Are you GS500 4 life? Is not, what is your GS a gateway to?
I'll probably go with an '07 FZ6 or '06 SV650 once I save enough cash.
I'm gonna get a Ninja 250... those are the BEST bikes out there.
:icon_lol:
I can't do just one. The FZ6 is great for errands and tours - anything with lots of street pavement. The WRX is great for goat trails/supermoto/dualsport/general hooliganism. The GS is a great track bike (in its current form). The Titter is probably not going to be my SM race bike from here on out, though. We'll see where that goes. I'd love a real-deal 250SM in the future, but not until I get good enough to not run at the back of the pack with it.
14 months ago I moved on to a DL650 V-Strom, and it was a great choice for me! 58 MPG ain't bad either! Just changed the oil & filter today, which takes all of 10 minutes if you're slow! It sits high, which is fine for long-legged people like me, and I'm about at eye level with drivers in F-150's, so I have a great view of traffic all around me.
Still, if I had the garage space, I would have at least 2 bikes, and might have kept my '05 GS.
I still want the GSR 600. Maybe someone at suzuki will read this and they will bring it to the states. :thumb:
sv650, fz6, connie, or an older cb. i'll lean towards newer, fuel injected bikes though.
the gs still makes me grin wiiiiiiide so i'll keep her.
+1 on the SV 650.
I'm in love with that bike.
I'm starting to like newer models too, even though older carburetted ones with smoother lines are my favourites so far. :thumb:
There's plenty of brand-new SV 650's at many dealers' nowadays, and they sell with a massive price discount (MSRP 6800-7000 EUR, actual price as low as 4500-5000 :o).
Downside is, they usually don't take an used bike back for an SV, and even then I'd lose a HUGE amount of money (I couldn't get half of the 2300 EUR I paid for her last year) on the GS. :o
So, I'm afraid I'll have to stick with the GS for the time being. :icon_razz:
PS: FZ6 not a bad option at all. :thumb:
Quote from: ohgood on August 30, 2008, 03:46:39 AM
sv650, fz6, connie, or an older cb. i'll lean towards newer, fuel injected bikes though.
Hope you're tall and feeling strong if you want a concours. I thought I wanted one until I test rode - soooo topheavy, and with the way they manage the airflow and radiator, only good for cold weather - the heat just washes over you.
I thought the SV was injected, just from chatter picked up here.
Hmm - gs500 retrofit injection - what would that take - add O2 sensors, swap out carbs for throttle bodies (could carbs be used as basis for TBs?), add a fuel pump and injectors, and a serious CPU upgrade for the black box. Should cost, oh, twice what I paid for my used GS, easy....nevermind ;)
>DoD#i:
Older model SV's ('99-'02, trellis-like frame - as it was meant to be Suzuki's answer to Ducati's Monster - , smoother tank and body lines) were carburetted.
Newer styled models ('03-present, different frame, sharper lines) are fuel injected instead. ;)
Next one in my garage is going to be a Goldwing.
i would like to get another suzuki tl1000r again, the fastest track bike outside of moto gp
Quote from: bettingpython on August 30, 2008, 08:12:15 AM
Next one in my garage is going to be a Goldwing.
thought you were lusting after a cbr1000???? :dunno_white:
really leaning towards a zx14 myself, but am not totally against a zx12 or 10 either. am sort of partial to the bigger, longer, smoother looking bikes. The CBR100 and the R1 all look really sharp and angular to me, which is not unattractive in it's own right, just not for me.
Quote from: Big Lou on August 30, 2008, 01:04:34 PM
really leaning towards a zx14 myself, but am not totally against a zx12 or 10 either. am sort of partial to the bigger, longer, smoother looking bikes. The CBR100 and the R1 all look really sharp and angular to me, which is not unattractive in it's own right, just not for me.
of course I meant CBR1000
Rode a friend's V-Strom the other day (DL650) -- very nice bike. I loved the engine, which had a great combination of low-end torque and revving ability.
