What new bike next? - SV650.org

ruddlad · 14-05-14, 04:44 PM

Hi all, been over a year since my SV went, after which I bought a Yamaha Virago 750. (always fancied one)

Soon got bored with that and it went at the weekend, so looking for advice.

Just seen a nice CBR600 Sport, but my back won't really fancy the position after a few miles, and I don't get my knee down so the Sport was probably a daft thought, but it was local and I went more for the fitting.

I've read the CBR600F is the same riding position so unless that is untrue, that's off the list too.

ZZR600's are plentiful as are Thundercats.

Looking for an early 2000 model.

Even considering a VFR800.

I didn't really have any issues with my SV (curvy) riding position, so what difference are there between the above bikes in comparison.

Maybe I spent tooooo long on my Virago and got used to the armchair riding position??

Advice welcome and appreciated.

Cheers Sean

14-05-14, 05:54 PM

I was chatting to an older chap who has just had a back operation, he rides a k5 gixxer 1000. Apparently the riding position in fact stretches his back out and is more comfortable than being upright say in a car where his spine is compressed. I would imagine the pain would be more wrist than back.

What about an mt09?

ruddlad · 14-05-14, 06:21 PM

VMax is my favourite but budget wont get me a decent one.

Looking 2k max as I just use it as a toy.

Only did 300 miles on my Virago compared to around 800 on the SV, I didnt have the inclination to ride it.

The MT is too new so out of my price.

NTECUK · 14-05-14, 06:56 PM

What's wrong with the sv. Seams ideal for you.
A zzr is a sports with the edge knocked off. Had a 600, bought back in the 90's,did 18,000 two up miles great bike. Even the 600 is still fast enough to get you in trouble.

ruddlad · 14-05-14, 07:06 PM

I loved my sv, sold to a fellow member.

Nothing against them but been there done it that makes sense

NTECUK · 14-05-14, 07:28 PM

Yes it does.

carelesschucca · 14-05-14, 07:36 PM

Try bikes. try lots of things you never know whats good for you. Everyones different. I know its not much help really but try as many as you can you'll know when you ride the bike for you. It'll be love something will click amd make you say yes I can live with that and love it too.

15-05-14, 06:57 AM

Bandit 12? Get a nice one for 2k if you look around, quick and comfy.

JulesW · 15-05-14, 10:40 AM

Street Triple ?

15-05-14, 12:35 PM

Whats your budget?

I rode a new gsx1250 at the weekend only £7k new and its an awesome bike, lots of grunt better than the figures suggest.

14-05-14, 04:44 PM	#1
ruddlad Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Nottingham Posts: 198	What new bike next? Hi all, been over a year since my SV went, after which I bought a Yamaha Virago 750. (always fancied one) Soon got bored with that and it went at the weekend, so looking for advice. Just seen a nice CBR600 Sport, but my back won't really fancy the position after a few miles, and I don't get my knee down so the Sport was probably a daft thought, but it was local and I went more for the fitting. I've read the CBR600F is the same riding position so unless that is untrue, that's off the list too. ZZR600's are plentiful as are Thundercats. Looking for an early 2000 model. Even considering a VFR800. I didn't really have any issues with my SV (curvy) riding position, so what difference are there between the above bikes in comparison. Maybe I spent tooooo long on my Virago and got used to the armchair riding position?? Advice welcome and appreciated. Cheers Sean __________________ Heaven won't have me, hell's afraid I'll take over

14-05-14, 05:54 PM	#2
Ben.tattooer Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What new bike next?? I was chatting to an older chap who has just had a back operation, he rides a k5 gixxer 1000. Apparently the riding position in fact stretches his back out and is more comfortable than being upright say in a car where his spine is compressed. I would imagine the pain would be more wrist than back. What about an mt09?

14-05-14, 06:21 PM	#3
ruddlad Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Nottingham Posts: 198	Re: What new bike next?? VMax is my favourite but budget wont get me a decent one. Looking 2k max as I just use it as a toy. Only did 300 miles on my Virago compared to around 800 on the SV, I didnt have the inclination to ride it. The MT is too new so out of my price. __________________ Heaven won't have me, hell's afraid I'll take over

14-05-14, 06:56 PM	#4
NTECUK Member Mega Poster Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: essex Posts: 5,314	Re: What new bike next?? What's wrong with the sv. Seams ideal for you. A zzr is a sports with the edge knocked off. Had a 600, bought back in the 90's,did 18,000 two up miles great bike. Even the 600 is still fast enough to get you in trouble. __________________ Raisin cookies that look like chocolate chip cookies are the reason I have trust issues.

14-05-14, 07:06 PM	#5
ruddlad Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Nottingham Posts: 198	Re: What new bike next?? I loved my sv, sold to a fellow member. Nothing against them but been there done it that makes sense __________________ Heaven won't have me, hell's afraid I'll take over

14-05-14, 07:28 PM	#6
NTECUK Member Mega Poster Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: essex Posts: 5,314	Re: What new bike next?? Yes it does. __________________ Raisin cookies that look like chocolate chip cookies are the reason I have trust issues.

14-05-14, 07:36 PM	#7
carelesschucca Member Mega Poster Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Kilsyth - Bonnie Scotland Posts: 2,727	Re: What new bike next?? Try bikes. try lots of things you never know whats good for you. Everyones different. I know its not much help really but try as many as you can you'll know when you ride the bike for you. It'll be love something will click amd make you say yes I can live with that and love it too. __________________ Innuendo - it's great when you get it. sv650s (gone) gsx-r600 (gone) Street R675 (now living in Inbhir Nis )

15-05-14, 06:57 AM	#8
Ben.tattooer Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What new bike next? Bandit 12? Get a nice one for 2k if you look around, quick and comfy.

15-05-14, 10:40 AM	#9
JulesW Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Wirral Posts: 444	Re: What new bike next? Street Triple ? __________________ Bikes I've owned and loved: Bridgestone 90, Honda CB175, Suzuki GT250, Yamaha YZ125, RD350LC x2, RD350YPVS x2 & FZR600, Honda CB900F, Suzuki SV650S K6, 2014 Triumph Street Triple R

15-05-14, 12:35 PM	#10
SUPERSTARDJ01 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What new bike next? Whats your budget? I rode a new gsx1250 at the weekend only £7k new and its an awesome bike, lots of grunt better than the figures suggest.

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