View Full Version : Possible Katie replacement... What do you think :?:
Cloggsy
18-01-06, 07:05 PM
Saw this the other day...
http://www.goodwinfamily.force9.co.uk/Multistrada.jpg
What do you think :?:
What do you think :?:
The picture is too big! :lol:
Seriously though, from what I have heard they are a good bike, only way to find out is to ride one I guess...! :wink:
Cloggsy
18-01-06, 07:08 PM
What do you think :?:
The picture is too big! :lol:
Dunno what you mean :roll: :oops: 8-[ :-$
busasean
18-01-06, 07:09 PM
you are joking :? i'm not overly sure on ducati build quality, but servicing costs will be higher than both a ktm or jap bike. get a hayabusa! :D :D
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quote="Cloggsy"]What do you think :? :thumbsup: theyr meant to be really good ,id buy one
Cloggsy
18-01-06, 07:16 PM
you are joking :?
I only said possible...
get a hayabusa! :D :D
:shock:
hhmmmm! the more i look the more it grows on me. servicing costs would scare me away. mate of mine had his 916 fully serviced before xmas......dont ask price. i laughed, he cried. :) like it though.
wyrdness
18-01-06, 07:30 PM
Depends....
If you're a dry-weather-only rider and can afford the servicing costs, then go for it. They're supposed to be really good bikes, according to the reviews.
If you require reliable, all-weather transport, then look elsewhere.
Hmm, from Katie to Catti? From what I've heard it's the sort of bike that rides better than it appears from a styling point of view.
Must say tho, it looks really good in black. 8)
I think our own Pedro H will testify to Ducati's improved build in recent years. No worries there compared to Katie, don't you think?
I like em and if you can afford the service costs go ahead and be different :D
Don't like either, the costs do put me off. What kind of bike are you looking for?
Saint Matt
18-01-06, 07:39 PM
Don't like it thirdly. Get an sv thou.
Cloggsy
18-01-06, 07:47 PM
What kind of bike are you looking for?
That's the point, I dunno...
Besides, its all pie in the sky at the moment until the dealers pull their fingers outta their asses & tell me what the hell's going on...
The list of bikes are as follows...
SV650S/N K5 (with lots of nice bits on it already :!:) Not paying for all that lot again :roll:
SV1000S/N K6 (believe they're doing 'em black with a black frame & wheels 8))
Aprilla Tuono
Ducati Multistrada
BMW K1200R (would be nice, but way too expensive I feel :cry:)
Deffo not buying anything made by KTM :roll: Or from a certain dealership in Newcastle upon Tyne :evil:
Anonymous
18-01-06, 07:55 PM
Buell Ulysses?
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=2850&Page=1
Has a decent report on the Multistrada Ok, misplaced in that group, but still reviewed. Not sure it will replace your SM, TBH.
K1200R for me out of that lot.
Cloggsy
18-01-06, 08:01 PM
Buell Ulysses?
Hell no :!: :sick:
K1200R for me out of that lot.
Yeah, but you've got K1200R money too Rich :wink:
always thought the multistrada looked rather odd...
if i had to have a ducati it'd be the 749 dark. *starts saving pennies* :?
always thought the multistrada looked rather odd...
Yeah, but that's part of it's appeal. I like it.
To my eye it's one of the ugliest bikes on the market, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder. :?
Peter Henry
18-01-06, 08:33 PM
Busasean very naughtily wrote:
i'm not overly sure on ducati build quality
Hmmm well for what it is worth my Ducati is a few months off being 2 years old and apart from a really anally close scrutiny looks as good as new. The only faults I have spotted are:
1.Very slight oxidation on small area of clutch lever close to where it pivots.
2.I small section of paint which is smaller than a 1 pence piece below the rear seat pod where the tail plastic screw fastens has chipped.
I find it hard to criticise the build quality at all and I am very picky!
Servicing costs for the Strada are not the same generally as for the Testastressa motor. So many things including the belts can be changed by any half competant mechanic on that machine.
In addition Cloggsy is not a high ,mileage kind of guy and so his "big" services will be well spread out and so to claim as a generalisation that his service costs would way exceed those of a Jap counterpart are I am afraid wrong.
