Ive been tempted..i might defect (again)

[Gilo-FZ6]

Ok I love the FZ6! I love its sportyness and its versatillity but im a big guy 6"7' and its just a bit uncomfortable on longer journeys ..and the TL i only bought to satisfy a whim (completley unsuited to my size)

Sooo, heres the carrot... a 2007 XL1000v (Vearadero) ..low miles ample storage and a proven engine (SP2 v-twin familly)

i test rode it all afternoon and i disnt want to give it back ..the torque is addictive..its not TL1000 torque but for such a big bike it feels very agile and willing.. ialways thought if i went back to an upright bike again it would be another motard..but this makes so much more sence

trading in my TL and FZ6 will leave me a few hundred short but i think they will do a straight swap if pushed...im really tempted by this

clicking the pic will open up the details

 

[cap'n]

(Speaking as an american, where they've never sold these things) WHOA... looks like a cross between a big TransAlp and a VFR Interceptor.


...and also a lot like the V-Strom. Hmm.

 

[Gilo-FZ6]

(Speaking as an american, where they've never sold these things) WHOA... looks like a cross between a big TransAlp and a VFR Interceptor.


...and also a lot like the V-Strom. Hmm.

the strom is probably its closest rival..i think this is better looking

 

[cap'n]

I agree. But then that's a low hurdle to clear.

 

[Boneman]

Is that the "Freddie Spencer" edition? :thumbup:

 

[Ridgeback]

I'm a member on the XRV forum and they are rated well for touring,but to be honest,as good as it is,it looks like a bus.

 

[grommit]

That CBR600F looks nice roughly same price as well. :thumbup:

 

[turbid]

unless you are tall enough to flat foot it forget it. it is a very heavy bike, very good at its job mind but my friend has one, he is very tall and suits him well and he loves it..but it s not the first time it tumbled down while parking it. you cant manhandle it alone.

 

[Gilo-FZ6]

oh yeah..im under no illusions on the looks..it aint ever gonna win a beauty contest..but function before form wise its the perfect bike for me ..the only "real world" negative ive read about it is its weight, but i was able to throw it round with almost the same confidence as my old DRZ400sm its got a massive fuel tank range 220-250 Miles, its fast (130 on the test ride) and its comfortable..my only complaints were nose diving when breaking and the combined breaking system..didnt like that at all

 

[Ridgeback]

as your a big chap,have you considered the KTM 950SM?

The same money as the Vara,will get you this,same year, with 3K on the clock.

 

[Gilo-FZ6]

It wouldnt last a week where i live ..thats why i got rid of the DRZ

 

[Ridgeback]

It wouldnt last a week where i live ..thats why i got rid of the DRZ

Thats a shame,they really are excellent bikes,tour,scratch the lot.And as you know the oe parts are second to none.

Pity certain people can't get it in their thick heads,we have to go out and earn what we've got..........

 

[Gilo-FZ6]

Yeah..tonnes of the little scrotes around my way..anything with a high mud guard gets all the wrong attention..i'd have one in heartbeat otherwise

 

[Kazza]

as your a big chap,have you considered the KTM 950SM?

The same money as the Vara,will get you this,same year, with 3K on the clock.

Now, that is ugly....

 

[krid80]

Now, that is ugly....

You must be insane. That is one of the sexiest bikes out there!

I love the KTM's even though they are odd. The Honda is ok, but .... it's a HONDA!!! FAIL! Honda's are like bellybuttons.... everyones got one and if you play with it, you'll have a stinky finger..... ??? (I dunno. LOL)

 

[Red Wazp]

Fugly is in the eye of the beholder. I kind of like it and way more comfy than the KTM.
For what you want to do it looks like a wise choice. I'd bet the fit and finish of the Honda is way better than a Suzuki.

PS...Damn, you guys get such a better bike selecton than we have in the states

 

[krid80]

I'd bet the fit and finish of the Honda is way better than a Suzuki.

PS...Damn, you guys get such a better bike selecton than we have in the states

True and TRUE!

 

[Kazza]

I just think the KTM's from the front are awful.

Maybe the orange doesn't help.

Much prefer a sexy Yami....

 

[krid80]

I just think the KTM's from the front are awful.

Maybe the orange doesn't help.

Much prefer a sexy Yami....

I do prefer a Yami :thumbup:

I think a KTM would be a fun second bike, but only the Adventure 990 would be able to keep up with most of my riding, but would leave me wanting more in the handling department.

The Honda looks useful but that color scheme is kinda weird.

 

[Ridgeback]

Now, that is ugly....

How about the KTM Superduke Karen?

Does that float yer boat?