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  1. Helmutt
    = NO 2up
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    I'm going to keep riding basically as I do now, just at a bit slower pace and with longer distance options. Some sporty riding now and then, but not dragging knees all day or stupid fast riding anymore. I'm expecting my next bike to slow me down a bit but take me further. I'm done with monsterous HP and needing to fill up every 150 miles or so.
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    My wife surely has me pegged. I reached a moment of clarity in my bike search. All the electronics aren't equating to be as much of a need as I'd thought them to be, at least at this point in my life. My compulsive nature to research and learn all I can about the bikes I considered has bought me enough time to finally come back down to Earth. She would've supported me in virtually any purchase I'd want, but the $20k+ pricetags kept my eyes to the internet trying to ensure I wasn't making a gravely expensive mistake....and that seems to have paid off in the long run. I'm going to check out a near new condition 2011 Triumph Sprint GT tomorrow or Tuesday. Since resetting my WANTS vs NEEDS in a bike, I think I've found all that I'm after in the sporty triple tourer. The triple is said to be the perfect mate between twin torque and inline power. 1050cc has plenty, the mileage isn't hateful, seating position is on par with what I'm after, the luggage is of high quality and bigger than most other bikes, instrumentation is more than adequate and shows me all I need, the only missing piece is cruise - but throttle locks are abundant and cheap enough. They are sort of a rarety compared to other bikes so there's not a ton of aftermarket availability here in the states. Not a bad thing, it will keep me from getting too farkle happy. I skimmed right past these in my initial searches because they closed the market on them here years ago, and I was so hung up on a new bike. But now that my brain is thinking on a practical playing field again, I believe I can enjoy one of these for years to come. I'll post up my findings after I get my eyes and ass on this thing, but I can imagine a deal being struck on it...depending on the dealer's willingness to play ball
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    Cool idea. Surprised I've not seen anyone else do this before. Handy in the case you'd need some good chord while deep woodsin' your Tundra
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    I'd love to hit Herrin's compound with my SMC someday, but not nearly that soon. Looks like a hoot though. The mini league youtube vids look like crazy fun
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    Did you check the loomed harness around the steering head and under tank connection like vf1000 rec'd? Sounds like you have a short or bad connectivity somewhere and may have progressively worsened. Electrical issues can be a bitch, but at least it's the end of the season instead of mid summer
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    That's a pretty sweet deal for those with trackbikes. You could always get 2 setups and sell off one at a sizey discount and earn yourself close to a free body kit.
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    I'm afraid a test ride would take me to a point of no return. I'm getting something tourer'ish but a couple hundy lighter. But the K16 is probably inevitable for me at some point over all other bikes
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    I looked long and hard at getting one of these, but I'm just not ready for that much bike yet. Nothing but good things about these bikes, and your price is on par in the market. A real beauty, and tastefully farkled. I've heard those Remus really sweeten the tone of that beasty I-6. GLWS
  10. Helmutt
    650 v-twins are a good, manageable, upgrade from small parallels. And they're powerful enough to keep you satisfied for quite a while. Just depends on the platform you want to go to ( sport, cruiser, adventure ).
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    I'm understanding better now. I thought Tonik was arguing that the exhaust was cooking the caliper, but it's actually the catalytic underneath baking the brake fluid in the LINE. Right? Or is it at the reservoir? Either way, there's not a way to possibly shield the line/reservoir that may help? I've read guys on the duc forum changing out the fluid for better stuff helps as well.
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    I get your reasoning. But you've got to admit, the Multi has a considerable advantage in the suspension and electronics dept over most anything japanese. And yes, the 160hp will be used - maybe less frequently, but used all the same. I've pinned my higher HP ninja multiple times on the road, and even more on the track, but it had plenty more gear than I was willing to spin. I love the power of the ZX14, and it's got the longest legs I've ever seen from a bike, but I dont need to bust 150mph in 4th gear anymore. It's just silly fast, and I'm not using half of what that bike can do most days. The Duc's power isn't a need, it's a want - but if it's there, I'll use it from time to time. Sort of like cruise control, I wont use but every now and then - but it's there waiting. I honestly just cant see a Vstrom performing for me on the track like a Multi can. I'm not saying it's NOT a sport tourer, and isn't as capable as other bikes in it's class, just isn't on the list of what I want from my next bike. Money aside, I'd much rather have something that satisfies all that I want right out of it's crate. Especially since I'm keeping the next bike for a long time.
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    Not saying you dont man, but the exhaust on the '15 is high mounted on the right side, the rear brake is mounted low and left of the wheel. So...??? Isaacs Papa said it right, a good bleeding cures the majority of it. Most guys were swapping out the factory fluid with a specific Motul branded fluid too. Apparently the factory fluid would darken up fairly quickly
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    If the exhaust is cooking the rear brake, you're either damn near parked or the pipe's been rerouted directly at the rear brake
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    From what I gather, it's the transmission saving the GS from the same complaints some of the RS guys are having. I dont think the GS has enough sport for me. It's primarily an adv tourer and not so much of a sport tourer
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    I believe ABS is standard on all versions of the 15 Multi. If not, the S is and that's what I'm after. I'd seen something about the rear brakes, but honestly it doesn't matter much to me unless I go offroad. I still have the OEM rear pads on my ZX14, at over 24k, and they still have a ton of life left in them. I'm a front brake all day kinda guy unless I get into trouble
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    Thanks man, but if I go Multi I'll likely go with the '15. The DVT, cruise, and new beak are a few of the key benefits that's enticed me over pre-15's
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    I climbed on a Multi at IronPony just Saturday, and used the very same tactic I posted above. Worked like a charm, although there was no trunk on top either.
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    With your long scrawny stems I figured you could swing a leg over. Either which way, I'll surely be putting some 3M appliques on the bags to keep boot strikes from dicking up the finish
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    Grab the bike by the handlebars, pull the front brake tight, lean forward ( nuts to the tank forward ) as you lift your right leg up and bend at the knee before swinging it over the seat. It isn't as difficult as Bruce Lee'ing your leg out straight over the seat and hopping your ass towards the bike. I doubt I'll get a top box for a while though. And Bad, you may just be short enough that technique wouldn't work
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    With luggage on the bike I have stick my right leg straight out and swing it over everything before I plant my ass. Always mounted my Ninja the same way to keep from scuffing the solo cowl or tail section
  22. Helmutt
    I'm barely 6ft. 33" inseam so my pants are either too short or long
  23. Helmutt
    My fat ass can get on and off it just fine. And with the adjustable seat height, surely yours could too
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    I hear ya, and this bike was my SECOND choice. I definitely want a gourmet motorcycle ( ie German, Italian, something other than Japanese ) AND a new bike for the first time - so I may as well knock out both of those bucket list items at once, right? Really want the S model in white
  25. Helmutt
    You will NOT sway my decision with your asshatery ( which contains both ass and hate, just for you )
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