Cbr Fireblade
Saraid Madnick
As far as equipment goes, the Fireblade is quite weak- they come with a Markerlight (which is handy but often hard to use if they are disembarking from a transport or trying to keep up with forward teams) and an upgraded Pulse Rifle (coming in at S5 AP-2 Dmg2 Rapid Fire 1). Not particularly exciting gear, but given the price one can hardly complain. The only options a Fireblade has are to take up to two drones, at the usual price.
This is where the Cadre Fireblade shines the most- in taking a smaller (but still relevant) part of your army to hit a secondary target while the main force destroys something larger. Playing Tau is always a game of target priority and knowing when you can afford to split fire and when you need to concentrate it is key to doing well with the army; a Fireblade gives you a bit more flexibility in that arena, since the additional auras mean you can afford to divide your forces when the time comes for it.
It does feel like a natural go to is a commander, ethereal and fireblade in a standard battalion which probably means GW internal balance wise struck well with the codex. It promotes fluffy looking armies.
Superb bike and its the only one for me if I'm being honest because this bike just puts you and the bike in a zone of your own without all the gubbins and traction control systems so you know that it's you and the bike
Ive had heaps of bikes road and trail. This one is a keeper. First owner never went out in the rain. Was perfect when i got it. Commuter to work.. Dont ever drink and ride on this bike, did it once. Things move, way too fast. Few weeks after getting it, i came round a roundabout and nailed it. 9000 revs and takes off like a 'scared cat' . Then i found out what 'hyperspeed was' . Fortunately i was nuts already, so now i live in that zone ? just keep checking for blue lights, then nail it and watch them disappear ? i did get caught one day, for 3 seconds on the throttle. 1500 bucks, license gone 6 months. 6 points gone.....then found a bus, and drinking ? I had a regulater throw sparks 6 feet sideways.? A fireblade forum said right cover off. They not cheap to replace. I picked up a 17in wheel, but 'just love that wiggle the 16 does' , two choices of tyre now. Never go full speed, on new tyres, they are super quick, bed in the chain and sprockets too, never put a joining link on the oring chain. That click got me on a track day. Clutch in rolled to a stop. Half a link gone, fun day over. Never try to save spockets too. This is not a trailbike. Replace chain and sprockets as a set. Once they are beded in, tyres are good. This is your speed window ? fortunately i lived in an open speed limit state (it is not anymore), so my blade often did 240kph (all gears) , takes about 30 seconds to 280kph. Unfortunately now at 63, and brain cant see past 240, so my beutiful blade gets a rest. Also now in a different state, no fun here. So only small blasts to 200. Never selling my 98 blade, i just love it, more than the wife. Thats how good she is, the bike.
Best ; light weight , well balanced and if you are a decent rider enough power to play with. Worst ; having had some thought nothing really to report , its old hat and no Teck by todays standard's. Yes i would recommend this bike to all types of riders, a lot of motorcycle for little money, it's made very well and still a great bike.
Predictable handling, reasonable comfort, smooth engine, build quality, light weight. Mine is in the original red, white, and blue colours, and I love it as much as when I first took delivery of it new.
Bought an unloved 97 blade a few years ago and loved it. Spent loads on it to get it back up to shape and used it as my only vehicle for 3 years. Sold it and instantly regretted it. Just recently bought a mint 99 model for silly cheap money and it's like an old fling. It's surprisingly comfy, practical, quick and economical, and a great balance of all. I've tried lots of other bikes over the years but for the money, you just can't beat them.
I bought my RRX '99 Blade in 2010 with 16k miles on it. It came with full service history and was totally standard. Since then i've added a few bits, K&N air filter, Beowulf can and some cosmetic changes replacing lights, indicators etc... I have been living in Central Europe since 2010 and i brought the bike with me. Over the last 4 and a half years i've covered around 14k miles on it with trips to the Stelvio pass, Grossglockner pass and weekend blasts through Czech, Germany, Poland and Slovakia. Before this bike i had an '02 plate ZX9R and i thought that was a good bike but the Blade is in another league in terms of handling, this bike just inspires you to push harder through corners and when you do get it wrong it always seems to get you out the other side. In over 4 years of ownership it hasn't missed a beat and when i go out with other riders they always ask how old it is and seem surprised when i tell them it's a 15 year old bike, says something for the build quality and the design of the time. There is a limited choice of tyres as the front is a 16" wheel. I'm running it on Bridgestone S20's which are excellent but don't last very long. I'm getting around 3k miles out of the rear but they more than make up for the longevity in terms of grip. I'm always looking at what to replace the Blade with but struggle to see why i would need to replace it as the bike is the perfect blend of power and handling for the road. More than enough to get you into trouble! I maintain the bike myself and it's generally pretty easy to work on with a vast amount of help and info across the web for when i do get stuck. The bike is comfortable for long rides, fast as hell and handles sublimely. If you are looking at one of these and not sure, i would go for it as you won't be disappointed.
