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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: MGPilot on October 01, 2015, 10:07:13 PM
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Suppose money isn't an issue. What bike would follow you home?
New? Custom? Vintage? Why?
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something KTM orange
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Don't ask me, I'm really boring. I'd likely just add another to the garage that is already in reach. Maybe a Scout or Bonnie, or new Eldo or RK.
Ok, if it was really no object. I'd seriously consider a completely restored or maybe that new build from OEM parts Airhead. Only because I don't want to deal with the hassle of a typical used one.
Otherwise I really enjoy what we've got. I don't really lust after anything exotic.
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Easy... Moto Guzzi V8.
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Something from Millepercento.
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Green Griso SE - nicely proportioned
Ducati Panigale 1199-modern art
Ducati 916ss- See above
Nimbus MK2-Nationalism
Guzzi Corsa-that engine
Brough Superior SS100-blimey!!
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Green Griso SE - nicely proportioned
Ducati Panigale 1199-modern art
Ducati 916ss- See above
Nimbus MK2-Nationalism
Guzzi Corsa-that engine
Brough Superior SS100-blimey!!
Uh , that would be six , greedy a bit maybe :shocked: :grin:
Dusty
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Bought a Norge, money was no factor.
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I dont have one eating at me but there are a few bikes I would like to experience:
New bikes:
Scout
Griso
Vintage:
XR750
CBX
Ducati Dahrma
Some form of loop frame Guzzi
And i have a thing for 80s muscle bikes
Just to name few. Im always looking for the next bike
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The question is interesting to me because it showed me that I don't have an answer.
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The question is interesting to me because it showed me that I don't have an answer.
You're not alone.......
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Cali 1400 Convert
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This one is easy, I've never owned a new bike so I would jump on a 2016 Eldo :bike-037:
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I'm really happy with the machines I have, if only work didn't get in the way :sad: :sad:
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Most of all, harking back to my racing days, a Yamaha RZ350 (also known as a RD350LC).
Next to it in my dream garage...
- Suzuki RE5 (with the original instrument cluster)
- Ariel Square 4
- Suzuki DRZ400-SM (the one I had to sell)
- Hodaka Combat Wombat, or a Super Combat, or (best of all) a 250cc Road Toad
- Vincent Black Shadow
- MGS-01
And the modern bikes...
- Aprilia Tuono
- Aprilia Caponord Rally
- MG Stelvio NTX (roller)
- Indian Chief (likely the Chieftain)
- One of the new small (sub 400cc) sportsbikes, I just can't decide which one
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BMW S1000 RR or R, or some kind of new Griso that has ABS, they really need to get on that with the Griso or just kill it already like I hear they're gonna. ORRRR a 1970's-1980's Honda Goldwing, plus like $10K to cafe the hell out of it. Have you seen naked Goldwings?! ZOMG. :drool:
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A Motus MTS
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If it meant having to exchange it for my Cali, then I guess I would stay with what I have got...
But if it was going to sit alongside, then a 1980 Ducati 900MHR would be nice.
Room for 'two' then a late Ducati 450 Desmo and a late Laverda Montjuic. I couldn't have one or the other as I would always spend my time wondering if the other would of been a better choice.
Of course all 4 would be nice.
The bigger question for me would be whether I would prefer them as 're-build projects' or 'complete original bikes'. I guess if money & time were available, I would prefer to find something to renovate.
later
eib
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I think I have my wind up bikes now.. they do what I want. Motus would be on the short list if I *had* to buy another bike.
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Money hasn't been an issue for my bike choices as far as riders, though I may have bought a 1930 Scout if I had found one.
But no object? A 1957 Guzzi 350 GP racer, and a Laverda V6.
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The Brough Superior SS 100 that was being built for TE Lawrence when he was killed . Just because .
Dusty
I used to subscribe to an English magazine, one or the readers wrote in with a copy of his ownership papers. His Brough was previously owned by TE Lawrence.
