Motorcycles:
 

Any other motorcycle enthusiasts on this forum? I ride a '78 Honda I bought cheap and rescued from oblivion. Put it back together, got it running again.

Once I'm done with college (August! Yes!) I plan on buying a new bike. Either a Honda VFR or a Suzuki SV 1000S. I love Ducatis, but I think I think I need to stick with the every-day reliability, quality and all-around usefulness of Japanese bikes, especially Honda.

So, what bike do you ride? What bike do you lust after? Ever taken any long trips on a motorcycle?

Just thought I'd throw in something a bit different than what I've seen here so far.

Yes, I'm, I will buy the new CBR600RR

And I ride a '95 Cagiva Mito 125 for races

I want a bike bad, just dont have the nards (or cash) atm to make the plunge.

That '95 Cagiva Mito 125 looks sweet tho. Fill me in on the details

A few months ago I was going to buy a Yamaha R6 but I opted for the RX-8 :D . I do get to ride my friends R6 for a few hours every other week.

Damn, I need a motorcycle. I've always wanted one. But my problem is that I know nothing about motorcycle insurance. I've spoken to a few people but they don't really pay all that much.

Does anyone know how much insurance would be for a guy in southern california.

Right now I like the Suzuki GSXR600

A CBR600RR! Sweet! And that Cagiva is awesome too. Must be nice to have something that is so unique.

Speaking of different, I think the new Triumph Daytona 600 is pretty trick, too.

I love the way it looks as though it's grinning insanely. And reports out of Europe say it's right up there with its Japanese counterparts.

I've always been a little partial towards Hondas for some weird reason. But as good as that new 600RR is, I seriously think I'd take the new R6.

Sorry Honda.

I'd have a hard time picking between the two. Performance-wise they're both out of my league, and so close anyway that either would be great for me. In fact, modern 600cc bikes are all so good and so close to each other in performance that picking one comes down to very subjective criteria, how they FEEL to the individual, and how they LOOK.

I haven't ridden either the CBR600RR or the R6, so I can't say which FEELS better to me. And they're both stunning, especially in black. The R6 with the black paint and red flames is yummy! And the CBR looks absolutely wicked and predatory.

That being said, I need a bike that does it all, because I can only afford one. A 600 that is as sharply focussed as the newest batch just won't do.

But if I had my way, I would buy a sport-tourer:

Honda ST1300 (silver), or
Yamaha FJR1300 (silver)

And one of the following supersports

Honda CBR600RR (black)
Yamaha R6 (black)
Triumph Daytona 600 (silver)

And an RX-8, of course (Ti Grey) :)

Here's another pic of that Daytona 600.

I'm a Kawi guy. I have a 95 ZX6-R with a bunch of racing mods.
You guys need to check out the new ZX6r. It is the only 600cc bike with inverted forks and Radial brake calipers in the front. Oh did I mention it is 636cc not just 600cchttp://www.kawasaki.com/admin/upload...zx6r_l_800.jpg

Cagiva Mito EV '95
 

36 ps for 100 kg

Abolition of the battery, starter, the 12V, the escape valve, the tub and the oil pump.

Cut of rear "passenger".

Alfano Chronometric system

Sorry for my poor english

I used to drive BMW. Love the K. Had a K100LT and a K1100RT though. It's just what I think about the RENESIS: like a turbine! And: It's got ABS (anti lock brakes) which can save you from time to time.... :)

Nice to see a FRENCHMAN on this site: BONJOUR! Loved to drive around in France with the bike and with my MX-3! FUNTASTIC!

It's funny how it takes certain technologies a long time to make the jump from cars to bikes. ABS is a good example. Even fuel injection took a long time. It wasn't until THIS year that the Yamaha R6 got fuel injection. The R1 just got it last year. And there are still lots of bikes being produced with carbs. As far as I know, there are no new production cars sold in the US with carbs.

Gotta love Motorcycles!! Started on a KZ400 (Kawi) way back when, got a VFR400 in Japan (very sweet bike), then a Nighthawk 750 in 1996.

Not to put a damper on this thread but...had a small accident on my son's KX80, broke my neck, paralyzed and now no more bikes for me.

So what do you guys think of the V-Rod????

I ride a 99 Yamaha YZF-R1.. sorry no pics. I'm sure you can find tons on the Net.

TJRX8:

Sorry to hear about your accident and injury, man. Good to know you're still around and still functioning, however.

I'm not really into cruisers, so the V-Rod doesn't really do anything for me. I'm glad Harley is finally doing something new, however. And it seems to be a big hit with cruiser riders, so as long as they're happy, I'm happy for them :)

I've got an 89 Ninja 600R. It's basically collecting dust in the garage with 12k miles on it but I put it around to charge the battery up.

I have not had a bike for a couple of years now but miss it. I am one of the very few, however, that has owned a rotary engined motorcycle. Suzuki made it 1975-76. I had the first year with wierd styling. It was a terribly unreliable bike which I only kept for one year. It was a single rotor engine with a single spark plug. No one could really work on them so you were on your own.

I traded it in after one year losing 50%. Now I think it is a collectors item! Who knew?

Wow, you had one of the Suzuki rotaries? Cool! It's too bad Mazda won't be making any rotaries for motorcycles. I think a good, reliable rotarie would be the perfect engine for a sport bike.

my friend died on motorcycle accident...

there was this speed bump.. and my friend tought he could jump over that with highspeed... he did pass the speedbump without any problem... but he crashed on SUV. then he flew over to windshield... he wasnt wearing helmet... so.. guess what happend...

this was in Korea...

