Hi there

Hello there,

I'm gazz, from nottingham,

Getting back into bikes after a 3 year layoff, last bike was a transalp 650, was great to ride, but having arthritis that was getting worse ment it was getting harder and harder to get me leg over, so sold it and stuck with me smart car,

that is untill i could no longer resist the call of the open road on 2 wheels,

I'm looking to get a VL800, as new as possible for about 4 grand,

last cruiser i had was a yamaha virago 535, was going to stick with the yamaha brand and go for the dragstar 650, but i don't like how they still use carbs on that engine, and all reports about the 650 say it's a great bike, shame it lacks top end power,

Not that i am a speed demon at all, hate the pocket rocket style bikes, always loved the 'sitting in a laZee boy' riding position, and with that goes the bimble around the countryside enjoying the scenery riding style i so much prefer.

My GF has never been on a moving bike, she may love it or hate it, have to be carefull how i introduce her to riding, she's worried she'll fall off, so a sissy bar is a must (something i'd have even if i never carried a pillion as it make this style of bike look complete)
So that'll take care of her fear of falling backwards, she's scared she'll fall off sideways when we go round a corner tho.... anybody got any recomendations for chromed ratchet straps :)

Anyway, at the moment i'm reading all i can about these bikes, waiting for some money to come through, then i can start the search for my perfect bike to buy, and get down to customising it.

hope you get your bike soon, my daughter love's it on the back of mine with a sissy bar, as the saying goes "get on, hold on, and shut up.

Hi and There is a VL800 in the for sale and wanted section in The Shopping Mall on the site, might be worth checking out.

Welcome Gazz, I hope you find what your looking for mate.
For the money your prepared to spend you will be able to get a perfect example with very low mileage.

Greetings, and welcome to the site, I hope you find what you are looking for, its a great bike to own

Hi and welcome Gaz,hope you find the right bike,these 800's are boss m8,and as docile as you want them to be,your gf will love it.

hi gazz you'll love the site and yer other half will love the bike.

Gary. Great choice of bike! My Mrs. was a bit scared of falling sideways so we got 'love handles' which go round the rider's waist and the pillion can hold on nice and tight. Those with the sissy make riding the Intruder dead safe - well Mrs. B ain't fallen off yet!

Thats because you ain't really trying hard enough John

oh i've got big enough love handles built in

Actually that's a damn good idea, seen them advertised years ago, forgot all about them,

gotta be easier than fitting a seat belt.

Welcome Gazz, enjoy the bike and the site mate. we are a friendly bunch on here and I am sure you will soon feel at home

Hi gaz I got mine 2 months ago 2011 800 for 4.500 so it should be easy to get a good one for 4.000 - welcome to the site

i would stretch my budget if i could get one as new as that,

unfortunately there are so many dealers asking almost the same price as new for 2, 3 and ever 4 year old bikes, it'll take me a while to find the bike for me,

i really love the baby blue and white version, but that's probably an american colour choice, seems to be 99% black ones over here.

gazz wrote:

i really love the baby blue and white version, but that's probably an american colour choice, seems to be 99% black ones over here.

Blue or black for the newer ones Gazz, that's all the choice you got mate !

Hope you get sorted mate, enjoy the site, there's loads of good tips and advice on here and some good guys

Hello from Romania!

Hello from Romania!

Hey Gazz

from sunny Manchester.

Bloke I know from another Suzy forum is looking to part ex a VL800 - I'm sure he'd be interested in selling too. Here's the thread:

https://www.suzuki800.com/t1190-swapsy-anyone

cheers & good luck with your search