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Silky Thighs posted:A friend of mine is selling a 2002 Kawasaki ZX6R, 13,000 miles with helmet/jacket/gloves for $3500. There's no damage to it, and only some minor scratches. I was thinking of getting it for next summer. Those headlights are gross.
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# ¿ Nov 6, 2008 06:55 |
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# ¿ Apr 29, 2024 15:55 |
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MrKatharsis posted:
Did you half cover yours in tape/paint too?
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# ¿ Nov 13, 2008 02:53 |
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Bucephalus posted:Tell me more about the SV650. Also consider Ducati GT1000 I rode the S model, I thought it was a blast. And when you sit on it your easily the coolest dude in a 1/2 mile radius.
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# ¿ Sep 9, 2009 02:51 |
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wowza Problem solved.
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# ¿ Sep 10, 2009 00:41 |
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Sheik Yerbouti posted:So I sold my SV some days ago and can't decide on what bike I should buy next. Honda ST Kawasaki Concours 14
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# ¿ Sep 21, 2009 15:42 |
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Blaster of Justice posted:I'm not easily scared, but I didn't expect Slenderman wearing a MC suit when I clicked this thread. gently caress! An HJC helmet and closeout leathers are a better choice than a Shoie and pajamas every day of the week.
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# ¿ Sep 29, 2009 07:47 |
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LabRat1 posted:If any of you can suggest a bike to learn with that I might fit on that would be great. Thanks. I'm not saying your stuck with dual sports and adventure bikes, but you will probably find them a bit more comfortable than everything else. Dual Sport KLR 650 XR 650 DRZ400S Supermoto DRZ 400SM* WR250X *I highly recommend this one
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# ¿ Sep 30, 2009 14:25 |
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Jaros posted:This is sort of what I was getting at I just wasn't really clear at all. How much have you budgeted for gear? Also... DRZ400SM. I'm just going to keep coming in here an posting that daily.
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# ¿ Oct 6, 2009 03:00 |
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Endless Mike posted:I love my DRZ, but calling it comfortable on the highway is being a bit optimistic. It's not comfortable, but it's worth it.
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# ¿ Oct 6, 2009 05:50 |
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The DRZ is not a great bike for traveling 3 hours on the highway, but it certainly isn't impossible. You'll probably find you'd rather take the other road, you know the one that used to be the highway until the interstate went in back in the 70's. While a more expensive option, the Husqvarna TE610 is only 10 lbs heavier than a DRZ (the KLR is about 40 lbs heavier than the DRZ), and has a 6th gear making it much more comfortable on the highway (I test rode the SM version). The Husqvarna should be easier to do basic maintenance on, valve adjustments are made by turning a screw on the rocker arm, on the DRZ you need to pull the cam shafts and change shims. Edit: I'm not 100% certain, but I don't think the DRZ has changed at all since it first came out except for the addition of the SM model. Zool fucked around with this message at 03:15 on Oct 7, 2009 |
# ¿ Oct 7, 2009 03:10 |
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Crissangel Mindfrog posted:I'm going to buy a starter bike sometime in the near future. Two questions: Winter/Fall is the best time to get a deal. I believe you can bring a 49 state bike in to California provided it is at least a certain age, or has a certain number of miles. I don't think it's an issue unless you try to bring a brand new bike in. Have you taken the MSF? What's your budget for bike and gear? You can take a sport bike on dirt and fireroads, but the suspension isn't made for it, and it's not too fun. I'm in Seattle, let me know if you need someone to test-ride a bike for you. Also screw sportbikes, get this. http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/mcy/1411166095.html
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# ¿ Oct 9, 2009 01:59 |
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Spiffness posted:Bigger wheels saves you some revs on the highway.
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# ¿ Oct 10, 2009 07:16 |
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8ender posted:Someone here described a squid rider as being like a real squid: has to nearly stop to turn and is soft and squishy because they dont wear gear. I've heard several explanations for the source of the term. How about, "The term squid comes from emergency responders who noticed that when a motorcycle rider without proper gear crashes at high speed, they tend to wear down and separate at the torso. The entrails snaking out from the upper body make the remains look like a squid."
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# ¿ Nov 6, 2009 06:11 |
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Crazy685 posted:Im going to get my motorcycle license, and I was trying to research what a great first bike would be. Im looking to spend about $3000 or so. What would you guys suggest? Do you mean the GSX650, or the GSX-R 600? The SV 650 and GSX650 are both at the upper limit of what you'll see recommend here, power wise. If you rode the GSX-R 600 and thought it seemed to be about right ie didn't scare the poo poo out of yourself, you shifted about 8,000 rpm before you had to. With your dirt bike experience, and apparent love of Suzuki... Have you considered the DRZ400-SM? It is, in my opinion, much more fun than an SV.
