Buy a brand new GS500/F and get $250 of free fuel.

[galahs]

Free Fuel For Suzuki Customers

 
04/07/2007

Suzuki Australia is helping ease the strain of rising petrol prices, with a $250* free fuel offer on selected models.

Between 1 July and 30 September 2007, inclusive, all buyers of the popular GSR600, GS500F or GS500, or the Burgman 650, Burgman 400 and Burgman 250 scooter will receive a Suzuki-branded $250* Caltex Fuel Card.

Available at Suzuki Dealers around the country, suggested retail prices (inc GST) on the applicable models are as follows: GSR600 $10,990, GS500F $8,290, GS500 $7,390, AN650 $12,990, AN400 $9,490, AN250 $8,990.

* Fuel card offer includes GST.

Interested customers should contact their local Suzuki Dealer.

[s4gs]

In todays Trader, Peter Stevens (Adelaide) has a full page spread on discounted bikes.
The GS500F is going for $7190 + on road & the GS500 is $6190 + on road. And you get the $250 fuel card.

Man, thats cheap. Bought a SV1000S four weeks ago from Kesseners. Maybe now isn't the best time to sell my GS.

[zephler]

man, that is cheap.... there was only $50 difference in price when I got mine (between Kessners and Peter Stevens) the decision made by the fact Kessners had the bike in stock PS had to get one in.... I paid $7,450 + onroads back in May and didn't get the fuel voucher so what they are going for now (+ fuel voucher) is pretty darn good 

how are you finding the SV?

ten months before restrictions are gone and I can upgrade 

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[galahs]

I tell you bikes are going very cheap atm.

My mate got a 2007 ZX-10R Special Edition for $14,200 + onraods

and you could get a ZX-635 for $10,990 drive away!

[s4gs]

how are you finding the SV?
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Can't flick it through the corners as easy as the GS & getting a few vibes through the right hand bar but other than that, i love it. The GS now feels slooooow.
Thought about the SV650, but with the discounting at the moment, i couldn't resist & went for the thou.

I tell you bikes are going very cheap atm.

My mate got a 2007 ZX-10R Special Edition for $14,200 + onraods

and you could get a ZX-635 for $10,990 drive away!

A mate just sold his 05 ZX-10. Hated the seating position but i fell in love with that engine.

I thought the 636 was no more? Just 600's for 07. But your right, now is the time to buy new.

[galahs]

Yeah the 636 is no more.

They were clearing old stock.

[reminor]

Can't flick it through the corners as easy as the GS & getting a few vibes through the right hand bar but other than that, i love it. The GS now feels slooooow.
Thought about the SV650, but with the discounting at the moment, i couldn't resist & went for the thou.

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So how is the overall transition from GS to a liter bike? I'd love to hear all the little details? In the future I see myself eventually moving into 1000cc territory (not because I dislike the GS but because I like just trying something new), but still affraid it may be too much for me to handle.
Do you feel comfortable with triple or so power boost? How about the weight? Did you ever feel you're about to loose control (dropped clutch, too fast into a corner, etc)? Things like that.

It maybe a great separate topic many people would love to read. After all we all dream (hidded or not) for something "better". Not better than GS per say, but better as in "grass is greener" 

Thanks!

[zephler]

how are you finding the SV?
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Can't flick it through the corners as easy as the GS & getting a few vibes through the right hand bar but other than that, i love it. The GS now feels slooooow.
Thought about the SV650, but with the discounting at the moment, i couldn't resist & went for the thou.

yeah, getting the thou keeps you from wondering "what if" had you got the 650 I guess.....  tossin' up between the SV 650 & 1000 and the DL 650 & 1000.... saw two very nice DL650's today on the run adelaide=> birdwood => walkers flat.... pity I was in the cage 

are you going on the 5 ferries run next sunday? I think its $10 meet at the park across from TTP (North East Rd) at 9am.... trying to get there bit 50/50 at the moment tho..... 

here is the ride link  (will post info below in case it doesn't work)

Sun Sep 23rd, 2007
[SA] Leukaemia Foundation 5 Ferries Run
Ride Class: 2 (hover mouse over rides classes at the right for a full description)

SABERS Inc. / Leukaemia Foundation 5 Ferries Run
"RIDE FOR A CURE"

Sunday 23rd September 2007
Riders to gather at Civic Park, North East Road, Modbury. 7.45am
(Across the road from T.T.P shopping centre)
Ride departs 9am sharp.
The ride goes up to Swan Reach and concludes at Langhorne Creek.
Lunch will be available at Murray Bridge.
Entry $10.00ea – includes badge or arm band.
Poker hands will available $5.00 per hand
(Winning hand $40.00)
This is our major fundraiser ride for the Leukaemia Foundation.
All money raised will go directly to the L/F

COME ON - JOIN IN THE FUN
For further information or enquiries, please contact Bryan: 0419 818448

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[zephler]

the above was a great ride, lots of riders with the windy conditions being the only negative. From what I seen there were 3 GS500's present  amongst a great assortment of bikes.

there are some great pics of the ride on the website (link below), hit the gallery link, then 5 ferries run 23rd september 2007... look for the GS500F (blue 'n white) on page 5    

http://www.sabers.com.au

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[galahs]

That you riding past the BP servo?

Looks like a good event. Good turn-up 

[zephler]

yeah, first time I'd been on a group run... lotta fun 

not sure about the BP pic, but this one is me @ 115km/h

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[galahs]

 

How do you like the touring screen?

[zephler]

yeah, not bad... I still cop the wind but not as much as with the stockie... also is easier (and more comfortable) to duck down under the wind with the tourer...   

[galahs]

I've got the double bubble and it stops most of the chest buffeting I used to get, my helmet still stocks it.