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Bit of fun.
If you had to swap your bike, but were allowed two others instead, what would you go for? ( * You're not allowed the same bike / model again as one of the two replacements. * You're not allowed to go for something really expensive just to sell it... you have to live with the new bikes and keep them).
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Do the two new bikes have to 'add up' to the current value of my 99 SV? If that is the case ... I'm looking at a Chinese import s$#te scooter thats been razzed to death of some kind and a totally worthless 'basket case' as my two replacements! Haa.
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No they don't . Although keeping it within realistic budget is advised. They are bikes you will need to use and service etc.
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...but I don't want to lose my SV
![]() Assuming you wrestled the SV from my hands and I surrendered the Zed, I'd go for something old (yes, I know that didn't work out so well last time) and something new. The old: probably an air cooled Yam 2 stroke - R5 or RD350. The new: I like the look/concept of the new Triumph Trident. It has about the right amount of power (for me) and its weight/size would fit me well.
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Main bike: BMW R1200GS - what i'm looking at as my next bike anyway.
Fun bike: KTM RC8 Last edited by DJ123; 27-12-20 at 01:20 PM. |
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Oooo, in that case ... BSA DBD34 Goldstar in clubman trim, and a 918 urban tiger Fireblade. Yeah... I know there's more exotic machinery out there but the blade would re-kindle an old flame and the Goldstar has been on my wish list forever, so ... for me ... my perfect 'two bike garage' .
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Always admired the old Bonny - tweaked with modern bits (1)
Can I persuade a certain Allen Millyard to part with his Velo Twin? (2) |
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I don't ride the one I have now as much as I'd like to... If I was to change then I'd go for a comfy middleweight adventure bike like the CB500X for day trips and a simple scooter like a Forza 350 for popping to the shops. Yes, I know they're both Hondas.
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I'd pick up a V-Strom 1000 and a VFR of some sort.
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Current bike - Fazer 800
Replacements - Low mileage Fireblade 954 (or maybe an S1000RR) for fun, and a new VFR800 for comfort and practicality. Last edited by keith_d; 27-12-20 at 07:28 PM. |
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