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 02:16 |
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Crazy685 posted:No dual sports, Id like a sport bike... but it has to look pretty good as well. It's a supermoto, there's a difference. It's suspension is so much better than the SV650's, I would argue the DRZ-SM is the sportier bike. Crazy685 posted:The 250 is a pretty lame looking bike. So you think the current Ninja 250 is ugly, or just the old one? What about un-faired sportbikes like the Ducati Monster? Crazy685 posted:I'm definitely willing to take any and all advice, though. What's a weaker sport bike I could check out? Im honestly not worried about power.. I'd even take something under 500ccs You're in the U.S. right? There isn't really any 'sport bike' positioned between the Ninja 250, and SV650. Comparable bikes to the SV650 are the Ninja 650R, and Yamaha FZ6R, and Suzuki Bandit 600S. If you want a really cool, low power, great handling bike, track down an '09 Aprilia RS125 If you're open to unfaired bikes you have the Ducati Monster 620 and 696, the Honda 599 (tough to find), and the naked SV650.
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 06:06 |
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IAMKOREA posted:Any thoughts on 2009 BMW G 650 GS's? Did they fix that little issue where the front axle breaks off? Or was that another middle weight BMW?
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 06:08 |
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Endless Mike posted:The colors, maybe. Other than specific model differences (S, SM, E, K), I don't think the DRZ400 has had any changes since its introduction. Stickers. Colors and stickers.
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 06:13 |
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Gr3y posted:The Ninja 500 and GS 500 would like to have a word with you... The Ninja doesn't meet the styling requirements, but I don't know how I forgot about the GS. http://www.sportrider.com/dyno/146_sportbike_dyno_charts/photo_60.html
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 16:15 |
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sirbeefalot posted:I've really got the SM bug lately. Any specific suggestions, what to look out for, etc? I've been riding a 2004 EX-250 for roughly 7 months, with about ~4000 miles under my belt. I'm seeing the DRZ400SM as a strong contender, similar power to the Ninja but more torque down low. The DRZ-400SM, and the WR250X are both pretty similar in power. The WR is down on torque, but it has a 6th gear which is good on the freeway. The next step in SM performance above a DRZ is the Husqvarna SM610. It's actually priced pretty close to the DRZ new, but you're unlikely to find one used. The 610 is ~52hp to the DRZ's 33, while weighing only a few (I think 10) pounds more. It is a much better bike on the freeway than a DRZ. It will easily pull the front wheel up if you wack the throttle open, but it's not nearly as mad as the KTM. The brakes make the DRZ's seem cute. I think it's a good compromise between power/weight and maintenance/reliablilty for a street going supermoto. It would take more maintenance than a DRZ, 3000 miles between oil changes and 6,000 between valve checks. It will be easier to work on than any water cooled Japanese bike. The tank and seat will come off with 1 bolt. Valve adjustments can be done without removing the camshaft. You can probably get 30k out of a 610 with just regular maintenance before you need to think about rebuilding the top end. It's not in the same league as the DRZ, which you can count on leaving to your grandchildren. Then there is the KTM 690, which will flip you over the back in first gear if you even think about opening the throttle, and over the front if you look at the brake lever wrong. PlasticSun posted:I don't think it'd be too hard to convert a WR250 to Super Moto. I bet it's impossible to plate a dirt bike in Cali.
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 21:47 |
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PlasticSun posted:The SMs have a bit more power and the forks are nicer although like you said less travel. If you plan to be in the dirt you'd likely want to get a set of dirt wheels for the SM. You could also get an E which is the non-street legal version. There are a lot of people who have converted them so that they can be used on the street and they make a bit more power than the S as well. I don't think the SM makes anymore power than the S. You can get more power out of the engine, but I don't think it's worth the time/money. If you want a more powerful bike get the Husqvarna. You'll want dirt wheels if you ride in, mud, wet clay, or soft dirt. On dirt/gravel roads and dry trails 17in wheels with Avon Distanzias will do fine.
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# ¿ Nov 8, 2009 22:17 |
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Tsaven Nava posted:Those bikes will kill you in very short order. What I see most often when someone starts on a bike like that, is that they almost killed themselves the day they got it, and they've been too scared to throw a leg over it since.
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# ¿ Nov 9, 2009 04:00 |
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Crazy685 posted:Whoat that new 250 is beautiful! I looked at a 2002 that was hideous. You keep mentioning looks, keep in mind that you are most likely going to drop your first bike a couple times. You're ready to spend ~$2500 on a bike, how much are you going to spend on all your gear?
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# ¿ Nov 9, 2009 04:03 |
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elsanto posted:The 2010 Aprilia Shiver is looking pretty badass. There is an Aprilia dealer near me, too. What kind of reputation do these bikes have? I assume they are competing with the Monster and Gladius? They have a reputation for looking bad rear end and being a good, fun, bike.
