So what's the best super naked currently?

[nzspokes]

Top of the tree looks to be the Tuono 1100, but the BMW S1000r is close behind.

KTM 1290 SDR is a stunning bike. The Japanese makers dont really seem to be in this game.

Which would you pick?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Latest (in the mailbox yesterday) PB has a test of new Speed Triple and the Ducati Monster 1200 R.

They pick the Speed Triple. (which they would, of course) but it seems like a hell nice bike.

Not exactly a "supernaked" though - and they make that point in the test.

[Asher]

The japanese have there offerings in the new MT-10, the MT09, Z1000, GSX-S1000.

Although my pick of the bunch would be the 1290

[nzspokes]

Latest (in the mailbox yesterday) PB has a test of new Speed Triple and the Ducati Monster 1200 R.

They pick the Speed Triple. (which they would, of course) but it seems like a hell nice bike.

Not exactly a "supernaked" though - and they make that point in the test.

New Speedy is a couple of months away I believe. Monster is more laid back I guess than the others.

[nzspokes]

The japanese have there offerings in the new MT-10, the MT09, Z1000, GSX-S1000.

Although my pick of the bunch would be the 1290

I think the GSX-S1000, MT09 and Z1000 are not really that close to the euro's. MT10 is said to be softer than the S1000r and Tuono, maybe thats a good thing.

[george formby]

I think the GSX-S1000, MT09 and Z1000 are not really that close to the euro's. MT10 is said to be softer than the S1000r and Tuono, maybe thats a good thing.

Some of the reviews I've watched make the point that the M10 is softer, not by much, but that gives it greater versatility. Yamaha do hard touring luggage for it. Probably the super nekkid for riders with nothing to prove.

But the Prilla has the sound!

[nzspokes]

Some of the reviews I've watched make the point that the M10 is softer, not by much, but that gives it greater versatility. Yamaha do hard touring luggage for it. Probably the super nekkid for riders with nothing to prove.

But the Prilla has the sound!

Luggage is a good point. SW Motech do a nice kit for the S1000r that can also be modded to fit the Tuono.

[AllanB]

There is no Japanese Supernaked.

There are however fine Japanese nakeds.

You decide how much power you want and what you are prepared to pay.


Ducati Streetfighter 848 is plenty for me


Check out these responses to what Ducati has not produced since discontinuing the Streetfighter in either engine.

http://www.gizmag.com/ducati-1199-pa...fighter/32920/

[NZsarge]

There is no Japanese Supernaked.

There are however fine Japanese nakeds.

I would say arguably the new MT-10 Yamaha is nocking on the door of super naked but it of course hasn't surfaced in NZ yet either.

[AllanB]

I would say arguably the new MT-10 Yamaha is nocking on the door of super naked but it of course hasn't surfaced in NZ yet either.

Is 160 hp super anymore?

And I have to wait until I see one in the flesh but looking at images some of the Yamaha's superness is deleted by appearing to be hit with a ugly stick during production.


Actually styling of modern nakeds is not so 'naked' - farking little screens and ghey stuff like that. Plus whats with the Transformer look?


I still think if you are after a big bore naked you can't go past converting one of the Japanese superbikes. Provided you have the skills. Pick up a run-out on last years model or similar and spend the change on a new top yoke to hold standard fatbars, cables to suit and a nice tidy up once removing he plastic.

[nzspokes]

Turn this up really loud. Enjoy. Tuono's top argument.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8g-eNvGwQI

[AllanB]

Are you tyre kicking again? Just buy one - you know you want to

[nzspokes]

Is 160 hp super anymore?

Seems to be where most sit. Then when dynoed show a fair bit less. Some need to be de-corked. Read a bit on the GSXS1000 being very badly fueled and needing a PC or flash to sort them out.

[nzspokes]

Are you tyre kicking again? Just buy one - you know you want to

Bit of a mix. Felt it would be good to have a bike thread for a change!

You know, being a bike site and all.

[Drew]

There's always this.