I would like the Vincent Comet I sold for $500 back in 1970.
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The new Brough company makes Lawrence replicas while they try to launch the "new" Brough.
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Cali 1400 Convert
When the manufacturers get their collective heads out of their you know what, and build a big bore touring twin with an automatic, I'll be all over it like white on rice...
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Yamaha GTS 1000.
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Yamaha GTS 1000.
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/mcy/5208894188.html
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The question is interesting to me because it showed me that I don't have an answer.
Me neither.
I guess I'd have to know the rest of the terms of this deal that the Fairy Godmother is presenting.
Do I have to pay for parts and maintenance and insurance, or does a lifetime supply come with the package?
Can I sell it if I get tired of it, at the full market price, or does FG get that back?
I've thought in the past about buying bikes and cars where I might could afford the purchase price, but could never afford the maintenance .....
So one has to be careful about these things - those "three wishes" the Genie gives you might come back on you like the monkey's paw ....
Lannis
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Ducati superleggra, so I could die with class!
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Good point, Lannis..
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Lannis makes a good point indeed. The last thing I want is the "gift" of an umbilical cord to a stealership for every last nut and bolt. I take it for granted that I've done all my own work on the Guzzis and I really should not. My recent purchase of an Aprilia Shiver sort of blows that whole theory, but I allow my self to be impetuous every now and then. Still, the shiver is a pretty simple bike and the engine is proven.
I think I will always be a serial bike owner. The catch and release concept of ownership is part of the fun of the pastime. As for dream bikes? I think I would rather invest time and money in developing my skills so I can appreciate a sportier ride.
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Keeping with my same MO with bikes- I own, maintain, repair, etc but with an elevated budget for the actual purchase-
First bike- Motus MST-R
Second bike (revisited): 1948 Indian big base scout
Second bike- Ariel Ace
Third- Revived Norton
I'd have to think about anything after those.
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Lannis makes a good point indeed. The last thing I want is the "gift" of an umbilical cord to a stealership for every last nut and bolt. I take it for granted that I've done all my own work on the Guzzis and I really should not. My recent purchase of an Aprilia Shiver sort of blows that whole theory, but I allow my self to be impetuous every now and then. Still, the shiver is a pretty simple bike and the engine is proven.
I think I will always be a serial bike owner. The catch and release concept of ownership is part of the fun of the pastime. As for dream bikes? I think I would rather invest time and money in developing my skills so I can appreciate a sportier ride.
Especially with older bikes, when someone writes in and says "Is this a good deal on this old bike?" and our consensus answer is .....
"Sometimes free is too expensive ...."
Lannis
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I think I have my wind up bikes now.. they do what I want. Motus would be on the short list if I *had* to buy another bike.
:1:
The Motus MST-R really appeals to my Sport-Touring roots.
The California 1400 Eldorado is pretty cool. So, too, the Indian Chief Vintage.
The new Nortons are pretty appealing.
Guzzi MGS-01 is always near the top of my wish list.
But honestly, if I had a lot of disposable moto-money, I might buy up several Guzzi spine frame bikes, just because I love 'em. And I've got a few ideas about some sporty customs built on spine-frame chassis.
I'd like to take a 1400 engine, stick a modified 850 crank in it to make an 1100cc screamer, then stuff that into a Ghezzi + Brian bodied V11.
All it takes is time and money, right ?
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I'd go for an Ariel Red Hunter twin port like one of our members has, and at the other end of the spectrum, a Morbidelli V8, a bike Guzzi should make IMO.
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/pictures/ariel-red-hunter-twinport/#.Vg6GBrsQXIU
Best,
Peter
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A Crocker V-twin.
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This list is absolutely never a challenge to me.
Britten!
(http://cdn.silodrome.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/john-britten.jpg)
Todd.
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This list is absolutely never a challenge to me.
Britten!
(http://cdn.silodrome.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/john-britten.jpg)
Todd.
