What bike to buy?

[ChevyMan1972]

Cols racing,

 

 

I have always wanted a nice street bike, and have some exp. riding, what would be a good platform to buy from?

 

Im interested in something kind of fast, sleek and nice to ride. Does anyone think that these choices are any good? I am 6 foot 2 about 255lbs so im thinking a 600 would be to small?

 

1. 1995-2005 Honda VFR 750-800.

2. Suzuki TL1000R (becuase I like the sound and tourque).

3. Triumph Daytona 995i.

4. Honda Superhawk 1000.

5. Yamaha R1 about 2000-2002.

 

Im trying not to spend over 10k on this bike and also from time to time put my GF. on the back.

 

Any input or advice on these bikes, for me I would love to hear everyone's comments!

 

Thanks,

Daniel Weaver

[Guest Crucial Conflict]

1st: Zuki 03/04/05'GSXR1000 2nd: 04/05'Honda 1000rr 3rd Zuki GSXR750

[jimvr4]

buy a 01zx9r see zx9r for sale thread

[The Man of Steele]

yah that 9r wouldn't be a bad buy, if you go new go with a 10r

[Got-Boost?]

Are you guys kidding....?

 

He's 255lbs. and wants to ride with a passenger. 600's and liter bikes are out unless you only plan on riding about 20-miles at a time. I would rather be comfortable than look cool on the latest and greatest thing.

 

1, 3, and 4 are good choices but you might want something with better torque for your weight and potential passenger.

 

I would look at a CBR1100XX, ZZR-1200, FJR1300, or something along those lines. You might get away with a liter bike but you are going to feel cramped.

 

Stay away from the TL1000R they suck and you will hate it. The R1 would be a fun bike but you might feel like your on a moped with how small it is like other liter bikes.

 

The ZX-9R might be perfect for you but I would def go sit on one and see if you can ride it to test the comfort. Depending on your build, it could be perfect or just a tad uncomfortable.

[MaTS1200]

The ZZR-1200 would be a great bike for you. It's comfortable enough to take on long rides and has plenty of torque for a guy your size. I have a Triumph Sprint ST 955 and I love it. The bike has good torque and handles great.

[owndjoo]

if you want sportbike, the RC51 is nice, has the displacement and the vtwin torque you'd want, but i'm not sure on the comfort. i'd say go with a SV1000. V-twin, comfy, liter bike and not too cramped, plus the clip ons and rearsets arent as aggressive as the ss bikes.

[Boost-n-Juice]

He sounds more like a Bandit 1200 type of guy.

[Got-Boost?]

SV-1000 would be a great bike, I forgot about that. It's pretty much the bandit replacement so it is a lot more refined IMO.

[DrEvil3264]

ZRX1200 is good if you like the retro look

[ChevyMan1972]

Well I have looked at a couple bikes this weekend and from what I think so far the Honda VFR 800 seems to be the way to go! Its a sweet ride, single swingarm the power from the looks, so far is what im lookin for, plus when I sat on it....it felt like a cruzer for sure. So thanks for everyones input

 

 

Dan

[lemosley01]

Originally posted by Got-Busa?:

SV-1000 would be a great bike, I forgot about that. It's pretty much the bandit replacement so it is a lot more refined IMO.

+1. If I were able to afford a second bike, this would probably be it.

 

You might look at the Zx-12R as well.

[ChevyMan1972]

Ok I saw an RC51 1000R today....well heard it commin up beside me and I was like OMFG that bike sounds freakin awesome!!! Anyone know about these? Are they worth buying?

 

 

Dan

[DrEvil3264]

I know the RC51 is a V twin, a lot of midrange and very torquey. Ive never ridden one, but have only heard good things about them.

[88lx5oh]

rc51 are pimp bikes... its a sport bike champ.. tons of torque great handling bike, a smooth ride, but still a more aggressive riding position. but they are one fun bike.

[Got-Boost?]

I would look at the previously mentioned bikes before the RC51. It's more of a track bike and won't be nearly as comfy or well suited to you as something like the VFR800.