Aprilia query

[george formby]

You wouldn't happen to be byast at all???

Do you know what he means about the "Factorypro Eurosport jet kit"?

Only insofar as the Dommie has been sold in the gazillions, parts are easy to get, it's easy to work on (relatively), they hold there value & are a very capable all roads bike which can do seriously big mileages reliably.
Just my opinion, you need a bike you can ride without struggling for parts or having mysterious issues. Not saying there would be an issue with the Peg but..... I've learned to temper my lust for the slightly exotic after shelling out a bit of cash & scraping my knuckles in a dark, icy shed trying to get the apple of my eye running to get to work the next day.

[MystikEagle]

Only insofar as the Dommie has been sold in the gazillions, parts are easy to get, it's easy to work on (relatively), they hold there value & are a very capable all roads bike which can do seriously big mileages reliably.
Just my opinion, you need a bike you can ride without struggling for parts or having mysterious issues. Not saying there would be an issue with the Peg but..... I've learned to temper my lust for the slightly exotic after shelling out a bit of cash & scraping my knuckles in a dark, icy shed trying to get the apple of my eye running to get to work the next day.

I appreciate the input and will definately take it on board. Thanks

[george formby]

They're still using it in their new G650G.

Yup, and still only four valves.

[george formby]

I appreciate the input and will definately take it on board. Thanks

Getting a ride on a bike you fancy is a good thing. Have a fossick around your local bike shops & see if at least you can have a sit on one.

[MystikEagle]

Getting a ride on a bike you fancy is a good thing. Have a fossick around your local bike shops & see if at least you can have a sit on one.

I haven't seen one in Hamilton but doing just that has changed my mind about wanting a cruiser and steered me more towards the sports bikes. I have to thank Peter from Hamilton Honda for explaining the seating positions of the different styles in a way that I found very easy to understand.

[Akzle]

aprillias are hoey-fussy-bitch-ass-italians.

imagine an italian guy.. with a filthy pencil-mo-stache.

best avoided says i.

[george formby]

Yeah, thanks for sharing that, too much of a farm bike for me though...

Well spotted, it has had a bit of, erm, customizing done..

Should look like THIS

I shall say no more on the subject.

[MystikEagle]

Well spotted, it has had a bit of, erm, customizing done..

Should look like THIS

I shall say no more on the subject.

That one's as old as me! lol

[Hitcher]

The Pegaso is a Clayton's Italian bike: the engine is made by Suzuki.

[LankyBastard]

If you like sport bike styling, but with an upright riding position, have you looked at the tried and trusted like Ninja 250's? My better half (same age as you) started on a Ninja 250, now rides a Ninja 650. You could pick up a good one for $4k, vastly more reliable, great fun to ride, cheap to own. And they do look good to boot! Oh and there will be one in the Tron for you to ride i'm sure. As others have said before me it is imperative that you ride before you buy! I can't stress that enough!!

Good luck

[MystikEagle]

If you like sport bike styling, but with an upright riding position, have you looked at the tried and trusted like Ninja 250's? My better half (same age as you) started on a Ninja 250, now rides a Ninja 650. You could pick up a good one for $4k, vastly more reliable, great fun to ride, cheap to own. And they do look good to boot! Oh and there will be one in the Tron for you to ride i'm sure. As others have said before me it is imperative that you ride before you buy! I can't stress that enough!!

Good luck

Thanks for that mate but I find the Ninja puts me too much in a racing position, otherwise I would probably have one by now! Really good prices on them

[mossy1200]

With a learners idd pick one of these. Real fun to ride.
Idd offer 3400 and ask him to freight it and you pay the freight. Its a little to overpriced at 4k.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-521555741.htm



This would be another good option

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-511481829.htm

[MystikEagle]

With a learners idd pick one of these. Real fun to ride.
Idd offer 3400 and ask him to freight it and you pay the freight. Its a little to overpriced at 4k.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-521555741.htm



This would be another good option

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-511481829.htm

Awesome! Both added to watchlist...

Although I would like to find something closer so I can take it for a test ride to make sure I like it. Check out my other thread for advice on suitable bikes

[mossy1200]

Awesome! Both added to watchlist...

Although I would like to find something closer so I can take it for a test ride to make sure I like it. Check out my other thread for advice on suitable bikes

If needed I can call into TSS and have a good look at the second one.
TSS a good to deal with. Seat height and width of both is well suited to a comfy ride and easy to learn on without being cruiser.

I had a Revere which is basically a bros with a more touring height handle bars. really impressed with the torque and power they make without having to rev the motor.

Maybe someone in ChCh could see what its like for you.

Have read other thread. Im just trying to see if you can handle multi thread reply tasking.

[MystikEagle]

If needed I can call into TSS and have a good look at the second one.
TSS a good to deal with. Seat height and width of both is well suited to a comfy ride and easy to learn on without being cruiser.

I had a Revere which is basically a bros with a more touring height handle bars. really impressed with the torque and power they make without having to rev the motor.

Maybe someone in ChCh could see what its like for you.

Have read other thread. Im just trying to see if you can handle multi thread reply tasking.

Thanks, I will keep all in mind but probably wait and see if anything comes up closer to home. I am taking my time with this, want to make sure I get the right bike as I won't be able to upgrade for quite a while...