Taking the Hayabusa out for a spin! // What a BEAST!

[@wizrom3046]

YAY! I've been waiting for the Kate ride review because I own one of these beasties. 👍 Agreed about the throttle, it is quite a strong spring so you need some hand strength to keep the throttle open. Disagree on the clutch lever. Mine is a stock clutch lever and friction point is excellent, and nicely adjustable around the middle position. Your clutch or clutch lever is setup wrong. I've been riding for many years and this bike is the WORST EVER for pushing around, especially on wet grass lol. But, it is one of the nicest bikes for handling and cornering, really sweet, and sharp too. I wanted to say that they have decoded the ECU flash now, and the throttle maps show the ECU will not give the bike full throttle until 5000 rpm. That is the reason it feels so calm and beginner-gentle at lower revs but then becomes a wild beast above 5000. Moore Mafia has a couple vids on the busa ECU. Good to see you riding it in mode A! Thanks for the review, cheers from Australia. 😎

[@UsernameKate]

So, regarding the cluch... I think I put it down to the bike being used at an event day at Elvington (like a drag strip in the UK to those unaware). Lots of launching and I'd imagine lots of clutch slipping, i think it took a beating. I'd love to ride a demo that hadn't been on this day and see if it felt any different and we had adjusted the clutch to as close as it could be. But it really did make it pretty hard for me to ride which was a shame as I loved the bike!

[@wizrom3046]

@@UsernameKate ... I think it might be related to your Suzuki custom clutch lever? That might have different geometry to the stock one but really they should have got that right in the design. There is a mechanics adjustment down on the clutch itself, maybe someone fiddled with that when they installed the new clutch lever. I guess you tried all the 5 clicks on the lever adjustment knob? Sorry that something reduced your enjoyment of a bike that is so nice to ride! 🤔

[@UsernameKate]

@@wizrom3046 yea, we thought that too but didn't have one with standard levers to compare it to! Such a shame because I wanted to take it over hardknott pass in the lakes but not without comfortable control of the clutch. Yea, lever was adjusted on the closest setting. Oh well, an excuse to try again at some point! 😁

[@matthewholmes7597]

@@UsernameKate Hi Kate how you doing like the new bike sounds sweet as a nut

[@UsernameKate]

@@matthewholmes7597 hey! This isn't my bike. It was a loaner from Suzuki. I'm still not riding at the moment, had labyrinthitus for over a month now, thankfully, I've a fair bit of content edited and uploaded

[@KimTebrok]

I’m an old man now & hate pushing bikes around to get out of the garage. Gently dropped my Honda 1000cc, couldn’t pick it up & had to find help🥹 Well done lovely, lady biker. Really admire & respect you🙌🙌🙌

[@Munk-e5l]

Dropped a zzr1100 kwak a couple off years ago I'm no spring chicken when I say dropped lost its balance rollin it back off the drive on to the road laid it down said a swear word waited a min put my hands where I could grip and stood it up took in oxygen rolled back on my drive walked back indoors sat down my back 4 week in spasm till I walk out side not doin that again yes there where adult men just stood and watched did not offer any help at all

[@blwnova4155]

That KNOB in the Audi

[@UsernameKate]

🤣 keep you on your toes lol

[@waseemsultan7076]

1:55 Lol that was the cutest road rage I’ve ever heard.😂😍

[@UsernameKate]

🤣🤣

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

Lol 😆 all I heard was balls, rubber and vibration. Its the small things that make me chuckle 🤣

[@UsernameKate]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nigeltankard6977]

What a beast of a bike

[@michaelrandle4128]

Thanks for the tour Kate, throwing that around like a pro, nice to see your channels doing well and your enjoying riding, regards from the capital, Yorkshire.

