RE: HOLY SH*T!!!!! INSANE!

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RE: HOLY SH*T!!!!! INSANE!

RE: HOLY SH*T!!!!! INSANE! 
Alf said 2008-04-28 12:11 
 
Hey, interesting stuff.
I had a 1988 GPX 600 R in the (seldom seen) Pearl White and Navy blue scheme (is a photo of this scheme on this site under 1988 GPX 600). Bought it around 1991 and sold it sometime in 1998, I was the second owner from new. When I got it there was 30000km´s on the clock - sold it with 73000kms. Great bike, was reliable but around 65000km´s the clutch started slipping - indicating worn plates. I had the flush mount indicators - very slick. Performance wise - I thought the bike was a little weak down low (forgettable first gear) - it seemed to hum at 140-160kph (don´t ask me to figure out mph...). I personally think they get a little light at the front end because the 16inch rims are the brain child of a sushi-eating maniac...funny enough a couple of years later most of the bikes were back to 17inch rims for better stability.
I once wiped off the end of one footpeg...was impressed with that - you´ll know how bloody high they are. The old Kracker was a real piece of work - and my favourite bike. A little nuts, with plenty of personality.
Did a lot of touring on it with saddle bags etc...now that´s living.
 
 
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