LeSentier Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 Gents, In the next two weeks I will probably receive my driving license for motorcycles. I thought with nearly 40 years it's time to start a new Hobby. I am looking for something retro, masculine, easy to drive and reliable. Some people suggested a Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star, others recommended a Honda Seven Fifty (CB 750 1993-2003). I am not a fan of racing bikes, super moto or enduro - it should be a retro naked bike, or a cruiser. No need for speed, just relaxed cruising. Tried both, like both! Has anyone of you experience with those bikes, or some other recommendations for me? Another thing is for sure - to finance this bike, my gn concepta Mark XVI has to go...:-( Thanks in advance, J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 I would recommend a harley 1200 sportster or a dyna street bob shop around and you will be surprised at the price you can get them at a mate of mine just bought a street bob brand new in the uk for£10000 Compare that to the Price in € it was a big bargain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocram Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 Get a Triumph Speed Triple! Never drove a better bike besides my Husqvarna Super Moto! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted August 21, 2011 Report Share Posted August 21, 2011 Test ride a Ducati Diavel before making a decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krpster Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 For your first bike I would definitely stay away from anything over 600cc. 750 tops. Even in the cruiser line. While they may not be the fastest the gobs of torque the larger cruisers have can get you into big trouble really quick. Too often I see new riders go for the big bikes before they have really learned how to ride. It rarely ends well. If you want a naked bike that sits between a sport bike and a cruiser then I would recommend the following: Suzuki SV650 Yamaha FZ6 Both are well mannered but will giddyup when you want. Insurance is quite reasonable. They can be had second hand for not too bad a price. If these are not the style you are looking for there are others out there in either direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Ducati GT1000 would be a dream to ride. Comfortable, sporty and unusual. Also, the HD 1200 as previously suggested would be a solid runner. Can even go with some of their "themed" bikes. Black out, etc... I ride a CB350 cafe racer styled and love it. My wife has a kawasaki ZX6r(600 sports bike) and I like that one too, but only on short trips. E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeSentier Posted August 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Hi all, thanks for all your suggestions. I am also (of course) interested in the HD bikes, but they are somewhat expensive and exotic here in Austria. I also like the style of the 1200 sportster, and of course the Vrod, but I don´t think the vrod is a beginners bike. I also appreciate the advice regarding the 600-750 ccm - I think they are easier to ride than the "larger ones". Diavel and Triumph are very nice, but I want to live a little longer... Difficult choice... Thank you community for your all of your input! Best,J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 If you're new, the SV650 advice is good advice. It gets you used to the v-twin torque your ideal bikes produce while not killing you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted August 23, 2011 Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 If you're new, the SV650 advice is good advice. It gets you used to the v-twin torque your ideal bikes produce while not killing you. x 22 at least the SV can handle unlike those fugly cruisers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Troy Posted August 23, 2011 Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 A Triumph Bonneville Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dani Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Ducati Diavel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 you guys do realize that you are advising a first-time 40 year old rider, right ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempire Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Aprilia RSV4 Factory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krpster Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 you guys do realize that you are advising a first-time 40 year old rider, right ? My thoughts exactly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 you guys do realize that you are advising a first-time 40 year old rider, right ? Yes, hence the SV650 advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Yes, hence the SV650 advice. i wasn't referring to you, but the others talking about Diavels, RSVs & GT1000s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted August 25, 2011 Report Share Posted August 25, 2011 Me lady is a bad motor scooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeSentier Posted August 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2011 Thanks all! Currently I am in love with the Triumph Bonneville SE, and the T100 - I read a lot of good things about them. I don't know which of the looks I like more. I will also test drive the seven fifty and the new intruder M800. Best, J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dani Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 Ducati Diavel is an all-round good machine whit many beneficial ad ones like abs,auto suspension settings and many more cool things.. Easy to ride also.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Thanks all! Currently I am in love with the Triumph Bonneville SE, and the T100 - I read a lot of good things about them. I don't know which of the looks I like more. I will also test drive the seven fifty and the new intruder M800. Best, J Please invest in a decent insurance polcy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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