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R4nger |
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R4nger World Chat Champion
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Posted: 18:11 - 01 Nov 2005 Post subject: Euro-Touring Bike Suggestions |
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Sorry if this is not a good enough thread to post.
I was wondering what would be a good touring bike that is easy to fix and maintain but offers wind, rain and some crash protection that is very reliable. Bike would have to be in the 500-1000cc range and has enough luggage (or aftermarket) bits to fit lots of luggage. |
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instigator Super Spammer
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Posted: 18:17 - 01 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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Sorry, got to ask ranger, whats wrong with the thundercat/ace?
Always thought they were reliable enough and have one hell of a big fairing.
Could look at an older FJ1200. (whats an extra 200cc) |
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Gazdaman I did a trackday!!!
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R4nger World Chat Champion
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Posted: 18:21 - 01 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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They are not easy to fix and bend and break easily
Was hoping for something without engine casings sticking out that easily turn into dust. |
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PsychoHippy Jammy Git
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Posted: 11:47 - 10 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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It might not be quite what you are looking for, but I highly recommend the ZZR1200 for that kind of thing. We covered nearly 2000 miles through France over a long weekend on one without any problems what so ever. ____________________ I spend all my money on bikes and beer, the rest I simply waste! |
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colin1 Captain Safety
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Shaun Likes 'em bent
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philb Two Stroke Sniffer
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Posted: 13:39 - 11 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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i've done 2 Alps trips in the last 12 months (3000+ miles each trip)
plenty of power 2 up,
fully loaded with tank bag, panniers and top box,
still able to walk and look forwards to the next days ride even after 500 miles in 1 hot day,
good weather protection, reliable and cheap to run.
SUZUKI GSX750F
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Wave2k G's Stalker
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Posted: 18:27 - 11 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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i would say use the thundercat, and make sure it gets a service before hand.
its amazing what you can actually fit on a sportsbike ____________________ Ducati 1299 Panigale
2009 Corvette C6 z51
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natv4 Brolly Dolly
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Posted: 03:20 - 19 Nov 2005 Post subject: |
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I would also say to check the service intervals.
I've a VFR800 (non-vtec) and the service interval is 8000 miles.
The 4000 mile service is just a levels/brakes etc check, they don't even change the oil.
Useful if you are doing some distance and can check the little things yourself.
I wouldn't be surprised if some other bikes were the same. ____________________ Travelling around the world...a bit at a time. Where am I now? / Visit my BLOG
Bike: Blue Honda VFR800fi (*NEW*) Mileage: 22k Countries visited: GB/F/D/CZ/PL/E/I/B/A/HR/H/Rus/E/MA
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colin1 Captain Safety
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 18 years, 162 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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