The Strada is something of a Vivienne Westwood to the eye but I have to say that I have read a lot of reviews by journos and owners and have not seen a bad report yet. just like the GS Beemers you wouldnt really want to green lane it,but it can do everything else so well. :wink:
Cloggsy should maybve cast half an eye on the Triumph Triple also.
Peter Henry
18-01-06, 08:39 PM
No,no let's not get I to the ridiculous! Buell my a+se! Cloggsy go have a look of the pic that Shooter posted of his Monster! That is a wicked looking bike.Also you would enjoy adding bits and bobs like he has to individualise it. Effing great ride also plus if your game...a wheelie toy! :wink: 8)
northwind
18-01-06, 09:01 PM
I don't even want to be seen near one, never mind own one. I'm sure they're good bikes and all, but they just look so stupid...
You know you want a Tuono... But if you want something a bit more sensible (sine you're looking Multistrada-wards) then the Falco's a winner IMO. There's only 4 bikes in the world I'd buy just now- a Hornet, another carbed SV, a KTM Duke II, or a Falco.
Noooooooo... That's definitely been hit twice with the ugly stick.
ch
philipMac
18-01-06, 09:32 PM
You know you want a Tuono... But if you want something a bit more sensible (sine you're looking Multistrada-wards) then the Falco's a winner IMO. There's only 4 bikes in the world I'd buy just now- a Hornet, another carbed SV, a KTM Duke II, or a Falco.
Those Tuonos are a bit tasty right enough.
http://www.sportrider.com/bikes/2003/2003-apr-tuono-4-2.jpg
Here, Northwind, why only a carbed SV?
I think Cloggsy is not feeling the KTM buzz any more. I'd get a Hornet. They have that sort of beast look about them. And the undertrays look really well on them. They seem to always have really nice colours too. (Which is the main thing obviously 8))
And you wouldnt feel bad about modding the crap out of it. (I would be scared to touch the Tuono. Like going into a posh restaraunt and asking for ketchup or something. Some Italien guy who knows more about elegant lines than you do will be rolling his eys and shaking his head. For shame.)
amarko5
18-01-06, 09:35 PM
I love em :lol: :thumbsup:
or you could consider a reliable suits all bike like a TDM 900 :lol: :lol: :lol:
servicing costs are not what you would expect and the frequency is a lot less than some of your jap 4 cyls
cloggsy there is a thread on hartside com comparing servicing costs for ducati versus gixer owner surprisingly the duc costs less :lol:
Peter Henry
18-01-06, 09:40 PM
Marko....That fiver is in the post mate! :wink: 8)
creamerybutter
18-01-06, 09:42 PM
In addition Cloggsy is not a high ,mileage kind of guy and so his "big" services will be well spread out and so to claim as a generalisation that his service costs would way exceed those of a Jap counterpart are I am afraid wrong.
But surely he would be doing the same mileage on a jap bike so if a Duke costs more per service than your average jap bike then he still will pay more over all, the fact that those costs would be spread over a long time makes no odds as the Jap bike services would also be spread over a long time. Unless of course the service intervals for the Duke are longer.
Personally I don't like the style.
The MultiStrada handles like a dream but has a real dog of an engine. It also has the world's most uncomfortable seat.
Wait for the new Triumph Tiger!
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amarko5
18-01-06, 09:52 PM
Marko....That fiver is in the post mate! :wink: 8)
Honestly I love em really :lol:
I had the great pleasure of riding one up and down hartside (what a nice guy to loan me it) It is a very similar feel to the TDM indeed. the multistrada having the edge on steering quickly and the suspension as standard is obviously better than the TDM.
servicing intervals AFAIK are every 6K as opposed to say a gixers 3.5k and parts are not as dear as you would expect.
And parts are very cheap mostly.
Pair cam belts: £26 every 6-12k miles depending upon the bike
Oil filter £3.50 (£12 on my SV650)
Fuell filter: £7 (£33 on the Triumph)
Indicator: £8
Air filters are washable on some ducati's
Service intervals every 6k miles except the more trick R spec bikes.
some jobs are not home jobs like the valves (unless you have the time and equipment to adjust).
