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If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - Novice_imp - 06-15-2019
Thinking about adding a liter sport bike to the stable next year. So I thought I would see what the thoughts are relative to the current crop. I am considering bikes such as CBR1000RR, R1, Super Duke, S1000RR, etc. in the under $20K range. I would like to hear your thoughts on ergonomics, even though I know they are all relatively uncomfortable, reliability, handling, dealer support, value (the total package including suspension, quick shifter, etc.), and stuff like that.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - dbarkdoll_imp - 06-15-2019
I can't give any advice on which bike to get, just wanted to say I like your signature.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - LongRanger_imp - 06-15-2019
Is this primarily for the track or for the street? If the former, assuming you're an expert rider and can tell the difference, I'd expect the R1 or S1000RR to have a performance advantage out of the box and the most headroom for performance modifications. If the latter, from what I've read, I think the CBR1000RR would be the best choice. I've not ridden the KTM.
But clearly, if you're able to demo all four, you'll be in a much better place than relying on the opinions of others. If you're not an expert rider, I'd suggest choosing the bike that fits you best, has the best local dealer support, and offers the best compromise for the type of riding you expect.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - Novice_imp - 06-15-2019
Solid advice. Primarily for the street. It’s virtually impossible to demo all four around here. Sitting on one or a short demo ride won’t provide the feedback of what it’s like to live with one longer term though.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - Cormanus - 06-15-2019
I'd be tempted to have a look at the Kawasaki Ninja ZX too.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - jimgl3_imp - 06-16-2019
superbikes belong on the track. otherwise you are just mutilating tires and/or risking death.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - misterprofessionality - 06-16-2019
the only input i can give you here is that the super duke is kind of out of place in this lineup. it's not at all a supersport and will ride and run very differently than the other options.
that said, if you're purchasing this bike for street riding, that might actually make it the best option of all the ones you listed, simply because it's *not* a supersport. it will be have much better at low RPMs, in traffic, and deliver more stable acceleration, whereas all the other bikes you listed are for raw speed and are essentially built for track conditions.
The Duke will be more practical, basically.
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - HondaJon_imp - 06-17-2019
Check out the Super Duke and Aprilia Tuono. Real world ergos...
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - rboe - 06-17-2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOlPR8kRgZ0
RE: If you were going to buy a liter sport bike 2019-20... - DAC - 06-17-2019
Suzuki GSX-S1000F. About $10k. Fairly upright with longer stroke GSX-R engine.