Having always wanted a blade in the blue/gold colouring I won one on the bay for 1370. 3 owner, 25k and loads of paper.It's only my 2nd bike, I've been riding for a 18month. I wanted this as a first bike, but was adised not to!So far, I've knocked up 500 miles and the bike is a dream to ride, so confidence building.I'm 6' and find it really comfortable, truely is a Brilliant bike.
Bought my RRW off eBay around 3 yrs ago & it has never let me down. Used daily as a commuter, few trackdays & a tour of the Loire region (France) Had 21k on it when I got it & now on 43k & still going strong!!Mine is a Colin Edwards Laguna Seca replica & has several mods on it including a 17in VFR800 front wheel conversion which is a relatively easy mod & allows a massive choice of rubber. The tip in is still quick as I dropped the yokes by 5mm to compensate ;-) I use Metzeler Racetecs or Dunlop D211GP Racers on track & Metzeler Sportec M5 on the road. Has got Braking front waveys and Galfer rear discs with braided lines. Hyperpro progressive spring internals in the front & rear. Sprint Pro steering damper (it will shake it's head at you if you don't respect it!!) Has been Dynojetted & will easily keep up with newer more powerful marques. I fitted Renthal 15T/45T sprockets which I feel gives it immense acceleration with only a slight loss in top end (even on track)Have ridden several other makes of bike & I still prefer my ole Blade!!The Blades are well put together & have bulletproof reliability too... Get one & you will be surprised how good they really are!!
Owned my 97 RRV since 1998 after the first owner put 3k miles on it. Having now done 21k with a few mods later, I will never sell my fireblade. Owned R1's, GSXR's, supermotos etc but this bike always seems to delight. First mod was a VFR 17" front wheel, excellent choice. Now I run a set of MAG Dymags, RC45 front forks and yokes. Billet 6 calipers with PFM discs. Ohlins damper with Harris bracket, Ohlins rear shock and PFM disc. 1998 stainless downpipes with a stubby and Ti Vance and Hines pipe. Harris rearsets and Dunlop D208RR tyres are the best suited since the D207RR, tried many others but I like these overall. Internals are TTS finest with Bigbore JE pistons, flowed and polished, HRC cam with dynoed 41mm flatslides, the result is a sweet handling 158bhp 97 Fireblade that on the road the only thing that can slow you down is YOU !
If you are pondering as to whether a pre-injection blade is for you, then stop thinking and start buying! Not just are they classic's in the making, but they are a serious bike even by todays standards. I currently have a 1999 RRX/W and dont think for a minute that because it is a 10 year old bike that it must be slow! The blade still screams to breath taking speeds in no time at all and with a micron end can it sounds amazing! I use my blade every day and in all weathers and I love it! It rides two up with no problem at all with bearly any difference to the power and gets nods of respect every where you go. Two up, touring, around town, open roads...the list is endless! The blade is happy doing it all! As for fuel I normally reach about 140 miles before I hit reserve which is fine by me. I clean the blade all the time but even in winter the bike scrubs up really well. Excellent build quality, the likes of which you rarely ever see. If your new to riding to be put off by the blade. It really is very easy to ride, and as long as you respect it you cant go wrong. The 1998/99 blade is more like a sports tourer now especially in comparrison to the new blade which is more like a 600 is weight and shape. It is still big and bulky around its front end which gives it a menacing look! I really cant fault my bike. You really should stop thinking and get out there and buy one. I picked my 1999 blade up for a small sum of 1900! The bike only had 10000 miles on the clock and is and remains in excellent condition! I love it. For more photos check out my blog at www.hondafireblade.com.
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