Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Maduro Mistress on October 20, 2005, 07:04:29 AM
Post by: Maduro Mistress on October 20, 2005, 07:04:29 AM
My little faithful GS is the most awesome beast I could ever imagine. Her and I have put on 8000 miles in the last 3 months and yet, I know she will be reliable and stick with me forever.
I find myself, however, thinking more and more about my next bike. I don't think I will ever giver her up, but I also feel kinda guilty thinking about taking on another bike and just letting her "sit" in the garage when she's such a fantastic piece of equipment.
Does anyone else have such dilemas or should I down the dosage on my percocet? I realized all this on the way home last night after not having her for a week. I don't think I could ever trade her in, it just doesn't feel right.
I find myself, however, thinking more and more about my next bike. I don't think I will ever giver her up, but I also feel kinda guilty thinking about taking on another bike and just letting her "sit" in the garage when she's such a fantastic piece of equipment.
Does anyone else have such dilemas or should I down the dosage on my percocet? I realized all this on the way home last night after not having her for a week. I don't think I could ever trade her in, it just doesn't feel right.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: JamesG on October 20, 2005, 07:11:40 AM
Post by: JamesG on October 20, 2005, 07:11:40 AM
Thats a typical reaction. There is just something about the GS.
New bike lust isn't just related to GSs though. Its a common ailment. On www.sport-touring.net its a constant topic of discussion. lol!
The state of the art in motorcycles moves so fast that as soon as you buy and break something in, it will be obsolete and "so last year" by next spring.
The cool thing about the GS is that it has a timeless appeal to it. Some days I would leave my YZF home and ride my wife's GS just for the fun of it. And when I get home I plan on building a track/play cafe GS.
Look all you want, your GS knows you will come back to it in the end.
:)
New bike lust isn't just related to GSs though. Its a common ailment. On www.sport-touring.net its a constant topic of discussion. lol!
The state of the art in motorcycles moves so fast that as soon as you buy and break something in, it will be obsolete and "so last year" by next spring.
The cool thing about the GS is that it has a timeless appeal to it. Some days I would leave my YZF home and ride my wife's GS just for the fun of it. And when I get home I plan on building a track/play cafe GS.
Look all you want, your GS knows you will come back to it in the end.
:)
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: pandy on October 20, 2005, 07:20:16 AM
Post by: pandy on October 20, 2005, 07:20:16 AM
If the new GS's had FI, there would be no question as to what my next bike would be.
I feel the same about my ol' boy, though. I don't ever want to give him up... just add to the stable. ;)
I feel the same about my ol' boy, though. I don't ever want to give him up... just add to the stable. ;)
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: TarzanBoy on October 20, 2005, 07:22:31 AM
Post by: TarzanBoy on October 20, 2005, 07:22:31 AM
As great as the GS is... I just admit that I get a bit envious of the heavier, stronger bikes out on on the highway sometimes. Too bad there aren't 'transformer bikes'.
I'd transform the bike into a GS for twisties, a GS or SV (haven't ridden an sv yet) for street riding, a superhawk for quick highway jaunts, and a VFR for long highway hauls.
I'd transform the bike into a GS for twisties, a GS or SV (haven't ridden an sv yet) for street riding, a superhawk for quick highway jaunts, and a VFR for long highway hauls.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Onlypastrana199 on October 20, 2005, 07:45:57 AM
Post by: Onlypastrana199 on October 20, 2005, 07:45:57 AM
I dont feel guilty...but then again...I've already gotten another bike, my gs will definitely see more ride time than the zzr or the honda. It's time for the honda to rest, its old and tired and I rolled the odometer this summer. I bring it to car shows and what not though, it has a four foot tall sissy bar on it at times. My lil bro is riding it around (when he rides :roll: ) The ZZR...while fun and fast and what not..isn't practicle for where I live. New Haven will try to kill you and 40mph twisties in NY will stunt its potential...though I'm not sure yet its still here in CT.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: dbNnc on October 20, 2005, 07:52:20 AM
Post by: dbNnc on October 20, 2005, 07:52:20 AM
I'd love to have the V-twin power and sound of an SV. There's a used (80 miles) '05 SV1000 at the local dealer that calls to me whenever I'm there. Maybe later. My concern is that if I start wanting another bike a lot, I'll neglect the GS. The SM bars really got me interested in the GS again.
I also have a '67 Mustang that I've driven very little since I got the GS in May The car's gotten lonely.
I also have a '67 Mustang that I've driven very little since I got the GS in May The car's gotten lonely.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Narcissus on October 20, 2005, 07:53:10 AM
Post by: Narcissus on October 20, 2005, 07:53:10 AM
The GS has enough power for me, I don't get my thrills from HP. I get my kicks from the sound the bike can produce. Luckily (IMHO) the GS is carbed so you don't have to hear the FI whirring away. I like the deep, throaty sound of a Vtwin, thats why a SV will definately be my next bike, and I heard that pre-2003 SVs were all carburated? In that case I'll just have to find one thats old enough :mrgreen:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: oppy00 on October 20, 2005, 08:16:48 AM
Post by: oppy00 on October 20, 2005, 08:16:48 AM
Does Pandy want a Fuel-Injected boyfriend? :dunno:
Anyway, I love my GS, and if I can stop breaking it all the time (I'm a dumbass) I'll keep it forever, or at least have a GS of some kind. Do I want another bike? You bet your ass I do. Will I buy another bike, once I have a real job, that pays money? Yup. Will it have a bigger motor and weight more? Yup. If I can afford it, I'll probably get a Truimph Sprint ST '05 or later, if that ain't practical or affordable, I'll get an SV1000S, or FZ-1, or Z1000. I have a funny feeling I'll ride the GS as much if not more than the big bike. IMSBO (In My Severely Biased Opinion) the GS is the best bike for sale today for around-town/ backroad riding. I think a lot of people can and will make that arguement for me, so I'll leave it to you guys.