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# ¿ Nov 10, 2009 01:49 |
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sirbeefalot posted:So I tried to test ride a DRZ400SM today, but Hollywood Honda doesn't allow test rides on the Japanese bikes. Perhaps a sharing CA poster will offer? You could just ride one that someone is trying to sell private party.
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# ¿ Nov 17, 2009 06:16 |
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KozmoNaut posted:am I being a horrible idiot? Only if you pay $3900 for it.
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# ¿ Nov 23, 2009 18:28 |
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Saga posted:DRZs are pretty heavy dirt bikes. Yeah, but he wants a street bike, so the DRZ is a featherweight. If you're looking to spend 7-9k on a supermoto, get a Husqvarna SM630. They should be around 8k new next summer. Used consider the Husqvarna SM610, and KTM 625,640, and 690. (all available in both dual-sport and supermoto garb) You can't really go wrong with a DRZ, but the Husky and KTM will be a bit more fun.
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# ¿ Nov 28, 2009 03:50 |
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Digital Casing posted:I've been riding for about 8 years now and have owned several 1L bikes. I've always wanted a Hayabusa. When they first came out they were making bigger numbers than the other smaller 1L bikes. Now it appears that the gap has closed quite a bit. :cough: A 200bhp Beemer would probably be prety quick. http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2009/12/bmw-s1000rr-makes-183hp-on-dyn.html
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# ¿ Dec 10, 2009 23:44 |
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Z3n posted:Yeah, the oil mod would be at the top of the list if I did find one of the old V4s to play with. In the mean time, I've got my hands full with the ZX9R project I just bought and the F2 I'll be picking up from a friend. So the plan is get ride of the 636, and start riding the ZX9 on the street. Then the F2 for... chopper project?
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# ¿ Dec 25, 2009 01:51 |
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eeenmachine posted:I'm a somewhat experienced rider (grew up with dirt bikes, took the MSF) who is considering a bike to commute on with with some longer rides every once in awhile. http://www.myersmotors.com/buynow.html
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# ¿ Jan 4, 2010 07:59 |
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Gnomad posted:
Sounds like it was her, the rider with two years of experience on a sport bike who didn't realize the limitations of her new cruiser.
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# ¿ Jan 10, 2010 02:23 |
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I'm thinking of getting a new bike. I want something big and orange, what do you recommend?
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# ¿ Jan 16, 2010 05:22 |
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2ndclasscitizen posted:You had to ask? Hmm what's that maybe I'll get one of those thingies.
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# ¿ Jan 16, 2010 08:14 |
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2ndclasscitizen posted:You had to ask? Good call. Thanks for the help. http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=2895016&pagenumber=56#post371483465
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# ¿ Jan 24, 2010 08:00 |
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the walkin dude posted:I have a friend who's thinking of selling his 2002 Ninja ZX6R with 5k miles. He said he'd be selling it for $5k. Is this a fair price? Why not ask for 10k? He's going to have come down to around 3k if he actually wants to sell it. That was the last year of a four year run, meaning that bike was designed in 1997. And you know how all 600s are the same yada yada yada? The 1998-2002 ZX6R handles about as well as an SV650, not nearly as well as a modern supersport should. (I own one, a 2002 I payed 3k for two years ago) You can pick up a low mileage 2007 supersport for $5K. He'll be lucky if he gets $3k for it.
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# ¿ Jan 28, 2010 08:01 |
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rubbersoul posted:http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/Honda/honda_xr250r%2083.htm That depends, does it have a plate?
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# ¿ Mar 25, 2010 06:30 |
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rubbersoul posted:Not currently, but is wired for signals etc. also how big of a deal is not having a plate? That depends on where you live, south Philly, no big deal. Washington state, $500 ticket every time a cop sees you.
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# ¿ Mar 25, 2010 15:56 |
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infraboy posted:Dumb but interesting question: What bike would you guys buy used or new between $5000 - $6000? Husqvarna SM510R, best touring bike ever
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# ¿ Apr 23, 2010 03:40 |
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I have a 690 SMC, I'd say it pulls pretty well up to about 70mph, which is about as fast as it's comfortable to ride it due too the wind blast. It out handles every other street bike I've ridden. The only bike I would think about trading it in for is the Duke R.
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# ¿ May 20, 2010 14:55 |
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Saga posted:I didn't mean to steer, but to keep it on the rubber bits if you lose one or both ends. The Duke was good at that - I hit gravel, cow poo poo, mud from tractors a few times on it and aside from getting your attention the unexpected 2-wheel drift was pretty survivable and undramatic. Wouldn't want to try that on a Foxeye blade, for example. They claim 62hp, which feels about right. The Duke R makes 70hp.
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# ¿ May 20, 2010 16:41 |
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# ¿ Apr 29, 2024 15:55 |
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Spiffness posted:Now it's the SMR's that are the high strung bombs.
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# ¿ May 22, 2010 02:53 |