ChevyMan1972 Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Crucial Conflict Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 1st: Zuki 03/04/05'GSXR1000 2nd: 04/05'Honda 1000rr 3rd Zuki GSXR750 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimvr4 Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 buy a 01zx9r see zx9r for sale thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Man of Steele Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 yah that 9r wouldn't be a bad buy, if you go new go with a 10r Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaTS1200 Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owndjoo Posted July 15, 2005 Report Share Posted July 15, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boost-n-Juice Posted July 16, 2005 Report Share Posted July 16, 2005 He sounds more like a Bandit 1200 type of guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted July 16, 2005 Report Share Posted July 16, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrEvil3264 Posted July 16, 2005 Report Share Posted July 16, 2005 ZRX1200 is good if you like the retro look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyMan1972 Posted July 17, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemosley01 Posted July 18, 2005 Report Share Posted July 18, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyMan1972 Posted July 21, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrEvil3264 Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88lx5oh Posted July 21, 2005 Report Share Posted July 21, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted July 22, 2005 Report Share Posted July 22, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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