[@UsernameKate]

Cheers Michael! I appreciate that 😊

[@michaelhudson8968]

I have the Gen 3 in White and the Gen 2 in white/black. Both bikes are phenominal in terms of performance but the Gen 3 has more mid-range power.......mostly where we mere mortals use it ! The ride by wire throttle is the reason for the 'stiffness' on the throttle grip. You will get used to it and when you turn off the cruise control its a forward twist to cancel it hence the multi-function throttle grip. Glad you love the Gen 3. Its a fabulous bike

[@jameshutchins3396]

This is one bike I have never ridden. So as always, love the ride and comments. Now to get you well again so the videos can keep coming

[@UsernameKate]

I need to get better asappp 😫

[@pollekepmtb]

Love the vlog Kate, well done. Hope you feeling better in the mean time. Big thumbs up👍👍🇳🇱

[@laurenmaguire8218]

The video I’ve been waiting for! So glad you got a good blast out on this before you started feeling unwell. Ace video as always, hope your on the mend soon my love! ❤️

[@UsernameKate]

🥰🥰 me too and when I'm better... WE SHALL RIDE 💪

[@jeffweier4824]

Back in 2013 I had a ride of mates 2011 Hayabusa for a couple of hours (he rode my 2012 VFR1200f) and we rode through traffic and later highway and mountain twisties. I found it a much smoother bike in traffic, just as good in the twisties and it definitely had more power than the VFR when you gave it the berries. The only downside for me was a more forward leaning seating position than the VFR and as I was age 51 back then I did start feeling discomfort. Still though, a truly great bike. PS: It's so very good to see you back riding again Kate.

[@UsernameKate]

Glad you got to experience the mighty busa! And unfortunately, I still can't ride. But I filmed sooo much when I was taking my health for granted and I had about a 2 month backlog! 💪

[@jeffweier4824]

@@UsernameKate Sorry Kate I thought you were back riding. I truly hope you're rid of Labyrinthitis forever as soon as possible.

[@He_Roll2024]

Thumbs up for an actual ride vlog for hayabusa.

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you! 😊

[@jcleare3571]

I must say another splendid review Kate. At 12:35 approx and heading in the other direction a few years back I was taking a P1 Subaru for a test drive, which I rolled over and wrote off. Embarrassing when I later went to pick up my serviced Imprezza from the garage who owned the car. We live and learn, apologises to them and the chap in the passenger seat 🙃😬

[@UsernameKate]

Oh lord 😬😬😬 and thank you! 😊

[@ianblythe2892]

Hi Kate really enjoyed this blog as I love the look of the gen 3 and thanks for your honest comments on the clutch etc and hope your feeling better soon take care and be safe

[@junglie]

You are a braver person than me & with my knackered back I couldn't even push it round in a carpark, well done lss!

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you!

[@Sergio-pe4gz]

Hi¡. Thanks for your review! I am an owner of this amazing bike. Same colour! . About riding position: comfortable (SportBike). Levers: my hands are small too!. I am agree with you. Power: in a road you can not use all the power of this amazing engine but you can enjoy and apreciate the Torque. The curve of Torque IS very lineal, all curve. It is perfect to overtaking or at the end of curve. Weight: 264 kg of course.... Muy general point of view...It is the bike of my Life. Best regards Kate. Sergio. Spain.

[@philliphicks3428]

Hi Kate. Another great review really enjoy your efforts to give us such a polished vlog. The big Suzuki is a mile cruncher thats for sure. Take care Kate hope your feeling better.👍

[@UsernameKate]

Hey Phillip, no change so far but thanks for asking!

[@robcreel4257]

I'm new here so I know this is way late, but you stopping to give your wrists a break tells me everything I need to know about this bike. As far as me riding it that is. I've always wanted to try it sometime but I don't ride sport bikes because my wrists get tired easy. Still I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@LowkeyAnnie]

Hi Kate, Awesome vlog, taking on the Busa, very impressed. Such a huge bike, you nailed it. Ride safe🏍💨💨💨💨 Anni from Oz 🇦🇺✌️👍

[@UsernameKate]

Cheers Annie! I bloody wish you were in the UK. I'd love to ride with you!

[@LowkeyAnnie]

@@UsernameKate if I ever get to Britain 🇬🇧 , I'll give you call... 🏍💨💨💨🇦🇺🇬🇧 Annie...👍✌️🖐

[@jimbalshaw7347]

My favourite bike of all time I've never rode the new one ive had 2 of the Gen1 ones for about 20 years they are a big beast to push around but once your moving brilliant there is that much power you can near ride them like a automatic you take care and ride safe

[@UsernameKate]

Haha they are so so smooth. Like silky smooth!!