I'm going to be looking for a BMW R1100RT or R1150RT as a tour bike. Not soon, but someday. My dad has a 1994, and it is fuel-injected with ABS. Quite a ride, even for a 14 year old bike.
Quote from: jserio on August 30, 2008, 12:51:41 PM
Quote from: bettingpython on August 30, 2008, 08:12:15 AM
Next one in my garage is going to be a Goldwing.
thought you were lusting after a cbr1000???? :dunno_white:
The new 1k would be nice, but he 954 is just fine, FYI the wing won't replace the 954. Just another set of wheels in the garage.
if i stay on the sport bike look i'm going sv1000s (fully faired) or if i go cruiser i'll do a used street rod (stinks that I could buy a m109r for the same i could buy a 5 yr old v rod but that kinda power still makes me a little to nervous)
sv650 or sv1000. dont know which yet.
I like SV650's. And I've always been partial to Duc monsters.
Gsxr 600 , or a Dr650
Quote from: Chokstick on August 30, 2008, 08:25:56 PM
I like SV650's. And I've always been partial to Duc monsters.
or a monster, if I can afford that..
this thread is garbage without pics...
(http://www.motorcycleconnect.com/Ducati/2007/Sport_Classic/GT_1000/GT_1000_1.jpg)
Until I get this, it's <$500 machines and parts to keep them going.
that mak if f%$king georgeous :icon_twisted: :icon_twisted: and NOT red :icon_mrgreen:
with over 5 years on this board i still have yet been able to successfully post a pic :oops:
fat bob ;)
if were sticking to sportbikes - ducati 1098, or buell XB12r or 1125r.
V twins dont just make the best cruisers - they make the best sportbikes too
I've always loved this bike with the decals removed. This will be my next.
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j244/saffronjones/0620CBR600RR-2.jpg)
I moved from the GS500 up to a 2001 R6, then a 2004 SV650S, then a 2007 ZZR600. I loved them all, but I think next time I might be ready to defect to the sport-touring ranks. I'm thinking FJR-1300 or Concourse, maybe. Time and my lower back will tell ;)
The SV650 is a great bike. I loved that power plant. It was perfect for tearing up the back roads and the surface streets around town.
I like the SV650 as well with that wonderful v-twin and light and flickable philosophy. My only issue is that I can really only keep one bike, and the SV650 isn't ideal for touring. With a windscreen and lower footpegs (from a Buell) it can be made into one, but add in the suggested front fork upgrade and the SV costs more than the FZ6.
Quote from: vtlion on September 02, 2008, 02:33:38 AM
I moved from the GS500 up to a 2001 R6, then a 2004 SV650S, then a 2007 ZZR600. I loved them all, but I think next time I might be ready to defect to the sport-touring ranks. I'm thinking FJR-1300 or Concourse, maybe. Time and my lower back will tell ;)
The SV650 is a great bike. I loved that power plant. It was perfect for tearing up the back roads and the surface streets around town.
FJR1300 - beautifully refined bike. Well put together - does eat tyres due to being rediculously fast in my opinion for a tourer. Sounds great. Nice simple, clean yet modern dials. Really cracking bike. We have one in teh garage now.
My next bike.. Im undecided. I want a new car, i sense i will use my car much more than my bike due to the crappy weather in england and my commuting circumstances. If i chose to get a new car then the bike would be a Supermoto of somekind. Otherwise il be looking at one of these babies
(http://www.motorcycledaily.com/080307middle.jpg)
08 Triumph Street Triple :icon_mrgreen:
last year when i was shopping for a new bike i almost bought a 03 sv 650 but i went with the old 89 gs500 which lead me to my new gs500f. had i bought the sv650 i would not have reconnected with my gstwins friends and to be honest would not be doing as well as i am personally as i am now. this site has been a life saver for me. oh sorry we were talking about bikes. ok brand new a red r1 or a sv1000s used i want my tl1000r back :)
Quote from: Kasumi on September 02, 2008, 09:23:31 AM
(http://www.motorcycledaily.com/080307middle.jpg)
08 Triumph Street Triple :icon_mrgreen:
Ooooh...Pretty!
