swdivad Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 OK... I got an itch, it's gotta be scratched... It's been many years since I've ridden, I owned a few Harleys in my mid 20s, but haven't since then. Now, I want a naked bike, something knarley, but not too big... I'm thinking 750cc max... I live in Bangkok, so it's gotta be small and maneuverable, the traffic here is horrendous So far, I'm liking these (not in any order whatsoever): Aprilla Shiver 750 (don't know if available here) Duc Monster 796 Triumph Street Triple 675 Anyone have suggestions or comments? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 You know what i would go for would be the smaller BMW GS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geo1nah2a Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 Get a Kawasaki Z-1000. Splits lanes like a moped, and drives in curves like a racing bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 'nuff said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted April 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 'nuff said YOU WIN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renesatz Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 I recommend you some king of supermoto. Due to the geometry it's way better suited for the heavy traffic. I'd recommend you a KTM Duke 690. This one - though no naked bike - makes the most fun in ultra heavy, anarchy-like traffic... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg2000 Posted April 24, 2011 Report Share Posted April 24, 2011 And I beg to differ with the last comment. Go for the Duc. I have had one since many years (carb 900 Monster) and I think it is - with some distance - the most comfortable bike for city traffic - and the occasional mountain trip cq circuit day - you can buy for that money. Had a 'Blade, had a 'Busa but for city traffic nothing beats the Monster due to the way your arms rest on the handle bars. Every now and then when traffic becomes silly here I choose it over my Jaguar during rush hour and I enjoy every minute of it. Warms quickly in winters ( only 2 cilinders, mind) could do with a windscreen (lots are available on the aftermarket, though I still need to purchase mine). So my advice would be the Duc. All in all it's a great commuters bike. Mind you, on a personal note, I am lurking at @ Bimota SB8-R that's currently @ my dealer and is, in my opinion, one of the most beautifully crafted motorcycles ever made Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted April 25, 2011 Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 OK... I got an itch, it's gotta be scratched... It's been many years since I've ridden, I owned a few Harleys in my mid 20s, but haven't since then. Now, I want a naked bike, something knarley, but not too big... I'm thinking 750cc max... I live in Bangkok, so it's gotta be small and maneuverable, the traffic here is horrendous So far, I'm liking these (not in any order whatsoever): Aprilla Shiver 750 (don't know if available here) Duc Monster 796 Triumph Street Triple 675 Anyone have suggestions or comments? Those are three excellent choices that came to mind before I could finish reading your post. I have a Suzuki Bandit. I also like the VStroms as well or the SV650N's. All Suzuki, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 OK, thanks all... What about suggestions for bikes between 250cc to 500cc ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 considering that speeds aren't that high out there and streets are in a perpetual state of disrepair I'd get something on the lines of motorcross and Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted April 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 considering that speeds aren't that high out there and streets are in a perpetual state of disrepair I'd get something on the lines of motorcross and Streets aren't actually too bad, except when you get out into the sticks... Speeds aren't high at all, so I'm just exploring a bit more on the smaller side, as manoeverability is quite important, and bikes over, say, 500cc become cumbersome in conditions here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgchrono2 Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 get the new TRIUMPH TIGER 800 .... Perfect engine (3 cylinders) with aggresive look & style Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 OK, thanks all... What about suggestions for bikes between 250cc to 500cc ? Not too many naked bikes in that CC range, as most start at the 600 cc level. (I'm talking about the north american market), don't know what the Asian market is like. You could try the DRZ400sm, but that is a totally different bike. Then there is the Suzuki GS500, but there's a big love/hate relationship with those. again, both Suzuki. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 Something from Victory. I suggest the Victory Vegas Jackpot... but your tastes may vary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 i'm guessing monthly maintenance is not exactly a high priority in the tropics either how about a 250cc 2-smoker ? They aren't too good on mileage but damn near unbreakable in the long run Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dani Posted April 27, 2011 Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 Duc monster 696 abs , you need that abs in Thailand ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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