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Message started by Rogue_Cheddar on 08/29/06 at 18:26:28

Title: Greetings from a new rider
Post by Rogue_Cheddar on 08/29/06 at 18:26:28

Hi all, I just want to say what a great site. I recently purchased a 1995 red Savage with just under 8000 miles for a paltry $1200. The bike is a lot of fun. I'm a new rider so the size is just fine while I get all me stupids out of the way learning to ride. I hope to take the rider safety course before the end of the season and get the permanent license. I bought the Clymer's manual and already swapped in a new drive belt as the old one had a rupture that the previous owner was unaware. The manual was quite handy as I'm not an ace mechanic but don't mind turning a wrench or two if I can. Most quotes from the stealerships for the belt change was anywhere from $275 to 500, the belt being around $162 by itself. So I dood it myself, and wasn't too traumatized. The bike is in good shape, just a few scuffs from an apparent low speed drop, no real damage except some scratches to paint on fender and tank and left front fork. I'm riding the bike totally stock for now but hope to do some of the usual mods that have been listed on this site, over the winter.

I'd like to touch up the paint but I'm not sure what the color match is. The Colorite site did not have a listing for a 95 red savage. Does anybody know what paint match I could use? I think I could airbrush away some of the scratches. Thanks. Again this is a wonderful site that has given me a lot of info in a very short amount of time. I hope to be able to contribute some in return. Rogue.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by Trippah on 08/29/06 at 19:00:41

welcome, not sure of the right red..perhaps an opportunity for color change? Anyway, enjoy yourself. it's fun.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by azjay on 08/30/06 at 06:23:40

welcome, the problem with reds and blues, is that they change color with exposure, so a match will be difficult if not impossible using color code alone. a chip match from an automotive paint store may be a better choice, and it may be the same red used on suzuki samari ? good luck

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by divecop on 08/30/06 at 10:26:45

Welcome to the site...glad you found us...

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by Tim_C on 08/30/06 at 15:24:59

Welcome....all wisdom shall come to those who browse

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by Brewbrother on 08/30/06 at 17:28:36

have you considered pearl white?? Its a very pleasing color on this bike.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by RadarORiley on 08/30/06 at 18:35:23

get you some flames from www.cyclegraphics.com to cover the scratches.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by SavageDude on 08/30/06 at 19:43:35

Trippah wrote:

welcome, not sure of the right red..perhaps an opportunity for color change? Anyway, enjoy yourself. it's fun.

What's wrong with red ;D It's is a very visible sight for the cager + Cops :o. So don't get too wild on the beast. Welcome aboard.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by lancer on 08/30/06 at 20:45:01

Welcome to the place.

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by klx650sm2002 on 08/31/06 at 02:53:11

Hi and welcome,
Now is the time to fit a Raask pipe and then of course you could fit a Mikuni VM38 which Lancer will willing sell you, and then you could fit the carb with a UFO and a Dial-A-Jet kit. Then there are the ergonomics, different bars, pegs and seat. And finally paint.
Just kidding, but there is a lot of stuff you can do to the Savage.

Clive W :D

Title: Re: Greetings from a new rider
Post by Rogue_Cheddar on 08/31/06 at 18:34:29

Thanks for all the warm greetings, speaking of warmth, I coulda used some of that on the ride in to work this morning, Dyamn! It was cold. I guess Summer is over here in Mass.