Any one else here like the Kat?

JeffM · September 9th, 2010, 03:43 PM

I know folks are polarized about the Katana. Some think it is overstuffed pig, others like it as a good all-rounder. Opinions anyone?

I think the bike looks pretty good in black. Albeit a bit customized.

jcgirl · September 9th, 2010, 03:45 PM

Sorry Jeff,
I totally thought you were talking about the KitKat..... mmmm chocolate....

Sorry. I don't mind the look of the newer Katanas... don't know if I would ever own one though.

Snake · September 9th, 2010, 03:52 PM

Black makes everything look sexy... especialy a woman in a long black dress or teddy or... slaps self. Stop that Rick. Sorry don't know where my mind is right now.

Cab305 · September 9th, 2010, 03:54 PM

Yes I like Kit Kats too, no I don't like bloated bike design style.

My fav. KTM RC8 angles and edges so sharp, you'll cut yourself.
Same goes for the Trumpet 675.

AndyRavag3 · September 9th, 2010, 04:41 PM

Yes kitkats are good but cant beat cadburys, even though they have been taken over by an american company

anywaaay back on topic, i think they look ok though but as jcgirl said i prob wouldnt every buy one...

TrueFader · September 9th, 2010, 04:46 PM

that particular kat has a lot of aftermarket work dont to it just to make it look acceptable (rear cowl, fairing screens). Most people hate the banana seat on the back, currently covered up by a $100 piece of black plastic. and as far a performance, why get a katana 750 when any 600 will be faster lighter and better?

Blackwidow · September 9th, 2010, 04:48 PM

ohhh myyyy!

she is the first bike i had ever layed eyes on when i was 16 and fell in love with, she is the reason i am a rider today. she's soooo beautiful. i love her, i want to hold her, i want to ride her!

ChaosFromAbove · September 9th, 2010, 05:52 PM

it sorta reminds me of a busa...kinda like if a busa and a gsxr had sexual intercourse, this would b there baby.

I dont like busas...gsxrs are ok...so im gonna say i sorta like this bike, but mostly hate it lol.

HKr1 · September 9th, 2010, 05:55 PM

Kan-tuna's... When ever I hear the word, it makes me think of those funky 80's models.

Blackwidow · September 9th, 2010, 05:56 PM

why is it called Katana but have it as GSXF?

sombo · September 9th, 2010, 06:17 PM

Yah, I'm one of the few that like the Katanas looks. I personally don't like the newer style of bikes with all the sharp edges. Now the bikes are looking more and more like one another with sharp edge after sharp edge. I like smoother more rounded curves, it's just sexier. I'm also not interested in top end performance as long as it does what I need it to do. The only thing I'm not crazy about them is that they are air/oil cooled. In the hotter areas (like FL) that can become a little problematic. That type of bike needs to keep moving at a decent speed to stay cool. Get stuck in traffic in the heat, and you might as well just shut it off and walk the bike.

sombo · September 9th, 2010, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackwidow

why is it called Katana but have it as GSXF?

Because the model is GSXF600 and GFXF750. They gave them the name of Katana. Just like the ninja was a GPZ250 at one time, it's even on some of the older keys.

The Katana was replaced by the GSXF650 recently which is basically a Bandit with a new skin on it.

k-os · September 9th, 2010, 06:37 PM

I'm not a fan of the Katana's. They're huge and really remind me of Hyabusa's (which I really don't like).

JeffM · September 9th, 2010, 06:49 PM

Quote:

The only thing I'm not crazy about them is that they are air/oil cooled. In the hotter areas (like FL) that can become a little problematic. That type of bike needs to keep moving at a decent speed to stay cool. Get stuck in traffic in the heat, and you might as well just shut it off and walk the bike.

From what I hear they are pretty bulletproof.

Check out this epic adventure On a Katana from Colorado to Columbia that includes just about everything - landslides, running from the cops, sailboats, and a marriage!

Hadyn · September 9th, 2010, 07:29 PM

I don't mind the roundness on the outer edges of the fairings, but the round vents make it look like a children's toy, especially when there's no mesh there.

