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Old 30-07-11, 05:45 PM   #1
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Default 2nd bike (with requirements)

as above will be keeping the sv1000 but wanting another bike so requirements are

must fit a 6 foot 8 bloke
must be a v twin
must be 750 or bigger (torque )
around the 3 grand mark
not a sports bike or ducacti (want to ride it not have it in a garage constantly)
concidering any other styles of bike adventure/ naked/ sm etc
will be buying around oct (birthday prezzie to myself)


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Old 30-07-11, 06:01 PM   #2
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vStrom?
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Old 30-07-11, 06:05 PM   #3
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Old 30-07-11, 06:08 PM   #4
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surely you have enough parts kicking about the place to build a second bike!
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Old 30-07-11, 07:02 PM   #5
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surely you have enough parts kicking about the place to build a second bike!


Any requirement on country?

£1100 over the budget but should fit a lanky bloke. Shiver 750

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Old 30-07-11, 07:09 PM   #6
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Dave this may fit you (small motor tho)

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DUCATI MULTISTRADA 620 618cc, 2007 57 Reg , 3,990 miles, Black, 3 Owners, 620 Multistrada in pristine condition, comes with heated grips, carbon hugger, chain guard, 3 owners covering a measly 3990 miles only. It would be suitable for secret agent work as its fitted with rear facing rocket launchers. (see photo eight). Seriously though a great bike with that unique Italiano feel. Remember to have a look at our used bikes in the rear viewing area. Any questions email Alan@newcastlemotorcycles.co.uk or call 0191 2733707., £3,999
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Old 30-07-11, 07:30 PM   #7
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For around 4k you get get a superduke or 950 SM. Slightly over budget though...

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Old 30-07-11, 08:16 PM   #8
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Old 30-07-11, 08:21 PM   #9
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ape dorsoduro although my sv will out run one
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Old 30-07-11, 08:58 PM   #10
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I'll second the V-strom thou as a tall person comfy twin. Spend a few quid on it and you'll probably not ride your other bike much!
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