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hows about

new speed triple?

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... Suzuki GSR600 is a lovely machine. Real smooth, relaxed riding position but that seat is a real pain in the arse. Might just be me but I've found nothing, and I mean nothing to beat the comfort of my Tmax... Mollycoggled me? :-)

Many thanks

for all the comments recommendations - that's exactly what I wanted and has given me much food for thought. Just to reiterate, I was looking to change bikes not because I was banzaing every corner (although of course that's always a temptation) but mainly because of the comfort factor. Even adding bar risers, etc, I don't think would be the ultimate solution. Moreover, I wanted to do more long distance stuff, which is patently not possible (for me anyway) on a sports bike. Not in a hurry to make a hasty and thus bad decision, so plan to get as many test rides as possible on a wide variety of bikes. Will let you know what I get when I get it. Cheers!

Don't touch the Harley!

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May 06

As a rider of many (!) years I have only recently taken the Harley route and can only say that it was a BIG mistake.

I use a scooter for every day work, a 200cc Vespa. Inevitably things occasionaly go wrong with it. When they do, my local dealer usually has the parts in stock or can get them within a few days. He always provides me with a courtesy bike to keep me mobile. I have had similar experience with the main Japanese / Triumph dealer here in Bristol.

I took the plunge and after some deliberation - much like you invested nearly £10,000 on a brand spanking new Harley Super Glide which arrived on 1st March. After just ove 2 weeks it wouldn't start and this was diagnosed as a problem with the flywheel ring gear - a shame but these things happen.

Since then it has resided at the Bristol Harley dealer, Riders of Bristol. Firstly they have been unable to get the parts from Harley (this is really significant since all the 'big' Harleys have the same engines and thus the same parts). They are now saying that it will be at least the end of the month before these arrive (and, of course I believe that !)

Riders of Bristol are 'unable' to provide me with a loan bike (this is how much customer care you get from them), as a result, having spent a near 5 figure sum on a new bike I am without one for at least seven weeks and my guess is a lot more.

In summary therefore, get a cruiser they are great. Don't get a Harley because the supply of spares is terrible. If you DO decide to get a Harley make sure that you get guarantees from your dealer that in the event of a breakdown they will be able to keep you on the road with SOMETHING, even if its just an old banger of a 250,(unlike Riders of Bristol ).

So its a big HI. to everyone and I hope you are enjoying the great riding weather we have had recently - I only wish that I could be out there with you!

the varadero

does around 10--12 miles to £1 of fuel(depends on price),,does NOT shred rear tyres and nacker up chains/sprockets etc,,,what is it with these bike mag journos,,if it aint a crotch rocket they slag em off,,twats!!!it is tall,heavy,odd lookin,,,but hey,,it gets you around fairly quickly,,with all the luggage you need,two up and in comfort,,,love mine,,,,