The Hayabusa was my first bike, that bike taught me discipline and how to ride. I'm not a fan of buying 4 bikes to get to the bike I want, but that's just me.
My wife and I won''t ride any other bike. From our experience, the Hayabusa is the PERFECT bike to learn on due to the size and comfort. We both had our bikes lowered, and my bike is stretched. The comfort in OUR OPINION, is perfect for US. Other readers will have different OPINIONS. This is just from our experience with the busa. Maturity is 99.9% when riding ANY BIKE. But when your first bike is a Busa, you have to respect the power and use all levels of COMMON SENSE
Christopher Smith well said my man. Appreciate you checking out the video and leaving a comment. So many people don't quite have the maturity level to respect bikes of any size.
Joshawa Gardner yes you do have to take the MSF course in order to get an endorsement. I actually rode a Yamaha TW200 because the Honda rebel was too small for me. That’s what everyone else was riding on during my course
Sounds like you respected your bike. Not sure if you noticed but most people that have commented have started out on smaller bikes and worked up. But there are a few like you that started out on one of the biggest bikes out there and haven't had issues. Thanks for sharing.
602_Busa No, you make valid points. I have the mentality to respect the bike and know that I can ALWAYS improve. I had my basics down but yes you are correct this bike has no forgiveness, ready to kill kill kill. Great vid, nonetheless!
The *real* trouble with the Hayabusa besides it's weight, size, & power for a newbie is insurance cost. If you have no or little riding experience on motorcycles & are young the insurance will be sky high on powerful bikes like the busa. Many used Hayabusas are being sold with low miles on them because the previous owners could not afford the insurance payments. Happy post Halloween.
sweetcostarica depends on where you live. Each state has different insurance quotes. If you lived in a congested state, yes. If you live in a state with less population, no.
You maybe right Jamaal. If that is true then good news for the few young people that live in the country. *But for most young people* who live in & love the city, they best take the old & wise advice of the video maker above: - Buy smaller at first for learning & making mistakes with low cost insurance. This advise is wise because: 1. It saves lives. 2. It saves parents from more than normal worry. 3. It saves money.
Remember our advice (video & most above comments) are for smart riders. Edit: I am not saying you are not smart CrypticApathy as I am pretty sure you carry insurance on your motorcycle..
I brought 2 Hayabusa's, one for my wife and one for myself. And the Hayabusa is our first bike. It's all on the individual. We've never had a bad experience.
Sounds like you have respect for the bike and what it can do. Wish more people out there had that attitude. Thanks for sharing, now I gotta get my wifey on a busa whether she likes it or not.
Good for you Christopher Smith. I too bought my dream bike, the bike that I wanted as my first bike. ZX14R. There are 2 kinds of people in the bike world; those whom are idiots and those that respect the bike, ride at your level and not try riding were you are not comfortable, don't do stupid shit and ensure to obey the fundamentals at all times. Others that comment here come as haters either because they couldn't or cant afford the bike you have. Ride safe and look ahead in the curves. This channel guy says "I" so much that I'm lead to believe that he's in love with himself.
You can break the first group into those who say they "had to lay it down" and those who own up to making mistakes. Also, laying down a 600 isnt any less dangerous than laying down a busa, the busa is just easier for novice riders to make a mistake on, if novices get ahold of a busa and treat it carefully and respectively they should be fine,
My first bike was a hayabusa. No issues. It truly is all about maturity and respecting the bike. I have nothing to compare it to, because it's what I learned on. I think if you've only rode 600s, you may be more prone to messing up if you treat that 1300 like a 600. But I also see your point in that generally speaking, a person may want to start smaller. I later rode both a gxsr600 and 1000 for a friend needing help relocating those bikes, and those bikes were not comfortable at all. I'm 6-3, 250lbs.
Christopher Bell you are in an elite group to be able to handle the busa as a first scooter. Most folks aren’t mature so I’d rather say in a video where hundred of people are watching to be careful and not start on a big bike
Christopher bell my first bike also happens to be a hayabusa, I've got it new in 2016,took some time for me to really adjust to it,started off first couple months in c mode,then ofcourse went to b for a few weeks ,been in a mode since!took the slow roll with it because I had only rode a bike twice,it happen to be a 600,I'm only 5'7 155,so really it's all on the person learning and respecting that power until you really learn it
I'm 5' 8" 130 lbs. I can flat foot my Busa and it's not really heavy but really balanced. I prefer riding it over my GSXR 1000 it's taller in height so I have to be careful when stopping on uneven ground. Love the Busa!
Hi! I'm about the same in dimensions as you and have a 50cc supermotard (bored to 80cc). I've driven it many times though not doing more than 10 miles in travel distance each time. Never done wheelies, never done stoppies and things like that as I'm too scared. I really like the 'Busa and I think that I will be able to ride it. but what do you think given my knowledge of the basics of driving (even with my small supermoto...) and being careful?
My 1st bike was a 2005 Hayabusa. Well my 1st sport bike was a Hayabusa. I loved it fr. I remember after leaving the dealership and hit the main roads having to pull over cause it was insane on the power it had. Thought i was hyperventilating in my helmet. My nerves where totalled. I got use to it tho.
When I was 17, I saw a guy on a Hayabusa sitting at a 7/11. I went up and talked to him about his Hayabusa, and told him I wanted one for my first sport bike. He immediately, but very calmly, and logically, told me that I should not buy a Hayabusa. He told me that he could take off in 2nd gear, because his engine had so much power. He went on to say that the bike is wretched excess in every way and it would be a terrible idea to get one, without getting a smaller sportbike first. That guy really made me understand, and I bought a 600cc bike. Thank God I gave up on the Hayabusa dream (until I got older) because modern 600's are also too much (for the street).
You can start out on a Hayabusa just keep it in C till your ready to go to B then A...... instead of buying a 300 than a 600 then a 1K.... this way you almost have the three bikes in one
Thats one way to do it. My only concern with that is the weight/bulk of the bike. Some people can't handle the sheer mass of the bike. Unfortunately you can't lessen the weight and size by switching the modes.
Stryker chan that's true but the older busa doesn't have that luxury so you basically get all the power at first hand, I have a year 2000 busa and it does the whole 225 MPH like nothing
Then make sure you get a 08 plus Busa with the ab&c options bottom line it's about not having to buy and sell two or three bikes because you've already gotten over the them after a short time of owning them and your sick of all your buds on 1k's flying by you........but ya be safe
Ya ok dude, yeah you should buy 3 different bikes before you actually get the bike you want. Not everyone has that kind of money , That's just dumb. Use the modes , keep off busy streets for the first 2000 miles and don't listen to this crap, just take it easy. You can kill your self on any bike. I learned on a busa 6 years ago and I'm still alive.
great advice. I bought a brand new 05 Honda 600rr as my first bike at age 37. I kept it for 2 years before it was stolen. Never abused, never dropped kept clean, and at 9,000 miles on it it still had the original back tire awesome video. Thank you.
I would have to disagree with you 100%. As my 1st bike was a 2008 Suzuki hayabusa. And I'm still riding it like a king 9 years later. Like the Other reader wrote this is totally situational based on knowledge of bikes and respect of bikes. It's not the size that kills. It's the fool that kills themselves. The hayabusa in my opinion is the greatest sport bike ever made. And as long as you respect the machine for what it is. This should be your 1st and only sport bike.
Thanks for taking the time out to watch the video. I agree where you say it's situational, and that it depends on the rider. However like you said if you don't respect the power of the bike, it can get you into alot of trouble. For someone who doesn't respect the power of the bike, which I think we can agree on is the majority of NEW riders, I would still stand behind what I said. I wouldn't reccommend a new rider to buy a Hayabusa as a first bike. Not sure if you watched the whole vid but the rest of it goes into that. Let me know what you think.
I seriously, sincerely hope that people aren't reading these comments thinking that a 200hp motorcycle is a "first bike." I almost don't believe these comments. I owned 20 motorcycles, and had a ZX-6R 600cc Ninja for 10 years, before ever even riding a Hayabusa, and the Hayabusa felt so fast, that it was scarier, and more ridiculously over powered than anything you can ever imagine. If I had driven a Hayabusa when I was in my 20's, I would have died for sure. I had a man who owned a Hayabusa tell me NOT to buy one as my first sportbike. Even though I had a lot of riding experience at the time, and owned a streetbike, he told me that it's not a good idea. I listened to him, and that man saved my life. Wait until you don't think you need a Hayabusa. And once you don't think you need one, then you'll have enough experience with riding, to know that you can handle it. If you think you need a Hayabusa, it means you haven't ridden at a 600cc Ninja at wide open throttle. Try that first, and then try to justify a Hayabusa. You really can't.
That's a fair assessment. I owned a ZX6R, then a ZX10R and now I ride a 1999 Busa witch I absolutely love. Before riding mine I bought into the myth, however I soon descovered that Hayabusa is quite a civilized motorcycle. Respect it and it will treat you well.
I think it's situational. My first bike was a Hayabusa. I really think that my experience with manual cars helped me understand throttle control if that makes sense. Also I am 6'4" 285lbs and there was no way in the world I was going to buy a 250 or 300 lol they max out at what like 80mph well with my big arse on there you could say 60mph lol. There's a lot of great points for either side you want to stand on with this topic. Some people get all butt hurt about it when we are all grown people and are entitled to our own opinions, and will do what we please regardless so why get mad? Nice vid bro
i bought my first car and it had 600hp, still own it and didnt even curbed a wheel. I now want to start with bikes and a hayabusa for summer driving. I think starting at the top is the way to go! You repect it more.
I'm the same height and weight as you, and I bought a 82 Yamaha Seca 650 brand new in the box that was stored in a warehouse for 10 years, so it was under warranty when I got it in 1992. I still think it was the best overall, most useful and easy to ride bike I ever owned. Of all my bikes I've owned and sold I wish I never sold that one. It wasn't the fastest, lightest or best handling, but it was pretty good at a lot of things. With a comfortable seat and riding position I put in a lot of 400 plus mile days on that bike. I couldn't do that on my VMAX or my ZX11.
At 50 i bought the 2008 orange Hayabusa and used it for my drivers license test as my first bike. Loved my bike, it was perfectly balanced for my size and weight 6'2" 250 lbs. Im waiting for the next gen bike.
Yes and no. I had ridden a few dirt bikes as a kid (I'm talking mini-bike size) but my first street bike was a very-modified Hayabusa. I think it is a matter of maturity as much as anything. I happened to be 36 at the time and had experienced a really bad car accident a decade earlier (I'm talking coma followed by months in the hospital learning to walk and such). Because of that experience and my age I was a little more careful than many riders might be on their first motorcycle. I only rode it late at night around neighborhoods for about a month until I got used to the power, the handling, etc.. Then I slowly ventured out during the day. That was 13 years ago and I've had several bikes in the garage (now just the original 'Busa and a M109R). I guess I wouldn't recommend it for someone with a lead foot or, in this case, a lead wrist. Just my two pennies.