QuoteIf the new GS's had FI, there would be no question as to what my next bike would be.
I feel the same about my ol' boy
Anyway, I love my GS, and if I can stop breaking it all the time (I'm a dumbass) I'll keep it forever, or at least have a GS of some kind. Do I want another bike? You bet your ass I do. Will I buy another bike, once I have a real job, that pays money? Yup. Will it have a bigger motor and weight more? Yup. If I can afford it, I'll probably get a Truimph Sprint ST '05 or later, if that ain't practical or affordable, I'll get an SV1000S, or FZ-1, or Z1000. I have a funny feeling I'll ride the GS as much if not more than the big bike. IMSBO (In My Severely Biased Opinion) the GS is the best bike for sale today for around-town/ backroad riding. I think a lot of people can and will make that arguement for me, so I'll leave it to you guys.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 08:38:00 AM
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 08:38:00 AM
I'd like to see something in the GS line between the GS500 and GSX-R600 that's not a Katana. Better fuel economy than the Gixxer, more HP than the GS (but still <100), the same weight or lower than the GS, fuel injected, wider tires, still reasonably comfortable for longer distances, etc. High speed in a straight line isn't important to me, but I could get excited about a bit more accelleration. Something for people that like to ride aggressively, but don't feel the need for foolish power. It seems a complete overhaul of the Katana is long overdue anyway...making it more like the GS in some ways and more like the gixxer in others (and generally less like a warthog) might make it much more appealing. The SV just doesn't do it for me.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 08:44:55 AM
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 08:44:55 AM
I was also thinking about looking into an SV1000 next spring. It seems to be a good choice for a step up, and from what I have read and heard, it's not too much bike, whereas an R-1 would certainly be a huge leap.
I bought the GS new and plan to keep it forever, kind of just so that in 15 years I can say I'm the original owner. Something about that appeals to me.
Back to my first point. Am I correct in saying that an SV1000 is not a poor choice for a second bike? I plan on having at least 5K miles and over a year of riding the GS by then. The V-Twin is much more forgiving than the I-4, or at least from what I have read. Just kind of thinking ahead.
OK, peace out.
I bought the GS new and plan to keep it forever, kind of just so that in 15 years I can say I'm the original owner. Something about that appeals to me.
Back to my first point. Am I correct in saying that an SV1000 is not a poor choice for a second bike? I plan on having at least 5K miles and over a year of riding the GS by then. The V-Twin is much more forgiving than the I-4, or at least from what I have read. Just kind of thinking ahead.
OK, peace out.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Catcams on October 20, 2005, 09:24:47 AM
Post by: Catcams on October 20, 2005, 09:24:47 AM
I did lust after a TL1000S & got it.
But I still take the GS500 more often for Work & going to School.
I have no garage & this bikes stays outside.
It started & carried me to work today, even if the morning around here are around 40 Fahrenheit
But I still take the GS500 more often for Work & going to School.
I have no garage & this bikes stays outside.
It started & carried me to work today, even if the morning around here are around 40 Fahrenheit
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 09:25:46 AM
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 09:25:46 AM
Quote from: CatcamsI did lust after a TL1000S & got it.
But I still take the GS500 more often for Work & going to School.
I have no garage & this bikes stays outside.
It started & carried me to work today, even if the morning around here are around 40 Fahrenheit
How do you like the TL? Just as its own bike, and in comparison to the GS.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 09:32:08 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 09:32:08 AM
There are many ways in which a GS is preferable to a boy, one of them being that it doesn't get jealous if you look at other bikes. :)
And if you break up with it and regret later, there are no histrionics when you go back.
And if you break up with it and regret later, there are no histrionics when you go back.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: JMyrick on October 20, 2005, 09:41:27 AM
Post by: JMyrick on October 20, 2005, 09:41:27 AM
QuoteThere are many ways in which a GS is preferable to a boy, one of them being that it doesn't get jealous if you look at other bikes. Smile
And if you break up with it and regret later, there are no histrionics when you go back.
Why is it all the posts on this site end up this way??
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 09:45:37 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 09:45:37 AM
Quote from: JMyrickWhy is it all the posts on this site end up this way??
