06-25-2021, 06:17 AM
I am a bit surprised by your experience on the Ducati Supersport as I found it to be particularly comfortable. Sure, you are leaning more forwards than on the CB, but the clip-ons are sufficiently raised in my opinion to make it perfect at speed. I loved it and was set on getting one as a companion to my CB.
However, I have also tried a large number of alternatives. Another bike I really enjoyed was the R1250RS which was near perfect. The problem was I do not really like the looks much, but it was great while riding it. In the end, I figured I would probably be riding way too fast on it as it was just that competent.
In the end, I found my perfect second partner, and I would recommend you have a test. My new Triumph Scrambler 1200XC really ticked all the boxes. It looks fabulous, with the classic bike looks and a very convincing liquid cooling that still makes it appear as an air-cooled bike. The engine is amazing, with the right amount of torque all the time, and it makes for a nice addition to have a twin to accompany the lovely 4IL of the CB. The riding position is great, and I can finally stretch my legs a bit. And if you want to, you can even take it off-road a bit.
As for electric bikes, well I do like them but the cost is just prohibitive today.
However, I have also tried a large number of alternatives. Another bike I really enjoyed was the R1250RS which was near perfect. The problem was I do not really like the looks much, but it was great while riding it. In the end, I figured I would probably be riding way too fast on it as it was just that competent.
In the end, I found my perfect second partner, and I would recommend you have a test. My new Triumph Scrambler 1200XC really ticked all the boxes. It looks fabulous, with the classic bike looks and a very convincing liquid cooling that still makes it appear as an air-cooled bike. The engine is amazing, with the right amount of torque all the time, and it makes for a nice addition to have a twin to accompany the lovely 4IL of the CB. The riding position is great, and I can finally stretch my legs a bit. And if you want to, you can even take it off-road a bit.
As for electric bikes, well I do like them but the cost is just prohibitive today.