M McBride really appreciate the response. I too have a busa and an M109r. Glad to see that you are better after what you have been thru. I assumed most of my viewers were younger hence I just say no to try and discourage immature riders. You should check out my “why busa bros ride m109r” videos
I'm 5'5.5" and my first bike was gen 1 busa in USA. I had some close calls even after being watchful. Fortunately nothing happened. The bike got stolen after 6 years from my apartment complex parking lot. I had some awesome memories with it, I travelled solo from Reno to Oklahoma in 3 days on it. First day I covered 800 miles and another 800 in next 2 days. I also travelled from Oklahoma to St Louis and back. I missed it. So finally after 5 years of it being stolen, I got a gen 3 busa. Now I have my own house so the busa stays safely in the garage.
I'm getting my first Hayabusa this Summer. My previous experience is by riding Honda Shadow VT750S (2012) for two summers. This video was very helpful! In the end it's all about being smart and humble with the gas and respecting the rules of the road to get you safe to your destination
"Smart" and "humble" are not elements of learning how to ride. Dumb people can learn how to ride. And arrogant people can learn how to ride. Motorcycle riding is a VERY counter-intuitive skill set- just about everything works the opposite way that lay people think it works. Without substantial formal rider training, most motorcyclists never really learn how to ride.
Solid advice and I like the fact you recognize the issue with other reviewers being biased in their opinions due to their physical build. Personally I started off on a busa. New off the floor with zero riding experience. But I have a healthy respect for the bikes ability and knew my limitations. Can you start off on a busa? Absolutely. Should you? Absolutely. BUT this is only true if you admit to your limits and aren’t out to show off and only you know if you’re that type of rider.
You are right, 602_Busa. It is like wild horse just for expert riders. 20 years ago, I rode the Yamaha DT 125 for 5 years and now I'm going for my dream: The Busa. Thanks for this video. Greetings from Dominican Republic.
Busa owner here. The thing that pisses me off about the Hayabusa is not the bike itself rather the perception that supposedly petrolheads/car/bike enthusiasts have about the bike, since a lot of these dudes are revving the crap out of their "mean machine" (albeit it may be a fast bike or a really fast car) when I'm stopped at a light, like I have to prove something. I really like to crash their dreams by accelerating gently and going at the same speed as the traffic around me while they're super commited in having a drag race with themselves. Can I beat 95% of these people? yes. Do I want to? not really
Ive have owned my busa for ten years now, which is a 2008 and i love it .You just need to respect what this bike is capable of.I have never tried my bike in C or B mode ever, it's been in A mode from the day i picked her up.You just have to be very careful if you buy a busa for your first bike .But after time when you master this beast,you will never want another bike but the BUSA
Ya you're absolutely right... Inexperience rider shouldn't play with Busa... Coz this Busa is a beast on the road... thats why I luv this bike so much.
@@602Busa but yo fr tho I was going to get a busa for a first bike but I saw what you said and the comment section and tbh I'll go for an actual starter bike
Ik i'm commenting on a 6 yr old video, but wtv. 16 yr old here, I don’t even have a starter motorcycle license or anything, but this does seem like it would be nice. Considering my demeanor and how I was raised, I could probably do it. Just ride with extreme caution lol, I wouldn't even touch public roads for the first week maybe. Stay wayy low in the rev range for the most part, and don’t give to temptation. Listen to advice and tips (other than the obvious one of getting a smaller bike lol). I could see it being good as it teaches you to respect the power, even down low. Teaches you to not do stupid shit and attempt to crack open early, or downshift mid corner lol. Its also more comfortable than a lot of bikes Considering its leaning towards sport-touring. Also because of the torquay grunt, it's less dangerous since it's linear and doesn't just spontaneously go from 'this sucks' to 'I'm in a coma now, but if I wasn’t, i'd say this sucks' like a liter bike or even a 600. Also considering it's 550-ish lbs if its 1gen, that seems pretty ok for smth with the same engine that could be put in a peppy sport sedan. Overall, don’t fly too close to the sun and you'll hopefully be fine.
I went from a Honda 500 to a Ninja 1000 within 8 months. I got used to the speed and went with an FJR1300 a few years later. Now I'm on a Goldwing. The progression to a larger CC was good. Now I want a second bike. Looking at a Busa or a ZX14.
well im busa biased so dont ask me to reccommend something for you. I personally don't like the 4 eyed look of the zx14 but you can't argue with the power.
I'm only about 5'7" or so and I had a Yamaha FJR-1300 sport touring bike which weighed in at over 600 lbs I believe. Being short working with that heavy of a bike was somewhat scary until I got on it for the ride. As soon as I gained forward momentum, that was one of the most well balanced bikes I had ever ridden and it was fast. My only problem riding was coming to a stop where I had to put my right foot down while leaning the bike slightly because of my short legs. By the time if fell over with me for the fourth time, I decided to sell it and at no time did I ever dump it because of doing something stupid, I just wan't strong enough.
Rumple Stiltskin thanks for sharing your experience. Most people will try to soldier on and make the bike work. Some people have done it to a degree of success. But most end up worse. Glad you decided to do what’s best for you.
My 1st bike was a 2002 Busa , had been on a lot of powerful bike before I bought mine , but the Busa was the most powerful! I'm 6'1 and was 225 at the time, wasn't gone buy a little 600 then trade it in 6 months later.... it was the right choice, great bike
I bought a new Hayabusa as my first motorcycle. I used it for everything from getting my motorcycle endorsement, to earning my expert road racing license on it.
Nice review.same thing here I had learned to ride my 600 katana for a long time before I got my dream bike which is my 2014 Bussa.yeah man still breaking it it in.remember this bike was built for one thing in mind speed.fastest I had it up to was 165 and it still wanted to go more.you never stop learning even at 15 years of riding.
chris mueller I did about the same and didn’t realize it until I looked at the speedo. Once you get used to riding it, you can really being going triple digits and not realize it. So smooth.
telling someone not to buy a hayabusa for their first bike is like saying a harley isn't a good bike for first time riders.Get what you can afford learn how to live.
I've been riding for about 10 years and bought and still own a 2k6 Katana 600. This spring I'm upgrading to either a Hayabusa or Z1000. Your advice, in my opinion, is spot on. You can find a forgiving bike used if you're just starting out to learn properly, then upgrade. I plan on owning all 3 at some point to have a decent variety of street bikes. Great review and solid info!
I don't think getting an extremely high powered bike for your first is really a bad thing. You just need to take it slow at first. I do however think you should start on a smaller, less expensive bike due to a high likelihood of crashing. It definitely would be tempting to go full power though.
It's always tempting. Ask anyone and they would tell you that they would rather have the power and not need it, instead of not having the power and needing it. But I agree, anyone can handle a powerful bike once they develop the proper technique. There is difference between being comfortable on the bike, and knowing how to ride a bike.
Busas are solid bikes, and i feel like they would be a better starter than a liter bike... I started on a Vstar 650 (shit i know lol), went to a CBR600F4i, then to a Busa, then to a Vulcan 2000 (884 lb wet weight made the busa feel light AF) then to an Fz1 and finally on to a GL1500. So I have had the chance to own a good variety of bikes, If you are getting in to riding, and want a cruiser, dont bother with small bikes at all, if you want a sport bike, just dont start on a liter bike. If you have to start on a busa, upgrade the seat, grips and maybe even pegs BEFORE any performance mods... Busas can be extremely comfy for longer rides and you will appreciate comfort mods alot sooner than you will be able to appreciate performance mods.
I've a pretty new rider but I have ridden over 3K miles. Most of them on my CBR300R...I love that little thing...so nimble. Recently, I got a '14 VFR800FD, '19 CBR500R, '20 Benelli TNT135 (think Grom) and 13' Yoshimura LE GSX-R 600. For a little while, yes, I have 5 bikes. Riding is one of the very best things I've ever done. Just frees the soul. However, you have to have...and I have and will continue to have a very healthy respect for any bike I ride. I know my skill level and I don't push my limits while I'm out of the street...I'm cautious. At 50 I want to be riding for many many more years. Much of what 'Busa said in this video is so true. I'm 5'6 160+lbs (yes, should be 140lbs or less) and the VFR800 is a heavy bike but handles like a dream. I don't know about how a 'Busa would handle for me but I'm seriously considering trading in the VFR800, CBR500R, and GSX-R 600 for either a 'Busa or a ZX-14R. Besides the VFR800FD those are the two bikes I've always wanted. I think I could ride them but the weight of these bikes for someone my size is certainly a cause for consideration. You have to be mature, cautious, and respect whatever bike you're on but you also have to be able to physically control the bike WELL...and that includes low speed maneuvering where the weight will certainly be a factor. That is one reason why I wouldn't recommend something in this weight class as someone's first bike but different strokes for different folks.
I'm 6ft 270lb. I started on a Yamaha Raider 2 years ago it's a 1900cc cruiser and 730lbs. The Raider has a ton of torque and I was a bit scared on the first ride. But the more you ride your machine the more you know what she likes and what she doesn't like. I plan to get a Busa aswell. I think you can start on any bike you just have to ride at your skill level. Take it slow and know your limits. Respect the bike! There will always be someone better and faster than you the moment you realize this is when you start to enjoy motorcycles for ride and not for how fast you can get from A to B. Although going fast is fun too sometimes i take the Raider to 130mph but there is a time an place for it.
Ramon Perez I can only speak for the person that just doesn’t respect bikes as a whole. It’s easy to tell someone to start off slow and know your limits, when they have no idea what the bike is capable of. Nor does the rider.
Raider owner here mines tuned and cammed and it puts down well over 150 just picked up a zx 14 so far the transition is not that hard because a raider wants to rip you off as soon as you pin it my zx is WAY faster but it doesn’t try to tear me off the seat like the raider
Aloha bro great video new sub here in Hawaii...Here's a funny busa story in 2008 I worked at a motorcycle dealership and it was the first time I was really around motorcycles on a daily basis....I got a chance to ride everything from big dirt bikes to Honda 954's GIXXER 750 even a few cruisers...one day we took in a busa on trade and my manager asked me if I wanted to take it out for a spin...having confidence from all the riding I was doing the months and months prior I was like hell yeah I always wanted to ride a busa...he tells me before you take it out on the road ride it around the parking lot first just to make sure your comfortable...(I'll never forget what he said) his exact words were "this is a lot of bike and nothing to be taken lightly she's unforgiving (when you said that in Your video it reminded me of this day) anyway to try and keep this short as possible I keyed up and went one round around the parking lot... next thing I did was park it back where it was and haven't been on one since 😂😂😂 it's been 10 years and I currently ride a GIXXER 600 but I will get back on that busa (horse) soon lol
Haha GREAT story! I’m sure you will get on another busa one day. Once you get past the “fear” of what the bike can do it will make you more comfortable. It’s like embracing the dark side lol.
My 1st bike was a 2015 Z650 and promptly swapped sprockets to get 62-ish torque. Just saved a 1st Gen Hayabusa from scrap yard and am doing a complete restore. Will be getting the frame x-rayed soon, just to be sure it can handle 300hp and 200mph.
