Time for a new bike

[Leshen]

I'm in the mood for a new bike. I've narrowed it down to three choices. Super duke 1290 R, Thruxton R and a XSR 900. Looks wise the Thruxton is my favouite, but I'm planning to give them all a test ride over the next few weeks/months.

If anybody owns one of the above, what do you think of them? what sort of tank range they have, what are they like around town and what their build quality is like.

Thinking of buying secong hand rather than new ( put off by the keyless ignition on the 2017 Super Duke ). Have also toyed with the idea of a speed triple R or S as they're are a few low mile bikes going for 9 to ten-ish thousand.

[Leshen]

I have a z1000sx at the mo, so long and lazy is not really a problem. Just looking for something that's a bit different and fun.

As for the street triple, I've ridden one and a mate owns one. Not what I'm looking for, but a damn fine bike all the same. My friends had his for five years and never had a problem with it.

[Leshen]

Thanks for the replies. I'll get some test rides booked in over the coming months, The bikes on my wanted list all tempted me for different reasons. None may be a perfect fit for me, but seem like they will at least be fun.

[Leshen]

nyxster said:

Super Duke R

https://youtu.be/QUCZCdkbvMk

nuff said.

That would be fun for a day, but seriously that's way to loud.

Tempting though.