What bike should i get then....?

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bb41 wrote:I had an MVf3 up until a week ago and the 690. I'd had the F3 for nearly 2 years and wanted to sell before I lost anymore on her. It saddened me greatly
So I didn't want 2 bikes in the garage as one always gets ridden less than the other so decided to do a major cull and sell everything.

Now I got the GSXR with the ideology that it would be easier to sell when the time comes as I would love, no I need the F3 800 but they are wanting mega bucks and to be quite honest since having the 750 since last weekend and limited time on her she rode lovely.

That's the story anyway. Mind you I've had a mare selling the 690. First bloke bought it on best offer on Friday, ready to pick up Monday. Then informs me he can't raise the cash
So back on ebay for the 2nd time and a friend contacted me and said he'd been looking for a minter for ages. Gave him my bank details to transfer the money. Came round to pick it up and decided he couldn't warrant the money

So 3rd time now on an auction instead of classified . Fingers crossed
Blimey thats is a mare! Send me the link of the auction and i'll have a look... 8)
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Kwacky wrote:Sell it it Cornish*













10% Tankslap transaction fee applies :D
Kwacky if that was the case you'd be in the Caribbean my friend on the amount i've sold over the years on TS! (giggle)
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Ducati Hypermotard.
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Kwacky wrote:If you're only going to keep it for a few months ... Aprilia Tuono or something like that.
He's not allowed a Tuono, I'll cry every time I see it! :'-(
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Dude also get a good long ride on anything motard like & mental... Remember the demo Aprilia Dorsoduro I had a couple of years back? It was like a Spaniel, brilliant fun for a while but bloody exhausting after a couple of hours. I was gagging to get the silky smooth power delivery and stability of my Tuono back at the end of the day. And those aren't phrases you often hear in association with a Tuono!
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Flow wrote:Dude also get a good long ride on anything motard like & mental... Remember the demo Aprilia Dorsoduro I had a couple of years back? It was like a Spaniel, brilliant fun for a while but bloody exhausting after a couple of hours. I was gagging to get the silky smooth power delivery and stability of my Tuono back at the end of the day. And those aren't phrases you often hear in association with a Tuono!
Fair point buddy, I need a major test ride session I reckon my man
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So we have on the list:-
- Yamaha XT600z
- KTM 690
- Honda CB1000
- Kawasaki ZZR1100 and Z1000

Any others????
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zx12r as well. It's big but comfy and great for touring on.
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Kwacky wrote:zx12r as well. It's big but comfy and great for touring on.
I think that's too big for my needs really Kwacky. Thanks all the same
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MT09 possibly, I hear it has a few probe with snatchy throttle but good price
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bb41 wrote:MT09 possibly, I hear it has a few probe with snatchy throttle but good price
Hmm good point not sure they'll be in budget though as quite new?
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Well, although I've not solved the 'what bike next' conundrum, i have looked a little further ahead and have booked a test ride on the 899 Panigale a week on Sunday instead!

Hey, forward planning (rolf)

Next is to get out on the Yamaha XT600Z and the KTM 690 Duke, lets see if P&H in Crawley will not slap a test ride charge on me (angel)
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Cornish wrote:So we have on the list:-
- Yamaha XT600z
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- Honda CB1000
- Kawasaki ZZR1100 and Z1000

Any others????
HYPERMOTARD :D
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Duke63, yup that's on the list at Snells as well my friend!
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Cornish wrote: So, onto the options, my final decision will be driven by saving some money to put into the extension fund, a budget of around the £3.5k - £4k maximum ...
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Cornish wrote:....have booked a test ride on the 899 Panigale a week on Sunday ....
:?


There has been quite a lot of discussion on the 899 on 675.cc Cornish. If you're interested the thread is here : http://www.675.cc/675/viewtopic.php?f=4 ... 5&p=240582" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

It will be interesting to hear your own take on it mate.
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The 899 will be his replacement bike later on in the year.

If he can wait that long
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StMarks wrote:
Cornish wrote: So, onto the options, my final decision will be driven by saving some money to put into the extension fund, a budget of around the £3.5k - £4k maximum ...
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Cornish wrote:....have booked a test ride on the 899 Panigale a week on Sunday ....
:?


There has been quite a lot of discussion on the 899 on 675.cc Cornish. If you're interested the thread is here : http://www.675.cc/675/viewtopic.php?f=4 ... 5&p=240582" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

It will be interesting to hear your own take on it mate.
Interesting, I have read similar yet as with most Ducati's it's a love affair, we shall see and yes I'll update everyone once I've tried it out.
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Kwacky wrote:The 899 will be his replacement bike later on in the year.

If he can wait that long
Kwacky you know me too well, I sent the Doris off to look at numerous other kitchen places today...the Plan....make her save enough that:-
A. I don't have to sell the RC8
B. Then I can trade it in for the 899...:-)

We shall see if that plan floats...NOT
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Plan didn't work, she wants the expensive kitchen. Damm :-(
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Just buy her a BBQ.
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