Anonymous
18-01-06, 10:03 PM
Yeah, but you've got K1200R money too Rich :wink:
:shock: says you. What I have got is no kids and I'm as tight as a nat's chuff
:lol:
drumwrecker
18-01-06, 11:08 PM
Looks top heavy to me with the weight of those exhausts up that high. A collector box under the bike like the Buell is the way to go to keep the weight down low. And that fairing looks awful. I chose to have my K2 650s over a 600 monster and have no regrets at all.
what about Suzuki V-Strom 1000?
independentphoto
19-01-06, 12:59 AM
:laughat: :laughat: :laughat: :laughat: :laughat: ...been hit twice with the ugly stick...... That's Magic, that is - just the way it came out of the blue!
Trumpet Daytona Triple perchance :?:
Garry :wink:
Jelster
19-01-06, 09:04 AM
You mentioned the SV1000N K6, but their not available in Europe, only faired SV Thou's I'm afraid...
Hmm, Multistrada :-k
You must have long legs, because the seat height is ridiculous... Not sure on the styling but they get good reviews, and as mentioned, it is the older air cooled motor (still has that Ducati clutch though...)
Have you considered a Faser Thou ? You can get some great bargins on the current model, and the new one is only about 2 weeks away from release, and as a naked, it looks awesome.
For the amount of miles you do, and the way you like to personalise your bikes, have you considered one of the big retro machines ? Or even a Speed Triple ?
Just throwing a few ideas at you
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leegriffiths128
19-01-06, 09:05 AM
Uglier than Pete from Big Bruva.
Captain Nemo
19-01-06, 09:11 AM
looks like it fell out of a dogs ****.
im serious
Aparently they ride ok but not the prettiest bike around, what about going back to what you know. :lol:
SV650 or a Thou.
Ceri JC
19-01-06, 10:38 AM
I've never seen the point of a "practical" Ducati. If you're going to have all the expense/hassle, get a toy that actually looks nice and then buy an old BMW as a working bike.
wyrdness
19-01-06, 11:21 AM
The MultiStrada handles like a dream but has a real dog of an engine. It also has the world's most uncomfortable seat.
Wait for the new Triumph Tiger!
The rumours are that the new Tigger is going to be a similar concept to the Multistrada (though hopefully prettier) and have the 1050cc engine from the Speed Triple. I'd guess that it will be launched around September and be available next Spring, so you might have to wait a while.
'More Cr@p than News' has some spy shots this week.
Scooby Drew
19-01-06, 12:05 PM
The new naked fazer thou... :thumbsup:
northwind
19-01-06, 01:18 PM
Here, Northwind, why only a carbed SV?
Don't like the new ones... Apart from the brake light I prefer the looks of the old one, and other than that they're so similiar that I'd make the call on looks. (Do the cam swap for £130 and the carbed SV makes more power than the injected one...) Plus I like carbs over FI, when it's as basic FI as the SV.
Plus I've loads of spares for a carbed SV :)
Anonymous
19-01-06, 01:27 PM
'More Cr@p than News' has some spy shots this week.
Any pics or links? The Tiger always had a good following and was one of the nippier big trailies I was told. I wonder if this time they are going for a more road oriented version as it was no Africa Twin in my opinion.
Yup, wide 17" wheels with proper road rubber, 1050 Speed Triple engine, upside down forks, everything new - also it looks rather good (something the current Tiger never has).
I'd imagine they'll also offer an ABS version.
So you have super-moto handling (well almost), big bike performance and all the advantages of a GS1200. I reckon they'll sell them by the cart load.
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Anonymous
19-01-06, 01:40 PM
bike bike performance
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Wow, that sounds super :lol:
big bike performance
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Wow, that sounds super :lol:
What??? :lol:
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Im not keen on the multistrada cloggsy, it just looks odd imo. If i was to get something other than the 650, then id get a thou or something like an aprilia tuono. Im not into IL4s although i do like the big bikes - cb1300 gsx1400. However, both are a bit big for me.
last showroom i was in, the best looking bike was a kwak Z1000 in black. Dunno owt else about it, but it did look good.
Cloggsy
19-01-06, 08:42 PM
last showroom i was in, the best looking bike was a kwak Z1000 in black.