[@markettradinggenius]

I would advise anyone, who owns the 2022/23 hayabusa to get rid of the OEM windscreen and get the Zero Gravity double bubble screen because the OEM screen put the wind right at your chin level but the Zero Gravity double bubble will put the wind at the top of your helmet ! This applies to anyone who is 5'4" tall to 6'2" tall !!!

[@Munk-e5l]

My gen 2 after market screen tinted with a add on top off screen to keep wind off the rider it fits on screen very secure and fully adjustable

[@jeffhallstrom2933]

I did replace the stock light smoke windscreen with the double bubble Zero Gravity, but made mistake of going full dark smoke , looks cool , but no good sight thru at night if you tuck in behind it !

[@stephenpotts8170]

Hi Kate, enjoyed your little run on the Busa, a few years ago I had two new ZZR1400 this sort of hyper bike really was under rated in as much that they are happy when you potter about on one, but give it the beans and warp speed comes very quickly, and even though they are long and low they can still hustle. But eventually the riding position and my aging frame led me down the GS route. Hope you get a chance to give it the beans safely, without losing your license. Thank you...

[@UsernameKate]

Yea theyre a great great bike to be fair and you hit the nail on the head about these types of bike!

[@billemond6695]

"I'm not a crackpot"... I love it, LOL... Good video Kate, well done...

[@UsernameKate]

Lol... if only he knew 😅

[@andrewrobinson8447]

I've got a gen1 'Busa myself. Nice to see a girl enjoying what these fantastic bikes have to offer. TAKE CARE!

[@maj301]

I really enjoy your reviews... A lot is your accent but your personality and quality content mean as much..Greetings from the USA

[@UsernameKate]

Aw thank you so much!

[@GARdotETH]

😂😂😂 "I'm not a crackpot" 👀

[@UsernameKate]

👀

[@davepyne62]

I have a gen 2 model and agree about the throttle I find when I'm on the motorway I have to move my hand round to hold it open comfortably. Probably my only criticism though as otherwise the thing is immense, I love it.

[@lastdimestudios]

I’ve gotta say you’re looking absolutely sick on that bike!!

[@andygrayson7485]

Brilliant video, you rode past my old house where I lived as a kid, nice Suzuki that.... purred like a cat !! So Cragg Vale is the longest decline/incline in England, beautiful valley, keep up the good rides 👍👍👍

[@UsernameKate]

Haha no way! And thanks Andy! 😊

[@andrewharrop7932]

Great bike but not for me I need to keep my licence 🤣🤣 great vlog Kate 🏍🏍👍👍

[@UsernameKate]

Haha!

[@toastopia1]

I feel ya moving the big bike around! I ride a concourse 14 and I am 5'8 and I got to move out of parking spaces by pushing it and then climb aboard! I am on my tippy toes riding that beast of a bike! one has to focus on where or how to park the thing!

[@grahamkingston980]

Great review, I have a Gen1 Hayabusa, ZZ-R 1100 & a FZR 1000 and the Busa is significantly more heavy to manoeuvre around the garage than the others. Lovely balanced bike on the road though, I'd love a Gen 3 to join the fleet!

[@AndySmith4501]

Back in 97 I bought a ZZR1100 and my mate bought a Busa. One day we decided to have a roll on competition from second gear up Wrotham hill in Kent, which back then was a popular stretch of road for speed testing. Within seconds of the nod, my mate was just a blip in the distance. My ZZR might as well have been a 250 superdream.

[@RedMoonRising24]

I have the same gen 3 Hayabusa in silver. I lowered 2” in rear which helped me balance it better, added a full Voodoo exhaust system (dropped 40+ lbs of weight from stock), Zero Gravity double bubble windscreen and most recently did the ECU flash and dyno tune. Not sure if y’all have the ECU flash update yet in Europe?? but we have it in the states. The flash helped the throttle response since it’s a ride by wire system it takes some force lol - Amy

[@UsernameKate]

Niceee!! That sounds BADASS! interesting, I didn't know that about the ECU!

