smilinjack 0 Posted June 23, 2015 ...I've deliberated recently about getting rid of a bike, maybe all of them. Then I wondered about getting one good all rounder to use for work as well as play (I plan going back into self employment quite soon) Narrowed it down to Z1000SX or the Yamaha Tracer, but having viewed them, and the cost to change, the material benefit over my 2002 VFR looks not very much. So I figure on battering my VFR when possible on jobs, leaving me with the S3 to play with. Bought a tank jacket & soft pannier rack for the Speedy mind, maybe now it's good for a weekend away. So all that remains is to count down the clock, take my company car to Spain in a couple of weeks, then give my notice. Hopefully I might actually get out to meet one or two of you in the late summer!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted June 23, 2015 got to do whats best for yourself dude! i like the z1000sx but im too naughty to own one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davehutch-hutchs 0 Posted June 23, 2015 hurry up so we can get out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smilinjack 0 Posted June 23, 2015 @Davehutch wrote:hurry up so we can get out I know, it's been a miserable year or more, working weekends to build my business back up. But looks like my sis in law will be gone soon, and I will have some more time for myself too. Been wondering about a long weekened somewhere if I can spring some cash. You'll be the first to know Dave, panic not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Davehutch-hutchs 0 Posted June 23, 2015 @smilinjack wrote:@Davehutch wrote:hurry up so we can get out I know, it's been a miserable year or more, working weekends to build my business back up. But looks like my sis in law will be gone soon, and I will have some more time for myself too. Been wondering about a long weekened somewhere if I can spring some cash. You'll be the first to know Dave, panic not. haha ok m8 , you know I will be up for it if I aint away on the bike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dick65 0 Posted June 23, 2015 Alan have you seen the new versys 1000 ? fantastic allrounder and likely to even outdo the Z1000sx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smilinjack 0 Posted June 23, 2015 @dick65 wrote:Alan have you seen the new versys 1000 ? fantastic allrounder and likely to even outdo the Z1000sx Looked at one today in Clay Cross, but I've decided to keep what I have. Perfectly adequate bikes. If I have some spare money I aim to spend it on something other than being beholden to an HP company. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madcarper 0 Posted June 23, 2015 had a triumph explorer`1200 in work last week seemed like a decent bit of kit never rode it mind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smilinjack 0 Posted June 23, 2015 This is some test of the Z1000SX! Gotta love Babelfish http://motorsite.co/2014-kawasaki-z1000sx-for-sporting-adventures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stantheman 0 Posted June 23, 2015 my mate bought the new v strom 1000 .great bike odd glitch from abs and traction control though ,he got a stone burst his radiator in scotland miles from anywhere but managed a temporary repair with a woodscrew and araldite .got him home ok but he cant get a new rad from anywhere so just soldered it for now wouldnt you think suzuki would of supplied some spares when launching a new bike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madcarper 0 Posted June 23, 2015 @smilinjack wrote:This is some test of the Z1000SX! Gotta love Babelfish http://motorsite.co/2014-kawasaki-z1000sx-for-sporting-adventuresgotta sack that can though feckin orrible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fr499y 0 Posted June 24, 2015 The yam is a monster with its low down power. Few iffy problems with mine ( Street Rally ) but boy are they are a giggle to ride. Triples ent for everyone though Good choice on keeping what ya got lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smilinjack 0 Posted June 24, 2015 @fr499y wrote:The yam is a monster with its low down power. Few iffy problems with mine ( Street Rally ) but boy are they are a giggle to ride. Triples ent for everyone though Good choice on keeping what ya got lolOne thing about the Yam that really appeals is actually that it isn't an inline four. I like triples, obviously since I have my S3. I've done inline fours to death, another reason TBH that I figure on keeping the VFR. Bit low on power but a V4 is a sweet motor to use-and listen to Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fr499y 0 Posted June 24, 2015 Yeah we got a 2015 crossrunner as well. Now that is the best of both worlds! i would seriously look at getting one of them over the yamaha, If only they fitted USD forks and not RWU!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gravelrash 0 Posted June 24, 2015 @fr499y wrote:Yeah we got a 2015 crossrunner as well. Now that is the best of both worlds! i would seriously look at getting one of them over the yamaha, If only they fitted USD forks and not RWU!!Give me rwu forks any day just ask Mark what a pain changing seals were on his Busa. Always liked the VFR's so I would prob be my choice. Good luck with your new work venture Alan! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dick65 0 Posted June 24, 2015 @gravelrash wrote:@fr499y wrote:Yeah we got a 2015 crossrunner as well. Now that is the best of both worlds! i would seriously look at getting one of them over the yamaha, If only they fitted USD forks and not RWU!!Give me rwu forks any day just ask Mark what a pain changing seals were on his Busa. Always liked the VFR's so I would prob be my choice. Good luck with your new work venture Alan! Seen how much they cost Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
