Got a good offer on my R-6. What next??

[Chickenlegs]

Well, as I see it, you've answered some of the question.

It depends on whether you place emphasis on looks over performance and rideability.

Ultimately, a litre bike is better. It's not for the power... It's the torque. A litre bike makes more torque at 4000 than any 600 period! It's the torque that makes them fun and easier to ride every day and on the street...

Which litre bike you choose, we all like different things... Best you ride them and choose for yourself.

PS, last years graphs...

[Bardman]

The 04 R1 is very "soft" down low, you sure it wasn't a K6 600?

It was a thou, but hey opinions vary
It wasnt quite as ugly as the k6 600, but close, i say again opinions vary.
Now im off to pull ma head outta me arse n do some knee draggin scratchin on the best looking thou on the market, but hey opinions vary

[bsod]

Have you thought about an Aprilia RSV-R? Top bikes...

[Zoolander]

If you're hoping to sell him yours, you'll have to be ready to ship it to the States....

[bsod]

I just think they are great bikes, And I am glad I had the chance to ride one.

[FkNAmerican]

The RC-8 is an interesting choice but its also a first gen bike for KTM......I think I'll let others iron out any flaws before I hop on the bandwagon. Plus, KTM has never really been on my radar. I would consider the super duke as a second bike.....but the RC-8 really is the first bike KTM has made that I would even consider as my one and only motorcycle......

In short, KTM still has alot to prove before I front the kind of cash they're askin' for that bike. Im willing to bet the RC-8 will be alot better after its mid-life update.....and Im patient enough for that.

As far as the Aprilia RSV-R goes......its nice but it just doesnt do it for me. The RSV-4.....THAT does tick all the right boxes and in a big way!!

The more I think about it the more I think GSXR-1000 or R-1 (with power commander and custom map). I can get a great deal on both.

I need to get on an R-1 and see how it goes........that will be the deciding factor.

[bsod]

Good luck on the hunt. I rode alot of the bikes before I bought my Aprilia and I thought the R1 was one of the best rides. 2nd only to my lovely RSVR of course

[FkNAmerican]

V-twin ownership is kinda like mairrage:

I know its gonna happen one day.....I'm sure I'll love it when it does.....but I'm still young enough to want my power up top.