Gone and done it....Part?

[DMNTD]

Well this afternoon I swapped my KTM for a MV Agusta Brutale-R :devil2:
This bike is some serious porn as was the SD-R but the Brutale is so much better to ride on the road.
Got a ride over to Coroglen tomorrow morning so will take some pic's of my new baby then :niceone:

[DingoZ]

Is this a permanent swap...?

Looking forward to the pics and write up if you are doing one...:)

[Waylander]

And he put at least three coats of wax on it during the 30mins I was there earlier.
Shinier than shiny things.

[T.W.R]

lols spoilt bugger :drool: Have fun :2thumbsup

[DMNTD]

Is this a permanent swap...?

Looking forward to the pics and write up if you are doing one...:)
Oh 100% permanent until the next bike :rolleyes:
I'll do a proper write up/comparison/photo's after tomorrow's ride.


And he put at least three coats of wax on it during the 30mins I was there earlier.
Shinier than shiny things.
Heh! Kelvin would be proud eh?
BTW....5 coats of wax now :eek:

[Cruisin' Craig]

Well this afternoon I swapped my KTM for a MV Agusta Brutale-R :devil2:
This bike is some serious porn as was the SD-R but the Brutale is so much better to ride on the road.
Got a ride over to Coroglen tomorrow morning so will take some pic's of my new baby then :niceone:

One of the best lookin' bikes on the market IMO. Congrats. :niceone:

[Ocean1]

Very cool, want more on that comparison to the SDR though mate.

And the pic's eh?

[kiwifruit]

very very nice man, congrats!

[HTFU]

Sweet :niceone: Just what you need to potter around the legal limit on :laugh:

[Kittyhawk]

make sure you have a towel on the seat :whistle:

sounds nice :2thumbsup

[DMNTD]

Sweet :niceone: Just what you need to potter around the legal limit on :laugh:
Heh! I'll be using it as a track bike :yes:


Very cool, want more on that comparison to the SDR though mate.
Well straight off the bat it's far "nicer" to ride on the roads...much smoother.
The SD-R was/is a track bike...a freaking machine,but just not suitable for Kiwi roads.

Some nice twisties will be ridden tomorrow so will see how see really goes :sweatdrop

[slowpoke]

The SD-R was/is a track bike...a freaking machine,but just not suitable for Kiwi roads.

Some nice twisties will be ridden tomorrow so will see how see really goes :sweatdrop

Interesting comments mate. I haven't ridden one but from drooling over road tests it seemed like the SD-R would be the perfect bike for Kiwi roads. It'll be interesting to hear why you think not: suspension? power delivery? riding position?

There's no getting away from the class of the MV and I'd have one just for the porn-appeal but how have you found the riding position? I've read it's a bit cramped for those of us taller than average?

Looking forward to hearing more you "looky looky bastid"!

[DMNTD]

Interesting comments mate. I haven't ridden one but from drooling over road tests it seemed like the SD-R would be the perfect bike for Kiwi roads. It'll be interesting to hear why you think not: suspension? power delivery? riding position?

There's no getting away from the class of the MV and I'd have one just for the porn-appeal but how have you found the riding position? I've read it's a bit cramped for those of us taller than average?

Suspension and "seat" which has been called a plank of wood a dozen odd times.
The standard Superduke would be "perfect" for Kiwi roads as it have softer suspension and a comfitable seat.
They're amazing bikes to ride(SD)! Exceptional in traffic due to their taller than most riding position which allows you to see over the top of cars and read other traffic easier.
The power delivery can only be compared to an RSVR's....pulls from beginning to end!!

I should add that at some stage I'll prolly buy a old '05 SD and make it track dedicated

[gijoe1313]

Lordy lordy lordy! You sir are an inspiration ... you go through more bikes than most people have hot baths! :yes:

I guess you will be seeing the little chew fiddies out on their pootle around the Coro loop tomorrow! :lol: Keep up the good work that man ... and I guess in parlance with your vernacular, collecting those acorns for more nuttier flavour! :jerry:

[cowboyz]

you bringing it out on the coro loop on the 23rd to show us country folk?

[deanohit]

Heh! Kelvin would be proud eh?
BTW....5 coats of wax now :eek:

Haha, admit it, you only swapped them coz you couldn't wax the matt black on the SD-R! :headbang:

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Shit mate i cant keep up with you. I'm looking forward to the photos and pete is looking fprward to the write up.

[NZsarge]

[B]Well straight off the bat it's far "nicer" to ride on the roads...much smoother.
The SD-R was/is a track bike...a freaking machine,but just not suitable for Kiwi roads.



