Moto-Brian Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 was wondering that myself? trying to find out cuz I am actually curious.Repsol isn't Honda... They sponsor MANY different teams out there. Repsol in MotoGP is related to Honda because they sponsor that team, but it isn't a Honda product... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrome Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 So you mean i am allowed to put repsol products in my suzuki???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CbrGirl Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 Repsol isn't Honda... They sponsor MANY different teams out there. Repsol in MotoGP is related to Honda because they sponsor that team, but it isn't a Honda product...The thing is the booth had Honda all over it and there was life size picture of Nicky Haden in his Repsol Honda leathers on. Just kind a throws you for a loop! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playerpro153 Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 That's like putting a mercedes hood ornament on your buick. JK, but seriously, where was honda to represent their moto GP or world superbikes? And why the He!! wasn't KTM showing the new RC8. There were some disappointments at that show. Bimota wasn't there either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrome Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 it looks like it is the repsol booth not suzuki or honda. nicky represents repsol so that is most likely why his pic was there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxr750girl Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 it was just strange, nicky had on leathers with honda all over them and there was other pics with honda name thats all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 So you mean i am allowed to put repsol products in my suzuki????Yup... I do!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 it was just strange, nicky had on leathers with honda all over them and there was other pics with honda name thats allI understand if you aren't well versed in MotoGP and think only Honda is associated with Repsol. Repsol Oil Company is simply a major sponsor in racing. They support more than just the Honda MotoGP team. They use Nicky due to the fact that here in the States, he is well recognized by motorcycle enthusiasts...Kinda like Budweiser and Dale Jr. They aren't just NASCAR and Dale Jr. - they do a LOT more motorsport deals with other companies... Hell, this year, they are sponsoring a Dodge...Point is that it is simply marketing and the Suzook (Even though it looked like a pile of crud) represents and relates to other riders out there...Would it have been better having Nicky's bike there? Sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 I run Repsol synthetic racing oil... does that count Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 That's like putting a mercedes hood ornament on your buick. JK, but seriously, where was honda to represent their moto GP or world superbikes? And why the He!! wasn't KTM showing the new RC8. There were some disappointments at that show. Bimota wasn't there either.The RC8 is a 2009 model... they were showcasing 2008 models.Bimota??? Serious?Yes, Honda not having a MotoGP bike of Nicky's is kinda lame. It is the US show series and yet, there were no showings of any American racers in MotoGP.WSBK is a weird deal as the Hanes Spree team is probably not well recognized over here... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 I spent about 4 hours at the show Sunday. Sat on every 600 there and was surprised by how much I like the R6. RE: the ninja 250 - Did anyone else notice that it doesn't say "250" on it ANYWHERE? at least not that I saw. I don't mind that it's still not FI, but it's also like 35 lbs HEAVIER than the old model. A+ styling, B- weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 also funny - I may be the only one who cares because I ride an EX-500, but there was exactly ONE "ninja 500R" and at least 3 of every other model.I am betting there won't be a 2009 model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CbrGirl Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 I understand if you aren't well versed in MotoGP and think only Honda is associated with Repsol. Repsol Oil Company is simply a major sponsor in racing. They support more than just the Honda MotoGP team. They use Nicky due to the fact that here in the States, he is well recognized by motorcycle enthusiasts...Kinda like Budweiser and Dale Jr. They aren't just NASCAR and Dale Jr. - they do a LOT more motorsport deals with other companies... Hell, this year, they are sponsoring a Dodge...Point is that it is simply marketing and the Suzook (Even though it looked like a pile of crud) represents and relates to other riders out there...Would it have been better having Nicky's bike there? Sure.I don't think even us dumb girls assume only Honda uses Repsol... However, it throws ya for a loop when the big picture behind the bike is Nicky Haden... on a HONDA... and the cardboard cutout of Nicky next to the bike says Honda... and the pictures on the other part of the booth say Honda and Repsol... then what bike do they have there but a GSXR. Yes, Honda not having a MotoGP bike of Nicky's is kinda lame. It is the US show series and yet, there were no showings of any American racers in MotoGP.Would it have been better having Nicky's bike there? Sure.So, you make fun of us for not getting it, but then you agree that it shouldn't have been a GSXR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ICEMAN Posted January 29, 2008 Report Share Posted January 29, 2008 i know it doesnt have anything on her bike, im just sayin that gixxers in white look tight as fuk... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted January 30, 2008 Report Share Posted January 30, 2008 So, you make fun of us for not getting it, but then you agree that it shouldn't have been a GSXR.I wasn't making fun of anyone. I was just trying to figure out why the big deal over the GSXR? Nicky is MotoGP. If they had a CBR Repsol edition, it would have been out of place - he doesn't race a CBR...The GSXR comment was that it WOULD have been better. That GSXR looked like a pile of shit. I was really refering to the comment that there was no WSBK or MotoGP Hondas at the show...Relax. If I was making fun, I would have said "Hey dumbasses - KTM's GP bikes are sponsored by Repsol. It isn't just the RCVs that carry the logos..." That would have been poking fun...:grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted January 31, 2008 Report Share Posted January 31, 2008 That bike has nothing on gsxr750girl's bike!I do think Mandie's bike is pretty sexy....still has nothing on that new all black R1. That is sex on wheels!!!! Different strokes for different folks I guess! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BornSinner Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 It seems that WHITE is going to be the HOT color this year..... "You know what they say...Once you go WHITE...is so RIGHT...." :thefinger: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrnurse Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 How long does this show go for? I guess I would have went if I weren't in New England visiting Benyen Soljax.I probably am better off not seeing the Ducati 848 in person because then I will want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 It was just last weekend in Cleveland. It is in Minneapolis this weekend and it will be in Chicago the 8, 9, 10 of Feb. I will be there Those are the last two shows for this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 The Ducati 848 is nice, but damn it's low on power. I'm picking up the WHITE K8 this year for sure! Please hold till April/May for pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 I'm picking up the WHITE K8 this year for sure! Please hold till April/May for pictures. White 600 or white 1K? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessPratt Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 How in the world do u post pics on these forums? I wanted to insert some of my pics from the show and don't know how to use the URL image link??? I'm pretty clueless when in comes to computers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 How in the world do u post pics on these forums? I wanted to insert some of my pics from the show and don't know how to use the URL image link??? I'm pretty clueless when in comes to computers!And you're finishing up your MASTERS?? Try uploading them on photobucket or wherever you want to host them.Right click and highlight the url from the properties of the picture if the site you have them on doesn't provide it.When you paste the link/url of the picture in your post here, make sure the code is at the end of your link. Then WHALAH! You got a picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted February 1, 2008 Report Share Posted February 1, 2008 White 600 or white 1K?Oh dude, come on, the grand bay bay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted February 6, 2008 Report Share Posted February 6, 2008 It almost has the same power as a 636. In my opinion (key word, MY OPINION), I think 848cc should have more juice than what they gave it. It's a GORGEOUS bike though for sure. The jap bikes are known for the power though, so it's normal the 848 wouldn't be real high in power.Disclaimer: Don't flip on me Isaac's Papa. I'm not trying to start an arguement. It's just how I feel about the situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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