving standard is VERY poor though IMO and it only seems to be getting worse

... from the standard map (one map that runs on all bikes) but yes there is such a huge potential for damage to be done. I would definitely advise getting a custom tune ASAP. Get two maps done, one for the quiet exhaust and one for the loud exhaust but DO NOT let them do more than 3 runs at a time ...

duke63 wrote:Does the bike have the same steering traits as the 916 series? i.e very stable when cranked over but takes a little effort to turn?

As it has CF wheels it drops into corners very easily it takes a bit of getting used to TBH, it will be interesting when I get on track with it.

... A few years back on the bike trip down to Croatia I saw some guys putting something similar together in the sea.....they were having a nightmare getting it together lol.... Looks like a lot of fun :)

Looking at getting a second, newer Fireblade in 2016 and did a bit of looking around at bikes and decided to check what it would be like to insure in comparison to my older blade... Current blade: 2003 954cc valued at £3000 doing ...

Been flat out and not on the forum lately Blade so missed all this! Glad it went well mate and all the best for the recovery. Someone will be getting overcycle/overtime to cover you and there is always someone hungry enough to cover Christmas in my experience so fingers to work. Health first. ...

... and not set a pb blistering lap time. I realise that is some peoples aim and not knocking it, it's just not my motivation to go on track. If I'm getting my knee down and having fun in the corners I'm a happy chappy and not bothered about lap times.

... it & don't fight back the tears. You'll probably enjoy it far more, & it will be far better for you psychologically mate. (nod) I keep getting messages from mates who have been to see it, and enjoyed it. I may have to go myself at this rate. Like Avatar, I suspect this will have a better ...

... 2 or 3 times a year (can't remember how many) but apparently they do teach you the ropes. May get myself booked onto their track day first before getting into anything else. May try pushing for track next year. Part of me is worried because I don't want to cut up anyone or vise versa either. Could ...

Getting it done now means I should be good for on the bike in a month or two but well in time to enjoy a lot of 2016 on 2 wheels.

Which was more lucky than planning only found out I needed surgery 10 days ago.

... not going backwards it's taking your health and well being forwards. I did the same nearly 10 years ago now and have never regretted it one bit. Getting of the career ladder was the best thing i ever did in my career :? I now to go to work, to work not dig myself an early grave. Stress is not ...

... buy bikes with trade in and without and it's like pulling teeth. Emails are ignored and phone calls not returned. That's set me back in terms of getting a new one. I'll be riding mine over and trading it in the UK at some point in the first 6 months of next year hopefully. I went and chatted ...

... hear it went OK Blade. Like kwacky has said, don't let work be pushing you back or anything. At end of day you work hard and for long hours, you getting Christmas off was clearly meant to be. Wnjoynthe time with your family, that's what it's all about, and plus you only get one Christmas a year ...

Today I was working my last day of this year (well, paid work that is!), I'm now officially on my Crimbo hols until the New Year!
Of course there's a ton of stuff to be done at home to get ready for the big day, but none of it involves getting out of bed before dawn breaks.

Plenty of interest in trackdays so hopefully a few great days will be sorted for 2016. I m getting excited already.

Getting Sky linked up tomorrow

Sunday - GF will be nursing a hangover and I have TVAM so out for an observed ride for the morning. Suppose it will be a relaxing afternoon after that though

Yep, getting one and then riding it

Knee op is getting in the way of that but I would love too.

... allowing fans to enjoy both on and off track action in a way never previously possible. “These fundamental timetable changes will prove pivotal in getting WorldSBK fans closer to the action, both those in the grandstands and the millions watching live TV around the world. With more flexibility ...

Blade wrote:Sounds good Mick.

How long does it take to get it track ready and everything swapped over ?

I haven't tried it yet but the seat unit alone is a pain in the arse so it wont be quick. When I get some time ill try it.. when ever that may be something called Christmas is getting in the way.