Oh yeas, in exactly that configuration too, love the white on blue of triumph and the flyscreen and bellypan and seat cowel. Got exactly the same 675 daytona motor but tuned for midrange torque.
I'd really like to see what the new KTM RC8 is going to be like.
Now that I'm bikeless for at least 2 weeks I've been considering this question a lot lately...and I can't really decide. I recently rode a friend's Katana and it made me pine for an inline-4 but it may not be practical. I'd like a bike that is...
INLINE-4
LIGHT
GOOD FOR SHORT RIDERS
COMFORTABLE FOR LONGER RIDES WHEN NECESSARY
FULLY FAIRED
NOT AN ARM AND A LEG
FUEL-INJECTED
So despite wanting an I4, I'll probably go with the Ninja 650. I'd like the SV650 but it looks "sad, morose, and depressed"; plus it's uncomfortable. I'm still keeping my eye on Hyosung but until they're more reliable I'm not risking it.
Anyone know of any bikes that fit that description that I'm not considering?
sounds like u are talking about a ninja 500
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii93/jchc413/nv55544_1_400.jpg)
but since I wont be able to afford one of these for a while unless I find an amazing deal I will be riding my gs500 for probably the next 5 years or so :) Even when I can afford it I might keep my gs for around town.
Quote from: jchc413 on September 02, 2008, 03:46:36 PM
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii93/jchc413/nv55544_1_400.jpg)
but since I wont be able to afford one of these for a while unless I find an amazing deal I will be riding my gs500 for probably the next 5 years or so :) Even when I can afford it I might keep my gs for around town.
i thought about a victory - even test rode a vision (that thing is a bad ass)
but get this - 1500 mile service interval. FIFTEEN HUNDRED MILES.
thats like a week.
the suzuki was 4000, and the harley is 5000
in this day and age it is inexusable for a bike manufacturer to come out with anything with a < 4K service interval.
victories are designed to be looked at, not ridden. and it sucks cause they ride really good.
Yeah I am sure by the time I have the money to afford one I will find something I like better anyway. They sure are nice to look at though.
A Duc S4RS with the MBP 1040 kit and full remus carbon set-up.......should come somewhere in the range of 150rwhp.
Quote from: spc on September 02, 2008, 05:24:42 PM
A Duc S4RS with the MBP 1040 kit and full remus carbon set-up.......should come somewhere in the range of 150rwhp.
Do u know the difference b/n the s4r and the s2r? I was looking at the monsters...
S2R is a 2 valve 1000cc engine used in the ST's and Multistrada's while the S4R and S4RS use the 998 Testretta evoluzione engine. MBP is a performance Duc shop similar to FBF that manufactures over bore kits for most modern Ducati's.
Quote from: SeqArtMark on September 02, 2008, 10:56:28 AM
Now that I'm bikeless for at least 2 weeks I've been considering this question a lot lately...and I can't really decide. I recently rode a friend's Katana and it made me pine for an inline-4 but it may not be practical. I'd like a bike that is...
INLINE-4
LIGHT
GOOD FOR SHORT RIDERS
COMFORTABLE FOR LONGER RIDES WHEN NECESSARY
FULLY FAIRED
NOT AN ARM AND A LEG
FUEL-INJECTED
So despite wanting an I4, I'll probably go with the Ninja 650. I'd like the SV650 but it looks "sad, morose, and depressed"; plus it's uncomfortable. I'm still keeping my eye on Hyosung but until they're more reliable I'm not risking it.
Anyone know of any bikes that fit that description that I'm not considering?
Ride a DL650 (V-Strom). Not an I-4 but the FI V-twin 650 is a nice motor. It's light and flickable. Not as nice as the GS500 to short riders, but works for me and I'm 5'8".
Quote from: trumpetguy on September 02, 2008, 07:41:06 PM
Quote from: SeqArtMark on September 02, 2008, 10:56:28 AM
Now that I'm bikeless for at least 2 weeks I've been considering this question a lot lately...and I can't really decide. I recently rode a friend's Katana and it made me pine for an inline-4 but it may not be practical. I'd like a bike that is...
