23-03-14, 04:52 PM
I had a go on the cb1000r a few years ago, it's spot on for mid range, handles really well and looks awesome. I just thought it was a bit too.......Honda.
I told the salesman it was like riding a high powered operating theatre. You could ride it like a pro, but it was too prescribed and lacked character.
The speed triple is the nearest contender as it has the best mid range, the fz1n a close second.
But please have a go on the mt-09 and see for yourself. The mode button is more than just a gimmick, it really does make a difference. I was in 'b' mode round town, and 'a/standard' out of town.
Massive low and mid range punch, comfort even for my 36" inside leg, and more fun than you sometimes deserve. Ridden a standard one, and one with a few bolt ons (full akroprovic/screen/remap). The modded one was a world apart, and would easily keep up with more expensive bikes.
I told the salesman it was like riding a high powered operating theatre. You could ride it like a pro, but it was too prescribed and lacked character.
The speed triple is the nearest contender as it has the best mid range, the fz1n a close second.
But please have a go on the mt-09 and see for yourself. The mode button is more than just a gimmick, it really does make a difference. I was in 'b' mode round town, and 'a/standard' out of town.
Massive low and mid range punch, comfort even for my 36" inside leg, and more fun than you sometimes deserve. Ridden a standard one, and one with a few bolt ons (full akroprovic/screen/remap). The modded one was a world apart, and would easily keep up with more expensive bikes.
Stop polishing it and ride the bloody thing!!
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