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DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 09:31 AM

injury_ian

11-04-08, 09:32 AM

Tuono

sarah

11-04-08, 09:33 AM

:rolleyes:

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 09:35 AM

:rolleyes:

Well someone has to keep the GM chugging along.:D

sarah

11-04-08, 09:36 AM

:lol:

rigor

11-04-08, 09:46 AM

CBR (I'm Biased ;) )

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 10:27 AM

So, this year I shall be purchasing a new two wheeled motor vehicular method of transport.

My shortlist (not finished yet) is as follows:

2006 - GSXR600
2008 - CBR600RR
2008 - Z1000
2008 - Tuono 1000R
2008 - Street Triple 675

Save a grand or so an get a Z750

According to one dealers site "90% of the Z1000 for 75% of the price"

Not that I am biased of course

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 10:40 AM

Save a grand or so an get a Z750

According to one dealers site "90% of the Z1000 for 75% of the price"

Not that I am biased of course

Nah, while I think it does look gorgeous it would be no different to my Hornet is terms of performance. Need something a little more pokey.

Sharka Zulu

11-04-08, 10:41 AM

Gotta be the Gixxer

plowsie

11-04-08, 10:52 AM

Tuono in the Blue and White colours :D

rigor

11-04-08, 10:52 AM

Gotta be the Gixxer

Pah, the CBR is better than the Gixxer, only thing that would swing it would be the price difference between a 2006 and 2008 bike

Alpinestarhero

11-04-08, 10:53 AM

A honda RC45

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 10:54 AM

Nah, while I think it does look gorgeous it would be no different to my Hornet is terms of performance. Need something a little more pokey.

Z1000 looks the same TBH - well except for the dual cans and the integrated indy's, which if you didnt want, I would possibly be interested in swapping for (as long as you got a black one :P)

I considered the thou, but the extra cost of insurance put me off, the extra cost of the bike was not THAT big an issue, but I didnt really feel that it was worth the extra. (and that £500 of the extra could go towards improving the suspension to a level beyond that of stock Z1000)

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 11:08 AM

Z1000 looks the same TBH - well except for the dual cans and the integrated indy's, which if you didnt want, I would possibly be interested in swapping for (as long as you got a black one :P)

I considered the thou, but the extra cost of insurance put me off, the extra cost of the bike was not THAT big an issue, but I didnt really feel that it was worth the extra. (and that £500 of the extra could go towards improving the suspension to a level beyond that of stock Z1000)

I do see where you are coming from. But after having riddent he Z750 and owned 2 Z1000's I think, while the difference are not huge, it's partly an image thing with the Zed1000. It's such an iconic bike. If I didn't have teh Hornet I would definately be looking at a Z750 though.

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 11:13 AM

Mind you, being a self-confessed tart (see your last reply :P) the Z1000 DOES come in white that would match your white boots :P

Hehehe

sarah

11-04-08, 11:13 AM

I think that the Z1000 is finished more nicely than the 750. Certainly true of the old one.

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 11:20 AM

Mind you, being a self-confessed tart (see your last reply :P) the Z1000 DOES come in white that would match your white boots :P

Hehehe

I am indeed a tart. This would only be reinforced if you met me! :cool:

All the write-ups of the Zed say it's damn good on the road. Still, not sure. Big naked or SS600 (just one that's not as focused as the ZX6R was).

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 11:30 AM

I think that the Z1000 is finished more nicely than the 750. Certainly true of the old one.

The only differences are the indy's the twin cans and the suspension (maybe another couple of little things I am missing - like the intrument panel and cowl surrounding it)

The 08 Z750 has the same engine (sleeved down)

I think the actual finish/build quality is the same - probably exactly the same in so many ways, due to them sharing the frame, so I would assume rear plastics and tank.

sarah

11-04-08, 11:32 AM

When I compared my zed to a 750 it defo looked like more effort had gone in to little finishing touches. Can't think of what offhand but 750 defo looked more budget.