I was a dirt/enduro national juniors and -15 champion on 250cc xr honda. When i got 18 i got as a present an 04 r1. Ive been over 14 supersport bikes during those 12yrs all for street purpose some track days but nothing serious. Competition days are over. We got old. Then last yr i tried a bone stock 2010 gen2 dark blue busa. What a lovely machine. Fuelling is perfect throttle is amazing and the feeling is almost like an 05 gsxr 1000 in matters of handling. I am a jockey rider 1.75 63kg. I believe yes is a nimble bike for a beginner but its got 3 major factors that newbies might find scary. Despite the weight which it aint really a factor busas are prone to use rear brake very often. A missmatch throttle control with rear brake or a downshift the bike will drift and if you cant bring it up will fall dangerously. Second its power its deceiving its a machine 12.1 compression yet its nimble but you dont know is speeding until you already do 110miles. Unless is modified then a 230kgs bird going up with first second gear is not proper for a newbie. Third position. Is more extended than a traditional newbie bike therefore the center of thr weight shifts in front more. Locking ur wrists and makes steering more demanding. So yeah is possible to use a busa for a first bike but not for everyone.. Cool review man keep em coming
Sector O thanks so much for the reply. Sounds like you have a lot of experience with riding. Glad to see that I’m not too far off in thinking what I’m thinking about this bike. Yes you can ride it as a newbie. But there are plenty of other bikes out there more suited to the task.
No. It's like giving a S+W 500 magnum revolver to your 90lb girlfriend and expecting good things to happen. Thanks for making a sensible video. Too many morons make videos about how they bought a GSXR 1000 for their first ride and did fine but I guarantee they never learn how to use that bike properly. 1st bike? But a beater for the first season or two and sell it when you are ready and another new rider can use the beater. There are plenty of old bikes that still run well.
FlyBaby agreed 100%. There are so many things you can learn by starting on a smaller bike. America is one of the few countries that don’t have restrictions on starting on larger cc bikes.
Sometime, instinct will get you out from a nasty situation you've gotten yourself into. But to form your instinct you need experience. Never start on a bike that doesn't allow you to build your instinct.
Here is a good one to see if you are a good judge of the busa, top speed flying towards a crossroad,you pull those brakes and see if you stop where expected!
I was going to buy a zx14 because of all the abundant tech to keep you safe, but finally decided to get me a Hayabusa, cant say no to all that raw power, and yes, I think you need to be experienced to handle a Hayabusa.
Current busa has better tech than zx14r anyway. And lighter n cheaper, but slower. That's understandable tho when youre talking about a difference of 100ccs
Good video and for many, great advice. My 1st bike was to be a 1000cc but I let people talk me out of it and I purchased the 650 Kawasaki Versys. I rode it for 2 years before buying my ZX14. I attribute my handling and control of my ZX14 to the two years spent riding the Versys 650. Best advice is to respect the bike, practice throttle / clutch control and get to know the bike. I sat on the busa and it is no where near as comfortable as the ZX14. ZX14 rules.
I rode a 750 one time then got on my dad's 1st gen hayabusa modded. I rode his. Bike for 7 years and I took it slow. I got my bike the 2nd gen hayabusa and I love it. But riding the 750 once helped with the class. Then I was good. But what you are saying is very true. Nice.
Much appreciated man. I hope people don't get the wrong impression on this video, People think that starting off slow means that your scared or much less of a man or something. Thanks for sharing!
602_Busa I was a little nervous plus it was my dad's bike. But after getting time I'm better. I'm still learning tricks lol but hopefully soon. Keep posting.
Started on a 600 for 1 year and want to move to a liter or hayabusa for comfort/sport and less vibration! The power isn't a problem if u can't handle the power don't ride period! Pr0blem is insurance and bike weight as I'm only 5'7 150 lbs. Hayabusa looks very big and fat (but nice) only problem is at a stand still don't want to tip a heavy bike over... anything is easy once it's in motion. Maybe I just need to start lifting? Just think im too short!!
Randy Lee lol trust me if it was only about the power I wouldn’t have made this video. It’s kinda like that saying great power comes with great responsibility. Insurance is high, cost of repairs are high. The weight of the bike is high. My point is as a beginner, why ad all the extra stress of riding something to you can’t take full advantage of? But ya as far being short that’s not too bad. Just make sure you don’t skip leg day lol
Hayabusas are excellent first bikes especially for people between the ages of sixteen and twentyfive. I've found that when playing Russian roulette it's better to be the first person.
Steven Curry I guess that’s one way to describe it. I guess playing Russian roulette with a busa at 16 is the same as playing Russian roulette with a gun at 16?
Worse because i never knew any 16 year old's that would play Russian roulette however i had two friends in high school two years in a row who bought "bad ass" bikes for their first bikes and i went to funerals two years in a row and their bikes were just a 900 and a 1200.
Oh yeah there was three and that guy was 20 and it was on a gpz550 almost forgot about him. So many things can happen when you are riding but it's inexperience that statistically compounds it and all it takes is a drink to seal it.
Thanks for sharing this. Thats the only point I'm making and glad that you agree. If your inexperienced, it's probably best you don't starting riding a bigger bike. Not saying that you can't do it. But it's just another factor on whether you wreck or not.
I was gifted ZX 10R for my 18th birthday and I crashed it 1 week later ! Then I got an R15 V2, I was happy with it too.... My father is now driving the ZX 10R
That thing is a BEAST!!! I rode my friends 2008 on the Hwy in a straight line till 4 th gear. OMG!!! there is so much torque anytime, anywhere! I don't know how fast I was travelling but I can tell you it was cruisng and I backed off. Scared the you know what outta me, lol!Great bike not a fit for me comfortably being 6'3'' tall. I felt cramped. I agree. Do not get this as a first bike. Why? Cause it will bring you a world hurt if you don't actually realize what your riding. Respect Boss man, lol!That torque is addicting I must say...
I Love Susuki's Well Over Yamahas And Kawasakis..... My First One Was A Katana 600, And My Last One Was A Hayabusa..... So I Progressed Lil By Lil, And It's Not Much Of A Difference Except In The Acceleration And Top Speed U Can Actually Get On One...... But At The End It All Comes Down To Knowing How To Control One At Ur Own Discretion. I For One Don't Have And Never Had Any Issues With Mynes...... Nice Video Homie! Accolades And Keep Making Instructional Videos!
Damien Cavlierri much appreciated my man. And I totally agree you gotta have self control to ride a bike like this. Or any bike. Speaking which, do you like Suzuki over Honda????
Check this out. I went from a Suzuki Burgman 650 scooter (love It) to a hayabusa busa! the most important thing about a busa to me is throttle control. The Busa's throttle response power is like whoa.....right now! it's all about respecting the beast and making use of your common sense. and keep that bad boy in "C" mode for at least the first few thousand miles. that'll give you time and the experience to get used to the overall feel and power of the beast.
A Burgman! Never had the chance to ride one but I remember I got passed by one on my Ninja250 not knowing what it was lol. Thanks for sharing and glad to see you ended up with the busa for life.
I just got my license (at age 32) for all bikes. I've only rode 50cc supermotos and scooters before and I fell in love with the VFR 800. I asked all of my rider friends and all of the instructors who taught me and there is always two views: - Try lower cc bikes to learn how to ride with confidence and then go for a bigger one - Sit on the bike you want, treat it with respect, you will learn more easily because you WANT to learn how to ride that SPECIFIC bike. I choose the second path. After only a few months of riding I can say that I have no regrets. I ride cautious, but not paranoid and only do maneuvers that I am 120% sure of. I think the same would go for a Hayabusa. Yes there is LOTS of power, yes there is weight, yes it can be deadly, but as many said before, if you treat it with respect it can be the best experience.
My first was a hayabusa. Still have it. 2004 to present. All comes down to respecting the bike. If you take risks on the bike, expect to drop it at some point. I have never dropped mine (knock on wood).
Well I really love the Hayabusa. I can't stop thinking of that bike :D but I don't know if I should buy it. But I want it! I'm used to ride a GSX-R 1000. Well every time i see videos of Hayabusas, I just see you guys riding straight forward. In Germany we love corners! We actually avoid highways and riding straight forward for a long distance. We love to throw the bike to the left, from the left to the right and back to the left corner. So I'm not sure if I would miss my GSX-R too much. And i don't have the money for owning 2 bikes!
They really are so much easier to ride than a superbike. I race fast bikes. The best street bike I ever rode was an 08 stock Busa with the rear shock in its lowest ride height . Felt like a fast Cadillac. My R1M and Aprilia rsv4 rf are viscous. MY Aprilia is currently being built and tuned but will weigh under 400llbs and have 215 hp.
I seriously want to track an RSV4 when i grow up. I agree with you tho, the busa is like a fast caddy. A caddy can corner but you will have to trust the body roll and lean into. Thanks for watching
Its a good bike for a beginner who knows how to drive and how roads work. In other words if your over 30. You can "grow" into it, and it will be both your learner, and long term bike. Hell over 30 you can ride anything. You know how roads work, and your not scared or easily agitated by cars. Unless you live in Florida or New York, go for it.
When I decided to get a Busa there were plenty of used, low mileage examples available. Most were customized with aftermarket parts such as extended swing arms, lowering kits, fancy paint, and pointy shit. The owners liked the bike, but not enough to keep them or even ride them. Then they wanted top dollar for that crap. If you really want a machine that will never keep up with a sport 600 or an R1 after the first 2 corners in the twisted so you will not really learn racing skills, you do a lot of drag racing, and are either a professional mc mechanic with a fully equipped shop, or have unlimited funds the the Busa is a good choice. It is well balanced, stable, has a lower seat height than a 600, very smooth, comfortable for a 6 ft+ rider, and a bitch to do any maintenance on. VERY expensive to have any work done at a shop that is why people sell them when they find that they can’t afford them but still have to ask too much to sell so they trade in at a big loss and go to a real sport bike or a dual purpose which is what they really wanted but were taken in by the hype. Why buy the longest skis you can when everyone else is zipping by you and able to slalom like a champ because they are using a more suitable length for their height? Just because you are able to purchase the longest? Go for it then.
you said a lot but it sounds like you're saying that a person that buys a busa will eventually realize that its too expensive to own, and that if I ever want to be a street rossi, I'm wasting my time buying a busa. I thought this discussion was on begineer bikes....but ok.
Throttle control & respect of what you're on. The Busa is only going to give you what you ask for. I just recently picked one up that has Full Brocks exhaust with tuner on it. Damn this bike is fun & totally different than my 5 other bikes I currently own.
I used to have sport bikes but never got comfortable coming to a stop being 5 foot 4. I recently bought a night rod and it isn’t as fast but I feel comfortable on it and is really fun to ride. Some people that are short can make it work I just never could
before i watch the video, let me say i had 90s naked suzuki 650, then a heavier zero SRS electric commute bike and now a 2023 hayabusa. first thing you notice is how low and front heavy this bike is. at low speeds and slow turns you need experience on the clutch and balance so you dont drop it as you turn sharp. i would suggest being a taller rider to be able to flat foot the bike for balance when needed. i would also suggest riding in C mode with traction control on max for a couple months before going to B mode. here in FL with dirty roads under construction and rain at any moment, i leave traction control at max. gain experience and have patience.
