Honda 599 and 919

[powrful1]

I just saw a Honda 599 on the road yesterday.  I thought yummy!
599


919


This is the style that I fell in love with the GS500 for.
The 599 is pricey at  $7000, but the 919 is only $1000 more at $8000.

I was wondering if anyone has has any contact with either of these machines.  
I am interested in how people like em.

[JamesG]

I know a guy who has a 919. He likes it but complains about the suspension.

Both of them are WAY overpriced for what you get, previous generation carburated engines, simple steel frames, and really dumbed-down suspension.  Yes the look very nice with excellent fit and finish as per honda, but I prefer to ride my bike instead of look at it...

If you could find a cheap used one, the 599 might be fun. Nursing a crashed one back to health with the adjustable front end off an F4, good rear shock,  and custom paint and d0-dads might be fun for a decent price.

[jiggersplat]

the market for a used 919 isn't bad if you can find one.  low mileage ones seem to going for around 5-5.5k.  about the same price as a brand new sv650.  if you wait long enough, i guarantee the dealers drop the price on the 599 by a big chunk.

dan