I like them too :twisted: Except they're IL4's :roll:
i'm more concerned about power delivery than the engine layout. Having said that, I've got no idea how a Zthou actually rides :?
Jordan's Bikes in Leeds if you want a look. Think it was a very low mileage 05.
Cloggsy
19-01-06, 08:59 PM
Think it was a very low mileage 05.
How much :?:
*checks their website* £4299
http://www.jordanbikes.com/
Cloggsy
19-01-06, 09:34 PM
*checks their website* £4299
http://www.jordanbikes.com/
That's a Z750 - Says so on the side of the bike... Must be a typo in the advert :roll:
coulda sworn the machine in the showroom said Z1000 - and its the same bike - still, looking at the price, new ones being over £6k...
still think it looks nice tho :)
If I keep the SV long enough I would look at the Z1000 as my next bike - it has the most prescence of any bike IMHO 8) :twisted:
Shame about the IL4 thing, but hey ho... :wink:
wyrdness
20-01-06, 09:37 AM
Yup, wide 17" wheels with proper road rubber, 1050 Speed Triple engine, upside down forks, everything new - also it looks rather good (something the current Tiger never has).
I'd imagine they'll also offer an ABS version.
So you have super-moto handling (well almost), big bike performance and all the advantages of a GS1200. I reckon they'll sell them by the cart load.
It's the top box in the MCN spy shots that's really got you excited though :D
Carsick
20-01-06, 09:47 AM
For me it would have to be a Falco or a bargain TLR to do interesting things to.
If I were looking at the fake trailie types, then probably a V-Strom 1000, partly because it's so much cheaper than the others.
Cloggsy
20-01-06, 10:06 AM
coulda sworn the machine in the showroom said Z1000 - and its the same bike - still, looking at the price, new ones being over £6k...
still think it looks nice tho :)
Nope, deffo Z750...
http://www.goodwinfamily.force9.co.uk/z750.jpg
Look at the decal under the seat unit :!:
Ceri JC
20-01-06, 11:19 AM
For me it would have to be a Falco or a bargain TLR to do interesting things to.
If I were looking at the fake trailie types, then probably a V-Strom 1000, partly because it's so much cheaper than the others.
Yep, a 'fightered Falco as a sort of "budget, yet better looking" Tuono alternative does look tempting if I can afford a "purely for fun" Sunday afternoon bike. The new "Grand Touring" V-strom 1000 looks brilliant (in terms of spec/ability- not aesthetics). If I was buying a purely practical bike now and there was a better right finance deal available, I'd be sold.
Cloggsy
20-01-06, 11:23 AM
I'm not a big fan of the Falco (but never riden one either,) Don't like the look of the big V-Strom...
Maybe Tuono is the way to go :?:
http://www.maxmoto.co.uk/images/Aprilia%20Tuono%202006%20800.jpg
:twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
Ceri JC
20-01-06, 11:24 AM
I'm not a big fan of the Falco (but never riden one either,) Don't like the look of the big V-Strom...
Maybe Tuono is the way to go :?:
Before you completely discount the Falco, have a gander at this.
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=40&Page=1
Jelster
20-01-06, 11:35 AM
I'm not a big fan of the Falco (but never riden one either,) Don't like the look of the big V-Strom...
Maybe Tuono is the way to go :?:
Before you completely discount the Falco, have a gander at this.
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=40&Page=1
As an ex Falco owner here's my comment....
Very comfortable & quick machine, A roads & Motorways are really pleasant.
It has a large cockpit and plenty of room to move about too.
They sound fantastic
The headlights are brilliant
It wheelies for fun, even when you don't try
BUT....
Like every litre V-twin, it drinks like a fish
Mine handled like crap - it could be that the suspension had been messed around with, but it hated corners
They eat a battery every 6 months (especially in the Winter)
If you get one, take all the switches apart, spray them with WD40, and put them back together again.
Other than that, it was fine, in fact sometimes I wish I hadn't sold it, just kept it and got a 2nd bike. It will make a great tourer.
