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    New CycleWorld

    New C/W came yesterday with a short V-Max article and interview with the chief of design. No performance data of ride test yet. The designer said the speed limiter was for safety. They feel that an unfaired bike should be kept under 140mph.
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    how quick? put your name to it!

    10.40's. The speed limiter is going to be an issue. Bypass the limiter and 9.70's would be my guess.
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    How much is thing going to cost if it goes on its side?

    Less than a current model sport bike. If my Aprilia Tuono tipped over in the driveway it would cost an easy $5k in just carbon fiber replacement. Frame sliders are your friend.
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    I say 9.5 ET....stock, with drag radial....

    Cycle World predicts a low 10 possibly a high 9. They think the neutered top speed is going to hurt the 1/4 time. I agree. By pass the speed limiter and a mid to low 9 should be within grasp.
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    When will first magazine covers appear?

    New Cycle World came today. Mr Max is on the cover. Cracking it open now to see what is inside.
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    Laconia Has the '09 V Max on Display

    That exhaust has to go. Hopefully the aftermarket will jump on the V-Max wagon.
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    Oh Fuck Ya Baby !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I would be more than happy with 32mpg. My V-Twin 1000cc 130whp Aprilia only gets 25-27mpg if I ride half way reasonable. Fuel light is on at 100 miles consistantly. At about 115 miles you are walking. It is fuel injected. Same goes for my 550cc Supermoto, about 25 mpg. That one I only get...
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    137 MPH governed MPH WTF ?

    If it's an electronic govenor they are easily over come with the addition of a power commander or in some cases a simple wire clip. The first generation ZX-12 were govenored at the magic 186 mph. There was a single wire going to the ECU if clipped took out the govenor. There will be ways...
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    First official '09 burnout on video

    Wow, the stock exhaust note sucks! Choked down so bad it almost sounds like an I-4. I knew it wouldn't be real loud but they at least could have let a little rumble through. Aftermarket should do well here.
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    Oh Fuck Ya Baby !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Not here. My wife was shocked and a little bummed that I haven't ordered it yet. She is glad to see something she can ride on the back of. My other two bikes are strictly solo.
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    Are you hovering???

    Exactly my thoughts. Once the hype is gone prices will come down. Unfortunately that usually signals the beginning of the end. I would love to add one to my stable but at $18k it won't happen this year. $18k opens the door to some very exoctic machines. Or a ZX14/Busa turbo and $$ left for...
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    CycleWorld VMax story is now out!

    What is up with governing the top speed. 137 mph or 143 mph for a 1/4 mile? If this is going to RUN 9.XX's the trap needs to be higher than 143 mph.
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    Oh Fuck Ya Baby !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Thank you. You too. My taste and interest is all over the board.
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    Are you hovering???

    My bet is after the initial "rush" to buy Star/Yamaha will be discounting to move them. My 2004 Aprilia was a 1 of 200 made that retailed for just under $20k. I bought mine new in 2005 for under $15k. Good things come to those that wait.
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    Oh Fuck Ya Baby !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Like most of you, I have been waiting a long time for this bike. Mixed feelings. There is a lot to like but plenty I could do without. For now I will join the wait and see crowd. $18k is pretty crazy money but today's exchange rate sucks bad.
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