With me talking about missing my F? :P
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: JMyrick on October 20, 2005, 10:15:06 AM
Post by: JMyrick on October 20, 2005, 10:15:06 AM
ahhhhh I dont know anymore
:? :dunno:
:? :dunno:
Title: SV
Post by: The Buddha on October 20, 2005, 10:38:10 AM
Post by: The Buddha on October 20, 2005, 10:38:10 AM
OK I have had 3 V twins (virago 1100, virago 535 and a vulcan 750) and have had 3 parallel twins GS, KZ 440 and an XS 650 ... and inherently V twins are flawed ... leave the fact that you have 2 valve covers and 2 CCT's and hence twice the BS you have to remove and the carbs are off 2 manifolds and the front cyl is so easy to get to and the rear is total PITA ... all that aside ... the 2 cyls never get the same air flow and hence they never run the same, and the manufacturers put different jetting in the 2 carbs to compnsate for it ... I have not had an easy time with any V twin motor ... the access is a nightmare ... and nothing is constant. The sane option from the GS to a sortier and powerfuller bike IMHO is the new 650 from kawi ... yea as much as I dont like the EX unfortunately the SV isn't going to cut it IMHO. V twin with water cooling is a shade better ... but still the rest of the problems remain.
Cool.
Srinath.
Cool.
Srinath.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Alphamazing on October 20, 2005, 10:43:10 AM
Post by: Alphamazing on October 20, 2005, 10:43:10 AM
Quote from: BadgerI'd like to see something in the GS line between the GS500 and GSX-R600 that's not a Katana. Better fuel economy than the Gixxer, more HP than the GS (but still <100), the same weight or lower than the GS, fuel injected, wider tires, still reasonably comfortable for longer distances, etc. High speed in a straight line isn't important to me, but I could get excited about a bit more accelleration. Something for people that like to ride aggressively, but don't feel the need for foolish power. It seems a complete overhaul of the Katana is long overdue anyway...making it more like the GS in some ways and more like the gixxer in others (and generally less like a warthog) might make it much more appealing. The SV just doesn't do it for me.
There is. It's called the Suzuki SV650.
Better fuel economy than the Gixxer? GSX-R gets 30ish, SV gets 45-50ish.
More horsepower than the GS, but still <100? GS has 40, SV has 70.
Same weight or lower? SVS weighs 372 dry, GS weighs 397.
Fuel injected? 2003+ are.
Wider tires? 160/60-17 in the rear and a 120/60-17 up front.
Comfort for long distance? Well yeah.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Maduro Mistress on October 20, 2005, 10:48:31 AM
Post by: Maduro Mistress on October 20, 2005, 10:48:31 AM
Re: SV650 - but it's NEKKED! BLECH. I know you can get the body kits for them, I just don't like the look of the bike :(
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 10:52:14 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 10:52:14 AM
Quote from: Maduro MistressRe: SV650 - but it's NEKKED!
SVS - half-naked.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Alphamazing on October 20, 2005, 10:55:43 AM
Post by: Alphamazing on October 20, 2005, 10:55:43 AM
I'm quite fond of the 2nd gen SVS and the 1st gen SV. I didn't like the looks of the first gen SVS because it looked like a chipmunk. The 2nd gen nakeds aren't so bad, but they don't have the smooth lines that the 1st gen did. Those angular lines compliment the S model much better than the naked.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:00:00 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:00:00 AM
I like the first-gen curvy SVS better than the second-gen angular. But I like the second-gen SV better than the first-gen.
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: starwalt on October 20, 2005, 11:17:00 AM
Post by: starwalt on October 20, 2005, 11:17:00 AM
Quote from: Maduro MistressMy little faithful GS is the most...Does anyone else have such dilemas or should I down the dosage on my percocet?Perhaps you need a little nitromethane with your painkiller?
But seriously folks, I liken this response to my model aircraft experiences. After you pour blood, sweat, and tears into a project (or out of your $$ into the dealer's hands) a transferance takes place for some people. You fly, fly fly (ride, ride, ride) tinker and adjust and fly (ride) some more. After a bit, the "new toy" smell drifts away and the next pretty thing with long slender wings (bodywork, engine displacement, etc) catches your eye. Some of it is marketing, some of it is our nature.
It is normal and natural. As children we are patterned with it. Christmas marketing only solidifies the behavior. As adults (ok, some of are NOT adults) we learn to differentiate between commitments and purchases. Unlike multiple partners, our bikes don't share DNA with us and pass it around the gene pool. But then again maybe they pass something on to us afterall.
A lot of nature is monogamous (commitment). A lot of nature is not (purchase). So there MM. That's my view on "buyers remorse." :)
Now if bikes could sue for alienation of affection...who on this board would be in court all the time? :dunno:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:17:56 AM
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:17:56 AM
Quote from: AlphaFire X5Quote from: BadgerThe SV just doesn't do it for me.There is. It's called the Suzuki SV650.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:19:25 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:19:25 AM
F800S. ;)
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:36:34 AM
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:36:34 AM
Quote from: RoadstergalF800S. ;)I know it's trite, but I just hate the front ends on the beemers...and I think it would be a bit too stereotypical for me to get one. :roll:
Although...it does look like they're fixing the front end with the new K1200's. I'm not sure that 167hp is really a good idea, though.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 11:38:53 AM
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 11:38:53 AM
Quote from: BadgerQuote from: RoadstergalF800S. ;)I'm not sure that 167hp is really a good idea, though.