Great video. I've been contemplating getting a hayabusa for my first bike for quite a while now. I completed a motorcycle safety course last summer and received my motorcycle license. My issue is I want the hayabusa for comfort reasons, not speed. I'm 6'6 290. I want a bike that I won't feel too crammed and won't looked like a bear on a tricycle. So far the busa is the only bike I've felt comfortable sitting on. Any suggestions?
Sorry for the late reply. Got so many comments and didn't notice you there. For size n comfort a busa is a good choice. But if you want more of comfort I would also look at the zx14 of the Kawasaki concours. The Concours is a more upright riding position that would be easier on the back if you don't want the sporty riding position. I'm 6'2 and 230 and I still lean over the tank. So if you don't want that and prefer to be more upright, try the Kawasaki concours or something similar. This is all assuming you like sportier bikes.
602_Busa Ok thanks for the response. I ended up picking up a 2014 Ninja 650. The bike surprisingly has enough room for my big ass. Super easy to handle, and a great starter bike that I'd also recommend to new larger riders. However I totally where you're coming from by suggesting bikes with a lot of power. I've only had the ninja for slightly over two weeks and I'm already window shopping hayabusas again. I'll probably end up upgrading to the busa in a few months. Thanks again
I like your review and thoughts on this subject. This review goes hand in hand with Knight Riders review on this subject in many ways. I’m not really a Busa Guy because at my height, I feel there’s a little too much tucking I have to do with my legs compared to the comfort level I have on the ZX14. But good review
Thanks for letting me know how you feel. Night Rider has earned my respect from his honest videos and after seeing some of his I thought I would chime in. Thats what this community is about. Thanks for the sub also!
I agree with you…I ride a ‘22 BUSA and IMHO, riding and controlling a ‘BUSA is all about “POWER MANAGEMENT”. When you’re riding a hot bike like a ‘BUSA, “A LITTLE BIT GOES A LONG WAY”. I’m not ashamed to admit that if I had personally bought a ‘BUSA for my first bike, THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT I WOULD HAVE KILLED MYSELF.
I really like the look and i went to see bikes a yamaha r6 a kawasaki zx10r and a hayabusa the busa was very wide and heavy but had a comfortable seating position the other bikes felt like toys not a vehicle that can be comfortable and be fast when you want it i dont care much for cornering wheelies or group rides also so if you make a mistake and fall at a high speed on a 250 you wouldnt get hurt because its smaller more forgiving ?
juan rodriguez glad you found that the bike is comfortable for you! honestly you can get hurt on any bike no matter the size. But on a smaller bike there is less of a chance in my opinion to crash, since smaller bikes are lighter, not as much power to wheelie easily for a new rider. So the point is, the more power you have, the more responsible you have to be with the bike
I had 2 GL 1000s in my past and have been riding a HD 1200 Custom Sportster screaming eagle for about the last 15 to 16 years, but a 2012 concours 14 caught my eye about, well in 2012. Anyhow I bought one last year (a 2012)(kept my harley), and have to agree with what the man first says in the video, you have to think about the weight. My Connie weighs 680 pounds without me and the rear side compartments on. I wasnt really appreciative of the weight and almost dumped it a couple times getting it in and out of where I park it. Weight and height. Its common sense though to start with a smaller bike and hopefully have grown up riding. If you buy a sport bike that big as your first bike, you are as the man hints, looking to get hurt. These bikes move, (my connie is 1352cc) of course one way to overcome the power of these engines and to keep them in check is to keep it in a higher gear which keeps the rpm's and the torque down. Of course a connie isnt a race bike but a sport tourer but its power would surprise you if you werent an experienced rider. Still though, how to proceed when you have made the first time buyers choice to buy, climb onto, and ride perhaps the fastest bike you have ever ridden? CAREFULLY!!! or dont do it.
FINE, I am a young teen and I have always wanted a Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa, but my entire family says I can own a bike, but not a liter bike or anything close to it. So I decided to save up for a CBR-250 for the size and mpg.
YOU'RE 1000% CORRECT IN MY OPINION. LITER BIKES AREN'T GOOD BIKES TO START OFF WITH IN THE BEGINNING. ONCE YOU DEVELOPE YOUR SKILLS FOR RIDING ON A SMALLER CC, YOU WILL REALLY APPRECIATE AND RESPECT THE POWER WHEN YOU MOVE UP TO THE 1000'S'S 1200'S 1300'S AND 1400CC'S HYPER MONSTERS..
Okay I’m 6’3 240 pounds and I want a sport bike. I’ve ridden a dirt bike some but want a street bike now. Any suggestions? I want something that can ride highway speed
Captain price was never 6'3 and 240. Maybe "leftenant" price haha. Nah man in all honesty start on a bike you physically feel comfortable on. and I'm talking ergonomics. I would assume based on the figures you would want to be a on bigger bike like the busa. Unless you can respect the power it will make you hate it. Sit on some bikes first and let me know what works best for you. Then maybe I can give a suggestion. If i had to close my eyes and just any bike I would say try a 650cc naked sport bike.
I was afraid to ride my busa the first day I bought it. I had the sales man take it down the street and switch gears before I got on, and used to ride in in highway mode for the city to kill the power...lol Later that year I felt like I wanted to upgrade the power. Hitting a bump at times would make it feel like it was going to take off without you. Great Video and good points. I have had plenty of slips on mine but thankfully never wrecked it. Like hitting a bump and going airborn at 160mph, hitting corners harder than I expected and being forced to lean hard and of course slipping because the power kicks in to fast. The only downfall is walking it backwards after parking it.
Thanks for checking out the video man, and really appreciate you taking the time to share how you feel. Trust me people are watching. I do hate backing that bike up. Ugh...
602_Busa Busa is #1 Choice to me. Turns more heads than any other bike on the streets. Has extreme performance, handle great and nice and heavy to tackle the highway winds.
602_Busa Hell yeah I can Corner! I kept the stock tire size and did a 12 inch stretch and it still leans just fine!! Really helps keep the front wheel down and I haven’t noticed much of a change in handling with the stretch!
Noah Eichler that’s a big stretch man. Personally I had a hard time cornering a buddy of mines bike that only had a 10in stretch. Wasn’t lowered but I had a hard time cornering that bike compared to mine. Just didn’t feel right. How much did you lower it?
I'm 60, in shape, ridden my whole life, started on the Honda mini trial 50. I did however take a long break while I was raising kids, running a business, but returned when I was fifty. I started on a small bike and worked my way up to BMW, over 1000cc but my dream bike is the Hayabusa. I'm watching alto of videos just trying to find anything I may be doing wrong and I have nothing to prove, so I feel I'm good to go. I would value anyone's advice. thanks Yall.
Seat height much better than zx6.im 5"6, absolutely love it ! New guys dont know what dangers to avoid.not for newbies.does it really need to be said ? If you want to learn to surf , try the north shore !
I'm getting a 2002 hayabusa 13 next month, will be my first motorcycle, I'm not interested in showing off, its already has a chrome package, etc. I have had a small motorcycle, an large moped, I understand my throttle hand, & going around corners, it looks really good & it's what I want, & has good price.
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The Hayabusa was my first bike, that bike taught me discipline and how to ride. I'm not a fan of buying 4 bikes to get to the bike I want, but that's just me.
Same went from 2 dirt bikes to a drag set up busa with stock clutch, first couple of months I pulled off a win
u alive?
@@uspresidentsplays yes sir
I started off on a R6 and I learned a similar lesson.
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My wife and I won''t ride any other bike. From our experience, the Hayabusa is the PERFECT bike to learn on due to the size and comfort. We both had our bikes lowered, and my bike is stretched. The comfort in OUR OPINION, is perfect for US. Other readers will have different OPINIONS. This is just from our experience with the busa. Maturity is 99.9% when riding ANY BIKE. But when your first bike is a Busa, you have to respect the power and use all levels of COMMON SENSE
Christopher Smith well said my man. Appreciate you checking out the video and leaving a comment. So many people don't quite have the maturity level to respect bikes of any size.
That's simple, it's what I like. Some people like Coke and some like Pepsi.
I'm curious, does your state require you to pass the MSF rider course to get your motorcycle endorsement and if so what bike did you take it on?
Joshawa Gardner yes you do have to take the MSF course in order to get an endorsement. I actually rode a Yamaha TW200 because the Honda rebel was too small for me. That’s what everyone else was riding on during my course
My question was aimed at Christopher Smith. I'm curious if him and his wife passed their obstacle course on their Busa's.
I had ZERO experience as a rider. First bike was a Hayabusa. 3 years later no issues?
Sounds like you respected your bike. Not sure if you noticed but most people that have commented have started out on smaller bikes and worked up. But there are a few like you that started out on one of the biggest bikes out there and haven't had issues. Thanks for sharing.
602_Busa No, you make valid points. I have the mentality to respect the bike and know that I can ALWAYS improve. I had my basics down but yes you are correct this bike has no forgiveness, ready to kill kill kill. Great vid, nonetheless!
@@MrCaptainWonder how much does height make a difference? If you're 5'4 can you just get it stretched and lowered?
The biggest thing is, most new riders ride beyond their skill, that’s why everyone says don’t be a beginner a big bike.
I’m thinking about a hyabusa being my first bike. I will just start slow, respect the bike and building on fundamentals
I say buy whatever bike you want as long as you drive it right.
what you mean by right ? Cause you need to be very talented and experienced to drive that kind of vehicles truly right.
The *real* trouble with the Hayabusa besides it's weight, size, & power for a newbie is insurance cost.
If you have no or little riding experience on motorcycles & are young the insurance will be sky high on powerful bikes like the busa.
Many used Hayabusas are being sold with low miles on them because the previous owners could not afford the insurance payments.
Happy post Halloween.
sweetcostarica depends on where you live. Each state has different insurance quotes. If you lived in a congested state, yes. If you live in a state with less population, no.
You maybe right Jamaal. If that is true then good news for the few young people that live in the country.
*But for most young people* who live in & love the city, they best take the old & wise advice of the video maker above:
- Buy smaller at first for learning & making mistakes with low cost insurance.
This advise is wise because:
1. It saves lives.
2. It saves parents from more than normal worry.
3. It saves money.
Remember our advice (video & most above comments) are for smart riders.
Edit: I am not saying you are not smart CrypticApathy as I am pretty sure you carry insurance on your motorcycle..
I brought 2 Hayabusa's, one for my wife and one for myself. And the Hayabusa is our first bike. It's all on the individual. We've never had a bad experience.
Sounds like you have respect for the bike and what it can do. Wish more people out there had that attitude. Thanks for sharing, now I gotta get my wifey on a busa whether she likes it or not.
As the saying goes, there are two kinds of riders, those who have laid one down and those who are going to lay one down.
