Anyone use a Aprilia RSVR 2007 to commute on?

[BSOD1000]

Anyone use a Aprilia RSVR 2007 to commute on?
I realise they are not great commuters but I really would like one and I will be commuting in Auckland and don't know if they will handle the experience.
Such has cooling problems, very excessive fuel consumption, excessive servicing etc...

[sidecar bob]

They are a fucking steaming pile of shit unless you are angry & have no regard for the law & rape it's arse, then they are completely awesome. Definitely the worst bike you could ever want to go for quiet tootle into town on.
Buy an old F650gs if you want to commute.
I swapped my RSVR out for an R1200gs & am much happier.

[pritch]

All things considered you can commute, or tour, or stunt, or off-road pretty much anything. The bike will perform better though, when used close to the purpose the designer intended.

There was another KBer wondered if the MV Brutale 1000 might make a good commuter. I'm sure you could use it as such but it wouldn't be my first choice. Nor would that Aprilia, as cool as they are. A Tuono might be more comfortable but a young enough rider might be more concerned about looks than comfort.

[TheDemonLord]

I commute on a Hayabusa - everyone said it would be too big and heavy to filter on, everyone was wrong.

[Tazz]

If you want an RSVR, do eeeet, and if it doesn't suit you just sell it and grab something else. Win win :D


All things considered you can commute, or tour, or stunt, or off-road pretty much anything. The bike will perform better though, when used close the purpose the designer intended.


I commute on a Hayabusa - everyone said it would be too big and heavy to filter on, everyone was wrong.

I think pritchs comment above applies perfectly here ;)

[sidecar bob]

I commute on a Hayabusa - everyone said it would be too big and heavy to filter on, everyone was wrong.

A Hayabusa would be a dream commuter compared to an RSVR.
Having said that, im sure Ducati probably make a far worse bike than the RSVR, but the owners are either too stupid to realise it or too proud to admit it.

[BSOD1000]

Thanks for the input guys.

I test rode the RSVR then tested a 2011 Triumph Sprint 1050GT went home to contemplate and the bastards sold the RSVR. The 1050Gt is the more practical buy the erection the RSVR gave me is hard to beat.

So looking for another RSVR

[sidecar bob]

Thanks for the input guys.

I test rode the RSVR then tested a 2011 Triumph Sprint 1050GT went home to contemplate and the bastards sold the RSVR. The 1050Gt is the more practical buy the erection the RSVR gave me is hard to beat.

So looking for another RSVR

Try some lane splitting & carpark manouvers on the RSVR, it should be a hoot.:sweatdrop

[nodrog]

A Hayabusa would be a dream commuter compared to an RSVR.
Having said that, im sure Ducati probably make a far worse bike than the RSVR, but the owners are either too stupid to realise it or too proud to admit it.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vt9q-WChfeM

[pritch]

It's just possible that the Ducati owners are feeling that their purchase decision was justified after watching the Ducati just romp past the Honda and the Yamaha on the straight at Phillip Island last weekend. They can probably maintain that bubble until next weekend at Sepang when normal service will likely resume.

Hopefully Ducati can design a bike for next year that will actually go around corners. :whistle:

[TheDemonLord]

The 1050Gt is the more practical buy the erection the RSVR gave me is hard to beat.

So looking for another RSVR

If the RSVR is the bike that gives you the joy of riding - then get that bike.

[Big Dog]

If the RSVR is the bike that gives you the joy of riding - then get that bike.
Plus 1.
Also if it sucks that badly to commute on it gives you an argument for an adventure bike.
Lower running costs will pay for itself within 2 years. Etc.
Much easier to get past the bank manager if you already have your dream bike. Bit harder arguing the other way.

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[mossy1200]

There was another KBer wondered if the MV Brutale 1000 might make a good commuter.


My bike is so bad in town idd consider the bus a more comfortable option and take the risk idd end up sitting beside a smelly person.

It looks nice though.

[nzspokes]

argument for an adventure bike.


The SUV of motorcycles?

[BMWST?]

at 1 time in my life i commuted on a 900 ss ducati.It was the only bike i owned that i could not complete a u turn in many wellington streets.It had a dodgy Battery( from new) and it was geared to the moon. It was still 100 times better than the bus or a car.

[mossy1200]

at 1 time in my life i commuted on a 900 ss ducati.It was the only bike i owned that i could not complete a u turn in many wellington streets.It had a dodgy Battery( from new) and it was geared to the moon. It was still 100 times better than the bus or a car.