[@shaftdrive7567]

40 lbs sheesh!

[@mikep.9371]

All that power and only a riders license to loose. I'd be afraid of the insurance quote even at my age Kate. Take care and get well fast ....

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Mike 😁

[@montha123]

I was never keen on the gen 1 or 2 in the looks dept but as soon as I seen the gen 3 I had to buy it & put a deposit on the first one that came into the country straight away , since July 2021 I have put just over 10,200 kms on it now & loving every ride on it since , great comfort & love the torque from the 1340cc engine, I use it as a daily(March to sept) here on the twisty back roads in Ireland cheers

[@richardsracingmad]

A good insight Kate, nice vid🙌

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you!

[@Mo-xx9gg]

Just picked mine up this week! Wow! Love your videos, Kate and your review sealed it for me!

[@UsernameKate]

Hope you enjoy it! its a fantastic bike

[@charleskay2605]

Good review! Had exactly the same issue with clutch lever as well as finding out the suspension settings were completely wrong (for anyone!) after picking my new bike! Don't you just love dealers and their PDI protocols.................!! Agree with all your points except having one as sole bike 🙂 - but still had to adjust mine to help this ancient body - bar risers, lower pegs and taller screen for comfort - 4 into 1 exhaust and carbon wheels to help lighten the weight - absolutely love it, so easy to ride slowly or making progress and with a bit of luck should see me out!

[@MauriceTarantulas]

Wowser what a beast! Hope you feeling better💪

[@UsernameKate]

Heyy, no change unfortunately!

[@tirpitz3859]

The hand numb joint, I know this feeling)

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

Cracking review and nice riding. I have a 2006 Gen 1 Busa (prefer the basic fully analogue dash TBH), bought it last September, 18 months after passing my test (aged 49) and a few thousand miles on a K4 GSXR600, i'm absolutely in love with it, the weight is a bit of a bind when moving it about (i'm not huge at 5'7") but small price to pay for the lovely ride, the weight makes it feel very stable and planted when on the move. The "big Gixxer" comment was spot on, i fitted a 1" bar riser to mine which made a big difference.

[@UsernameKate]

Nice one Dingo! Glad to hear you enjoy yours!

[@glynhannaford7332]

That riser sounds a v good idea bud. 👍

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

@@glynhannaford7332 Made a big difference and very easy to fit.

[@loconinja7046]

Lovely machine 😍 I'd have one in a ❤️ beat!

[@stephenjohnson7519]

You definitely have balls to ride a bike like that

[@UsernameKate]

🤣 it's a scary as you make it lol

[@karlwilkins3285]

Good video Kate love the varieties of bikes you ride 👍🏍

[@steverodwell2952]

I'm at the opposite end of the user bell curve. I'm 6'3". Long limbed. My brother had one, I have been tempted before, but, black and gold/copper yes please. It's low, really low and long. I am thinking yeah, I'll get one. Good seat of the pants, normal ride around the town review, like the rest of us would do if we owned one. Thanks.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Steve! I appreciate your comment 😊

[@grahamlees3199]

nice to see you around my neck of the woods kate

[@MotoBeemer]

I remember when this thing came out in the late 90's because I was riding in the 90's...lol. The MOST motor.

[@UsernameKate]

💪

[@spikeccx]

That road is sooo busy As you ride thro that vally the best roads are on your left up on that hi ridge , now as you come into hebden at the lights turn up that steep hill and keep left at any minor junction Take you to Burnley area eventualy via scotland !!

[@UsernameKate]

Really?!?! Well I never knew that!

[@spikeccx]

@@UsernameKate for you i would go m65 3rd exit for Burnley Turn back to town at BnQ roundabout, follow hospital signs Left past hozi left at mini roundabout Also gas on that road ! then up harlsyke you come to a cross roads Right and straight on can take you to hebden Go straight and your in Scotland, along that road take it easy babe Now theres a blind dip with right turn take that Now you are on a hidden secret for bikers , its a slow road but amazing . There are some signs but follow it up and over the valleys and moors down into hebden You will come out at the lights into hebden You have to go right then use turning circle to go to hebden At the turning place look straight across the road theres a load of warning signs , no thro road , ect ...well its not !!! Its actualy THE steepest road in England back up the ridge you just came down to another road that runs a different ridge line back into other side of Burnley Its a whole other world round there Lass Just like where i live now in eskdale Its why i got the littel terrain 125s

[@walterelmore1017]

Kate needs a cramp buster, a paddle that wraps around the handle so that wrist pressure easily suffices all day.

