jermattak Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 ^Doh!If I had the choice between a KTM and the SXV I think it'd be a hard choice. the aprilias are notorious for all kinds of problems, busting top ends, electrical problems, spewing oil, they arent really meant for everyday street riding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Have you ridden the Hyper yet? If not' date=' that's why you don't like it. It is a sweet bike.[/quote']they are sweet, i would rather have a lighter bike like my ktm, even if it doesnt have as much power, the duc is air-cooled too, that was a turn off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Nah. I'm too much of a brand loyal hooker. I like both the KTM and Ape. I think the only one I don't seem to like is Ducati's Hypermotard. Haven't figured out why yet though.Ride it.You'll change your mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duc1098rdr Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 I rode a DRZ 400 once, not impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara_Rides Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 here ya go sara...http://www.cycletires.com/Innova/mxtires.htmlhttp://www.cycletires.com/gallery.htm These aren't as cool as the other ones...and no pink...but I'm loving the concept....wonder if it looks goofy on a bike? I'm (hopefully) getting a KLR250 (the teal and purple one) wonder if colored tires would like cool or dumb?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Have you ridden the Hyper yet? If not' date=' that's why you don't like it. It is a sweet bike.[/quote']Ride it.You'll change your mind.Hahaha, ok ok. If/when I ever start looking for a sumo I'll give the Duc a chance too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Just go to a Duc dealer and ask to ride one. They gots to have a demo on the floor. If they don't give DNA a call.. the next time you swing by they'll have one ready. NO!! I is broke and the last thing I need is a jones'in for another bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Now we can end it... that bike is from ohio! check out www.supermotojunkie.com for a shit ton of bikes for sale!!husky ktm and ape are awesome bikes, drz not so much. wish i coulda found a ktm jsut cuz u can put 6 speeds in them. but i couldnt so i got my honda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 so scratch the suzuki and look for ktm or honduh? they'll have some sort of "super moto" designation like, "SM" or something like that i'm guessing?i'm no baller, so i'm happy to start on a light, nimble bike that'll handle well with some street tires. recommendations on displacement? should 450cc be min if i'm planning on actually riding the highway for 90 miles to get to good roads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 holy crap, there are a lot of bikes for sale on that site. perusing as we speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 so scratch the suzuki and look for ktm or honduh? they'll have some sort of "super moto" designation like, "SM" or something like that i'm guessing?i'm no baller, so i'm happy to start on a light, nimble bike that'll handle well with some street tires. recommendations on displacement? should 450cc be min if i'm planning on actually riding the highway for 90 miles to get to good roads? with ktm, your only safe options for a reliable daily street tard..is the 625smc like mine, or the newer 690smc, the dukes are sick too, not really a real motard, but bad as hell, i would take a look at todds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd#43 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 recommendations on displacement? should 450cc be min if i'm planning on actually riding the highway for 90 miles to get to good roads?with ktm, your only safe options for a reliable daily street tard..is the 625smc like mine, or the newer 690smc, the dukes are sick too, not really a real motard, but bad as hell, i would take a look at todds90 miles on a 450 on the freeway would suck.If you're interested in a Duke II, let me know. I'll get some pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 SHIT!! If you're going to do it...why not DO IT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted May 28, 2009 Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 i love those smr 510's!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 i think sumo's only look sexy after riding bikes for a couple years.and they are certainly that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 i think sumo's only look sexy after riding bikes for a couple years.and they are certainly that. come down on sat and u can try mine! u'll fall in love instantly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted May 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 come down on sat and u can try mine! u'll fall in love instantly i actually really wanted to see you guys do your thing on those sexy roads, but I have to do family things that saturday.i'm gonna keep my eyes open on the sumo forum you gave me the link to. You weren't kidding when you said there are tons of bikes there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 i actually really wanted to see you guys do your thing on those sexy roads, but I have to do family things that saturday.i'm gonna keep my eyes open on the sumo forum you gave me the link to. You weren't kidding when you said there are tons of bikes there! ha just tell them somethign very very important popped up...good good any questions ask away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 Can motards be stiffened a lot for people that aren't lightweights like streetbikes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted May 29, 2009 Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 Can motards be stiffened a lot for people that aren't lightweights like streetbikes? yeah they can be just like sportbikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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