Christopher Smith i was thinking that you taken someone bike for practice 😂
Good for you Christopher Smith. I too bought my dream bike, the bike that I wanted as my first bike. ZX14R. There are 2 kinds of people in the bike world; those whom are idiots and those that respect the bike, ride at your level and not try riding were you are not comfortable, don't do stupid shit and ensure to obey the fundamentals at all times. Others that comment here come as haters either because they couldn't or cant afford the bike you have. Ride safe and look ahead in the curves. This channel guy says "I" so much that I'm lead to believe that he's in love with himself.
You can break the first group into those who say they "had to lay it down" and those who own up to making mistakes. Also, laying down a 600 isnt any less dangerous than laying down a busa, the busa is just easier for novice riders to make a mistake on, if novices get ahold of a busa and treat it carefully and respectively they should be fine,
My first bike was a hayabusa. No issues. It truly is all about maturity and respecting the bike. I have nothing to compare it to, because it's what I learned on. I think if you've only rode 600s, you may be more prone to messing up if you treat that 1300 like a 600. But I also see your point in that generally speaking, a person may want to start smaller. I later rode both a gxsr600 and 1000 for a friend needing help relocating those bikes, and those bikes were not comfortable at all. I'm 6-3, 250lbs.
Christopher Bell you are in an elite group to be able to handle the busa as a first scooter. Most folks aren’t mature so I’d rather say in a video where hundred of people are watching to be careful and not start on a big bike
Christopher bell my first bike also happens to be a hayabusa, I've got it new in 2016,took some time for me to really adjust to it,started off first couple months in c mode,then ofcourse went to b for a few weeks ,been in a mode since!took the slow roll with it because I had only rode a bike twice,it happen to be a 600,I'm only 5'7 155,so really it's all on the person learning and respecting that power until you really learn it
I'm 5' 8" 130 lbs. I can flat foot my Busa and it's not really heavy but really balanced. I prefer riding it over my GSXR 1000 it's taller in height so I have to be careful when stopping on uneven ground. Love the Busa!
C Kim I’m surprised you have both. I had a 2011 gsxr 1000 but sold it cause I couldn’t see keeping the 1000. The busa did everything the 1000 did
I agree, but sometimes I need to switch, it's a little easier to lean low with the 1000 on the twisties.
Hi!
I'm about the same in dimensions as you and have a 50cc supermotard (bored to 80cc). I've driven it many times though not doing more than 10 miles in travel distance each time. Never done wheelies, never done stoppies and things like that as I'm too scared. I really like the 'Busa and I think that I will be able to ride it. but what do you think given my knowledge of the basics of driving (even with my small supermoto...) and being careful?
You sound dum
My 1st bike was a 2005 Hayabusa. Well my 1st sport bike was a Hayabusa. I loved it fr.
I remember after leaving the dealership and hit the main roads having to pull over cause it was insane on the power it had. Thought i was hyperventilating in my helmet. My nerves where totalled. I got use to it tho.
I like that you qualified that by saying 'first sports bike'...at least you got your basics down before moving up. That's a good idea.
I havent rode in 30 years. But I want the new 2022 Hyabusa. Has tons of safety features and looks beautiful I think.
When I was 17, I saw a guy on a Hayabusa sitting at a 7/11. I went up and talked to him about his Hayabusa, and told him I wanted one for my first sport bike. He immediately, but very calmly, and logically, told me that I should not buy a Hayabusa. He told me that he could take off in 2nd gear, because his engine had so much power. He went on to say that the bike is wretched excess in every way and it would be a terrible idea to get one, without getting a smaller sportbike first. That guy really made me understand, and I bought a 600cc bike. Thank God I gave up on the Hayabusa dream (until I got older) because modern 600's are also too much (for the street).
I want a 600cc motorcycle as my first bike, how did your riding experience go?
ive taken off in 2nd on my 250 lol, good story tho!
You can start out on a Hayabusa just keep it in C till your ready to go to B then A...... instead of buying a 300 than a 600 then a 1K.... this way you almost have the three bikes in one
Thats one way to do it. My only concern with that is the weight/bulk of the bike. Some people can't handle the sheer mass of the bike. Unfortunately you can't lessen the weight and size by switching the modes.
That's true you do have to be a full size man to ride a Hayabusa
Or $$$$ the weight off
Stryker chan that's true but the older busa doesn't have that luxury so you basically get all the power at first hand, I have a year 2000 busa and it does the whole 225 MPH like nothing
Then make sure you get a 08 plus Busa with the ab&c options bottom line it's about not having to buy and sell two or three bikes because you've already gotten over the them after a short time of owning them and your sick of all your buds on 1k's flying by you........but ya be safe
Ya ok dude, yeah you should buy 3 different bikes before you actually get the bike you want.
Not everyone has that kind of money , That's just dumb. Use the modes , keep off busy streets for the first 2000 miles and don't listen to this crap, just take it easy. You can kill your self on any bike.
I learned on a busa 6 years ago and I'm still alive.
You can buy used, and then sell them later
Joel McNair You said it best who got time for that - if you have to spend 5 months in the parking lot / dot it lol
No experience AT ALL! Bought a 05 in March then bought a 09 in July. Still respecting and loving it!!😍
great advice. I bought a brand new 05 Honda 600rr as my first bike at age 37. I kept it for 2 years before it was stolen. Never abused, never dropped kept clean, and at 9,000 miles on it it still had the original back tire awesome video. Thank you.
Skullybike glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching
I would have to disagree with you 100%. As my 1st bike was a 2008 Suzuki hayabusa. And I'm still riding it like a king 9 years later. Like the Other reader wrote this is totally situational based on knowledge of bikes and respect of bikes. It's not the size that kills. It's the fool that kills themselves. The hayabusa in my opinion is the greatest sport bike ever made. And as long as you respect the machine for what it is. This should be your 1st and only sport bike.
Thanks for taking the time out to watch the video. I agree where you say it's situational, and that it depends on the rider. However like you said if you don't respect the power of the bike, it can get you into alot of trouble. For someone who doesn't respect the power of the bike, which I think we can agree on is the majority of NEW riders, I would still stand behind what I said. I wouldn't reccommend a new rider to buy a Hayabusa as a first bike. Not sure if you watched the whole vid but the rest of it goes into that. Let me know what you think.
Tha' Harddude same to you bro. Ride safe
I seriously, sincerely hope that people aren't reading these comments thinking that a 200hp motorcycle is a "first bike." I almost don't believe these comments. I owned 20 motorcycles, and had a ZX-6R 600cc Ninja for 10 years, before ever even riding a Hayabusa, and the Hayabusa felt so fast, that it was scarier, and more ridiculously over powered than anything you can ever imagine. If I had driven a Hayabusa when I was in my 20's, I would have died for sure. I had a man who owned a Hayabusa tell me NOT to buy one as my first sportbike. Even though I had a lot of riding experience at the time, and owned a streetbike, he told me that it's not a good idea. I listened to him, and that man saved my life. Wait until you don't think you need a Hayabusa. And once you don't think you need one, then you'll have enough experience with riding, to know that you can handle it. If you think you need a Hayabusa, it means you haven't ridden at a 600cc Ninja at wide open throttle. Try that first, and then try to justify a Hayabusa. You really can't.
Loll grow up
That's a fair assessment.
I owned a ZX6R, then a ZX10R and now I ride a 1999 Busa witch I absolutely love.
Before riding mine I bought into the myth, however I soon descovered that Hayabusa is quite a civilized motorcycle. Respect it and it will treat you well.
I think it's situational. My first bike was a Hayabusa. I really think that my experience with manual cars helped me understand throttle control if that makes sense. Also I am 6'4" 285lbs and there was no way in the world I was going to buy a 250 or 300 lol they max out at what like 80mph well with my big arse on there you could say 60mph lol. There's a lot of great points for either side you want to stand on with this topic. Some people get all butt hurt about it when we are all grown people and are entitled to our own opinions, and will do what we please regardless so why get mad? Nice vid bro
i bought my first car and it had 600hp, still own it and didnt even curbed a wheel. I now want to start with bikes and a hayabusa for summer driving. I think starting at the top is the way to go! You repect it more.
I'm the same height and weight as you, and I bought a 82 Yamaha Seca 650 brand new in the box that was stored in a warehouse for 10 years, so it was under warranty when I got it in 1992. I still think it was the best overall, most useful and easy to ride bike I ever owned. Of all my bikes I've owned and sold I wish I never sold that one. It wasn't the fastest, lightest or best handling, but it was pretty good at a lot of things. With a comfortable seat and riding position I put in a lot of 400 plus mile days on that bike. I couldn't do that on my VMAX or my ZX11.
DaWrathOfGod 300s go much much faster than 80mph
Probably not much more with a nearly 300 pound rider on them.
6hundert Bikes are less forgiving than cars
At 50 i bought the 2008 orange Hayabusa and used it for my drivers license test as my first bike. Loved my bike, it was perfectly balanced for my size and weight 6'2" 250 lbs. Im waiting for the next gen bike.
We are about the same size. I "hear" the next gen busa should happen in 2020. We will see....
Yes and no. I had ridden a few dirt bikes as a kid (I'm talking mini-bike size) but my first street bike was a very-modified Hayabusa. I think it is a matter of maturity as much as anything. I happened to be 36 at the time and had experienced a really bad car accident a decade earlier (I'm talking coma followed by months in the hospital learning to walk and such). Because of that experience and my age I was a little more careful than many riders might be on their first motorcycle. I only rode it late at night around neighborhoods for about a month until I got used to the power, the handling, etc.. Then I slowly ventured out during the day. That was 13 years ago and I've had several bikes in the garage (now just the original 'Busa and a M109R). I guess I wouldn't recommend it for someone with a lead foot or, in this case, a lead wrist. Just my two pennies.
M McBride really appreciate the response. I too have a busa and an M109r. Glad to see that you are better after what you have been thru. I assumed most of my viewers were younger hence I just say no to try and discourage immature riders. You should check out my “why busa bros ride m109r” videos
I'm 5'5.5" and my first bike was gen 1 busa in USA. I had some close calls even after being watchful. Fortunately nothing happened. The bike got stolen after 6 years from my apartment complex parking lot. I had some awesome memories with it, I travelled solo from Reno to Oklahoma in 3 days on it. First day I covered 800 miles and another 800 in next 2 days. I also travelled from Oklahoma to St Louis and back. I missed it.
So finally after 5 years of it being stolen, I got a gen 3 busa. Now I have my own house so the busa stays safely in the garage.
I'm getting my first Hayabusa this Summer. My previous experience is by riding Honda Shadow VT750S (2012) for two summers. This video was very helpful!
In the end it's all about being smart and humble with the gas and respecting the rules of the road to get you safe to your destination
Me too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"Smart" and "humble" are not elements of learning how to ride. Dumb people can learn how to ride. And arrogant people can learn how to ride. Motorcycle riding is a VERY counter-intuitive skill set- just about everything works the opposite way that lay people think it works. Without substantial formal rider training, most motorcyclists never really learn how to ride.