INLINE-4
LIGHT
GOOD FOR SHORT RIDERS
COMFORTABLE FOR LONGER RIDES WHEN NECESSARY
FULLY FAIRED
NOT AN ARM AND A LEG
FUEL-INJECTED
So despite wanting an I4, I'll probably go with the Ninja 650. I'd like the SV650 but it looks "sad, morose, and depressed"; plus it's uncomfortable. I'm still keeping my eye on Hyosung but until they're more reliable I'm not risking it.
Anyone know of any bikes that fit that description that I'm not considering?
Ride a DL650 (V-Strom). Not an I-4 but the FI V-twin 650 is a nice motor. It's light and flickable. Not as nice as the GS500 to short riders, but works for me and I'm 5'8".
again - v twins consistantly make the best motorcycles - sporkbikes, cruisers, dual sports, everyhing
i love me anything with a v twin ;)
Quote from: spc on September 02, 2008, 07:37:01 PM
S2R is a 2 valve 1000cc engine used in the ST's and Multistrada's while the S4R and S4RS use the 998 Testretta evoluzione engine. MBP is a performance Duc shop similar to FBF that manufactures over bore kits for most modern Ducati's.
so whats the better bike, s4r or s2r?
until you have raced a suzuki tl1000r on the track you have not lived. man i would lap some suckers and no one could keep up. twins rock
i will chose something with 2 wheels, an engine that runs nicely and doesn't cost me a fortune....oh, and is beginner friendly. :laugh:
Quote from: frankieG on September 04, 2008, 09:07:00 AM
until you have raced a suzuki tl1000r on the track you have not lived. man i would lap some suckers and no one could keep up. twins rock
those are hard to find now huh. dont make them anymore huh. how do they fair against the sv1000? more power? better handling?
Buell xb12r next bike for sure
In the last 30 years I've gone through;
1976 YZ125
1979 KLX 250
1979 KZ400
1978 KZ1000 Z-1R
1982 KZ750 L3
1990 XT250
1987 Radian 600
1981 CB650
1986 SRX-S
2004 VZ800 Marauder
2006 Bandit 650-S
2005 GS500E
Not too sure what might be next on my list but I do like the Kawasaki Versys 650...just not the price.
Quote from: dgo99gs500e on September 05, 2008, 08:48:54 AM
Buell xb12r next bike for sure
goog call - i love the bug-eye look - hence the fat bob i just bought
Quote from: dgo99gs500e on September 05, 2008, 08:48:54 AM
Buell xb12r next bike for sure
Ive been looking at these too.. is this the lightning or firebolt your takling about? What makes you want one?
Quote from: jdanna on September 05, 2008, 05:07:31 PM
Quote from: dgo99gs500e on September 05, 2008, 08:48:54 AM
Buell xb12r next bike for sure
goog call - i love the bug-eye look - hence the fat bob i just bought
I just saw this for the first time today in MotorCyclist. It may be my new favorite Buell!
Gotta love that they don't de-tune the engine for the naked version like most manufacturers. :thumb:
http://www.buell.com/en_us/bikes/street/1125CR/index.asp
if i had the money i want a honda superhawk SOOO bad they sound just sick nasty ya its a big bike but it would be a second bike
realistically i might get an SV when i graduate or maybe just a second GS and try a turbo who knows
Quote from: theUBS on September 05, 2008, 09:23:10 PM
Quote from: jdanna on September 05, 2008, 05:07:31 PM
Quote from: dgo99gs500e on September 05, 2008, 08:48:54 AM
Buell xb12r next bike for sure
goog call - i love the bug-eye look - hence the fat bob i just bought
I just saw this for the first time today in MotorCyclist. It may be my new favorite Buell!
