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Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

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    Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    2011 Yamaha VMax. 1697cc of cruiser goodness.



    Some questions:
    • Do you think they make lowering links for it?
    • Will it be a good bike for a beginner?
    • Should I start another thread about it?
    • Do you think they make a dual-outlet single exhaust for it?
    • Will I use all that power?


    I really have thought about it. But it's a Yamaha though and it's $20K. Not sure Mark (R7) would be able to live with himself if I were to get one.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Doooooo EEEEEEETTTTTT

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    That's a nice lookin bike man. As long as you feel comfortable riding it, I say go for it.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    don't do it. it lacks sensibility. and if i know you chuck, you're moving towards that. if you want something blingy: this

    plus, everyone else your age will be riding them.

    if you want something less blingy, versys

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    If you are 50+ yes. Otherwise no.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    More importantly, does it come in the pink paint scheme with flowers?

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    don't do it. it lacks sensibility. and if i know you chuck, you're moving towards that. if you want something blingy: this

    plus, everyone else your age will be riding them.

    if you want something less blingy, versys
    Fuggin' know-it-alls.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Kazinator View Post
    If you are 50+ yes. Otherwise no.
    you shut up

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Rossco View Post
    Fuggin' know-it-alls.
    umm, what dude?

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    i met a 45ish blue haired black finger nail painted canadian w/ bike number 6 he has 50,000 kilometers on the clock he says its the bike he ever owned

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    I would rock one

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    umm, what dude?
    I keeed I keed,

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Honestly if I reached the point where I was going to be buying a cruiser, and a $20k cruiser at that, I would be either going 100% loud, classic cruiser, or the Ducati Diavel.


    The one cruiser I could see myself on, even now. 2012 Victory Hammer S. $18k

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    don't do it. it lacks sensibility. and if i know you chuck, you're moving towards that. if you want something blingy: this

    plus, everyone else your age will be riding them.

    if you want something less blingy, versys
    I like impracticality, don't you know this by now? And when have I even shown an ounce of sensibility?

    I don't like the look of enduro or supermoto bikes, so those are definitely out.

    And where are the sarcasm meters lately? Everyone is so serious? Yes I like the VMax. Yes, if I had $20K to piss away (but I'd have to have this as a secondary street bike), I'd consider it.

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    Dammit foo!
    That was supposed to be an 800st. So you'd be in with the Starbucks crowd.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    I think they're sexy bikes and would definitely ride one. I can't say I've seen any of the newer ones on the road in my area.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    Dammit foo!
    That was supposed to be an 800st. So you'd be in with the Starbucks crowd.
    The ST isn't bad, but it's still a more sportbike seating position.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    as a beginners bike? Nope...you'll never use it all...learn on something safer...



    I'd like to have one...

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Don't do it!!!

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Vmax?
    How about a lighter, faster, quicker, sexier, and less expensive power cruiser?
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5vQU...yer_detailpage

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    I've never been a fan of the VMax, but lots of people love 'em. You can pick up a used one for cheap too.

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by oVTo View Post
    Vmax?
    How about a lighter, faster, quicker, sexier, and less expensive power cruiser?

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    RACE IT!

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Quote Originally Posted by JohnnyV View Post
    Honestly if I reached the point where I was going to be buying a cruiser, and a $20k cruiser at that, I would be either going 100% loud, classic cruiser, or the Ducati Diavel.


    The one cruiser I could see myself on, even now. 2012 Victory Hammer S. $18k
    JohnnyV, youre speakin my language man. Although that particular color makes me want to club baby seals, the Hammer is FUCKIN AWESOME!

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    Re: Thinking about this to replace the liter bike

    Friends don't let friends ride cruisers.

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