.
northwind
20-01-06, 01:32 PM
Is it just me, or is the new Tuono just, well, ugly? And not the good ugly either. The new fairing's horrible and the entire thing looks like a hodgepodge. More like a genuine fighter I suppose :)
Anonymous
20-01-06, 09:54 PM
Cloggs, wait for one of these
http://www.motorradonline.de/fm/66/MRD_03_2006_012_400.jpg
stolen from someone who stole it from www.motorradonline.de/
Triple engine, compact and very tasty looking, IMO. They will probably sort those cans into something nice. This looks a lively little big beast, I reckon :D could be 8)
Cloggsy
20-01-06, 10:14 PM
Cloggs, wait for one of these
http://www.motorradonline.de/fm/66/MRD_03_2006_012_400.jpg
Is that the new Tiger :?: Looks like the new Fazer 600 'S' with long suspension travel...
If so... :sick: is my initial impression :!:
I quite like Ducati's new S4R (with the 999 engine in it 8)) :twisted:
http://www.ducati.com/od/ducatiuk/en/galleries/img/img3,899_11,490.jpg
It is indeed the new Tiger and I think it looks great.
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Anonymous
20-01-06, 10:35 PM
It is indeed the new Tiger and I think it looks great.
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Yeh, and we all know why :wink: :lol:
Anonymous
20-01-06, 10:35 PM
http://www.ducati.com/od/ducatiuk/en/galleries/img/img3,899_11,490.jpg
Yuk.
The Basket
20-01-06, 10:39 PM
Since no-one has mentioned the Honda Firestorm then allow me to be the first.
A nice motorcycle with a v-twin engine....win-win
Cloggsy
20-01-06, 10:43 PM
Since no-one has mentioned the Honda Firestorm then allow me to be the first.
A nice motorcycle with a v-twin engine....win-win
But its a H*n%a :roll: [-X
Seriously, have looked at VFR 800's - Firestorms always seem to get a slating for being 'bland' :roll:
Carsick
20-01-06, 10:56 PM
Firestorms always seem to get a slating for being 'bland' :roll:
Lots of Hondas get called that. The proof is in the riding.
If what they look like and the type of bike appeal to you (if you're looking at the S4R then the type is similar) you should try it and see if it suits you.
If I were you I'd ignore subjective descriptions of bikes unless you know how that persons opinions relate to your own.
northwind
21-01-06, 01:04 AM
I suppose the real drawback of the Firestorm is that it's neither an SP-2 or an SV thou. Until the thou came along it was a contender, but personally I reckon it's been aced. It does have the fact that it's not made of special Suzuki metal going for it though :)
Carsick
21-01-06, 01:13 AM
I can't say I'm a fan on the firestorm, but I haven't ridden one yet, and it may be a contender for my next bike, since they're quite cheap to obtain.
busasean
21-01-06, 08:03 AM
http://www.ducati.com/od/ducatiuk/en/galleries/img/img3,899_11,490.jpg
Yuk.
erm...........I quite like this, even if it is a ducati (sorry peter). the only problem is the right side footpeg is uncomfortable! is at a weird angle / position
Peter Henry
21-01-06, 10:49 AM
Cloggsy...That's one sexy bike that Duke isn't it? the servicing costs for the motor are a tadge more than with the 2 valve motors largely due to when it comes to belt changing(suggested at 2 year intervals but have seen many peeps on Ducati sites that ridicule that) due to them having to be adjusted correctly by being pluged in to a machine which advises the correct tension due to ahertz reading...clever hey?
I personally like the Monster with the 2 valve motor and as mentioned look at that one of Shooters! Despite Jonboy suggesting that the older donk is crap! It has all the go than you will ever want to use.
Firestorm have character,terrible tank range,not brilliant in the bends due to low ground clearance. Despite all that just like the Falco you get a whole lot of bike and poke for your cash.
p.s.Go look at www.speedzilla.com and read the boards on there...so many people with high mileage Dukes with hardly a missed beat! Ducati reliability an issue? Dont fink so! :wink:
fizzwheel
21-01-06, 10:56 AM
I can't say I'm a fan on the firestorm, but I haven't ridden one yet, and it may be a contender for my next bike, since they're quite cheap to obtain.
Read a review in T.W.O that compared a Buell Firebolt ( I think ) the SV thou SZ and a firestorm
Guess which bike they liked best....