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 11:34 AM

I am indeed a tart. This would only be reinforced if you met me! :cool:

All the write-ups of the Zed say it's damn good on the road. Still, not sure. Big naked or SS600 (just one that's not as focused as the ZX6R was).

Lol - really looking forwards to meeting you - have been enjoying our discussions on our disparate views on the Hornet :P

I think that ALL of the current SS600's are too focused - one of my original criteria (that I abandoned) was that I wanted a fairing.

So a Zed of soem description it is then - see sorted for ya.

sarah

11-04-08, 11:36 AM

But the old zed is sooooooo much prettier than the new one.

How about the new Honda that's coming out soon?

rigor

11-04-08, 11:39 AM

I think that ALL of the current SS600's are too focused

Girl ;)

Law

11-04-08, 11:39 AM

How about the new Honda that's coming out soon?

Does anyone know when I'll able to blag a test ride on the Honda naked thou?

rigor

11-04-08, 11:41 AM

Does anyone know when I'll able to blag a test ride on the Honda naked thou?

I'm going to Motoselect tomorrow. I'll ask for you (if I remember). Which one is it?

Law

11-04-08, 11:45 AM

I'm going to Motoselect tomorrow. I'll ask for you (if I remember). Which one is it?

CB1000R.

I saw on Motoselect's website they are taking pre-order deposits already. :cool:

http://www.motoselect.com/

SoulKiss

11-04-08, 11:47 AM

But the old zed is sooooooo much prettier than the new one.

How about the new Honda that's coming out soon?

Are you sure you can read a numberplate from 20m ????

falc

11-04-08, 11:56 AM

Pah, the CBR is better than the Gixxer, only thing that would swing it would be the price difference between a 2006 and 2008 bike

That be fighting talk Mr!

GSXR 750 all the way, makes sense

sarah

11-04-08, 11:58 AM

Are you sure you can read a numberplate from 20m ????

:p

the new one is too fat and fussy

Dave The Rave

11-04-08, 11:58 AM

Z1000 - great value for ???. Highly modifiable too. Looks great in black!

sarah

11-04-08, 11:59 AM

Z1000. Looks great in green!

+1

Law

11-04-08, 12:01 PM

:p

the new one is too fat and fussy

I was going to misquote this, but I will get punched. :eye:

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 12:03 PM

It's not too fat and fussy.

Besides, it makes much more power low down which was the only thing missing from the old Zed.

I'm erring towards the Zed at the moment. But hey, tomorrow is a new day...:rolleyes:

sarah

11-04-08, 12:05 PM

so is :p

StreetHawk

11-04-08, 12:06 PM

CBR600RR

Highly praised by all the mags, rock solid Honda build and holds it money better than any other.. No contest. Plus it looks :cool:

Demonz

11-04-08, 12:07 PM

Tuono in the Blue and White colours :D

...and just whats wrong with black :smt009. The only problem with the blue is it will may turn out like the purple blades of the 80s (sorry numbers ;))

...skip the 600s and the Zds - been there done that. Try the Tuono and decide between that and the 675.

Oh and the other one no one has mentioned is the KTM690 SMC (smaller duke looking thing) - not sure if you've been to the new KTM dealer in Bracknell but some tasty toys in there.

Still think you should keep the hornet and get a DR...

http://www.ktmecuador.com/2008/Onroad/duke690.jpg

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 12:09 PM

Not getting a DR. Should still be able to get a WR250 though as well as yet another roadbike.

NOt sure about the Tuono. Perhaps a bit mad and focused? I guess I really need to have a go on one. I do like the Zed though.

Won't touch KTM's.

rigor

11-04-08, 12:42 PM

That be fighting talk Mr!

GSXR 750 all the way, makes sense

Ahh, well, If Dan had put a GSXR 750 on the list, then that would be the bike to go for :)

Dan, why not the 750??

