Just picked up my own 2008 TL-S today and - Acura Forum

marmaladeboy · 06-15-08, 02:34 AM

...she sure is fun to drive!

I've been looking for a car for some time now, and had narrowed down my choices to the new Camry, new Accord, or the TL-S. I test drove the Accord a few months ago when they first came out and my parents own a Camry (V6), so the only car left to test was the TL-S. I thought about waiting until the '09 came out, but was afraid of 1) new generation first year teething problems, 2) styling, and 3) practically zero-discounts on the new model.

I test drove the TL-S back-to-back with the new TSX. What a blast! The TSX felt so light on its feet and eager to rev - reminded me of a playful pup. It brought back memories of my '95 Integra. The TL-S was exactly what I wanted though - a willing and capable partner when I felt like goosing the throttle, and serene and calm when I was in relax-mode.

I wanted the Carbon Bronze, but no dealers in the area had one. I settled for the Kinetic Blue.

This is just about the first chance I've taken to sit down and collect my thoughts. Already I've got the itch to go out for another drive again!

*The General* · 06-15-08, 09:45 AM

Congrats on the new ride! It's an awesome blend of power, performance and luxury at an affordable price for its class.

marmaladeboy · 06-15-08, 05:20 PM

Thanks! Here are some pictures I just snapped today...

MVR 155 · 06-17-08, 12:26 AM

Congrats on your purchase, I have no doubts you will be quite happy with your decision.

marmaladeboy · 06-17-08, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by MVR 155

Congrats on your purchase, I have no doubts you will be quite happy with your decision.

Thanks!

How long have you had the R1?

My first motorcycle was a Yamaha FZ600. Sold it, then bought a CBR600F3. Sold that, then got a Superhawk. Then a (track-only) GSXR750. Sold the GSXR for a KTM450SMR (supermotard). Sold both the Superhawk and KTM for a Ducati 748. Sold the 748 and picked up a CBR900RR (1993!). I love 'em all, but I'm just too fickle.

*The General* · 06-17-08, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by marmaladeboy

Thanks!

How long have you had the R1?

My first motorcycle was a Yamaha FZ600. Sold it, then bought a CBR600F3. Sold that, then got a Superhawk. Then a (track-only) GSXR750. Sold the GSXR for a KTM450SMR (supermotard). Sold both the Superhawk and KTM for a Ducati 748. Sold the 748 and picked up a CBR900RR (1993!). I love 'em all, but I'm just too fickle.

All of those bikes suck. Just kidding.

I looked at the R1 but just couldn't justify getting another sport bike...after having two Ninjas. At 41, I'm more into nice, long distance rides on country roads...but I still love cornering as fast as possible and my FJR has no problems in that category.

MVR 155 · 06-17-08, 11:12 AM

I bought the R1 brand new, had a 1996 ZX-9 prior to that (actually had them both at the same time for a while before selling the 9). I picked up a 2001 F4i for a steal a few years back that I was gonna turn into a track bike but I had some guy offer me $1800 more than I paid the following week and sold it. I hardly ride anymore, I usually go up to the lake and ride my skis anytime I can get away.

General..... yeah the R1 is not the best long distance road bike compared to alot of others out there.... it is however a blast to ride though.

marmaladeboy · 06-18-08, 12:17 AM

R1 isn't good at touring? Someone should have told that Aaron Frank character over at Motorcyclist. He tried a mini-Iron-Butt with an R1.

Although I'm currently bike-less, I've been looking at the Hypermotard more and more lately. Or an Ape Tuono. i <3 twins.

marmaladeboy · 09-08-08, 02:02 AM

Just snapped some new pictures of my new shoes:

RJ Legend in 19's

She rides tall now. I'll have to remedy that soon...

*The General* · 09-08-08, 09:31 AM

Looks pretty good, but it must be a rough ride.

marmaladeboy · 09-09-08, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by The General

Looks pretty good, but it must be a rough ride.

