Kawasaki Versys 2008

[denill]

I had a - dont laugh - Dylan 125 scooter an absolute blast as a company scooter but tended to turn into a nutter when I got on it....

I'm not laughing. Added a Dylan 150 to the stable recently - and it's the hooniest ride I've had for some time?
As you say - It seems to bring out the worst, but hey it's FUN!

[Flying Naartjie]

I had a look at the Versys at Maunders Suzuki. I wasn't talking with anyone there about it though, so don't know its history. It looked ok though.

I think they look like great bikes ... for a "one bike does lots of things" ... kind of bike. I have my doubts about riding it that far on gravel or on rough roads/tracks. I think that 17" hoop on the front may be a bit limiting. However for commuting and riding the twisties .... it would be brilliant.

For me .... I am going to head in the direction of an adventure bike, and have pretty much decided on a Kawasaki KLR650. I think it will suit my purposes better.
As for the Scooters ... the Burgman is a blast, and was a real suprise for me. I enjoy scoots, so don't have a real problem with them. I ride a PGO 150 T-Rex to work each day, and really enjoy it. I must admit I become a bit of a hoon on the scoot .... which I don't tend to be so much of on my CB1300S. (ok well I do "get along" at a reasonable pace on the open road ...
Good luck with finding your ideal bike.

Check out this link: http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...pirelli-tires/

These fellas seem to be getting pretty far off-road with a Versys on MT60 Pirellis. Does anyone know if the MT60s are available in NZ?

[Waxxa]

Great website Flying Naartjie, makes feel good about buying mine!

[NordieBoy]

Check out this link: http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcyc...pirelli-tires/

These fellas seem to be getting pretty far off-road with a Versys on MT60 Pirellis. Does anyone know if the MT60s are available in NZ?

I got 2500km from my rear 160/60/17 before it was shot.
I like them on my Nordie (They're the OEM tyre) but they are a bit pricey.