DanAbnormal

11-04-08, 12:45 PM

Ahh, well, If Dan had put a GSXR 750 on the list, then that would be the bike to go for :)

Dan, why not the 750??

A SS600 is as quick I'd ever want to go on the road.

Stu

11-04-08, 01:48 PM

I think the point of the 750 is that it's more usable & relaxed than necessarily faster than the 600.
Interesting article in pb comparing 1998 SRAD 750 with K8 750

dirtydog

11-04-08, 07:16 PM

tuono or the 675

Mark_h

12-04-08, 09:26 AM

Get a used speed triple for less than a street triple. Goes like stink, handles nicely and completely different to the Hornet. What's more you can add as much bling as you like or even get a pre-blinged one if you fancy. Unless it's been overly "enhanced" by the previous owner they seem so go, stop and steer pretty much spot-on straight from the show room.

Else the GSX-R 750 is a sensible buy, but probably a bit too sensible for someone as non-sensible as your good self.

Mate of mine has an X-11. Complete hooligan of a bike and you can pretty much guarantee you'll not end up parked in a long line of them at box-hill or Newlands like you will if you get a recent sports 600/thou.

Or how about going the more classic route. Nice naked bike with clip-ons and go for the cafe-racer look. All the fun but about 50mph slower :)

However I'm off for a blast on a Ducati 1098 shortly so I'm sure my opinion of what constitutes a decent bike will swing towards Italy shortly.

Just get as many test-rides booked on as many bikes as you can. Even if you end up buying nothing, test rides are always a laugh. Reading Honda and Moto select in Farnham are always accommodating if you fancy Honda.

dirtydog

12-04-08, 09:33 AM

DanAbnormal

12-04-08, 09:53 AM

Okay, I have 3 finalists:

1. 2008 Honda Hornet 600. I would of course sell my current Hornet and have this as my only bike. Only £5'500 new so a pretty good option.

2. 2006/7 Speed Triple 1050. Mad bike which goes like stink but high insurance and licence losing potential (with me riding).:smt077

3. 2006 Gixxer 600. 2nd hand bargain at £5'000 with around 2'000 and trick bits thanks to previous. Much more comfy than the ZX6R. Only downside is every fecker has one.

At the moment I am steering towards a new Hornet. Does everything well and the new looks are pretty nice in black. Also it's the most econimcal and sensible solution as this would be my only bike.

SoulKiss

12-04-08, 10:05 AM

Okay, I have 3 finalists:

1. 2008 Honda Hornet 600. I would of course sell my current Hornet and have this as my only bike. Only ?5'500 new so a pretty good option.

2. 2006/7 Speed Triple 1050. Mad bike which goes like stink but high insurance and licence losing potential (with me riding).:smt077

3. 2006 Gixxer 600. 2nd hand bargain at ?5'000 with around 2'000 and trick bits thanks to previous. Much more comfy than the ZX6R. Only downside is every fecker has one.

At the moment I am steering towards a new Hornet. Does everything well and the new looks are pretty nice in black. Also it's the most econimcal and sensible solution as this would be my only bike.

Have you tried the new Z750/Z1000 ????

Seriously, I am not just doing my usual Zeds rule/Hornets suck thing.

I am not saying that the 07 Hornet I had was in the best condition - it was definatley abused by a previous hirer, so servicing may have suffered as well.

The Z750 would cost you less - I think ?5k should get you a non-ABS one (P&H @ Crawley had the ABS ones on display at ?5400, ABS is a ?350 option)

End of the day its your choice and you know what you like/want and have much more experience on bikes than me but thats my opinion :P

Mark_h

12-04-08, 10:07 AM

So why not save the 5k and keep your current hornet that you know, love and trust? What does it not do that a new one would apart from leave you c£5k down?

DanAbnormal

12-04-08, 10:14 AM

SoulKiss

12-04-08, 10:17 AM

Not sure about the build quality of the Kwaks for all weather use Soulkiss. They are not as good as the Honda's and I ride all through winter. Been through 2 winters on my Hornet and apart from rusty pillion heel plates it's pretty damn good for a 27'000 mile bike.

