First off, congrats on the new site - well done to all involved.
I have an 1125R on demo for 3 days. Will do a review once finished but have some initial questions.
NB: this is not a criticism of the 1125R - I reckon I have a very ratty demo but would like to identify its problems...
To put things in context, I reckon this is an early 08 bike and I would be surprised if any recalls/mods have been done.
First off, this bike has a really nasty whine from the transmission(?) when on the overrun. Really very loud, sounds like an old Allegro (don't ask me how I know) when pulling up to the lights. Sounds like it's coming from the transmission, although I guess it could be the rear wheel bearing (bike has 2800km).
This bike has more vibes than my City X. At 5000RPM they are really uncomfortable. It also seems to run out of steam at 8000RPM.
The tube that vents off the passenger left hanger... is that the fuel tank breather? Holy petrol vapours!!!
Rolling off the throttle and then on picking up again, I can feel (and hear) a solid clunk somewhere: suspension, transmission? Wherever, not good.
Ideas on what's wrong with this example? I will pass on to dealer. For sure, as it stands, this bike wouldn't encourage me to buy one (and surely that's the idea of a demo).
BTW. I'm not very technical but there is some sort of leak on the left hand side of the motor - would this be the infamous clutch problem?
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