WindMeUp · September 9th, 2010, 07:44 PM

Real men ride Katana's

backinthesaddleagain · September 9th, 2010, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKr1

Kan-tuna's... When ever I hear the word, it makes me think of those funky 80's models.

Yeah I remember the 82?? model, pretty much out there, but cool.

CC Cowboy · September 9th, 2010, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKr1

Kan-tuna's... When ever I hear the word, it makes me think of those funky 80's models.

Quote:

Originally Posted by backinthesaddleagain

Yeah I remember the 82?? model, pretty much out there, but cool.

I've always loved the 82 Katanas. I've had two of them. They got me into racing.

I think they are so sexy.

backinthesaddleagain · September 9th, 2010, 08:53 PM

Back in the day the local dealer (closed years ago) won the Samurai award for Katana sales. The award was a sword on the wall. or was it shogun award??

spooph · September 10th, 2010, 05:52 AM

A brilliant bike! I almost had one for my first bike. Mechanically it's bulletproof and just kinda keeps running. Not the best looking/fastest/best handling out there, but who really needs or can utilize "the best" on the street? I think it's a great buy for anything you're willing to try on the street....

JeffM · September 10th, 2010, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

I've always loved the 82 Katanas. I've had two of them. They got me into racing.

I think they are so sexy.

Best looking '82 ever!

Dano · September 13th, 2010, 07:45 PM

Kats are nice all around bikes, backroads or touring or commuting. not very sexy now but still a great bike.

bob706 · September 13th, 2010, 07:52 PM

Good looking bike but those front signals got to go

Sailariel · September 13th, 2010, 08:04 PM

I have seen a couple Katanas an Busas set up as sport touring bikes. They were quite impressive.

backinthesaddleagain · September 13th, 2010, 08:08 PM

wickedly straight up and down windscreen

Flow · September 14th, 2010, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChaosFromAbove

it sorta reminds me of a busa...kinda like if a busa and a gsxr had sexual intercourse, this would b there baby.

I dont like busas...gsxrs are ok...so im gonna say i sorta like this bike, but mostly hate it lol.

A Busa is a GSXR. (GSX-R1300)

On-topic, I don't really care for the Katana. It's one of the bikes I considered after selling my 650R. I took it on the road and it felt like a huge downgrade. Looks, performance, handling. I felt way less safe on the Katana. I hate it, but that's just me.

sombo · September 14th, 2010, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flow

A Busa is a GSXR. (GSX-R1300)

On-topic, I don't really care for the Katana. It's one of the bikes I considered after selling my 650R. I took it on the road and it felt like a huge downgrade. Looks, performance, handling. I felt way less safe on the Katana. I hate it, but that's just me.

Incorrect, the Busa is not a GSXR. It is a GSX-1300R which allows it some sort of discount on insurance through a loophole of being a sport-tourer or something instead of a super sport.

September 9th, 2010, 03:43 PM	#1
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September 9th, 2010, 04:48 PM	#7
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September 9th, 2010, 05:56 PM	#10
Blackwidow ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paulette Location: . Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	why is it called Katana but have it as GSXF? __________________________________________________ sometimes I aim to please, but mostly I shoot to kill

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WindMeUp Small Bike Abuser Name: Stevo Location: Seattle Wa Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R SE, GSX650FK8, DL650K5, CH80K2, AN400K7, SH150i Posts: 95	Real men ride Katana's __________________________________________________ If you are "Too Cool" to be seen on a scooter...you're a Poser

September 10th, 2010, 05:52 AM	#20
spooph ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Spooph Location: Golden, CO Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Oct '15	A brilliant bike! I almost had one for my first bike. Mechanically it's bulletproof and just kinda keeps running. Not the best looking/fastest/best handling out there, but who really needs or can utilize "the best" on the street? I think it's a great buy for anything you're willing to try on the street.... __________________________________________________ My therapist has 2 wheels and a seat. If you are ever in doubt to my tone, please refer to my avatar.

September 9th, 2010, 03:45 PM	#2
jcgirl ninjette.org guru Name: Jenn Location: Victoria Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): Bot Posts: 295	Sorry Jeff, I totally thought you were talking about the KitKat..... mmmm chocolate.... Sorry. I don't mind the look of the newer Katanas... don't know if I would ever own one though.

