A mate of mine is considering taking the plunge and getting a kit over the winter.
He had a trip out in the GSXR MK & an R1 Fury at Bands at the weekend, and is now trying to make up his mind. I think whichever he chooses he is
likely to end up with either a Blade or R1 engine and will be using it both road going and track days.
Needless to say I am biased, but what do others think? Anything to consider when choosing between the two, any facts/figures/better alternatives he
should be aware of?
Blue touch paper lit - now retiring 50 paces...
Having recently made the same decision, I think he should consider his other options. (See left for details)
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Almost exactly the choice I came down to (throw in a Striker, and you're there!).
Fury and Indy are very different beasts - mainly because the Fury will handle better and is more aerodynamic, so will also go faster. Downside - for
an R1, budget £10-12k
Indy - could be almost as competetive if he goes for their new chassis. Won't be as fast due to aerodynamics of a brick. MK will also be easier
to build due to not having to prat about with fitting full bodywork, but Fury will probably be easier to get through SVA (everything enclosed, so less
sharp edges on the outside). Don't know what the new chassis costs, but my R1 Indy will be about £9k, but I'm having Wilwood calipers all
round and some other shiney stuff.
It's really a matter of personal taste and what you want to use it for.
I have been very impressed with the value for money and the quality of the MK kits. But as I wanted to do quite a lot of european trips so I chose a
full bodied car for comfort.
A like for like specced fury will be a bit more expensive to build but resale values tend to be a bit higher so the cost of ownership ends up being
similar.
Aerodynamics also help alot over 100mph. But I guess this would only show itself on track 
- Jim
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Originally posted by TimC
Having recently made the same decision, I think he should consider his other options. (See left for details)
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There's something I forgot - tell him to have a look at the STM Phoenix - I tyhink it's based on the same (or very similar) design to the
Fury, and can be a lot better value as well.
That's my next project (the wife is so thrilled I'm planning my next before this one's finished, she just doesn't know what to say
- or is it the cold shoulder, can never tell 
)
Im liking these furys after having an MK
but build cost of a fury
for the equivalent of what MK want £3000 for
ie kit and bits and bobs
Fisher want £6000and that was straight from the horses mouth the other day
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Originally posted by DavidM
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Originally posted by TimC
Having recently made the same decision, I think he should consider his other options. (See left for details)
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Become Welsh?
David
I've just done a full price-up and reckon you could get a STM Phoenix on the road for about the same as an Indy
Please correct me if I've missed anything major (probably have!)
And we all know the Welsh are just Scotsmen with their brains bashed out! 
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[Edited on 16/10/06 by StevieB]
Hi the cost of a kit that will actualy have some handeling will obviously cost a little bit more but there are a few companys that can supply this
type of product whith out taking the pi55.
cheers matt
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Originally posted by chris mason
when i looked in to it, too build a car from either to a similar standard, the fury worked out about £3000 more minimum.
Chris
depends on the experience you want. Both offer differing levels of comfort
If he's planning on a screen of any kind then the Fury spider BEC is the one to have as it means you won't get wet unless you stop...
If you want a Raw experience, both offer similar. Fury may have the edge on comfort space (elbow room, waist girth), though...
[Edited on 16/10/06 by stevebubs]
I have always thought the Fury is a beautiful car with nice lines. The MK is just another "7".
Mk gives excellent value for money, and should be cheaper. They have a good and enthusiastic following. Well spoken about and generally a very good
car.
The Fury is an equally good car, just a lot more expensive in comparrison.
Thats my 2d worth... I nearly built a Fury... But the Viento (not the cheapest choice either) was still cheaper, and more Bat F'Stard sized.
PS.. I ate ALL the Pies
I can't see why a Phoenix/Fury should be more expensive or difficult to build. Then I did serve my apprenticeship building an Avon. I would say
though the Indy is a bigger car and has a bigger cockpit.
Carl
a 02-03 r1 fury can be done for <£10k if you dont go crazy on the toys. the bec ones (atleast the newer bec ones)have narrower tunnels so a bit
more space.
also take any costs you heard at brands with a pinch of salt as Martin, the main guy at Fishers, was in a car crash the day before so there wasnt
anyone from fishers actually at the show and the figures being given out werent always right (lots of people diving in to help out at the last minute)
Given that choice, Fury (or Pheonix) every time