Solid advice and I like the fact you recognize the issue with other reviewers being biased in their opinions due to their physical build.
Personally I started off on a busa. New off the floor with zero riding experience.
But I have a healthy respect for the bikes ability and knew my limitations.
Can you start off on a busa? Absolutely. Should you? Absolutely. BUT this is only true if you admit to your limits and aren’t out to show off and only you know if you’re that type of rider.
You are right, 602_Busa. It is like wild horse just for expert riders. 20 years ago, I rode the Yamaha DT 125 for 5 years and now I'm going for my dream: The Busa. Thanks for this video. Greetings from Dominican Republic.
Thanks for watching! hope you enjoy your dream bike
Busa owner here. The thing that pisses me off about the Hayabusa is not the bike itself rather the perception that supposedly petrolheads/car/bike enthusiasts have about the bike, since a lot of these dudes are revving the crap out of their "mean machine" (albeit it may be a fast bike or a really fast car) when I'm stopped at a light, like I have to prove something. I really like to crash their dreams by accelerating gently and going at the same speed as the traffic around me while they're super commited in having a drag race with themselves. Can I beat 95% of these people? yes. Do I want to? not really
Ive have owned my busa for ten years now, which is a 2008 and i love it .You just need to respect what this bike is capable of.I have never tried my bike in C or B mode ever, it's been in A mode from the day i picked her up.You just have to be very careful if you buy a busa for your first bike .But after time when you master this beast,you will never want another bike but the BUSA
Ya you're absolutely right... Inexperience rider shouldn't play with Busa... Coz this Busa is a beast on the road... thats why I luv this bike so much.
2 years later and this vid is still helping a lot
I'm Tryin bro
@@602Busa but yo fr tho I was going to get a busa for a first bike but I saw what you said and the comment section and tbh I'll go for an actual starter bike
"A man's gotta know his limitations ". With that being said, Hayabusa can be a great bike to learn on.
Ik i'm commenting on a 6 yr old video, but wtv.
16 yr old here, I don’t even have a starter motorcycle license or anything, but this does seem like it would be nice.
Considering my demeanor and how I was raised, I could probably do it. Just ride with extreme caution lol, I wouldn't even touch public roads for the first week maybe.
Stay wayy low in the rev range for the most part, and don’t give to temptation. Listen to advice and tips (other than the obvious one of getting a smaller bike lol).
I could see it being good as it teaches you to respect the power, even down low. Teaches you to not do stupid shit and attempt to crack open early, or downshift mid corner lol. Its also more comfortable than a lot of bikes Considering its leaning towards sport-touring. Also because of the torquay grunt, it's less dangerous since it's linear and doesn't just spontaneously go from 'this sucks' to 'I'm in a coma now, but if I wasn’t, i'd say this sucks' like a liter bike or even a 600. Also considering it's 550-ish lbs if its 1gen, that seems pretty ok for smth with the same engine that could be put in a peppy sport sedan. Overall, don’t fly too close to the sun and you'll hopefully be fine.
I went from a Honda 500 to a Ninja 1000 within 8 months. I got used to the speed and went with an FJR1300 a few years later. Now I'm on a Goldwing. The progression to a larger CC was good. Now I want a second bike. Looking at a Busa or a ZX14.
well im busa biased so dont ask me to reccommend something for you. I personally don't like the 4 eyed look of the zx14 but you can't argue with the power.
I'm only about 5'7" or so and I had a Yamaha FJR-1300 sport touring bike which weighed in at over 600 lbs I believe. Being short working with that heavy of a bike was somewhat scary until I got on it for the ride. As soon as I gained forward momentum, that was one of the most well balanced bikes I had ever ridden and it was fast. My only problem riding was coming to a stop where I had to put my right foot down while leaning the bike slightly because of my short legs. By the time if fell over with me for the fourth time, I decided to sell it and at no time did I ever dump it because of doing something stupid, I just wan't strong enough.
Rumple Stiltskin thanks for sharing your experience. Most people will try to soldier on and make the bike work. Some people have done it to a degree of success. But most end up worse. Glad you decided to do what’s best for you.
My 1st bike was a 2002 Busa , had been on a lot of powerful bike before I bought mine , but the Busa was the most powerful! I'm 6'1 and was 225 at the time, wasn't gone buy a little 600 then trade it in 6 months later.... it was the right choice, great bike
Thanks for sharing man. Glad to see you enjoyed the bike.
So far so good- first bike 2020 1300r Hayabusa. I am riding in C mode for now.
I bought a new Hayabusa as my first motorcycle. I used it for everything from getting my motorcycle endorsement, to earning my expert road racing license on it.
LIKE THE OLD SAYING GOES, "YOU HAVE TO CRAWL BEFORE YOU RUN". HEY TO EACH HIS OWN, BUY WHAT YOU LIKE..
Im 6'-5" and ride a Hayabusa. Love this bike. I dont have to over reach to hold the handle bars.
So I actually just started riding.. literally got my fist bike yesterday.. and it's a zx14😭😭👌
RIP
That’s heavy
you alive my guy?
You alive?
Good point: a minor mistake on a Hayabusa get magnified due to its potential, weight, and more.
Nice review.same thing here I had learned to ride my 600 katana for a long time before I got my dream bike which is my 2014 Bussa.yeah man still breaking it it in.remember this bike was built for one thing in mind speed.fastest I had it up to was 165 and it still wanted to go more.you never stop learning even at 15 years of riding.
chris mueller I did about the same and didn’t realize it until I looked at the speedo. Once you get used to riding it, you can really being going triple digits and not realize it. So smooth.
The Busa was my first bike ! Throttle control is important ! Go bike or stay home ! Loved that bike !
telling someone not to buy a hayabusa for their first bike is like saying a harley isn't a good bike for first time riders.Get what you can afford learn how to live.
MrPontiacfever I’m talking about a specific bike from a specific manufacturer. I never said don’t buy a Suzuki for your first bike. Apples to apples
Good review thanks for bringing me back down to earth for what to expect as a new rider
bigjimupslaying4u thanks for checking out the video.
I've been riding for about 10 years and bought and still own a 2k6 Katana 600. This spring I'm upgrading to either a Hayabusa or Z1000. Your advice, in my opinion, is spot on. You can find a forgiving bike used if you're just starting out to learn properly, then upgrade. I plan on owning all 3 at some point to have a decent variety of street bikes. Great review and solid info!
I am about to find out this Tuesday- 1st bike 2020 Hayabusa. I am very excited.
Hows learning on the busa going?
I don't think getting an extremely high powered bike for your first is really a bad thing. You just need to take it slow at first. I do however think you should start on a smaller, less expensive bike due to a high likelihood of crashing. It definitely would be tempting to go full power though.
It's always tempting. Ask anyone and they would tell you that they would rather have the power and not need it, instead of not having the power and needing it. But I agree, anyone can handle a powerful bike once they develop the proper technique. There is difference between being comfortable on the bike, and knowing how to ride a bike.
I had 1 years experience before moving to a GSXR1000. It’s a whole different ball game for those sort of bikes. Certainly made me a much better rider
Busas are solid bikes, and i feel like they would be a better starter than a liter bike...
I started on a Vstar 650 (shit i know lol), went to a CBR600F4i, then to a Busa, then to a Vulcan 2000 (884 lb wet weight made the busa feel light AF) then to an Fz1 and finally on to a GL1500.
So I have had the chance to own a good variety of bikes,
If you are getting in to riding, and want a cruiser, dont bother with small bikes at all, if you want a sport bike, just dont start on a liter bike. If you have to start on a busa, upgrade the seat, grips and maybe even pegs BEFORE any performance mods... Busas can be extremely comfy for longer rides and you will appreciate comfort mods alot sooner than you will be able to appreciate performance mods.
I've a pretty new rider but I have ridden over 3K miles. Most of them on my CBR300R...I love that little thing...so nimble. Recently, I got a '14 VFR800FD, '19 CBR500R, '20 Benelli TNT135 (think Grom) and 13' Yoshimura LE GSX-R 600. For a little while, yes, I have 5 bikes. Riding is one of the very best things I've ever done. Just frees the soul. However, you have to have...and I have and will continue to have a very healthy respect for any bike I ride. I know my skill level and I don't push my limits while I'm out of the street...I'm cautious. At 50 I want to be riding for many many more years. Much of what 'Busa said in this video is so true. I'm 5'6 160+lbs (yes, should be 140lbs or less) and the VFR800 is a heavy bike but handles like a dream. I don't know about how a 'Busa would handle for me but I'm seriously considering trading in the VFR800, CBR500R, and GSX-R 600 for either a 'Busa or a ZX-14R. Besides the VFR800FD those are the two bikes I've always wanted. I think I could ride them but the weight of these bikes for someone my size is certainly a cause for consideration.
You have to be mature, cautious, and respect whatever bike you're on but you also have to be able to physically control the bike WELL...and that includes low speed maneuvering where the weight will certainly be a factor. That is one reason why I wouldn't recommend something in this weight class as someone's first bike but different strokes for different folks.
I'm 6ft 270lb. I started on a Yamaha Raider 2 years ago it's a 1900cc cruiser and 730lbs. The Raider has a ton of torque and I was a bit scared on the first ride. But the more you ride your machine the more you know what she likes and what she doesn't like. I plan to get a Busa aswell. I think you can start on any bike you just have to ride at your skill level. Take it slow and know your limits. Respect the bike! There will always be someone better and faster than you the moment you realize this is when you start to enjoy motorcycles for ride and not for how fast you can get from A to B. Although going fast is fun too sometimes i take the Raider to 130mph but there is a time an place for it.
Ramon Perez I can only speak for the person that just doesn’t respect bikes as a whole. It’s easy to tell someone to start off slow and know your limits, when they have no idea what the bike is capable of. Nor does the rider.
Raider owner here mines tuned and cammed and it puts down well over 150 just picked up a zx 14 so far the transition is not that hard because a raider wants to rip you off as soon as you pin it my zx is WAY faster but it doesn’t try to tear me off the seat like the raider
Aloha bro great video new sub here in Hawaii...Here's a funny busa story in 2008 I worked at a motorcycle dealership and it was the first time I was really around motorcycles on a daily basis....I got a chance to ride everything from big dirt bikes to Honda 954's GIXXER 750 even a few cruisers...one day we took in a busa on trade and my manager asked me if I wanted to take it out for a spin...having confidence from all the riding I was doing the months and months prior I was like hell yeah I always wanted to ride a busa...he tells me before you take it out on the road ride it around the parking lot first just to make sure your comfortable...(I'll never forget what he said) his exact words were "this is a lot of bike and nothing to be taken lightly she's unforgiving (when you said that in Your video it reminded me of this day) anyway to try and keep this short as possible I keyed up and went one round around the parking lot... next thing I did was park it back where it was and haven't been on one since 😂😂😂 it's been 10 years and I currently ride a GIXXER 600 but I will get back on that busa (horse) soon lol
Haha GREAT story! I’m sure you will get on another busa one day. Once you get past the “fear” of what the bike can do it will make you more comfortable. It’s like embracing the dark side lol.