Gotta love that they don't de-tune the engine for the naked version like most manufacturers. :thumb:
http://www.buell.com/en_us/bikes/street/1125CR/index.asp
oh wow - i didnt realize they had even come out with that
i still then the xb12r is better looking, but the 1125 motor is wicked cool.
its like the old corvette ZR1 - the engine was so damn good chevy couldnt even machine it, so that had to outsource it.
i love the sv100s and have ridden one extensively as my bike of choice when working for Suzuki. although they are considered "standard" bike for insurance purposes they come with clip ons and steering damper as stock. they are great track bikes but do not quite live up to the TL1000R. but then again they were not built to do so. i would say that on the track the S version, with the right rider, would kick butt. they are just so full of torque and are hugely wheelie machines that the slipper clutch was a must have. so if i could not get the TLR i wanted i would get the SVS 1000. if you add a remap and full yosh system and braided lines they are track monsters. they really need the braided SS lines because they just go so damn fast so damn quick u need something to slow them down. as for the Honda VFR..they are damn good bikes themselves and i would love to have one too. the RC51 is good but the side radiators are a design defect that is hard to overcome. the VFR(without the useless anti-lock brakes) is a great around towner and ok track. the look is incredible and sounds great too. the VFR is great out of the box. a red vfr800 rocks. for the SV1000 or TL1000S i recommend the black. for the TLR1000 the yellow is incredible but i have always had the standard gixxer color scheme. both are great and i think i would go for the yellow for a change..if i had the choice.
i'd ride any bike that was given to me free of charge. :laugh:
Quote from: trumpetguy on September 02, 2008, 07:41:06 PM
Quote from: SeqArtMark on September 02, 2008, 10:56:28 AM
Now that I'm bikeless for at least 2 weeks I've been considering this question a lot lately...and I can't really decide. I recently rode a friend's Katana and it made me pine for an inline-4 but it may not be practical. I'd like a bike that is...
INLINE-4
LIGHT
GOOD FOR SHORT RIDERS
COMFORTABLE FOR LONGER RIDES WHEN NECESSARY
FULLY FAIRED
NOT AN ARM AND A LEG
FUEL-INJECTED
So despite wanting an I4, I'll probably go with the Ninja 650. I'd like the SV650 but it looks "sad, morose, and depressed"; plus it's uncomfortable. I'm still keeping my eye on Hyosung but until they're more reliable I'm not risking it.
Anyone know of any bikes that fit that description that I'm not considering?
Ride a DL650 (V-Strom). Not an I-4 but the FI V-twin 650 is a nice motor. It's light and flickable. Not as nice as the GS500 to short riders, but works for me and I'm 5'8".
I could be thinking of the wrong bike but aren't they huge? Like 34" seat height or something? Thanks for the suggestion but my 29" inseam says no thanks. I'm actually starting to wonder if a naked bike would be so bad. I'm weary of having a bike without wind protection because I do a lot of highway riding but I would love to have a naked bike. How do you guys deal with the wind on the GSE?
Quote from: SeqArtMark on September 07, 2008, 01:18:53 PM
I could be thinking of the wrong bike but aren't they huge? Like 34" seat height or something? Thanks for the suggestion but my 29" inseam says no thanks. I'm actually starting to wonder if a naked bike would be so bad. I'm weary of having a bike without wind protection because I do a lot of highway riding but I would love to have a naked bike. How do you guys deal with the wind on the GSE?
I just have a basic wind screen. I don't think the wind is THAT bad. BUT, then again, i don't spend much time on the interstate. Crosswinds are always worse than anything I deal with head on, and I don't know that the F model would be any better in that category. :dunno_white:
VFR800's have the same side mount dual radiators as the RC51
Quote from: frankieG on September 07, 2008, 09:12:56 AM
i love the sv100s and have ridden one extensively as my bike of choice when working for Suzuki. although they are considered "standard" bike for insurance purposes they come with clip ons and steering damper as stock. they are great track bikes but do not quite live up to the TL1000R. but then again they were not built to do so. i would say that on the track the S version, with the right rider, would kick butt. they are just so full of torque and are hugely wheelie machines that the slipper clutch was a must have. so if i could not get the TLR i wanted i would get the SVS 1000. if you add a remap and full yosh system and braided lines they are track monsters. they really need the braided SS lines because they just go so damn fast so damn quick u need something to slow them down. as for the Honda VFR..they are damn good bikes themselves and i would love to have one too. the RC51 is good but the side radiators are a design defect that is hard to overcome. the VFR(without the useless anti-lock brakes) is a great around towner and ok track. the look is incredible and sounds great too. the VFR is great out of the box. a red vfr800 rocks. for the SV1000 or TL1000S i recommend the black. for the TLR1000 the yellow is incredible but i have always had the standard gixxer color scheme. both are great and i think i would go for the yellow for a change..if i had the choice.