What could possibly go wrong? :dunno:
Dave :cheers:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:43:10 AM
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:43:10 AM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDXAt least if something did go wrong, it would happen quick.Quote from: BadgerWhat could possibly go wrong? :dunno:
I'm not sure that 167hp is really a good idea, though.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:46:54 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:46:54 AM
I would love a lighter bike with the K1200R's styling in a 500cc twin. But it looks like the F800 is the closest they'll get.
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: The Buddha on October 20, 2005, 11:47:11 AM
Post by: The Buddha on October 20, 2005, 11:47:11 AM
Quote from: starwalt
<snippage>
Now if bikes could sue for alienation of affection...who on this board would be in court all the time? :dunno:
Yea I'll guess R'gal ... But anyway ... I am not that far behind but I dont lust after the next shiny thing ... I would go and pick up some busted ass POS ...
Cool.
Srinath.
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:49:50 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 20, 2005, 11:49:50 AM
Quote from: seshadri_srinathYea I'll guess R'gal ... But anyway ... I am not that far behind but I dont lust after the next shiny thing ... I would go and pick up some busted ass POS ...
Ja, Srinath is Charles with Camilla. :lol:
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:58:55 AM
Post by: Badger on October 20, 2005, 11:58:55 AM
Quote from: Roadstergal:lol: :lol: :cheers:Quote from: seshadri_srinathYea I'll guess R'gal ... But anyway ... I am not that far behind but I dont lust after the next shiny thing ... I would go and pick up some busted ass POS ...
Ja, Srinath is Charles with Camilla. :lol:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RVertigo on October 20, 2005, 12:09:49 PM
Post by: RVertigo on October 20, 2005, 12:09:49 PM
I never feel bad about looking at other bikes... Mmmm... Thrux...
It doesn't matter where you get your appetite... As long as you eat at home. :mrgreen:
It doesn't matter where you get your appetite... As long as you eat at home. :mrgreen:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: pandy on October 20, 2005, 12:10:58 PM
Post by: pandy on October 20, 2005, 12:10:58 PM
Quote from: oppy00Does Pandy want a Fuel-Injected boyfriend? :dunno:My GS is my ol' boy! :P :P :PQuoteIf the new GS's had FI, there would be no question as to what my next bike would be.
I feel the same about my ol' boy
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 12:11:33 PM
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 20, 2005, 12:11:33 PM
Quote from: RVertigo
It doesn't matter where you get your appetite... As long as you eat at home. :mrgreen:
Agreed. And just because you're on a diet doesn't mean you can't look at the menu. ;)
Dave :cheers:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RVertigo on October 20, 2005, 01:00:12 PM
Post by: RVertigo on October 20, 2005, 01:00:12 PM
Quote from: 2005-GS500-PDXAgreed. And just because you're on a diet doesn't mean you can't look at the menu. ;):thumb:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: JamesG on October 20, 2005, 11:11:15 PM
Post by: JamesG on October 20, 2005, 11:11:15 PM
Quote from: BadgerI'd like to see something in the GS line between the GS500 and GSX-R600 that's not a Katana..
The new GSR600? assuming they bring it to the US anytime soon.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 09:09:47 AM
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 09:09:47 AM
I don't feel guilty checking out other bikes because I seldom do. But usually when I do, it is more for the sophistication of the machine than it is me actually wanting the bike ;)
As of right now, I can't think of a bike I'd rather have than my GS500F.
As of right now, I can't think of a bike I'd rather have than my GS500F.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: aevans17 on October 21, 2005, 10:46:32 AM
Post by: aevans17 on October 21, 2005, 10:46:32 AM
I'm with JamesG. If they bring it[GSR600] I will come!!!!
As for me, I do the same thing as everyone else. I guess I never had alot of things when I was a kid. Anything that I did have I had to share with my 3 brothers. Needless to say, nothing was new for very long. Since I've grown up, and make my own money, I like to buy myself all the things I wanted to do as a kid but could not. I don't feel bad that I bought 3 guitars in 1 year (well one 1 got for Christmass) but I do feel bad that I hardly ever play any of them. Recently, I sort of realized that buying more guitars will not increase the enjoyment of guitar playing because the quality of guitar does not improve the guitarist. Therefore, I sold 1 of my guitars (which was depressing) and now just try and force myself to play my strat more. I hope to do the same thing with my GS. I've only had it for a short time, and when I start to feel like I could buy a bigger bike, I just remind myself that of the 12 or so people in my MSF class, I was the only one that crashed.
However, if the new GSr600 comes to town, I will be trading in for a new bike ASAP!
As for me, I do the same thing as everyone else. I guess I never had alot of things when I was a kid. Anything that I did have I had to share with my 3 brothers. Needless to say, nothing was new for very long. Since I've grown up, and make my own money, I like to buy myself all the things I wanted to do as a kid but could not. I don't feel bad that I bought 3 guitars in 1 year (well one 1 got for Christmass) but I do feel bad that I hardly ever play any of them. Recently, I sort of realized that buying more guitars will not increase the enjoyment of guitar playing because the quality of guitar does not improve the guitarist. Therefore, I sold 1 of my guitars (which was depressing) and now just try and force myself to play my strat more. I hope to do the same thing with my GS. I've only had it for a short time, and when I start to feel like I could buy a bigger bike, I just remind myself that of the 12 or so people in my MSF class, I was the only one that crashed.