My first bike is a 2017 Ninja ZX-14R and my sons is a 2017 Hayabusa. We love our bikes and get a lot of looks.
My 1st bike was a 2015 Z650 and promptly swapped sprockets to get 62-ish torque. Just saved a 1st Gen Hayabusa from scrap yard and am doing a complete restore. Will be getting the frame x-rayed soon, just to be sure it can handle 300hp and 200mph.
Lol. Swapping sprockets does not increase torque. And it only takes about 175 horsepower for a Hayabusa to do 200 mph.
@@DortonFarb you are allowed to be wrong.
@@L4ND.SH4RK Huh?
I was a dirt/enduro national juniors and -15 champion on 250cc xr honda. When i got 18 i got as a present an 04 r1. Ive been over 14 supersport bikes during those 12yrs all for street purpose some track days but nothing serious. Competition days are over. We got old. Then last yr i tried a bone stock 2010 gen2 dark blue busa. What a lovely machine. Fuelling is perfect throttle is amazing and the feeling is almost like an 05 gsxr 1000 in matters of handling. I am a jockey rider 1.75 63kg. I believe yes is a nimble bike for a beginner but its got 3 major factors that newbies might find scary. Despite the weight which it aint really a factor busas are prone to use rear brake very often. A missmatch throttle control with rear brake or a downshift the bike will drift and if you cant bring it up will fall dangerously. Second its power its deceiving its a machine 12.1 compression yet its nimble but you dont know is speeding until you already do 110miles. Unless is modified then a 230kgs bird going up with first second gear is not proper for a newbie. Third position. Is more extended than a traditional newbie bike therefore the center of thr weight shifts in front more. Locking ur wrists and makes steering more demanding. So yeah is possible to use a busa for a first bike but not for everyone..
Cool review man keep em coming
Sector O thanks so much for the reply. Sounds like you have a lot of experience with riding. Glad to see that I’m not too far off in thinking what I’m thinking about this bike. Yes you can ride it as a newbie. But there are plenty of other bikes out there more suited to the task.
No. It's like giving a S+W 500 magnum revolver to your 90lb girlfriend and expecting good things to happen. Thanks for making a sensible video. Too many morons make videos about how they bought a GSXR 1000 for their first ride and did fine but I guarantee they never learn how to use that bike properly. 1st bike? But a beater for the first season or two and sell it when you are ready and another new rider can use the beater. There are plenty of old bikes that still run well.
FlyBaby agreed 100%. There are so many things you can learn by starting on a smaller bike. America is one of the few countries that don’t have restrictions on starting on larger cc bikes.
Sometime, instinct will get you out from a nasty situation you've gotten yourself into. But to form your instinct you need experience. Never start on a bike that doesn't allow you to build your instinct.
hayabusaTravels this comment makes so much sense. Instinct and muscle memory won’t be developed with a new rider.
Here is a good one to see if you are a good judge of the busa, top speed flying towards a crossroad,you pull those brakes and see if you stop where expected!
I'm really liking the bike but I'm also in total agreement with you. I'm 5-09, started on a dirt bike & went to Harley Davidson.
I have a 2013 Hayabusa and it is my first bike. I love it.
I was going to buy a zx14 because of all the abundant tech to keep you safe, but finally decided to get me a Hayabusa, cant say no to all that raw power, and yes, I think you need to be experienced to handle a Hayabusa.
You can't go wrong with either one. Both have power. So you have to respect it. Thanks for checkin out the video.
Current busa has better tech than zx14r anyway. And lighter n cheaper, but slower. That's understandable tho when youre talking about a difference of 100ccs
Good video and for many, great advice. My 1st bike was to be a 1000cc but I let people talk me out of it and I purchased the 650 Kawasaki Versys. I rode it for 2 years before buying my ZX14. I attribute my handling and control of my ZX14 to the two years spent riding the Versys 650. Best advice is to respect the bike, practice throttle / clutch control and get to know the bike. I sat on the busa and it is no where near as comfortable as the ZX14. ZX14 rules.
I rode a 750 one time then got on my dad's 1st gen hayabusa modded. I rode his. Bike for 7 years and I took it slow. I got my bike the 2nd gen hayabusa and I love it. But riding the 750 once helped with the class. Then I was good. But what you are saying is very true. Nice.
Much appreciated man. I hope people don't get the wrong impression on this video, People think that starting off slow means that your scared or much less of a man or something. Thanks for sharing!
602_Busa I was a little nervous plus it was my dad's bike. But after getting time I'm better. I'm still learning tricks lol but hopefully soon. Keep posting.
Started on a 600 for 1 year and want to move to a liter or hayabusa for comfort/sport and less vibration! The power isn't a problem if u can't handle the power don't ride period! Pr0blem is insurance and bike weight as I'm only 5'7 150 lbs. Hayabusa looks very big and fat (but nice) only problem is at a stand still don't want to tip a heavy bike over... anything is easy once it's in motion. Maybe I just need to start lifting? Just think im too short!!
Randy Lee lol trust me if it was only about the power I wouldn’t have made this video. It’s kinda like that saying great power comes with great responsibility. Insurance is high, cost of repairs are high. The weight of the bike is high. My point is as a beginner, why ad all the extra stress of riding something to you can’t take full advantage of? But ya as far being short that’s not too bad. Just make sure you don’t skip leg day lol
Hayabusas are excellent first bikes especially for people between the ages of sixteen and twentyfive. I've found that when playing Russian roulette it's better to be the first person.
Steven Curry I guess that’s one way to describe it. I guess playing Russian roulette with a busa at 16 is the same as playing Russian roulette with a gun at 16?
Worse because i never knew any 16 year old's that would play Russian roulette however i had two friends in high school two years in a row who bought "bad ass" bikes for their first bikes and i went to funerals two years in a row and their bikes were just a 900 and a 1200.
Oh yeah there was three and that guy was 20 and it was on a gpz550 almost forgot about him. So many things can happen when you are riding but it's inexperience that statistically compounds it and all it takes is a drink to seal it.
Great video.
Thanks for sharing this. Thats the only point I'm making and glad that you agree. If your inexperienced, it's probably best you don't starting riding a bigger bike. Not saying that you can't do it. But it's just another factor on whether you wreck or not.
I was gifted ZX 10R for my 18th birthday and I crashed it 1 week later !
Then I got an R15 V2, I was happy with it too....
My father is now driving the ZX 10R
tk u for your time and expertise on the bike at hand.
awsome vlog!
Scorp glad you liked it!
That thing is a BEAST!!! I rode my friends 2008 on the Hwy in a straight line till 4 th gear. OMG!!! there is so much torque anytime, anywhere! I don't know how fast I was travelling but I can tell you it was cruisng and I backed off. Scared the you know what outta me, lol!Great bike not a fit for me comfortably being 6'3'' tall. I felt cramped. I agree. Do not get this as a first bike. Why? Cause it will bring you a world hurt if you don't actually realize what your riding. Respect Boss man, lol!That torque is addicting I must say...
I love my 1997 Suzuki tl1000s vtwin.. it’s really top heavy almost like the hayabusa. And I can keep up with early hayabusas, but can’t beat em lol
Me You nice. Were you at cycle gear the other day in Mesa? And were you talking to another guy that works there about a story about not selling yours?
602_Busa that’s definitley not me. I’m in florida. And I stay away from cycle gear that’s in Daytona with those overpriced merchandise they have lol
@@THALYRIKALONE lol ok, it was so bizarre but i had to ask!
I Love Susuki's Well Over Yamahas And Kawasakis..... My First One Was A Katana 600, And My Last One Was A Hayabusa..... So I Progressed Lil By Lil, And It's Not Much Of A Difference Except In The Acceleration And Top Speed U Can Actually Get On One...... But At The End It All Comes Down To Knowing How To Control One At Ur Own Discretion. I For One Don't Have And Never Had Any Issues With Mynes...... Nice Video Homie! Accolades And Keep Making Instructional Videos!
Damien Cavlierri much appreciated my man. And I totally agree you gotta have self control to ride a bike like this. Or any bike. Speaking which, do you like Suzuki over Honda????
Check this out. I went from a Suzuki Burgman 650 scooter (love It) to a hayabusa busa! the most important thing about a busa to me is throttle control. The Busa's throttle response power is like whoa.....right now! it's all about respecting the beast and making use of your common sense. and keep that bad boy in "C" mode for at least the first few thousand miles. that'll give you time and the experience to get used to the overall feel and power of the beast.
A Burgman! Never had the chance to ride one but I remember I got passed by one on my Ninja250 not knowing what it was lol. Thanks for sharing and glad to see you ended up with the busa for life.
I just got my license (at age 32) for all bikes. I've only rode 50cc supermotos and scooters before and I fell in love with the VFR 800. I asked all of my rider friends and all of the instructors who taught me and there is always two views:
- Try lower cc bikes to learn how to ride with confidence and then go for a bigger one
- Sit on the bike you want, treat it with respect, you will learn more easily because you WANT to learn how to ride that SPECIFIC bike.
I choose the second path. After only a few months of riding I can say that I have no regrets. I ride cautious, but not paranoid and only do maneuvers that I am 120% sure of. I think the same would go for a Hayabusa. Yes there is LOTS of power, yes there is weight, yes it can be deadly, but as many said before, if you treat it with respect it can be the best experience.
My first was a hayabusa. Still have it. 2004 to present. All comes down to respecting the bike. If you take risks on the bike, expect to drop it at some point. I have never dropped mine (knock on wood).
Was my first bike 😃 Was just back from Iraq in 2008. Head was a little wacky. Loved it! I’m 6’2”, 240, so maybe I slowed it down.
You can't slow down a 4 cylinder 200 HP bike 🤣.
Well I really love the Hayabusa. I can't stop thinking of that bike :D but I don't know if I should buy it. But I want it! I'm used to ride a GSX-R 1000. Well every time i see videos of Hayabusas, I just see you guys riding straight forward. In Germany we love corners! We actually avoid highways and riding straight forward for a long distance. We love to throw the bike to the left, from the left to the right and back to the left corner. So I'm not sure if I would miss my GSX-R too much. And i don't have the money for owning 2 bikes!
They really are so much easier to ride than a superbike. I race fast bikes. The best street bike I ever rode was an 08 stock Busa with the rear shock in its lowest ride height . Felt like a fast Cadillac. My R1M and Aprilia rsv4 rf are viscous. MY Aprilia is currently being built and tuned but will weigh under 400llbs and have 215 hp.
I seriously want to track an RSV4 when i grow up. I agree with you tho, the busa is like a fast caddy. A caddy can corner but you will have to trust the body roll and lean into. Thanks for watching
Its a good bike for a beginner who knows how to drive and how roads work. In other words if your over 30. You can "grow" into it, and it will be both your learner, and long term bike. Hell over 30 you can ride anything. You know how roads work, and your not scared or easily agitated by cars. Unless you live in Florida or New York, go for it.
