After owning a few r-1's I thought that bikes could'nt get any better than this. Those were 1999 and 2001 models....then I rode a buddies 01 gixxer 1000......oh yeah!!!! sold the r-1 and picked up an 02 gix 1000. Best bike I have ever ridden or owned. Had to sell it after riding it for two years........picked up an 04 Hayden Replica RC 51............. Different..to say the least. Liked it at first then hated it. I believe you either love the twins or hate them, no middle ground. Just sold the RC to buy an 05 gixxer 1000 from a buddy who works for Suzuki Corporate. 2000 miles....immaculate condition.....all stock.....8500.00. Plus he's throwing in another complete set of plastics, two new rims with tires mounted, subframe, and a radiator...oh yeah, and an instrument assy. all for another 500 dollars. So for 9000.00 total its a No Brainer. Pick her up tomorrow.....let you guys know how she is!!!!!
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