Yet another ‘what bike’
Discussion
I’m looking for what will probably be my last bike.
I’m getting rid of my ZZR 1100 as it hasn’t turned a wheel in 2 years, due to house buying, lack of time etc but also due to the fact it’s kept round the back of my house and it’s a big heavy bugger to get out. It’s easier just to jump in the car.
I need something not quite as heavy, a decent turn of speed and has a good pillion seat.
I don’t need anything you need a set of steps to get on as my wife is no longer as fit as she used to be.
Budget is 4-5 k max as I’m not sure how much use it will get. I’m retiring in March so hopefully a bit more than the ZZR.
I was thinking k1300s or similar but all ideas would be welcome.
Drawweight said:
I’m looking for what will probably be my last bike.
I’m getting rid of my ZZR 1100 as it hasn’t turned a wheel in 2 years, due to house buying, lack of time etc but also due to the fact it’s kept round the back of my house and it’s a big heavy bugger to get out. It’s easier just to jump in the car.
I need something not quite as heavy, a decent turn of speed and has a good pillion seat.
I don’t need anything you need a set of steps to get on as my wife is no longer as fit as she used to be.
Budget is 4-5 k max as I’m not sure how much use it will get. I’m retiring in March so hopefully a bit more than the ZZR.
I was thinking k1300s or similar but all ideas would be welcome.
If you do land on a k1300s let me know; I've been planning to advertise mine but haven't got around to it. I’m getting rid of my ZZR 1100 as it hasn’t turned a wheel in 2 years, due to house buying, lack of time etc but also due to the fact it’s kept round the back of my house and it’s a big heavy bugger to get out. It’s easier just to jump in the car.
I need something not quite as heavy, a decent turn of speed and has a good pillion seat.
I don’t need anything you need a set of steps to get on as my wife is no longer as fit as she used to be.
Budget is 4-5 k max as I’m not sure how much use it will get. I’m retiring in March so hopefully a bit more than the ZZR.
I was thinking k1300s or similar but all ideas would be welcome.
Lee540 said:
ZZR1100 and K1300S probably weigh about the same.. BMW may even be a bit heavier.
Good point I hadn’t checked up on. I did find a handy site where you can compare the specs of bikes (although they are American model ) https://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcyclespecshan...And the BMW is only a few pounds lighter. That’s a pity as I had a hankering for one.
Drawweight said:
Lee540 said:
ZZR1100 and K1300S probably weigh about the same.. BMW may even be a bit heavier.
Good point I hadn’t checked up on. I did find a handy site where you can compare the specs of bikes (although they are American model ) https://www.totalmotorcycle.com/motorcyclespecshan...And the BMW is only a few pounds lighter. That’s a pity as I had a hankering for one.
Why not go for something a little smaller and lighter. I retired 2 years ago and have a 675 Street triple R. Does everything i want with modern traffic density, plod, speed cameras etc. I also keep it round the back of the house in a workshop and its manageable enough to wriggle through a standard width door without causing any fuss.
Do you want/need a 1000cc plus bike?
I used to have a versus 650 and it was great for taking the missus out on, I think a 650 V Strom would be even better, they are physically quite big but quite light and easy to handle.
What about a 1st gen Z1000SX? They should be in budget, they are lighter than a ZZR11 by about 20kgs, I'm following the trend of recommending my own bike but they are really good all rounders and take a pillion with ease.
I used to have a versus 650 and it was great for taking the missus out on, I think a 650 V Strom would be even better, they are physically quite big but quite light and easy to handle.
What about a 1st gen Z1000SX? They should be in budget, they are lighter than a ZZR11 by about 20kgs, I'm following the trend of recommending my own bike but they are really good all rounders and take a pillion with ease.
Jazoli said:
Do you want/need a 1000cc plus bike?
Want and need are completely different things when it comes to buying a new bike .
I used to have a versus 650 and it was great for taking the missus out on, I think a 650 V Strom would be even better, they are physically quite big but quite light and easy to handle.
What about a 1st gen Z1000SX? They should be in budget, they are lighter than a ZZR11 by about 20kgs, I'm following the trend of recommending my own bike but they are really good all rounders and take a pillion with ease.
The Z1000SX looks promising too.Want and need are completely different things when it comes to buying a new bike .
I used to have a versus 650 and it was great for taking the missus out on, I think a 650 V Strom would be even better, they are physically quite big but quite light and easy to handle.
What about a 1st gen Z1000SX? They should be in budget, they are lighter than a ZZR11 by about 20kgs, I'm following the trend of recommending my own bike but they are really good all rounders and take a pillion with ease.
This is going to be a nightmare..it takes me long enough to choose a flavour of ice cream!!
bluezedd said:
Is it definitely the bike, or do the brakes need attention? The tokico 4 pots (and now the 6 pots) were prone to causing trouble. I know the 1100 is quite heavy, but found the low seat height really helped with moving it about.
To be honest as well as being a big heavy lump I just fancy a change.The ZZR is going to need a service, the brake light isn’t working (wiring fault) it needs a rear tyre and a lot of tlc which I can’t get enthusiastic about. And even then it will be a 20 year old bike worth bugger all.
Hence the search for a decent sports/ tourer.
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