Twas the Firestorm
Jelster
21-01-06, 11:09 AM
But its a H*n%a :roll: [-X
Seriously, have looked at VFR 800's - Firestorms always seem to get a slating for being 'bland' :roll:
Contrary to popular belief, you can have a lot of fun on a VFR. I tested it 3 times and always brought it back with a big grin on my face, and the sound it makes with some decent cans is astonishing.
Very comfortable, long tank range, and nice looking. Plus, it's a Honda.. :thumbsup:
The Basket
21-01-06, 12:00 PM
A 160mph motorcycle bland? Processed Cheese is bland!!!!!
Yes, it's a Honda...but you can always hide the tank badge with tape.
And bungee a jerry can on the pillion seat. :lol:
For the cash and the speed and build quality, a Firestorm must be good vfm. Can be picked up for very little nowadays.
northwind
21-01-06, 12:50 PM
Contrary to popular belief, you can have a lot of fun on a VFR. I tested it 3 times and always brought it back with a big grin on my face, and the sound it makes with some decent cans is astonishing.
Upi can have fun on anything, if you're not too worried about people tell you is good or bad, I find. I used to have a load of fun on my rubbish 125 because it handled like a trials bike at low speed, for example :)
The Monster's nice... But the air-cooled models were nicer. Less good engine, but the new one's so cluttered with the radiator.
an off the wall suggestion - i did see a fully faired bandit 1200 a while back, and it looked... interesting. I can't find any references to a full fairing online though.
Looked like a sports tourer, masses of grunt. But yes its an IL4 and an air-cooled one at that...
northwind
21-01-06, 01:04 PM
There definately used to be an S model Bandit 12. The gig girl's big bandit :) But honestly, I don't think any of the Bandits compete in this company.
this was fully faired, not just an S. I don't like bandits much, but this did look pretty good. But ur right its old and probably not tarty enough for our Cloggsy :wink: :lol:
The Basket
21-01-06, 02:06 PM
There definately used to be an S model Bandit 12. The gig girl's big bandit :) But honestly, I don't think any of the Bandits compete in this company.
I beg to differ. Although the Bandit 12 is woefully ancient, the engine has plenty grunt and even more reliable then a Honda. And had cheaply.
They don't come cheaper or speedier. It suffers from low mpg and suzuki's top notch build quality but top fun.
Cloggsy
21-01-06, 05:52 PM
Can be picked up for very little nowadays.
There was some Firestorms pre-registered at a dealership in Darlington, really cheap...
Not bad lookiing bikes I grant you, but they don't light my fire :?:
I have to wait until I know what's going on with my current dealership :roll: :evil:
Cloggsy
21-01-06, 05:55 PM
I did see a fully faired bandit 1200 a while back, and it looked... interesting.
No way!
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The Basket
21-01-06, 06:25 PM
If it was my money....I would get a Blackbird...and go like the chuffing clappers.
:lol:
But I spent it on a new black SV650S :-dd
Ohhhh.....the stupidity of existence. Cheaper insurance though.
Cloggsy
21-01-06, 07:17 PM
I saw one of these in my village today...
http://www.kakaku.com/bike/images/bike/TRIUMPH_rocketIII.jpg
:-k :twisted:
Then went for a 'drive' (:cry:) to Helmsley & saw one of these...
http://www.aprilia-zieger.de/hp/assets/newsbilder/Aprilia%20Tuono%202006.jpg
Wow... Ugly, but WOW :!: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
northwind
21-01-06, 07:55 PM
I beg to differ. Although the Bandit 12 is woefully ancient, the engine has plenty grunt and even more reliable then a Honda. And had cheaply.
They don't come cheaper or speedier. It suffers from low mpg and suzuki's top notch build quality but top fun.
But that's exactly what I mean... They're not bad bikes but to put them against a Tuono, Monster S4, etc, doesn't make much sense. They're cheap, but cheap's not really been the goal here has it?
I've nothing much against the Bandit, best engine Suzuki have ever made IMO, in a chassis that's merely quite bad. But then, I want a 7/11 fighter so I'm biased :)
The Basket
22-01-06, 08:01 PM
I agree that a Bandit 12 can never match a Z1000 but is that the point?
My point was that a 12 is good for the cash...and that a Z can never be bought as cheaply.
