hiro Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 How about a GSX-S1000Z? I'm guessing it's in a totally wrong category. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 Thanks but no thanks. What my aim is is to replace my 08 CBR1000RR with a new bike that has similar performance capabilities but has ergos that better suit my soon to be 59 year old body. Also I'm looking for a change from the monotony of Japanese I4s as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) 7 minutes ago, jschaf said: Thanks but no thanks. What my aim is is to replace my 08 CBR1000RR with a new bike that has similar performance capabilities but has ergos that better suit my soon to be 59 year old body. Also I'm looking for a change from the monotony of Japanese I4s as well. That explains the dilemma. So, a powerful twin or triple with handlebars? But it could be Japanese still? What about something custom? Maybe totally jump ship and get an electric! An electric H-D even! (Running away, fearing for my life!) Edited July 21, 2017 by hiro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 I think I've decided. Distraction & hesitation was the problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 ktm super duke it is 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 21, 2017 Report Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) 27 minutes ago, NinjaDoc said: ktm super duke it is It does seem to meet all the requirements. Sounds like something I'd be afraid to have in gear, so, perfect! And now the orange helmet comes into play? haha Edited July 21, 2017 by hiro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 7 minutes ago, hiro said: One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little. You mean because you can't get low enough with standard bars and an upright riding position? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Bubba said: You mean because you can't get low enough with standard bars and an upright riding position? Yeah, I don't even know. heh Here's a stock vs modded Super Duke review. They didn't change anything about the riding position. http://www.visordown.com/features/road-tests/first-rides/track-review-ktm-1290-super-duke-r Edited July 22, 2017 by hiro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Will do! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Another reason to get a non-Japanese bike. https://flipboard.com/@flipboard/-motorcycle-thefts-rise-nationwide--agai/f-20b6f2b4e1%2Flatimes.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 3 hours ago, hiro said: Another reason to get a non-Japanese bike. https://flipboard.com/@flipboard/-motorcycle-thefts-rise-nationwide--agai/f-20b6f2b4e1%2Flatimes.com Simply a lot more of them to be stolen easily, as they are outdoors getting ridden, the euro brands are either in showroom or back at the repair shop. Harley's are safe in heated garage or enclosed trailers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EOdesmo Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 10 hours ago, Isaac's Papa said: Doesn't @EOdesmo have a Super Duke? Yes. A 990R Is there a 1290R in jschaf's future? :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 3 minutes ago, EOdesmo said: Yes. A 990R Is there a 1290R in jschaf's future? :) Yes indeed. Any words of wisdom on the subject? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBBaron Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 (edited) 11 hours ago, hiro said: One thing though. Would the riding position of the Super Duke work on a track? It seems slightly more relaxed than a Ninja 650 even. (Looking at a 2014 Super Duke on cycle-ergo.) I've been considering getting different handlebars for the Ninja 650 because it's a little too upright for me in turns or anytime I tuck a little. It worked well enough on the Pikes Peak hill climb record. Edited July 22, 2017 by CBBaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EOdesmo Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 35 minutes ago, jschaf said: Yes indeed. Any words of wisdom on the subject? Lots of information to be had on superduke.net. The performance of the 1290 is even better than my 990R which should really put a smile on your face. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiro Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 7 hours ago, NinjaDoc said: Simply a lot more of them to be stolen easily, as they are outdoors getting ridden, the euro brands are either in showroom or back at the repair shop. Harley's are safe in heated garage or enclosed trailers. Ah, right. I don't think they covered the percentage of each brand being stolen. Triumph isn't on their short list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Experiencing availability problems. Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016. I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018. Damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 Find one and fly and buy....picking a dealer that is located in such a way that you have an awesome ride home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, jschaf said: Experiencing availability problems. Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016. I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018. Damn. My local dealer has a leftover 2015. http://www.hometownhonda.com/default.asp?page=xInventoryDetail&id=3215986&p=2&make=ktm&s=Year&d=D&vt=motorcycle %2F scooter&fr=xAllInventory Edit: nevermind, I just reread your comment. No 2017s... Edited July 23, 2017 by JustinNck1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 Because of this thread, I'm going to demo a 765cc Triple RS. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted July 23, 2017 Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, jschaf said: Experiencing availability problems. Probably stick with the "local" dealer but they tell me that the 2017s have already came and went but they have a 2015 & 2016. I want the latest upgrades, including the "track pack" so I may have to wait til 2018. Damn. Worth it, Good call going full bang and not half heartedly and ending up with cheaper left over. The electronic support / better fully adjustable front end / and lower and wider bars might just be the key to trach stardom. From the reviews the engine has been better tamed but with more powaaaaaa Edited July 23, 2017 by NinjaDoc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jschaf Posted July 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2017 12 minutes ago, Tpoppa said: Because of this thread, I'm going to demo a 765cc Triple RS. Looks like a fun bike but as UP said: I need those extra ponies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan_c_F Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Buy my 2005 FZ1 31k, full Givi 3 bag setup, Pauly was doing the work on it until I moved down to Columbus. I'll be putting a steering head bearing and new brake pads on it this offseason; doesn't need anything other than a hard wash. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan_c_F Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Just saw the buried "electronics and horsepower" comment lol. 145 is almost there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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