how does braided lines slow down a bike faster? (newb)
They DO NOT slow a bike down faster. Braided lines eliminate the majority of the "expansion" that happens when you increase the pressure inside standard rubber brake lines. Go out and eyeball your brake lines while squeezing and releasing your brake lever. The line will flex and relax before you. Due to the lines expanding, some of the pressure delivered by the master cylinder is relieved before the caliper. Stainless lines prevent this from happening a allow nearly 95% of the lever pull to go directly to the caliper. Basically, you have to pull the lever less to get the same result, but your bike's stopping distance will not change between the two giving your brakes were working properly before and after.
yup ↑↑
Good to know thanks. :thumb:
Next for me will be either:
(http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/9240/apriliashiver7506032619rf6.jpg) (http://imageshack.us)
Aprilla Shiver 750
Or:
(http://img124.imageshack.us/img124/1632/ducati696monster8046922xi1.jpg) (http://imageshack.us)
Ducati Monster 695
Or:
(http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/8103/streettriplejetblack200zk4.jpg) (http://imageshack.us)
Triumph Street Triple
HD sportster 883c , or a new buell ulysses. i got to ride one which belonged to a photog from killboy. he was on one of our patriot guard missions, or an old ducati paso :icon_twisted:
Quote from: bikejunkie223 on September 07, 2008, 10:10:32 PM
Next for me will be either:
(http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/9240/apriliashiver7506032619rf6.jpg) (http://imageshack.us)
Aprilla Shiver 750
Or:
(http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/8103/streettriplejetblack200zk4.jpg) (http://imageshack.us)
Triumph Street Triple
I'm sure the Shiver is a great bike, but I'd have a hard time paying that money for it even if I had it to spend. My friend was talking about it today, but the stats weren't convincing to me--even over an SV650, much less the Street Triple. Granted looking at stats and riding are quite a bit different... It sure is sexy though! Great looking naked bike!
It's only a garnd or so more than a street triple, and sexier I think. Probably do the Triumph tho- easier to find a dealer.
Waiting for the new 2009 yamaha R1 to come out
I am going back and forth, while I research and have fun looking at pics.
Im starting to like the buells now.
Something like this:
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c390/Domindart/bikes/100_2714.jpg)
Quote from: bikejunkie223 on September 08, 2008, 04:44:26 PM
It's only a garnd or so more than a street triple, and sexier I think. Probably do the Triumph tho- easier to find a dealer.
Even as much as I love the Trip, I do think the Shiver is better looking. However, according to CycleWorld, it was almost a full second slower to 60 mph. 4 seconds flat for the Shiver vs. 3.1 for the Trip. The SV650 even out accelerated it up until the very top end. That's why I said the performance numbers would turn me away as much as the price. But like I said, stats don't always equal the whole riding experience. The SV is hard to beat as a good all-arounder at $5999 msrp.
Ill put the face mask on mine :icon_twisted:
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c390/Domindart/bikes/662_20070817163743_L.jpg)
Quote from: theUBS on September 08, 2008, 07:39:23 PMEven as much as I love the Trip, I do think the Shiver is better looking. However, according to CycleWorld, it was almost a full second slower to 60 mph. 4 seconds flat for the Shiver vs. 3.1 for the Trip. The SV650 even out accelerated it up until the very top end. That's why I said the performance numbers would turn me away as much as the price. But like I said, stats don't always equal the whole riding experience. The SV is hard to beat as a good all-arounder at $5999 msrp.
give them similar gearing and you'll read a different article. The Triple is meant to be an idiot's wheelie machine. The Shiver is a naked sportbike. I can think the front end of the Speed Triple up but the top end is garbage.
