To chop or Not to chop this is the question

[q monster]

just had my S2R1000 cut and put on a competition werkes end on - much nicer look. now all i need is a new smaller number place to fit better between my spark cans. i'll post a pic when i work out how to do it!

[CairnsDuc]

I have often thought about it, but with my bike being a daily rider, and with our wet season up here in Cairns being about 2 months long, I think I won't be chopping at any time soon, I like the look, but I just think it would cause more hassles in our tropical weather, I prefer the extra protection from the Shit the rear wheel throws up.

[Dockstrada]

I have often thought about it, but with my bike being a daily rider, and with out wet season up here in Cairns being about 2 months long, I think I won't be chopping at any time soon, I like the look, but I just think it would cause more hassles in our tropical weather, I prefer the extra protection from the Shit the rear wheel throws up.

I seen to be thinking down the same lines as you C/Duc dont fancy a wet arse

But i dont do that much wet rides so still in 2 mindes 

[mattyvas]

Well you all know my position on the chop.
But it is a very personal choice, i never really considered the wet arse thing.
Like Dock, riding in the rain is not something I choose to do, unless I get caught out of course.

But I am a chop it man.
Again though I understand resale is harder once it's chopped.
Mine being a 620 is an easier model to sell.

Dock, looking at yours every time I see it, it gets prettier.
So I'd say leave it and look forward to the RR later in the year.

cheers
Matty...

[melvin]

i don't quite get all this fuss about getting a wet arse......you get wet anyway when riding in a wet so where is the difference?

[CairnsDuc]

Yeah I know you get wet when Riding, But up here in the rain, You get the Mud, rocks, animals, children.
Amazing amount of crap thrown up.
And carrying a back pack to work it is one less thing getting soaked.

Don't get me wrong, I love the look and if I didn't use my S2R 800 as an everyday rider, that bastard would be gone in about 10 seconds.
I have tidyed things up with a Smoked Lense(s) on the tail light and indicators and a resart eliminator.

So I'm happy (for now, I reserve the right to change my mind  )