Please advise me on what bike to buy.

[hiro]

How about a GSX-S1000Z? I'm guessing it's in a totally wrong category.

[jschaf]

Thanks but no thanks. What my aim is is to replace my 08 CBR1000RR with a new bike that has similar performance capabilities but has ergos that better suit my soon to be 59 year old body. Also I'm looking for a change from the monotony of Japanese I4s as well.

[hiro]

7 minutes ago, jschaf said:

Thanks but no thanks. What my aim is is to replace my 08 CBR1000RR with a new bike that has similar performance capabilities but has ergos that better suit my soon to be 59 year old body. Also I'm looking for a change from the monotony of Japanese I4s as well.

That explains the dilemma. So, a powerful twin or triple with handlebars? But it could be Japanese still? What about something custom?

Maybe totally jump ship and get an electric! An electric H-D even! (Running away, fearing for my life!)

Edited July 21, 2017 by hiro

[jschaf]

I think I've decided. Distraction & hesitation was the problem.

[NinjaDoc]

ktm super duke it is  

[hiro]

27 minutes ago, NinjaDoc said:

ktm super duke it is  

It does seem to meet all the requirements.  Sounds like something I'd be afraid to have in gear, so, perfect! And now the orange helmet comes into play? haha

Edited July 21, 2017 by hiro

[hiro]

One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little.

[Bubba]

7 minutes ago, hiro said:

One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little.

You mean because you can't get low enough with standard bars and an upright riding position?

[hiro]

23 minutes ago, Bubba said:

You mean because you can't get low enough with standard bars and an upright riding position?

Yeah, I don't even know. heh Here's a stock vs modded Super Duke review. They didn't change anything about the riding position.  http://www.visordown.com/features/road-tests/first-rides/track-review-ktm-1290-super-duke-r

Edited July 22, 2017 by hiro

[jschaf]

Will do!

[hiro]

Another reason to get a non-Japanese bike. https://flipboard.com/@flipboard/-motorcycle-thefts-rise-nationwide--agai/f-20b6f2b4e1%2Flatimes.com

[NinjaDoc]

3 hours ago, hiro said:

Another reason to get a non-Japanese bike. https://flipboard.com/@flipboard/-motorcycle-thefts-rise-nationwide--agai/f-20b6f2b4e1%2Flatimes.com

Simply a lot more of them to be stolen easily, as they are outdoors getting ridden, the euro brands are either in showroom or back at the repair shop. Harley's are safe in heated garage or enclosed trailers. 

[EOdesmo]

10 hours ago, Isaac's Papa said:

Doesn't @EOdesmo have a Super Duke? 

Yes.  A 990R

Is there a 1290R in jschaf's future?  :-)

[jschaf]

3 minutes ago, EOdesmo said:

Yes.  A 990R

Is there a 1290R in jschaf's future? :)

Yes indeed.  Any words of wisdom on the subject?

[CBBaron]

11 hours ago, hiro said:

One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little.

It worked well enough on the Pikes Peak hill climb record.

 

 

Edited July 22, 2017 by CBBaron

[EOdesmo]

35 minutes ago, jschaf said:

Yes indeed.  Any words of wisdom on the subject?

Lots of information to be had on superduke.net.  The performance of the 1290 is even better than my 990R which should really put a smile on your face.  

[hiro]

7 hours ago, NinjaDoc said:

Simply a lot more of them to be stolen easily, as they are outdoors getting ridden, the euro brands are either in showroom or back at the repair shop. Harley's are safe in heated garage or enclosed trailers. 

Ah, right. I don't think they covered the percentage of each brand being stolen. Triumph isn't on their short list.

[jschaf]

Experiencing availability problems.  Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016.  I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018.  Damn.

[Tonik]

Find one and fly and buy....picking a dealer that is located in such a way that you have an awesome ride home.

[JustinNck1]

1 hour ago, jschaf said:

Experiencing availability problems.  Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016.  I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018.  Damn.

My local dealer has a leftover 2015.

http://www.hometownhonda.com/default.asp?page=xInventoryDetail&id=3215986&p=2&make=ktm&s=Year&d=D&vt=motorcycle %2F scooter&fr=xAllInventory

 

Edit: nevermind, I just reread your comment. No 2017s...

Edited July 23, 2017 by JustinNck1

[Tpoppa]

Because of this thread, I'm going to demo a 765cc Triple RS.

[NinjaDoc]

1 hour ago, jschaf said:

Experiencing availability problems.  Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016.  I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018.  Damn.

Worth it, Good call going full bang and not half heartedly and ending up with cheaper left over. The electronic support / better fully adjustable front end / and lower and wider bars might just be the key to trach stardom. From the reviews the engine has been better tamed but with more powaaaaaa 

Edited July 23, 2017 by NinjaDoc

[jschaf]

12 minutes ago, Tpoppa said:

Because of this thread, I'm going to demo a 765cc Triple RS.

Looks like a fun bike but as UP said:  I need those extra ponies.

[Ryan_c_F]

Buy my 2005 FZ1
 

31k, full Givi 3 bag setup, Pauly was doing the work on it until I moved down to Columbus.

I'll be putting a steering head bearing and new brake pads on it this offseason; doesn't need anything other than a hard wash.

[Ryan_c_F]

Just saw the buried "electronics and horsepower" comment lol.

145 is almost there...