2000 v11 Sport - what a great bike - can't wait for many more miles! Rides like it is smaller than it is; sounds like no other: I love the styling (one of the best looking naked bikes out there, and I like a healthy rear end ) Shifts are a little rough and it has taken me a little time to get used to the off throttle characteristics. I was originally in the market for a Suzuki TL1000R, and am very glad that I wound up here.
Repairs completed:
Oil cooler brackets
Front brake switch
Modifications:
Rizoma bar end mirrors (class retro) - great look and solved alot of the bar vibes
Problems:
Shifter has locked on me a couple times; plus a couple missed upshifts. Sounds like a new spring is in my near future...
Sometimes stalls coming to a stop coming off a freeway or speeds over 50mph
Maintenance list:
It needs the 6k mi service, so lots to do there this winter -
Needs tires
Change fork oil (and upgrade to heavier springs)
Oil change
Plugs
Transmission/final drive fluid replacement
Valve adjustment
TPS adjustment/throttle body sync
Flush brake and clutch fluid
Would also like to tidy up the tail; not sure what I'll do there. And it probably isn't on the list $ wise, but I would like a new seat.
Couple of questions -
1. The stalling when coming to stop - the bike has Mistral cans and K&N pod filters, but no updated ECU or aftermarket engine controls. Could that be the cause? It does not pop on decel or show any indications of running lean (pinging or the like). Should a PC III be my next modification? I could probably swing it...
2. Trying to decide on a gear oil; I have looked at a lot of threads - anyone with long term experience care to chime in?
3. Experience with tires would be appreciated - I ride mostly street/touring. I would like something that performs, but I can get some miles out of it. Pirelli Angel Sport Touring?
Thanks all for the great forum and the previous information you have worked so diligently to keep together.