When I decided to get a Busa there were plenty of used, low mileage examples available. Most were customized with aftermarket parts such as extended swing arms, lowering kits, fancy paint, and pointy shit. The owners liked the bike, but not enough to keep them or even ride them. Then they wanted top dollar for that crap. If you really want a machine that will never keep up with a sport 600 or an R1 after the first 2 corners in the twisted so you will not really learn racing skills, you do a lot of drag racing, and are either a professional mc mechanic with a fully equipped shop, or have unlimited funds the the Busa is a good choice. It is well balanced, stable, has a lower seat height than a 600, very smooth, comfortable for a 6 ft+ rider, and a bitch to do any maintenance on. VERY expensive to have any work done at a shop that is why people sell them when they find that they can’t afford them but still have to ask too much to sell so they trade in at a big loss and go to a real sport bike or a dual purpose which is what they really wanted but were taken in by the hype. Why buy the longest skis you can when everyone else is zipping by you and able to slalom like a champ because they are using a more suitable length for their height? Just because you are able to purchase the longest? Go for it then.
you said a lot but it sounds like you're saying that a person that buys a busa will eventually realize that its too expensive to own, and that if I ever want to be a street rossi, I'm wasting my time buying a busa. I thought this discussion was on begineer bikes....but ok.
Throttle control & respect of what you're on. The Busa is only going to give you what you ask for. I just recently picked one up that has Full Brocks exhaust with tuner on it. Damn this bike is fun & totally different than my 5 other bikes I currently own.
I used to have sport bikes but never got comfortable coming to a stop being 5 foot 4. I recently bought a night rod and it isn’t as fast but I feel comfortable on it and is really fun to ride. Some people that are short can make it work I just never could
before i watch the video, let me say i had 90s naked suzuki 650, then a heavier zero SRS electric commute bike and now a 2023 hayabusa. first thing you notice is how low and front heavy this bike is. at low speeds and slow turns you need experience on the clutch and balance so you dont drop it as you turn sharp. i would suggest being a taller rider to be able to flat foot the bike for balance when needed. i would also suggest riding in C mode with traction control on max for a couple months before going to B mode. here in FL with dirty roads under construction and rain at any moment, i leave traction control at max. gain experience and have patience.
Lol. Traction control in Florida? What for? There are no turns...
Great video. I've been contemplating getting a hayabusa for my first bike for quite a while now. I completed a motorcycle safety course last summer and received my motorcycle license. My issue is I want the hayabusa for comfort reasons, not speed. I'm 6'6 290. I want a bike that I won't feel too crammed and won't looked like a bear on a tricycle. So far the busa is the only bike I've felt comfortable sitting on. Any suggestions?
Sorry for the late reply. Got so many comments and didn't notice you there. For size n comfort a busa is a good choice. But if you want more of comfort I would also look at the zx14 of the Kawasaki concours. The Concours is a more upright riding position that would be easier on the back if you don't want the sporty riding position. I'm 6'2 and 230 and I still lean over the tank. So if you don't want that and prefer to be more upright, try the Kawasaki concours or something similar. This is all assuming you like sportier bikes.
602_Busa Ok thanks for the response. I ended up picking up a 2014 Ninja 650. The bike surprisingly has enough room for my big ass. Super easy to handle, and a great starter bike that I'd also recommend to new larger riders. However I totally where you're coming from by suggesting bikes with a lot of power. I've only had the ninja for slightly over two weeks and I'm already window shopping hayabusas again. I'll probably end up upgrading to the busa in a few months. Thanks again
krballa41 awesome choice. The 650 has a good amount of torque for the size.
I like your review and thoughts on this subject. This review goes hand in hand with Knight Riders review on this subject in many ways. I’m not really a Busa Guy because at my height, I feel there’s a little too much tucking I have to do with my legs compared to the comfort level I have on the ZX14. But good review
Thanks for letting me know how you feel. Night Rider has earned my respect from his honest videos and after seeing some of his I thought I would chime in. Thats what this community is about. Thanks for the sub also!
I agree with you…I ride a ‘22 BUSA and IMHO, riding and controlling a ‘BUSA is all about “POWER MANAGEMENT”. When you’re riding a hot bike like a ‘BUSA, “A LITTLE BIT GOES A LONG WAY”.
I’m not ashamed to admit that if I had personally bought a ‘BUSA for my first bike, THERE IS NO DOUBT THAT I WOULD HAVE KILLED MYSELF.
Good points. The point about bike reviews is particularly on.
I really like the look and i went to see bikes a yamaha r6 a kawasaki zx10r and a hayabusa the busa was very wide and heavy but had a comfortable seating position the other bikes felt like toys not a vehicle that can be comfortable and be fast when you want it i dont care much for cornering wheelies or group rides also so if you make a mistake and fall at a high speed on a 250 you wouldnt get hurt because its smaller more forgiving ?
juan rodriguez glad you found that the bike is comfortable for you! honestly you can get hurt on any bike no matter the size. But on a smaller bike there is less of a chance in my opinion to crash, since smaller bikes are lighter, not as much power to wheelie easily for a new rider. So the point is, the more power you have, the more responsible you have to be with the bike
My first bike was a 2006 limited edition hayabusa pearl white, I was 21, never even touched one and I was fine. No big deal.
Elioth Ayala you my friend are a rare breed. Keep it upright bro.
1st bike was a honda 250 naked for 3 years. Then 2011 busa. Took my time with it, was all good. At 5'10" could flat foot it no problem.
LemurKrazy thanks for sharing. I was on a ninja 250 for a few months but only stepped up to a 600
I had 2 GL 1000s in my past and have been riding a HD 1200 Custom Sportster screaming eagle for about the last 15 to 16 years, but a 2012 concours 14 caught my eye about, well in 2012. Anyhow I bought one last year (a 2012)(kept my harley), and have to agree with what the man first says in the video, you have to think about the weight. My Connie weighs 680 pounds without me and the rear side compartments on. I wasnt really appreciative of the weight and almost dumped it a couple times getting it in and out of where I park it. Weight and height. Its common sense though to start with a smaller bike and hopefully have grown up riding. If you buy a sport bike that big as your first bike, you are as the man hints, looking to get hurt. These bikes move, (my connie is 1352cc) of course one way to overcome the power of these engines and to keep them in check is to keep it in a higher gear which keeps the rpm's and the torque down. Of course a connie isnt a race bike but a sport tourer but its power would surprise you if you werent an experienced rider. Still though, how to proceed when you have made the first time buyers choice to buy, climb onto, and ride perhaps the fastest bike you have ever ridden? CAREFULLY!!! or dont do it.
FINE, I am a young teen and I have always wanted a Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa, but my entire family says I can own a bike, but not a liter bike or anything close to it. So I decided to save up for a CBR-250 for the size and mpg.
YOU'RE 1000% CORRECT IN MY OPINION. LITER BIKES AREN'T GOOD BIKES TO START OFF WITH IN THE BEGINNING. ONCE YOU DEVELOPE YOUR SKILLS FOR RIDING ON A SMALLER CC, YOU WILL REALLY APPRECIATE AND RESPECT THE POWER WHEN YOU MOVE UP TO THE 1000'S'S 1200'S 1300'S AND 1400CC'S HYPER MONSTERS..
Okay I’m 6’3 240 pounds and I want a sport bike. I’ve ridden a dirt bike some but want a street bike now. Any suggestions? I want something that can ride highway speed
Captain price was never 6'3 and 240. Maybe "leftenant" price haha. Nah man in all honesty start on a bike you physically feel comfortable on. and I'm talking ergonomics. I would assume based on the figures you would want to be a on bigger bike like the busa. Unless you can respect the power it will make you hate it. Sit on some bikes first and let me know what works best for you. Then maybe I can give a suggestion. If i had to close my eyes and just any bike I would say try a 650cc naked sport bike.
I'm 6'3 290 the busa was perfect for me then I gave it an 8" stretched which felt more comfortable but that's me
I was afraid to ride my busa the first day I bought it. I had the sales man take it down the street and switch gears before I got on, and used to ride in in highway mode for the city to kill the power...lol Later that year I felt like I wanted to upgrade the power. Hitting a bump at times would make it feel like it was going to take off without you.
Great Video and good points. I have had plenty of slips on mine but thankfully never wrecked it. Like hitting a bump and going airborn at 160mph, hitting corners harder than I expected and being forced to lean hard and of course slipping because the power kicks in to fast.
The only downfall is walking it backwards after parking it.
Thanks for checking out the video man, and really appreciate you taking the time to share how you feel. Trust me people are watching. I do hate backing that bike up. Ugh...
602_Busa Busa is #1 Choice to me. Turns more heads than any other bike on the streets. Has extreme performance, handle great and nice and heavy to tackle the highway winds.
#truth
Good review. I am one who definitely can use the throttle in a corner no problem....because I ride a big slow KLR 650. Slow but fun as haillll !!
I actually used to ride a Suzuki DR650 and I know exactly what you mean. I regret selling it now...
I’m 6”5 250lb and I think I need to start on something like this for my first bike
Bro! Same I went from an 07 cbr600rr to my 07 hayabusa in a year then this past winter I stretched it lowered it and did a -1/+2
Can you still corner?
602_Busa Hell yeah I can Corner! I kept the stock tire size and did a 12 inch stretch and it still leans just fine!! Really helps keep the front wheel down and I haven’t noticed much of a change in handling with the stretch!
Noah Eichler that’s a big stretch man. Personally I had a hard time cornering a buddy of mines bike that only had a 10in stretch. Wasn’t lowered but I had a hard time cornering that bike compared to mine. Just didn’t feel right. How much did you lower it?
602_Busa did he have stock tire size or was it a fat tire kit too?
I lowered the front 1 inch and the rear 3 inches
My first bike is going to be an Hayabusa- I will just have to see for myself.
blazzwhizz71 just take ya time and be careful with it man.
@@602Busa Thanks, l will. Picked it up Tuesday. I will keep it in c mode for about 6 months.
@@blazzwhizz71I don't see how you could get good at riding as a new rider doing that.
Hi. In my place there is a 2015 one with 4000 miles on it. Still in showroom condition. Just owning and staring at it would be an experience!!
I'm 60, in shape, ridden my whole life, started on the Honda mini trial 50. I did however take a long break while I was raising kids, running a business, but returned when I was fifty. I started on a small bike and worked my way up to BMW, over 1000cc but my dream bike is the Hayabusa. I'm watching alto of videos just trying to find anything I may be doing wrong and I have nothing to prove, so I feel I'm good to go. I would value anyone's advice. thanks Yall.
Sounds like you have some good experience. If you are person with a good head on your shoulders and can respect the bikes power, you will do fine.
Do it, or get a B King
Seat height much better than zx6.im 5"6, absolutely love it ! New guys dont know what dangers to avoid.not for newbies.does it really need to be said ? If you want to learn to surf , try the north shore !
I'm getting a 2002 hayabusa 13 next month, will be my first motorcycle, I'm not interested in showing off, its already has a chrome package, etc. I have had a small motorcycle, an large moped, I understand my throttle hand, & going around corners, it looks really good & it's what I want, & has good price.