So I am no longer having to commute into work on the bike and am bored of the 636 even if it has been faultless for the last 2 years.
I have always had a soft spot for these KTMs and at 6ft 3 with the legs from a giraffe they have been one of the more comfy bikes I've sat on. I'm going to book a test ride but wanted to ask if anyone has owned one and what they thought?
CharlieRC8R to the thread, Charlie to the thread. ;)
He's a lanky bugger and an rc8r rider. Seems to love his!
A lot of my local riding buds have moved to the big KTM 1000 supermoto but I still find sports bikes more comfortable. It's just the leg room!
Definitely the most roomy and probably the most comfy sports bike. I'm on my fourth one now, love them. I've been to Assen and Monza on mine and found the trip more relaxing than my mate on his Blade.
Mate just bought one and loves it. You need a later model with twin spark as apparently it smooths out power delivery.
Moz will be along shortly I'm sure.
MOz is on holiday.
Don't waste your money on a newer twin spark. 2010 RC8R with a PCV and custom map (even with a standard exhaust) will be the best bet. Better wheels, motor, suspension etc
http://www.ktmforum.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=135
Another one I wish I hadn't got rid of....
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a72/MOz10R/9e2d8f12.jpg)
Hmm Deffo sounds like a winner will see how much money I have left after buying a new place
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on July 19, 2014, 11:42:35 AM
Another one I wish I hadn't got rid of....
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a72/MOz10R/9e2d8f12.jpg)
I like this colour scheme.
I get the impression that these are 'wife forces sale' bikes - only get one if you don't have a wife or girlfriend!
Quote from: Nat on July 19, 2014, 01:57:08 PM
I get the impression that these are 'wife forces sale' bikes - only get one if you don't have a wife or girlfriend!
So true Nat :(
Ha she has given up with that line. Telling me I can't have something is usually swiftly followed with me turning up with said item. She's far to sharp for that she tells me if I think it's a good idea and I would prefer it to the other 5 things I currently want then go ahead. This is usually followed by me uming and arring over what to buy and purchasing nothing. Ergo she wins! Damn it!
could be worse, when ever I buy anything including bikes the other half insists whats mine is hers and whats hers is her own.....
I am sure that was in our wedding vows....
I can buy anything I like.
Just so long as I never forget that I am denying my children every penny of the price.
Quote from: LewisBeGoog on July 19, 2014, 11:23:58 PM
I am sure that was in our wedding vows....
I was under the impression marriage was an equal partnership.........
Quote from: Dom1 on July 20, 2014, 12:31:01 AM
I can buy anything I like.
Just so long as I never forget that I am denying my children every penny of the price.
yep she's started sprouting that one aswell, she's also mentioned that the baby needs a new r6.... so there is clearly a double standard
I bought my RC8R couple months back, 2011 model. I test rode 2009 and found it to be very simular with harse throttle response to the KTM Superduke R i had before (although u do get used to throttle response and start enjoying it after a while!!)
The RC8r is i find more comfortable then the Naked Superduke, your more in the bike then one the bike, leg room is fine and everything is adjustable, seat, pegs, bars, etc.
I've had inline four 1k bikes in the past and since owning superduke r i just love the big Vtwin engine, torque is immense and the bike just goes where u point it. Test ride one, you'll either love it or hate it. Very different to an inline four, althugh the 2011 revised package uses two sparks plugs per cyclinder for smother power delivery. If your gonna to buy one try get one with Akrapovic exhaust... if u want to add it later its about 2k or 1.5k for second hand!!!
Bloke who had it before me was 74 years old and it was his second RC8, he traded it for KTM 1190 Adventure as he wanted to tour more!!
(http://i1052.photobucket.com/albums/s459/darrendsimons/154_zps8d4f02ce.jpg) (http://s1052.photobucket.com/user/darrendsimons/media/154_zps8d4f02ce.jpg.html)
p.s, i am married...... with child :)
Quote from: Stuno1 on July 19, 2014, 09:14:26 AM
Mate just bought one and loves it. You need a later model with twin spark as apparently it smooths out power delivery.
Moz will be along shortly I'm sure.
your clearly found a keeper!
Amazes me how many people sell bikes or don't get them purely based on the nagging they either have got or will get. When I went looking for my current bike I'd told Steff was only going to spend about £3k, sent her a picture of the R1 at the dealer and she text back asking how much, I told her, £6500. Her reply was "Can you afford it? Then get it".
Smples :)
Although I acknowledge if she ever wants to spend a similar amount on something I'm going to have to keep my gob shut :moto:
I'd never even consider buying a bike without Anna's agreement.
She's stood by me through some pretty torrid times with my business and always backed me 100% so it's only right.
That said, she did buy the Buell for my 40th.
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on July 21, 2014, 12:32:22 PM
I'd never even consider buying a bike without Anna's agreement.
Neither would I mate.....Steff though, not Anna. I have a feeling Anna couldn't care less what I spend my money on.... :)
Quote from: PJ on July 21, 2014, 01:58:11 PM
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on July 21, 2014, 12:32:22 PM
I'd never even consider buying a bike without Anna's agreement.
Neither would I mate.....Steff though, not Anna. I have a feeling Anna couldn't care less what I spend my money on.... :)
HAHA!! She is a nosey cow though.....
All couples are different. We share bank accounts and Anna deals with all the money...... personally can't stand the stuff but love what you can do when you have it.......
GET ONE, GET ONE, GET ONE, GET ONE.
I like my bike.
A lot.
I'd have to agree with the newer twin-spark thing, endless power and super smooth.
JUST GET IT!!