Oh and I'll point out that even though I posted a pic of the GT1000 as my next ride...it's my dream ride but not my next ride. My next ride will be my fantasy ride and be more along the lines of:
(http://www.thegsresources.com/images/hall_of_fame/750CafeRacera.jpg)
Quote from: makenzie71 on September 08, 2008, 08:09:16 PM
give them similar gearing and you'll read a different article. The Triple is meant to be an idiot's wheelie machine. The Shiver is a naked sportbike. I can think the front end of the Speed Triple up but the top end is garbage.
I thought the Trip was just a minimalist version of the Daytona 675. Definitely tuned more for midrange torque, but not completely ignoring top end either. The Trip tops out at 140 to the Shiver's 130. Again, this isn't to say that after riding the two back to back that I wouldn't enjoy the Shiver more. But numbers say I would if I have the itch for acceleration or all out speed. Most reports though say the Daytona's lineage is obvious in handling as well.
...oh, and just for clarification, we were discussing the Street Triple as opposed the beastier Speed Triple--which is pretty much outrageous.
ubs, your talking out yor arse as usual! You have no idea what so ever. :flipoff: :flipoff: :icon_lol:
Quote from: Domindart on September 08, 2008, 07:57:41 PM
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c390/Domindart/bikes/662_20070817163743_L.jpg)
It looks like someone strapped a gas mask onto the front of it...that's just odd. I really like the looks of the Aprila- Italian sexiness incarnate. I have always had a semi for Triumphs though, and I doubt there is an Aprila dealer anywhere near here. I'd take the Street Triple over an SV650 simply because there aren't many around. lot's of SV's running around...
Quote from: bikejunkie223 on September 08, 2008, 10:28:35 PM
It looks like someone strapped a gas mask onto the front of it...that's just odd. I really like the looks of the Aprila- Italian sexiness incarnate. I have always had a semi for Triumphs though, and I doubt there is an Aprila dealer anywhere near here. I'd take the Street Triple over an SV650 simply because there aren't many around. lot's of SV's running around...
I'd rather have the Triumph as well--for a multitude of reasons. But, I believe I'd be more than happy with the SV--which I can't really afford right now either. Heck, I'm happy when I'm riding my GS! :thumb:
UBS....wrote "speed" but I meant "street". Both of the bikes are well capable of getting into the 140mph area with the stock gearing. The thing is that the 675 is tune to deliver the rbunt of it's grunt from idle through midrange...which leaves the top end lacking. It's plenty fast but, riding it back to back with a 2006 GSXR600, there's no comparison to what the two can do up top. It's like comparing it to the 675 Daytona. The triple's edge in horsepower is going to keep it on top of the Shiver in most areas but the Shiver has it's powerband up top and should make it's delivery much better.
Of course I can't really say for the shiver, though, as I've yet to ride one.
i must admit the buell looks great but the power to weight ratio is just too poor for me to justify a purchase.
how does braided lines slow down a bike faster? (newb)
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standard brake lines are rubber compound, which expands depending on heat and pressure. so if you are riding aggressively or in warm weather or a combo the pressure in the line will expand it and makes less pressure. pressure is what drives the pads to slow down the bike. SS lines do not have this play. so you don't have to worry about heat. you will have much higher pressure and thus the pads can work harder because of the reduced heat. one finger braking for normal driving is not unusual with SS lines. two fingers for everything else including stoppies. hope this helps explain
Quote from: frankieG on September 09, 2008, 08:16:22 AM
i must admit the buell looks great but the power to weight ratio is just too poor for me to justify a purchase.
I just compared the ducati sportclassic 1000s to the buell xb9. They both have the same (92) hp and the buell is slightly lighter at 390 lbs dry weight.
THe sv1000 is 410 lbs with 118 hp.
The gs500 is 372 lbs with 47 hp.
I just goggled these numbers, I m not sure if they are exactly correct, but it looks like the buell is fine with me.
The gs is the one thats underpowered.
