Author Topic: What will your next bike be? (Read 10766 times)

TJ · « **on:** July 16, 2014, 01:56:46 PM »

I am moving to Tennessee in less than 2 years to retire and if there is a BMW dealer within 50 miles I plan on buying a 1600 GTL. But if Honda ever up's the horse power of the Wing I might get a Wing instead. Also looking at maybe buying a Kawasaki KLX250S if the deal is really good.
Your turn.

BruceR · « **Reply #1 on:** July 16, 2014, 02:12:05 PM »

First off, where in TN?
Second, the new BMW/RT or possibly a VFR. By the time I'm done with the C14 the rear shock bugs will be fixed. I want a smaller bike, and definitely don't want to go over the 1400cc mark on the engine.

TJ · « **Reply #2 on:** July 16, 2014, 03:30:17 PM »

Crossville, it is about 80 miles east of Nashville. We bought 42 acres there and fell in love with the area.

I like smaller as well except love the full dressers with all the options and perfect ergonomics for my old back.

Recently sold my Connie and now just ride my Triumph XC, which I love. It fits me very well and has plenty of power and is easy to flick through the curves.

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #3 on:** July 16, 2014, 07:14:17 PM »

The Catoosa Wildlife area has some gravel to explore. Crossville is a good base camp for some fun riding.

I test rode a '13 Explorer XC today. Definitely not as refined as the Concours, and it felt a little on the large side to me. I like that it is TPMS ready once you add the sensors. If they would have been close enough on the difference I might have traded the Connie in for it.

My next bike will either be a Café project bike, or an Adventure Touring bike.

sherob · « **Reply #4 on:** July 17, 2014, 11:06:21 AM »

I need something w/ a bit more power than my C14, yet be able to haul the wife in comfort... hmmmmmm.

I'm thinking a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat...

tweeter55 · « **Reply #5 on:** July 17, 2014, 06:58:23 PM »

Thinking there's either a KLR or a Wee Strom in the not too distant future. Opinions?

TJ · « **Reply #6 on:** July 17, 2014, 10:21:30 PM »

Both are nice bikes. KLR's are a cult bike and priced nice. But the Yamaha Super Tenere now comes with electronic cruise control:)

rocknrod · « **Reply #7 on:** July 17, 2014, 10:25:49 PM »

The wing - I test drove one and kept looking for sixth gear. Brought it back and never looked back.

Strawboss · « **Reply #8 on:** July 18, 2014, 10:52:22 AM »

Another ST bike, I really like the new liquid cooled BMW RT, I REALLY like the Triumph, but after the initial release hoopla.........crickets, guess they want to stop selling it here with marketing like that, but the price of the Kawasaki will most likely keep me on a Kawasaki.

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #9 on:** July 18, 2014, 05:46:13 PM »

Quote from: tweeter55 on July 17, 2014, 06:58:23 PM

Thinking there's either a KLR or a Wee Strom in the not too distant future. Opinions?

KLR is way better off-road. WeeStrom better at speeds above 65mph.

I sometimes regret parting with my heavily modified '08 KLR. Wish I could buy a KLR with the Versys engine.

Son of Pappy · « **Reply #10 on:** July 18, 2014, 08:33:25 PM »

KTM 1190 ADV-R....
http://www.ktm.com/travel/1190-adventure-r-eu/highlights.html

I refuse to ride one until it is time to pull the trigger... I will give it another year and then it's on

texrider · « **Reply #11 on:** August 22, 2014, 08:42:34 PM »

Just added a 2012 new leftover Versys, the yellow one.

Gsun · « **Reply #12 on:** August 22, 2014, 10:37:46 PM »

Can Am Spyder RT for two up. Going to keep the Connie for solo.

Furbo · « **Reply #13 on:** August 22, 2014, 10:57:43 PM »

My next bike is already bought - just waiting on my buddy to ship it in his household goods.

2012 XR650L, has 700 miles on it. Was afraid they'd quit making it before I got back stateside, so went ahead and grabbed it.

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #14 on:** August 23, 2014, 10:36:16 AM »

Quote from: texrider on August 22, 2014, 08:42:34 PM

Just added a 2012 new leftover Versys, the yellow one.

Awesome! You will enjoy it. I have way more $$ in mods on the Versys than I do on the Concours.

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #15 on:** August 23, 2014, 10:38:19 AM »

Quote from: Furbo on August 22, 2014, 10:57:43 PM

My next bike is already bought - just waiting on my buddy to ship it in his household goods.

2012 XR650L, has 700 miles on it. Was afraid they'd quit making it before I got back stateside, so went ahead and grabbed it.

Saw a new one turned into a Supermoto at the Honda dealer in Chattanooga. Looked interesting. You bringing it over to Europe to enjoy while you finish your tour?

Pilgrim · « **Reply #16 on:** August 23, 2014, 01:53:49 PM »

I believe my next bike doesn't exist yet.
I have no plans to get rid of my current '12 C14 for at least another five years.
So, who knows what will be in production in 2019? $:-\$

Rock Woody · « **Reply #17 on:** August 23, 2014, 08:04:14 PM »

I am waiting to see what the next Victory Vision will look like. I like the idea of the fixed fairing with electric windshield, and passenger comfort is a must that I just don't see happening on my Connie no matter how much I spend on it!

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #18 on:** August 24, 2014, 06:07:26 AM »

Quote from: Rock Woody on August 23, 2014, 08:04:14 PM

I am waiting to see what the next Victory Vision will look like. I like the idea of the fixed fairing with electric windshield, and passenger comfort is a must that I just don't see happening on my Connie no matter how much I spend on it!

What makes you think that Victory will be redesigning the Vision? Looks like Polaris shrinking their Victory lineup while they are expanding their Indian lineup. I agree that the Vision is a better handling cruiser than the handlebar mounted offerings. The Victory prices are creeping up on the HD prices, and the HDs don't depreciate as much as other offerings. The Road Glide is going through or has just completed a redesign. Might be worth a look.

Of course the Voyager won't be parting my garage anytime soon unless the reliability takes a dump as the miles climb.

texrider · « **Reply #19 on:** August 24, 2014, 10:48:50 AM »

Quote from: twowheeladdict on August 23, 2014, 10:36:16 AM

Awesome! You will enjoy it. I have way more $$ in mods on the Versys than I do on the Concours.

Forgot how light these are, really forces you to relax on it to avoid abrupt rider input!

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Author Topic: What will your next bike be? (Read 10766 times)

Son of Pappy