Boomer
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posted August 27, 2007 07:44 PM
Need opinions for new bike
I've been riding an FZ6 for the last three years and am ready to step up in bike. Currently I only intend on street riding and a few weekend trips with some friends and the wife. So I have to consider the two up factor as well as a bike that I can still have a blast on in the twisties and highway. I would like to have something that I could take to the track if I decide too, but have no interest in the drag stip.
So thats my situation, and I don't really have any brand lolalty. I have been looking at all of the big 4's 600's - 14's (the busa and 14 basically for the two up and comfort on trips) as well as the Triumph's Speed Tripple.
The problem is none of the dealers around here have demo's and most people I talk to are brand biased. Most of the folks on here have ridden most of whats out there and maybe you guys could give me your opinions.
I want a solid bike with low maint. and that handles well. I don't have an ego so I don't care about having a particular number on the tail or do I really care about having the fastest bike of my buddies.
Let me know what you guys think.
  
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stevewfl
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posted August 27, 2007 09:34 PM
Man good luck- in one sentence you say something you can take to the track but in the next you say ZX14... broad huh?
I have a ZX14 for the streets and 2 up is great. I also have a 600RR for the track, and its a Honda so its naturally fun and fast :P
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Boomer
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posted August 27, 2007 09:41 PM
Yeah I know, really broad range. I think the track will have to be dropped from the equation if I want to keep the two up comfort. I will also be doing a lot of city driving, which I am not sure the busa or 14 would be the best for.
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coletrane811
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posted August 28, 2007 10:38 AM
i would get a 14 or a busa. you will find a busa for cheaper used. plus busa's are like the jeeps of aftermarket parts. you could practically build one from scratch. then again, i think 14's look better than the busas. from what you are saying though, i would stick with one of those two. good luck!!!
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5star J O
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posted August 28, 2007 11:18 AM
Well The zx14 is all new for 08..I'd wait and get one of those. Its like the second model...(06-07) (08-09), Its gon be faster, and sleeker.
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stevewfl
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posted August 29, 2007 04:55 AM
 Edited By: stevewfl on 29 Aug 2007 05:55
"Well The zx14 is all new for 08..I'd wait and get one of those."
can you post a link to some info? local dealers have told me Kawi stated no change other than a few minor cosmetics.
thanks brutha
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bigdtd
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posted September 01, 2007 09:27 AM
brock is sworn to secrecy but he saws kaw is going to be packin heat in 08.
as for which bike go with your instincts and how they look and fit you. its you on the bike take a look in the window is that the picture you wanted?
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bruiserman
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posted October 22, 2007 05:54 PM
Had a Busa and have a 14. Both very nice around town. Both a little hot in the summer here in Florida. Kinda cook your legs a little.
Both great for long rides, both nice for 2 up riding, both fast as heck and fun in the twisty roads too. Both very nice and stable on the highway. Just great do anything bikes.
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stevewfl
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posted October 23, 2007 01:35 PM
bruiser where in FL are you? I'm in Tampa, actually several of us are. I ride both bikes too
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bruiserman
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posted October 23, 2007 05:05 PM
I'm located in Winter Garden which is in the northwest corner of Orange County. About 1:30 min. from Tampa depending on traffic.
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bruiserman
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posted October 23, 2007 05:05 PM
By the way, I had the same black red busa as in your pic and now have the red black 14 like the one in your pic. lol
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stevewfl
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posted October 26, 2007 09:39 PM
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By the way, I had the same black red busa as in your pic and now have the red black 14 like the one in your pic. lol
wow awesome!
the red 14s are so fast they had to discontinue them
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