September 9th, 2010, 03:43 PM | #1 |
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Any one else here like the Kat?
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.
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September 9th, 2010, 03:45 PM | #2 |
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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. |
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September 9th, 2010, 03:52 PM | #3 |
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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.
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September 9th, 2010, 03:54 PM | #4 |
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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. |
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September 9th, 2010, 04:41 PM | #5 |
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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... |
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September 9th, 2010, 04:46 PM | #6 |
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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?
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September 9th, 2010, 04:48 PM | #7 |
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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!
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September 9th, 2010, 05:52 PM | #8 |
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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. |
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September 9th, 2010, 05:55 PM | #9 |
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Kan-tuna's... When ever I hear the word, it makes me think of those funky 80's models.
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September 9th, 2010, 05:56 PM | #10 |
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why is it called Katana but have it as GSXF?
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September 9th, 2010, 06:17 PM | #11 |
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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.
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September 9th, 2010, 06:24 PM | #12 |
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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. |
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September 9th, 2010, 06:37 PM | #13 |
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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).
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September 9th, 2010, 06:49 PM | #14 | |
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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!
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September 9th, 2010, 07:29 PM | #15 |
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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.
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September 9th, 2010, 07:44 PM | #16 |
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Real men ride Katana's
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September 9th, 2010, 08:08 PM | #17 |
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I think they are so sexy.
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September 9th, 2010, 08:53 PM | #19 |
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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??
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September 10th, 2010, 05:52 AM | #20 |
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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....
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September 10th, 2010, 08:51 AM | #21 |
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September 13th, 2010, 07:45 PM | #22 |
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Kats are nice all around bikes, backroads or touring or commuting. not very sexy now but still a great bike.
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September 13th, 2010, 07:52 PM | #23 |
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Good looking bike but those front signals got to go
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September 13th, 2010, 08:04 PM | #24 |
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I have seen a couple Katanas an Busas set up as sport touring bikes. They were quite impressive.
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wickedly straight up and down windscreen
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September 14th, 2010, 11:24 AM | #26 | |
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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. |
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