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XJ 550 Seca test in Two Wheels magazine

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by RangerG, Aug 3, 2009.

  1. RangerG

    RangerG Member

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    Attached test appeared in the May '82 issue of Two Wheel magazine. An Australian publication I believe. Their bike had the twin disk option on the front that was not sent to North America. I hope you can read this. Sure makes these bikes good.

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    Kickaha Active Member Premium Member

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    I don't need to be able to read that I have an original copy of the magazine :lol:

    The first road bike I ever rode and the first bike I ever exceeded the 100mph mark
     
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    I think I've done 100 mph on mine. Speedo only goes to 85.

    Does anyone else think the stock faring is ugly?
     
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    Was it designed by George Lucas?
     

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    Haha, that was bad... but oh so good.
     
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    YES. (Check my gallery.) I think it clashes with the lines of the bike. It also makes the front end heavy and affects steering and "flickability," IMO.

    My speedo now goes to 150; it's easy to break 100 since 8 grand in 5th is well over 90...
     
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