Fair enough, though the new one has a larger fuel tank up 1.5 litres I think.Originally Posted by Geeen
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Fair enough, though the new one has a larger fuel tank up 1.5 litres I think.
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Naked BMW is going to retail for just under $20k in Aussie .........
Hardcore Biker
Ironically the parts and warranty for Aprilias are handled by Triumph NZ - who are the ones so terrible with getting shit done in a timely fashion.Was once at the top of my list too, but didn't like the horrible seat and fuel range. So glad I didn't now, considering there's one in NZ with a poked engine and been off the road for over a year while sorting warranty etc. I've heard KTM aren't any better.
Definitely a tough call between the S1000R, KTM 1290 and Tuono V4. I'd give my left nut to have any of those bikes. Will be interesting to see how Triumph respond, and if they up their game.
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Hmm, Triumph should be REALLY worried then......
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Agree - reckon that in theory puts it smack in Triumphs $
Has left the building
Even more ironic is that in effect Triumph NZ now are importing the BMW range too...and if you throw in the wee 800cc Brutale, same importer too.
To be fair, I see all 3 or 4 of those bikes as quite different. The KTM is a complete animal and by no means is that a bad thing.
The Triumph is the most behaved out of the group and that will appeal to a wide range of people. We chose our Tuono (and RSV4) over the others simply because of the noise factor and the easy to use electronic package.
Like the Triumph it has a longer wheelbase than say the Brutale which means that it is nicer to ride on NZ roads.
IMO I believe that the BMW will simply be 'too good' and you wouldn't get to really enjoy it unless you were right up it
Scooter boy
I've owned a v4 tuono now for a yr and half and absolutely luv this bike it's amazing and the only place it won't go as far as fuel is concerned is into Milford sounds so I got a fuel bladder to carry if I need !! The seat is firm but it's a good shape I can ride all day , the sound is out of this world ! Great bike for that money for sure !
Bogeyman
Aye, nice looking machine that BMW. I've been avoiding the local KTM shop too.
But when it comes to aftermarket support failures some of us have very long memories. Which isn't to say I'd never own a marque handled by Triumph NZ, just that it'd have to be priced as a completely unsupported purchase.
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Ugly, very very ugly
Another fine example of being hit about about the head by the German ugly stick
I'm sure they are a great ride, but I would not want one.
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Lucky you then.....no cunt offered you one
Hardcore Biker
I need a bike, this will do nicely, yikes its $25k
Best Frenemy you could have!
Comparing to Superduke, Tuono etc, it's actually well priced... or the others are expensiveI need a bike, this will do nicely, yikes its $25k
Bored Room
170 HP , that must be wonderful to ride on our extensive Autobahn network and for weekend rides to other countries.....
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boike sssssssssslut
Soooooooooooooo as much fun as the K1300R, oh lord I came close to owning one170 HP , that must be wonderful to ride on our extensive Autobahn network and for weekend rides to other countries.....my licence would have vapourised, if be half as tourqey and tractableas the K1300 it would be a blast........ABS ASR quick shift mmm....mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Hey It's Mr Nice Guy
Best Frenemy you could have!
We've got a K1300S just happening to be lonely... we'll be sending it your way probably around summer for rego'ing and sell on behalf...Soooooooooooooo as much fun as the K1300R, oh lord I came close to owning one
Go on... you know you want to
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