But it didn't have MV fly by wire and variable V stacks.

[Latte]

I commuted for a couple of years on an RSV in Auckland, filtering / lane splitting / queuing etc. No real dramas, leccy fans take care of the heat , can't comment on fuel consumption but it was better than the NSR and the R1 (the R1 could be a pain to commute on with the high rise exhausts). RSV is fairly easy to service yourself, engines pretty robust , it's just all the electrical problems you have to sort out.

The twin sounded _so good_ in a carpark building ...

[Big Dog]

The SUV of motorcycles?
Or another reason to go riding.
I have not done any of gremlins great adventures but I have certainly been a few places the bigger bikes would fear to tread on my DR.

Mo time, Mo money? I'd definitely do a few proper adventure rides.

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[sidecar bob]

The SUV of motorcycles?

I have an SUV, same brand as the adventure bike in fact. The bike is far better at its job than the SUV.

[Big Dog]

To be fair, in the modern market if cars if I had to commute in a 4 wheeler I would prefer an SUV. Not for the usual reasons. For the legroom and headroom.

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[mashman]

They commute fine... especially when a little welly is required. Rode mine rain, hail or shine for 5 years into Wellingtooon. It'll overheat like a bastard in traffic, so will keep you warm in winter, but it's a complete mare in summer. And with so many bad drivers on the roads these days, welly was always required ;)

[sidecar bob]

Someone said mine needed re mapping, something about the oxy sensor leaning it out. The worst problem I had was that it went into a vicious transmission snatch while riding at 50-60kmh in 3rd gear or above, which could only be remedied by pulling in the clutch & giving it a rev.
I was very surprised when my mates GSXR1000 would cruise at 50kmh in top gear at below idle & accelerate smoothly from that.
It made the RSVr seem poorly sorted & pointless.

[yevjenko]

I commute on the Tuono all year round rain or shine and I love it. Been pretty faultless for 2 years now. Only 2 leccy gremlins, reg rec and Speedo sensor. Fans keep it cool no probs. Same power as the rsv, but comfier. May be worth a try

[AllanB]

Commute on anything. My new Ducati tells me there are better places for it that riding through town (to get to the better place ....) then rewards me when I get to the better place.

[BSOD1000]

Thanks for the input team.
I went and bought a 2015 BMW F800 GT. Not entirely sure why.
I tell myself is because it is reliable, economical, factory heated hand grips and easy to ride.

Rode it from Auckland to Wellington and it got me there in one piece, cost $44 in gas and I have to admit I do enjoy the heated hand grips. Never had them before but what ever bike I may get in the future will have them as well.

[AllanB]

Good stuff - though your description does not imply you are filled with love for it! Give it some stick - that should make you grin.

Heated grips are well served by the after market for around $100 - if purchasing off a dealer you could make it part of the deal (darn why did I not think of that six weeks ago ....).

[Tazz]

Only a slight change in direction there then...:laugh:

Enjoy the new bike man!

[schrodingers cat]

Thanks for the input team.
I went and bought a 2015 BMW F800 GT. Not entirely sure why.

Waiting at the traffic lights yesterday and one of those pulled up beside me.

One of the things that I look for in a bike is the 'fuck yeah!' Factor when I open the garage door and I might have been guilty of checking myself out in large windows as I cruise past.

Anyhoo, I was looking at old mate sitting at the lights and beings that I figure horses for courses and live and let live etc I'm thinking he's no doubt having a good time riding his choice.
But given my shallow preoccupation with style, I just couldn't bring myself to own one

Your choice, your ride. Hope it works for you and if it doesn't it all part of life's great adventure

[BSOD1000]

Only a slight change in direction there then...:laugh:

Enjoy the new bike man!

Just a little and cheers mate. Took it for a spin over the Rimatakas and opened it up and it went really really fast.
It handled like a dream, was smooth as a babies bum. Even got to experenice the ABS and ACS thanks to a couple of "Fantastic car drivers".

BUT

It has No thrill, No personality, No excitment. Does everthing really well, but.....
Its like choosing to watch Road to Perdition or Die Hard. Road to Perdition is a qualitiy movie, but your gonna watch Die Hard everytime.

Im not sure if I will sell this bike or keep it and see if it grows on me.

[yevjenko]

Aftermarket heated grips on my Tuono :) Does the Wellie commute like a boss.