September 9th, 2010, 03:52 PM	#3
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Black makes everything look sexy... especialy a woman in a long black dress or teddy or... slaps self. Stop that Rick. Sorry don't know where my mind is right now.

September 9th, 2010, 03:54 PM	#4
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	Yes I like Kit Kats too, no I don't like bloated bike design style. My fav. KTM RC8 angles and edges so sharp, you'll cut yourself. Same goes for the Trumpet 675.

September 9th, 2010, 04:41 PM	#5
AndyRavag3 ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Aberdeen Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): None yet - Hopefully a ninjette when I get my licence :D Posts: 33	Yes kitkats are good but cant beat cadburys, even though they have been taken over by an american company anywaaay back on topic, i think they look ok though but as jcgirl said i prob wouldnt every buy one...

September 9th, 2010, 04:46 PM	#6
TrueFader ninjette.org member Name: Chris Location: California Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): '08 250 Posts: 129	that particular kat has a lot of aftermarket work dont to it just to make it look acceptable (rear cowl, fairing screens). Most people hate the banana seat on the back, currently covered up by a $100 piece of black plastic. and as far a performance, why get a katana 750 when any 600 will be faster lighter and better?

September 9th, 2010, 05:52 PM	#8
ChaosFromAbove Money is a drug. Name: Chaos Location: South Jersey Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2011 ZX-6r, 2010 250r (RIP) Posts: 251	it sorta reminds me of a busa...kinda like if a busa and a gsxr had sexual intercourse, this would b there baby. I dont like busas...gsxrs are ok...so im gonna say i sorta like this bike, but mostly hate it lol.

September 9th, 2010, 05:55 PM	#9
HKr1 IC2(SW) Name: Kerry Location: Pensacola Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: A lot.	Kan-tuna's... When ever I hear the word, it makes me think of those funky 80's models.

September 9th, 2010, 06:17 PM	#11
sombo Newb..... on a steeek! :D Name: Mike Location: Windermere, FL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Harley Davidson XL883L Sportster Superlow Posts: A lot.	Yah, I'm one of the few that like the Katanas looks. I personally don't like the newer style of bikes with all the sharp edges. Now the bikes are looking more and more like one another with sharp edge after sharp edge. I like smoother more rounded curves, it's just sexier. I'm also not interested in top end performance as long as it does what I need it to do. The only thing I'm not crazy about them is that they are air/oil cooled. In the hotter areas (like FL) that can become a little problematic. That type of bike needs to keep moving at a decent speed to stay cool. Get stuck in traffic in the heat, and you might as well just shut it off and walk the bike.

September 9th, 2010, 06:37 PM	#13
k-os ninjette.org sage Name: Andy Location: Sheboygan, WI Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 1988 Honda Hawk NT650, 1989 Honda Hawk NT650, 1997 GSXR750 Track Bike Posts: 890	I'm not a fan of the Katana's. They're huge and really remind me of Hyabusa's (which I really don't like).

September 9th, 2010, 07:29 PM	#15
Hadyn ninjette.org member Name: Andrew Location: Fairfax, VA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '06 Yellow 250r Posts: 211	I don't mind the roundness on the outer edges of the fairings, but the round vents make it look like a children's toy, especially when there's no mesh there.

September 9th, 2010, 08:53 PM	#19
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Back in the day the local dealer (closed years ago) won the Samurai award for Katana sales. The award was a sword on the wall. or was it shogun award??

September 13th, 2010, 07:45 PM	#22
Dano ninjette.org sage Name: Dan Location: Perryopolis, PA Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09' Blue Ninja 250R and 07' Honda 919 Posts: 605	Kats are nice all around bikes, backroads or touring or commuting. not very sexy now but still a great bike.

September 13th, 2010, 07:52 PM	#23
bob706 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Mary Esther, FL Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 1998 HD Road King Posts: A lot.	Good looking bike but those front signals got to go

September 13th, 2010, 08:04 PM	#24
Sailariel ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Alex Location: Belfast, ME Join Date: Jul 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Honda NT-700-V, formerly, Green 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	I have seen a couple Katanas an Busas set up as sport touring bikes. They were quite impressive.

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