However, if the new GSr600 comes to town, I will be trading in for a new bike ASAP!
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 10:56:43 AM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 10:56:43 AM
Quote from: aevans17However, if the new GSr600 comes to town, I will be trading in for a new bike ASAP!
If you don't want your bike anymore, talk to me first. :P
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 11:46:51 AM
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 11:46:51 AM
Quote from: PhaedrusI can't think of a bike I'd rather have than my GS500F.I can think of ten or so bikes I'd want in addition to my GS... But, I want stables... Cars and bikes... :mrgreen:
'06 Ducati Sport 1000... '05 Ducati Monster S2R... '06 Triumph Scrambler... '05 Triumph Thruxton... '05 Triumph Speed Triple... '65 H#nda CB450... '77 H#nda CB400-Four... '89 Suzuki GS500... '04 Suzuki SV650... '73 Suzuki GT380... '76 Suzuki GS750... '66 Bug (with a 1776cc in 'er)... Dead Stock '54 Oval Bug (25 HP YEAH!)... '01 Subaru RS... '01 Acura Integra R...
OK... There are more, :roll: but I'll stop now.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 12:27:13 PM
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 12:27:13 PM
Yeah there are a LOT of bikes that are better looking / faster / better handling, etc. that I would 'like' to have, but I would not prefer one of them over the GS. I know my riding skills are not up for it. I only have 8,500 miles under my belt. I consider that still pretty "noobie". I know I could not take full advantage of a super sport on the streets (legal concerns) or even on the track (skill concerns!). It wouldn't even be economically feasible considering the 6 months out of the year that I get to ride :dunno:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 12:49:43 PM
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 12:49:43 PM
Oh, I wasn't talking about reality... I don't even have room for the GS, much less the rest of them.
Not to mention that I'd be dead before the first scheduled maintenance on half those bikes.
Not to mention that I'd be dead before the first scheduled maintenance on half those bikes.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 01:02:22 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 01:02:22 PM
You know you want it.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/105655616.html
http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/105655616.html
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 21, 2005, 01:04:01 PM
Post by: My Name Is Dave on October 21, 2005, 01:04:01 PM
Quote from: RoadstergalYou know you want it.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/105655616.html
Pick that up and ride it down for me, would you?
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 01:06:30 PM
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 01:06:30 PM
Quote from: RoadstergalYou know you want it.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/105655616.html
Not bad, but for some reason, I am not really digging the appearence of it. :dunno:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: dionysus on October 21, 2005, 01:42:27 PM
Post by: dionysus on October 21, 2005, 01:42:27 PM
So are adult miles biger than little kid miles? If so, what's the stock odometer read?
Yeah, but not to many non-"adults" can ride, age 18 then *poof* your an adult, all grown up, mature and responcible... yeah...
Yeah, but not to many non-"adults" can ride, age 18 then *poof* your an adult, all grown up, mature and responcible... yeah...
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 01:46:39 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 01:46:39 PM
Adult miles vs. baby steps?
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: dionysus on October 21, 2005, 01:52:44 PM
Post by: dionysus on October 21, 2005, 01:52:44 PM
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If I confused RG on my post, then:
That ad, and a bunch others I see, mention their adult riden. That one mentions 11k "adult miles". Just a little annoyed at the whole adult == responcible mentality. IIRC, the fastest growing segment of fatalities are the baby boomers, and they're pretty dang "adult".
If she's wondering about a possible conversion then:
Well, a baby can probly take a 1/2 foot step, so just double the number of feet in a mile...
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If I confused RG on my post, then:
That ad, and a bunch others I see, mention their adult riden. That one mentions 11k "adult miles". Just a little annoyed at the whole adult == responcible mentality. IIRC, the fastest growing segment of fatalities are the baby boomers, and they're pretty dang "adult".
If she's wondering about a possible conversion then:
Well, a baby can probly take a 1/2 foot step, so just double the number of feet in a mile...
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You may now return to your previously scheduled thread.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 02:00:32 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 21, 2005, 02:00:32 PM
Ja, the latter, not the former. The two most common "huh?" phrases in motorcycle ads are "adult miles" and "woman-owned."
I've never seen an ad that said "Man-owned, and he was a kitty cat, so it's in nice shape."
I've never seen an ad that said "Man-owned, and he was a kitty cat, so it's in nice shape."
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: John Bates on October 21, 2005, 06:39:17 PM
Post by: John Bates on October 21, 2005, 06:39:17 PM
Quote from: Maduro MistressMy little faithful ..... is the most awesome beast I could ever imagine. Her and I have put on ...... in the last 3 months and yet, I know she will be reliable and stick with me forever.
I find myself, however, thinking more and more about ....... will ever give her up, but I also feel kinda guilty thinking about taking on another .... and just letting her "sit" ....... when she's such a fantastic piece of equipment.
Does anyone else have such dilemas or should I down the dosage on my percocet? I realized all this on the way home last night after not having her for a week. I don't think I could ever trade her in, it just doesn't feel right.
What's wrong with this quote?