Congrats on the new machine, very nice! A standard SuperDuke would have been a better bet on the road than the R model but that's all history now. :niceone:

[DMNTD]

3 quick photo's I just took in the driveway now.
Will get some good ones today.




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[Maha]

Plate needs a quick wipe Chris, its that shit or rubber?....:whistle:
Hornbag bike my friend, Brutally stunning one might say!

[WickedOne]

Very, very nice mate!!!

[owner]

Awesome peice of kit D ,I dont know much about them off to google for me but I do love to see exotic artwork being riden like a 2$ whore. Well done

[Zoolander]

Thats beautiful. You're a lucky man.

[Goblin]

Suspension and "seat" which has been called a plank of wood a dozen odd times.I would have said more of a tuppaware lid. :yes:

[huck farley]

What a great looking machine. You gotta hand it to the Italian bike builders they are the benchmark for the rest of the bike builders. Enjoy your MV cobber. I'm greeeeeeeeeen with envy.

[Ralph]

Good on ya mate, looking forward to seeing it soon :niceone:

[Matt Bleck]

living the dream!!!

[Matt_TG]

Yummmmm! Nice one Chris , again (and again and again lol)

[MSTRS]

Damn but aint you a frustration..ooops, I mean inspiration...for the likes of us plebs.
You, sir, are the sole reason why some KBers check in...just to see what awesome bit of kit you've finangled...

[Unit]

Is this a permanent swap...?

Looking forward to the pics and write up if you are doing one...:)
Now the question is, what would replace this?


Haha, admit it, you only swapped them coz you couldn't wax the matt black on the SD-R! :headbang:
Dont worry, he made up for it last night.

OMG I cant believe we have this bike in our garage. Heading off to coro glen in a few minutes, will take loads of pics
I cant wait to ride it and looking forward to seeing my man enjoying it.

[BIGBOSSMAN]

Hmmm, at it again eh?
It's a beautiful bike Chris, you motorcycle whore...!

[mugins]

w t f u up 2

[tide]

mmmm very sexy indeed... bastaaaaard... :bleh:

[yungatart]

Lawdy! You have left me speechless! (That is no mean feat!)

[bugjuice]

niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice *squirt*

[jrandom]

Very nice, very nice.

Are those Supercorsas it's wearing?

[emaN]

see at The Office next Thurs? :yes:

[Unit]

Well we pootled up to coro glen today to test the new beast. Certainly looks good on Chris I gotta say, very sexy. Looking forward to the ride report and hopefully I managed a couple of reasonable pic's today.

[Scouse]

Enjoy your MV cobber. I'm greeeeeeeeeen with envy.You might even say "Green with MV"

[Waylander]

You might even say "Green with MV"
Ba-doom doom tish.....

[Mr. Peanut]

Nice "Business vehicle"...

[HornetBoy]

Jezuz crips :gob: now a zx14 and a mv brutale ... i thought u had awesome garage with the superduke but now :clap:

you gotta post some pictures for the less fortunate :drool:

ima have to put in some more hours at work i think...

[beyond]

Nice bit of kit Chris.
Congrats mate......... yet again :)

I've had a close look at Finn's and they are a work of art. The swingarm is an awesome bit of engineering. A very compact unit all up so should be loads of fun if your left boot can handle it. :dodge:

So I suppose next on your list will be the new Benelli 1130 Cafe racer in gold in black or should I not have said that??? Might have you hankering after something else straight off the line eh? ;) :whistle:

[Finn]

Well done Christopher. I see it's had the sports pipe conversion too - nice however, at idle (warm) very gently open up the throttle and if the revs jump to 2+ then we can fix that. If the Epron chip was just plugged in during the pipe change over then it needs setting up properly.

Another thing, get some of that thick film stuff for the headlight. I shattered mine at it cost $800 to replace. I've got some spare if you need it.

You're in for a surprise tomorrow... trust me.

[Scouse]

Fucker your forcing me into thinking about trading the Speed Triple in on a Moto Morini Corsaro just to keep up with the Joneses

[Str8 Jacket]

Nice bike Dumted. Did you pay for it in bananas?

[Swoop]

So, the Duke was due for an oil change and you couldn't be fagged doing it yourself?
Simple solution: get a new bike!



Bloody nice!!

[DMNTD]

Well what can I say?? Have just done Tauranga to Coroglen and back, fark me...dang I say...DANG! :eek:
MUCH smoother on the road than the SD-R and the SC's that it's shod with were simply divine and gave me a sense of surety which is always appreciated in a new bike.
Took me a while to adjust back to an inline four's power curve and lack of torque but on the way back things were considerably better for me.

