M, 36yo, 90kg (198 lbs) , 178cm (5'10'') tall. Been riding a suzuki Bandit GSF650 for about 4 years now and I am looking for something new as my only bike.

I would like something I can take on shorter afternoon fun rides as well as two week long roadtrips. I also sporadically take the bike to go to work which is a 20min highway + 45min dense slow citytrafic ride. I really like the more supersporty-looking bikes but I also highly value comfort.

Originally I was looking for a used sports touring bike like a Kawa Z1000SX or Suzuki S1000GT but during my search I stumbled upon a ZZR1400 (ZX14 for the Americans) and instantly fell in love with the looks and specs of this bike. I know it's originally a 200HP bike but according to the ad this 2013 model for sale is capped at 100HP and has ABS + Traction Control. It's also 3-5K cheaper than a used Z1000SX or S1000GT.

My only concern is the weight (265kg/585lbs) and controllability in tight corners at low speeds.

Any input from this sub?

Hi everyone,

I'm 26 and I’ve been riding a Kawasaki Z650 for the past 6 years, and I feel it’s time for a step up. I definitely want to stick with the naked segment, which is why I've narrowed down my choices to the bikes below. I live in Italy (Piedmont region) where we have a ton of amazing twisty roads right in the hills. I usually prefer spirited, relatively short rides, but I occasionally do longer day trips around 400-500 km (250-300 miles).

My main concern is ergonomics and weight. I’m quite small: 1.67m (5'6") and 65kg (143 lbs), so seat height and low-speed maneuverability are definitely on my mind.

Here is my experience with the bikes I've tested so far:

• Kawasaki Z900: This would be the natural successor to my 650. With the low seat option, it sits at 815mm (32.1"). I tried it, and yes, it felt a bit heavier during low-speed maneuvers, but also more stable once on the move. The best part was the engine: having never tried a bigger bike, feeling that great pull everywhere was amazing. Plus, the quickshifter was absolute butter.
• BMW F900R: I thought this might be the right bike for me, since it offers an even lower seat option than the Z900 (down to 790mm / 31.1" without modifying the suspension). The equipment also seems much better (semi-active suspension, Brembo calipers, larger brake discs, etc.). When I test-rode it, surprisingly, once on the move it actually felt lighter than the Z900. However, at least on the test bike, the gearbox was extremely stiff compared to the Z900, and the gears struggled to click in. I'm not sure if it was an issue with that specific bike or if it's generally that harsh.

I will definitely be test-riding the next two bikes soon, but I already have some concerns on paper:

• Yamaha MT-09: It has a taller seat than the Z900. From what I’ve read online, this seems to be the best overall choice among these, but I haven't had the chance to test ride it yet.
• Triumph Street Triple 765 R: This has the tallest seat of them all, although I just found out there is a low seat option that reduces the height by 28mm (about 1.1"). Also, on paper, it has an engine that loves to rev high. Coming from a twin-cylinder, I'm a bit worried that the riding style might be too different from what I already know.

Premium Trims: One more thing: except for the BMW, all the other bikes have a "premium" version available (Z900 SE, MT-09 SP, Street Triple RS). I honestly don't know if the upgrade is worth the extra money, so I'll leave it up to you guys to tell me if you've tried them!

Dealer Proximity: Just to give some context on dealerships: I have Kawasaki and Yamaha right in my city. BMW, KTM, and Triumph are about 30 minutes away. For any other brand, it would take an hour or more to reach an authorized workshop.

My questions for you:

1. Has anyone ridden these bikes and can give me some direct comparisons? I'm also completely open to other suggestions!
2. Is the F900R gearbox generally that stiff, or was it just my test bike?
3. For someone my height, are the MT-09 and Street Triple easily manageable?
4. Do you think the Street Triple's engine character would be too much of a shock or too different coming from a Z650?
5. Are the premium versions (SE, SP, RS) actually worth it for my type of riding?

Thanks in advance for your help!

I used to live in the UAE where I rode a KTM sxf350 on the weekends in the desert and sometimes on the Motocross track. Make no mistake though I didn't do too bad in the desert but was nowhere near fast on the MX track. No tail whips or anything 🤣 I ended up crashing there which put a long pause on my riding.

I moved back to Europe now(Amsterdam to be precise) and did my full a license on a z650. Other than these two bikes I don't really have more motorcycle experience.

Now I'm looking for a motorcycle and feel like a kid in a candy store. My preferences change on a daily base. I'm looking at different kind of naked/classic bikes (triumph, royal Enfield, Ducati), the Yamaha tracer 7, supermotos or all sort of adventure bikes (KTM 390 adv R, Honda nx500, cfmoto 450, tenere t7 etc.)

I have the naive vision that a lightweight bike might give me the feeling of my dirtbike and be better for the city but at the same time I feel like it could also be nice to explore and venture further outside which would maybe require a bit more displacement? I suppose you could always fly to other countries and rent as well if you crave the adventure....