Oh YUCK! Someone has cut that nice bike open and let its intestines fall out all over the place!!
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Lightning 218 http://lightningmotorcycle.com/product/specifications/
Gotta move with the times people :tongue:
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...I've thought in the past about buying bikes and cars where I might could afford the purchase price, but could never afford the maintenance .....
Lannis
An excellent point. But I also have walked, wide-eyed into purchases knowing that it made no financial sense -- but the entertainment value was just so high, it simply was worth it. (Oddly, when it came to eventually selling some of those, I found equally, mentally-disturbed new owners and the price whack wasn't as bad as I expected.)
Asking myself the same question, I really didn't have an answer. In part, because I'd prefer several bikes, each focused on a specific task. A light small block like my V7. A more capable tourer like a Norge.
But then....there are siren calls....for something that has spirit and character...(the old, I don't care if she can't cook...)
The Brough Superior SS 100 that was being built for TE Lawrence when he was killed . Just because .
Dusty
A new SS 100 might be pretty amazing.
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Lightning 218 http://lightningmotorcycle.com/product/specifications/
Gotta move with the times people :tongue:
Looks like move 180 miles, have breakfast and then sit for a few hours at the end of an extension cord .....
Lannis
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Put me up for a Motus as well.
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Tough question to answer for me. I'm not really into British motorcycles, but maybe one of these lovely JMC Classics Egli-Vincent replicas?
(http://www.jmcclassics.com/images/popups/EV1200-140310-lrgimg.gif)
or their Norvin:
(http://www.jmcclassics.com/images/New%20Build/Norvin_UK2-010-pagefeature.gif)
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Norvin:
I gave some serious thought to building a Norvin several years ago. Fortunately, I had an attack of common sense.. :smiley:
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Hmmm, let me think ......
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag77/Penderic/Penderic047/girlmoto_zpsqtezrxa2.jpg)
Silly question! :rolleyes:
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Street ride :1990 Honda NR750
(http://moto.zombdrive.com/images/honda-nr750-1.jpg)
Track ride : Yamaha TZ750
(http://www.cyclechaos.com/images/5/54/1979_Yamaha_TZ750.jpg)
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These types of threads pop up about once a year. I wonder how my past answers would compare to today's answers.
I would choose a late 30's Indian Four.
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I also want Kenny Roberts TZ750 flattracker... that is probably the craziest thing in my head
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KTM Super Duke....
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Tough question to answer for me. I'm not really into British motorcycles, but maybe one of these lovely JMC Classics Egli-Vincent replicas?
(http://www.jmcclassics.com/images/popups/EV1200-140310-lrgimg.gif)
ding ding ding! We have a winner!
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Picture many bikes on a big circle and I'm on this arm that swings around pointing at each one. At any given point in time I'd be lusting after a different bike depending upon my mood, state of mind or what I had last seen on the Internet. Ideally I'd have a huge insulated, heated, and cooled barn to store them in and I'd a bunch of them.
But today, I have no idea. Indian Chief or the 1400 sounds appealing; never had a cruiser before. The new Norton is certainly on the short list as well as the Motus. And since it would not be my money, I'd even look at the Honda Goldwing.
But I keep thinking I should down size to a smaller bike so the Yamaha SR400 would deserve a look as well as the new V7. Honda has a couple bike for their home market that I'd love to score on, e.g. CB1300 Bol D'or. Gorgeous.
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Super Duke ST due out soon.
Motus R version if they put ABS on it.
Panigale 1199
EDIT: Super Duke GT (due april 2016)
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I wandered through a bike shop last week asking myself that very same question, what bike do I want. Well they don't make it but some are close. Being an older rider three things are very important to me, weight, riding position and ride quality and naturally I want decent power. The V7II is very close to what I want but I would like it to be 25 lbs lighter, pegs moved forward and down an inch, better suspension with lots of travel. Maybe a little less engine vibration. That's it, that would make me happy. Well, fifty pounds lighter and a little more upright riding position would be even better. Oh, almost forgot, I want gloss paint on the tank, fenders, and side covers with a decent color selection. Current finishes being offered on the V7II are not very exciting.
