16-07-13, 10:27 PM
I would go for the motoguzzi v7 café racer , as most of the time I use the bike for sunday bimbles .
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16-07-13, 11:50 PM
Hmmmmmm..... I already have a 1200RT as well as my FZS1000. The RT replaced my VFR800 as I will now be touring two-up instead of solo. (Off to Spain next week - wohoooo!)
If the Fazer had to go I would probably get a naked Triumph. The Speed Triple would be an obvious choice but I do have a soft spot for the Bonneville. The problem with the Bonnie, lovely though it is, is that it might not hit the spot in the performance stakes. Right then, Speed Triple it would be :-) 
17-07-13, 06:43 AM
(16-07-13, 11:50 PM)MEM62 link Wrote: If the Fazer had to go I would probably get a naked Triumph. The Speed Triple would be an obvious choice but I do have a soft spot for the Bonneville. The problem with the Bonnie, lovely though it is, is that it might not hit the spot in the performance stakes. Right then, Speed Triple it would be :-) Word for word what I was thinking, but replace Bonneville with Thunderbird. It's mainly cruisers that got me into biking in the first place. That is, until my direct access course showed me how well Bandits can handle.  I absolutely love the new Yamaha XV950, but 52bhp, WTF? Why is it that cruisers are so underpowered for their size? Anyway, I was originally looking at Speed Fours until I saw my Fazer at a dealers (best decision ever!), so if I couldn't have a Fazer and money wasn't a problem, then I'd go for a new Speed Triple R.
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17-07-13, 10:19 AM
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"Word for word what I was thinking, but replace Bonneville with Thunderbird. It's mainly cruisers that got me into biking in the first place. That is, until my direct access course showed me how well Bandits can handle. "That's an interesting point. I wonder how many of us would change our minds if we all got to try lots of different bikes? I had a big off on an FZR1000 EXUP in 1991, and since have not been able to ride anything with clip-on style bars, so I've missed all the R1s, R6s, most of the GSXRs, ZXRs etc so I know my path through motorcycling may have been quite different if the accident hadn't happened. I've been offered test rides of a couple of new Triumphs recently (even tho' I made it quite clear I wasn't in a position to buy anything, nice of the fella) and I wonder if it'll change any perspective on what I like or don't like? 
17-07-13, 12:33 PM
A younger wife and a trail type bike.
Another ex-Fazer rider that is a foccer again
17-07-13, 01:11 PM
The FZS600 suits me so well that I'd only want to replace it with something that is a good match for it's performance, range, comfort etc. The odd thing is Yamaha now have a bit of a hole in their line-up. The Diversion is probably the closest offering, but with only 77 bhp it'll seem tame by comparison. The R6 on the other hand, is a bit extreme for everyday use and the riding position would probably kill my back.
Kawasaki's offerings have a similar gap between the ER6/Versys and the ZX6R, plus I'm quite prejudiced against the marque since I've experienced a lot of reliability issues with them. Suzuki have the SV650 which admittedly is down on power compared with the Fazer but is so damn pretty I could live with it. The BMW F800 is another on the shortlist, but Honda's CBR600F is probably the closest match to the Fazer and I guess is the one I'd have to go for. I don't think I'd love it as much though.
17-07-13, 02:25 PM
The closest to the FZS600 that Honda do currently is the CBF1000. Just like the FZS to ride but with more torque.
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17-07-13, 02:59 PM
(17-07-13, 01:11 PM)Fazerider link Wrote: The FZS600 suits me so well that I'd only want to replace it with something that is a good match for it's performance, range, comfort etc. The odd thing is Yamaha now have a bit of a hole in their line-up. The Diversion is probably the closest offering, but with only 77 bhp it'll seem tame by comparison. The R6 on the other hand, is a bit extreme for everyday use and the riding position would probably kill my back. FZ8?
17-07-13, 03:44 PM
(17-07-13, 02:59 PM)JoeRock link Wrote: [quote author=Fazerider link=topic=8858.msg88344#msg88344 date=1374063085] FZ8? [/quote] Actually, yes. You're right, it is probably the closest thing to an FZS600 in the current lineup. I'd sort of discounted it because it's a bit heavier and the first impression was that it's hideous, though the half faired version isn't an eyesore, at least from the front (I still don't like the tail stalk that seems to be the new fashion). It's also in a higher tax and insurance bands, overpriced to begin with... and, for the purposes of this thread, disqualified because it bears the Fazer name. :lol
17-07-13, 04:07 PM
As a practical, everyday bike discounting the Fazers, it'd probably be Suzuki GSX650F in bronze / black, an older Hornet 600 (2002-ish) or a Kwak Z750 (always wanted one for some strange reason).
Was originally toying with buying the GSX650F when I chanced upon an '03 plate Fazer, and (in the same dealer) my current '58 reg FZ6 S2. 
17-07-13, 04:28 PM
I know you said only one but I really can't decide between the Z1000 & Versys.
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17-07-13, 05:07 PM
KTM - 1190 Adventure
Suzuki GSX 1400 or Yamaha XJR1300 KLX 650r, XR 650r or MZ Baghira A Buell XB12 lightning, although unlikely I would fit on it if I find the Fazer uncomfortable. If I HAD to pick one of those, probably the KTM as it's the best mix of my choices. Although theres also the 990 SM...... :evil 
17-07-13, 07:12 PM
(16-07-13, 03:17 PM)nick crisp link Wrote: would you go sports/sports-tourer, adventure style, all-rounder? Yes, I'd go for a bike with all of those. If money was no object in terms of purchase price/servicing/fuel, I'd go for a Ducati MST1200. Sports from the engine and suspension, sport-tourer as it feels comfy enough once he suspension has been backed of a bit, adventure style - I quick like the upright position and relaxed seat/peg positioning for knees, and its a good all rounder. Its light as well. I'd buy one tomorrow if I wasn't bothered about the cost. 
17-07-13, 08:42 PM
I use Suzuki GSXR 1000 K7 as my only bike and commuter. As long as I can I will stick to sports bikes, so I would go for the Aprilia RSV4 Factory as money is no object I would add BST carbon wheels, suspension revalve, 24 litre fuel tank and heated grips. Would also add other bling but that would be the main things for starters.
17-07-13, 10:09 PM
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Tempted by something fun, usable, powerful and different for everyday use. Any suggestions?.....................Aprilia Tuono r 1000cc V Twin.
Absolutely Bonkers. Fast as a sports bike. Easy to handle if you have the guts. 
17-07-13, 10:21 PM
(17-07-13, 10:09 PM)rayburn600 link Wrote: Tempted by something fun, usable, powerful and different for everyday use. Any suggestions?.....................Aprilia Tuono r 1000cc V Twin. My thoughts exactly when funds allow
17-07-13, 10:24 PM
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(17-07-13, 10:09 PM)rayburn600 link Wrote: Tempted by something fun, usable, powerful and different for everyday use. Any suggestions?.....................Aprilia Tuono r 1000cc V Twin.Well, technically it is a sports bike as all they did was take the fairing off the RSV and put a handlebar on. Are you challenging me to see if I can handle your Tuono? I'm up for that! :lol |
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