[@stuartwass6672]

Hi Thanks for the film, the smoothness sounds tempting. Oh and maybe the power too 😅

[@UsernameKate]

Very appealing 😁

[@tony547uk]

Great review Kate, Looks like a great bike and what a lovely route.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Tony!

[@clive4741]

That bumpy road is the longest continuous gradient in England. 968 feet of climbing in 5.5 miles ( Oliver Collinge Climb). Usually full of MAMILs in summer attempting it in the opposite direction to you. Great review.

[@UsernameKate]

Interesting!! And thanks!

[@hawkslayers1]

Your 100% correct on the 2 issues about the bike clutch engagement it is to long and throttle stiffness is the same for me, I fitted some moto cnc bar raisers and honestly it sorted out the throttle feel god only knows how but the clutch is the same but I’m used to it now after 1500 miles great review as always as my mum used to say firm but fair reviewer 😇

[@UsernameKate]

Ah glad it's not just me with those difficulties! A lot of people said I was wrong about the clutch but I'm only reporting on what I feel and what my experience of it was. Glad to know I'm not crazy... 😊

[@randyboisa6367]

Damn girl! You are a boss moto queen!

[@UsernameKate]

Haha I try

[@claywatson2439]

I don't think I've ever seen such large cans!

[@UsernameKate]

Not even on the gsxr? Haha

[@claywatson2439]

@@UsernameKate Ha, well played 🙏

[@genxkevin]

this is my fav bike to date. I love my silver gen 3 😍

[@UsernameKate]

Glad you love it!

[@nigelthomas5037]

Nice one Kate 👍 hoping to see Your review as I pick up mine next Wednesday I'll take note About the travel of the levers And the Clutch bite many thanks Ps they pull out in front of you as well here in Tasmania 😲

[@UsernameKate]

I think I put it down to the bike being used at an event day at elevington (like a drag strip in the UK). Lots of launching and I'd imagine lots of clutch slipping. I'd look to ride a demo that hadn't been on this day and see if it felt any different and we had adjusted the clutch to as close as it could be.

[@nigelthomas5037]

Wish me luck Wednesday 🇦🇺

[@stevenwatling3160]

Great ride Kate! She's a big beast and that sound track is awesome. I have a the last gen2 ( less tech) and also struggle pushing her around. Her weight is most apparent on steep slopes and I dropped her last week on her right side whilst stopped on a hill at a junction( off camber) as did the rider in front !)

[@UsernameKate]

Ahh it's easily done!! Hope there wasn't too much damage? 😬

[@thomaswebster6590]

I was up there doing my back to biking course. I've just bought my first big 🏍.. keep up the good work Kate

[@johnedwards1685]

Stupendous machine, always was. However, in an era when most motorcycles seem to have been designed by a challenged six-year-old with a transformers toy fixation, the Hayabusa still easily wins the “styled like a sack of goats” award.

[@enadolgel5504]

the angel who leads the demon, what an explosive cocktail ! 👹

[@brunanburh937AD]

Proper bumpy is that road down to Mytholmroyd, not the best but does get the suspension tested, once down into Hebden take the road over to Wycollar.. nice road, as they mainly are around there…

[@UsernameKate]

Ah thanks for the tips and I never really venture down there!

[@johnboy5156]

Another good job done by the wonderful Kate 👍

[@UsernameKate]

Cheers John boy!

[@sureshmohanneelmegh6151]

Lovely review , enjoyed it , im 66 and waiting for the bike. Since i will be graduating from a ninja 1000 and used to upright sitting i already have in hand the ABM handle bar set !

[@geecee4746]

That thing would scare the crap outa me😲😲

[@UsernameKate]

Nooo, you'd be fine!

