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MG2959
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 10:49 am |
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Hello all,
I am new to this forum, and wanted to say hi. I have been riding since 2001 and have only had one bike, an 02 plate ZX6R A1P the first 636 one. It is great and I love it, but want a change......I was wondering what do people think a good second bike would be for me.
I ride mostly for pleasure, with some reasonable trips from London area to Cornwall at least four times a year, some weekend blasts, and some commuting of around 30 miles or so. I am on the well built side, 6'2" and about 16 stone. I have looked at some of the new sportsbikes and they seem to be built for midgets! Last year I came close to buying a new GSXR 750, but bottled it at the last minute fearing back, knee and wrist problems for the rest of my life.
Any ideas???
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 11:27 am |
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Does it have ti be faired, if so look for sports/tourer, zzr for example upright sitting but still fast, or if not look at a naked, like the Bandit.
Best thing look at as many bikes as possible and try to test ride anything that takes your fancy......................
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 11:52 am |
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I'm a similair size and my k6 1000 seems to fit pretty well. Numb arse after a few hours but no knee or wrist pains ( They lowered the footpegs for the K5/K6 but moved them in a bit so ground clearance wasnt compromised).
Its definitely more comfortable than my last two blades.
Oh yeah, hi, welcome and all that.
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 12:25 pm |
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My mate's got a Blackbird for sale. I reckon that'd do exactly what you want it to.
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MG2959
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 05:04 pm |
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propane wrote: Does it have ti be faired, if so look for sports/tourer, zzr for example upright sitting but still fast, or if not look at a naked, like the Bandit.
Best thing look at as many bikes as possible and try to test ride anything that takes your fancy......................
Happy hunting
I would prefer faired...to be fair! Sports tourer is an idea. Yes I will make sure I test ride.
Thanks
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MG2959
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 05:07 pm |
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i never sleep wrote: I'm a similair size and my k6 1000 seems to fit pretty well. Numb arse after a few hours but no knee or wrist pains ( They lowered the footpegs for the K5/K6 but moved them in a bit so ground clearance wasnt compromised).
Its definitely more comfortable than my last two blades.
Oh yeah, hi, welcome and all that.
Umm thats interesting, I was aware that you could adjust the pegs on the K6/K7 models, but didn't really think it would make that much difference?
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MG2959
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 05:10 pm |
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TimmyMagic wrote: My mate's got a Blackbird for sale. I reckon that'd do exactly what you want it to.
Not thought about a Blackbird before you mentioned it. It certainly is an idea, but I just get the feeling that I would be getting too old too soon. (Sorry if I offend anyone with a bird),
I have thought about a VFR 800, which would be a little more sporty with the comfort I crave
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 05:43 pm |
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Presume by second bike you mean next bike, rather than additional. Key then is more comfort, but still sporty?
Each to his own of course, but I'd have thought the VFR was more of a Retirement Ride than the Blackbird... If you like the look of them, you won't hear a bad word about either (except the VTEC bit, don't start).
Depending on budget, how about a Mk1 Busa? BMW R1100S or K1200S?
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Posted: Tue Mar 25th, 2008 09:45 pm |
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MG2959 wrote:
i never sleep wrote: I'm a similair size and my k6 1000 seems to fit pretty well. Numb arse after a few hours but no knee or wrist pains ( They lowered the footpegs for the K5/K6 but moved them in a bit so ground clearance wasnt compromised).
Its definitely more comfortable than my last two blades.
Oh yeah, hi, welcome and all that.
Umm thats interesting, I was aware that you could adjust the pegs on the K6/K7 models, but didn't really think it would make that much difference?
You can adjust pegs on the K6/K7 600s and 750s. Im referring to the K5/K6 1000.
I rode through some bends yesterday with a guy on a VFR v-tech and it looked pretty capable. More sport than tourer?
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MG2959
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Posted: Wed Mar 26th, 2008 01:19 pm |
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The 1000 is an option, but I am afraid that it will scare the cr*p out of me? Or is that just me being a wuss? Is it going to be much different than my 600? Stupidly different or managable?