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A Cycle Garden Guzzi police Eldorado (fully restored of course) Ducati 450 Desmo, so nearly bought one of those back in '74
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Tough question to answer for me. I'm not really into British motorcycles, but maybe one of these lovely JMC Classics Egli-Vincent replicas?
(http://www.jmcclassics.com/images/popups/EV1200-140310-lrgimg.gif)
Scary to think what you might go for if you WERE really into British motorcycles ... !! :huh:
Lannis
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A 2016 Eldorado.
Wait, too late. I already have one! I cannot imagine a better bike for what I want.
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A Cycle Garden Guzzi police Eldorado (fully restored of course) Ducati 450 Desmo, so nearly bought one of those back in '74
Delivered, of course, by one of Moe's Guzzi girls.
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Delivered, of course, by one of Moe's Guzzi girls.
Yeah. Any one of Moe's girls could deliver a full-grown Guzzi -- without a caesarian.
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Easy. 1930 Scott TT-Rep. But I'd settle for a 2-speed or even a Brum if my fairy Godmother had trouble shaking one loose.
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1977 MV Agusta 750S America
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a538/broughsuperior/1977-mv-agusta-750s-america-1_zpsreud0kqw.jpg) (http://s1282.photobucket.com/user/broughsuperior/media/1977-mv-agusta-750s-america-1_zpsreud0kqw.jpg.html)
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:thumb:
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ain't gonna lie - I've always wanted a modern version of a board track bike:
(http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l537/cbappe/3-20-11right34.jpg)
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I would really like to have one of these 500cc beauties
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/canuck750/CRASH/Moto-Guzzi-1957-Falcone-Tourismo-500cc_zpsfgcuxezi.jpg) (http://s249.photobucket.com/user/canuck750/media/CRASH/Moto-Guzzi-1957-Falcone-Tourismo-500cc_zpsfgcuxezi.jpg.html)
Or this beautiful little MV
(http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg217/canuck750/CRASH/img-1265988384_zps7hwxg2qn.jpg) (http://s249.photobucket.com/user/canuck750/media/CRASH/img-1265988384_zps7hwxg2qn.jpg.html)
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I'm pretty boring I guess. 1980 Yamaha XS1100 if I could have other bikes also.
But if I could only have one motorcycle I would probably go for a Yamaha DT400.
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I'm really happy with the machines I have, if only work didn't get in the way :sad: :sad:
:1: :1: :1: :1: :1: :1: :1:
OK, money's not object? Dream bike(s)?
Vintage:
Ducati 750SS or 900SS, 750 Sport, or 750GT or ALL of 'em!
Moto Guzzi V7 Sport, 750S, or 1000S or ALL of 'em
A nice vintage Eldo, fully restored by Charlie Mullendore.
Indian Four
BMW R69S, or even an R60/2
As for modern bikes, I'm pretty happy with what I have. If money was no objection, that would mean that I was independently wealthy, and wouldn't have to work for a living, and thus, have more time to ride. Oh, and that would also give me money for parts and maintenance (someone else doing the labor).
If that was the case, I'd add a few bikes to my "modern" bike fleet:
R Nine T because they're cool
One of the new Nortons, because they're also cool
899 Panigale for the track days I'd have time to do if I didn't have to work.
Motus MST-R for touring.
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I'd like to have one of those Eldos that Moe at Cycle Garden does.
Dean
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ain't gonna lie - I've always wanted a modern version of a board track bike:
(http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l537/cbappe/3-20-11right34.jpg)
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/5227056496.html
Okay, now what? :evil:
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I'd go for an Ariel Red Hunter twin port like one of our members has, and at the other end of the spectrum, a Morbidelli V8, a bike Guzzi should make IMO.
