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Johnnylane · 07-09-2008, 07:08 PM

I have been out researching bikes again. I am considering the acquisition of something a little more exotic. I have looked at:

Ducati S2R Monster
Aprilla Shiver 750
KTM Super Duke 990
Buell XB12S

I've ridden the Duc and KTM, and spoke to dealers about all four.

I'm looking for something similar to the FZ6, but with a little more city acceleration (read, V-twin). I want something smaller and nimble, like the FZ6. I want something unusual and classic. I'm beginning to decide that the Monster is the bike. I believe I can get a low mileage copy for about $8 to $9K.

Any thoughts? Bikes I may have overlooked?

08fz6 · 07-09-2008, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Johnnylane

I have been out researching bikes again. I am considering the acquisition of something a little more exotic. I have looked at:

Ducati S2R Monster
Aprilla Shiver 750
KTM Super Duke 990
Buell XB12S

I've ridden the Duc and KTM, and spoke to dealers about all four.

I'm looking for something similar to the FZ6, but with a little more city acceleration (read, V-twin). I want something smaller and nimble, like the FZ6. I want something unusual and classic. I'm beginning to decide that the Monster is the bike. I believe I can get a low mileage copy for about $8 to $9K.

Any thoughts? Bikes I may have overlooked?

I would stay away from the buell!!! overpriced and underpowered!!!

Jericho941 · 07-09-2008, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 08fz6

I would stay away from the buell!!! overpriced and underpowered!!!

+1, those buells are sub par.

It's not exotic, but the Suzuki SV650 is generally considered a stronger contender than the FZ because of its more workable torque and lighter weight. I'd be inclined to go for the Duke or Monster though. Why do you want it to be exotic? Wouldn't more exotic mean that service and parts cost more?

**Nelly** · 07-09-2008, 07:31 PM

Save your cash, drop one tooth in the front sprocket and get a speedo healer

The naked FZ6 it nicer looking than the monster any day of the week.

Nelly

**sportrider** · 07-09-2008, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Nelly

Save your cash, drop one tooth in the front sprocket and get a speedo healer

The naked FZ6 it nicer looking than the monster any day of the week.

Nelly

+1 cycle world did a comparison, the Duc was not a favorite in the class they said it had limited steering lock and took a whole street to make a U-turn in.

07-09-2008, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 08fz6

I would stay away from the buell!!! overpriced and underpowered!!!

Have you even been on the 1125 Buell? I didn't find it to be overpriced and it is anything but underpowered. That bike will wipe up the street with the FZ6 and never look back in any gear and at any range. It does have one problem, it won't go as far on a load of fuel....

nlheikki · 07-09-2008, 09:29 PM

I agree. My buddy has one and it has tons of power.

07-09-2008, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Jericho941

+1, those buells are sub par.

And which model would that be, the Blast? The only reason I bought the FZ6 over the XB12 or XB9 was because it was built for a guy 5'10 and down. The Ulysses is awesome as is the 1125R.

07-09-2008, 07:08 PM	#1 (permalink)
Johnnylane Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Portland, Oregon Bike: 2008 Grey FZ1 Posts: 57 Rep Power: 3 Member #2251	I need some advice... I have been out researching bikes again. I am considering the acquisition of something a little more exotic. I have looked at: Ducati S2R Monster Aprilla Shiver 750 KTM Super Duke 990 Buell XB12S I've ridden the Duc and KTM, and spoke to dealers about all four. I'm looking for something similar to the FZ6, but with a little more city acceleration (read, V-twin). I want something smaller and nimble, like the FZ6. I want something unusual and classic. I'm beginning to decide that the Monster is the bike. I believe I can get a low mileage copy for about $8 to $9K. Any thoughts? Bikes I may have overlooked?

07-09-2008, 07:31 PM	#4 (permalink)
Nelly UK Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Reading, Berkshire, UK Bike: 2005 FZ6 Silver & black Posts: 4,355 Rep Power: 53 Member #274	Re: I need some advice... Save your cash, drop one tooth in the front sprocket and get a speedo healer The naked FZ6 it nicer looking than the monster any day of the week. Nelly __________________ "Some say......... His cardiac output is equal to the FZ6's 4 cylinders at 13,000rpm. All we know is he's called the STIG".:UK: Mods: K&N Airfilter, Datatool system 6 alarm, Bikerdude headlight harness, 12V power socket, Data tag, 15T Front sprocket, Speedo healer, Puig frame slders, front & back Crash bobbin axel sliders. "Dont ask me I got it from here"? Forum FAQs... My Resume...

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nlheikki 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Iowa Bike: 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 355 Rep Power: 7 Member #1361	Re: I need some advice... I agree. My buddy has one and it has tons of power. __________________ HealTech Speedo Healer V4, Scorpion Exhaust, Yamaha R1 Flush Signals, Clear Alternatives Smoke Integrated Tail, Motovation Frame Sliders, Smoke Puig Racing Screen, BD43 Dual Headlight Mod, FAZR6 Fender Eliminator, Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs

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