Time for a cruiser?

**Pogo2** · 26th October 2010, 17:27

After sportsbikes, tourers and a maxi scooter maybe its time for a cruiser?

Will go and have a look at the Boulevard range this weekend - I think my preference is for the M series rather than the C series. Looking for something relatively plain with a more 'modern' shape, so maybe an M50.

What would you recommend for someone starting out on the cruiser path?

**Crasherfromwayback** · 26th October 2010, 17:31

Originally Posted by Pogo2

After sportsbikes, tourers and a maxi scooter maybe its time for a cruiser?

Will go and have a look at the Boulevard range this weekend - I think my preference is for the M series rather than the C series. Looking for something relatively plain with a more 'modern' shape, so maybe an M50.

What would you recommend for someone starting out on the cruiser path?

Boy can I do a deal on an M50 for you!

If you'd like to PM me your phone number, I'll happily call you at a time that suits you best, to let you know what I can do.

Pete WMCC

**munster** · 26th October 2010, 17:33

Go the M50!

Though to be honest, the 2010 make over does nothing for me.

I prefer the 05 - 09 look.

**=cJ=** · 26th October 2010, 17:48

Took an M50 for a ride, it was nice.

Not that fast, and to be fair, I didn't like the brakes that much, though that's from a GSX-R viewpoint.

Even two-up it was a nice, relaxing ride.

**Genie** · 26th October 2010, 17:51

Oh, Katie-Pie on here is thinking of selling hers...look her up.

**Edbear** · 26th October 2010, 18:03

Originally Posted by Pogo2

After sportsbikes, tourers and a maxi scooter maybe its time for a cruiser?

Will go and have a look at the Boulevard range this weekend - I think my preference is for the M series rather than the C series. Looking for something relatively plain with a more 'modern' shape, so maybe an M50.

What would you recommend for someone starting out on the cruiser path?

Originally Posted by Genie

Oh, Katie-Pie on here is thinking of selling hers...look her up.

I'd have an M50 in addition to the the C50T purely for fun! For a one-bike budget the C50T is the way to go if you need regular two-up capability, but ride the M50 like a Hooligan and you'll "get" what it's all about, pure fun with a capital 'F'!

The 805 motor does really well as a tourer and can chug along at moderate revs quite happily with good torque, but get the revs up and push it hard and it will amaze riders of much bigger bikes!

Katiepie is considering selling her M50 and it's agood looking bike. Crasher has a good rep, too! Here's a pic of Katiepie's bike, I don't think she'd mind me posting it as it doesn't give anything away.

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**Pogo2** · 26th October 2010, 18:29

Originally Posted by Edbear

I'd have an M50 in addition to the the C50T purely for fun! For a one-bike budget the C50T is the way to go if you need regular two-up capability, but ride the M50 like a Hooligan and you'll "get" what it's all about, pure fun with a capital 'F'!

The 805 motor does really well as a tourer and can chug along at moderate revs quite happily with good torque, but get the revs up and push it hard and it will amaze riders of much bigger bikes!

Cheers for the advice Edbear. Will take a test ride shortly so as to get the feel if it is me or not. Then who knows..........

**Edbear** · 26th October 2010, 18:43

Originally Posted by Pogo2

Cheers for the advice Edbear. Will take a test ride shortly so as to get the feel if it is me or not. Then who knows..........

Yep! A bike has to fit you and feel right. I rode a few before choosing the C50T and it's perfect for me. Katiepie has found she misses the cornering of a sports bike and she's a wee bit short for her M50, although she does love it.

I'm not so concerned with sportsbike cornering ability these days and find the C50T good enough for my riding and I fit the bike well.

**Gone Burger** · 26th October 2010, 19:07

Why hello there!

Yes... I am considering selling my beautiful m50

The reason? Well, I walked into the shop and saw this bike and fell in love instantly. The next day, after test riding the demo, I was in there and brought it. It has a killer look, and gets so much attention anywhere I go. But... it seems that perhaps me as a rider was more suited for a sports bike? I like twisting and turning fast and tightly, and want to get onto a track and do some training. I wanted to keep this bike for a very long time, and had my heart set on getting a sports bike on the side. But alas, it's not an option finacially, so it will be going, and I will be changing riding styles.