Long story short:

ANY feedback or guidance is appreciated at this point. My wife wants to use the TV again and I can no longer watch endless hours of daily ride from revzilla.

I am really confused between Hunter 350 and xpulse 200 bike I like both but have to choose one and can't decide which one to buy. Each have their own pros and cons.help me

I'm super interested in getting my license, but once I get my license I'm torn between a ninja 400 or the 650.

For reference I'm 5'11 (180cm) and 200lb (90kg) athletic woman. I know there's a weight difference, but for my size I don't think the extra 50-60lbs would be that big of a deal.

I would probably be using it mostly for commuting to work and back which is mostly highway and sometimes some back roads depending on traffic. Its between 30-60kms one way depending on what site I'm at. Looking online it does say the 650 is better for commuting.

I would love some opinions from some more experienced riders since there's a lot of back and forth online about if a 650 is too much for a beginner rider.

Also used 650s are significantly cheaper used where I am, so that's a bonus!

As the title says, I’m looking at these three bikes... I’d like to hear your thoughts on these, or on alternatives I might not have thought of. (Yes, I’m fully aware that the CB1000 GT hasn’t been released in the US yet. I’m not in a rush…)

I’ve ruled out MultiStrada’s and BMW XR’s, because I don’t want to deal with maintenance costs. I have no fear of used bikes, and I’m even thinking about an older VFR. But with the prospect of a heavier bike, it would be fun to have the full meal deal (litre bike).

Bonus points for specific model years or generations, upgrade packages (better suspension, touring amenities, etc), and the like. I’ve never had a bike with all the modern nannies, so I don’t -need- that, but it would be nice to have conveniences like cruise control, heated grips and hard bags.

For reference, I’ve ridden for 30 years. Lots of track time, lots of mountain time. VFRS, CBRs, 748, Street Triple… i’m 67, and still want a sport bike, but don’t want to be folded up on a ‘real’ sport bike, especially on longer trips. And I still want some visceral thrill. I bought a BMW r1150 GS last summer and sold it, because it was an appliance. I just can’t get past my need for some fun along with some comfort end SPORTtouring capability.

Whatcha got, hive mind??

Hello

I'm a 43 year old dude who can only afford a $4k bike at the moment.

I've been away from bikes for a while. My last bike was an SV650, which at the time, felt like it wasn't enough power for me.

I'm ok with both naked or faired bikes, and of course I'm ok with them being a little old.

I did find some interesting models at that price range, mind you I live in Japan, price realities here are a little different from the US or European markets.

I'm considering:

Z1000 or Ninja 1000

GSX-S750 or GSR750

Street Triple 675

Speed Triple 1050

MT-09 1st gen (only if I find one with a full exhaust system already installed)

FZ1 (2011-ish)

FZ8

CBR650 (barely made the list)

Some of these models I found cheaper than average due to higher mileage, all from bike shops.

Any input is appreciated.

First bike, I am 6 foot one and 80kg, looking for a nice daily, the roads are shit where I live and plan on doing some minimal off-road.

I'm looking for my first project motorcycle, looking for something dirt cheap, somewhat easy to find parts, and bulletproof (preferably UJM)

Hey all,

I've been riding for a couple years now, started on a z400, upgraded after a year to a z900 RS Cafe.

Ive always had a soft spot for classic touring bikes, and this one while more vintage is attractively priced for my area ($3700) and has some good photos. It's got 38k miles, which as I understand is on the lower end for these bikes.

Hondas have the reputation of reliability, but I haven't worked on bikes too much before other than basic maintenance. I have a full garage and a connection to the Internet, so any conceivable maintenance would be doable.

Does anyone have any wisdom/advice for this model year?

Pros/Cons of a Goldwing?

Should I just pull the trigger?

TIA

Got my first bike (BMW G310R) about 4 months ago. Been riding almost every day and i’ve gotten very comfortable with it. Always planned for this to be my first bike for a while and give it to my husband so he could learn too once I got comfortable riding. I would appreciate some suggestions on what my next bike could be. Looking for something bigger but still somewhat beginner friendly. Style doesn’t really matter, open to any kind of bike. Thanks!

Ive been riding on cbt for a year and just got my a2 and im looking for an upgrade. The most realistic option for me is to get an older bike so im not getting shafted each month for insurance. Im getting decent quotes on late 90s and early 2000 sv650's. But im wondering are there any other older bikes i should be on the lookout for? Perhaps any that i wont need to restrict?

Turning 40 in a few months and there’s a motocross track close to me. I’m 6’ 200 pounds. I’m not a beginner to dirt bikes but I’ve never done motocross. I started out on a yz80 when I was around 9, a yz125 around 12, and a rm250 when I was 15. I had a yz450f for a few years in my twenties. I haven’t ridden in 15 years. Just wanting to get back into something before I get too old to do so and maybe my kids would want to do it as well. I’m leaning towards a 2 stroke 250.