I took at v4s multistrada out for a spin at the weekend
as thinking about reducing the fleet back down to just the 2 bikes and trading in the triumph and the ktm. so want something that will allow me some confortable travel, but also still a bit of fun
It was quite impressive, especially the electronics package, although these new bikes all sound far too quiet... you wouldn't know there was a 170bhp v4 between your legs
sports mode was bloody good fun tho.
although i dont think i will be buying one at this time, i cannot afford the S model and the standard one lacks a lot of the basic features i would expect on a bike of this type.
now going to take a look a few alternatives namely the adventure S and the 1200 tiger
any other suggestions?
the new bmw r1300gs looks quite interesting too
Go try a Ninja1000SX. Don't judge it on the paper figures. If I only had 1 bike it would be my SX.
i did have a little look at the Japanese offerings, but none of them really get me excited
the only one that peaked my interest at all was the suzuki vstrom
i have a test ride booked on the ktm 1290 adventure Saturday, at least gives me something to compare the multistrada against
took out a couple of other bikes this weekend
first the new bmw gs1300
this was a lovely bike, exactly the size of machine i was after, lovely build quality and a dream to ride, the least lively of the bikes i have ridden, but that was probably to be expected. just a shame it is brand new so no deals available, and would be looking at around £18.5k to get version with the kit i would like
then later that day took out the new 1290 adventure R
i think out of all of them this had the most fun engine, very capable machine and couldn't believe the kit you get for just over £15k (they have a 2k discount at the mo) but i think i now know that a full blown adventure bike is not what i am after.
so either need to look at something else, maybe a bit older, or just sit and wait until have a bit more of a budget.
You still planning the Tiger 1200?
Quite often see deals on them pop up and quite a lot of features on the various models.
The 900 probably doesn't interest you but I'm pleased with mine.
I've heard from a local dealer that the KTM's are prone to electronic issues.
i do quite like the look of the 900GT Aragon edition
but not sure if 95bhp will give me smiles i am looking for
perhaps i should give them a call, wouldnt hurt to give em a spin
there are so many electrical gadgets now on these bikes it is little wonder
the ktm had so many options to configure it is a bit overwhelming
I see Triumph have just announced an updated 900 with 13% more power and other enhancements.
Quote from: Jarse on October 31, 2023, 04:38:09 PMI see Triumph have just announced an updated 900 with 13% more power and other enhancements.
yes i also saw this.. they must have heard me :)
i plan to pop along to nearest triumph dealer tomorrow
i actually almost did a deal on a superduke 1290 GT, but the trade in my RS was insulting
i never made it to the triumph dealer.
As the KTM dealer came back to me with better deals for both the SMT and the RS
so after a test ride yesterday I put a deposit down on a new superduke 1290 GT
after everything i looked at it was probably the bike that ticked the most boxes
in 2/3 weeks ill have a little early xmas present :afro:
Nice one Komp. Enjoy 😎
picked up the beast yesterday
very cold and dark ride home.. roll on the summer! :moto:
Quote from: komp on November 26, 2023, 10:55:01 AMpicked up the beast yesterday
very cold and dark ride home.. roll on the summer! :moto:
May you enjoy many happy and safe miles.
Awesome, enjoy :moto:
Enjoy mate 😎🏍
well less than 100miles on the clock and bike no longer starts
no sign of life at all
currently in process of arranging for collection
not a happy bunny
Nightmare, hopefully fully resolved quickly
Bummer. Hopefully an easy fix.
https://i.postimg.cc/TPGQ9N90/Screenshot-20211002-225631-Gallery.jpg
Quote from: 7550 on January 04, 2024, 03:13:39 PMhttps://i.postimg.cc/TPGQ9N90/Screenshot-20211002-225631-Gallery.jpg
😂
Battery? My van battery failed virtually overnight in Spain not long after driving all the way there. Van was under a year old too.
Hopefully you get it sorted soon pal.
still waiting for it to be picked up
they sent a normal AA van yesterday and guy couldnt really help, we did try his booster pack on the battery but still dead
recovery truck is now due this morning at some point, let hope they send me the right vehicle today
Any updates ?
well i am expecting a definitive answer today and some details of when likely to get back
but when i spoke to mechanic yesterday he confirmed something major electrical had failed
his best bet at the time was the immobilizer!
confirmed immobilizer, but now they are out of stock!
they are going to try and get one sent from factory or take one from another new bike
if they cant get something sorted by tuesday will sort me a loaner
not a good start
Fingers crossed it is a one off.
they have finally located a replacement immobilizer
they hope to get back to me early next week
we will see
bike is finally home
dropped off about 12
:afro:
Looks the business. Hopefully all sorted now.
Enjoy 😎
Fingers crossed that that's it sorted. Enjoy.