Mark, I just feel that my bike will be worth absolutely nothing if I keep it any longer. I know that it is mechanically sound but I think there will be very few people willing to buy a 40 - 50'000 mile bike if I were to sell next year. I reckon I could get about ?2'500 for it at the moment but that's about it. So that's almost half a new Hornet.

Well we have plenty of used everyday older Kwaks in the Soho Massive and no-one seems to complain about the build quality.

I'll let you know in a year or so how mine goes :)

TBH I am happy with the quality of the finish on mine, and its done just under 1100 miles in a month and a half.

DanAbnormal

12-04-08, 10:22 AM

Well we have plenty of used everyday older Kwaks in the Soho Massive and no-one seems to complain about the build quality.

I'll let you know in a year or so how mine goes :)

TBH I am happy with the quality of the finish on mine, and its done just under 1100 miles in a month and a half.

Let me know. For example I bought a new ZX6R last August, had it 6 months and rode it in December, Jan and Feb on occasional days. Yes, it got rained on but was garaged as well and it still corroded. Wasn't a good sign for me.:smt088

rigor

12-04-08, 10:59 AM

Let me know. For example I bought a new ZX6R last August, had it 6 months and rode it in December, Jan and Feb on occasional days. Yes, it got rained on but was garaged as well and it still corroded. Wasn't a good sign for me.:smt088

Walk away from the Gixer then..... Mine/Sam's is in a bit of a sorry state from me riding it through winter... I'm not the hottest on cleaning etc. but Fizzy's is only slightly better.

Asked about the CB1000R for Law at the Honda dealer, not expecting a launch until June time apparently...

http://www.honda.co.uk/motorcycles/2008/CB1000R/images/gallery_large_02.jpg

DanAbnormal

15-04-08, 12:59 PM

And from out of the left corner we have a winner.

2006 ZX6R 636.

More comfy than the new one, quicker than the new one, more torque and mide range than the new one just as good round corners.

Hmmm.

But I did see a nice ZX10R as well. No Dan, that's too much for the road.........................too much Dan...................:cool:

eviltwin

15-04-08, 01:10 PM

Me and Law had a look at the new zx10 the other week...very nice looking. Sort of Ducati-esque seat back shape. Looks really smart and niiiiiice. Not helping am I? :D

DanAbnormal

15-04-08, 01:17 PM

Me and Law had a look at the new zx10 the other week...very nice looking. Sort of Ducati-esque seat back shape. Looks really smart and niiiiiice. Not helping am I? :D

The new rear end is sublime but I can't get over the crossed eyed front end. My favourite would be the 2006 model. Simply stunning. It lookes like it will kill you though. I'll probably never buy a litre sportsbike.

eviltwin

15-04-08, 01:27 PM

I'll probably never buy a litre sportsbike.

Oh come on Dan, sod that. I see a simple solution to your quandary here. Ducati 999 - Ducati superbike for only £5k and all because everybody believes it not to be pretty enough.

Buy it, wince at the clutch rattle, grin at the back end noise for 6 months, tick Ducati ownership off the list and then flog it for £5k to someone else. You've kept bikes for less time!

It's what I'd do (might still do...shhhhh ;))

Problem solved.

eviltwin

15-04-08, 01:57 PM

Dan Dan Dan...it's only down the road. full service prior to collection. Go on! (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikesforsale/searchresults/detail/?R=NXGN-1511156&mfy=)

DanAbnormal

15-04-08, 02:20 PM

Dan Dan Dan...it's only down the road. full service prior to collection. Go on! (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikesforsale/searchresults/detail/?R=NXGN-1511156&mfy=)

Dear Lord that is beautiful........

sarah

15-04-08, 02:21 PM

Oh come on Dan, sod that. I see a simple solution to your quandary here. Ducati 999 - Ducati superbike for only Â£5k and all because everybody believes it not to be pretty enough.

