If you HAD to swap your bike... - SV650.org

Adam Ef · 27-12-20, 09:59 AM

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).

gadget · 27-12-20, 10:53 AM

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.

Adam Ef · 27-12-20, 12:16 PM

No they don't . Although keeping it within realistic budget is advised. They are bikes you will need to use and service etc.

Seeker · 27-12-20, 12:27 PM

...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.

DJ123 · 27-12-20, 12:44 PM

Main bike: BMW R1200GS - what i'm looking at as my next bike anyway.
Fun bike: KTM RC8

gadget · 27-12-20, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam Ef

No they don't . Although keeping it within realistic budget is advised. They are bikes you will need to use and service etc.

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' .

redtrummy · 27-12-20, 03:53 PM

Always admired the old Bonny - tweaked with modern bits (1)
Can I persuade a certain Allen Millyard to part with his Velo Twin? (2)

Sir Trev · 27-12-20, 05:02 PM

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.

Kenzie · 27-12-20, 05:47 PM

I'd pick up a V-Strom 1000 and a VFR of some sort.

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keith_d · 27-12-20, 07:27 PM

Current bike - Fazer 800

Replacements - Low mileage Fireblade 954 (or maybe an S1000RR) for fun, and a new VFR800 for comfort and practicality.

27-12-20, 09:59 AM	#1
Adam Ef Member Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Bristol Posts: 1,200	If you HAD to swap your bike... 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). __________________ >>> ? <<< Past: Street Triple 765rs, DRZ400s,GSXR1000 K9, VFR800 A8, ZX6R 636 2006, CRF250L, GSXR750 K7, VFR800 A7, GSXR750 L3, Street Triple 675R, MT09 Tracer, SV650s K8, CB250rsd, YBR125...

27-12-20, 10:53 AM	#2
gadget Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 397	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... 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.

27-12-20, 12:16 PM	#3
Adam Ef Member Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Bristol Posts: 1,200	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... No they don't . Although keeping it within realistic budget is advised. They are bikes you will need to use and service etc. __________________ >>> ? <<< Past: Street Triple 765rs, DRZ400s,GSXR1000 K9, VFR800 A8, ZX6R 636 2006, CRF250L, GSXR750 K7, VFR800 A7, GSXR750 L3, Street Triple 675R, MT09 Tracer, SV650s K8, CB250rsd, YBR125...

27-12-20, 12:27 PM	#4
Seeker Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: NE Lincs Posts: 1,069	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... ...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. __________________ 2016 SV650AL7 2023 GSX-8S

27-12-20, 12:44 PM	#5
DJ123 Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Somewhere over there Posts: 3,245	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... Main bike: BMW R1200GS - what i'm looking at as my next bike anyway. Fun bike: KTM RC8 __________________ BMW F800ST Last edited by DJ123; 27-12-20 at 01:20 PM.

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redtrummy Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: N W Leicestershire Posts: 248	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... 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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Sir Trev Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: High Wycombe, where the chair factories used to be Posts: 1,440	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... 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. __________________ We are the Goon Squad and we're coming to town, BEEP BEEP!

27-12-20, 05:47 PM	#9
Kenzie Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Posts: 818	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... I'd pick up a V-Strom 1000 and a VFR of some sort. Sent from my Xperia using Tapatalk __________________ Flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/39887875@N06/

27-12-20, 07:27 PM	#10
keith_d Member Mega Poster Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ruislip Posts: 1,131	Re: If you HAD to swap your bike... 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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