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Schoe000


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Hi just after ideas and comments about getting a touring road bike. 


Considerations
I am a mega short ass
Want some sort of weather protection
650 to 1000cc
Panniers to carry camping gear
No pillion needed
Prefer lowdown weight and physically smaller bikes
Cruse at 70 to 75
Budget 3-4k

Bike I have considered are the 650 Versys and the 650 V-Strom. Both would need a lowering link but these are easily available and easy to fit.

What do you thing and what have you for sale?



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650 versys is supposed to be quicker but I think they are seriously ugly.
650 strom is a great bike, I love mine. Plenty quick enough even loaded with camping gear, and handles superbly. Kept up with my mate on his vfr800 vtec pretty well in the Alps a few weeks ago.



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What about a big cc scooter?

 



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Biff wrote:

What about a big cc scooter?

 

 Yep considered it. A mate at work has a 500 cc Yamaha twist and go. It goes alright But would prefer a bike.



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Consider the Honda Cb500x too. Smaller bike but still very capable.

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I have just put my name down for a new Yamaha MT07 Tracer.  Had a ride on a demo last week and it was so good, I didn't want to get off it.  It is light and fun with a relatively low seat height and good value for money.  I just know JT's going to hate it though.

Details here   https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/products/motorcycles/sport-touring/tracer-700.aspx



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How about a 1200 sportster low seat high, the 1200 has the power, engine bullet proof,belt drive good for 40,000 plus miles, takes luggage, parts readily available.
Good example below:

sportster1.JPG

 

 



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chrisoncbr wrote:

I have just put my name down for a new Yamaha MT07 Tracer.  Had a ride on a demo last week and it was so good, I didn't want to get off it.  It is light and fun with a relatively low seat height and good value for money.  I just know JT's going to hate it though.

 

Details here   https://www.yamaha-motor.eu/eu/products/motorcycles/sport-touring/tracer-700.aspx

 The MT07 and 09 are excellent hooligan bikes.  The MT09 was on my list when I changed road bikes last year, and no doubt the MT10 if I was still in the market.  Let me know how you get on with your Tracer, Chris

 

Schoe000  - maybe consider a sports-tourer, as these seem to met your requirements.



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RichT4 wrote:

Consider the Honda Cb500x too. Smaller bike but still very capable.

 Agree with Rich well worth a look, can pick up a low mileage bike for a fair price , low seat height, very light and plenty of torque. image.jpeg



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Nic, Rally Raid now do an adventurised version of the CB500X

pkeiopq8i6xtqanuulh1.jpg


PS If you get that bike that Doug recommended, remind me to unfriend you on Facebook! lol



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doug9270 wrote:

How about a 1200 sportster low seat high, the 1200 has the power, engine bullet proof,belt drive good for 40,000 plus miles, takes luggage, parts readily available.
Good example below:

sportster1.JPG

 

 

 Hi Doug

I had considered getting another Fatboy but more cash than I wanted to spend. Sporty just does not do it for me. But had thought about it.



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Harty wrote:

Nic, Rally Raid now do an adventurised version of the CB500X

pkeiopq8i6xtqanuulh1.jpg


PS If you get that bike that Doug recommended, remind me to unfriend you on Facebook! lol



-- Edited by Harty on Wednesday 3rd of August 2016 04:28:47 PM

 Nice one harty I had a look at them at the hubb. When I first saw it in thought it was a mini Africa twin. It's a very nice bike but 5k for the Base bike and up to 3k for the add ons too much for me.



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Schoe000 wrote:
doug9270 wrote:

How about a 1200 sportster low seat high, the 1200 has the power, engine bullet proof,belt drive good for 40,000 plus miles, takes luggage, parts readily available.
Good example below:

sportster1.JPG

 

 

 Hi Doug

I had considered getting another Fatboy but more cash than I wanted to spend. Sporty just does not do it for me. But had thought about it.

 You can get a Dyna for a reasonable price.

 



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This one - sorted wink

I do like that 'Mini' Africa Twin though smile



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BMW F800GS you can get one for around 4k fully loaded and with a low seat a really good tourer plus great on all surfaces. Only thing is to watch out for the head bearings but apart form that a reallt good touring bike and looks superb.



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Mike Wright wrote:

BMW F800GS 

 +1 They are a nice looking bike and have plenty of power.



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Theres a 30th Anniversary 800GS on ebay for 5k but on a 60 plate with full luggage etc so needs a bit of haggling however its ready to go and fully kitted out with FBMWSH. If thats the sort of thing you are after. The luggage expands which is handy.



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A good Ducati St would tick all your boxes + more. Including adjustable ride height.
As long as you don't mind the maintenance schedule.

If you go for a vstrom the genuine Suzuki panniers are a funny shape.

I know a guy who goes everywhere on an old guzzi.





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Mike Wright wrote:

Theres a 30th Anniversary 800GS on ebay for 5k but on a 60 plate with full luggage etc so needs a bit of haggling however its ready to go and fully kitted out with FBMWSH. If thats the sort of thing you are after. The luggage expands which is handy.

 Hi Mike thanks for the info I will have a look.



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Nige wrote:

 

I know a guy who goes everywhere on an old guzzi.





-- Edited by Nige on Saturday 6th of August 2016 11:35:05 AM

 Norman?



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jt wrote:
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I know a guy who goes everywhere on an old guzzi.





-- Edited by Nige on Saturday 6th of August 2016 11:35:05 AM

 Norman?

 Not seen him for a while but I take it he's still running it.



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Nick if you haven't already found something this bike for sale could be what you are looking for, good pedigree, already lowered and advertised on this site



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Pete wrote:

Nick if you haven't already found something this bike for sale could be what you are looking for, good pedigree, already lowered and advertised on this site

 Thanks Pete will have a look.



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I have just bought a 650 VStrom after asking around and trying a few different bikes of similar size.

MT07 probably the most fun, but not really any good for a pillion rider of my wifes years!

This video might help... https://youtu.be/2kJxXi5xvDY 



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