Second Bike Recommendations

[TommyBuoy]

Morning All,

I have a 2016 Ducati Monster 1200 at the moment which is more than quick enough for me and handles beyond my limit. Basically, it's a great bike that I love riding.

However.....I don't want to use it in bad weather and have an itch for something different to go along side it.

Basically - I really like the idea of a chilled out cruiser but don't like the lack of ground clearance (nothing fun about grinding pegs to me). I don't want a Harley and I don't want a Moto Guzzi.

Even worse would be getting a bike too similar.

I don't want to spend more than 3K - 3.5K

Also on the radar, maybe a Hayabusa or CBR900RR? I think it's fair to say I'm confused over what I would like so left field suggestions are more than welcome....

[SteelerSE]

TommyBuoy said:

Morning All,

Basically - I really like the idea of a chilled out cruiser but don't like the lack of ground clearance (nothing fun about grinding pegs to me). I don't want a Harley and I don't want a Moto Guzzi.

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Also on the radar, maybe a Hayabusa or CBR900RR? I think it's fair to say I'm confused over what I would like so left field suggestions are more than welcome....

Like the idea of a chilled out cruiser and a fireblade...?

What sort of riding do you want it for? If it's pure fun then maybe a Supermoto:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2016...

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2016...

Maybe a GS seeing as you're not sure what you want and they appear to do everything...?

[TommyBuoy]

Exactly - I don't know what I want riding wise.

Super Motos are something I've never even ridden so maybe that's the answer.

I guess I'm worried I'd get a bike to ride and not enjoy it as much as the monster.

definitely do not want an adventure style bike.

I'm now thinking Hayabusa.

I only ride for fun, so maybe a cruiser type doesn't make sense as they don't corner as well as I would want.

I'll tell you what I really want (which is not possible) - a Harley 48 / sportster that handles and rides as well as my monster. This is clearly not possible, so yeah, maybe a super Moto is a good idea - it's different enough to not compare the two.

[Chainsaw Rebuild]

You could get a DRZ 400 and a set of supermoto wheels. Then you could do green laning and supermoto. Almost like two bikes in one.

[SteelerSE]

A Diavel? Too close to your Monster..?

[TommyBuoy]

Diavel Too expensive - I'd get shot if I spent more than £3,500, although it's probably the bike I am looking for.

I'll try some Supermotos as I haven't ridden any before. Other than that, I guess a sports bike is on the cards.

I just really want a really cool, low cruiser that rides well

[TommyBuoy]

Also, never ridden off road (except a field when I was 14), so maybe that would open up a new challenge.

I'll look into it.

[tjlazer]

Surely the answer lies with a Buell. In no way sensible but at least they have a Harley motor and can handle. Not sure about wet weather though, it would likely be terrifying.

[rodericb]

Grom?

[pozi]

Supermoto's make great second bikes providing you have the twisty roads on your doorstep to get the best out of them and only want to use it for a 60 mile thrash.

Without the rights roads they are rubbish and you will hate every moment so choose carefully.

[airsafari87]

TommyBuoy said:

Morning All,

I have a 2016 Ducati Monster 1200 at the moment which is more than quick enough for me and handles beyond my limit. Basically, it's a great bike that I love riding.

However.....I don't want to use it in bad weather and have an itch for something different to go along side it.

Basically - I really like the idea of a chilled out cruiser but don't like the lack of ground clearance (nothing fun about grinding pegs to me). I don't want a Harley and I don't want a Moto Guzzi.

Even worse would be getting a bike too similar.

I don't want to spend more than 3K - 3.5K

Also on the radar, maybe a Hayabusa or CBR900RR? I think it's fair to say I'm confused over what I would like so left field suggestions are more than welcome....

Stay with the Ducati family and try a Scrambler??

[bogie]

I have a 2 bike garage; MV Brutale 1090RR and a Harley V-Rod, very different bikes depending what mood im in, and if my other half is riding pillion.

You could join a bike hire club for a year, ride 1/2 dozen different styles of bikes for long weekends and decide which you prefer.

For the last few years Ive been in Spyderclub and have 3-4 long weekends each year riding a club bike; 1299 Pani, Diavel, Ariel Ace, 899 Pani, SD1290R, S1000R, S1000RR, Multistrada

Often Ive got something out for a weekend, thinking I would really like it, then discovered its not really for me. On a 50 mile dealer test ride you barely get time to get out of town. Over a Friday to Monday you can usually get 300-400 miles in and see if you really gel with a particular bike....

[TommyBuoy]

airsafari87 said:

TommyBuoy said:

Morning All,

I have a 2016 Ducati Monster 1200 at the moment which is more than quick enough for me and handles beyond my limit. Basically, it's a great bike that I love riding.

However.....I don't want to use it in bad weather and have an itch for something different to go along side it.

Basically - I really like the idea of a chilled out cruiser but don't like the lack of ground clearance (nothing fun about grinding pegs to me). I don't want a Harley and I don't want a Moto Guzzi.

Even worse would be getting a bike too similar.

I don't want to spend more than 3K - 3.5K

Also on the radar, maybe a Hayabusa or CBR900RR? I think it's fair to say I'm confused over what I would like so left field suggestions are more than welcome....

Stay with the Ducati family and try a Scrambler??

I like the scrambler, but wouldn't consider increasing my self imposed budget for one!

[DanSI]

As highlighted above, perhaps something that offers a different (life)style to that of your existing bike, such as some off roading. Bit of contrast.

[DanSI]

I recently had an opportunity to ride a DRZ400 (was on the road though). Quite fun to check around, but you'd get the itch very quickly to take such a bike green laning, or at a dedicated offroad track. Otherwise its wasted ridden on tarmac, for 99% of its outings.

[TommyBuoy]

bogie said:

I have a 2 bike garage; MV Brutale 1090RR and a Harley V-Rod, very different bikes depending what mood im in, and if my other half is riding pillion.

You could join a bike hire club for a year, ride 1/2 dozen different styles of bikes for long weekends and decide which you prefer.

For the last few years Ive been in Spyderclub and have 3-4 long weekends each year riding a club bike; 1299 Pani, Diavel, Ariel Ace, 899 Pani, SD1290R, S1000R, S1000RR, Multistrada

Often Ive got something out for a weekend, thinking I would really like it, then discovered its not really for me. On a 50 mile dealer test ride you barely get time to get out of town. Over a Friday to Monday you can usually get 300-400 miles in and see if you really gel with a particular bike....

It's a great idea, but I'd ride a bike that I couldn't afford to buy in most cases. Membership for the top class also gets close to the budget I've set myself, and I'd like to get more than a months worth of riding!

Honestly, I'm looking at CBR600RR, after riding with someone yesterday it looks like a fun little bike, more like a scalpel to the ducati's hammer.

[Renn Sport]

If you want a cruiser then how about a CB1300 from Honda? Classic muscle bike.

I would try a sports touring bike for all weathers. However if you want a sports bike maybe a older generation injected bike is the answer for all weathers?

[jaja4421]

Triumph Thunderbird 900. I happen to have one for sale...

[podman]

Sounds like you may find my GSXR1000 ideal ...

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/motorbikes/...

[FezSpider]

I say grab a hayabusa, i have had mine for 13 years, i love it and there cheap as chips.
My other bike is also a Ducati, a Diavel. Perfect pair
Mind you though, them zzr 1300s look tempting.

Edited by FezSpider on Monday 22 August 20:32