Will do a better write up when bourbon isn't such a great priority



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[MSTRS]

For Sale. One toaster. Orange. Has an annoying little quirk that renders it toastera non grata in our breakfast nook.
Cheap to an appreciative home.

[Clivoris]

Top hole old boy. Interesting to read your evaluation of the SDR. Sounds like the MV is more user friendly.

[Cr1MiNaL]

Fukin-A suddenly I sense an unrealised affinity for all things naked.

[Clivoris]

What do you reckon it will do on the flying quarter?

[Unit]

Nice "Business vehicle"...
Its business time


So, the Duke was due for an oil change and you couldn't be fagged doing it yourself?
Simple solution: get a new bike!
Bloody nice!!
My mum asked Chris one day what a rego was worth on a bike, he replied "Oh, about $24,000 give or take a couple of grand"


For Sale. One toaster. Orange. Has an annoying little quirk that renders it toastera non grata in our breakfast nook.
Cheap to an appreciative home.
No way, I like our toaster, nice momento to go with all the other stuff we have, Aprilia clock (doesnt work, say no more), various Suzuki, Kawazaki, caps, etc. Now we have to start dressing him all over again in MV attire.

[cowboyz]

My mum asked Chris one day what a rego was worth on a bike, he replied "Oh, about $24,000 give or take a couple of grand"


I am betting that is a true story!

[T.I.E]

<_<

so im taking bets how long before the next upgrade. how much higher can he go?
all bets on.

[DMNTD]

I am betting that is a true story!
100% true and I still think I pay too much for the bloody Rego's!



What do you reckon it will do on the flying quarter?
Heh! I show/tell ya next time eh mate?




so im taking bets how long before the next upgrade. how much higher can he go?
all bets on.
4 months is the average...and I know what I want next,well it's between 4 bikes anyway.

[T.I.E]

shhhhhhh man the odds were good, was gonna go halves with ya. oh dam.

[Brett]

Very nice Chris. Look forward to your write up. Still the SD for me though!!

[saul]

I thought the bike looked and sounded fantastic. :cool:

In my opinion it appears to be more refined than the duke.

Toes are gonna drag though mate your gonna have to move them:devil2:

Look foward to some fun times at the cafe:chase:

[Brett]

I thought the bike looked and sounded fantastic. :cool:

In my opinion it appears to be more refined than the duke.

Toes are gonna drag though mate your gonna have to move them:devil2:

Look foward to some fun times at the cafe:chase:

You have a nice new bike there too. When I was riding with you in Tauranga last year you had the 636. Hows the 675?

[flame]

Congrats Chris! she is stunning:niceone: now ya have an excuse for another road trip to Wellyville.

[Laava]

Mods can you please make "Gone and done it......." a sticky?:done::lol:

[TONO]

Well this afternoon I swapped my KTM for a MV Agusta Brutale-R :devil2:
This bike is some serious porn as was the SD-R but the Brutale is so much better to ride on the road.
Got a ride over to Coroglen tomorrow morning so will take some pic's of my new baby then :niceone:

YOU DIRTY STINKING ROTTON LUCKY BARSTEWARD:bash: Tis a Bootiful ting my fren.:drool:
Can't wait to see it in the flesh...Neked as a jaybird:eek5:

[Unit]

<_<

so im taking bets how long before the next upgrade. how much higher can he go?
all bets on.
As I have the inside info, Im happy to take bribes. But, did I see this coming? Hell no, not a bit. We were looking at one of these 6 months ago thinking we would never be able to have one in the longest time, but Master Chris managed the mean deal as usual (hey, the shop doesnt have to agree do they).
All started on Tuesday when Chris call into Strada to check out the Aprillia Shiver.
Was keen to go for a pootle on it today but the weather is crap, never mind, my turn will come. Keep peeking in the garage though and pinching myself, happy to see this one sit in the garage for a while.
Whats next is a very fascinating question, even for us.
Note to self, must let Bike Rider Mag know as they asked the question when they printed my little story about our bikes.

[puddy]

but how have you found the riding position? I've read it's a bit cramped for those of us taller than average?


Chris isn't all that tall! It's just those platform boots (KISS Boots from Uncle Gene)!
And Chris, I showed my son and he said 'But where are the FLAMES?' BRING BACK THE TEN!
Nice bike if ya like that gay flameless half a swingarm look!:laugh:

[Unit]

Chris isn't all that tall! It's just those platform boots (KISS Boots from Uncle Gene)!

Shoosh Maha Man doesnt know his boots are missing

[Swoop]

so im taking bets how long before the next upgrade. how much higher can he go?
all bets on.
Well...
Next bike has to be a Britten.

