Why buy a larger bike

I think mine would have done high 90's in 2nd. Indicated not real of course.

Originally Posted by Bellerophon

Personally speaking, I bought a VTR 1000 'cos I've always liked the sound and the low down power. I'm now looking for a litre plus sports tourer like a ZZR 1100 'cos I'd like to do a bit of touring and the VTR is most definitely NOT a bike you'd want to ride for miles and miles in one go. Its a bit thirsty as well.

I've owned a VTR and 3 ZZR11s. You'll love the ZZR, but personally I'd try and find a 1200 rather than an 11. The 1100s are all getting a little bit long in the tooth now and the 1200 is a nicer bike to ride and own. If you are going after any ZZR, check the condition of the exhaust, they rot like mad and are bloody expensive to replace. If the collector box or d/pipes have any rot or blow then factor that into the price or walk away - youre looking at about 500 quid to replace the lot with decent aftermarket stuff. Downpipes, collector and left silencer are all one piece on an 1100, the only other part is the right silencer, and they rot just as badly. Rear shocks are knackered at 20K miles and look for proof of regular oil changes. Valve shims are a doddle to do yourself cos cams don't have to come out, nor do you need a special tool. I clocked up over 130K miles on my old ZZRs, love them to bits.

While I don't regret buying my VTR, I don't regret selling it and buying another ZZR11 either. It just wasn't particularly briiliant at anything, but wasn't terrible at anything either, except running out of fuel.

[mister c]

Having a discussion with a mate last night & I asked the question "why do you need something larger than a 600/650 cc". Why have a Gixxer 1000, R1 or Busa etc?
The Sv (Or any other mid capacity bike) will nearly break the speed limit twice over, it has good accelleration for overtaking. From what I've seen on here it is perfectly capable of touring. Has good fuel economy & is generally a fun bike to ride.
Just thought I'd see what people thought.

Why buy a 650 over a 400? The same argument is pretty much the same with most modern 400s.

For me, it's personal preference. I spend a fair amount of time on motorway routes. I'd like a bike that I can stick in 6th & let it plod along, so I'm looking at larger capacity. The added benefit is that bigger bikes tend to have better pull in 5th & 6th.

[fizzwheel]

Because I can and I wanted one.

Horses for courses really.

After touring Europe a number of times I honestly think that 2 up, the SV does lack a little umph in places, and it's not the biggest of bikes either, something physically larger will tour better.

I wanted to experience an IL4, which is why I went to a Gixer, and found that my 'Blade was more comfortable for me with my back problem.

Anyway, nobody "needs" a 650, it's a case of what you want and what you can have. Luckily I could afford the 'Blade when I got it, even if I did go in to buy a VFR

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Why have a Ferrari when you can have a Ford Focus?

Cos the faster the acceleration the bigger the adrenalin rush!

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Because I can and I wanted one.

because eviltwin tricked me into it!

[dirtydog]

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Because I can and I wanted one.

That's my reason as well