[@saab93contdi]

Look at the cans on that!!! …looks a beast as you say…….Bet thats smooth as butter. Hope your feeling better? Stay safe .

[@UsernameKate]

It was so so smooth! And noo, still the same 😮‍💨 thanks for asking!

[@saab93contdi]

@@UsernameKate you must be climbing the walls not being able to get out?

[@UsernameKate]

@@saab93contdi yea it's worrying because what use is a motovlogger that can't ride 😅😅

[@Virgomans]

Fantastic review of hayabusa ..familiar here in the subcontinent like Gixxer .apart from Suzuki the manufacturer...truly world class 👍🇮🇳

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you!!

[@richardjones3112]

That engine noise is addictive.

[@andrewrees288]

Fair play to you , your enthusiasm for biking reminds me of how I felt years ago ( kids ago)🤣when I last rode , Er indoors has given me the green light for a bike one day soon , fancy a Duke 125 or 390 , really can’t wait 🥳🥳🥳💨💨 Keep up there great work Kate 👍

[@colinburnside4569]

Now i want to make this clear i have never ridden the Hayabusa. Friends of mine have . Just the weight of it is a problem.

[@UsernameKate]

A bloody lump 🤣

[@iainf6]

absolutely class bike🥰....one for the autobahns.....was the mill behind you at 21:10 the one that caught fire ? saw reports. Have spent loads of time in this area in the past. ... really appreciate your "test" rides as they show you what it's really like. Your health problems are constantly on my mind I do hope you get it sorted very soon 👍🤗👏👏👏

[@hornet346]

Amazing looking , bikes not bad either

[@UsernameKate]

Haha cheers

[@phantomrider22]

My dealership adjusts my clutch to grab that way also. Right at the end😒 They told me it was supposed to help control the clutch better so you don't stall it out taking off. I hated it and adjusted it when I got home. Lol.

[@UsernameKate]

This clutch was adjusted as close as possible and I still found it so difficult! :(

[@usmcmsgt5487]

Sweet baby Jesus had me laughing almost spit up my soda,,,, LOL

[@themayorofdipshittery3646]

I’ve had a Gen 1 & Gen 2 not sure my wrists and back would thank me for getting a Gen 3 😱

[@Danielsimpsonite]

Next time you get off at milnrow, head towards Huddersfield instead. There's some nice twisty roads and a big straight. Plus a great place to stop and enjoy the view, while enjoying an ice cream in summer.

[@peterhurst7066]

great video Kate, this is one of my local ride outs, Hebden bridge is lovely .

[@UsernameKate]

Glad you liked it 😄

[@markdelichte5401]

That's awesome I'm planning on getting the 1st Gen 99

[@motogordo1903]

I believe you already know my question regarding the Busa?😁 Something tells me that Beamer driver had better be glad your visor was tinted or he would have gotten the “Stank Eye”. Great review as always, technical feedback in real life terms with your special humor. Winning combo everytime!👌🏻

[@UsernameKate]

😁😁😁 thanks tomalom!

[@nononsenseBennett]

You might experiment with the suspension settings. It shouldn't try to throw you off going over bumps.

[@HayabusaEngineSoundCH]

Hayabusa is the best motorcycle in the world.

[@kevindarkstar]

Mmm bit of a sweeping statement considering the company it keeps

[@MrPotatochips4]

nice ride, about as sedate as could be possible with that much power, minimize risks and staying out of jail, the ditch, and the way of distracted drivers. I can relax and have confidence in your judgment. Pretty expert I say.

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you! 😊

[@CanenMyst]

I had a Gixxer tho K6, loverly bike but my back couldn't take it. Just as well as I would probably have got a ban on it, the power was so enticing.

[@UsernameKate]

Addictive that power!

