A non sports bike sports bike?

**Usarka** · 26th September 2008, 18:32

Was out riding today dreaming of my perfect bike and came to the conclusion that I want a bike that can do everything.

Of course thats not going to happen, so narrowing it down:

a) High spec new components (suspension, brakes etc), not from the parts bin at the factory.
b) Sports bike handling
c) Relaxed riding position (ie able to ride it for more than 30 minutes without getting cramp or having to do the sports-bike-no-i'm-not-having-a-wank-i'm-relieving-the-pressure-from-my-wrist at every opportunity)
d) Acceptable trade off between b and c.
e) Doesn't scrape bits when lent over.

In other words a bike that can be used day to day and for touring, but is designed to go fast with good components. (Kind of like the old cbr600f.....imho)

Does such a bike exist?

Oh, I forgot f) upside down forks. Must have upside down forks. (p/t in case thats not obvious).

**JMemonic** · 26th September 2008, 18:43

Unfortunately they stopped making them, well Ducati did anyhow, take a look at the ST range.

I am just a little biased.

**James Deuce** · 26th September 2008, 18:44

Tuono Factory.

**AlBundy** · 26th September 2008, 18:53

Well, the handling is subjective....

I've just taken the pseudo motard through some twisties and it's heaps of fun....

Suppose it just depends if you want to go naked or not... Opens a lot of doors... MV Brutale, Superduke, etc.... All well spec'd too...

**xgnr** · 26th September 2008, 22:54

Originally Posted by Usarka

Was out riding today dreaming of my perfect bike and came to the conclusion that I want a bike that can do everything.

Of course thats not going to happen, so narrowing it down:

a) High spec new components (suspension, brakes etc), not from the parts bin at the factory.
b) Sports bike handling
c) Relaxed riding position (ie able to ride it for more than 30 minutes without getting cramp or having to do the sports-bike-no-i'm-not-having-a-wank-i'm-relieving-the-pressure-from-my-wrist at every opportunity)
d) Acceptable trade off between b and c.
e) Doesn't scrape bits when lent over.

In other words a bike that can be used day to day and for touring, but is designed to go fast with good components. (Kind of like the old cbr600f.....imho)

Does such a bike exist?

Oh, I forgot f) upside down forks. Must have upside down forks. (p/t in case thats not obvious).

I guess the BMW K Bikes don't quite fit?

Damn...no upside down forks eh

**slowpoke** · 26th September 2008, 22:58

If you are cashed up:
BMW K1200R
2008 CB1000R
Aprilia Tuono (later)
KTM Superduke (later big tank model)

If you are less cashed up:
Yamaha Thunderace
K1 GSXR1000 (suprisingly comfy)
CBR600F4i
Yamaha Thundercat
Aprilia Tuono (earlier)
Triumph Sprint
Aprilia Falco

The options are endless really

**yod** · 26th September 2008, 23:01

check my profile pic

**Bullitt** · 26th September 2008, 23:13

Seems like your after a sportsbike with a more upright riding position. So buy any sports bike and move the footpegs forward and the handlebars up. Only little adjustments will make enough difference.

**NighthawkNZ:Me** · 26th September 2008, 23:20

VStrom......

**PaddyFZ1** · 27th September 2008, 09:53

Have a look at the 06- FZ1.
A lot of parts taken directly from the R1.
Handles great, plenty of power.
The riding position allows for long stints without having to unfold yourself when you get off the bike.

**discotex** · 27th September 2008, 10:01

Originally Posted by Usarka

In other words a bike that can be used day to day and for touring, but is designed to go fast with good components. (Kind of like the old cbr600f.....imho)

Does such a bike exist?

Oh, I forgot f) upside down forks. Must have upside down forks. (p/t in case thats not obvious).

You mean something like the new CB600F?

http://www.motorcycledaily.com/10oct...ondahornet.htm

Haven't seen one yet but on paper they look great. Even has USD forks so it must be fast.

CB1000R is probably more what I'd go for personally but I'd be test riding the 600 for sure.

**AllanB** · 27th September 2008, 10:54

You funny wee fella.

Where you been in the past few years?

Pop down to your Triumph dealer - Speed or Street Triples will suit.

I'd say a Hornet 900 but then a bunch a fart-faces would come on here and tell me how gay they are. But most of those people appear to be riding old clapped out sports bikes and hark back to the days when their rides were actually desired.

Plus they do not have the UD forks you so desire.

The new 600 and 1000 would suit if you are so inclined. Also those earlier mention Yahamas are very nice.

Naked SV1000 possibly.

Bonnie? (if you can get over the forks).

**Rockbuddy** · 27th September 2008, 10:57

one word VMAX

**Usarka** · 27th September 2008, 15:32

Tuono Factory -

unfortunately i'd prefer it to not cost twice a "standard" sportstbike! But certainly one on the dream list.

Fortget the vmax I'll go the rocket

**Usarka** · 27th September 2008, 15:37

Originally Posted by discotex

You mean something like the new CB600F?

http://www.motorcycledaily.com/10oct...ondahornet.htm

Haven't seen one yet but on paper they look great. Even has USD forks so it must be fast.

CB1000R is probably more what I'd go for personally but I'd be test riding the 600 for sure.

Nice, just looking through the specs though and it still seems lower specd than the rr equivalents.

I may just buy a track bike.....