The ride isn't too much rougher than before. The increased road noise is something I haven't dealt with in awhile and was a bit of a surprise. Accelerating definitely feels more labored, but I find myself taking it easy lately with the accelerator.

Wach_N_C · 09-09-08, 01:15 AM

Congrats on your new ride!!!

integra_guy · 09-09-08, 02:04 AM

Nice TL-S are you going to get it tinted?

marmaladeboy · 09-09-08, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by integra_guy

Nice TL-S are you going to get it tinted?

Funny you should ask; the car was tinted all around (~35% tint), except for the front windshield of course. I got a fix-it ticket a few weeks ago, so the front tint was removed for CHP-inspection.

The odd thing is, all my other vehicles have far darker tint than the TL-S had. Must be the Cal State LA license plate frame...

Spidersonu · 09-09-08, 09:58 AM

nice wheels

06-15-08, 02:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
marmaladeboy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 86 Your Mood: Car 1: 2006 Acura MDX Car 2: 2008 Lexus RX350 Car 3: 2008 Acura TL-S	Just picked up my own 2008 TL-S today and ...she sure is fun to drive! I've been looking for a car for some time now, and had narrowed down my choices to the new Camry, new Accord, or the TL-S. I test drove the Accord a few months ago when they first came out and my parents own a Camry (V6), so the only car left to test was the TL-S. I thought about waiting until the '09 came out, but was afraid of 1) new generation first year teething problems, 2) styling, and 3) practically zero-discounts on the new model. I test drove the TL-S back-to-back with the new TSX. What a blast! The TSX felt so light on its feet and eager to rev - reminded me of a playful pup. It brought back memories of my '95 Integra. The TL-S was exactly what I wanted though - a willing and capable partner when I felt like goosing the throttle, and serene and calm when I was in relax-mode. I wanted the Carbon Bronze, but no dealers in the area had one. I settled for the Kinetic Blue. This is just about the first chance I've taken to sit down and collect my thoughts. Already I've got the itch to go out for another drive again! __________________ '06 MDX Sage Brush Pearl '08 RX350 Breakwater Blue Metallic '08 TL-S Kinetic Blue Pearl '05 Kawasaki ZX6R

06-15-08, 09:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
The General Go ahead...make my day. Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Texas Age: 41 Posts: 5,467 Your Mood: Car 1: 2004 TL Car 2: 2006 FJR1300	Congrats on the new ride! It's an awesome blend of power, performance and luxury at an affordable price for its class. __________________ ~ Mike ~ 2004 Acura TL (#06155) Anthracite/Ebony 6-speed manual Navigation (v3.7) 35% Tint Decklid spoiler K&N air filter (#33-2299)

06-15-08, 05:20 PM	#3 (permalink)
marmaladeboy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 86 Your Mood: Car 1: 2006 Acura MDX Car 2: 2008 Lexus RX350 Car 3: 2008 Acura TL-S	Thanks! Here are some pictures I just snapped today... __________________ '06 MDX Sage Brush Pearl '08 RX350 Breakwater Blue Metallic '08 TL-S Kinetic Blue Pearl '05 Kawasaki ZX6R

06-17-08, 12:26 AM	#4 (permalink)
MVR 155 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bartlett, Illinois Age: 33 Posts: 350 Car 1: 07 Acura TL Type S Car 2: 02 Chevy Corvette Z06	Congrats on your purchase, I have no doubts you will be quite happy with your decision. __________________ 2007 Acura TL Type S Silver/Ebony 2002 ZO6 Corvette: (lightly modded) Best ET 11.661@118.86 2006 Hummer H2 SOLD 1996 Corvette Grandsport #775-lots of mods 1/4 times: 12.2@115 N/A 10.9@127 150HP NOS 2002 Yamaha YZF R-1 Blue/White 10.5@136mph Previous Acuras: 1997 CL 3.0 Premium 2003 CL Type S 2006 TL cars/bike can be viewed at www.fquick.com/MVR155