Quote from: frankieG on September 02, 2008, 11:37:12 AM
sounds like u are talking about a ninja 500
LMAO! I almost threw up when I read that. Actually, I just found the '09 Yamaha FZ6R. I don't do links or pics well so you'll have to Google it yourself. Unless something comes along to deter me (i.e. a better option) this is exactly what I'm looking for as my next bike.
can't disagree with the numbers
Quote from: SeqArtMark on September 10, 2008, 06:00:24 AM
Quote from: frankieG on September 02, 2008, 11:37:12 AM
sounds like u are talking about a ninja 500
LMAO! I almost threw up when I read that. Actually, I just found the '09 Yamaha FZ6R. I don't do links or pics well so you'll have to Google it yourself. Unless something comes along to deter me (i.e. a better option) this is exactly what I'm looking for as my next bike.
i checked out this bike on yamaha's webpage also. i like it. at least as of now. seems they won't be around for me to check out in person till the first of the year though.
wow, can't afford most of those due to home, new cars, dogs, and life in general. Gonna go fz6 or sv650s. Love them both depending on price.
Quote from: yamahonkawazuki on September 07, 2008, 10:34:27 PM
HD sportster 883c , or a new buell ulysses. i got to ride one which belonged to a photog from killboy. he was on one of our patriot guard missions, or an old ducati paso :icon_twisted:
the 883 is awesome - im just too tall for one :/
883c ( fwd controls), youre the one who bought the blacked out hd didnt you?, here recently?
Quote from: yamahonkawazuki on September 11, 2008, 03:13:38 AM
883c ( fwd controls), youre the one who bought the blacked out hd didnt you?, here recently?
yup
and my wife has a 07 883 with mid controls.
i like them both but i like the fat bob the best ;)
the 883 is on my list of prospects. :icon_mrgreen: :thumb:
i dig the street bobs with forward controls, its like riding a lazy boy
Quote from: beauduke01 on September 11, 2008, 03:55:36 PM
i dig the street bobs with forward controls, its like riding a lazy boy
it surprised the hell out of me how comfortable it was - the seat doesnt look like it would be much better then the seat i had on my C50 (which was the suzuki gel seat no less) but it is much much much much better. in fact its the most comfortable bike ive ever been on ;)
One of my regular customers brings me his 2004 1200 Sportster. Crazy torque and it's cool as hell bounding the thing off the rev-limiter but the forward controls feel so awkward. Might be the controls plus the straight bars but it just wasn't comfortable to me. Still love the bike...
Okay, so this is a lousy picture snapped with my cell phone of a bike in a magazine article at Wal-Hell. Anyway, I like the bike a lot! Thought I would share--it's in the latest issue of Sport Rider. They made their own ultimate naked bike out of a Yamaha YZF-R1. Other than stripping the plastics off, they made some other modifications--including going down a tooth on the front sprocket--as if THAT were really necessary. My favorite caption said something to the effect of "The rear tire still looked fresh and gripped well after a hard day of canyon carving, whereas the front tire spent too much time in the air to be properly evaluated."
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k57/n2brewha/09-12-08_2144.jpg)
If i could have any bike right now, it would be at triumph thunderbird sport. I belive its 885cc and 82 horsepower. I think they made em from 98-04. Im not sure which year this one is, but its the right color scheme. 8)
(http://www.bikenoise.com/Manufacturers/Triumph/Thunderbird%20Sport/Pictures/side.jpg)
Quote from: theUBS on September 12, 2008, 07:45:27 PM
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k57/n2brewha/09-12-08_2144.jpg)
headlights are too big.
Quote from: respite on September 12, 2008, 11:47:20 PM
If i could have any bike right now, it would be at triumph thunderbird sport. I belive its 885cc and 82 horsepower. I think they made em from 98-04. Im not sure which year this one is, but its the right color scheme. 8)
(http://www.bikenoise.com/Manufacturers/Triumph/Thunderbird%20Sport/Pictures/side.jpg)
I figure it's going for a bit of a retro look, and I do like it, but I can't help but think it would look better with a much more understated rear fender. :dunno_white: