New From SA.

[jimwilly]

 Hi everybody just an update on the ST. purchase, got finance approval last Thursday but local credit union a bit lax on the follow up. I should have a cheque today sometime........ hopefully.

[Marcus]

Nice

[Streak]

well done! your going to have to come to national rally 15th-17th March, and show it off to us once you pick it up 

[jimwilly]

 Sorry I finish 3 weeks leave this Monday will be working over rally weekend, depending on what shift I'm on I may be able to get down that way for a visit.

[StinkyPete]

Sorry I finish 3 weeks leave this Monday will be working over rally weekend, depending on what shift I'm on I may be able to get down that way for a visit.

Can you at least make it for Saturday Night's dinner at the Middleton Tavern?

[Streak]

Sorry I finish 3 weeks leave this Monday will be working over rally weekend, depending on what shift I'm on I may be able to get down that way for a visit.

no worries at all, we are having the meet and greet friday night, or the main dinner on saturday night if that suits you, you dont have to bring the bike you can just pop in and meet the faces 

[jimwilly]

Thanks again I'll check the roster when I get a chance.

[Diesel]

Hi there Jimwilly - great score mate!

I happen to believe that Candy coloured '04s are the most outstanding model that Honda have ever manufactured. What's more, they seem to attract very astute, intelligent and charismatic gentlemen to showcase them around the land. Oh the others are fine too, but the red '04 ST13s seem that cut above.

Well spotted - you obviously have a keen eye for quality and craftsmanship!             


Welcome aboard.


Cheers, Diesel

[jimwilly]

 At last I've finally taken delivery of the ST. I picked it up from honda world this morning.
Took it for a run through the hills, Mt. Torrens, Tungkillo and home rides great and has better acceleration than I expected, top gear roll on hit 160 k's surprizingly quickly.
The only thing I noticed was a slight vibration from the front of the motor riding through Adelaide.
I was in 3rd gear, gave the throttle a bit of a tweak up to 70 or so and it seem to vibrate a small amount.
This happened more than once, hoping this is a quirk.
All in all Im more than happy, especially the screen, too much wind noise up goes the screen, hey presto
 nice quite smooth ride.
Off again in the morning.

[Biggles]

I can't wait to get on those high speed S.A. Autobahns   

Your vibration just sounds like a simple harmonic effect.  Maybe you're being hyper-sensitive.  If the motor is smooth the rest of the time and everything else seems normal then that would be my guess.

[Gavo]

Hi there Jimwilly - great score mate!

I happen to believe that Candy coloured '04s are the most outstanding model that Honda have ever manufactured. What's more, they seem to attract very astute, intelligent and charismatic gentlemen to showcase them around the land. Oh the others are fine too, but the red '04 ST13s seem that cut above.

Well spotted - you obviously have a keen eye for quality and craftsmanship!             


Welcome aboard.


Cheers, Diesel

where is the vommitting smilie when you need one !

[Sabie]

Mine vibrates all the time.....its just the awesomeness of the raw blue power...



Sorry, that may have been a little over the top

[Gavo]

Mine vibrates all the time.....its just the awesomeness of the raw blue power...



Sorry, that may have been a little over the top

Not at all over the top

Sums it up just fine 

[Wild Rose]

Good to see you are finally getting to enjoy the ST  

[StinkyPete]

At last I've finally taken delivery of the ST. I picked it up from honda world this morning.

Nice to hear she's now yours, and your enjoying the comfort, power and handling.   How about posting a us a photo.   In regard to your vibration, ask the guys at Honda World.   They have serviced my bike since I bought it, and I'm confident you'll get good advice from them.

[jimwilly]

Thanks for the advice, put another 160 k's on this morning while the rest of the family was still in bed.
I think maybe it's just an ST thing in regards to the vibes.
Had a great ride, bit breezy but the extra kilo's help keep the bike on track, thats the bike not me....errr well maybe some of mine.