But failing that, I am guessing a Honda Cub.
Then starting to progress UP the bike ladder again.:niceone:

[madandy]

Mmm beautiful MV.
Shouldn't be hard to spot around the district.
You have excellent taste in motorcycles :first:

[Cr1MiNaL]

To be honest all these bikes are fine, but I feel the 10 suited u Chris like no other, I just cant c the raw angry power in any of these bikes, they look pretty but thats about it bring back 178 rwhp and the flames.
YR64L out.

[Waylander]

To be honest all these bikes are fine, but I feel the 10 suited u Chris like no other, I just cant c the raw angry power in any of these bikes, they look pretty but thats about it bring back 178 rwhp and the flames.
YR64L out.
Doesn't have to be a high powered sports bike with flames to look like it's gonna reach up and bitch slap you.
This one will do it and then kick you in the jingles. Is that angry enough for you?

[Unit]

To be honest all these bikes are fine, but I feel the 10 suited u Chris like no other, I just cant c the raw angry power in any of these bikes, they look pretty but thats about it bring back 178 rwhp and the flames.
YR64L out.
That is precisely the point and why he is riding nakeds today, at least Chris has had the good sense to take his riding in a direction that will have a higher probability of keeping him right side of the earth a lot longer

[jafar]

That is precisely the point and why he is riding nakeds today, at least Chris has had the good sense to take his riding in a direction that will have a higher probability of keeping him right side of the earth a lot longer

Pulling a couple of plug leads off would have a similar effect too :girlfight:

What was wrong with the old bike ? ashtray full was it ? :buggerd:

[vifferman]

I've had a close look at Finn's and they are a work of art. The swingarm is an awesome bit of engineering.
Yes indeed!
I wish Honda/Elf could design a decent swingarm for the VFR.

Lovely bike, Mr DMNTD, Sir! Congratulations and all that.:niceone:

[discotex]

I just keep consoling myself with the knowledge that at least you don't have all of them sitting idle in your garage. You're singlehandedly creating the second hand market for shit hot bikes :yes:

Still looking at the RC8 or is the Brute hanging around for a bit yet?

[Mr. Peanut]

Well if you can claim the depreciation and get some tax $$$ back then brilliant idea, every bike you get increases the supply of used bikes for the masses :jerry:

[DMNTD]

Still looking at the RC8 or is the Brute hanging around for a bit yet?
I still see myself owning a RC8 in the future but may just wait for its second generation to come out. In saying that there's 3 other bikes that I have my eye on too.
It also comes down to which Co. I'll be contracted to



Well if you can claim the depreciation and get some tax $$$ back then brilliant idea...
Exactly... :niceone:

[MidnightMike]

I've said it once, I'll say it again. Much more satisfying aesthetically than the RC8.


Your pics dont do it justice though.... :niceone:

http://s2.bikewalls.com/pictures/MV_Agusta_Brutale_910_R_2006_05_1024x768.jpg


Astonishing looking bikes the Brutale's.

[DMNTD]

You're pics dont do it justice though..

LMFTO!! Sorry man but Coroglen isn't exactly a photo studio...anyway I don't need pic's as I've got the real thing not 15m from me :bleh:

[Finn]

To be honest all these bikes are fine, but I feel the 10 suited u Chris like no other, I just cant c the raw angry power in any of these bikes, they look pretty but thats about it bring back 178 rwhp and the flames.
YR64L out.

Says the man with a puddle jumper.

[DMNTD]

To be honest all these bikes are fine, but I feel the 10 suited u Chris like no other, I just cant c the raw angry power in any of these bikes, they look pretty but that's about it bring back 178 rwhp and the flames.

Ummmm no thanks....been there,did that and enjoyed it for what it was.
However I "suffer" from what's called "I'm-a-genuine-motorcyclist-itis" therefore I like to test-own all styles of motorcycle and appreciate them for what they are.
TBH I've been enjoying the nekkid buzz more so than the over the top HP machines that I've owned.
LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen

[kiwifruit]

Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen

i want one tooooooooooo :girlfight:

[jafar]

LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen [/B]

You will get here one day mate . nice Honda VT 750 would help you keep your license a bit longer :bleh: Or mabey a Harley Bagger with all the fruit hanging off it :eek5:


i want one tooooooooooo :girlfight:

Cruiser for you too ? excellent choice sir :niceone:




:rockon:

[007XX]

Ummmm no thanks....been there,did that and enjoyed it for what it was.
However I "suffer" from what's called "I'm-a-genuine-motorcyclist-itis" therefore I like to test-own all styles of motorcycle and appreciate them for what they are.
TBH I've been enjoying the nekkid buzz more so than the over the top HP machines that I've owned.
LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen

So....I guess you'll be shaving that couple of seconds off your track time with this baby, eh? :blip: :laugh: (when is that track day btw? :innocent:)

Very, very nice Master...can't wait to see it!!!:clap:

[jafar]

Kiwi Biker Track Day 7 -16/3/2008
THE GREAT KB TRACK DAY 7
TAUPO RACEWAY FULL TRACK

--------------16 March 2008------------------
:whistle:

:dodge:

[deanohit]

LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen
Bring on the Rocket 3!!!! :2thumbsup

[Waylander]

Pulling a couple of plug leads off would have a similar effect too :girlfight:

What was wrong with the old bike ? ashtray full was it ? :buggerd:
WOF and Reg were coming up.


LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen
I know where there is one for sale.

[ArcherWC]

Ummmm no thanks....been there,did that and enjoyed it for what it was.
However I "suffer" from what's called "I'm-a-genuine-motorcyclist-itis" therefore I like to test-own all styles of motorcycle and appreciate them for what they are.
TBH I've been enjoying the nekkid buzz more so than the over the top HP machines that I've owned.
LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen
I know where there is a nice VRod going, low K's n all (its even bleck)

[deanohit]

WOF and Reg were coming up.
Yep, rego and wof is expensive these days! :lol:

[Unit]

What was wrong with the old bike ? ashtray full was it ? :buggerd:
There is never anything wrong with the old bikes, (personally would love to see the KTM stay in Tauranga, any takers?) so yea, musta been a full ashtray


I just keep consoling myself with the knowledge that at least you don't have all of them sitting idle in your garage. You're singlehandedly creating the second hand market for shit hot bikes :yes:
Still looking at the RC8 or is the Brute hanging around for a bit yet?
Guaranteed no bike sits idle around here (if it is, I'll hop on it). RC8 is definitely on the list, but think we will enjoy this one for a bit first :yes:

[Unit]

Well took the 'Brute' out for a 40km ride this evening, as ordered to (I always do as Im told :innocent:)
Firstly, OMG OMG OMG OMG! and one more OMG
This is definitely a bike for experienced riders I would hate to see a salesman let someone out on a test ride without satisfying themselves they have a reasonable amount of riding experience.
It feels really short, but when I got home and made comment of this, we stood it against the 14 and it really wasnt that much shorter, it just feels like it is.
Its an extremely lively bike and the power is very raw and flighty, especially around town. You have to concentrate when cornering because it disappears into the corner so quickly, no need to worry about running wide, more concerns about running narrow, if there's such a thing.
The rear view mirrors are just for looks (excuse the pun), pretty useless. Quite a bit of vibration coming through the bars but once revving a bit this seems to settle,(but not the mirrors, dont depend on seeing anything much out of them).
The KTM was definitely easier to ride in general, but this is much more comfortable. The seat actually feels like a horse saddle, shaped the same but causes the rider to slide forward onto the tank (OK for girls I guess).
The rev counter goes up to 15,000rpm but I didnt dear go over 10,000rpm. At 9,000rpm in 3rd your doing 136km, in 2nd about 78kms, perfect for the tight stuff but so snatchy on the throttle that you really need to play in 3rd.
This is a bike that will take quite some time to master, so I expect it may grace our garage for a while yet

[MVnut]

Just ride it a gear higher than you normally would, the R will pull off idle, no snatchiness, just smooth accel'n, and yes they do corner well. Had a 'moment' myself nearly taking out an inside marker peg with my left shoulder on an exit not long ago (thought I was goin in nice n hot....shoulda been 20km hotter-on the Senna). You can trust the MVs far beyond a normal bike, then the R will impress you even more.:woohoo::woohoo:

[Clivoris]

LOL...you'll prolly shit yourself when I buy a Harley/Cruiser eh? Yes...it WILL happen


i want one tooooooooooo :girlfight:


Bring on the Rocket 3!!!! :2thumbsup

I'll have a Rocket 3 as well puleeese.

[discotex]

I still see myself owning a RC8 in the future but may just wait for its second generation to come out. In saying that there's 3 other bikes that I have my eye on too.
It also comes down to which Co. I'll be contracted to


You should do a reality show next time... I can see the name already.. "Gone and done it" (can I be camera man/anonymous test rider?)



Guaranteed no bike sits idle around here (if it is, I'll hop on it). RC8 is definitely on the list, but think we will enjoy this one for a bit first :yes:

I bet you will! Always eye up the Brute and F4 at Motomail and dribble until someone snaps me out of it.