If by too big you mean the seat height, the SV1000 and SV650 are the same size. I'm only 5 ' 7 and have no problems getting both feet on the ground on the 1000.Originally Posted by beanz
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If by too big you mean the seat height, the SV1000 and SV650 are the same size. I'm only 5 ' 7 and have no problems getting both feet on the ground on the 1000.
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You're a dirty little shit stirrer!!!!!!
Ignore the comments re the 600 Hornet - irrelevant when you are considering the 900.
SV1000 - I was looking at one several times, nice bikes - but I found the S bloody uncomfortable and surprisingly revvy for a big bore V-twin - I expected to be able to lug them around using that claimed V-twin grunt but they need some revs. I preferred the naked version but they were too expensive. Sound really nice with Yoshis, Two Brothers etc etc
Very happy with my 900 Hornet - suits me. And yes pipe one or tweak the stock outlets for more noise. What do they sound like? a twin muffler IL4 .........
Don't worry about the temp meter they tend to run down the low end of the dial - that wee nick in the line down near the bottom is the 'warm' mark! Idle should be smooth - may be something as simple as plugs.
Ducati Monster - nice - I have always liked the style but could not afford a new big bore one and could afford a new Honda 900!
Two very different engines on your list so the best bet is for you to ride both - more than once as first time around on a unfamiliar bike often leaves you with a unrealistic opinion of the bike.
I'ma get medieval on your ass!
The Hornet is generally well-regarded. Its the safe and easy option.
The trouble is we don't ride bikes simply for transport - they are an object of passion and enjoyment. I can't see you regretting the Ducati. Take no notice of the myths regarding costly maintenance and reliability. From the late 90s Ducati upped their game to compete with the others so you don't need to worry about buying a problem.
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In 04 I was looking at getting back into road bikes after a good few years of dirt in Aussie. I was initially looking at the 900 Hornet went for a ride and thought "this is not bad" Then in Chch I saw a 2nd hand S4 for about the same $ as a new Hornet.....
I had been looking/drooling about the Monsters and after "She who must be obeyed" saw the lust in my eyes and said "You want it, go on ...buy it"
I did.
I put some 25000km on it and 18months back traded up to the S4Rs. and have done a further 27000 km...I love it on the road and it more than holds its own at a track day....I have now bought another Ducati.
I love the Torque rush, the handling and the styling....I do not like the clutch rattle
I would not use an S4 for commuting and city living....anything else, touring included, most definately!
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If you want a idea of what any bike sounds like with a aftermarket pipe on it search youtube - for the Hornet search for 919+yoshimura or similar and there are plenty of vids. Lots of Ducatis!!!!!
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Ducati all the way bro, hondas are gay!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-285581451.htm
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-279388848.htm
i just have to link this one, for the lawls
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-286103111.htm
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Have you riden/owned any Ducatis ...especialy the paul smart 1000 and mahlia you are suggesting to OP as a good commuter/all around bike for $7000??? ...i mean good luck haggling the price down from 20K,
thats brings me to next question have you owned/riden any hondas either?
since you are dishing out reliable advice and all, lol
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sod the rules!
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as long as you maintain the hornet as per specifications you will not have any issues untill atleast 200 000km.
Mine is about to clock 90 000 soon and is going stronger than ever. Does everything from gravel riding, sport touring, commuting and track riding. Could not have wished for a better bike.
No experience on the moster, but if I was choosing a big bike once again, I would go for the hornet or sure.
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I've owned an SV650 and a 900 Hornet, both bought new, both now sold. Also lusted after a Monster.
Ducatis: well cool. expensive (generally) expensive to service too. Go well, usually have good components on them and perform well and look good. Apparently the key to any second hand one is service history, knowing htat its been looked after.
SV650: good little bike, built to a price. handle well, and nimble. Not overly powerful (what, 70hp? 75?). Popular. Biggest issue with the built to a price thing is the suspension. The forks are too soft, the rear is too hard. Easy to fix, just apply money. Ohlins shock, and either cartridges ($$) or emulators and springs and oil. Figure $3k. They also dont make enough noise and the trap for young players is you have to cut the pipe to put a can on them. Thats no drama but could be a bit daunting. Parts "Should" be available and cheap. They go well with good tyres. No surprise they are the weapon of choice for ProTwins. Which has driven the prices up a bit it seems. Injected too, so thats good.
Hornet. I bought it because it reminded me of my SOHC 750 hondas Plus it was $11k brand spankers. Jack of all trades, good at everything, fun on a trackday, I toured on it, commuted and whatnot, it was great. But same caveats: Forks were horrible stock, and the stock shock was waaaay oversprung for me. useful to stop the rear wheel rubbing on the seat and thats about it. Apply magic fix (Hi Robert, please sort this shit out and charge my credit card) and away you go. easy. not cheap. Honda well made-ness.
the new CB1000F at $20k is waaaaaay too dear for what it is IMO. they should have kept the 919 based one.
Would I buy another? It depends.
My pick would be the Hornet.
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Little bit off topic..but who is this magical Robert that fixes factory suspensions? Is he in Auckland?
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Strange post.
I would pick the 900 Hornet over the SV (in fact I did). Generally a better all round ride and is plenty of fun, especially with a quick sprocket change up front.
I do like the Monster as well, it has that 'not Japanese' quality and is also a fun bike.
I have never ridden a 600 Hornet, but I can imagine it is different to riding the 900.
Bring back Buell
Having owned a Cb900(the same one firefighter had)found it a fun easy to ride jack of all trades master of none type bike,
had twin GPR pipes gave it a better sound but still too quite.
it was just lacking something,went well ,handled well ,stopped well, just lacking in soul.
Rode a mates SV1000,as well as a couple more,sounds grouse with two bros cans, goes bloody well,stops good,handles good.
The SV would be my pick over the hornet.
Another bike to add to the try list would be a Buell,(not that i'm biased or anything)
does everything the others do, with slightly less power than the SV and CB but more than the Duc.
Comes with truck loads of soul.
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If you want reliable,fast transport buy the honda.
If you want something that moves your soul buy the DUCATI.
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If 165rwhp doesn't move your soul, I'd suggest you lost it a long time ago. Anyone that thinks that any Ducati has more soul than a Fireblade is an ignorant loon.
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