Author Topic: Pictures of Bandits replacement (Read 7202 times)

FlyingTurtle1 · « **on:** April 10, 2005, 02:21:56 AM »

Well folks here's what replaced my poor burnedup Bandit.
www.bikepics.com/pictures/328130
also 328131,328132 and 328133
I've put about 400 miles on it sense last sunday and I'm pretty pleased so far. Funny that the V-Twin doesn't seem to have the torque of the Bandit ..you gotta tap dance a little more on the shifter to keep 'er where you need 'er but it's been fun learning! Got a Givi trunk for her the other night hope the rack and brackets show up this week so the better half won't feel like she's flying off the back!

Red01 · « **Reply #1 on:** April 10, 2005, 02:46:09 AM »

Almost as nice looking as the red one.

aussiebandit · « **Reply #2 on:** April 10, 2005, 04:12:50 AM »

I do like the Aprilia - nearly bought one instead of the Bandit, but the bank manager said no.

I test road the '02 model and found exactly the same thing - tap dancing on the gear lever until I started treating 6th as an overdrive on the long boring bits. The wifes ex boss (Aprilia dealer) put on a set of ART pipes and said that it considerably improved performance across the rev range but particularly the mid range.

PeteSC · « **Reply #3 on:** April 10, 2005, 06:42:11 AM »

Did they 'write off' the Bandit, Terry?
I know you were ready to get rid of it, after all the hassle with the oil problems.

Glad you got some wheels for the summer, though!

smooth operator · « **Reply #4 on:** April 10, 2005, 07:39:21 AM »

Thats a awsome bike. They sure recieved great reviews in all the bike magazines that I've read.

Swamp Rat · « **Reply #5 on:** April 12, 2005, 06:08:02 PM »

Pretty sweet! Looks like it has a similar riding position as the Bandit. What size is the engine?

Red01 · « **Reply #6 on:** April 12, 2005, 06:58:32 PM »

From the Aprilia site:

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Engine
Longitudinal 60° V twin four stroke, with patented AVDC system (Anti-Vibration Double Countershaft)

Fuel
95 RON lead-free

Cooling
Liquid cooling with three-way pressurised circuit.
Double radiator.

Bore and stroke
97 x 67.5 mm

Displacement
997.62 cc

Compression ratio
11.8:1

Valve timing
Double overhead cam with mixed gear/chain timing drive, four valves per cylinder.

Maximum power at crankshaft
114 HP (84 kW) at 9,250 r.p.m..

Maximum torque at crankshaft
94 Nm at 7,000 r.p.m.

Fuel injection
Integrated electronic engine management system.
Indirect multi-point electronic injection.
51 mm diameter throttle bodies.

Ignition
Digital electronic ignition with TSI (Twin Spark Ignition) with two spark plugs per cylinder.
Ignition timing integrated in the injection control system.
DIAC (Dynamic Ignition Advance Control) electronically controlled ignition timing.

Starting
Electric starter

Lubrication
Dry sump with separate oil reservoir. Circuit capacity 4 litres.
Double trochoidal pump with oil cooler.

Gearbox
6 speed.
Transmission ratios:
1st 35/14 (2.5)
2nd 28/16 (1.75)
3rd 26/19 (1.368)
4th 24/22 (1.091)
5th 22/23 (0.957)
6th 23/27 (0.852)[/list]
Clutch
Multiple disk in oil bath with patented PPC power-assisted hydraulic control

Primary drive
Straight toothed gears. Transmission ratio: 60/31 (1.935)

Final drive
Chain. Transmission ratio: 43/16

Frame
Sloping parallel twin-spar frame in aluminium alloy.
Removable high strength steel saddle mount frame.

Front suspension
Showa 43 mm upside-down fork with adjustment for compression, preload and rebound dampening.
120 mm wheel travel.

Rear suspension
Single member aluminium alloy swing-arm. APS (Aprilia Progressive System) linkage.
Sachs hydraulic monoshock with adjustment for compression, preload and rebound dampening.
Wheel travel 120 mm.