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/pictures/ariel-red-hunter-twinport/#.Vg6GBrsQXIU
Best,
Peter
Peter, thanks for the link. I once owned a very old 350 NH and a project '56-'57 VH. Of course, selling them are big regrets..........no w, along with my Eldorado. :sad: Was never aware of the twin port, very interesting. Would love another VH in my life. (with fluted tank).....Jack.
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Wait , maybe the looper that Ann Margret rode :laugh:
Dusty
As long as she comes with it..... :drool:
Other than that, too many choices that are different purpose.
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http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/5227056496.html
Since I'm not up on V-twins, what is that engine? Harley-like, but with a single large pushrod tube. Or is it a bevel drive?
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Pretty sure that is a Yamaha engine Jim .
Dusty
Are the other pushrod tubes on the other side?
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Thanks Dusty. Less exotic than I was imagining, but nontheless thanks. :laugh:
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XV1600 Yamaha Road Star Warrior
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It has to do with the "I'll take the blue one" attitude of the average motorcycle buyer.
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It has to do with the "I'll take the blue one" attitude of the average motorcycle buyer.
Surprised you remembered that :laugh: Really , having ridden one of these , the tractor like torque curve is kind of fun , although just about the time one thinks the engine should be coming to life , they kind of sign off . Weird how the old Virago 1100s combined low end and some high RPM performance , that Yamaha would get away from that .
Dusty
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Vincent black shadow
The history, mystique and beauty draw me like the proverbial moth to flame
:drool:
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Britten.
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Mmm, I couldn't go with one, but if money was no object it wouldn't matter.
In no particular order:
1929-1/2 Henderson Deluxe
1929-1/2 Excelsior
1939 Indian Chief
Moto Guzzi V-8
Falcone Sport
My first bike back ('74 850-T)
MV Agusta America
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If money were no object, I'd have a collection. What I have now (the T, the sTrumpet and the 50cc scoot) plus maybe a Duc 750 and a Vincent.
But if I had to consolidate on one bike (and that may be the case soon) I'd want an agile 400-lb machine that could take two-up touring, and, now that I'm growing old and slow, ABS. That is, a V7 II Stone with nice bags.
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One of my late night terrors is that I'll end up with the perfect bike, the perfect car....and then there's nothing to hunt for.
That thought doesn't last very long.....
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I also recognize that some bikes (houses/cars/boats/significant others) are better in my imagination than in real life.
(Will be happy to delete image if some find it problematic.)
(http://www.rf5b.com/images/misc/NoMatterHowGoodSheLooks.jpg)
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A 1914 (or thereabouts) Thor Model 4.... because I have a picture of some workers who worked for my great Grandfather, and they have this bike sitting in front of them
(http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g192/Toystoretom/1908_Thor_Single_Motorcycle_For_Sale.jpg)
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On one hand, I'd like to spend freely on my present bikes...I love my Vintage and my Bonneville very much. OTOH, I'd love a Norton Commando Interstate, a Moto Guzzi Lemans I, or a carefully prepped BMW R-100RS. But wait...dirt bikes are pretty cool, too. A Sachs 125 would be pretty nice...
Sorry guys...I guess I can't answer this question.
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Well, all dreams should be good and wet, so, Brough Superior, no doubt about it!
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http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/5227056496.html
Okay, now what? :evil:
I like the wheels. Not to keen on what's in between.
(http://images.craigslist.org/01212_iqZsgJNNjDJ_600x450.jpg)
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2015 Stelvio after being sorted out by one of the brainacs on this list for 500 mi or so.
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http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/mcy/5208894188.html
Q: How can you tell who's the pioneer at the bar?
A: He's the one with the arrow through his head.
Yamaha put out a pioneering bike and paid the price. Wish I had one...
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I got it! I'd get the exact opposite of this bike:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=humZvaGnlsw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=humZvaGnlsw)
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I've seen this question many times over the years. I used to answer it with an eye towards performance, then as I aged my taste went to something classic like the Brough or to be more realistic, a Swiss 580 Condor with sidecar.
