Pokey Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Adventure bikes have always had dirt bike style front fenders rather than fork-mounted fenders. The Big bad ass DR800 was the inspiration for the beak. And many of the ADV bikes do in fact have a beak, I for one like the look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 Adventure bikes have always had dirt bike style front fenders rather than fork-mounted fenders.Adventure bikes almost always have a fork mounted fender. Many also have a beak, mainly for styling.My VSTROM 650 does NOT have a beak and while it's still ugly I think it looks better than that new 1000.Vstroms out sell most of the others because they are much cheaper and available at more dealers than Triumph, KTM or Duc.CraigSent from my KFTT using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I dig it , but I like ugly bikes too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 The Big bad ass DR800 was the inspiration for the beak. And many of the ADV bikes do in fact have a beak, I for one like the look.:drool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I like it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 25, 2013 Report Share Posted September 25, 2013 I like the displacement size and bike weight of the vstrom 650. To me, 500 lbs is all I want to throw around in all but super slab cruising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 :drool: Yeah no shit buddy, would love to have that BEAST! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 I like the displacement size and bike weight of the vstrom 650. To me, 500 lbs is all I want to throw around in all but super slab cruising. This new 1000 is in that ballpark with allot more hp, weighs allot less than that pirate ship you ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 This new 1000 is in that ballpark with allot more hp, weighs allot less than that pirate ship you ride. I do totally agree with the comparison to my 640-lb V-Star 1100, though it'd be hard to beat mine in long-distance comfort. On the other hand, my self-restored '85 Honda CB700SC is fun as hell at 500 lbs wet, 80 HP and a 10,750 rpm red-line, but my neck and back don't like it after a couple hours. It would be nice to squish both bikes into one. i.e. Own a bike that's lovely on long, relaxed country and highway rides, even the occasional 2-up weekend trip, yet is throwable and sporty like my CB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 I do totally agree with the comparison to my 640-lb V-Star 1100, though it'd be hard to beat mine in long-distance comfort. On the other hand, my self-restored '85 Honda CB700SC is fun as hell at 500 lbs wet, 80 HP and a 10,750 rpm red-line, but my neck and back don't like it after a couple hours. It would be nice to squish both bikes into one. i.e. Own a bike that's lovely on long, relaxed country and highway rides, even the occasional 2-up weekend trip, yet is throwable and sporty like my CB. The Stroms are the most comfortable bikes I have ever been on, and I have been on quite a few bikes. I love the neutral riding position, and I can easily put forward pegs on my crash bars so I can stretch out when needed. I like that there are just SO MANY accessories available for them, tailoring them to your comfort level is practically endless. A great saddle and a better handlebar transforms the bike immensely, I also like that if mine were to fall over, I just pick it up and go on my way. I avoid the slab like the plague, but the 1000 especially eats miles upon miles on the slab at brisk sport touring speeds. A trip to Maine proved just how comfortable and flexible the Vstroms are, we explored ALLOT of places I would never dream going on most road bikes, and they are fabulous on rough pavement and crap roads. Yeah I obviously am a fan, I am on my 2nd one in 8 years. This new 1000 is gonna be a big hit for them "again" and the improved gas mileage they are toting is gonna be a class leader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Ok I'm intrigued :-). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 I do totally agree with the comparison to my 640-lb V-Star 1100, though it'd be hard to beat mine in long-distance comfort. On the other hand, my self-restored '85 Honda CB700SC is fun as hell at 500 lbs wet, 80 HP and a 10,750 rpm red-line, but my neck and back don't like it after a couple hours. It would be nice to squish both bikes into one. i.e. Own a bike that's lovely on long, relaxed country and highway rides, even the occasional 2-up weekend trip, yet is throwable and sporty like my CB. 1st gen FZ1 my friend. nice standard seating position. 136 rwhp on tap. Complimentary giggles when you hit 7k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 1st gen FZ1 my friend. nice standard seating position. 136 rwhp on tap. Complimentary giggles when you hit 7k Or a second gen or a Z1000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Look at you guys and your fancy Japanese bikes. Yup, we don't work on them much either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Yup, we don't work on them much either. Unless we're performing mandatory 100,000 mile maintenance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 26, 2013 Report Share Posted September 26, 2013 Fz1 or V-storm. Hmm, may need to try a few on sometime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I sat on a few at IP yesterday and I must be short. All the V-Stroms felt too big/tall. An FZ6 felt right though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I sat on a few at IP yesterday and I must be short. All the V-Stroms felt too big/tall. An FZ6 felt right though. No need to flatfoot if that is your concern, so many riders feel the need to be able to do that. Many Strom owners are in fact too short for the bike, and lowering that bike ruins it "but they still do it". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 No need to flatfoot if that is your concern, so many riders feel the need to be able to do that. Many Strom owners are in fact too short for the bike, and lowering that bike ruins it "but they still do it".You may be right - I've tended to overemphasize flat-footedness in the past but it really does make me more confident in the city, at least while I'm initially getting used to a bike. My CB700S almost flat-foots and its fine. I think the other part is that the Wee still seems to handle a lot bigger at a stop than the FZ6. I want to love the Wee, so maybe I just need to keep trying more on and comparing. Looks like the Wee would be easier on a passenger than the FZ6...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I'd love to try on some BMWs too - who in Columbus has inventory? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 You just need longer legs ADV bikes are a little tall to accommodate the suspension. Which is why as a taller rider I like them. If you prefer something a little closer to the ground then the related naked bikes like the en650r, sv650 or fz6r are great options. phat fingered from my phone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 You just need longer legs Yea but nobody in Columbus carries them. Ok, I'll add the other bikes to my gander, thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 I'd love to try on some BMWs too - who in Columbus has inventory? Motohio and Ohio Motorcycle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smccrory Posted September 29, 2013 Report Share Posted September 29, 2013 Motohio and Ohio Motorcycle.Annnd they're both closed today, so I guess I'll just look at motorcycle porn online in the meanwhile... :-DComplicating things, I took my GF on a nice country ride with the VStar 1100 to Lynd's Farm yesterday. It's such a cozy, no-drama bike - we both really like it, but she gets my thought process of maybe consolidating needs into one sport-tourer. Now's a good time to buy, too, but not so much to sell or trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revelstoker Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 First, Ducati. Now, Suzuki. Anybody else want to rip off BMW?Don't forget Honda. I just don't get the beak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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