Mmmmmm..... Trinity..... on a Ducati..... Ahhhhhgghghhghgghghg.....

Hey Schneegz didn't you post that pic in the lounge. I felt a deja vu looking at your post.

the keymaker is funny =)

The V-Rod is awesome. I have never driven one, but they say the Porche designed engine in the V-Rod really makes it move out.

I like the Aprilia Mille R and the Buell Firebolt XB9R.


D-San

Y&Y: Yeah, I posted that pic in the lounge, too. But I figured, since we're talking motorcycles and Ducatis are so darned sexy; why not?

Question: What would you give to be in the Keymaker's place in that photo? ;)



Digisan: Porsche did have a hand in designing the V-Rod's engine.

I, too, am a fan of the Aprilia Mille and Buell XB9R and XB9S. However, I don't like that the XB twins still use Harley Sporster engines. I mean, really, come on! The XB9 displaces about 900cc, yet every modern 600cc sport bike kills the Buell in HP. It's a shame to drop such an outdated, underpowered lump into such a cutting-edge chassis. It would be like dropping a push-rod I-6 into the RX-8.

So here is my solution. Ditch the Sportster engine and drop in a Rotax 998cc, DOHC, 60 degree V-twin, like that of the Mille. That would be SO sweet!

Schneegz,

I say pop a modified version of the V-Rod enigine in the XB9R.

D-san

Digisan:

I'm going to have to dissagree with you on that one. The XB9's best attribute is handling, due to its amazing chassis and light weight. The V-Rod's engine is a big (1500cc +), heavy lug that would weigh the XB9 (900cc) down and destroy its handling abilities. On top of that, the V-Rod STILL makes less HP than the Mille. More torque, sure. But not much more. And you don't need that much torque in a bike that barely weighs 400lb, anyway.

Besides, the V-Rod's engine is just too big to fit in that tiny frame. No, I say go with the Rotax. It's already proven to be an mazingly versatile performer in the Mille and every other bike Aprilia makes. It would provide the XB9 with some much-needed oomph, without adding much weight.

Throw in a 6-speed gearbox and the XB9 becomes an almost perfect bike.

Remember, cars lean the wrong way. These have been my rides:
GS 500 (Just to get my feet wet)
FZR 600
ZX-6R
Ducati 916
Ducati 996
RM 250
WR 426

My current ride is the 996. I'll keep this one. Planning to buy the 999. No garage is complete with 2 Ducatis.

Street ready 996

Two Ducatis. Some guys have all the luck (grumble, grumble, grumble). ;)

I thinking about getting a motorcycle again, Ive been looking at the Honda CBR600RR , has anyone ridden this, or have a friend that has the bike to share some experiences?

Thanks

Cam;
Check out this website. A friend of mine ownes it. He recently reviewed this motorcycle and provides honest feedback. You can't go wrong with today's motorcycles.

http://www.2wf.com/

Good Luck

Desmo996

Desmo996 makes a great point. Motorcycles are SO good today because of the extreme competition, that it really comes down to a matter of personal taste. This is most true in the 600cc Supersport class. The current batch of Supersports are SO good, SO close in performance, and SO refined, that the only deciding factor left is which is prettyest in YOUR eyes.

Let's Revive this Thread
 

My bikes are at both ends of the spectrum: a black 2003 Harley Road King Classic, and a black 2002 BMW K1200RS. My RX-8 is a black, 6 speed manual. So much fun, so little time.

Ride safe! Drive safe!

(phew! I almost started a new thread on cycles, glad I searched first).

I currently have 3 bikes.

A 1971 CB350 that I am restoring.
A 1988 NX650 - maybe the best all-around bike I have ever owned

and ... my playbike -

A 1996 KTM Duke

I do not have a picture of my Duke, but here is a link to an identical one:

http://www.motomorphic.com/forSale/i...eftSideBig.jpg

Ron.

nice pics

Always have owned a m/C since I was 17.

My wife likes to ride and travel on the bike, so I decide get something we both can enjoy, the GL1800 fit the bill. Nice handling, great tourer and lots of power/torque.

Heres mine.

Here's my '02 954RR ...

A side shot ...

I have the fastest bike, so far, on this board!!! :D

Anyone else owns a liter I4?

Ohhhhhhh cut it out.No your the only one that owns (lol) a 14.Good luck

The fastest where?

All the I4 horsepower will not do you squat on a supermotard course against my 1 cyl. KTM Duke. I am also sure that a 1971 XL350 will outrun you on any trail you want...

Horses for courses...

http://66.12.226.29/ktm/dukeside.jpg

Ron.

Arrghhh crap, ridged84 you had to rain on my parade. :D

Everyone seem to have either 600s, cruisers, duals or twins. No liter inline 4 sportbikes?

Supermotard RULES!!!

I meant the fastest among sportbikes. It was dynoed last august at 144.6 RWHP with a PCIIIr with custom map, 3/4 exhaust (I kept the HTEV) and a BMC filter.

I had a YZ 250 that I recently sold. It was far more fun that riding on the street. I've been riding for over 8 years since I was 15. Riding is probaly the most addictive hobby there is. :)

I will be trading the Honda in for either the new R1 or CBR1000RR.

I agree with that statement :)

Good choice. The new R1 is a beautiful bike.

going to buy an R1 after they have had a year of ridicule on the new fuel injection system, also going to get the wife a new 600rr