I can't Choose!!!

Black Rabbit · July 20th, 2012, 03:50 PM

I have a 08 250 ninja and Im getting better and better but I feel this time next year i'll want to move up to a different bike. This is where the issue comes in, I love the styling of sport bikes, cruisers, and the Ducati sport classic.

Crusier: harley 883 Iron
Sport Bike: CBR600RR
Ducati Sport classic

The guys I currently ride with all ride harleys, right now im the odd man out lol, rather comical when we ride together. I do love cruising with them but I also love hitting the twistys hard on my ninja when im alone. Something that cant be done without scraping on a Harley.

I want a bike that will be comfortable on longer rides (2-3hours and up) but at the same time I want to be able attack corners. I dont like the standard seating postion of touring bikes or bikes like the 650r.

My question is can things be done to make a CBR600 more comfortable for longer rides? Can i still cruise with my Harley friends without becoming bored? Or am I looking for a mythical motorcycle?

Also I have test rode the 883, I loved the ride but I didnt have the chance to really test the steering. I have only sat on the CBR and Ive never seen the Ducati in person

PS. I have pretty much wrote off the Ducati because of the expense on maintenance and the distance from dealership. maybe when I have more disposable income

EsrTek · July 20th, 2012, 03:59 PM

Are you looking for advice to make a CBR more comfy, or are you wanting optional bikes suggestions?
Formerly, I would expect you to find better info from a dedicated forum for those bikes.
Latterly, I would say something like a FZ6 / SV650 w sport clip-ons would fit and make a better upgrade from the 250r than the 600rr.

Black Rabbit · July 20th, 2012, 04:07 PM

im more looking for bike suggestions, thanks for the response!

CC Cowboy · July 20th, 2012, 04:37 PM

Harley

Black Rabbit · July 20th, 2012, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Harley

why do you say Harley?

xSean13 · July 20th, 2012, 04:57 PM

Have you taken the ninjette on any long rides that you speak of? My 6 hour ride wasn't all that uncomfortable on it...aside from my throttle hand getting sore. I do have a 15T front sprocket which helped out a lot.

Black Rabbit · July 20th, 2012, 05:07 PM

my longest was a 3 hour ride, wasnt too bad I took 1 break one hour in to stretch my legs. My butt was a little sore by the end though

xSean13 · July 20th, 2012, 05:09 PM

Yeah I hear you, the seat sucks, would be a nice upgrade. Though, I was practically laying down on top of my tank bag and that took some 'pressure' off of the rear end.

Jiggles · July 20th, 2012, 05:23 PM

Depends on where the uncomfortable-ness comes from. Is it from being leaned over? If so, Ninja 650/Ninja 1000

I don't think supersports are meant to be comfy the way you want it.

CC Cowboy · July 21st, 2012, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black Rabbit

why do you say Harley?

First, I would say 1200 not 883. They work good as a cruiser (very comfortable), they will work in the twisties ( when you learn how to ride them, using torque instead of RPM), especially if you upgrade suspension and brakes, you will fit in better with your friends, they are low maintainence, they look and sound cool, and they put a smile on your face everytime you ride them.

Black Rabbit · July 21st, 2012, 01:05 PM

i like the styling of the new 883 iron rather than the 1200... if the iron had a 1200 it would be perfect!

choneofakind · July 23rd, 2012, 12:21 PM

Triumph Thruxton. Its an 883cc fuel injected twin. Classic gorgeous styling. Sound that your Harley buddies will respect. And its not a 250 in the twisties, but it's definitely no pig either

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Black Rabbit · July 23rd, 2012, 12:49 PM

that is a sweet bike, how much are they running nowadays?

choneofakind · July 24th, 2012, 02:10 AM

I'm really not sure tbh
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BlackDynamite · July 28th, 2012, 07:58 PM

I too love the Thruxton. A very cool retro Cafe Racer! However, they are expensive. I will own one of those one day though.

Monkeytofu · July 28th, 2012, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xSean13

Have you taken the ninjette on any long rides that you speak of? My 6 hour ride wasn't all that uncomfortable on it...aside from my throttle hand getting sore. I do have a 15T front sprocket which helped out a lot.

Plus a throttle lock and you're golden for long road trips

Jiggles · July 28th, 2012, 08:03 PM

Thruxton is like 8-9k new

BlackDynamite · July 28th, 2012, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

Thruxton is like 8-9k new

Maybe in the USA they are 8K - 9K. However, in Canada a new on OTD will run you over 12k. Beautiful bike though. When I finish my sport bike phase I will certainly get one of those.

MustangGuy · July 29th, 2012, 09:05 AM

You need more than one bike!

Timr · August 26th, 2012, 09:34 AM

for some thing that can be really sporty and fun in the corners a great comuter and a great cruising bike i would get a triumph street tripple-r.
they have the same engine as the daytona 675 but slightly detuned a slightly more relaxed riding position and the "R" has the adjustable suspension so you can set it up better to suit yourself.
it is really smoth on the power delivery and has (i think) an awesome sound it really is a good all round bike.

