Which bike?

KamiKazi

Can't decide what my next bike should be, so looking for opinions

The shortlist:

1) CBR600F


2) SV650S


3) VTR1000


4) Monster


5) Thruxton


Will be used for a bit of everything; commuting, weekend spins, trips down the country and abroad. Budget is around 2.5k - 3k, don't mind going to the UK for the right bike. Let's not let this descend into an argument about insurance, restrictions and all that jazz

What do yiz think?

Teddy Daniels

My head says cbr because it's brilliant but what about a pre vvt Vfr ?

Idleater

KamiKazi wrote: »

The shortlist:

2) SV650S

3) VTR1000


What do yiz think?

erm,

if you are looking at the vtr1000, why not the SV 1000 instead of the 650? If mine isn't being serviced tomorrow, and I make yer spin you can have a *look* .
<-- nicest colour
Also, why not the VTR SP1/SP2?



if you can't guess already, I'd suggest any v-twin

jameshayes

All depends what you want.... I'd stay away from the duke tho, heard lots of complaints that they are sluggish....

There is a huuuge difference between a cbr and a SV, i've gone from a 05 SV650s to a 07 CBR600rr and the contrast is immense.. the cbr is better for bouncing around corners where as the SV was better at scaring pedestrians and making you feel like you've a huuuuge pénis!!!

Depends what you're coming from imo - but if you want a bit of speed & good wind protection, i'd go for the cbr

KamiKazi

I know the CBR and SV are completely different, that doesn't make it any easier for me to choose

Don't think I'd get a nice SP1 within my budget.

jameshayes

What are ya looking for from a bike?

Is it your workhorse or just for weekends?

KamiKazi

jameshayes wrote: »

What are ya looking for from a bike?

Is it your workhorse or just for weekends?

Want a bike that can do it all, commuting, trips abroad, hoolie runs on the weekend etc.

Cuddlesworth

Would have to be a Ducati 999 then.

jameshayes

KamiKazi wrote: »

Want a bike that can do it all, commuting, trips abroad, hoolie runs on the weekend etc.

whoops didn't see that in your first post!

You should look at petrol costs too

jameshayes

re the truxton, i seen a fell driving one down the M1 last night, he was getting battered by the wind and it wasn't even windy out, he looked like he was struggeling at 100kmph

KamiKazi

jameshayes wrote: »

re the truxton, i seen a fell driving one down the M1 last night, he was getting battered by the wind and it wasn't even windy out, he looked like he was struggeling at 100kmph

I'd throw a flyscreen on for any long journeys

madrab

truxton or firestorm

Cuddlesworth

Would you consider one of these then?

Pretty cheap on insurance, loads of grunt in the reliable engine courtesy of its torquey characteristics. I saw this bike up months ago so he would be willing to drop further just to get a sale I would guess.

KamiKazi

Cuddlesworth wrote: »

Would you consider one of these then?

Pretty cheap on insurance, loads of grunt in the reliable engine courtesy of its torquey characteristics. I saw this bike up months ago so he would be willing to drop further just to get a sale I would guess.

Doesn't do anything for me I'm afraid

hobochris

just to throw a spanner in the works, have you considered a gsxr 1000

KamiKazi

The restriction would just choke it.

Idleater

KamiKazi wrote: »

The restriction would just choke it.

When is that up?

I'd be tempted to keep whatever you have till the restriction ends, then upgrade.

otherwise you'll only have to do it twice. Gives you time to save the extra couple of squids for the SP anyway.

KamiKazi

nereid wrote: »

When is that up?

I'd be tempted to keep whatever you have till the restriction ends, then upgrade.

otherwise you'll only have to do it twice. Gives you time to save the extra couple of squids for the SP anyway.

Nah want something bigger now

LD 50

For me it comes down to the CBR, the vtr or the monster.
My dad had CBRs when I was a kid about 15 years ago. Awesome bikes. Holds a certain sentimental value for me.
There's a guy that goes past me in the mornings on my walk to work on a monster. It looks the ****. Sounds the ****. But doesn't have a screen, so I prob wouldn't get one for that reason.
Fcuk it. Get the CBR.

Cuddlesworth

Considering the restriction I would take a good look at the torque figures at low rpm before buying any bike. I have been on two bikes that like high revs for power and the restriction just takes all the fun out of them.

KamiKazi

Cuddlesworth wrote: »

Considering the restriction I would take a good look at the torque figures at low rpm before buying any bike. I have been on two bikes that like high revs for power and the restriction just takes all the fun out of them.

True, that's why I'm considering the Firestorm and not a GSXR / 'blade etc.

Cuddlesworth

KamiKazi wrote: »

True, that's why I'm considering the Firestorm and not a GSXR / 'blade etc.

Spike at 3-4k and levels up nicely. Should be ok.

KamiKazi

Cuddlesworth wrote: »

Spike at 3-4k and levels up nicely. Should be ok.

Although I suppose with fuel injection and a Power Commander you'd be able to map it to perform at it's best well before the restrictor cuts in.

Cuddlesworth

KamiKazi wrote: »

Although I suppose with fuel injection and a Power Commander you'd be able to map it to perform at it's best well before the restrictor cuts in.

Way way beyond me. Any mechanics on here?

alanmc

I love the VTR series. The SP1/2 are cool, but there's something about the VTR 1000s half fairing deal I like.

Love V-Twins (even though I've only ever owned inline 4s).

honeybadger

i dont think yu shuuld limit urself to just those kinda bikes,theres loads of bikes out there in the money at the moment,deals bargins everywere i nearly feel like hitting the credit union again i so tempted wit wots on offer around

seanybiker

VTR or the CBR.

KamiKazi

A Firestorm went by me this morning.

It sounded like thunder

jameshayes

Another thing to note...

If you're planning on taking a pillion, inline 4's are more comfortable for them, less 'jerky'

Idleater

KamiKazi wrote: »

It sounded like thunder

I'll try to make the spin later...

KamiKazi

OK I've decided I'm going for the Firestorm :cool:

Just need to pass my test and get a Grade 2 assessment first

Idleater

KamiKazi wrote: »

OK I've decided I'm going for the Firestorm :cool:

Just need to pass my test and get a Grade 2 assessment first

Good choice, Thumbs up from me!

Do you have to do lessons for the assessment or is it just a show up and do well?

goodlad

The firestorm is delicious! Gimme it

KamiKazi

nereid wrote: »

Good choice, Thumbs up from me!

Do you have to do lessons for the assessment or is it just a show up and do well?

It's supposed to be pretty tough, gonna do a few days training over the next month or two while I'm waiting for my test.

KamiKazi

goodlad wrote: »

The firestorm is delicious! Gimme it

One of the main reasons I'm going for it is the V-twin engine, sounds amazing with a set of straight through pipes.