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 07:34:51 PM
Post by: RVertigo on October 21, 2005, 07:34:51 PM
Quote from: RoadstergalYou know you want it.I'd get a Burger before that thing... :nono:
http://seattle.craigslist.org/mcy/105655616.html
Title: Re: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 08:04:36 PM
Post by: Phaedrus on October 21, 2005, 08:04:36 PM
Quote from: John BatesQuote from: Maduro MistressMy little faithful ..... is the most awesome beast I could ever imagine. Her and I have put on ...... in the last 3 months and yet, I know she will be reliable and stick with me forever.
I find myself, however, thinking more and more about ....... will ever give her up, but I also feel kinda guilty thinking about taking on another .... and just letting her "sit" ....... when she's such a fantastic piece of equipment.
Does anyone else have such dilemas or should I down the dosage on my percocet? I realized all this on the way home last night after not having her for a week. I don't think I could ever trade her in, it just doesn't feel right.
What's wrong with this quote?
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
:lol: *smarmy grin* :lol: I see where you are going with this. My favorite part was the "fantastic piece of equipment" part. w00t!
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: juggernaught on October 22, 2005, 07:34:36 AM
Post by: juggernaught on October 22, 2005, 07:34:36 AM
Well...speaking as an almost "old fart" to ya young 'uns and having some personal version of "adult miles" i would have to list them as the following:
1) I don't red-line unless it will save my life somehow.
2) No wheelies or endo's or general skidding...unless somehow it will save my life.
3) No weaving in and out of traffic...unless it will somehow save me from losing my job. (i'm chronically late you see..)
4) Using the bike for domestic tasks like the time i picked up a large pyramid shaped scratching post/ hideout for my cat. I strapped this thingy to the back of my bike and rode home like some egyptian geek. A mature egyptian geek.
5) No jack-rabbit starts as the lights turn green...except when i occasionally sneeze while riding and pop a small wheelie.
6) If you get off your bike and spend the rest of the day walking around in the same pose as when you were on the bike (because of arthritis) then you have definitely put in some adult miles.
Just my 2 cents. :P [/list]
1) I don't red-line unless it will save my life somehow.
2) No wheelies or endo's or general skidding...unless somehow it will save my life.
3) No weaving in and out of traffic...unless it will somehow save me from losing my job. (i'm chronically late you see..)
4) Using the bike for domestic tasks like the time i picked up a large pyramid shaped scratching post/ hideout for my cat. I strapped this thingy to the back of my bike and rode home like some egyptian geek. A mature egyptian geek.
5) No jack-rabbit starts as the lights turn green...except when i occasionally sneeze while riding and pop a small wheelie.
6) If you get off your bike and spend the rest of the day walking around in the same pose as when you were on the bike (because of arthritis) then you have definitely put in some adult miles.
Just my 2 cents. :P [/list]
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Jace009gs on October 22, 2005, 02:59:49 PM
Post by: Jace009gs on October 22, 2005, 02:59:49 PM
i lust for a Harley Davidson :lol:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RedShift on October 22, 2005, 07:35:08 PM
Post by: RedShift on October 22, 2005, 07:35:08 PM
There's always one in the crowd... :P
I figure I have another four, maybe five weeks tops to go in this riding season. Then come the MC shows, reading up on magazines, books, etc, during the long wait for dry, clean, saltless roads and the warmth of spring. All are condusive to thinking of what could be.
On the first note, here's a link to the Cycle World Internation Motorcycle Show calendar (http://show.motorcycleshows.com/IMSBrandManager/v42/index.cvn) for the upcoming season. For those who don't feel guilty looking at other steel horses, it's a great opportunity to mingle through the latest livery.
I figure I have another four, maybe five weeks tops to go in this riding season. Then come the MC shows, reading up on magazines, books, etc, during the long wait for dry, clean, saltless roads and the warmth of spring. All are condusive to thinking of what could be.
On the first note, here's a link to the Cycle World Internation Motorcycle Show calendar (http://show.motorcycleshows.com/IMSBrandManager/v42/index.cvn) for the upcoming season. For those who don't feel guilty looking at other steel horses, it's a great opportunity to mingle through the latest livery.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Blingmasta on October 22, 2005, 09:30:16 PM
Post by: Blingmasta on October 22, 2005, 09:30:16 PM
I want a post 2003 SV1000S with the full fairing, cheaper than a comparable supersport but not quite the horsepower. I'm getting one in two years.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: streetsweeper on October 23, 2005, 11:19:33 AM
Post by: streetsweeper on October 23, 2005, 11:19:33 AM
Well, I've only got about 400 miles under my belt on ANY bike, but I'm already lusting for my next bike. It won't happen for a while, but maybe 2 yrs. down the road or so... I will be getting either this:
(http://www.suzukicycles.com/images/gallery/SV1000SK5/photos/SV1000BK5.jpg)
or I will be getting this:
http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2005/CBR600F4i
Whichever I decide to get, the GS won't be going ANYWHERE. 8)
Oh, and just for the record, to whoever said the SV1000 is "somewhat tame" or whatever, keep in mind it's only about a half second slower in the 1/4 mile than a Yamaha R1 or any other litre bike for that matter. It's one bad V-twin. :cheers:
(http://www.suzukicycles.com/images/gallery/SV1000SK5/photos/SV1000BK5.jpg)
or I will be getting this:
http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2005/CBR600F4i
Whichever I decide to get, the GS won't be going ANYWHERE. 8)
Oh, and just for the record, to whoever said the SV1000 is "somewhat tame" or whatever, keep in mind it's only about a half second slower in the 1/4 mile than a Yamaha R1 or any other litre bike for that matter. It's one bad V-twin. :cheers:
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: aevans17 on October 24, 2005, 10:04:05 AM
Post by: aevans17 on October 24, 2005, 10:04:05 AM
Quote from: RoadstergalIf you don't want your bike anymore, talk to me first.
