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[waynester]

I'm on my way back to bike ownership.

My last bike was a new 2001 R1, i sold this six months later. Mainly due to a dodgy back, which is much better now.

I have obtained a free CBR 400RR which is a start, but it really is too small for me. Sooo i'm looking at getting a big sport bike with touring ability. Needs to be cheap(ish) though, as i want to keep my other toy (TVR).

I'm looking at spending £2000 max + CBR P/X

My list so far:

ZZR 1100
CBR 1000
GSXR 1100
ZX9R

>>> Edited by waynester on Wednesday 2nd February 11:35

[Mad Dave]

Are you selling the CBR then? If so, how much would you be looking for for it?

[waynester]

The CBR is my brothers...he just doesn't want it anymore, and being in the Navy doesn't have time to ride it!!

Having not seen the bike yet, i am wondering what sort of bargain i'm getting. He says it's a good un.

My plan is to ride it to a dealer and px it immediately for a bigger bike.

What i'll get/worth..? Dunno, certainly depends on it's condition.

[Stu 9-5]

As a TVR owner, flying the flag is obviously important to you.

Your 2k cash, plus maybe 2k for the 400rr would get you a very nice...


Triumph Daytona 955i

of any interest to you?

If the riding position is still too extreme, the Sprint RS or ST.

perhaps even a Speed Triple - excellent for protecting your license as 100+mph isn't sustainable for long.


Have a look around, these bikes are built for proper sized people. The dealerships are a bit hit and miss but most will give you a decent test ride, try that with your local Jap dealership.


You'll never know unless you give it a try. The 3 cylinder howl is addictive - you have been warned.

[waynester]

Your right about the noise...I think they sound great...sort of growly

Hmmm, now i'm really thinking

Just like to add that i haven't had this feeling of excitement/anticipation for bikes in years!! (maybe the break away did me good)

Can't wait to dig my gear out.

[tycho]

Stu 9-5 said:

As a TVR owner, flying the flag is obviously important to you. Your 2k cash, plus maybe 2k for the 400rr would get you a very nice... Triumph Daytona 955i of any interest to you? If the riding position is still too extreme, the Sprint RS or ST. perhaps even a Speed Triple - excellent for protecting your license as 100+mph isn't sustainable for long. Have a look around, these bikes are built for proper sized people. The dealerships are a bit hit and miss but most will give you a decent test ride, try that with your local Jap dealership. You'll never know unless you give it a try. The 3 cylinder howl is addictive - you have been warned.

I agree with this. I love my Speed Triple even if it is 9 years old.

[rsvmilly]

For a sportier bike with touring capacity I'd suggest the ZX9R as the best all-rounder. Or possibly the Thunderace.

Both of them can be had pretty cheaply.

[bikerkeith]

If the Sprint is too much for your back, try the Tiger. The styling is not everybody's cup of tea but it makes a great touring bike with the 955 motor.

[DennisTheMenace]

rsvmilly said:

For a sportier bike with touring capacity I'd suggest the ZX9R as the best all-rounder. Or possibly the Thunderace. Both of them can be had pretty cheaply.

The Thunderace isnt a bad bike , goes like the clappers when provoked , scared me shitless yesterday coming off a roundabout sideways though

Must get rid of those crappy metzlers (sp?)

I would go for a ZX9R , i like me kwacks i do

[blademan]

I've got a 1999 'Blade and I love it.
I bought it from DK 2 years ago, having test rode the following:-
VFR800Fi ( good but a bit heavy/not quick enough )
Thundercat ( under rated comfy 600 )
Thunderace ( fast but hard seat I thought )
1998 R1 ( more power than the 'balde but too frisky)
Firestorm ( good v twin ride but too many vibes )

What I like about it is that it is still fast enough for most ( although more power would'nt go amiss ), its quite comfy ( for a "sports" bike ),and it isn't too tiny ( like the new 04 bikes). Its dead easy to ride fast, but if touring, then maybe a blackbird would be better.