Mt-01

**Espresso** · 26th June 2009, 08:59

It's been a while. A long while, but as ya'll know once bikes are in your blood they just can't be let. Suppressed but not cured. Spent a few years on the dirt side of riding life which I still enjoy occasionally. However I'm keen to blow cash I don't have on a beautiful 'land of garage' road bike. I say land of garage 'cos I have now fully carpeted my garage with heaters and TV, a truly great place to socialise and be with ya toys i.e. MY room

The days of trying to disprove lightspeed physics have gone as I just know how many moments I'd last with something like an R1

. The throb of much torque appeals more. Looking at Harleys as such - well yes they do look great, but I just can't get my head around them. The el-cheapo deals at the moment on Suzuki Boulevards are very tempting as a weekend play cruiser.
However looking at the massive engine of the Yamaha MT-01 (I felt the vibe from one at idle a while back) just does something way down inside. Anyone else got experience with the MT-01? What about other suggestions for a forty something year old, self confessed bike addict that's been in denial for too long?

**James Deuce** · 26th June 2009, 10:32

They're Glorious fun. Buy it.

**Winston001** · 26th June 2009, 11:34

There are threads on here discussing various types of v-twins. It's a preferred configuration for many of us. The good news is there is plenty of choice.

The best advice is to ride a few. A bike which gleams and beckons might prove uncomfortable, underpowered, or just......wrong.

You need to decide whether you want a cruiser or sports orientated. In amongst that are adventure bikes which I view as cruisers

and street bikes. Lots of fun kicking tyres ahead of you.

**The Pastor** · 26th June 2009, 11:53

just budget for a new rear tyre a week and you'll be sweeeet

**BMWST?** · 26th June 2009, 12:18

Originally Posted by Winston001

In amongst that are adventure bikes which I view as cruisers

I Agree i think Adventure bikes are bought as "cruisers".They make very comfotable and capable road bikes,and i think THAT is why so many are sold and they never see the far side of a gravel road.

**Pumba** · 26th June 2009, 22:27

MT01 Comfy to ride, typical low redline for a large capacity Vtwin. Plently of tourqe, could do with a bit more ground clearance if memory serves me right (been a year or two scince I rode it) but not to bad.

Overall a good bike, wasnt personally my cup of tea, as I prefer somthing that revs a litle bit more

**aahsv** · 26th June 2009, 22:55

Ducati - enuf said

**Rob Taylor** · 27th June 2009, 09:20

An excellant bike.Comfortable,handles well,good ground clearance,and real easy power.You wont be dissapointed.My mate in Stanmore bay had one for about 3 years,i would have one myself if it wasnt japanese..go take one for a ride,find a debaffled one cause they are shit all muffled up.Good luck...

**crazyhorse** · 27th June 2009, 09:28

Doesn't matter what you ride - so long as you enjoy doing it...

**Espresso** · 27th June 2009, 18:05

Cheers thanks, some food for thought there alright. Interesting..
I've literally bumped into (very gently with my knee) a nicely displayed Triumph Bonneville American. I was never really into the old school Triumphs, Nortons, BSAs and all that, they've never caught my eye. However this bike seemed...nice enough. Not outrageous in any hp or torque dept, couldn't see me ever trying to see how fast I could ride it, more for the basic enjoyment factor maybe. I know V Twins have a great vibe and sound - what about a side by side? Seems kind of a relaxed and cheaper way of getting onto a ride (aka low key, less drama from non riders, the Ex etc), hmm not sure..

**Winston001** · 28th June 2009, 00:46

One thing which happens for many people: Whatever bike you pick will seem powerful enough and just right......for about 6 months. By then the initial thrill will have muted into simple pleasure and chances are you'll start to glance sideways at other bikes, just wondering.......

So you could look at this as a 1 2 3 process over a few years which will help your decision making. There are no bad choices - modern motorcycles are all pretty damned good.

FWIW I'm very happy with my Duc. In fact I'm slightly puzzled that I don't really lust after any other bike. Sure, there are newer, faster, slicker Ducs, Aprilas, SuperDukes, MV Agusta yadda yadda but....I don't care.

Have fun looking and riding.