I shall definatley do some looking around and get test rides where I can. Will now consider VFR and a Blackbird.
Many thanks for your advice
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Posted: Fri Mar 28th, 2008 12:11 pm |
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Hi mate, welcome.
I'm biased as I have one, but have you thought about an Aprilia RSV1000 Mille. I'm 6'1" and about 15 stone so similar to you, and it's a cracking bike. Fits me really well, I've toured on it, is more than fast enough, looks great, sounds fantastic and costs less to buy than you might think. Never had a problem with mine (except generic crap sidestand and back brake), and would definitely get another one when mine wears out.
Worth considering - go for the older shape (2001 / 2002) as they are a bit bigger I think, and will obviously cost less. You should be able to pick up the higher spec 'R' version for 3 -4K easily.
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Posted: Fri Mar 28th, 2008 12:25 pm |
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Posted: Mon Mar 31st, 2008 06:03 am |
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Just do what all intelligent bikers do, and get an R1200GS. Learn to ride it properly and the only time you'll get overtaken is on the motorway, if you'll ever use one again.
Last edited on Mon Mar 31st, 2008 06:03 am by ExpatinIstanbul
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Posted: Mon Mar 31st, 2008 02:45 pm |
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| I can vouch for the Blackbird and assure you it doesn't feel like an old man's bike at all. I love it and it's absolutely daft fast.
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Posted: Wed Apr 2nd, 2008 09:11 pm |
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MG2959 wrote: TimmyMagic wrote: My mate's got a Blackbird for sale. I reckon that'd do exactly what you want it to.
Not thought about a Blackbird before you mentioned it. It certainly is an idea, but I just get the feeling that I would be getting too old too soon. (Sorry if I offend anyone with a bird),
I have thought about a VFR 800, which would be a little more sporty with the comfort I crave
Not offended but a little wide-eyed! I've had three ZZR1100s, a GSXR600(for a month) and now a '99 Blackbird.
Its the best I've ever riden, stops beautifully, turns wonderfully and goes like a fucking train! I assure you no-one will get old on a Blackbird as long as you remember that the right wrist is there for more than wanking.
That said I'd love an RSV Mille... just to compare you understand.
Oh and hi...
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Posted: Wed Apr 2nd, 2008 09:58 pm |
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Hi and welcome mate,
No advice about the bike though, they,re all good, go with your heart.
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Posted: Wed Apr 2nd, 2008 10:08 pm |
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Hi ,
on the subject of the VFR - I think its a good bike if you like the engine character- its different from an inline four in a way that i found really surprising & which has taken me a while to get used to. i bought mine based on reccomendations in the mags because i enjoyed sports touring more than sunday morning thrashing. It gets you up to speed deceptively fast and has serious engine braking compared to an inline 4. It also sounds very distinctive. Mines the Fi1 so its not a VTEC which seems to get a criticised by most people/mags but is probably a very good bike . The quality of finish on mine is second to none and apart from rectifier issues they seem very reliable if you look after them.
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Posted: Thu Apr 3rd, 2008 04:20 pm |
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steelyglint wrote: Hi ,
on the subject of the VFR - I think its a good bike if you like the engine character- its different from an inline four in a way that i found really surprising & which has taken me a while to get used to. i bought mine based on reccomendations in the mags because i enjoyed sports touring more than sunday morning thrashing. It gets you up to speed deceptively fast and has serious engine braking compared to an inline 4. It also sounds very distinctive. Mines the Fi1 so its not a VTEC which seems to get a criticised by most people/mags but is probably a very good bike . The quality of finish on mine is second to none and apart from rectifier issues they seem very reliable if you look after them.
I have a 1998 VFR and a hairy 1993 'Blade. I do not think the VFR is as for old men as some say. I am 47 and rountinely ride the nuts off both of them. I want to but a 1st Gen FZ1 though, something you might consider as well.
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