06-17-08, 11:12 AM	#7 (permalink)
MVR 155 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bartlett, Illinois Age: 33 Posts: 350 Car 1: 07 Acura TL Type S Car 2: 02 Chevy Corvette Z06	I bought the R1 brand new, had a 1996 ZX-9 prior to that (actually had them both at the same time for a while before selling the 9). I picked up a 2001 F4i for a steal a few years back that I was gonna turn into a track bike but I had some guy offer me $1800 more than I paid the following week and sold it. I hardly ride anymore, I usually go up to the lake and ride my skis anytime I can get away. General..... yeah the R1 is not the best long distance road bike compared to alot of others out there.... it is however a blast to ride though. __________________ 2007 Acura TL Type S Silver/Ebony 2002 ZO6 Corvette: (lightly modded) Best ET 11.661@118.86 2006 Hummer H2 SOLD 1996 Corvette Grandsport #775-lots of mods 1/4 times: 12.2@115 N/A 10.9@127 150HP NOS 2002 Yamaha YZF R-1 Blue/White 10.5@136mph Previous Acuras: 1997 CL 3.0 Premium 2003 CL Type S 2006 TL cars/bike can be viewed at www.fquick.com/MVR155

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06-18-08, 12:17 AM	#8 (permalink)
marmaladeboy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 86 Your Mood: Car 1: 2006 Acura MDX Car 2: 2008 Lexus RX350 Car 3: 2008 Acura TL-S	R1 isn't good at touring? Someone should have told that Aaron Frank character over at Motorcyclist. He tried a mini-Iron-Butt with an R1. Although I'm currently bike-less, I've been looking at the Hypermotard more and more lately. Or an Ape Tuono. i <3 twins. __________________ '06 MDX Sage Brush Pearl '08 RX350 Breakwater Blue Metallic '08 TL-S Kinetic Blue Pearl '05 Kawasaki ZX6R

09-08-08, 02:02 AM	#9 (permalink)
marmaladeboy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 86 Your Mood: Car 1: 2006 Acura MDX Car 2: 2008 Lexus RX350 Car 3: 2008 Acura TL-S	Just snapped some new pictures of my new shoes: RJ Legend in 19's She rides tall now. I'll have to remedy that soon... __________________ '06 MDX Sage Brush Pearl '08 RX350 Breakwater Blue Metallic '08 TL-S Kinetic Blue Pearl '05 Kawasaki ZX6R

09-08-08, 09:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
The General Go ahead...make my day. Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Texas Age: 41 Posts: 5,467 Your Mood: Car 1: 2004 TL Car 2: 2006 FJR1300	Looks pretty good, but it must be a rough ride. __________________ ~ Mike ~ 2004 Acura TL (#06155) Anthracite/Ebony 6-speed manual Navigation (v3.7) 35% Tint Decklid spoiler K&N air filter (#33-2299)

09-09-08, 01:15 AM	#12 (permalink)
Wach_N_C Car's are FEMALE OWNED!!! Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 272 Your Mood: Car 1: 98 Honda Accord LX Car 2: 01 Acura TL w Navigation Car 3: 98 Acura Integra LS	Congrats on your new ride!!!

09-09-08, 02:04 AM	#13 (permalink)
integra_guy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Age: 28 Posts: 4,794 Your Mood: Car 1: 98 Acura Integra GS Car 2: 89 Supra Car 3: 98 Supra TT	Nice TL-S are you going to get it tinted? __________________ 1998 Acura Integra GS 1989 Toyota Supra N/A 1998 Toyota Supra TT 1991 Toyota MR-2 N/A

09-09-08, 09:58 AM	#15 (permalink)
Spidersonu Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: ct Age: 23 Posts: 20 Your Mood: Car 1: 1990 chevy cavi z24 Car 2: 1998 accord sedan 5 spd Car 3: 2002 Acura TLS Fully Serv	nice wheels

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