Also the 12 should outlive all the competition too...well the engine will.
And then you can build that drag bike you've always wanted with it.
Anyway...I've had a rethink...better low power as it least u don't go as fast...and cheaper too...the 650 will do grand. I'm not sure if the exhaust is starting to rot through but it is starting to sound rorty. Nice.
Cloggsy
22-01-06, 11:51 PM
I wouldn't want a blandit, be it 6, 12 or anthing else for that matter :roll:
northwind
23-01-06, 12:44 AM
I agree that a Bandit 12 can never match a Z1000 but is that the point?
My point was that a 12 is good for the cash...and that a Z can never be bought as cheaply.
Yup, and that's fair enough. But in this thread, it made little sense. See? Nothing at all wrong with the big bendy Bandit but it's pretty obviously not what Cloggsy's after, he's hopelessly drawn to European exotica that doesn't go :wink:
hall13uk
23-01-06, 12:52 AM
Then went for a 'drive' (:cry:) to Helmsley & saw one of these...
http://www.aprilia-zieger.de/hp/assets/newsbilder/Aprilia%20Tuono%202006.jpg
Wow... Ugly, but WOW :!: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
WOW i like it hmmmmmmm drooooolllll 8) :twisted: :twisted: but what is it ????????
Cloggsy
23-01-06, 08:29 AM
Then went for a 'drive' (:cry:) to Helmsley & saw one of these...
http://www.aprilia-zieger.de/hp/assets/newsbilder/Aprilia%20Tuono%202006.jpg
Wow... Ugly, but WOW :!: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
WOW i like it hmmmmmmm drooooolllll 8) :twisted: :twisted: but what is it ????????
It's the 2006 Aprilia Tuono R 8)
Jelster
23-01-06, 09:17 AM
I've ridden a couple of these now.... (not the '06 ones mind...)
Very tall and comfy riding position, lots of vibration and just brute force & ignorance to get you anywhere, but it does go round corners. It felt like an overgrown supermoto to me....
Love the lok, but I wouldn't have one.
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Scooby Drew
23-01-06, 02:14 PM
I've ridden a couple of these now.... (not the '06 ones mind...)
Very tall and comfy riding position, lots of vibration and just brute force & ignorance to get you anywhere, but it does go round corners. It felt like an overgrown supermoto to me....
Love the lok, but I wouldn't have one.
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Tuonos are a bit mental, like... I have a stretch of road that I have test ridden every bike I take out on and I cornered faster on that than on anything else. Very rough and ready and a complete handful. It left me with arm pump by the time I got back to the dealer who let me have it for 2hrs :lol: (silly boy!)
hall13uk
24-01-06, 09:48 AM
Then went for a 'drive' (:cry:) to Helmsley & saw one of these...
http://www.aprilia-zieger.de/hp/assets/newsbilder/Aprilia%20Tuono%202006.jpg
Wow... Ugly, but WOW :!: :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
WOW i like it hmmmmmmm drooooolllll 8) :twisted: :twisted: but what is it ????????
It's the 2006 Aprilia Tuono R 8)
i want a ride on one [-o< pleaseeeeeeeeeee
Peter Henry
24-01-06, 10:11 AM
Basically a stripped down Mille with high bars.Therefore why the hell would it simply not be just an effing ace bike to ride?! :wink: Ok slightly unusual look to it but hey Cloggsy you went for the KTM? Slipper clutch as well mate if you get a bit carrid away when heading towards the bends! :lol:
Italian mate....yummy! :lol: :lol:
Saw this the other day...
http://www.goodwinfamily.force9.co.uk/Multistrada.jpg
What do you think :?:
This is what happens when two words become one... f***ing & ugly = FUGLY.
That said I don't think the angle of the shot is doing it any real justice - perhaps if the photographer pointed the other way?! :wink:
More importantly - what do you think of it?
Peter Henry
24-01-06, 11:25 AM
Aaaah the poor Multistrada.The beauty is obviously in the riding! :wink: :)
Filipe M.
24-01-06, 11:29 AM
I kinda like it... :?
Yeah, I know, I'm a bit like Peter Henry. Give us a turd with a Ducati sticker on it and we'll worship it... 8-[
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