Buy it, wince at the clutch rattle, grin at the back end noise for 6 months, tick Ducati ownership off the list and then flog it for Â£5k to someone else. You've kept bikes for less time!

It's what I'd do (might still do...shhhhh ;))

Problem solved.

:rolleyes:

eviltwin

15-04-08, 02:24 PM

wondered how long it would take you to pop up and stick your oar in :smt014

falc

15-04-08, 02:32 PM

wondered how long it would take you to pop up and stick your oar in :smt014

:lol: steady!

Ducatti 999 would be a good buy, buy it Dan :D

DanAbnormal

15-04-08, 02:35 PM

wondered how long it would take you to pop up and stick your oar in :smt014

Yep, here comes the handbrake. Still, she's a smashing handbrake nonetheless. :jocolor:I wish my missus would be into bikes. Ah well. She's still great. :smt057

eviltwin

15-04-08, 02:42 PM

DanAbnormal

15-04-08, 02:44 PM

It's funny isn't it...if I start talking about Ducatis i get "You don't really want a Ducati do you?" Translated into girlspeak that reads as "Ducati? Not flippin likely. You'll have another SV and be done with it, sticking the extra money you would have spent in the holiday fund."

:smt089

You have no idea how much this made me laugh. I feel you buddy. :p

sarah

15-04-08, 02:45 PM

It's all lies.

falc

16-04-08, 06:04 AM

It's funny isn't it...if I start talking about Ducatis i get "You don't really want a Ducati do you?" Translated into girlspeak that reads as "Ducati? Not flippin likely. You'll have another SV and be done with it, sticking the extra money you would have spent in the holiday fund."

:smt089

Ahhh but you can have a holiday on the bikes abroad...

kitkat

16-04-08, 01:10 PM

you can get them all Dan, you only ever keep a bike for a long weekend anyway. lol

Tara

16-04-08, 01:12 PM

Ahhh but you can have a holiday on the bikes abroad...

yep just like you without the wife:rolleyes:

Demonz

16-04-08, 01:53 PM

yep just like you without the wife:rolleyes:

Old married couples eh... :smt075

:smt043

falc

16-04-08, 02:01 PM

yep just like you without the wife:rolleyes:

I'll put the pillion seat on for you... O:)

Tara

16-04-08, 02:07 PM

I'll put the pillion seat on for you... O:)

thanks :rolleyes: no no off you go don't worry about me i shall be having a great while your away next week

sarah

16-04-08, 02:08 PM

Ahhh but you can have a holiday on the bikes abroad...

That would be fun. Can we go to France please ET?

Tara

16-04-08, 02:11 PM

That would be fun. Can we go to France please ET?

do it i'm dead jeaous i can't go (boys trip this time) i would love to go to france on a bike

Stu

16-04-08, 02:17 PM

This appears to be the megathread now, but no, Dan's talking about his next bike in the actual megathread :???: :plod: :lol:

falc

16-04-08, 02:30 PM

do it i'm dead jeaous i can't go (boys trip this time) i would love to go to france on a bike

Come here you :smt008 we'll do it soon def. in the car or on bike

Demonz

16-04-08, 02:50 PM

Come here you :smt008 we'll do it soon def. in the car or on bike

:shock: well there goes my lunch...

Tara

16-04-08, 03:10 PM

Come here you :smt008 we'll do it soon def. in the car or on bike

They def did not need to know that hun ;) Sorry Grant

as for a trip to france we'll get there soon :D

Stu

16-04-08, 03:10 PM

dogging on a motorbike :shock:

DanAbnormal

18-04-08, 10:25 AM

Well that's that sorted.......

I pick my new machine up on the 26th.

2006 Hornet in Metallic Orange. 6'000 miles on the clock for £3'700. It has USD forks. Woo, min doesn't.

My Hornet goes tomorrow to a mate for £2k. Not a bad price but I'm taking the galfer's off!

eviltwin

18-04-08, 10:45 AM

Orange eh, good choice. Though, custom streak paint job at the ready - I'll sort it out for you on Sat ;)

SoulKiss

18-04-08, 10:48 AM

Well that's that sorted.......

