April 28th, 2009, 04:42 PM | #41 | |
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April 28th, 2009, 05:29 PM | #42 |
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Hmm, you are right Alex, what a surprise
I am just comparing the ZX6R and ZX10R and they are 43 and 40 MPG respectively there is a 37.5lb weight difference between the two (17kg) I still think I will still stay with the 600s for now (when I can get a 600 due to my licence conditions), I just can't see how you can use the extra power of the 1000s legally on the road... Even the 600s will break the highest speed limit here in 1st
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April 28th, 2009, 05:33 PM | #43 |
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The only other bikes I have any interest in are the Versys and the ZX-6R ...
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April 28th, 2009, 05:40 PM | #44 |
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April 28th, 2009, 07:10 PM | #45 |
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April 28th, 2009, 07:25 PM | #46 |
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Ducati 848. White please.
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April 28th, 2009, 07:44 PM | #47 |
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I sold my '03 ZX6RR because it was too easy to end up to far north of the legal limit. Not something I need in a bike I am commuting on.
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April 29th, 2009, 05:49 AM | #48 |
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I've been riding a GSXR 1000 lately. I usually ride between 3 and 4 grand on the tach. That's just putting around for that engine however if you have some shelf control with the throttle it's still a sweet ride, then you have some reserve power should you need it.
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April 29th, 2009, 06:07 AM | #49 |
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April 29th, 2009, 02:00 PM | #50 |
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You and I are definitely on the same page. Excellent taste there my friend.
I sooo want a ducati. I can't see myself spending the cash on one, but I want it BAD! And once I get one, it will sit under a cover, not an ounce of dust on it anywhere, and ONLY taken out when there isn't a cloud in the sky. Like the ferrari in Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Only this would be better. A Ducati I would ride every day would be the monster. By the way, this is my background on my computer at work...
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April 29th, 2009, 02:25 PM | #51 |
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April 29th, 2009, 02:29 PM | #52 |
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April 29th, 2009, 06:54 PM | #53 | |
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April 29th, 2009, 06:58 PM | #54 | |
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April 29th, 2009, 07:00 PM | #55 | |
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April 29th, 2009, 07:04 PM | #56 |
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I should be like that considering the price tag. I just think the thing is a work of art.
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April 29th, 2009, 07:05 PM | #57 |
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April 29th, 2009, 07:05 PM | #58 |
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It is a work of art. How bad do you think the engineers would feel if you didn't display it to its full potential? Like putting a Monet in a closet.
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April 29th, 2009, 07:26 PM | #59 | |
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I'd be worried about laying it down is all. So i'd probably take it really easy on it and never put it in harms way.
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April 29th, 2009, 09:35 PM | #60 | |
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April 29th, 2009, 09:42 PM | #61 |
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DUCATI MONSTER 696!!! This is the only bike I would upgrade to right now. Honestly, everyday comfort riding appeals to me much more than absolute raw speed and performance. Besides, i absolutely love the naked styling and V-twin music!
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April 30th, 2009, 05:36 AM | #62 | |
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April 30th, 2009, 01:53 PM | #63 |
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If I were looking to upgrade I think the Monster 696 is a work of art but pricey, the HD XR1200 has that flat track cool but would grow tired of it I think, the rational part of me says my local dealer having '08 Yamaha FZ1's for around $7,700 is a sweet deal. Not fully naked bike, but a half fairing, and a very streetable liter engine.
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April 30th, 2009, 03:30 PM | #64 | |
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April 30th, 2009, 03:48 PM | #65 |
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Just checked out those FZs. Those things look pretty cool! Im glad this thread is staying active. Im very new to the world of bikes in all respects. This is helping me to expand my horizons!
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April 30th, 2009, 03:51 PM | #66 |
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April 30th, 2009, 03:56 PM | #67 | |
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April 30th, 2009, 04:08 PM | #68 |
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April 30th, 2009, 04:23 PM | #69 |
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April 30th, 2009, 04:34 PM | #71 |
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I also love Bimota's. Preferably the DB7!
And maybe the DB5R
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April 30th, 2009, 05:04 PM | #72 |
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Since everyone is dreaming Ducati. I've had a couple but I'm looking for a mint 916 to keep and ride on special occassions. One of the best ever made, reasonable in price now, damn sexy, is going to be a collector bike.
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April 30th, 2009, 05:38 PM | #73 | |
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April 30th, 2009, 05:49 PM | #74 |
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Has no one said MV Agusta yet? They make absolutely gorgeous bikes. Their naked bikes are nice too...
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shwiiiiiiiinnngg!!
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April 30th, 2009, 06:39 PM | #76 |
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April 30th, 2009, 06:48 PM | #77 |
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Why do I have to love the expensive bikes? I love MV's!!
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lol, everyone loves the expensive stuff. It looks awesome, and it's rare and exotic. Realistically though, I'm not sure I'd want to own an MV or Ducati. I'd be so worried everytime I took it out that I don't think I'd ever use it to it's full potential. Not to mention it's doubtful I'll ever have the skill to use it to its full potential anyway, lol.
In reality, one day, I'd like a 600cc supersport for fun and another bike, something like a monster or the 250 I have now to compliment it in the garage for commuting and such. Of course, far off in the future my opinion might change, but I have no need for exotics when all the fun I could ever ask for can come in a package for 30% of the price. Right now, I wouldn't want anything but my 250, and, even if I had the money, I wouldn't buy another bike. |
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Like with cars. I wouldn't ever own a Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin (oh the vantage is hot), etc because I wouldn't want to worry about people trying to steal it, key it, etc. So even if I won a 50M lottery, I wouldn't touch them. That is why if I plan on actually get a bike to truly ride and ride hard, I'd be more selective about the bike. Yeah I love the DB7, 1198, and such, but I'd rather get something more practical. Bikes like: Ducati Monster Ducati 848 Honda VFR800 CBR Ninja GSXR R1/R6 HD XR1200 Aprilia Shiver 750 etc. Those I wouldn't be as worried about. Right now the 250 is doing fine for me. Though I honestly do believe I will be upgrading before the end of this year. 600+cc motor definitely. How much I spend depends on what my wife and I decide I should spend.
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April 30th, 2009, 10:07 PM | #80 |
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I will probably stick with my '08 250R for a while since I don't see an opportunity to upgrade anytime soon, that I was able to even get the Ninjette was a fluke.
However, after riding my bro's '03 CBR600RR I do like the additional power, but not aggressive riding position. So roughly in order: '09 Kawasaki Ninja 650R Suzuki SV650SF/ABS '09 Honda CBR 600RR ABS (mostly b/c of the ABS and familiarity riding my bro's) Suzuki GS500F |
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