Mine in the m50z limited edition. I see the gorgeous Edbear has posted up the pic of it.. cheers Mr. Bear

I have been riding this bike for 5 months now, and as far as a cruiser goes, it is an awesome bike. As mentioned, it seems I want to ride differently from how this should be ridden, and am out every single week with my friends on their nimble sports bikes. I'm sure they will all back me up in saying, I keep up with them no problem (even up at the high speeds). Yes, the corners need to be taken slower and wider, but if you are happy to do that, it can be greatly enjoyed.

The reviews on these bikes are all pretty good. And people who buy them usually hold onto them for a good wee while. I have just come back from 4 days riding in the South Island, along with my fast friends on their noble steeds, and after putting a new rear tyre on it, I was most impressed of what I could get that bike to do (yes Crasher... I know you are nodding in agreement that I shouldn't be riding it like that, its a cruiser lol). But after 1300k's of sweeping roads, I have come home very happy and got comments everywhere I was parked about it.

I thought I was a cruiser girl through and through and would not be selling this if I really was. But my heart is yearing to lean and weave and up and go

PM me if you have any questions about them. Mine is not listed yet but it might be sooner than later if there was a need. 2009, registered in May 2010, got 18 months of warrenty left, and done about 9000k's (need to check that).

Got a sports bike you want to swap? hehe - cheeky woman.

**Edbear** · 26th October 2010, 19:20

Originally Posted by Katiepie

Why hello there!

Yes... I am considering selling my beautiful m50

The reason? Well, I walked into the shop and saw this bike and fell in love instantly. The next day, after test riding the demo, I was in there and brought it. It has a killer look, and gets so much attention anywhere I go. But... it seems that perhaps me as a rider was more suited for a sports bike? I like twisting and turning fast and tightly, and want to get onto a track and do some training. I wanted to keep this bike for a very long time, and had my heart set on getting a sports bike on the side. But alas, it's not an option finacially, so it will be going, and I will be changing riding styles.

Mine in the m50z limited edition. I see the gorgeous Edbear has posted up the pic of it.. cheers Mr. Bear

I have been riding this bike for 5 months now, and as far as a cruiser goes, it is an awesome bike. As mentioned, it seems I want to ride differently from how this should be ridden, and am out every single week with my friends on their nimble sports bikes. I'm sure they will all back me up in saying, I keep up with them no problem (even up at the high speeds). Yes, the corners need to be taken slower and wider, but if you are happy to do that, it can be greatly enjoyed.

The reviews on these bikes are all pretty good. And people who buy them usually hold onto them for a good wee while. I have just come back from 4 days riding in the South Island, along with my fast friends on their noble steeds, and after putting a new rear tyre on it, I was most impressed of what I could get that bike to do (yes Crasher... I know you are nodding in agreement that I shouldn't be riding it like that, its a cruiser lol). But after 1300k's of sweeping roads, I have come home very happy and got comments everywhere I was parked about it.

I thought I was a cruiser girl through and through and would not be selling this if I really was. But my heart is yearing to lean and weave and up and go

PM me if you have any questions about them. Mine is not listed yet but it might be sooner than later if there was a need. 2009, registered in May 2010, got 18 months of warrenty left, and done about 9000k's (need to check that).

Got a sports bike you want to swap? hehe - cheeky woman.

Awww, shucks... You're far too kind my dear....

Great to hear you had a good time down South! I agree, my sports bike riding mates are always impressed with the capabilities of the C50T, even around the Coro!

**Pogo2** · 27th October 2010, 17:19

Thanks for the info. Just tyre kicking at the mo. I have yet to ride said beast let alone even broach the idea with 'er indoors. So just starting on a voyage of discovery.

However if things progress I'll keep your offer in mind!