08-08-2020, 11:34 PM
Sold my trusty CB1100, a bit reluctantly, but I did.
Looking to replace it with a middleweight bike, ideally under 500 lbs and under 1,000 cc's. Everyday pavement only solo rider for country roads and possible long distance when the sidecar rig just won't do it - like the mountains out west and good old W VA ,my next door neighbor. Sidecar fun but too much work for multiple days riding the mountains.
Tired of the "Adventure Bike" craze with the pointed beaks, though the ergonomics are comfortable. Weight, seat height, moderate power are my primary criteria. Numerous used BMW 1200's, FJR's, K14's around but I want lighter weight and mass, I'm not getting any younger. BMW 1000? Too much for me.
Don't want an exotic, I live too far from a big city to easily get parts and service so no Italians or Austrians.
Thought the Yamaha Tracer 900 would fit the bill perfectly, then I checked them out in person. What can I say, the Honda and its' "fit and finish" spoiled me. Sorry Tracer.
Triumph 900 Tiger and its triple engine are nice, good fit and finish, all the bells and whistles (and then some) but the beak!. Does give good weather protection. Nice rider but pricey.
BMW 900? Its' a contender. Really fell in love with the looks of the BMW F800GT, apparently 5-7 years too late. Honda 800 with its water cooled V4 is to drool over but riding position a bit aggressive. Several Honda 1200's available at amazing price but the weights a killer for me.
Any suggestions? New or used.
This forum is blessed with experienced knowledgable riders without an attitude.
Looking to replace it with a middleweight bike, ideally under 500 lbs and under 1,000 cc's. Everyday pavement only solo rider for country roads and possible long distance when the sidecar rig just won't do it - like the mountains out west and good old W VA ,my next door neighbor. Sidecar fun but too much work for multiple days riding the mountains.
Tired of the "Adventure Bike" craze with the pointed beaks, though the ergonomics are comfortable. Weight, seat height, moderate power are my primary criteria. Numerous used BMW 1200's, FJR's, K14's around but I want lighter weight and mass, I'm not getting any younger. BMW 1000? Too much for me.
Don't want an exotic, I live too far from a big city to easily get parts and service so no Italians or Austrians.
Thought the Yamaha Tracer 900 would fit the bill perfectly, then I checked them out in person. What can I say, the Honda and its' "fit and finish" spoiled me. Sorry Tracer.
Triumph 900 Tiger and its triple engine are nice, good fit and finish, all the bells and whistles (and then some) but the beak!. Does give good weather protection. Nice rider but pricey.
BMW 900? Its' a contender. Really fell in love with the looks of the BMW F800GT, apparently 5-7 years too late. Honda 800 with its water cooled V4 is to drool over but riding position a bit aggressive. Several Honda 1200's available at amazing price but the weights a killer for me.
Any suggestions? New or used.
This forum is blessed with experienced knowledgable riders without an attitude.