So what do I ride next for a Motorcycle?

Sherardp
Sherardp Posts: 8,038
edited September 2009 in The Clubhouse
I sold my MV Agusta(motorcycle) today and not sure what the heck the next step is. Got a fairly good chunk of change, just confused as all hell on my next move. My MV was an 06, and only had 3500 miles on it, but I sold it as I was ready for change. Not sure if I want a custom chopper, go back to 09 R1, a new 09 Suzuki GXSR1000, or a 09 Kawi Ninja ZX10R. I'm even considering a Ducati Desmosedici if I can find one for a great price. What you guys think? Any suggestions on cruisers/crotch rockets?
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    After going to crotch rockets I have found it near impossible to go back to crusiers, and dont think I could ever get into a chopper, they look sweet but go ride one and you will see, after your Agusta a chopper will be like a tank. Being a Honda man I would look at the CBR1000RR, But you cant go wrong with the GSXR1000 either. The Ducati would be great but remember the RR puts out over 200 hp.
    You will have to ride some and see what you like, but I have to ask why did you sell your Agusta?
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,780
    edited March 2009
    The Ducati would be great but remember the RR puts out over 200 hp.

    200hp? Honda only claims 178 at the crank, motorcycle mags have tested it at 156hp at the rear wheel. Where did you get that number, make it up?
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    WilliamM2 wrote: »
    200hp? Honda only claims 178 at the crank, motorcycle mags have tested it at 156hp at the rear wheel. Where did you get that number, make it up?

    No the Ducati DesmosediciRR 989 is 205 BHP @1350 rpm (race exhaust)

    http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.diseno-art.com/images/Ducati-Desmosedici-RR-front.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.diseno-art.com/encyclopedia/vehicles/road/bikes/Ducati_Desmosedici_RR.html&h=274&w=312&sz=46&tbnid=BoQMyHLwDsV3eM::&tbnh=103&tbnw=117&prev=/images%3Fq%3DDucati%2BDesmosedici&usg=__1UeJBKoU5uYYO1an52F09-qYDWE=&ei=kfLESZG-LJnvnQe93M2DDQ&sa=X&oi=image_result&resnum=4&ct=image&cd=1
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    that one might be rater expensive and unpractical being the engine is toast after 400 miles and they only make one a day, maybe should not post till I have had my coffee?:eek:
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    zarrdoss wrote: »
    that one might be rater expensive and unpractical being the engine is toast after 400 miles and they only make one a day, maybe should not post till I have had my coffee?:eek:

    ok scratch that, the one thats toast after 400 miles is the race version the Moto GP, "Looks like I picked the wrong week to quit sniffing glue". But seriously would give the Honda CBR1000RR a look:D
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,780
    edited March 2009
    zarrdoss wrote: »
    No the Ducati DesmosediciRR 989 is 205 BHP @1350 rpm (race exhaust)

    Sorry, thought you were referring to the Honda 1000RR. Haven't really checked out the Ducati's, too much maintenance.
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited March 2009
    NOT a motorcycle guru, but if you want a cruiser with balls, the only 2 that come to mind, are the Suzuki M109R2, and the Kawasaki 1600 Mean Streak*

    *2008 last production year,:o
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2009
    The desmo goes for 75k new, I was looking to spend maybe 40 at best. The reason I sold the MV was more a power move. I took into consideration, current value, yr of the bike, etc. I fortunate to get nearly 20k back out of it. So I'm thinking 09 R1 or GSXR1000R. I saw the new CBR and they seem just a tad too compact for me. I'm 6'4 so I need something just a tad bigger.
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  • 66chevyIISS
    66chevyIISS Posts: 857
    edited March 2009
    This!

    pink-vespa.jpg

    after mods this could be you! lol

    vespa-powersport.jpg
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    Im 5-11 and my honda cbr900 rr is a bit snug for me and sure the 1000 is probably about the same, well you might look at what feels most comfortable and mght consider changing bars if you get another crotch rocket. One crusier you may consider is the Honda VTX 1800 if I ever got out of crotch rockets I would get one of these. An old friend of mine (rode and was a certified Harley tech) got one years ago and has never looked back. I know how it feels to be without a bike, espically this time of year, but would take your time and really find what works for you.

    http://powersports.honda.com/2008/vtx1800f.aspx
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited March 2009
    What else is there after an Agusta?...LOL Beautiful bike.
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    66chevyIISS wrote: »
    This!

    pink-vespa.jpg

    after mods this could be you! lol

    vespa-powersport.jpg

    We might all be on these soon!
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited March 2009
    In my opinion (from a non-motorcycle guy, I must admit), after an Augusta the only logical choice is a Ducati.

