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Does this bike exist?

  1. 08-13-11, 09:31 PM #26
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    I also had a Versys for a few months. It was very comfortable and worked very well, it just didn't really do it for me.

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  2. 08-14-11, 12:06 AM #27
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Quote Originally Posted by mrezra View Post
    // Are the BMW GSs' too pricey? I haven't ridden one yet, but hope to soon...
    Lightness not found. The F650GS (which has a 19" front compared to the 21" on the F800GS) is the closest.

    I rode them all before I bought my second V-Strom. I wound up spending $1,500 to upgrade the forks and rear shock on an 09 DL650A.

    The bike you are thinking about might exist - you just can't buy it until November. 2012 V-Strom. But it is also heavier than the singles.

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  3. 08-14-11, 04:58 AM #28
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    :IWS:

    The KTM line fits your needs

    I didn't want to spend the big moneys so:::

    Poor man's HYPER the Original

    VSTROM 1K DL1000

    95 HP
    Tall all day comfort knock out 500 mile 2 lane days
    Best on Little roads
    Go anywhere happy on dirt and limited off road
    Hang stuff and go touring


    She's like my big gawky fun girl


    If you throw $2000 in goodies she'll run with anything. Yes a lot but you can get a nice version for under $5000 to begin with. If you like the FZ1 I think the 650 to anemic

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  4. 08-14-11, 05:00 AM #29
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    The xb does everything but lightish on that list. I hope to own another in my lifetime.

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  5. 08-14-11, 05:08 AM #30
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    I couldn't find a DL1k that wasn't beat to shit for $5k. But I agree, it fits the bill too.

    My last was a Bandit 1200. I don't miss the power, not at all. Not yet anyway.

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  6. 08-14-11, 05:08 AM #31
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    I couldn't find a DL1k that wasn't beat to shit for $5k. But I agree, it fits the bill too.

    My last was a Bandit 1200. I don't miss the power, not at all. Not yet anyway.

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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    I couldn't find a DL1k that wasn't beat to shit for $5k. But I agree, it fits the bill too.

    My last was a Bandit 1200. I don't miss the power, not at all. Not yet anyway.
    I found this poking around on cl this am.http://newlondon.craigslist.org/mcy/2509180553.html

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  8. 08-14-11, 01:03 PM #33
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Interested in trying out my KLR?

    Just like the DR, but a bit more road oriented. Still no rocketship, but I can hang with anyone on group rides with it.

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    DUKE 690. Done.

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  10. 08-14-11, 01:24 PM #35
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    did someone mention this one already?

    http://www.ktm.com/supermoto/990-sm-...ighlights.html

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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Already mentioned, but would reiterate. Duke 690 if you could find one or the Aprilia Dorsoduro (750) - a one or two year old one should be significantly cheaper than new

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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Ex500 with an engine swap? Iv got a nice place for the swap to take place.
    FZ1 engine in a ex500? EZ-1000
    I think someone misses his first bike's seat!

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  13. 08-14-11, 05:30 PM #38
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    Quote Originally Posted by bstnsboy View Post
    I found this poking around on cl this am.http://newlondon.craigslist.org/mcy/2509180553.html
    8k miles, fueling issues presumably fixed with after market FI module, givi bags... all for <$5k. Run, do not walk. Bring cash and a trailer.

    Wasn't on CL when I was looking in May or June.

    '03 has smaller accessory cache to pick from though; different windscreen/fairing bits and stuff. All redesigned for '04.
    All I found were 02's with 35k that didn't have a clean bit of plastic on them. Or bikes that wouldn't even pass inspection.. and had rust. It was kinda bleak.

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  14. 08-14-11, 06:14 PM #39
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    You strom dudes are like crack pushers.

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    Strom 650. Cheap to acquire, cheap to maintain, great motor, suprisingly good handling, comes ugly from the factory so you don't mind a tip-over here and there...

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  16. 08-14-11, 07:14 PM #41
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    You strom dudes are like crack pushers.
    It's what I know. If I knew coke I'd probably push that instead...
    Trying to push up demand and build hype for the day I decide to sell mine.

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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    You just got the friggin thing...

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  18. 08-14-11, 07:44 PM #43
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    Re: Does this bike exist?

    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    You strom dudes are like crack pushers.
    Going to be at TTD next week? You can take it for a spin.

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    Nosir. My td season is all but done.

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  20. 08-14-11, 08:02 PM #45
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    Nosir. My td season is all but done.
    Fine, I'll bring it down to you. You will be assimilated.....

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  21. 08-15-11, 05:39 AM #46
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chippertheripper View Post
    You just got the friggin thing...
    Sarcasm my man.

    The "it's what I know" bit is real though. Never ridden any of that European stuff you guys are talking about. Maybe they're worth the extra.

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    Quote Originally Posted by nhbubba View Post
    It's what I know. If I knew coke I'd probably push that instead...
    Trying to push up demand and build hype for the day I decide to sell mine.

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  23. 08-15-11, 07:05 AM #48
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    Sometimes?!? Just sometimes?

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