July 20th, 2012, 03:50 PM	#1
Black Rabbit ninjette.org member Name: Ray Location: Lancaster, Pa Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250 Ninja Posts: 38	I can't Choose!!! I have a 08 250 ninja and Im getting better and better but I feel this time next year i'll want to move up to a different bike. This is where the issue comes in, I love the styling of sport bikes, cruisers, and the Ducati sport classic. Crusier: harley 883 Iron Sport Bike: CBR600RR Ducati Sport classic The guys I currently ride with all ride harleys, right now im the odd man out lol, rather comical when we ride together. I do love cruising with them but I also love hitting the twistys hard on my ninja when im alone. Something that cant be done without scraping on a Harley. I want a bike that will be comfortable on longer rides (2-3hours and up) but at the same time I want to be able attack corners. I dont like the standard seating postion of touring bikes or bikes like the 650r. My question is can things be done to make a CBR600 more comfortable for longer rides? Can i still cruise with my Harley friends without becoming bored? Or am I looking for a mythical motorcycle? Also I have test rode the 883, I loved the ride but I didnt have the chance to really test the steering. I have only sat on the CBR and Ive never seen the Ducati in person PS. I have pretty much wrote off the Ducati because of the expense on maintenance and the distance from dealership. maybe when I have more disposable income

July 20th, 2012, 04:37 PM	#4
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Harley __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

July 20th, 2012, 05:23 PM	#9
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Depends on where the uncomfortable-ness comes from. Is it from being leaned over? If so, Ninja 650/Ninja 1000 I don't think supersports are meant to be comfy the way you want it. __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

July 28th, 2012, 08:03 PM	#17
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Thruxton is like 8-9k new __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

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July 20th, 2012, 03:59 PM	#2
EsrTek ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 300 Posts: A lot.	Are you looking for advice to make a CBR more comfy, or are you wanting optional bikes suggestions? Formerly, I would expect you to find better info from a dedicated forum for those bikes. Latterly, I would say something like a FZ6 / SV650 w sport clip-ons would fit and make a better upgrade from the 250r than the 600rr.

July 20th, 2012, 04:07 PM	#3
Black Rabbit ninjette.org member Name: Ray Location: Lancaster, Pa Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250 Ninja Posts: 38	im more looking for bike suggestions, thanks for the response!

July 20th, 2012, 04:57 PM	#6
xSean13 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Middle TN Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.	Have you taken the ninjette on any long rides that you speak of? My 6 hour ride wasn't all that uncomfortable on it...aside from my throttle hand getting sore. I do have a 15T front sprocket which helped out a lot.

July 20th, 2012, 05:07 PM	#7
Black Rabbit ninjette.org member Name: Ray Location: Lancaster, Pa Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250 Ninja Posts: 38	my longest was a 3 hour ride, wasnt too bad I took 1 break one hour in to stretch my legs. My butt was a little sore by the end though

July 20th, 2012, 05:09 PM	#8
xSean13 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Middle TN Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.	Yeah I hear you, the seat sucks, would be a nice upgrade. Though, I was practically laying down on top of my tank bag and that took some 'pressure' off of the rear end.

July 21st, 2012, 01:05 PM	#11
Black Rabbit ninjette.org member Name: Ray Location: Lancaster, Pa Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250 Ninja Posts: 38	i like the styling of the new 883 iron rather than the 1200... if the iron had a 1200 it would be perfect!

July 23rd, 2012, 12:21 PM	#12
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Triumph Thruxton. Its an 883cc fuel injected twin. Classic gorgeous styling. Sound that your Harley buddies will respect. And its not a 250 in the twisties, but it's definitely no pig either Posted via Mobile Device

July 23rd, 2012, 12:49 PM	#13
Black Rabbit ninjette.org member Name: Ray Location: Lancaster, Pa Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 250 Ninja Posts: 38	that is a sweet bike, how much are they running nowadays?

July 24th, 2012, 02:10 AM	#14
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	I'm really not sure tbh Posted via Mobile Device

July 28th, 2012, 07:58 PM	#15
BlackDynamite ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: Greater Toronto Area Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 18	I too love the Thruxton. A very cool retro Cafe Racer! However, they are expensive. I will own one of those one day though.

July 29th, 2012, 09:05 AM	#19
MustangGuy ninjette.org member Name: Roy Location: Cathedral City, CA Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 650 Posts: 164	You need more than one bike!

August 26th, 2012, 09:34 AM	#20
Timr needs a bigger shed Name: Tim Location: Tasmania Australia Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2x2009 ninja 250's, 1x2011 250 ninja, 1x1990 yamaha fzr 250 1x2006 yamaha R6 1x atomic quad, 1xZZR250 Posts: 43	for some thing that can be really sporty and fun in the corners a great comuter and a great cruising bike i would get a triumph street tripple-r. they have the same engine as the daytona 675 but slightly detuned a slightly more relaxed riding position and the "R" has the adjustable suspension so you can set it up better to suit yourself. it is really smoth on the power delivery and has (i think) an awesome sound it really is a good all round bike.