Nowdays with my disabilities, I mean challenges, A Rokon Trailbreaker with sidecar with the street legal kit would suit me just fine.
Right at the moment the street legal part is the only thing holding me back. I haven't been able to find out if Hawaii would license it.
They are difficult people to deal with on that account.
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I got it! I'd get the exact opposite of this bike:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=humZvaGnlsw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=humZvaGnlsw)
Sounds like he had fun building it, and he's proud of the styling touches, and I'll forgive him all the coal smoke until he gets the injectors sorted .... but why in the world would you spend all that effort to build something that will get outrun by a modern 250cc scooter, and look wobbly and unstable and uncomfortable doing it ... ?
Lannis
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Exactly. I don't think his motorcycle is bad for his use. I just want the opposite.
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Suppose money isn't an issue. What bike would follow you home?
New? Custom? Vintage? Why?
Interesting thread - I've been thinking about it for days and not sure how to answer which is really weird because there are lots of bikes I'd want and even more that I like. :cool:
If I had to pick one: Brough Superior SS100 mechanically sorted with modern electrical and rubber parts (i.e., heat proof varnish on the windings and a new capaciter in the mag, bright headlight, tail light and brake light. And modern tires). And it would have to be an older one with the mag behind the engine but with a later 4 speed foot change gearbox installed. And I'd like to have dual front brakes like a Vincent.
Why? I like riding vintage/classic motorcycles. I like the looks and feel and the mechanical aspect of their maintenance. (I'm much more uncertain when it comes to electronic gizmos.) The era and style of the Brough is appealing and the Brough looks larger than my Ariel which would be more comfortable, and the 1000cc V twin should be more comfortable on longer trips than the single 500. The problem is, I've never seen a Brough in person. If the Brough is large enough it could probably carry panniers and I could tour and camp with it easier than the Ariel. :bike-037:
If the Brough felt too small I'd try a Vincent Rapide, but they seem too racer-like and so complex with all their adjustments and contorted kick starter. And the loaf o' bread seat seems too weird. (though the Vin owners I've met are dedicated riders and wrenches which is cool). Vin idiosyncrasies make Egli Vincents and even Norvins appealing, but I'd be less likely to want to camp and more likely to ride too fast for my abilities...
So why didn't I choose the Guzzi V8 or the Bicylindrica or the RC181? As much as I'd love to ride them around and get to know them, they are race bikes so I can't ride them to the store or to the mountains or to Idaho. And I would quickly exceed my skills... :copcar: (ambulance icon?)
Racing bikes and cafe racers look awesome, but I really admire people who tour on their bikes and love the photo essays that get posted on Wild Guzzi. So why no sport touring bike when my requirements are size, ability to go long distances comfortably carrying camping gear? Because this is about money no object. I keep thinking about searching out a touring bike (old flying brick?) but I can afford that if I really want to...
Strangely this thread has made me imagine an ideal bike and it looks surprisingly like Chuck's Aero engine (with gravity fed carbs) in a V7 racer with a fairing and bags. How hard could it be? :boozing:
And to the gent that admires Ariel Red Hunters - if you were speaking of mine - thank you! It's a hoot! (but it will not win any show awards!) Hope to meet you some day!
Shawn
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The one bike I want to have next to my Guzzi would be a vintage cb1000 fully restored.
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Did some reading about the new Brough Superior SS100. Seems like it's a little more like a lifestyle accessory than a fully sorted, refined riding instrument. Makes the Motus at half the price seem better.
But with all our reliability, we've also lost something. Used to be you had to know the secret ritual that would get your bike to run. Now anyone can simply turn the key.
Of course, you also used to meet a lot of people on the side of the road while you waited for help to get a part or truck it home.
Hm.
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I'm flipping through my enormous "Art of the Motorcycle" coffee table book, and you know what? I'd rather have a Moto Guzzi 750S3 more than any of them.
