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Purplebikerboy

In: Peterborough
Posts: 109

Has anyone made the switch from sportsbikes to cruisers? If so, how hard was it to adjust? The reason I ask is because I don't want to ride as fast anymore, and some of them look absolutely fantastic. I have always viewed them as overweight, ill-handling things with bad brakes, but realise that is probably not true these days. Any help on this topic would be much appreciated.....

Message posted by Purplebikerboy on 09 August 2013 at 20:41

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Purplebikerboy @ 09/08/2013 20:41:34

jinx57

In: Leonard Stanley
Posts: 28149

if making the switch,just bear in mind the ground factor clearance....ignore this advice at your peril Thumbs Up

Message posted by jinx57 on 09 August 2013 at 20:45

jinx57 @ 09/08/2013 20:45:21

Purplebikerboy

In: Peterborough
Posts: 109

Thanks jinx - I did a bit of reading on the mcn website, and according to their reviews, the kwak vn900 is "impressive through bends, scraped metal is unlikely" - unless you drop it, of course

Message posted by Purplebikerboy on 10 August 2013 at 22:27

Purplebikerboy @ 10/08/2013 22:27:05

Inspector Gadget

In: Oxon
Posts: 895

Don't forget the Triumph Thunderbird 1600 won best cruiser of the year in the states 3 years in succession. Rides like a dream with plenty of torque when you need it. It's really 2 bikes in one depending how you accessorise, oh and one last comment It's British!

Message posted by Inspector Gadget on 11 August 2013 at 06:36

Inspector Gadget @ 11/08/2013 06:36:56

zzrbabe42

In: furry tree rat h
Posts: 2353

go naked fighter mate cruisers for losers Stern Smile

there are lots of bikes out there with good power and less speed and more comfort than going down the saddo cruiser route sorry but theyre pants and are only good for long american highways.i got a 955i speed triple and a fightered vtr1000 both really comfy,fab bottom end grunt and will easy go on motorway at 95 all day long and look amazing!!!!

Message posted by zzrbabe42 on 11 August 2013 at 14:24

zzrbabe42 @ 11/08/2013 14:24:09

jinx57

In: Leonard Stanley
Posts: 28149

was hesitating to suggest speedfour 600 triumph too,smaller,lighter,for fun ride too...mini me speed triple...lol

Message posted by jinx57 on 11 August 2013 at 14:27

jinx57 @ 11/08/2013 14:27:31

madscots

In: Edinburgh
Posts: 1319

I would try a trails bike also as bit slower but more fun to ride than all out sports bike I feel... Down to choice though.

I came from hard tail choppers onto touring bikes so you need to think what you want to use the bike for.

I've just bought myself a new rocket 3 touring so looking forward to putting some miles on it

Message posted by madscots on 11 August 2013 at 18:28

madscots @ 11/08/2013 18:28:28

Inspector Gadget

In: Oxon
Posts: 895

Yeah the Rocket's the way to go, American Highways indeed zzrbabe, but I like your style.

Message posted by Inspector Gadget on 11 August 2013 at 19:22

Inspector Gadget @ 11/08/2013 19:22:19

bikerken

In: newport shropshi
Posts: 51

rockets great power and comfort as you get older sports bike don't suit long distance i got zzr11 but I find the rocket better now Smile

Message posted by bikerken on 11 August 2013 at 23:56

bikerken @ 11/08/2013 23:56:03

zzrbabe42

In: furry tree rat h
Posts: 2353

rocket 3 paaaah may as well buy a car!!! dont park em down hill cos you will need a tow back wiv a tractor and if yah drop it well all i can say is good luck pmsl!! theyre cars on two wheels not bikes!! and as i said and will always say there are bikes out there plenty comfy with enough power etc without having to go the "might as well buy a car" route pmsl LOL

Message posted by zzrbabe42 on 12 August 2013 at 05:58

zzrbabe42 @ 12/08/2013 05:58:59

Bikeabill

In: Hull /Hessle
Posts: 4483

got to contradict you there Ken, sports bikes can be brilliant for long rides, it all depends on the rider, i can do 400 miles a day when touring

Message posted by Bikeabill on 12 August 2013 at 06:06

Bikeabill @ 12/08/2013 06:06:07

zzrbabe42

In: furry tree rat h
Posts: 2353

i agree bill fabby :)

Message posted by zzrbabe42 on 12 August 2013 at 10:11

zzrbabe42 @ 12/08/2013 10:11:53

bikerken

In: newport shropshi
Posts: 51

yes zzr was good but now I'm starting to get problems it's not the same for distance and I find cruiser ease.I could not turn the rocket down at price I got it for cheaper than a lot sports bikes and better on fuel than zzr up to 90

Message posted by bikerken on 12 August 2013 at 10:36

bikerken @ 12/08/2013 10:36:59

zzrbabe42

In: furry tree rat h
Posts: 2353

mmm must be huge tank i used to get 185mls to a tank on all my zzr,s(had 4 of em) and i ride the snot out of all my bikes.and to be honest i wouldnt want to do more than 150 mls without a break.i just think if your gonna go down the route of bikes like that you may as well have a car but thats my opinion and like the busa i think theyre god damn ugly lol

Message posted by zzrbabe42 on 12 August 2013 at 12:25

zzrbabe42 @ 12/08/2013 12:25:32

bikerken

In: newport shropshi
Posts: 51

zzrbabe tell me what you think 20years time if I'm still about I loved sports bike when I was youger but age as caught me up and bumps from racing 40 years ago so I need comfort and speed Smile

Message posted by bikerken on 12 August 2013 at 12:42

bikerken @ 12/08/2013 12:42:41

kaycat

In: radcliffe Manche
Posts: 6331

i like comfort and speed in my ride to ken Wink

Message posted by kaycat on 12 August 2013 at 13:31

kaycat @ 12/08/2013 13:31:00

Deleted Member

In: NA
Posts: 0

Rocket 3 ..... good choice ken

Message posted by Deleted Member on 12 August 2013 at 13:54

Deleted Member @ 12/08/2013 13:54:23

In: Birmingham
Posts: 11177

Why is it every time someone asks for advices it turns into a bike style slagging contest. My advice now is you buy what you like not what others think you should buy. if it floats ya boat and fits ya pocket go for it.

Message posted by JP on 12 August 2013 at 14:51

JP @ 12/08/2013 14:51:11

zzrbabe42

In: furry tree rat h
Posts: 2353

it has nothing to do with age ken i know guys an gals who are in their 70,s and still ride sportsbikes and fighters like i do.its purely down to other things like fitness,strength,likes,dislikes etc.im just pointing out that to have comfort and power you dont have to go the cruiser route!!!! the adventure style is very comfy with plenty of power as is a lot of fighters.again personal choice!!

Message posted by zzrbabe42 on 12 August 2013 at 15:16

zzrbabe42 @ 12/08/2013 15:16:14

Sprint900

In: leeds
Posts: 298

Comfort and speed is great,my Blackbird delivers both (particularly the latter....)
As an aside it takes all sorts but I personally wouldn't have a cruiser given,goes for Harleys etc too.Each to their own.

Message posted by Sprint900 on 12 August 2013 at 15:31

Sprint900 @ 12/08/2013 15:31:48

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