Okay will do!
Uhmm does your post meand that you heard that the GSR600 will be available in America?????? (This is how rumors get started, OHHH NO.)
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Roadstergal on October 24, 2005, 12:58:21 PM
Post by: Roadstergal on October 24, 2005, 12:58:21 PM
I already got my replacement F... but when it comes time for you to sell, it really looks like a seller's market for GSs in Seattle.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: dhgeyer on October 25, 2005, 01:06:54 AM
Post by: dhgeyer on October 25, 2005, 01:06:54 AM
I went through 8 bikes in 3 years. I'm beyond guilt! Biggest was an '02 Vulcan 1500 classic FI, which I hated almost as soon as I bought it. Smallest was a Rebel 250, which I loved, but it wasn't quite enough on the highway. I think the GS500 is about the perfect size. I like it better than any of the other bikes I've had, looking at the total package. By that I mean the fun factor, good gas mileage, the flexibility, and the relatively low maint costs. That was the big beef I had with the BMW I had - the routine upkeep. BMW stands for "Bring My Wallet"!
We bought my daughter a Ninja 250, and that also is a really great bike. I steal that from her once in a while for an afternoon, and I never regret it!
We in this country have a mindset that bigger is automatically better. In motorcycles, it's not. Smaller, lighter bikes have a lot going for them. I wasted a lot of money on bigger bikes finding this out the hard way.
I haven't had the GS very long, and the biggest concern I have is reliability. Seems like there are way too many posts on this board about various breakdowns and mechanical problems - more so than other bike specific boards I've inhabited. My GS already broke down and stranded me once. I'd like to keep it, but I'm not sure I can trust it.
So many motorcycles - so little time!
We bought my daughter a Ninja 250, and that also is a really great bike. I steal that from her once in a while for an afternoon, and I never regret it!
We in this country have a mindset that bigger is automatically better. In motorcycles, it's not. Smaller, lighter bikes have a lot going for them. I wasted a lot of money on bigger bikes finding this out the hard way.
I haven't had the GS very long, and the biggest concern I have is reliability. Seems like there are way too many posts on this board about various breakdowns and mechanical problems - more so than other bike specific boards I've inhabited. My GS already broke down and stranded me once. I'd like to keep it, but I'm not sure I can trust it.
So many motorcycles - so little time!
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Longinus on October 25, 2005, 06:23:26 AM
Post by: Longinus on October 25, 2005, 06:23:26 AM
I'm dying to check out the Triumph Daytona 675. It's relased here around march next year, right about the time I will be looking for a second bike (i'm most definitely keeping the GS).
At the moment i am liking : The Triumph.
: '06 Yamaha R6.
: Suzuki '05 or '06 GSXR600.
At the moment i am liking : The Triumph.
: '06 Yamaha R6.
: Suzuki '05 or '06 GSXR600.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: ukchickenlover on October 25, 2005, 07:27:51 AM
Post by: ukchickenlover on October 25, 2005, 07:27:51 AM
Quote from: dhgeyer
I haven't had the GS very long, and the biggest concern I have is reliability. Seems like there are way too many posts on this board about various breakdowns and mechanical problems - more so than other bike specific boards I've inhabited. My GS already broke down and stranded me once. I'd like to keep it, but I'm not sure I can trust it.
So many motorcycles - so little time!
I have had a gs for 1 year and it has been very reliable. I had to change some coils but that was the only problem. I think the main problems are due to the bikes being cheap transport and so are not maintained properly.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: okayf00l on January 03, 2006, 11:57:12 PM
Post by: okayf00l on January 03, 2006, 11:57:12 PM
I just got my bike but I am lusting over other bikes! I love the gs though I think it is a perfect bike for me to learn on. I might keep it when I grown out of it so I can just maintain it and work on it so that if I need to work on a more expensive bike I will have the experience.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: okayf00l on January 03, 2006, 11:58:17 PM
Post by: okayf00l on January 03, 2006, 11:58:17 PM
I just got my bike but I am lusting over other bikes! I love the gs though I think it is a perfect bike for me to learn on. I might keep it when I grown out of it so I can just maintain it and work on it so that if I need to work on a more expensive bike I will have the experience.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: RedShift on January 04, 2006, 04:58:46 AM
Post by: RedShift on January 04, 2006, 04:58:46 AM
Quote from: dhgeyer... I haven't had the GS very long, and the biggest concern I have is reliability. Seems like there are way too many posts on this board about various breakdowns and mechanical problems - more so than other bike specific boards I've inhabited. My GS already broke down and stranded me once. I'd like to keep it, but I'm not sure I can trust it.My observations lead me to believe that the GS500 is as reliable as you make it. In the four years I've had mine, the only trouble I've had was my doing (like flooding it or draining a weak battery). From what I've noticed from others, it's been neglect (storing without fuel stabilizer) or alterations (jet kit) done to the base unit that caused problems.