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Second time I've seen this thread come up. After long and careful consideration I'll just stick with my current stable, 2 running & 1 project. I think it's more fun in the "wanting" and less fun in the "having", for me. I don't ride enough as it is and though I keep a keen eye on the local Craig's List and see bikes I'd like to have and can actually afford, there's always a new that comes along next week. Though I might build a sumptuous, well tooled garage to putz around in if I had all that money.
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PERAVES MONOTRACER
Let's face it I probably never see one never mind own one.
Is it even a bike. One things for sure if I had one I'd probably find time to used it a lot, so that's my choice.
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Money is no object, then kinda like a Jay Leno garage, the mechanic and parts and chase vehicle come with the bike :)
Any bike with a Vincent engine. Norvin would be nice. Not cafe bike.
Flathead Harley
Indian 4cyl
Road King with sidecar
BMW K1600GT or Honda VFR1200 with custom fairing
And I'd keep my T5 :)
PS forgot. I'd get an electric bike. Whatever is the newest, bestest at the time.
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Been resisting replying to this one, because it would sound as though I just had too many bikes . . .
If there were something else out there I wanted, I would buy it. There's not.
What I would really like to do is to downsize, but since I don't dislike anything I own, it's difficult.
Eight bikes.
1994 K75RT - This bike took me to work for 11 winters. I rode it many days I should not have, but riding to work was usually the high point of my day (hated my job for nearly 36 years, and now I am retired!) Never once let me down, and never tried to dump me in the ditch, regardless of ice or snow conditions. It has earned a place in my garage, forever. Only bike I ever named, because naming bikes or cars is stupid (they are just machines, right?) It is "Friend".
1995 K75 - Same bike as the previous, sans fairing. It was always my "warm weather, but rain or foul weather" bike. I think that the early BMW K bikes were the best that they ever built. Or ever will. I rode that one on days it was raining so hard I couldn't see the instruments. Stupid. Yeah, I know.
2000 BMW R1100RT - Nice, powerful, long-distance bike. Took it to the west coast in 2001 and it was terrific. Wish it had cruise control, but it doesn't, and it appears very difficult to add it. I'd replace it with an R1200RT, but every time I read about the recalls ("DO NOT RIDE"), and just look at the ugly things, I say no. Again, only negative for me is the lack of cruise control, which is a problem for arthritic hands.
2003 MG Aluminium - Very pretty. Impulse purchase. Non-motorcycling friends say it's the prettiest thing in my garage. Can't take it seriously for more than a couple of hours' ride. If it went away, it would be OK.
2007 Road King - Now you're talking. On a nice day, no more pleasant bike on the planet to me. Flame me. Hate me. Don't care. Totally stock (except for comfort stuff, like seat and bars). No loud pipes. Sounds great the way it is. So comfortable and so satisfying to ride. Love looking at it. It's well built and it's reliable. I resisted buying one of the Motor Company's bikes for years because of the baggage, until I quit caring. I even wear a full-face helmet, full leathers, and high-viz vest. Sue me.
2009 Ultra - Long distance, no competition (again, obviously, for me). Oh, God. Like sitting in the living room, listening to the stereo through the helmet headphones. Hit the cruise. Punch the destination in the Zumo. Make sure you have enough gas. Done. Doesn't hurt any part of my body. Rode to Arizona and back in 2013 and was never sore.
2009 KLR 650 - Most fun per dollar of any motorcycle I've owned. Can use full throttle without danger in any way. Works on gravel roads. It's mostly plastic. Doesn't care if it's waxed. Runs like a Japanese bike. And that's a good thing.
2014 Ducati Monster 1200 - Stupid amount of power. Not too uncomfortable. Did I say "Stupid amount of power"? Gorgeous. I could be talked out of this one. I am not competent to use more than 10% of what it has to offer. Bought it as a retirement gift to myself.
