Getting back into riding, new bike advice please.

Hello everyone,

I am getting back into riding after 4-5 years of not owning a bike. The bike's I previously ridden are: Nighthawk, ZX6, VFR800, and an FZ1. I am looking at getting another bike that can be either new or used, but frankly nothing jumps out and calls my name.

I like the refinement of the VFR. Everything was buttery smooth. The only down side was not enough power. I like the power of the FZ1, and it was actually more comfortable for me for long rides. However, it's definitely not as refined as the VFR.

My perfect bike would be a VFR with slightly higher and closer bars, but with FZ1 like power. The main riding style can be described as sport-touring, with emphasis on sport. Is there any new model I am not aware of that fits this little niche? I need some help to open up my horizon and make a good decision on my next bike.

thanks

Owen


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On Fri, Apr 4, 2008 at 8:25 PM, O Lee wrote:
> Hello everyone,
>
> My perfect bike would be a VFR with slightly higher and closer bars, but
> with FZ1 like power. The main riding style can be described as
> sport-touring, with emphasis on sport. Is there any new model I am not
> aware of that fits this little niche? I need some help to open up my
> horizon and make a good decision on my next bike.

Sounds like the new Concours or a Blackbird would fit the bill for you.
Loads of power and good ergos.
HTH,

JohnA in LA, CA USA
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On Fri April 4 2008 9:25:05 pm O Lee wrote:
> Hello everyone,
>
> I am getting back into riding after 4-5 years of not owning a bike. The
> bike's I previously ridden are: Nighthawk, ZX6, VFR800, and an FZ1. I am
> looking at getting another bike that can be either new or used, but frankly
> nothing jumps out and calls my name.
>
> I like the refinement of the VFR. Everything was buttery smooth. The only
> down side was not enough power. I like the power of the FZ1, and it was
> actually more comfortable for me for long rides. However, it's definitely
> not as refined as the VFR.
>
> My perfect bike would be a VFR with slightly higher and closer bars, but
> with FZ1 like power. The main riding style can be described as
> sport-touring, with emphasis on sport. Is there any new model I am not
> aware of that fits this little niche? I need some help to open up my
> horizon and make a good decision on my next bike.

Maybe a zx-9 if you can find a nice one.


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On Apr 4, 2008, at 8:25 PM, O Lee wrote:

> Hello everyone,
>
> I am getting back into riding after 4-5 years of not owning a bike.
> The bike's I previously ridden are: Nighthawk, ZX6, VFR800, and an
> FZ1. I am looking at getting another bike that can be either new or
> used, but frankly nothing jumps out and calls my name.
>
> I like the refinement of the VFR. Everything was buttery smooth.
> The only down side was not enough power. I like the power of the
> FZ1, and it was actually more comfortable for me for long rides.
> However, it's definitely not as refined as the VFR.
>
> My perfect bike would be a VFR with slightly higher and closer bars,
> but with FZ1 like power. The main riding style can be described as
> sport-touring, with emphasis on sport. Is there any new model I am
> not aware of that fits this little niche? I need some help to open
> up my horizon and make a good decision on my next bike.
>
> thanks
>
> Owen
>

Try the Triumph Sprint ST.

I think it matches your description.
125 hp and around 80 ft-lbs of torque

Chris Stumpf
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