    And now I'll commence behaving like I do with my friend when he's rebuilding an engine and I'm trying to persuade him to buy a new cam for it:
    do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it do it
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  • LessisNevermore
    LessisNevermore Posts: 1,519
    edited March 2009
    BHC3LS3_1.jpg

    Real horsepower.:eek:
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  • renowilliams
    renowilliams Posts: 920
    edited March 2009
    Guys


    I must be getting old, because I want one of these



    http://www.indianmotorcycle.com/TheMotorcycles1/ChiefDeluxe/ChiefDeluxeFeatures/tabid/155/Default.aspx



    I do get the love of the crotch rockets though.
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2009
    steveinaz wrote: »
    What else is there after an Agusta?...LOL Beautiful bike.

    The newer MV is gorgeous but I'll have to dump more money back into, few upgrades from the 06. I think the Desmo RR, screams "Go faster!!" I really really want it, just not sure about prices, 75K is a ton of cash for a bike. :eek:
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  • wizzy
    wizzy Posts: 867
    edited March 2009
    How about one of these?

    MOTORCYCLE_LINCON_V12.jpg
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  • zarrdoss
    zarrdoss Posts: 2,562
    edited March 2009
    You might consider this http://www.apriliausa.com/modelli/road/modello.asp?id=107 there is a guy that track races these and swears by it and they look sweet

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  • doggie750
    doggie750 Posts: 1,160
    edited March 2009
    http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2009models/2009-BMW-S1000RR.htm

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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2009
    That BMW looks insane, have never seen that before.
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited March 2009
    Wow, I must admit, the Aprilia and the BMW both look pretty nice.

    Looking at BMW's website (their site for bikes stinks), I'm surprised at how reasonably they seem to be priced. However, the S1000RR isn't listed. But the 1300R makes 175hp and 10xlb-ft (forgot exactly)...but it weights 560pounds!
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    Jstas wrote: »
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2009
    audiobliss wrote: »
    Wow, I must admit, the Aprilia and the BMW both look pretty nice.

    Looking at BMW's website (their site for bikes stinks), I'm surprised at how reasonably they seem to be priced. However, the S1000RR isn't listed. But the 1300R makes 175hp and 10xlb-ft (forgot exactly)...but it weights 560pounds!

    I found this at cycle world, pricing should be in the 20-25k neighborhood. Looks very nice, only 1000 being built for the road though

    http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_id=676
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  • audiobliss
    audiobliss Posts: 12,518
    edited March 2009
    Sherardp wrote: »
    I found this at cycle world, pricing should be in the 20-25k neighborhood. Looks very nice, only 1000 being built for the road though

    http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_id=676

    I think one of them is calling out for you to buy it!!
    George Grand wrote: »
    Jstas wrote: »
    Simple question. If you had a cool million bucks, what would you do with it?
    Wonder WTF happened to the rest of my money.
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  • doggie750
    doggie750 Posts: 1,160
    edited March 2009
    Sherardp wrote: »
    I found this at cycle world, pricing should be in the 20-25k neighborhood. Looks very nice, only 1000 being built for the road though

    http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=3&article_id=676
    audiobliss wrote: »
    I think one of them is calling out for you to buy it!!

    DOGGIE750 HAS WON! BMW = SHERARDP
    per article, unsure what mag, it should be cheaper than the euro counterparts.
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited March 2009
    the apprilia is very nice...

    I would go with the upper end Ducati`s if i were looking at that type of scoot....
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,815
    edited March 2009
    You've done the **** bikes, you've done the Italian bikes,...
    Ever thought about trying the Brit bikes? Triumph makes some pretty sweet rides these days. Their triples seem to make a great compromise between V-twin grunt and I-4 scream.
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  • jflail2
    jflail2 Posts: 2,868
    edited March 2009
    Judging from your past posts in regards to the equipment/vehicles you enjoy, I'd say the fastest, most expensive bike on the market :eek:
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  • xsmi
    xsmi Posts: 1,798
    edited March 2009
    I am a Ducati man myself and if I ever ride that's my bike... What about the 1198S? only $22000
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  • Sherardp
    Sherardp Posts: 8,038
    edited March 2009
    Im going to see if I can get the Desmosedici.
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  • exalted512
    exalted512 Posts: 10,735
    edited March 2009
    Maybe I'm the only one that thinks that BMW bike looks horrible. I dont want my bike with fish gills.

    Out of all the 09 liter bikes, the honda is supposed to be rated the best. Triumph's stuff this year isnt anything to write home about.

    I think you should get the desmo...and then when youre tired of it, you can do an even trade for my 09 zx6r :)
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