Gotta stop buying bikes. If I were to buy more, I'd start with a Piaggio BV350 scooter. Oh, they're gorgeous! I like them in silver with a dark red seat. Then, maybe, a Honda CB1100.
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Motus,more grunt please!
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NTX 750. Yes, really.
In the white and blue please. :smiley:
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How about an updated V50/V65?
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I don't need much cash. Just not got any!
I want a Guzzi Superalce. Weird, I know but, that's what I want.
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Street legal, de-tuned MGS-01
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NTX 750. Yes, really.
In the white and blue please. :smiley:
Here ya go!
http://www.moto.it/moto-usate/moto-guzzi/ntx-750/ntx-750/6041867 (http://www.moto.it/moto-usate/moto-guzzi/ntx-750/ntx-750/6041867)
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My Buell Uly if they had more time to develop it, gallon more gas, ABS, fix the heat issues and other little annoying things maybe a little more wind protection and keep it under 500lbs. Or if Guzzi came out with a mid size Stelvio that would work.
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I'm easy to please,
Would really love to have another Laverda 750, or a 72-73 Guzzi 850GT.
Some day....someday....I'm gonna get a HD 45.
Either of which I could easily buy tomorrow....but I got too much stuff already....so...
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First choice - 1988 Bimota YB4 - The racing version of this bike won the World Superbike Championship in 1987.
Second choice - 1993 Ducati Supermono - Weighs 247 pounds. Do I need to say more?
Third choice - 1981 Bimota KB2 - The legendary designer Massimo Tamburini made a special copy of this bike for himself.
cookiemech ... If my legs were three inches longer, I would still own my factory yellow 1994 BMW K75s. Smoothest engine ever.
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cookiemech ... If my legs were three inches longer, I would still own my factory yellow 1994 BMW K75s. Smoothest engine ever.
When it comes to just "getting the job done", I've never experienced anything better than the K75 engine. They are all business!
But it seems to me that the ergonomics are all wrong. I'm relatively tall (6' 1"), but can't ride either of my K75s comfortably for more than an hour or two, despite seat modifications. The bar/seat dimensions seem OK, but the seat/peg dimensions are bad.
Glad I have other bikes to ride.
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I'd go one of two ways:
a) Someone else is fronting this purchase so I'd go for something I'd never, ever spend my own money on. Something like a Harley Street Glide or similar.
b) Someone else is fronting this purchase so I'd go for something old and classic that is now way overpriced for what it actually is. Something like a metallic blue Le Mans 850.
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Most of all, harking back to my racing days, a Yamaha RZ350 (also known as a RD350LC).
Next to it in my dream garage...
- Suzuki RE5 (with the original instrument cluster)
- Ariel Square 4
- Suzuki DRZ400-SM (the one I had to sell)
- Hodaka Combat Wombat, or a Super Combat, or (best of all) a 250cc Road Toad
- Vincent Black Shadow
- MGS-01
And the modern bikes...
- Aprilia Tuono
- Aprilia Caponord Rally
- MG Stelvio NTX (roller)
- Indian Chief (likely the Chieftain)
- One of the new small (sub 400cc) sportsbikes, I just can't decide which one
Suzuki RE5s are still available in their original crates. If you're serious, Call Suzuki HQ. :wink:
I don't need or have room for another bike, but I've always liked the looks of a clean red Ducati 851. :thumb:
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1976 Ducati 900SS desmo
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If anything I would have to go custom. I would have a Lemans made from a Griso..
Vintage it would be an 850 Lemans or a cx100( a bunch of you are already living this. I envy you)..
If a production bike would probably be an MV Agusta Bol D Oro..
If a realistic within my means a Suzuki 1200ss Japan import or a Yamaha XJR1300Racer. Just something about these new big bore Japanese 4s that are bad ass... Can't put my finger on it.
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1986 Suzuki RG500 Walter Wolf edition and
a 1000cc Moto Guzzi custom built by Axel Budde of
Kaffeemaschine.
I have room in my garage for both!