So many motorcycles - so little time!
Set it up properly and treat it right, and the bike keeps on running & running...
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: Zilla on January 04, 2006, 05:04:50 AM
Post by: Zilla on January 04, 2006, 05:04:50 AM
I check pretty much all bikes. Too bad my budget won't allow me to buy them all! Really digging the Ducati Hypermotard in the new Cycle World. 375 pounds and 130 Horsepower.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: ukchickenlover on January 04, 2006, 01:11:25 PM
Post by: ukchickenlover on January 04, 2006, 01:11:25 PM
I just got a cbr600 last year and still lust after other bikes. This is a better bike than I am a rider so I think it is just about change. I like lots of different bikes. Before I wanted better handling and more power, now its more about the look and the sound they make.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: ballyhoo on January 04, 2006, 02:42:22 PM
Post by: ballyhoo on January 04, 2006, 02:42:22 PM
I rode a 1977 GS400 for 27 years and had very few problems, basically just tune-ups incl. valve adjustments. The bike was written up in 1978 in Cycle World as "one of the ten best buys" for 1978. They described the engine as "bulletproof," and raved about the handling.
The 1989 GS500 and beyond is using that same GS400 engine, except for bigger bore, updated carbs, electronic ignition (yay!) and plain bearings on the crank and balancer, all of which make it even MORE bulletproof!
You can't find a more reliable, trouble-free motorcycle, bar none. I have no desire for a bigger or different bike, except for that *(&&^%^$%# seat. Lusting after stuff is what Buddhists recognize as the root of all suffering. So keep on suffering if that's what you want, but me, I'm riding.
The 1989 GS500 and beyond is using that same GS400 engine, except for bigger bore, updated carbs, electronic ignition (yay!) and plain bearings on the crank and balancer, all of which make it even MORE bulletproof!
You can't find a more reliable, trouble-free motorcycle, bar none. I have no desire for a bigger or different bike, except for that *(&&^%^$%# seat. Lusting after stuff is what Buddhists recognize as the root of all suffering. So keep on suffering if that's what you want, but me, I'm riding.
Title: Do you feel guilty lusting over other bikes?
Post by: octane on January 04, 2006, 02:47:43 PM
Post by: octane on January 04, 2006, 02:47:43 PM
I've been lusting for other bikes for years...but I just kept modding the GS. I strongly considered buying a new bike this year, but the ones I'm interested in are out of my financial reach...and expensive to insure. I can't wait to see the Daytona 675, as someone here mentioned, and I know the local Triumph dealer well, but they're still gonna be hard to get. I'd also be amped about a Daytona 955i or a Speed Triple, and a few other newer bikes, but I can't justify the expense. I'd be cool with a used TL or RC51 or even a Super Hawk too, but I don't want a beater and nice examples are at the very top of my spending limit.
I don't know what to do with myself if I'm not building or modding something and if I spend every last penny on a bike, I have no money to play with! Plus, I'm generally a cheapskate. So I've decided to build a new bike. I'm gonna take my time and do it exactly how I want. I've been collecting parts for a while and am getting close to starting assembly.
The bike started as a 1980 Yamaha XS1100 frame (I parted the rest of it out). I got the XS free from a friend - it didn't run, and the cost of parts just to get it running wasn't justified unless I did a complete resto...and stock the bike didn't fit me that well. Anyhow, that's the frame. I'm grafting a Hayabusa swingarm and monoshock onto the bike and will use a 'busa USD front end. I've got black 'busa wheels and brakes in the parts pile too, I just need to buy the steel lines to finish them off. I have a Yamaha FZ1S 1000cc inline 4 and wiring harness for power. I'm still looking for and deciding on bodywork, but I want to go with a vintage cafe look. I'm hoping to have the bike running sometime this summer, but realistically it'll be the following summer before I'm riding it. It's gonna be cool though!!
I don't know what to do with myself if I'm not building or modding something and if I spend every last penny on a bike, I have no money to play with! Plus, I'm generally a cheapskate. So I've decided to build a new bike. I'm gonna take my time and do it exactly how I want. I've been collecting parts for a while and am getting close to starting assembly.
The bike started as a 1980 Yamaha XS1100 frame (I parted the rest of it out). I got the XS free from a friend - it didn't run, and the cost of parts just to get it running wasn't justified unless I did a complete resto...and stock the bike didn't fit me that well. Anyhow, that's the frame. I'm grafting a Hayabusa swingarm and monoshock onto the bike and will use a 'busa USD front end. I've got black 'busa wheels and brakes in the parts pile too, I just need to buy the steel lines to finish them off. I have a Yamaha FZ1S 1000cc inline 4 and wiring harness for power. I'm still looking for and deciding on bodywork, but I want to go with a vintage cafe look. I'm hoping to have the bike running sometime this summer, but realistically it'll be the following summer before I'm riding it. It's gonna be cool though!!