Front brake
Brembo double floating disk in stainless steel, Ø 300 mm.
Calipers with four differential 34 and 30 mm pistons. Sintered brake pads. Freudenberg brake lines.

Rear brake
Stainless steel disk, Ø 255 mm. Floating calliper with two 28 mm pistons. Freudenberg brake lines.

Wheels
Sand cast aluminium alloy
Front: 3.50 X 17"
Rear: 5.50 X 17"

Tyres
Radial tubeless;
Front: 120/70ZR17
Rear: 180/55ZR17

Dimensions
Maximum length: 2,170 mm
Maximum width: 740 mm (at handlebars)
Maximum height: 1240 mm (at windshield)
Seat height: 820 mm
Handlebar height: 940mm (at bar ends)
Wheelbase: 1,435 mm
Trail: 98 mm
Steering angle: 25.6°
Electrical system: 12V
Battery/Alternator: 12 V 12Ah /470W
Tank Capacity: 21 litres, 5 litre reserve

LowRyter · « **Reply #7 on:** April 12, 2005, 08:08:32 PM »

I took a test on the Falco model a couple years ago.

nice bike.......

B12Teuton · « **Reply #8 on:** April 12, 2005, 09:18:33 PM »

I rode a Mille R at an open house

That was a mistake

Good work Terry! At least someone is moving up in the world.

FlyingTurtle1 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 13, 2005, 12:27:14 AM »

Yes I am a happy guy! And Red you found that stuff before I did..Pete you won't believe what they did with the Bandit

I traded the bike's on sunday, they WERE supposed to have it done on monday well in the trade I got a new rear tire thrown in the deal for the Aprilia. Saturday my better half went to pick up the new tire and my E-vest cord which I forgot on the Bandit...They shoved it in the back and left it with the new pistons hangin'out, the head in a box and the cylinders on the studs!! They said sense it's our's now we gotta get other customers bikes done first, yet they wanted me to lower my trade price 'cause they wouldn't be able to put it right out on the sales floor. Yes the riding position is very close to the Bandit feels somewhat the same but yet very different (if that makes any sense). The seat is longer, more room to move around, but I think the biggest difference is the suspension. Very adjustable. And the power delivery. I believe it would be a damn close drag race with equal riders. Like I said they feel alot the same but very different.
I've put about 650 miles on it sense the 3rd. and am still figuring out some things luckly this internet IS a great source of info...like there was NO owners manual in the bike and NOBODY knew how to check the oil, you gotta check it HOT! Glad I'm learning to use this ole 'puter better and can keep learning. Also glad I can stay in touch with all you Banditos. The Bandit might be gone but the FlyingTurtle is gonna hang around this site as long as you'll let me. Hope everyone has a great week, and keep the rubber side down, ride safely! Have Fun!

Red01 · « **Reply #10 on:** April 13, 2005, 02:07:31 AM »

Like I said, you can stay, but you need to update your sig...

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Terry Humphreys
'01 Silver
ZG Double Bubble
Scorpion Slip on
Givi Bags & Trunk

FlyingTurtle1 · « **Reply #11 on:** April 14, 2005, 10:43:07 PM »

Sorry Paul, thought I did that last week

PeteSC · « **Reply #12 on:** April 14, 2005, 10:59:09 PM »

Cool, Terry! Happy riding!

GaryB12VA · « **Reply #13 on:** April 15, 2005, 10:42:17 AM »

Quote from: "B12Teuton"

I rode a Mille R at an open house
That was a mistake

I agree Manny. I test rode a Mille at the Carlisle Summer Bike Fest 2 years ago. One of the most uncomfortable bikes I've ever ridden. And the vibes from the V-twin made both my hand numb in about 15 minutes.

Red01 · « **Reply #14 on:** April 15, 2005, 07:42:23 PM »

Somehow, I get the feeling Manny had a different outlook on the Mille, Gary...