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Well, here I am. Not even a week after my crash and I'm thinking about the next bike. Nothing broken. Just sore. Got some time before I can afford the next ride, so, I want to make the right choice.
My kind of riding: I prefer the twisty back roads over the highway. I do take the highway on occasion, but, usually only to get to the twisties. I like naked bikes and the riding position they come with. More upright but with the ability to ride aggressive. That said, on to the choices....
Honda 919: So far, I like what I have to hear about everything I've read about this bike. I like the fact that it's engine is tuned for low end and midrange torque. I like how it looks. Seat height is lower than most in it's class, which is good for me and my lack of inseam. It's relatively light (427 lbs. sidenote:427 is my lucky number) Price is about $8400
Suzuki SV650 naked version: I've owned one of these. A 2003. Very fun, light, flickable and torquey little bike. Great power accross the revs. Wouldn't mind owning another, but, I think I'm ready for "litre class" Price is about $5800
Kawasaki Z1000: Don't know much about this bike except for the price and that it's naked and a litre bike. Any input? Price is about $8500
Triumph Speed Triple: Again, don't know much beyond price and displacement. Any input? Priced at about $9,900
If anyone has other suggestions, I'm listening Any input, good or bad, on any of these bikes, would be greatly appreciated!