I pick my new machine up on the 26th.

2006 Hornet in Metallic Orange. 6'000 miles on the clock for ?3'700. It has USD forks. Woo, min doesn't.

My Hornet goes tomorrow to a mate for ?2k. Not a bad price but I'm taking the galfer's off!

Metallic Orange - is that the same colour I thought Autumn Golden Shower was a better fit?

And ?1700 for USD forks - couldnt you have done some kind of front end conversion for less????

Oh well let the Zed vs Hornet discussions continue :)

(On a serious note - Gratz Dan - hope you have many happy miles :P)

thedonal

18-04-08, 11:06 AM

Just looked at this thread.

All that fuss and another Hornet.

What about variety, Dan? Eh? Eh? :D

Sosha

18-04-08, 11:21 AM

All that fuss and another Hornet.

What about variety, Dan? Eh? Eh? :D

Look at it this way.... Hornet's the only bike he's kept for a duration measurable in more than weeks.... :rolleyes:

DanAbnormal

18-04-08, 11:40 AM

Look at it this way.... Hornet's the only bike he's kept for a duration measurable in more than weeks.... :rolleyes:

Yep. Almost 2 years.......must be something in it.:rolleyes:

Stu

18-04-08, 11:51 AM

Well that's that sorted.......

on the 26th.

My Hornet goes tomorrow
So you're bikeless for a week :shock:
£2K eh? thought you said it was worth £2,500, Mates rates eh? hope you remember that when you sell me your 636 :cheers:

New Kwaks should be orange, still guess you've got to linven up a hairnet somehow :smt023

DanAbnormal

18-04-08, 12:22 PM

So you're bikeless for a week :shock:
?2K eh? thought you said it was worth ?2,500, Mates rates eh? hope you remember that when you sell me your 636 :cheers:

New Kwaks should be orange, still guess you've got to linven up a hairnet somehow :smt023

I think 2'500 was a bit keen. And Orange is nothing that a black spray job can't sort out. :rolleyes: My mate has agreed to do the deal next Thurs instead.

dirtydog

18-04-08, 07:23 PM

It's funny isn't it...if I start talking about Ducatis i get "You don't really want a Ducati do you?" Translated into girlspeak that reads as "Ducati? Not flippin likely. You'll have another SV and be done with it, sticking the extra money you would have spent in the holiday fund."

:smt089

I thought you were going bald ET, it's now obvious that it's actually a thumb print on your head! ;);)

Dan why ahve you bought a ginger bike? :rolleyes:;)

DanAbnormal

18-04-08, 07:28 PM

I thought you were going bald ET, it's now obvious that it's actually a thumb print on your head! ;);)

Dan why ahve you bought a ginger bike? :rolleyes:;)

What can I say, I secretly get the horn for gingers. Just look at the one from Girls Aloud. Well, I fecking would!!! :p

eviltwin

18-04-08, 07:31 PM

What can I say, I secretly get the horn for gingers. Just look at the one from Girls Aloud. Well, I fecking would!!! :p

ooh yeah, she's the really vacant looking one...niiiiiice

eviltwin

18-04-08, 07:35 PM

That would be fun. Can we go to France please ET?

Only if there is sun forecast for a whole month. You know what the electrics are like on these Italian superbikes

DanAbnormal

18-04-08, 08:33 PM

Only if there is sun forecast for a whole month. You know what the electrics are like on these Italian superbikes

:p:smt023

DanAbnormal

24-04-08, 08:29 PM

And here is my new mode of transport.

Much stiffer suspension than the old one, perhaps due to mileage but I think the USD's are a little stiffer. Also has a digital speedo, fuel guage and no reserve tap anymore. Other than that feels the same as the last Hornet. Which is great.