[@borks30]

You look so badass on Hayabusa! 😎

[@UsernameKate]

Like a pea on a drum haha

[@borks30]

@Usernamekate Not at all Kate, more like a fighter jet pilot 🤟 Second crush after highway to the danger zone in top gun 😜

[@scotty_beast_rider]

I like the biting point to be close and not at the top... Pet hate. My old V Strom was at the top.... You get used to it but not the best. My Scrambler is perfect though 🙂 Great review Kate 👍

[@UsernameKate]

If you seen the size of my hands, I wish it was something I could get used to 🤣🤣

[@scotty_beast_rider]

@@UsernameKate 😂😂 I forgot you said that... I have sausage finger hands 🤣

[@MustyChapstick]

Crag vale is a bumpy old road, I cant imagine it being much fun on a sports bike. Hope you can get back out on the bike soon! Keep up the great work :)

[@UsernameKate]

Me too musty, me too! And thanks! 😊

[@Unky69]

Hi Kate. Good review nonetheless. The sceneries from the video were amazing indeed. I've been using the Gen 3 for three (3) months now. Due to the monsoon, its been rather 50:50 for weekend tour:commuting. The bike was purchased for commuting purposes. On the contrary, my only gripe is the gearbox actually. Once it is in Neutral (e.g. traffic stop, actual stop), it will not click into gear, like at all lol Need to wiggle the bike a bit back & forth a few times and only then it could click into 1st gear. For once, I had block the traffic due to my bike staying in Neutral when the traffic light had already hit green (kinda embarrassing actually lol) In another scenario, I'd park my bike and then putting it in 1st gear (it was on a declining surface), again, the gear refused to change upon clicking the lever. Furthermore, the engine also failed to start, even when I had pull the clutch while trying to have it started. Hence, wiggled the bike & the issue was solved. I've queried the issue to the authorized service center during my 1k km service, they had just brush it off as the "bike's character". Well, I can live with that. Just a strong reminder to myself not to fiddle on the gearbox once the engine is off. Since my stature is rather stocky and short , no issue on wrist or other significant body aches from the ergonomics. Though, I have found the seat height is rather compromising if I need to use both feet on the ground to "crawl" with the bike during heavy traffic. Hence, I had it lowered by 1.5" lol

[@joshparkey2018]

Love seeing tiny girls ride the busa ! Nice job on the vlog. Trips me out watching you ride on the “wrong side” of the road haha

[@rocketman9425]

You look at home and your best when track biking :-) Cheers from the US!

[@UsernameKate]

I love the track rocket man! 🚀

[@DatOldeBiker]

Hi Kate, thanks for the fun ride on the big bike. If you owned one of these maybe you'd get muscles like Xena! :>)

[@rahkal2662]

She push it around then said.."SWEET BABY JESUS"🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😁😁😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@UsernameKate]

Don't forget the gazelles! 🤣

[@cav581979]

Great video.. I love my, Baby Whale 😂🤣

[@johntaylor7592]

Another great vlog Kate... thank you 👌

[@UsernameKate]

Thank you for taking the time to comment! 😊

[@steveeisenberg2657]

I put a Puig windshield on my '23 and found that I can go 75 mph without getting my head buffeted around as with the stock windshield. It was good up to 65 mph. I also bought the eBay aluminum foot pegs which drop about 1.5". Now I am not so scissored-up on the bike, being 5'9". Bar risers will give me another inch or so of decompression and then touring will be feasible. Very good review; thanks.

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Excellent feedback. I am the same height and find the stock screen aims the windblast straight where I crack the visor open. Also fancy the lower footpegs and bar risers. Apart from that this generation of the Hayabusa is by far the best.

[@skunkspeed]

“I’m not a crackpot” 😂😂😂 love it!

[@elijames3041]

Awesome video as always Kate

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Eli 😊

[@cosef4491]

Love your commentary and honesty❤️😅

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Cosef! 😊

[@salem42salem42]

I stumbled onto your channel Had over 25 motorcycles over the years decided this year to buy myself a beginner bike again 250 ninja Love your channel I will keep watching

[@UsernameKate]

Nothing wrong with that! I hope you love it

[@stevieeplea5611]

Well hello Kate another great vlog looking forward to seeing it later on hope you are feeling better lovely looking forward to seeing you on 2 wheels soon wearing your leathers and swanky helmet and dark visor take care lovely from your friend in st Helens Merseyside only one username Kate 👌

[@UsernameKate]

No change yet dude but I'll keep you all updated!

[@stevieeplea5611]

@@UsernameKate take care lovely