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by gmb27
Mar 11th, '15, 20:27
Forum: Bike Banter
Topic: Time to get back on.. which bike?
Replies: 15
Views: 2882

Re: Time to get back on.. which bike?

I took a trip to a few bike shops today and tried out for size - KTM RC8, Triumph Daytona, GSXR and an R1. Ironically the KTM was the most comfortable but v highly priced indeed. The GSXR was comfortable but had a distinct forward lean position in comparison. I really liked the Daytona and although ...
by gmb27
Mar 10th, '15, 23:03
Forum: Bike Banter
Topic: Time to get back on.. which bike?
Replies: 15
Views: 2882

Re: Time to get back on.. which bike?

Has anyone tried a Honda VTR (SP1)? It looks a fair sized bike being a bit older?
by gmb27
Mar 10th, '15, 11:01
Forum: Bike Banter
Topic: Time to get back on.. which bike?
Replies: 15
Views: 2882

Re: Time to get back on.. which bike?

Thanks for your replies folks, I appreciate the input. I'm after a sports bike simply because I like the aesthetics and used to have a cruiser so I'd like to try something new. I'm down towards Newton abbot so I think exeter will be the place to try a few different bikes out. The R1 or R6 looks nice...
by gmb27
Mar 9th, '15, 20:11
Forum: Bike Banter
Topic: Time to get back on.. which bike?
Replies: 15
Views: 2882

Time to get back on.. which bike?

Hello folks, Just looking for an opinion on a sports bike for a tall(ish) rider. I've not ridden for about 10 years so thinking of a refresher course and getting myself a sports bike. I'm just a tad over 6 foot and have heard a few horror stories from friends who say I'll struggle to find something ...